Surviving in addition to his father include a son, Douglas Kevin Stevens II of Ashland, Kentucky, a daughter, Kayla Michelle Stevens of Ashland, Kentucky. Mary Magdalene Beach Whitt, 90, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Saturday evening, May 17, 2014 at her home, with her family at her side, following an extended illness. 3 grandchildren, Josh Cooksey, Jessica Winfield, and Chris Cooksey. A graveside service will be Today, March 20, at, 1:00 PM at Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens by Brother Rick Jenkins. Tim Porter at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. He was an elementary boys basketball coach in the Fairview system. Thomas Earl Lemaster, 86, of Grayson, Kentucky, husband of Elizabeth A. Hensley Lemaster, died peacefully Monday morning, September 1st, at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland. Condolences may be sent to the family at. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com or www.facebook/prestonfamilyfuneralhome. Michele Meade, and Jeremy Brett Jones. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.facebook.com/prestonfamilyfuneralhome or www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Surviving in addition to her loving husband Bill are: two daughters, Peggy(husband Richard Scott) of Woodstock, Georgia, and Darla J. Goodall of Barboursville, West Virginia; a half sister, Norma Shackleford of Ohio; three half brothers, Jim Pelfrey of Ohio, Dale Pelfrey and Barry Pelfrey of Florida; nine grand children; seventeen great grand children, and one great great grandson, whom she loved dearly. Paul was a member of the First Baptist Church, Russell, KY, where he was involved in the Mercy Seekers Sunday School Class. Bekah is survived, in addition to her loving husband and parents, by a brother, Drew Stevens of Westwood, KY, her maternal grandparents, Henry and Mildred Franklin of Ashland, Kentucky, a very special friend, Sydney Ekers, and her mother and father in law, Cris and Ron McDavid, and sister in law, Kayla McDavid of Catlettsburg, Kentucky. At Jones-Preston Funeral Home, our primary goal is to fulfill each and every familys individual needs. Shirley is survived by one sister, Phyllis Howard of Ashland, KY. Other survivors include three sons, Darrell (Betty) Cordle of Avondale, AZ, Darvin (Betty) Cordle of Westwood, KY, Reid Cordle of Oil Springs, KY, two daughters, Sharon Hall of Lexington, KY and Nancy (Jim) Isham of Westwood, KY, one stepdaughter Doris (Jack) Francis of Catlettsburg, KY. She is survived by 9 grandchildren, John Douglas Hall, Roger Dale (Kelli) Cordle, Bronson Douglas (Tonya) Cordle, Robert Jason Hall, Tommy Lee Cordle, Travis Dean Cordle, Shelley Leigh (Donnie) Greer, Carrie Francis (Randy) Satterly and Jaclyn Michelle Wheatley. He is survived by two daughters, Betty R. (Paul) Price of Xenia, Ohio, Shirley A. Ronald Richardson and wife Carol of Kissemee, Florida. Arthur was born April 8, 1952 in Boyd County, Kentucky, a son of the late John and Mary Withrow Nelson. Perry loved to fish, hunt, golf, play basketball and softball and was the "Dad" of the annual Westwood Turkey Bowl. Funeral Services will be Saturday, July 12, 2014 at 11:00 am at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Curt was born November 9, 1947 at Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late Junious and Mary Nelson Martin. Dale Henson. Contributions may be made in Paul's memory to First Baptist Church of Russell, 901 Ashland Drive, Russell, Kentucky 41169 or to Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Avenue, Ashland, Kentucky 41101. James Salyer, 86, of Coal Grove, Ohio, died peacefully Saturday morning at Kingsbrook Life Care Center, Ashland, KY, following an extended illness. We have never sacrificed quality merchandise such as, American Caskets, Vaults, or Register Books for Cheaper Chinese Caskets, Vaults, or Register Books. Visitation will be this evening, (Thursday) from 6 -9 PM . Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. 3 sisters, Carol Jean and husband Don Tackett of Ashland, Kentucky, Helen and husband Farron Frashure of Westwood, Kentucky, Patricia Brown of Ashland, Kentucky. Search Funeral Service is at 2:00 PM by Bro. Surviving in addition to his loving wife of 48 years, Ann Hall Williams, and his mother, Beryle Williams, include 2 daughters, Heather Lee Bennett and husband Jason of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Holly Lynn Williams of Dayton, Ohio. Patricia VanGilder and husband Roger Lee of Southside, Alabama. She had true passion for education and the arts belonging to the Greenup County Education Association (former president), Eastern Kentucky and Kentucky Education Association Retired (serving on the Compliance and Constitution Committee), Goldenrod Chapter of American Business Womens Association (previous president), Flatwoods Poetry Society, Kentucky State Poetry Association, Kentucky Creative Arts Club, KYOWA Chapter of the Romance Writers of America (Secretary), Carter County Poetry Association, the Phoenix Writers Poetry Association , the National Federation of Press Women, Inc., was appointed by Governor Paul E. Patton as a member of the Board of Examiners and Registration of Architects (2001-2005), the Greenup County Goodwill circle of Kings Daughters and Sons, and served as a current board member and Chairman of the City Union at Kings Daughters and Sons Assisted Living. Jerry Lowman, 61, of Ashland, Kentucky, died Saturday afternoon, March 22nd following a short illness. He was generous in all manners, a kind heart and stranger to none. 3 great grandchildren, Tanner and Bailey Winfield, Robert Cooksey, and a sister, Jewell Johnson of Fallsburg, Kentucky. William John Fraley, 91, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully, Friday, January 9th, at Wurtland Manor Health Care following an extended illness. Tonya King Poplin, 40, of Ashland, Kentucky, wife of Clint Poplin, died peacefully Thursday morning, April 24th, at Community Hospice Care Center following an extended illness. Madelon Louise Venters, 92, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Thursday evening, January, 15th, in Oakmont Manor Nursing Care following an extended illness. Mary Jane was a graduate of Kansas City Junior College. Surviving include his wife, Anna Adkins, three sons, Ronald Lee Adkins and wife Patricia of Manassas, VA, Jerry Adkins and wife Monina of Ashland, KY, and David Michael Adkins and wife Linda of Russell, KY, daughter Sandra Kay Donaldson and husband Bert of Locust Grove, VA, brother Donald Ray Adkins and wife Carol of Flatwoods, KY, eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and one great great granddaughter. Other nieces and nephews include Lindsay Wright, Cole Wright, James Michael Rakes and Jordan Kelli Rakes. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Patty Rigsby Smallridge. Contributions may be made in Kitty's memory to the 2nd Freewill Baptist Church Building Fund. Surviving include 3 sons, Donald Eugene Church and wife Donna of Willard, Kentucky, Kenneth Church and wife Anita of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Glen Church and wife Christine of Florence, Kentucky. Surviving in addition to her husband include 2 sons, Stephen Cremeans of Flatwoods, Kentucky, Paul Cremeans and wife Anna of Russell, Kentucky. James was born April 7, 1930 at Denton, Kentucky a son of the late Sam and Bertha Kitchen Jenkins. He was born December 1, 1960 at McDowell, Kentucky a son of Oliver and Delores Fay Fraley Little, Jr. Greg was a Chief Head End Technician with Armstrong Utilities, he enjoyed motorcycling and spending time outdoors. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 1:00 PM by Pastor Mike Rice at Fairview Baptist Church, Main Street, Westwood, Kentucky. Ruby was the mother of 2 children, a daughter, Bailey Marie Dillow. Middle son, Lieutenant Colonel John Christopher, U.S. Army and wife Soyon and their 4 sons, James, John, Daniel, Joseph, and daughter Sarah, all of Manassas, Virginia. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Ralph's last few years in the music industry was in 1980 through 1982 with Kim Simmonds and 'Savoy Brown', an English blues rock band.Throughout his career, Ralph always remembered where his roots were. Offer a gift of comfort and beauty to a family suffering from loss. Surviving include a son, Bruce Williams and wife Brigette of Goshen, Kentucky, a daughter, Kimberly Laslo of Westwood, Kentucky, 4 grandchildren and a sister, Wanda Doty of Westwood. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 2nd at 1:00 PM at Morris's home, 8037 Bayless Hill, Catlettsburg, KY. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Nieda was an active registered nurse for nearly 40 years and continued to help others through Community Hospice, delivering for Meals On Wheels, and was always a friendly face at Preston Family Funeral Home. Betsey Stringer, 72, of Ashland, wife and beloved soul mate of Bobby Joe Stringer, died peacefully Monday afternoon, June 10, 2013, in Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland following an extended illness. Madelon was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, Walter Stewart Venters, and a grandson, Otis Steele, Jr. Our Mother is also survived by 2 sisters, Judy (Gary) Sallie of Summitt, KY, and Brenda Yonts of Summitt, KY. Six brothers, Elwood and Rita Doolin of Westwood, KY, Glen Doolin of Wurtland, KY, Charles and Pat Doolin of Arizona, Ellis and Pam Doolin, Jr. ofCatlettsburg, KY, Donald and Donna Doolin of Ona, WV, and David Doolin of Sandy Springs, SC. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until service time. Charles was born September 28, 1945 in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late Van Donald and Bertha Alice Stanley Griffith. