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JANUARY - 1964


   
BLAIR, Morris (Weddington)
1900-1964
Native of County, Dies In Dayton Death Comes Suddenly To Denver Woman Mrs. Morris Weddington Blair, 63, of Silver Lake Road, New Carlisle, Ohio, wife of Herbert J. Blair, died unexpectedly at 4 a.m. Wednesday, Jan 29 in the Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, where she had been a patient since Jan 14.  She had been recovering from surgery. Death was due to heart attack. Mrs. Blair, a member of the First Baptist Church in Fairborn, was born Nov. 17, 1900 at Denver, Ky, a daughter of Leo and Dora. B. Weddington. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include a son Herbert E., Middletown, Pennsylvania; two daughters, Miss Virginia Blair of New Carlisle and Mrs. James (Garnett) Bergin of Springfield; three brother, Virgil Weddington of Springfield, Hershel of  Leander, and Wil- liam of New Carlisle; five sis- ters, Mrs. Wiley (Fannie) Hitchcock of Miami, Florida, Mrs. Albert (Florence) Blanton of Leander, Mrs. L. J. (Victoria) Wilhelm of Tipp City, Ohio, Mrs. Homer (Gladys) Scott, New Carlisle, and Mrs. Edgar (Lucille) Williams of Hillsboro, Ohio, and three grand- children, Cynthia and Deborah Blair, and Thomas Patrick Bergin. Funeral services were conducted from the First Baptist Church, Fairborn, with the Rev. Dr. Roy Fish officiating.  Burial was in the New Carlisle Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 12, 1964

   
BLANTON, Lona
1897-1964
Mrs. Lona Blanton, 66, resident of Oil Springs, died in a local hospital at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 22, after an illness of several months.  The daughter of the late Thomas and Margarett Brown Williams, she was born in this county May 21, 1897, and had resided at Oil Springs most of her life.  She was a member of the United Baptist Church.  Her first marriage was to Eual Jackson, who preceded her in death.  She was later married to Manford Blanton, who also preceded her in death. Surviving are four sons, Freddie Jackson, Springfield, Ohio; Melvin, Chester and James M. Blanton all of Oil Springs; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Miller, Grove City, Ohio; Mrs. Robert Butler, Springfield, Ohio; Mrs. Joseph Wott, Westerville, Ohio; a brother, R. B. Williams, Newport News, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. Lou Pelphrey of this city; Mrs. Evaline Blair, Beaver, Ohio; Mrs. Flara Whitt, Ashland.  Also surviving are nine stepsons, four stepdaughters, 21 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday at the Beechwall United Baptist Church with O. I. Williams, Millard O’Bryan, Vencil Pelphrey and Francis Blair as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan 29, 1964

   
CASTLE, Anthey (Cavins)
1907-1964
Mrs. Anthey Castle, 58, resident of Thealka, died in a local hospital Friday morning, January 3, following a three weeks illness. The daughter of Ben and Nancy Groves Cavins, she was born in Mingo County, w. Va., March 4, 1907, and had lived at Thealka for the past two years.  She had formerly resided at White House and Sitka. Her first marriage was to Edward Blaine Price, who preceded her in death June 24, 1960. She later married Ambrose Castle, who survives. Other survivors include two sons, Clarence Price, Springfield, Ohio; Donald Price, Columbus, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Castle and Mrs. Della Arms, both of Thealka; Mrs. Faye Montgomery, Marion, Ind., two brothers, George Cavins, Sitka; Clarence Cavins, Williamsport; five sisters, Mrs. Goldie Layne, Michigan, Mrs. Betty Sparks, Sitka; Mrs. Josie Price, Sitka; Mrs. Dovie Lemaster, Ohio; Mrs. Lizzie Wilburn, Catlettsburg. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday at the White House Enterprise Baptist Church with Otis Wiley and William Tackett as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Tom Baldridge Cemetery at White House. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 8, 1964

   
CHARLES, Pete
1877-1964
Pete Charles, 87, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roscoe Pack, Thealka at 10:15 a.m., Friday, January 3, after an illness of two years. The son of the late James and Diane Young Charles, he was born in Lawrence County, December 12, 1877, and had lived at Thealka most of his life.  He was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and was employed as a janitor. His wife, Mary Charles, preceded him in death September 1956. He is survived by two other daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Castle and Mrs. Harklas Pack both of Thealka; a son Pete Charles Jr., Phoenex, Ariz.; a sister, Mrs. Stella Daniels of this city. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 2:00 p.m., at the Walnut Grove Church at Lowmansville with Don Fraley, Cline Salyer and F.S. VanHoose as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Paintsville Quartet.  Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-8-1964

