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11/18/2025

Paul Edward Hogsten, affectionately known as "P Hog” to all his friends in Michigan, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 80 in the Lee County Constant Care Center in Beattyville, Kentucky. Born on September 19, 1945, in Knott County, Kentucky, Paul dedicated many years of his life to maintenance work at Clawson Concrete in Michigan, a job that reflected his hardworking and meticulous nature.

Paul was known for his love of gardening and his cherished 1955 Ford. His passion for tractors and old cars was evident to all who knew him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed joking around with friends and family. After retiring, he returned to his roots in Kentucky, where he continued to enjoy his hobbies and spend time with his loved ones.

Paul is survived by his wife of 30 years, Cindy Morgan Hogsten; his sons, Paul Hogsten Jr. and Steven Hogsten (Crystal); daughters, Connie Lepore (Sam) and Theresa Hogsten; brothers, Monroe and Jimmy; and his cherished grandchildren, Tyler, Dylan, Nicholas, Gavin, Alora, Hunter, Stephanie, Ashley, Kaylee, and Jasmine. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo and Beatrice; sister, Victoria Phillips; and brother, Gilbert Hogston.

Visitation for Paul will begin Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Breathitt Funeral Home Chapel with the funeral to begin Friday, November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM with John Bunn officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Paul's life was marked by his resilient spirit, warm heart, and the joy he brought to those around him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. His family and friends will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives with the same zest and kindness that he exemplified.

11/15/2025

Stephen Hardin, 91, United States Air Force veteran and member of Blair Memorial Baptist Church left this life on November 14, 2025. Steve was born March 21, 1934 to Russell O. and Abby Dean Hardin of Clayhole, Ky. He was a graduate of Riverside Christian Training School where he met his wife, Alvida (Conway). Since the early 1960s, he and his wife were the owners of Clayhole Grocery and Hardin Construction Company.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Calloway and Rebecca Conway, brothers Russell, Jr., and John, and sisters Juanita, Mary, and Charlene. He is survived by his wife, sons Phillip (Vicky) and Chris (Angie), daughter Frances (Daniel) Fanning, grandsons, Curtis (Betty) and Jadin, granddaughter Lily, great-grandsons Liam and Logan, and a host of nieces and nephews.

As a carpenter, Steve’s artistry is revealed in the many homes, furniture, and cabinetry he built during his career. A devout Christian, his priority was always his family, whom he protected and nurtured his entire life. His legacy of faith and strength lives on in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, in whom he instilled Christian values and loyalty to family.

Visitation will be Tuesday, November 18, 2025 beginning at 11:00 AM at the Breathitt Funeral Home with the funeral services beginning at 2:00 PM with Travis France officiating. Military rites and masonic rites will be observed at the time of the funeral. Burial will follow in the T Point Cemetery at Clayhole with Phillip Hardin, Chris Hardin, Joel Hardin, Scott Hardin, David Leveridge, Granville Hardin, Henry Hardin, Curtis Hardin, Jadin Hardin and Daniel Fanning serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers include Henry Hager Combs and Jimmy Dale Combs.

11/11/2025

Edward Anthony Jewell, age 67, of Jackson, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. He was born on January 2, 1958, in Waukegan, Illinois, to the late Edward and Lillie Mae Ritchie Jewell.

Edward attended Kentucky State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in Chemistry. He later pursued his dream of becoming a physician and was a senior in medical school at the University of Kentucky when a severe head injury forced him to withdraw. Before becoming disabled in a serious car accident, Edward worked at Bendix and also served for several years as a dedicated member of the Frankfort Rescue Squad.

His compassion and desire to help others were central to his life. Through his vending machine business, he once helped locate and return six missing children home in a single year. He volunteered with organizations such as Child Quest, Child Watch, Parents Without Partners, and a head injury victims’ support group, offering guidance and comfort to those in need. During the AIDS epidemic, he placed vending machines in public spaces offering protective products to help slow the spread of the disease.

At only 15 years old, Edward became one of the youngest people ever to be named an Honorable Kentucky Colonel, after helping rescue children from a school bus being swept away by floodwaters. He also served as a counselor and assistant at Leland Country Day Camp in Frankfort, volunteered for Halloween events, and participated in Big Brother programs to help get kids off the streets.

Through his karate dojo, Chen-Lu—which stands for Courage, Honor, Enlightenment, and Community—Edward delivered Thanksgiving food baskets and Christmas gifts to those in need. A generous man, he often took people into his home to help them get back on their feet, and he helped many afford their college education because he understood the value of learning. Edward was also a former landowner who leased property to local farmers raising cattle and to***co, and he worked as a landlord and investor.

