Obituaries
Middlesboro, KY Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Middlesboro & Bell County, KY
Santos Contreras Solano
Aug 15, 2025
Santos Contreras Solano, age 38, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the ARH Hospital in Hazard, KY, after a brief illness. He was born on April 16, 1987, in Tepecoacuilco De Trujano, Mexico, to Fulgencio and Elvira Ocampo Maya.
Santos was a familiar face to many who dined at La Esparanza Mexican Restaurant in Middlesboro, KY....
Vickie Lynn Gent
Aug 15, 2025
Vickie Lynn Gent, age 76, of Corbin, KY, formerly of Middlesboro, KY, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 11, 1949, in Richmond, VA, to the late William and Ruby Holman Gent.
Vickie was a familiar face to shoppers at the Middlesboro Walmart store where she worked for 30 years,...
Clyde Kenneth Bryant
Aug 10, 2025
Clyde Kenneth Bryant, age 84, of Speedwell, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the UT Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He was born June 18, 1941, the son of the late Roy Bryant, Sr. and Roxie Inez Lidster Bryant.
Clyde was a devoted member of Town Creek Baptist Church, where he was known for his unwavering faith and...
Norma Jean Marsh Long
Aug 10, 2025
Norma Jean Marsh Long, age 89 of Rose Hill, VA, was born on June 06, 1936, in Alamosa, CO. She was known and called “Jeanie” or “Grannie” by most that knew her. She departed this life at the Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Hospital in Middlesboro, KY on Sunday, August 10, 2025, after a brief illness.
Norma was a member of the Arthur’s...
Billy Ray Jackson
Aug 9, 2025
Billy Ray Jackson, age 81, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Blackmont, KY, on May 22, 1944, to Millie North Mayo and raised by his parents, Abe and Aunt Millie Jackson.
Billy Ray served his country as a proud member of the United States...
Mitchell Vernon Helton
Aug 4, 2025
Mitchell Vernon Helton, age 82, of Molus, KY, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born April 18, 1943, the son of the late William and Ruth Hobbs Helton.
A devoted believer in the Baptist Faith, Mitchell's life was characterized by his strong values and unwavering faith. His warmth and kindness were felt by all who...
Patti Taylor Allen
Jul 30, 2025
Patti Taylor Allen, age 71, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN. She was born on May 26, 1954 in Harlan, KY, to the late Lee and Juanita Halcomb Taylor.
Patti loved to prepare delicious meals and enjoyed sharing them by entertaining her family and friends. She also...
Dr. Robert Brian Barton, DMD
Jul 25, 2025
Dr. Robert Brian Barton, DMD, age 61, of Manchester, TN, formerly of Middlesboro, KY, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 25, 2025. He was born on October 2, 1963, to Robert J. “Bobby” Barton and the late Nancy Lancaster Barton.
Brian was a 1981 graduate of Middlesboro High School. In 1988, he received his Doctor of Medicine in...
Charlotte Ann Hicks
Jul 17, 2025
Charlotte Ann Hicks, age 74, of Middlesboro, KY, entered her Heavenly home on Thursday, July 17, 2025. She was born in Middlesboro, KY, on February 23, 1951, to the late Myrtle Hazel Baker.
Charlotte was a Registered Nurse at Middlesboro ARH Hospital for 33 years. In addition to her legacy of caregiving to the many patients she served, Charlotte is remembered...
Mark Alan Rector
Jul 15, 2025
Mark Alan Rector, age 67, of Pikeville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born February 3, 1958, in Middlesboro, KY, the son of the late William Bolton Rector and Margaret Ann Rector.
Mark was raised in Hazard, KY, where he attended Hazard High School. His time there was marked not only by his academic pursuits but also...
Alva Jolene "Jodi" Brady
Jul 13, 2025
Alva Jolene “Jodi” Brady, age 52, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 13, 2025.
Born on May 15, 1973, in Pineville, KY, Jodi was the beloved daughter of James Brady and the late Vicky Brady. She was a devoted mother, proud grandmother, and loyal friend whose love for her family was evident in all she...
Alfred D. (Sol) "Pappy" Shepherd
Jul 12, 2025
Alfred D. (Sol) “Pappy” Shepherd, age 91, of Middlesboro, KY, went to be with the Lord peacefully, surrounded by his family on Saturday, July 12, 2025, after a short respiratory illness. He was born May 18, 1934, the son of the late Robert and Ollie Adams Shepherd.
A dedicated and faithful member of the Missionary Baptist faith, Alfred found solace as...
Gregory Alan Centers
Jul 12, 2025
Gregory Alan Centers, age 58, of Cumberland Gap, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born July 15, 1966, the cherished son of Richard Alan Centers and Betty June Russell, both of Cumberland Gap, TN.
Greg was saved at an early age at Underwood Grove Baptist Church. As a devoted member of the...
James Russell Partin
Jun 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Russell Partin, who departed this life and leapt into the arms of his loving Savior at the age of 78 on Monday, June 30, 2025. His final moments were spent peacefully at the Tennova North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, Tennessee, surrounded by the love of his family...
Greg Maiden
Jun 26, 2025
Greg (Gregory) Keith Maiden, age 57, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away June 26th, 2025. Born on January 12, 1968, in Pineville, KY, he was raised by his loving mother, Margaret Ann Maiden.
In addition to his mother and grandparents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Penny Cantrell, and brother-in-law, Larry Cantrell.
During his life, Greg enjoyed his years coaching and...
Alyce Jo Pennington
Jun 19, 2025
Alyce Jo (Steely) Pennington, age 98, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025. She was born April 22, 1927, in Pineville, Kentucky to Clarence and Mildred Steely and raised by her grandparents, Everett and Martha Steely.
In addition to her parents and grandparents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude A. Pennington, Jr. and her son-in-law, George J. Manovich.
Alyce...
Roy Taylor
Jun 18, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roy Taylor of Miracle, KY. Roy Taylor, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born June 24, 1934, in Cubbage, KY, the son of the late Bill and Sarah Taylor.
He was a devoted member of Oakdale Baptist Church and was deeply loved by many. Known...
Mearl Thomas Risner
Jun 10, 2025
Mearl Thomas Risner, age 86, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Hospital, Middlesboro, KY. He was born May 17, 1939, the son of the late Henry Clay Risner and Laura Denny Risner.
A passionate lover of music, Mearl dedicated much of his life to fostering a musical spirit in others. He served...
Lawrence Edward Trosper
Jun 4, 2025
Lawrence Edward Trosper, age 61, of Middlesboro, KY, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Hospital, Middlesboro, KY. He was born July 12, 1963, the son of the late Andrew Edward Trosper and Brenda Sue Templeton Trosper.
Lawrence was a passionate fisherman who cherished the time spent with his family. He found immense joy in being...
Mark Steven Laws
May 25, 2025
Mark Steven Laws, age 62, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was born in Middlesboro, KY, on July 7, 1962, to Patsy and the late, Marion Laws.
Mark was of the Baptist faith who was saved as a young boy. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Middlesboro, KY.
Whether performing onstage, in front of the bright lights, or...
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