   
CLAY, Sally
1964
Sally Clay Dies Thursday In Local Hospital Funeral services were conducted at 3:00 p.m., Saturday for Miss Sally Clay, prominent resident, who died in a local hospital at 12:00 noon, Thursday, January 9, from the effects of a stroke suffered about two weeks earlier. A lifelong resident of this city, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Sarah V. Walker Clay, a well-known family of the county.  In her girlhood she was one of the town's most popular young women and was held in high esteem and deep affection by her many friends in this section.  She was a saleslady for many years in several of Paintsville's leading merchandising establishments. A member of the First Methodist Church, her interests centered around the activities of the church, and she remained throughout the years a loyal and devoted member, attending services regularly. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers. Lloyd, Wade and Elmon Clay, and a sister, Mrs. Callie Ealey. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Services were conducted by the Rev. Robert Hart, pastor of First Methodist, in the chapel of the Paintsville Funeral Home.  Mrs. Robert Montgomery was organist. Pallbearers were Judge J.E. Radcliffe, W.A. Johnson, W.C. Bailey, Charles T. Melvin, Frank Wells, William Martin, J.T. Copley, Robert Montgomery, and O.T. Dorton. Burial was in the Mayo Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-15-1964

   
COLLINS, John Wesley
1876-1964
Reverend John Wesley Collins, 81, retired farmer and minister of Oil Springs, died Sunday afternoon, January 19, in Madison County Hospital, London Ohio, after an illness of twelve days.  He had been visiting his sons during the holidays.  A native of Johnson County, he was born December 21, 1876 and had been a lifelong resident of the Oil Springs community.  he was a member of the Pentecostal Church of Christ.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Lora Collins, and a son, Mitchell. Survivors include two sons, Virgil Collins, London, Ohio; Dallas Collins, Powell, Ohio; a brother, Will Collins, Oil Springs; two half sisters, Virgie Williams, Oil Spri ngs; Julie Mayhew, West Virginia. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday in the Oil Springs Methodist Church with the Rev. Chester Miller and Rev. E.L. Cyrus as officiating ministers.  Burial will be in Camp Ground Cemetery near Oil Springs.  Paintsville Herald  Wednesday 1-15-64

   
DANIEL, Artho
1878-1964
Artho Daniel, 86, retired farmer, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Blanton, Volga, at 4:00 p.m., Monday January 6, after a ten-day illness. A native of this state, he was born November 27, 1878, the son of the late Joseph and Sarah Helton Daniel.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church. His wife, Rebecca Daniel, preceded him in death in 1956. Surviving besides his daughter are two other daughters, Mrs. Lucinda Castle, Sitka; Mrs. Arthie Castle, Ashland; two sons, Verlin Daniel, Lowmansville; Everett Daniel, Walbridge, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Julia Arrowood, West Van Lear; Mrs. Jennie Sadler, Nippa. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., today, at the Locust Grove Baptist Church, with F. F. Rigsby as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JAN. 8, 1964

   
DANIEL, Leonard T.
1915-1964
Funeral services for L. T. Daniel were conducted Wednesday in the chapel of the Young Funeral Home at Louisa and burial followed in the family cemetery at Lowmansville.  Mr. Daniel had lived in Columubus, OH., for some time, was well known in Johnson and Lawrence Counties.  He was a nephew of Mrs. J. N. Stambaugh of this city and Mr. and Mrs. Willie Daniel of Charley.  Among those attending the funeral were Taylor Daniel, Ken Cordle, Mr. and Mrs. Calhoun Blanton, Columbus, OH., and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Fitch, New Boston, OH; Mrs Bessie Castle, South Point, OH; Thomas Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Castle, Mrs Monroe Lemaster, Mrs. Lizzie Lemaster, and Mrs. Jewell Wheeler, and Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Chandler, Ashland; Mr. and Mrs. Willie Daniel, Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Bevins, Willie Bevins, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Hayes, Charley. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 15, 1964. ***NOTE:  Leonard Taylor Daniel s/o Francis Elcaney Daniel and Carrie Jane Ramey. Born May 17 1915 Lawrence Co., KY; md Mary Eunice Stambaugh d/o Lafe Stambaugh and Marilda Castle

   
DANIEL, Warren
1894-1964
WARREN DANIEL, RETIRED MINER, DIES THURSDAY Warren Daniel, 69, retired miner of Tutor Key, died at his home at 11:00 p.m., Thursday, January 30, following an illness of several months. A native of the county, he was born April 1, 1894, the son of the late Thomas and Amanda Daniel.  He had been a lifelong resident of Tutor Key. Surviving are a son, Thomas Daniel, Tutor Key; two daughters, Dixie Grim, Louisville; Grace Hodge, Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, at the Toms Creek United Baptist Church, with Claude Preston, O. I. Williams and Virgil Howard as officiating ministers. Grandsons served as pall bearers.  Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEB. 5, 1964

