All Obituaries

Barbara Ellen Osburn, age 61, of Kermit, WV peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on June 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 19, 1964, to the late Harlan Ray and Esta Arlene Kirk. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Jerry Lee Davis. Barbara is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Allen Gene Osburn of Kermit, WV, two daughters, Mallory Davis (Joseph) Howard of Prestonsburg, KY and Nicole Arlene (Brett) ...

Donna Faye Ratcliff passed away on May 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a legacy of love that will never be forgotten. Donna was the beloved wife of Lawrence Ratcliff and a devoted mother to her three sons, P.J., Nick, and Lonnie. Her family was the center of her life, and she held a special place in her heart for each and every one of them. She is survived by her loving husband, Lawrence; her sons, P.J. (Kayla), Nick (Heather), and Lonnie (Tera); her sisters, ...

John Wesley Lowe, age 55, of Breeden, WV, passed away May 24, 2026, at his residence. He was born on December 2,1970, to Linda Carol Lowe and the late John Henry Lowe. He was also preceded by his significant other, Sharon Marcum. John is survived by one daughter, Jaden Justice, of Kenova, WV, one sister, Donna (Greg) Bryant of Fort Gay, WV, special niece and nephew, Hunter and Hayleigh Marcum, and several nieces and nephews whom he loved. John will be sadly missed by all who knew him and ...

Judy Carol Jarrell Cline, age 75, of Inez, KY, passed away May 9, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center, in Pikeville, KY. She was born on February 4, 1951, to the late Sam and Effie Marie (Endicott) Jarrell. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by three brothers, Roger Jarrell, Marshall Grant “Joe” Jarrell and Gerald Blackburn. Judy is survived by her husband, Prentice Cline, one son, Prentice Cline, Jr. (Aletta) of Martinsburg, WV, one daughter, Sabrina Joel ...

Andy Stacy, a man whose heart was as big as the hills he called home in Inez, KY, passed away May 7, 2026, following a sudden illness at Kings Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY. It was during his time in the hospital that Andy was saved and baptized, finding peace and comfort in his faith. In his younger years, Andy was known to many by his CB handle, "Coconut". He spent his days hunting, trading, and talking across the airwaves. However, as the years passed, he retired those ...

Lillian Stacy, age 83, of Inez, KY, passed away May 5, 2026, at Highlands ARH in Prestonsburg, KY. She was born on March 3, 1943, to the late Jeff and Eistie (Jude) Fletcher. In addition to her parents, Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn Stacy, son, David Stacy, stepmother, Lassie Fletcher, six brothers, Arthur Fletcher, Johnny Fletcher, Matt Fletcher, Oscar Fletcher, Joe Fletcher, Henry Fletcher, and five sisters, Elizabeth Howell, Mae Staton, Dolly Maynard, Gracie ...

Donald Spence, age 85, of Tomahawk, KY, passed away April 28, 2026, at his residence. He was born on October 28, 1940, to the late Sherrill and Mary (Collins) Spence in Paintsville, KY. In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by one sister, Ruby Spence Dheel of Louisa, KY, and one nephew, Mark (Angela Hope) Spence of Tomahawk, KY.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 1 PM at the Spence ...

Alvis Ray Setser, age 65, formerly of Inez, Kentucky, went to his heavenly home on April 26, 2026, while surrounded by his loving family. Alvis was born on July 10, 1960, in Tomahawk, Kentucky, to the late Buford and Betty Fraley Setser. He is survived by his sisters, Sue Wyatt Kapper of Alabama and Gladys Christian of West Virginia. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews as well as many extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters ...

Terry Michael "Mikey" Stapleton, age 66, of Louisa, KY, passed away April 25, 2026, at his residence from a sudden illness. Terry was born on May 26, 1959, to the late Clarence and Nora (Terry) Stapleton in Louisa, KY. In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Ray Stapleton, one sister, Mary Howell, one brother-in-law, Richard "Rick" Meade, and two sisters-in-law, Teresa Stapleton and Ann Stapleton. Terry is survived by five sisters, ...

Rufus J. Reed, age 45, of Lenore, WV, passed away April 21, 2026, at his residence. He was born on January 12, 1981, to the late Arnold Reed of Lovely, KY.  Rufus is survived by his mother, Joann Reed and his step father, Jackie Blackburn of Inez, KY,  his beloved wife, Heather Reed of Lenore, WV, five daughters; Tiffany Kirk (Cameron) of Lowmansville, KY, Brook Branham (Gregory) of Williamson, WV, Amber Reed of Warfield, KY, Keiarah Reed (Caleb) of Kermit, WV, Chelsea Reed of ...