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. The Paintsville Funeral Home's dedication to Johnson County families began in 1948, with Lloyd and Julie Preston who founded the Paintsville Funeral He was an U.S. Army veteran of WWII, serving in the South Pacific, and was involved in three major engagements at New Guinea, South Philippines, and Luzon. Great- grand children :Gabrielle Norrod, Kiersten, Elena, Ryan, and Dana Quinlan, Kendall Lange, Josiah Fairchild, Desiree Gibson, Trevor (Susie)Fawbush. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Contributions may be made in Opal's memory to Community Hospice, 1840 Carter Avenue, Ashland, Kentucky 41101. June 17, 1939 - February 12, 2023 Ben Dahlman Tackett, age 83, of Staffordsville died Sunday February 12, 2023 at his residence. Interment, with Military honors by the VFW Post 8850 Ironton, Ohio and Patriot Guard Riders, will be in the Bellefonte Memorial Gardens, Flatwoods, KY. the Hotstrip Mill at ARMCO in 1982. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ashland Community Hospice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Bob was born December 29, 1933 at Ashland, Kentucky a son of the late Grover and Lillian Thornsbury Hatfield. Kerry Preston 1949-2021 Kerry Preston, 71, of Offutt, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. She is also survived by two daughters, Debbie Garred of South Point, Ohio, and Donna Hamilton of Ashland; three stepdaughters, Rene Stringer Cheek of Mandeville, La., Lorna Stringer Gildig of Abita Springs, La., and Janda Stringer Cefalu of Destrehan, La. Surviving in addition to his loving wife, Myra, include a son, Drew Stevens of Covington, Kentucky. Rene was born November 7, 1931 at Toler, Kentucky in Pike County, a daughter of the late Lawyer and Georgia Griffey Ratliff. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer D. Richardson in 2000. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6 - 9 PM. If you should have any questions concerning any of the information you may find on our site, please do not hesitate to contact us at 606- 789-3501 or 888-789-3501 or email us at. A memorial service will be held Thursday evening, March 20th, at 6:00 PM by Bob Russell at, PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. by Fiance Karen Baldwin. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Fairview Baptist Church by Pastor Michael Rice. On December 24, 1958 , Phyllis Jane Marriott, age 87, of Greenfield, IN died Thursday February 24, 2023. A military service will be presented today (Tuesday) at 1:30 PM at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Gordon was born in Ashland, March 4, 1946 a son of the late Wallace and Thelma Fosson Fairchild. Surviving, in addition to her husband, mother, and step father, Richard Carter, include her 2 precious children, Jacob Foley of Ashland, and Tylar Smith of Ashland, and a sister Darita King Pratt of Ashland. Bobby was a member and Past Master of Rush Lodge #715 F&AM and Apperson Chapter York Rite Bodies. Visitation will be Friday evening, December 19th, at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME from 5 - 7 PM. Two granddaughters, Amber Turner and Brittany Trent and a precious great grandson, 'Crazy' Braden Sprague. Reba was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her loving husband, Charles Justice in 2011. Over the years she has been active in her church both at Temple and other churches as Sunday school teacher and pianist with a special emphasis on missions. A gift to your family, sparing them hard decisions at an emotional time. 2 sons, Doran Lockhart and wife Kim of Cedar Hill, Tennessee and Todd Lockhart and wife Daryl of Lexington, Kentucky. We are proud to have NEVER offered Chinese caskets to our families who have entrusted us with their loved one. Burial with military honors will be in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Northeast. There are also 27 great grandchildren. #5, Ashland, by Rev. Funeral services will be Friday, April 17th, at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Rev. After suffering his stroke, which he was a miracle to have survived, Perry continued to do whatever he could to share Jesus with others. Paul Holbrook, 91, of Westwood, Kentucky, died peacefully at Community Hospice Care Center, July 4, 2013 following an extended illness. Burial will be in the Ashland Cemetery. Cora was born June 24, 1931 in Busseyville, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Bourbon E. and Myrtle Hughes Meek. Surviving in addition to her husband include 2 sons, Barry and wife Jo Anne of Ashland, Kentucky, Stephen and wife Sandy of Ashland. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by 2 brothers Tom and Clayton Esham, a sister Judy Phillips, and 2 great grandsons, Rodney E. Dunn II and Luke Aaron Dunn. She was a faithful member of the Hoods Creek Enterprise Baptist Church and always enjoyed the fellowship of her church family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.PRESTONFAMILYFUNERALHOME.com. At Jones-Preston Funeral Home, our primary goal is to fulfill each and every family's. Azie is survived by his children, William Drake Meade and wife Carolyn ofGrovetown Georgia; Kathy Meade Frasure and husband Malcolm of Russell, Kentucky; DeborahMeade Jones and husband John of Russell, Kentucky; and Brian Azie Meade and wifeJoanie of Trenton, Ohio. Lucille is a member of Temple Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Azie was preceded in death by his wife of 63 yearsAnna Lee Fyffe Meade; sisters: Dorothy Meade Holbrook, Belle Meade Howard;brothers: Astor Meade, James Lonnie Meade Jr. , daughter-in-law: Carrie JeanWhite Meade; and great-grandchildren: Tanner Drake Leight and Taylor MichaelLeight. Alice was born March 20, 1951 at Ashland, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Isadore and Nellie Morgan Bates. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Interment will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park in Ashland, Kentucky. Curtis Martin, 66, of Ashland, KY, husband of Freda Hogsten Martin, died Sunday morning at Kings Daughters Medical Center following an extended illness. Brothers Ruben (Jennifer) Hatfield and Rick (Tonia) Hatfield both of Lafalette, Louisiana. He is survived maternally by uncles and aunts Roy and Kathy Whitt, Colin and Jill Whitt, and Joy and Don Stapleton. Kylie attended Mrs. Potter's Kindergarten class at Summitt Elementary School. Visitation is this evening (Tuesday) from 6 - 8 PM. Mary was born June 21, 1923 at Ashland, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Arthur and Icie Arden Beach. 2 precious great grandchildren, Madison and Tristan Nicholson, and 2 brothers, Harold Davis Jenkins and Bert Davis. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until service time. Surviving in addition to his mother and loving wife include two brothers, Phillip Murphy and wife Diana of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, and Gary Murphy and wife Sherry of Raleigh, N.C.. Two sisters, Diane Morrison and husband Kent of Ashland, Kentucky and Yvonne Harper of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, 10 nieces and nephews along with several great nieces and nephews. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of Poage, Lodge #325 F&AM, and was a retired carpenter. 2 daughters, Morgan Shaye Ratliff Gipson and husband Chris, and Sarah Marybeth Ratliff, all of Ashland, Kentucky. (Howard) Peel of Flatwoods, Ky. And one son, Edward. Trust is certainly their top concern and so they specialize in tradition funerals, basic cremation, grief support, urn selection, and military funeral service services including offering veteran burial flags. She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, Norville Thompson in 1999, and 2 sons, Gregory Joseph Thompson in 1994 and Robert Russell Thompson in 2008, and a son in law, Bill Backofen in 1986. Fred was born November 8, 1954 at Ashland, Kentucky a son of the late Walter and Blanche Breeding Weinfurtner. A sister, Patty Maupin (Denny) of Florida. Kernie Parsons, 65, of Ashland, KY, was found to be with our Lord on Friday, January 16, 2015. Visitation will be Thursday evening, at the funeral home, from 6 - 9 PM and Friday from 11:00 AM until service time. Perry also managed a daily devotional, "Lighthouse Beam". Funeral services will be, Friday, March 21st at 2:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Pastor Dennis Miles. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuenralhome.com. John was of the Protestant faith and enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his friends. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, January 6th at 1:00 PM at the PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Funeral Services will be Monday, January 19th at 1:00 at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Bro. Ron was a beloved husband, father and Coach. Other surviving family members include, Sam Caudill, Cortnie Kirk, and Brittany Glover. Use the form above to find your loved one. Donations may be sent to the First Baptist Church of Cannonsburg Building Fund. Step daughters, Ericka and husband Scott Worthington of Flatwoods, KY and Melinda James of Ashland, KY. 4 brothers Bobby Rigsby, Paul Rigsby and Pete Rigsby of Catlettsburg, KY and Eddie Rigsby of Ashland, KY. 4 sisters, Kay Rigsby of Ashland, KY, Lotus Cornwell of Tenessee, Margie Rigsby of Ashland, KY, Mary Rigsby Kazee of Florida, and 9 grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Brothers, Steven Fields and Kyle Hoose, sister Kristine Fields, niece Angel Hoose, adopted nephew Michael, Gamble, God daughter Angelina Camp and many family and friends who loved her dearly. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church of Cannonsburg by Pastor Stan Williams. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park. He was "Poppie" to his 5 grandchildren, Hannah, Haylie, Macie and Trevor Downs and Toby Morman, who were the most precious things in the world to him. Along with her other accomplishments, she published the following books : Life Is But A Journey, Ode To Jesse Staurt, Hamilton/Cantrell Genealogy, Hunt/Royce Genealogy.