   
HOPSON, Lee
1879-1964
Lee Hopson, Auxier Resident, Dies Saturday Lee Hopson, 84, retired miner of Auxier, died at 12:40 p.m. Saturday, January 11, at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Eugene Hamon in Dayton, Ohio, after an illness of two weeks. The son of the late Wade and Harriett Horn Hopson, he was born in Floyd County June 5, 1879, and had lived at Auxier for forty years.  He was a mem- ber of the Methodist Church and of East Point Lodge 657 F & AM. Survivors includes besides his daughter,  his widow, Mrs. Lucy Music Hopson, whom he married at Auxier in 1902; a son EErnest [sic] Hopson, Dole, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Ocie  Mor- Harmon, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Morrisson, Pikeville; Mrs. Oneda Jackie Hubbard, Ada, Ohio; a brother Lennie Hopson, Prest[sic] Note:  Above is how it was printed in the paper, but I believe two lines were reversed and the last paragraph should read; Survivors includes besides his daughter, his widow, Mrs. Lucy Music Hopson, whom he married at Auxier in 1902; a son Ernest Hopson, Dole, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Ocie Morrisson, Pikeville; Mrs. Oneda Harmon, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Jackie Hubbard, Ada, Ohio; a brother Lennie Hopson, Prest[sic] The Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 15, 1964

   
HOPSON, Lucy (Music)
1881-1964
Mrs. Lucy Hopson, 82, resident of Auxier, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Eugene Harmon, Dayton, Ohio, at 4:00 a.m., Saturday, Janurary 18, after an extended illness.  Her husband, Lee Hopson, preceded her in death a week earlier. The daughter of the late Alec and Sarah Burchett Music, she was born in Floyd County March 3, 1881, and had resided at Aux-ier all of her life.  She was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include besides her Daughter, a son, Ernest Hopson, Dola, Ohio; two other daughters, Mrs. Ocie Morrison, Pikeville; Mrs. Jackie Hubbard, Ada, Ohio; a brother, Will Music, City. Funeral services were con-Ducted at 11:00 a.m., Monday at the Auxier Methodist Church with the Rev. S. C. Honeycutt  as officiating minister. Burial was in the family cemetery at Auxier. The Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 15, 1964

   
HOWARD, Henry
1912-1964
Henry Howard, 53, resident of this city, died in a local hospital at 4:08 a.m., Thursday, January 9, after an illness of ten years. The son of the late Luther and Bessie Blanton Howard, he was born in Salyersville November 12, 1912, and had lived in this city for about forty years.  He was a member of the Free Enterprise Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Hermalee Baldwin Howard whom he married in this city July 14, 1927; two sons, Wendell and Tommy Howard both of this city; six daughters, Mrs. Janet Runyon, Mrs. Garroll Montgomery, Betty Jo, Deborah, Shelia Ann and Sherry Lynn Howard all of this city; a brother, Burns Howard, Ashland; two sisters, Mrs. Verna Gentry and Mrs. Fronie Howard both of Ashland.  Three grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at 2:00 p.m., at the Southside Free Enterprise Church with Vern Conley and Don Fraley as officiating ministers. Active pallbearers were Johnny Hayes, Ray Preston, Milton Preston, Tommy Mullins, Don Haney and Walter Salyers. Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 15, 1964

   
MCFADDIN, Lou (Conley)
1883-1964
Mrs. Lou McFaddin, 66, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Ray Blair, Kirk Street, at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, January 19, after a brief illness. A daughter of the late Hiram F. and Mary Estep Conley, she was born in this county September 10, 1883, and had lived in this city for several years.  She was a member of the Third Street Freewill Baptist Church. Her husband, William McFaddin preceded her in death March 7, 1934. Surviving besides Mrs. Blair are two sons, Homer McFaddin, city; Tommy McFaddin, Springfield, Ohio; five other daughters, Mrs. Edgar Meade, Fairborn, Ohio; Mrs. Mose Ritchie, Apple Creek, Ohio; Mrs. Bill Selvage, Jeromsville, Ohio; Mrs. Albert Hall, Lancer; Mrs. Russell Fairchild, Staffordsville; four brothers, Hayden Conley, Hager Hill; Marcus and John Conley, both of Kingsport, Tenn.; Bascom Conley, Martin; three sisters, Mrs. Lydia Adams, Burley, Va.; Mrs. William Blair, Collista; Mrs. Josephine Ward, city.  Also surviving are thirty-seven grandchildren and twenty-two great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., today, at the Third Street Freewill Baptist Church, with C. C. Hall, Claude Preston and Scott Castle as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Paintsville Quartet.  Burial was in the Mayo Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JAN. 15, 1964

   
MCKENZIE, Dora
1911-1964
Dora McKenzie, 52, an employee of the Ashland Oil and Refining Company, was killed instantly at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, January 2, when the truck he was driving left Ky. 32 and plunged over an embankment near Isonville.  Mr. McKenzie, who was driving alone, suffered a broken neck and internal injuries in the accident. A native of Johnson County, Mr. McKenzie was born May 15, 1911, a son of Mrs. Loucina Estep McKenzie of Fuget and the late Joe Lee McKenzie.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church and resided at Route 1, Blaine. Survivors include besides his mother, his wife, Mrs. Kesstera Salyers McKenzie; two sons, Franklin McKenzie, Cincinnati, Ohio; George McKenzie, Chicago, Ill.; five daughters, Esther Gay Griffith, Hillard, Ohio; Susie May Skaggs, Londonderry, Ohio; Garnett Mearl, Bonnie Lou and Sharon Kay McKenzie all at home; four brothers, Dolpha McKenzie, Fuget; Willie McKenzie, Elna; Charlie McKenzie, Columbus, Ohio; Ova McKenzie, Martha; a sister, Mrs. Delva Wheeler, Waverly, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Sunday at the Cold Springs United Baptist Church with Lonza Reed, J. T. Bailey, and Melvin Wright as officiating ministers.  Burial was in Paddy Flats Cemetery at Elna. Paintsville Herald Wednesday  January 8, 1964

