John Bennett Webb II

John Bennett Webb II, 86, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Jean Waddle Care Center. He was born on December 15, 1939, in Houston, Texas, to the late John Bennett Webb and Theresa (Gregurich) Webb.

John proudly served his country in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Captain and serving from 1965 to 1972. Throughout his military service, he earned several distinguished honors in recognition of his dedication and sacrifice, including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Bronze Star Medal.

In his quieter moments, John enjoyed reading and watching birds, finding pleasure in the simple beauty of nature and the opportunity to spend time with a good book.

John is survived by his sister, Aresa & (Larry) Coderre; his neice, Dina & (Jason) Pugh; his nephew, Justin & (Brittney) Pugh; great-neices, Kelsey & (Bryan) Stifle and Katelyn Stegall; great-nephew, Matthew Pugh; great-great-nieces and nephews, Theophilus, Warren, Evelyn, Bartholomew, and Rosanna Stifle; and his close friends and caretakers, Scotty Wilson & Melanie Jackson.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 16, 2026 at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home with Bro. Joseph Isaacs officiating.

Military Honors will be performed by the American Legion Honor Guard Post #38.

Burial will be at Mill Springs National Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until time for services at Morris & Hislope Funeral Home.

Morris & Hislope Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with arrangements.