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04/06/2026

Della Jordan Marion

Della Jordan Marion, age 92, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Christian Health Center in Corbin. Born in Barbourville, KY, she was the daughter of the late Neely Jordan and Renee Messer Jordan. Della spent the earlier years of her life in Detroit, MI, before returning to Kentucky, where she owned and managed a restaurant in Barbourville. She was a woman who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, including flowers, shopping, and above all, the love of...

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04/06/2026

04/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave. We live because he lives. Happy Easter!

04/03/2026

Any holiday, even Easter, can stir up feelings of sadness when you're grieving. One way you can take comfort this Easter is by honoring your loved one's memory with meaningful actions. Click the link to learn about 6 special ways you can remember your loved one this Easter.

If you are missing a loved one this Easter, take comfort in honoring their life through meaningful actions. Click the link for more!

04/03/2026

Carmen Maria Orr

Carmen Maria Orr, age 69, departed this life on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at her home in Woodbine, Kentucky. Born on July 23, 1956, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, Carmen was the daughter of the late Genaro & Gladys Albarran. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Orr; sisters, Lydia Albarran, Zulma Albarran Lomanto, and Julie Albarran Capellan; grandson, Jazzhon Rosado, granddaughter, Honesty Rosado; and a niece, Jovan Albarran. Carmen was a people person through and through, her charisma...

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04/03/2026

On this Good Friday, we remember that though there's pain in the night, joy comes in the morning.

03/30/2026

Michael Britton

Michael Daron Britton, age 44, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday March 29, 2026, at the UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Corbin, Kentucky, Michael was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Britton; his father who raised him, Frank Ross; grandfathers, Donald Britton and Daniel Marlar; grandmothers, Geneva Marlar and Margie Parman; great grandmother, Cecil McFarland; and by his uncle, Danny Marlar. He is survived by his mother, Tonya Marlar Thomas (Ed) of Inverness,...

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03/27/2026

As a veteran, do you know what burial benefits are available to you through the VA? To ensure that you and your family receive all you're entitled to and save hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars on a funeral, give this article a quick read!

As a veteran, do you know what your veterans' burial benefits are? Check out this article to learn more about them!

03/27/2026

Maureen Adele Jackson

Maureen Adele Kruies Jackson, age 94, departed this life on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Corbin Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Maureen was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lucille Kruies. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hurstle T. Jackson; and sisters, Marion G. May (John), Norma L. Ruziczka (Raymond), and Sharon L. Hurley (Donald); and nephew, Matthew M. May. Maureen was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church of Detroit, Michigan, and Grace on...

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03/26/2026

On the grief journey, we need a network of support during the tough times in life. We're here to help you create a meaningful moment that will honor your loved one while helping you connect with the people who will help you heal.

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03/25/2026

Brenda "Cotton" Messer Duncan

Brenda "Cotton" Messer Duncan, age 77, of Burns, Tennessee, formerly of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in Nashville, TN. She was born on February 15, 1949, in Whitley County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Delbert "Tip" Messer and Sylvia Faddis Messer. Brenda's life was a testament to her sheer power of love and devotion. She was a devoted member of Piney Grove Baptist Church in Corbin, KY, where her faith was not only a source...

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