   
PRESTON, Forest B.
1882-1964
Forest B. Preston, 81, well known Johnson Countian and father of Mayor Ralph B. Preston, died unexpectedly of a heart attack, Friday, January 3, at his home in Hillsboro, Ohio.  A son of the late Lafayett and Melanie Van Hoose Preston, Mr. Preston was born at Thelma January 5, 1882.  He had resided at Hillsboro for the past seventeen years.  Prior to moving to Ohio, Mr. Preston was active in civic affairs in Paintsville and was influential in the development of programs contributing to the city’s advancement and economic expansion.  Mr. Preston served as a member of the City Board of Paintsville and in 1920-21 acted as chairman of the Board, a position similar to the present office of Mayor.  He was one of Eastern Kentucky’s pioneer coal operators and operated the first coaling station for C. & O. engines in Floyd County.  For three years Mr. Preston was employed by the State Highway Department as real estate purchasing agent in this district.  He founded the Big Sandy Dairy, which he operated for approximately twenty-five years.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church at Concord and was affiliated with a number of organizations in the city.  He was a member of Paintsville Lodge No. 381 F. & AM and was a charter member of the Paintsville Rotary Club.  He was also a member of the Hillsboro Rotary Club.  His first marriage was to Alice Leslie, who preceded him in death in 1918.  Surviving children by this marriage include besides Mayor Preston, another son, Thomas J. Preston, Lexington; two daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Jones, Louisville; Mrs. R. L Gorman, Frankfort; eight grandchildren and three great- grandchildren.  He later married the former Grace Rice, who survives.  Also surviving are their son, Joseph J. Preston of Hillsboro, and a grandchild.  Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday in the chapel of the Paintsville Funeral Home with Cully Sparks and O. T. Williams as officiating ministers.  Active pallbearers were Mr. Preston’s grandsons, Member of the Paintsville Rotary club and the Masonic Lodge served as honorary pallbearers.  Burial was in the Lafayette Preston family cemetery Thelma.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 8, 1964

   
SALTERS, Lina (Tackett)
1870-1964
LINA SALTERS DIES JANUARY 1 AT VAN LEAR Mrs. Lina Salters, 94, died at her home at Van Lear, Wednesday, January 1. The daughter of the late Harvie and Mary Ann Bentley Tackett, she was born in Pike County, December 9, 1870. Her husband, Clyde Salters, preceded her in death in 1948. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Dora Calhoun, Van Lear, and Dorthula Fleming, Virginia. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 pm, Thursday at the home with Irvin Castle as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 8, 1964

   
SAMMONS, John
1878-1964
John Sammons, 85, died at his home at Meally 11:20 p.m. Saturday, January 25, after a three weeks illness.  The son of the late Tom and Nancy Music Sammons, he was born at Van Lear Oct 15, 1878.  He had been a life long resident of this county and was a member of the Church of Christ.  His wife, Minnie Price Sammons preceded him in death November 1959.  Survivors included two sons Russell and Cecil Sammons, both of Meally; two daughters, Mrs. Nancy McKenzie and Gladys Webb, both of Meally; two brothers, Tom Sammons, Meally; Martin Sammons, Thelma; two sisters, Minerva Franklin, Concord; Martha Davis, Huntington, WV.  Also surviving are 23 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at the Meally Church of Christ with S. C. Honeycutt and J. H. Short as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Fitch Cemetery at Meally. Paintsville Herald, January 29, 1964.

   
TACKETT, Cynthia (Salyers)
1909-1964
Rites Sunday At Staffordsville Mrs. Cynthia Tackett, 54, resident of Staffordsville, died in a local hospital at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 9, following a six weeks illness. The daughter of the late Zack and Manda Sparks Salyers, she was born in Johnson County July 29, 1909, and had lived at Staffordsville for several years. Surviving are her husband, Sherman Tackett; five sons, Billie Ray and Sherman Tackett, Jr., both of Staffordsville; Giddie and Willis Jones both of Lima, Ohio; Robert Gene Jones, Red Bush; a daughter, Mrs. Lillie Mae Holbrook, Red Bush; two brothers, Tommy Salyers, Kerz; Simmie Salyers, Barnetts Creek.  Also surviving are 16 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Sunday at Old Union Church at Staffordsville with John Pelphrey and Robert Blanton as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.15 1964

