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Evan Melnick, 75, of Flatwoods, passed away July 26, 2021. Mr. Melnick was born August 3, 1945 in Boston, MA to the late Eva Melnick Fecteau. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth Cross Melnick; two daughters, Dawn Queenan and Rebecca Greathouse. Shortly after his passing his wife Julia Adams Malone Melnick passed away. Evan was a proud Veteran of the United States Navy. He was also a former member of the Huntington VFW Post 1064 and the Flatwoods...

Rollen Eugene Newsome, 74, of Greenup passed away July 13, 2021 in the Cleveland VA Medical Center. Mr. Newsome was born August 27, 1946, to the late Rollen and Ellen Hall Newsome in Pike County, KY. Rollen proudly served his country in the United States Marines during the Vietnam War. He was a self-employed heavy equipment operator. He loved older model trucks, cars and spending time with his grandchildren and family. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Thelma Sue Newsome;...

Richard C. Akers, 83, of Flatwoods passed away July 9, 2021 in Kings Daughters Medical Center. Mr. Akers was born September 28, 1937, to the late Mack and Essie Boggs Akers in Raceland. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by five brothers, Gene Akers, Jesse Akers, Gerald Akers, Donnie Akers and Denny Akers; along with two nieces Sherry Wilson and Audra Akers. Richard was a former machinist for CSX Railroad and served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed raising...

Ruby E. Roush, 95, of Flatwoods, passed away Wednesday July 7, 2021 in Ashland Community Hospice Care Center, surrounded by her family. Ms. Roush was born December 2, 1925 in Flatwoods, to the late William and Rachel Blevins Garvin. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy E. Roush; brothers, Bert Garvin, Ernest Garvin, Bruce Garvin and John Garvin; sisters, Grace Franklin, Dorothy Morrison and Jeannie Blanton. Ruby was a member of Advance Memorial United...

Nellie Frances Miller, 69, of Flatwoods, passed away Wednesday July 7, 2021 at her residence. Ms. Miller was born March 6, 1952 in Jackson, Michigan, to the late Paul Heistan and Emma Jean Curry Hilliard. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her granddaughter Ivy Frances Price. Nellie loved Cats, quilting and crafting. She is survived by her daughter, Lee Anna (Robert) Fortner; son, Thomas Allen Isbell; grandchildren, Quanna Price, Darra Spain, Hawk Price and Bobby...

Aaron Michael Valentine, 37, of Ashland passed away June 21, 2021. Mr. Valentine was born October 21, 1983, in Ashland, to Darryl Valentine and the late Joyce Martin Valentine. Aaron was a former welder by trade who was a music, car and sports enthusiast. He was known for his sense of humor and a smart quick witted personality. Family was his main priority not having just a family tree but a forest of family. Left to carry on his legacy, along with his father, are six children Morgan,...

Kenneth Jeff “Boo Boo” Hensley, 65, of Flatwoods passed away June 13, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Hensley was born December 5, 1955 in Flatwoods, KY, to the late John and Lucille Owens Hensley. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Barbara Tackett, Olive Bledsoe and Patty Melvin. Kenneth retired as a Conductor with CSX railroad. He was a member of the Grace Baptist Church in Flatwoods. He enjoyed his grandsons and taking rides with...

Donna Bryan, 87, of Corbin, formerly of Flatwoods KY, passed away June 10, 2021 in the Barbourville Health and Rehab Center, Barbourville Kentucky. Ms. Bryan was born April 29, 1934 in Ashland, KY to the late Charles Nichols and Audrey Scott Lee Nichols Caudill. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Donald Bryan; one daughter, Tammy Hall; and three siblings, Charles Lee, Pauline Penix and Carol Conley. Donna was a former member and Sunday School...

Patricia Louise Hammons, 77, of Raceland passed away June 10, 2021 in the Ashland Community Hospice Care Center. Ms. Hammons was born January 29, 1944 in Baltimore, MD, to the late Creed and Mable Roop. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Alan Hammons. Patricia was a former member of the Wyoming United Methodist Church in WV. She loved to collect quilts, glass wear and she made sure a nice pair of shoes always had a good home. She was the best care giver...

Gerald Lee “Jerry” Meadows, 64, of Ashland passed away June 9, 2021 at his residence. Mr. Meadows was born September 27, 1956 in Ashland to the late Redford and Anna Robinson Meadows. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis Williams Meadows; one brother, Phillip Meadows; sister-in-law, Debbie Meadows; and father-in-law Charles Williams. Jerry was a long time manager in the food service industry where he was able to meet many people along the...