When he was able, before his hands grew too shaky, Edward enjoyed creating art. He also loved writing, cooking, discovering places to eat, playing cards with friends, and taking his children and grandchildren to the park for ice cream and laughter.

Edward was the author of “The Oneness of Religions,” a thoughtful exploration of how faiths can coexist and how division arises from human interpretation. At the time of his passing, he was writing a book—one that first came to him in a dream as a young man—about how to heal the world.

He was known for his strong, heartfelt prayer voice through which many felt the true power of God. As his daughter, Tahereh, lovingly said: “I know his work hasn’t ended—he’s just on the other side working now.”

Edward made people better simply by knowing him. His kindness, wisdom, and giving spirit will live on in every life he touched.

He is survived by the mother of his children, Virginia Hawkins DeRue; his sons, Chris Jewell and Jason K. Jewell; his daughter, Tahereh D. Gates (Bill); his sister, Glenda Dolan; and his grandchildren, Cody A. Bandy, Jordan X. Bandy, Miranda L. Gates, and Tyler B. Jewell. He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Lillie Mae Ritchie Jewell.

Visitation for Edward will begin Friday, November 14, 2025 at 11:00AM at the Breathitt Funeral Home with memorial service beginning at 12:00PM with David and Julia Rome officiating the service.

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Matthew 5:16 (KJV)
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

11/03/2025

Anna Spicer Creech, born May 4, 1947 at Canoe, Kentucky passed away Friday, October 31, 2025 at her home at the age of 78.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, George Donald "Don" Creech; her parents, Ed Spicer and Sara Costello Spicer; her brothers George Spicer, John Spicer, Mick Spicer and Rocky Spicer, as well as her sister Carol Spicer.

A dedicated homemaker and high school graduate, Anna found solace in working on crossword puzzles and enjoying the heartfelt stories on the Hallmark movie channel.

Anna is survived by her sons, Jason "Jake" McIntosh and George "DJ" Creech, brothers, Johnny and Larry Spicer, sisters, Janice Boggs, Sharon Little and Golden McIntosh, as well as her cherished grandchildren, Brooklyn Dunn and Trey Creech.

Visitation for Anna is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the Breathitt Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM with funeral service to be held Thursday, November 6, at the Breathitt Funeral Home at 1:00 PM with Larry Spicer officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Anna Spicer Creech will be fondly remembered for her kind spirit, love for her family and her simple pleasures in life. Her presence will be dearly missed, but her memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May she rest in eternal peace.

10/28/2025

Daniel Garrett Hawse, 39, of Jackson, KY passed away Monday, October 27, 2025 at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard. Daniel was born November 3, 1985 in Lexington, KY.

Daniel worked for the City of Jackson Parks and Recreation. He was a member of the Providence Pentecostal Church.

A man of many interests, Daniel especially loved fishing and cherishing moments with his beloved recovery family with whom he shared deep bonds and mutual support. His commitment to his recovery journey was admired by all who knew him.

Daniel is survived by a loving family: his mother, Donna Feltner Hawse; father, Donnie Hawse; maternal grandmother, Viola Feltner; son, Lindon Hawse and Lindon's mother, Shelby Ferguson; sister, Corie Raleigh (Dewayne); best friend, Tyler Deaton; niece, Gracie Minix (Damon); nephew, Lucas Raleigh (Chloe) and a host of aunts, uncles and recovery family members who will miss him dearly.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 2, 2025 starting at 11:00 AM at the Breathitt Funeral Home Chapel in Jackson, KY with the funeral service scheduled for 1:00 PM the same day with John Tincher officiating. Burial will follow in the Raleigh Cemetery at Bethany, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

"I know that I know that I know that I know", "How blessed are we" and "This is God's plan" are some of the key phrases that Daniel would say when you had a conversation with him.

He will be deeply missed.

10/28/2025

William Gilbert, age 58, of Irvine, Kentucky departed this earthly life Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. He was born on December 24, 1966 in Estill County to the late Woodrow and Jessie Stamper Gilbert. William cherished his family and was known for his kind and caring nature.

William was a dedicated warehouse worker who found joy in working on old cars, drawing, listening to music, woodworking and exploring different places through traveling. He was a devoted caregiver to his beloved wife, Kathy and enjoyed spending quality time with his family and their five cherished dogs.

In his passing, William is reunited with his parents along with his late brother, Tony Newton; his late sisters-in-law, Linda Stokley, Kay Childers and Helen Gilbert and his late brother-in-law, Terry Wayne Stamper.