    
TACKETT, James Harrison
1888-1964
James Harrison Tackett, 76, resident of Staffordsville, died in a local hospital at 6:20 a.m., Wednesday, January 8, after an illness of several months. The son of the late Mose and Susan Shavers Tackett, he was born in Johnson County, July 27, 1888.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church and a retired school teacher and farmer. His first marriage was to Mint Bayes, who preceded him in death    July 21, 1934. He was later married to the former Sola Dyer, who survives. Other survivors include a son, Glen Tackett, Columbus, Ohio; four daughters, Mrs. Richard Lemaster, Berea; Mrs. James Frazier, Staffordsville; Mrs. Elois Brown, Warsaw, Indiana; Mrs. Clay Watkins, Elizabethtown; two brothers, Paris and Wayne Tackett both of Staffordsville; three sisters, Mrs. Maude McKenzie, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Maymie Dyer, Ashland; Mrs. Shirlie Wilson, Staffordsville.  Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday at the Church of God Mission at Staffordsville with Lonza Reed and Woodrow Frisby as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jan.15 1964

   
TRIMBLE, Wadera Ann
1964
Graveside rites were conducted at Adams at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday for Wadera Ann Ball, infant daughter of John and Doris Trimble of this city, who died Monday in a local hospital. Surviving besides the parents are four sisters, Anita Gail, Derri Lea, Shela Rae and Dena Renee Ball all at home. Also surviving are the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Newton Trimble, and the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Pearlie Ball Roberts. Burial was in the Ball family cemetery at Adams. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 15 1964

    
VANHOOSE, Brownlow
1900-1964
B. Van Hoose, Nippa Resident Dies Saturday Brownlow Van Hoose, 63, retired miner of Nippa, died in a local hospital at 12:06 a.m., Saturday, January 4. The son of the late Scott and Martha Roberts Van Hoose, he was born in this county April 29, 1900, and had bee a lifelong resident of the county.  He was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Gladys Walker Van Hoose; a son, Mitchell Lee Van Hoose, Springfield, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Mae Price, Lexington; Mrs. Carol Bucalo, Arcadia, Calif.; a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Brown, Springfield, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Monday in the chapel of the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with Claude Preston as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Nippa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday  January 8, 1964

   
WEBB, Eva (Auxier)
1886-1964
Mrs. Eva Webb, 72, resident of West Van Lear, died in a local hospital at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 28 following a month's illness. The daughter of the late William Lewis and Louisa Ford Auxier, she was born in this county, January 28, 1886, and had resided in the county most of her life.  She was a member of the West Van Lear Missionary Baptist Church. Her first marriage was to Edward Wharton, who preceded her in death.  Her second marriage was to James "Buddy" Webb, who preceded her in death July 8, 1963. Survivors include three sons, Samuel M. Wharton, Spokane, Washington; W.W. Wharton, Orlando, Florida; E.T. Wharton, Jr., Newark, N.J.; a daughter, Mrs. W.R. Myers, Harrisburg, Pa.; three stepsons, Carl Webb, West Van Lear; Ray Webb, Columbia, S.C.; Foster Webb, Williamson, W. Va. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m., Thursday in the chapel of the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. John G. Sammons as officiating minister.  Burial will be in the Auxier-Hatcher Cemetery at East Point. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-2-1963

    
WELLS, Cora (Blair)
1894-1964
Mrs. Cora B. Wells, 69, died at 5:00 p.m., Monday at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, W. Va. after an illness of several weeks.  She had submitted to surgery in October and her condition gradually worsened.  She was the wife of the late G. C. (Gus) Wells who died in 1955.  The family operated the Wells Shoe Store on Main Street for many years, and Mrs. Wells continued with the business after her husband’s death, spending her time at the store until illness kept her away.  She was born June 18, 1894, a daughter of the late Frank P. and Nancy Adams Blair of this city.  Her father was a well known attorney.  Mrs. Wells was devoted to her family, and was one of Paintsville’s finest women. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church.  Surviving are three children, Frank Wells, Flat Gap; Ed Wells, and a daughter, Mrs. Mary K. Schmitt, both of Paintsville, and five grandchildren.  Also surviving are three sisters, Miss Lydia Blair and Mrs. C. F. Walters both of Paintsville, and Mrs. Carrie Wells of Louisa.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday at the First Baptist Church by the Reverend James E. Wallace.  Burial will be in the Wells Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday January 8, 1964

   
WILLIAMS, Cecil P.
1964
Cecil P. Williams, 57, died Wednesday at 5 P. M.. at his home on Hillsboro Rt. 5. He was a farmer. He was born in Paintsville, Ky., On Oct. 16, 1906, the son of Lewis and Pauline Bailey Williams. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Lyncbburg for 25 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hillsboro. He is survived by his wife, Elsie Williams; one son, C. Paul Williams, Lynchburg Rt. 2; two sisters, Mrs. Delbert French, Flatwoods, Ky., and Mrs. Herbert Holbrook, Lynchburg Rt. 2; three brothers, George, South Shore, Ky. Euclid, Easley, S. C., and John Hillsboro Rt. 5, and four grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday at 1 P. M. at the First Baptist Church of Hillsboro, with the Rev James R. Gallagher officiating and burial following" in Frost Cemetery, South Shore, Ky. Friends may call at Rhoads Funeral Home at 2 P. M. Friday, until 11 A. M. Saturday. Remains will lie in state at the church from 12 noon to 1 P. M. The Press Gazette Jan 10 1964, Hillsboro Ohio Submitted By; Kim Donley

