Michael Edmond Horton, Jr., 67, of Flatwoods, passed away April 5, 2024, in the University of Kentucky Hospital. Mr. Horton was born August 11, 1956, in Ashland, to the late Michael Horton Sr. and Doris Mae Horton. For several years, Michael worked with the Ashland Group Home where he cherished many fond memories. He loved soaking in and learning everything he could about the life of Abraham Lincoln; and looked forward to when a new book was published. Michael enjoyed watching shows about...

Dwayne David Willis, 59, of Flatwoods, passed away March 31, 2024, in King’s Daughters Medical Center, where he was able to save two lives through the gift of kidney donation. Mr. Willis was born April 4, 1964, in Russell, to Ronnie and Mae Hensley Willis. Dwayne was a therapist and mental health specialist. Over the years he found his passion in helping others, especially children and adolescents. He was an author, self-publishing multiple books. Dwayne had a animated personality...

William E. Meeks, 74, of Flatwoods, passed away March 30, 2024, in King’s Daughters Medical Center. Mr. Meeks was born January 22, 1950, in Logan, WV, the son of the late Elmer Ray McDonald and Joy Lee Powell McDonald. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, Charles Henery Meeks; one sister, Belinda Rae Crum. William was a Pastor for many years and loved being able to serve his Lord and Savior through his ministry, he also attended The Gospel Tabernacle...

Janet Short, 84, of Flatwoods, passed away March 20, 2024, in King’s Daughters Medical Center. Ms. Short was born September 15, 1939, in Ashland, to the late Audie and Phoebe Smith Adams. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edward “Gene” Short; four babies in Heaven; siblings, Noah Adams, Jewel Vanhoose and Betty McGuire. Janet enjoyed the title of domestic engineer and loved to care for those around her. She loved to talk to her friends,...

Willie Grubb, 73, of Russell, passed away peacefully March 20, 2024, at her home surrounded by her kids and grandson. She is preceded in death by her parents, Nedera Eiler Bailey Cole Eriney Bailey; stepfather, Erman Cole; three grandchildren, Zachary Johnson, Mayla and Gregory Webb; four sisters, Rainey, Floey May, Sally and Faniey; and one brother, Donald. Willie attended the Wurtland Church of God where she raised her girls and was very involved in the various girls’...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Teresa Coburn-Jordan, a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend. Teresa departed from this world on March 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering strength. Teresa was born on March 14, 1959, to James and Emma Coburn in Russell, KY. From the beginning, she was a beacon of light, spreading joy and warmth wherever she went. Teresa's life was marked by her dedication to her family, her unwavering faith, and her...

Donna Darlene Watt, 91, of Flatwoods, passed away March 20, 2024, in the Boyd Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Ms. Watt was born December 31, 1932, in Raceland, to the late Emory and Edith Hilton Dillow. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one son, Jimmy Drago; siblings, Phyllis Webster, Angline Manis, Judy Smith, Mildred McCoy, Donna Sloan, Charles Dillow and Emory “Butch” Dillow, Jr. She is survived by one son, Tony (Cathy) Drago; along with two...

Benjamin Franklin Carter, 92, of Flatwoods, passed away March 17, 2024, in the Ashland Community Hospice Care Center. Mr. Carter was born August 24, 1931, in Potters, KY, to the late Jesse and Nora Skaggs Carter. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Imogene Delong Carter; great-grandchildren, Joey Cantrell, and Autumn Hayes; brothers, Len, Jesse, Donald, George, and Billy Carter; and one son-in-law, Phillip Bowling. Benjamin served his country in the United...

Irene Ison Fisher went to be with the Lord March 13, 2024. Irene was the daughter of Pearl Ratliff Ison and James Thurman Ison, born January 30, 1929. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles E. Fisher, Jr. and siblings Bessie Loraine Ison Steinpreis, Ellouise Ison Roark, J.T. Ison, C.B. Ison, Jack D. Ison and Joyce Ison Barber. She is survived by daughter, Janice Fisher Butler; grandchildren Kendel (Brian) Butler King, Megan (Kirk) Butler Lyles, John M. Butler II; and...

Virginia “Jenny” Ratliff, 79, of Russell, passed away March 12, 2024, in the Ashland Community Hospice Care Center. Mrs. Ratliff was born March 6, 1945, in Ashland to the late Howard and Virginia Maggard Franz. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one brother, David Franz; one sister, Nina Franz. Jenny embodied the love of a true homemaker. She was always giving her heart to her two sons and five grandchildren, watching her family grow, and supporting them...