William is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Kathy Stamper Gilbert who was his rock and partner in life. He is also survived by his special niece, Sheila Hardy, special great nieces, Sienna Hardy and Brienna Hardy and special nephew, Blake Hardy. William is also survived by his brother, Woodrow Darrell Gilbert; his sister, Melanie Gilbert Miller (Dan); his brother-in-law, Hiram Stamper (Virginia); his sisters-in laws, Sandy Newton, Tina Stamper, Brenda Plowman (Jerry), Edna Stamper (Weldon), Pam Childers (Ricky), Alma Salley (George); special aunt, Matt Horn; several nephews, nieces and cousins all loved by him dearly.

Visitation for William will begin Friday, October 31, 2025 at the Calvary Baptist Church on Glory Street in Irvine, Kentucky from 4:00 - 9:00PM with the funeral service being held Saturday, November 1, at 12:00 PM with Sam Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the West Bend Cemetery at Clay City with David Hardy, Blake Hardy, Stevie Plowman, Charles Campbell, Jonathan Plowman and Richard Childers serving as pallbearers. Jerry Plowman and Weldon Stamper will serve as honorary pallbearers.

William Gilbert will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for his family will forever be cherished and remembered. May he rest in peace.

DUE TO HEALTH ISSUES THE FAMILY REQUEST THAT MASKS BE WORN AT THE VISITATION AND THE FUNERAL.

10/26/2025

Rodney Robert George, age 76, passed away on September 22, 2025, in Hazard, Kentucky. Born on December 19, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan, he was the cherished son of the late Robert and Rosemary George.

Rodney retired as a marketing specialist and was known for his vibrant personality and unique outlook on life. A devoted fan of the Detroit Lions, he also enjoyed the Second Life Virtual Online Metaverse, where he entertained many as a D.J. His love for music was wide-ranging, spanning blues, jazz, and rock ’n’ roll.

He is survived by his son, Travis George, and his wife, Rebecca McInnis George; grandson, A.J. McInnis and his wife Brenna McInnis and great-granddaughter, Brynlee McInnis, who was born shortly after his passing on October 17, 2025. He is also survived by his sisters, Judy George and Sharon Gunther; his special friend, Brenda S. Salyers; and his beloved dog, Rylee, a Chorkie mix.

Interment of ashes will take place at 12:30 PM on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 3440 S. Washington Rd., Saginaw, Michigan 48601.

Rodney will be remembered as an independent and creative soul, whose deep love of music and distinctive spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

10/24/2025

Tim "Tiny" Roberts, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, peacefully left this world on October 23, 2025 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky, just shy of his 67th birthday. He was surrounded by the love of his family who will surely miss his infectious laughter and larger-than-life personality.

Born on October 28, 1958 in Jackson, KY, Tim was a graduate of Breathitt High School. He was a truckdriver who enjoyed spending time outdoors and time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Johnson Roberts; his son, TC Roberts; his grandson, Braxton Miller; his brother, David Roberts and his sister, Ruth Stacy.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Rena Wise Roberts; his sons, Joe Roberts (Brittany) and Shane Hale; his daughters, Amanda Johnson (Bobby Sturgill), Melissa Roberts (Weasel Adams) and Karen Gambrel (Jeffrey); his brothers, Joe Ray Roberts, Danny Roberts (Carol) and Green Roberts; his sister, Becky Roberts; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Visitation for Tim will begin Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Breathitt Funeral Home from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM with the funeral service beginning at Sunday, October 25, 2025 at the funeral home at 1:00 PM with Joel Gross officiating. Burial will follow in the Roberts Cemetery at Riley Branch at Clayhole with Joe Ray Roberts, Danny Roberts, Green Roberts, Isaiah Campbell, Weasel Adams and Bobby Sturgill serving as pallbearers.

10/16/2025

Pamela Gail Moyers, age 70, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 in Campton, Kentucky. Born on September 4, 1955, in the same town she called home throughout her life, Pamela’s journey was one of devotion to family, hard work and a spirited love for the simple joys that made life meaningful.

A high school graduate, Pamela built a life rooted in dedication and perseverance. She spent 25 years working at Dixie Freeze where her presence became a familiar and cherished part of the community. Later in life, she channeled her entrepreneurial spirit into owning and operating Unlimited Liquidators where her energy and determination left a lasting impression.