   
WILLIAMS, Corwin
1890-1964
Corwin Williams, 73, retired painter, died at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Hazel Blanton, Thealka, at 6:45 a.m., Saturday, January 11, following an illness of two weeks. A son of the late William A. and Lena Witten Williams, he was born in this county, September 17, 1890, and had lived at Oil Springs most of his life.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church. Survivors include besides his daughter, his widow, Mrs. Edna Caudill Williams; a son, Howard Williams, Dayton, Ohio; another daughter, Mrs. W. J. Cantrell, Oil Springs; two brothers, Charles M. Williams, Dayton, Ky; James B. Williams, Fairborn, Ohio; a sister, Mrs. Steve Fazier, Elna. Also surviving are three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Monday in the chapel of the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with Lonza Reed as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Thealka. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 1-15-1964




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BLANTON, Dock
1892-1964
Dock Blanton, 72, resident of Oil Springs, died of a heart attack in a local hospital at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 4, after an illness of several months. A native of Magoffin County, he was born December 30, 1892, a son of the late Leonard and Susan McCarty Blanton. A retired C. & O. Railway employee, he had live at Oil Sprigs for twenty-two years and was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and the Railroad Brotherhood. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Verna Crace Blanton; four sons, James Edward Blanton, Lansing, Michigan; Hershel Blanton, Staffordsville; Wendell and Robert Lee Blanton both of Oil Springs; a daughter, Mrs. Raymond Horne, Staffordsville; two brothers, Wayne Blanton, Doyle; Willie Blanton, Salyersville; two sisters, Mrs. Lula Conley, Oil Springs; Mrs. Sallie Conley, Salyersville. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p m., Friday at the Staffordsvile Freewill Baptist Church with Scott Castle and Junior Frazier as officiating ministers. Music was by the Staffordsville Quartet. Burial in the Staffordsville Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12 1964

   
BURTON, Rachel (Gibson)
1889-1964
Rachel Burton, Thealka Woman, Dies Saturday Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., for Mrs. Rachel Kathern Gibson Burton, 74, well known Thealka resident, who died at her home at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 1, after a week’s illness. A daughter of the late Hansford and Amanda Ellen Gibson, she was born in Lawrence County June 18, 1889.  She was member of the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church. Mrs. Burton served as magistrate of District No. 1, following her appointment to fill out the unexpired term of her husband, J. Foster Burton, who died while in office. Survivors include five sons, John Burton and Clifford “Bo” Burton both of Thealka; James F. Burton, Hamilton, Ohio; Lawrence Burton, Meally; Herbert Burton, Hager Hill; four daughters, Mrs. Mitchell E. Daniel, Thealka; Mrs. Sam Auxier, Paintsville; Mrs. Arnold Young, Thealka; Mrs. Worth Goble, West Van Lear; three brothers, Ferret Gibson, West Jefferson, Ohio; Proctor Gibson, London, Ohio; Robert Gibson, London, Ohio, a sister, Mrs. Lonza Whitt, Martha.  Also surviving are 28 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church with Revs. C.C. Hall, Don Fraley and Millard Van Hoose as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Thealka Quartet.  Grandsons acted as pallbearers. Burial was in the Wells-Buckingham Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY February 5, 1964

   
CASTLE, Mimi (Stambaugh)
1892-1964
Mrs. Mima Castle, 61, resident of Tutor Key, died in a local hospital at 8:15 a.m., Thursday, February 27, after an illness of three days. A lifelong resident of the county, she was born July 22, 1892, a daughter of the late R. H. and Viola Belcher Stambaugh. She was married March 10, 1923, to Dick Castle, who survives. Survivors also include seven sons, Bascom Willard, Bobby Gene, James Hershel, William and Bert Wellman Castle all of Tutor Key; Paul Richard Castle, Wharton, W. Va.; Clarence Ray Castle of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Julia Daniels and Mrs. Ellen Page both of Thealka; two brothers, Virgil Stambaugh, Marion, Ohio; John Stambaugh, Cincinnati, Ohio.  Also surviving are six grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Sunday at the Toms Creek United Baptist Church with Don Fraley; C. J. Sparks and Claude Preston as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 4, 1964

   
COLLINS, William
1964
William Collins, 87, resident of Johns Creek, died at a local hospital at  7 a.m., Thursday, February 20, after an extended illness.  A native of Johnson County, and the son of the late Jim Roe and Mary Adkins Collins, he had lived at Johns Creek all of his life.  He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nora Keen Collins; two foster sons, Melvin Hall, Auxier and David Larry King, Van Lear; a daughter Peggy Ellen Hall, Auxier; and two sisters, Cynthia Hill and Sara Colli ns, Van Lear.  Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the Philadelphia Church of Christ with Reverend S. C. Honeycutt as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Van Lear.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-26-64.

