Obituaries

Shirley V Ross

Shirley V Ross

Feb 9, 2026

Shirley V. Ross, 89, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026 at Somerset Nursing & Rehab.She was born January 4, 1937 to the late Hurston & Stella (Waddle) Wilson in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Shirley was a faithful member of Ansel Baptist Church for many years and had a deep love for the Lord. She enjoyed flowers,...

Clarice Maxine Salyers

Clarice Maxine Salyers

Feb 8, 2026

Clarice Maxine Salyers, left this world for her eternal reward February 8, 2026 at Somerwoods Nursing and Rehab in Somerset, Kentucky.She was born on May 20, 1936 to Mack and Susie Turner Stephens. She married Norman Salyers on July 28, 1951 and together they had three children; Kathy, Donna, and David. Maxine was known for many things, She was a skilled...

Andrew Daniel Pfeiffer IV

Andrew Daniel Pfeiffer IV

Feb 8, 2026

Andrew Daniel Pfeiffer IV, 80, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at the Jean Waddle Care Center.Andrew was born on June 14, 1945 to the late Andrew & Zella Fern (Hall) Pfeiffer in Hammond, Indiana. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and cherished time spent outdoors. He was of the Baptist faith and held those values...

William Lyle Havens

William Lyle Havens

Feb 7, 2026

William ("Bill") Lyle Havens, age 79, passed away on February 7, 2026. He was born on November 24, 1946, in Niagara Falls, New York.Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Mary Lou Havens.He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jean Havens, and his four children: Russell Havens (Terri), Bill Havens, Tony Havens (Annie), and Jackie Widmer (Craig)....

Anthony Dale Merrick

Anthony Dale Merrick

Feb 6, 2026

Anthony Dale Merrick, 63, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away at his residence.Anthony was born on September 2, 1962 to the late Arvel Dale & Enza Pearl (Burton) Merrick in Somerset, Kentucky. Anthony was an avid musician, a professional photographer, and always remained curious. He was a caretaker for his parents in their later years.He is survived by a nephew, Joshua...

Daniel Boo Dick

Daniel Boo Dick

Feb 5, 2026

Daniel Boo Dick, 59, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at his residence.Daniel was born on September 15, 1966 in Pulaski County, Kentucky to the late Loyd & Martha (Worley) Dick. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and ginseng hunting, and found great joy in horseback riding and farming. Above all else, he cherished his family. He dearly loved...

Ora Elizabeth "Betty" Wooton

Ora Elizabeth "Betty" Wooton

Jan 30, 2026

Ora Elizabeth "Betty" Wooton, 96, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away Friday, January 30, 2026 at Somerset Nursing & Rehab in Somerset, Kentucky.She was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi on December 14, 1929, daughter of the late Edward & Ethel Stone Everett. She married Sterle Wooton in 1946 and they were married for 67 years. She loved her needlework, sewing, and quilting....

Ivan Wesley

Ivan Wesley

Jan 28, 2026

Ivan Dean Wesley, at the age of 57, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday January 28 after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Jennifer Wesley, his three children Vanessa Mayberry (m. Maxwell Mayberry), Caleb Wesley and Josiah Wesley, and two of his siblings Pat Hubbard and Danin Wesley.Ivan...

Clinton Dustin Epperson

Clinton Dustin Epperson

Jan 28, 2026

Clinton Dustin Epperson, 45, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on January 28, 2026.He was born in Somerset, Kentucky on December 11, 1980; son of Lisa & (Andy) Dalton and the late Clifton Epperson. He worked in Construction. He attended Crossroads Community Church and found great joy in the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, swimming, cray fishing, four-wheeling, and riding his...

Morgan Jefferson Spencer

Morgan Jefferson Spencer

Jan 27, 2026

Morgan Jefferson Spencer Sr., 92, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at his residence. Morgan was born on March 17, 1933, in Floyd, New Mexico, to the late Andy and Roxie (Campbell) Spencer. He worked faithfully as the City Foreman for Lockland, Ohio, dedicating 15 years of service. After moving to Kentucky, he continued his strong...

Virginia Pauline Gossett

Virginia Pauline Gossett

Jan 26, 2026

Virginia Pauline "Ginny" Gossett, age 82 of Somerset, Ky passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026 surrounded by her family. Born on August 10, 1943 in Somerset, Ky, she was the daughter of Samuel Doyle (Bosie) Vaughn and Ethel Arzona Johnson Vaughn. She graduated from Somerset Highschool in May of 1961 and married her high school sweetheart, Robert Lee "Bob"...

Laura Samples

Laura Samples

Jan 19, 2026

Laura Samples, 100, of London, Kentucky passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026.She was born on November 20, 1925 to the late Thomas C. & Alice (Lunsford) McDaniel in Burning Springs, Kentucky. Laura had a joyful spirit and a love for life. She enjoyed playing cards, dancing, and sharing a good laugh over a joke. She loved going to church...

Paul Correll

Paul Correll

Jan 18, 2026

Paul R. Correll, 83, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at The Neighborhood. He was born on August 28, 1942 to the late Harley & Alpha (Roberts) Correll in Monticello, Kentucky. Paul was a devoted man of faith who loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He found joy in the...

Casey Wilson

Casey Wilson

Jan 16, 2026

Casey Allen Wilson, 32, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. He was born on March 10, 1993 to Perry & Heather (Bourassa) Wilson in Somerset, Kentucky. Casey loved life and lived it surrounded by the things that brought him joy. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors, had a passion for baseball, and could often be...

Ethel McCoy

Ethel McCoy

Jan 15, 2026

Ethel Jane McCoy, 81, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2026 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.Ethel was born on October 31, 1944 to the late Stanley & Lucielle Hellard in Fayette County, Kentucky. She loved spending her time in the kitchen cooking for family and friends. Ethel also enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and quilting, and took...

Judy Vanhook

Judy Vanhook

Jan 14, 2026

Judy Lynne Vanhook, 65, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at her residence. She was born on October 16, 1960 to the late Ottis & Sarah (Brewer) Vanhook in Somerset, Kentucky. Judy was a true homebody who found comfort and joy in the simple blessings of life. Her faith in the Lord was an important part...

Ronnie Kemper

Ronnie Kemper

Jan 13, 2026

Ronnie Kemper, 73, of Science Hill, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. He was born on April 14, 1952 to the late Raymond & Edith (Branson) Kemper in London, Kentucky. Ronnie enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. Above all else, he adored his grandbabies, who...

Howard Rowland

Howard Rowland

Jan 11, 2026

Howard Leroy Rowland II, 65, of Eubank, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.Howard was born on October 22, 1960 to the late Howard Leroy Rowland & Carol (Painter) Counts in Casper, Wyoming. He enjoyed boating, loved being outdoors, and could often be found playing a game of pool. Howard liked simple pleasures and...

Joyceann Hilder

Joyceann Hilder

Jan 6, 2026

Joyceann Hilder, 96, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at the Jean Waddle Care Center.She was born on January 27, 1929 to the late Ray Jr. & Tilda Gravitt in Port Neches, Texas. Joyceann was a woman of many talents. A devoted homemaker, loving mother, and faithful wife, she poured her heart into caring for her...

Lonnie Taylor

Lonnie Taylor

Jan 4, 2026

Lonnie E. Taylor, 79, of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at the Jean Waddle Care Center.She was born on January 6, 1946 to the late Cecil & Mary Eva (Denny) Taylor in Indiana. She loved doing crossword puzzles and found great enjoyment in watching westerns, especially those starring John Wayne. A woman of deep faith, she...