Pamela’s heart belonged to her family. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 13 years, William “Tex” Moyers; her son, Robbie Brewer (Shelia); her daughter, Susan White (Randy). Her legacy continues through her grandchildren—Daniel White, Michelle Brewer, and Lauren White—and great-grandchildren—Aidan White, Kayci Brewer, and Adam White—each of whom brought immense joy to her life. She also leaves behind three sisters: Judy Meeker, Donna Mason, and Sandy Byrd.

Pamela was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles Watkins; her parents, Lee and Vernie Roberts; and her brother, Randy Roberts.

Pamela was known as a “little woman with big ways,” a phrase that perfectly captured the strength of her spirit and the warmth of her heart. Her world revolved around time spent with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Whether restoring furniture or remodeling spaces with care and creativity, tending to flowers in bloom or nurturing rows of tomato plants in the garden—Pamela found beauty in every corner of life.

Visitation will begin Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at the Breathitt Funeral Home with funeral service to be held Sunday, October 19, with Adam Hays officiating at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow in the Roberts Cemetery at Mullins Point Road in Campton with Daniel White, Randy White, Shane Moyers, Rick Adams, Steve Smith and Kevin Hatton serving as pallbearers. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Lashonna Hatton, Lisa Renee Blythe, Chelcee Hendren, Dean Spencer, Jack and Donna Alexander, Tom and Wanda Combs, Scott Avery, Unlimited Liquidators Former Employees and Dixie Freeze Former Employees.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May it bring comfort to all who mourn her passing.

10/09/2025

Rev. Jesse Turner, 79, of Talbert, Kentucky entered eternal rest at the VA Medical Center in Mountain Home, Tennessee on October 8, 2025. Born on April 4, 1946 in Talbert, Kentucky he lived a life rooted in faith, service, and devotion to his family and community.

A proud graduate of high school and a U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam era, Rev. Turner carried his sense of duty and compassion into every aspect of his life. After his military service, he became a self-employed store owner. Yet it was clear to all who knew him that his true calling was preaching the Word of God and serving others. His ministry was not confined to the pulpit—it extended into homes, hospitals, and hearts throughout the region.

Rev. Turner dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel and offering comfort to those in need. Whether visiting the sick or lending a helping hand to someone struggling, he embodied the spirit of Christian service with humility and grace.

He was a member of the Macedonia Old Regular Baptist Church.

He shared 57 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Jo Ann Cornett Turner until her passing. Together they built a loving family grounded in faith and mutual respect.

He is lovingly remembered by his son, Craig Turner (Melissa), daughter, Tracy Hukill (Mike), grandchildren, Alexis Turner, Jacob Turner, Devin Hukill and Kaylin Hukill; brothers, Talbert Turner, Sammie Turner and Bobby Turner; and sister, Ruth Deaton.

He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Jo Ann Cornett Turner; parents, Wilson and Ellen Herald Turner and brother, Johnny Turner.

Outside of his ministry work, Rev. Turner enjoyed fishing and watching sports. But above all else, he treasured time spent with his children and grandchildren—moments filled with laughter, stories, and love.

Visitation for Rev. Turner will be held Thursday, October 16, at the Breathitt Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with funeral service being held Friday, October 17, at 11:00 AM with Rev. Pat Turner officiating. Burial will follow in the Alice B. Turner Cemetery at Talbert with Craig Turner, Mike Hukill, Alexis Turner, Jacob Turner, Devin Hukill and Kaylin Hukill serving as pallbearers.

May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and may his legacy of faith continue to inspire all whose lives he touched.

10/09/2025

Nicholas Clark Caudill, 46, passed away on October 9, 2025, in Jackson, Kentucky at the Kentucky River Medical Center. Born on February 16, 1979 in Hazard, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Clark Caudill. Nicholas was a lifelong Kentuckian whose presence left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

A high school graduate, Nicholas was known among his family and friends as a gentle giant—a nickname that reflected both his stature and his kind-hearted nature. He had a deep love for collecting Hot Wheels and trading cards, hobbies that brought him joy and connected him with others who shared his interests. More than anything, Nicholas cherished time spent with his family. He especially enjoyed hanging out with his nephew Isaiah, with whom he shared a close bond.

Nicholas is lovingly remembered by his mother, Joyce Caudill; his brother, Wesley Caudill; his nephew, Isaiah Caudill; and his nieces, Starr Caudill and Karina Caudill. He also held a special place in the hearts of his aunts—Kay Gross, Donna Lawson, and Barbara Barnett—along with a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends who will miss him dearly.

There will be no services.

May the memory of Nicholas Clark Caudill bring comfort to those who knew and loved him.

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