   
EVANS, Leonard H.
1884-1964
Leonard H. (Judge) Evans, 80, of 919 Blackburn Ave., Ashland, was dead on arrival at King's Daughters' Hospital at 8 p.m. Thursday.  He had been ill five years. He was a brother of Oscar Evans of this city. Mr. Evans was born Jan. 25, 1884, in Gallia County, O., a son of the late Rev. William R. and Margaret Edwards Evans.  He was a retired employee of the Ashland Oil & Refining Co., and a member of the Second Methodist Church. Other survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sarah Blair Evans; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Katherine Frye of Moorfield, W. Va., and Mrs. Frances Beldon of Huntington; three sisters, Mrs. Ellen Evans and Mrs. Edith Bright, both of Columbus, and Mrs. Ida Watson of Mansfield, O.  Also surviving are seven grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m., Saturday at the Miller Funeral Home by the Rev. William E. Garriott and the Rev. Robert Hart.  Burial was in the Rose Hill Burial Park. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-12-1964

   
FAIRCHILD, Letha (Collins)
1900-1964
Mrs. Letha Fairchild, 63, died Saturday afternoon, February 29, in a fire that destroyed her home at Riceville. Mrs. Fairchild, an invalid for several years and confined to a wheelchair, was alone in the house at the time, as her husband, Elbert Fairchild, had gone to the store. Cause of the blaze was not determined. The daughter of Polk and Susan Baldwin Collins, she was born October 13, 1900, in this county and had resided at Riceville most of her life. Surviving besides her husband are a son, Oakland Fairchild, Silver Lake, Ind.; a daughter, Mrs. Maxie Harmon, Bluffton, Ohio; a sister, Mrs. Albert Spradlin, Bonanza; a brother Curtis Collins, Portsmouth, Ohio.  Also surviving are seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside rites were conducted at the family cemetery at 2:00 p.m., Monday and interment was in a Louisa cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY March 4, 1964

   
FANNIN, Ernest
1922-1964
Ernest Fannin, 41, resident of Thelma, died Friday morning, February 7, in a local hospital following a brief illness. The son of the late William and Mary Essa Butcher Fannin, he was born in this county December 17, 1922 and had been a lifelong resident of the county. He was employed as a clerk for the C & O Railway Company and a member of Paintsville Lodge No. 381 F & AM. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Elouise Scalf Fannin; a son, Daniel Ray Fannin, at home; a daughter, Anna Margaret Fannin, at home; a sister, Mrs. Neva Lee Fields, Beauty. Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 p.m., Sunday at Old Friendship Church at Williamsport with Nim Sturgill and O. I. Williams as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Butcher Cemetery at Williamsport. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12 1964

   
FLETCHER, Wince
1897-1964
WINCE FLETCHER DIES TUESDAY OF A HEART ATTACK Wince “Peanut” Fletcher, 66, resident of Lowmansville, died at a local hospital Tuesday, February 4, of a heart attack after an illness of four days.  The son of Pat and Martha Jane Castle Fletcher, he was born at Nippa, February 24, 1897 and had lived at Lowmansville for 84 years.  He is survived by a brother, Grant Fletcher, also of Lowmansville.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday February 2, 1964.

   
GAMBILL, Howard
1964
Howard Gambill Dies Feb. 11 In Chillicothe Howard D. Gambill, 37, died Tuesday, February 11, at 4:30 a.m. in Veterans  Adminstration Hospital, Chillicothe, Ohio, following a long illness. He was the grandson of the late John C. Gambill.  A navy veteran of World  War II, Mr. Gambill made his home with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry  Gambill, Lancaster, Ohio. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Don Petty, Mrs. Oliver Watters,  Lancaster; four brothers, Wallace, Robert, John, Lancaster, Don,  Chillicothe, grandfather, Davis Meek, Marion, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted, Saturday 1:30 p.m., at the Frank E. Smith  Funeral Home.  Military rites by American Legion.  Reverend Donald L.  Seymour was officiating minister.  Burial took place in the Mable Grove  Cemetery, Lancaster, Ohio. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12, 1964

   
GEORGE, Lonnie
1889-1964
Lonnie George, 75, died at his home at East Point Sunday of a gunshot wound. The son of the late Alex and Julia Bowling George, he was born in Floyd  County January 9, 1889.  He had lived at East Point most of his life, where  he was a farmer. His wife, Mary Stevens George, preceded him in death June 30, 1945. Survivors include three sons, Alex and Herman George both of East Point;  Jackie George, Findlay, Ohio; seven daughters, Beatrice Dunnigan, East  Point; Opal Miller, Columbus, Ohio; Oakie Payne, Spangle, Washington; Emma  Jean Wilson, Auxier; Eva Butler and Nina Lily both of Findlay, Ohio; Maggie  Akers, Pataskala, Ohio; a brother, John George, East Point; a sister, Mrs.  Bessie Nelson, West Van Lear.  Also surviving are twenty-three grandchildren  and thirteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., today at the East Point  Church of Christ with the Rev. S. C. Honeycutt as officiating minister.  Burial was in the George family cemetery at Bayes Branch. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 5, 1964

   
GRIFFITH, Nannie (Hayes)
1880-1964
Mrs. Nannie Griffith, 83, well known resident of this city, died Sunday, February 16, in a Huntington hospital after an illness of seven weeks. A native of Lawrence County, she was born June 29, 1880, a daughter of the late Arch and Louise Preston Hayes. Mrs. Griffith, former proprietess of the Old Kentucky Home in this city, had been making her home with a son, Ray "Tuffy" Griffith, Huntington, West Virginia, for a short time. She was a member of the Mouth of Rush Freewill Baptist Church. Her husband, Flam Griffith, preceded her in death April 6, 1945. Survivors include another son, Ernest Griffith, Port Angeles, Washington; one daughter, Mrs. Guthrie Matlock, Delware, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Byron Vanhoose, city; Mrs. Emma Dixon and Mrs. Walter B. Ward both of Ashland; a brother, G. B. Hayes, Catlettsburg. Also surviving were twelve grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted in the chapel of the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with Reverends  Charles Saunders and F. S. Vanhoose as officiating ministers. Music was by Toms Creek Singers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 12 1964

   
JOHNSON, Anna (Bevins)
1871-1964
Mrs. Anna Bevins Johnson,, 93, resident of Ashland, died at an Ashland hospital at 3:30 am, Tuesday, February 18, after a brief illness. A native of Pike County, she was born February 26, 1871, a daughter of the late James and Susan Walker Bevins.  She had lived at Ashland for seven years, and was a member of the First Methodist Church of his city. Her husband Levi Johnson preceded her in death, October 2, 1905.  Surviving are two sons, W. H. Johnson, Virgie; C. A. Johnson, Elkhorn City; three daughters, Mrs. Verdi Witten and Mrs. R. Y. Taylor, both of Ashland, Mrs. E. D. Ireson, Detroit, Michigan. Funeral services will e conducted at 1:00 pm, Thursday in the Chapel of the Jones Preston Funeral Home with Reverend Robert Hart as officiating minister.  Burial will be in the Johnson Cemetery, at Thelma. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 19, 1964

   
KELSEY, Paul Francis
1927-1964
Paul Francis Kelsey, 36, resident of Lynn Massachusetts, died at Lynn Hospital at 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 11 after an illness of ten days.  A native of Oil Springs, he was born March 20, 1927, a son of Mrs. Audrey Kelsey Lemaster, Oil Springs and the late Arthur Kelsey.  He had served ten years in the Navy, and was employed by the Benz Kid Leather Co.  surviving are two brothers, Charles Kelsey, and Robert Kelsey, Oil Springs; three sisters, Bonetta Joe Prater, Shelby, Ohio; Mary Lee Schultz, Washington, D.C.; and Jane Salyer, Shelby, Ohio.  Funeral Services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Friday at the Caudill Fork Church with Lonza Reed and Tommie Bailey as officiating ministers.  Burial was in Price Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-19-1964

   
PACE, Sally (Vaughn)
1964
Death Claims Mrs. Sally Pace Mrs. Sally Pace, a member of a prominent Eastern Kentucky family, and former resident of Painstville, died in Wenatchee, Washington on February 25.  She had been living in Wenatchee for the past several years where she made her home with her son Martin Allen Pace. Mrs. Pace was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Allen Vaughn.  She was married in 1920 to Clifford Pace, a Painstville attorney, who preceded her in death. She became a member of the First Methodist Church here in early life, and was a Past Matron of the local chapter Order of Eastern Star. Mrs. Pace was well known for her generosity and many kindnesses to the unfortunate of her community. She is survived by her son and four grandchildren, also one brother, Carl Martin of this city and many friends adn relatives in this section. Interment was in a cemetery in Wenatchee, Washington. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAR. 4, 1964

   
PATRICK, Pearl
1898-1964
Pearl Patrick, Retired Miner, Dies Sunday Pearl Patrick, 66, retired miner of this city, died at this home on Horse Mill Branch at 7 p.m., Sunday, February 16, after an illness of one month. A native of Morgan County, ,he was born January 12, 1898, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Clay Patrick.  He had lived in Paintsville for several years. Surviving are three sons, Robert, Chester and Clay Edward Patrick, all of Ohio, and a brother, Boyd Patrick, Paintsville. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 a.m., today in the Chapel of Jones-Preston Funeral with Scott Castle as officiating minister.  Burial in the Fairchild Cemetery, Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEB. 19, 1964

   
RIVERS, Earl
1900-1964
Earl Rivers, 63, died of a heart attack at his home at West Van Lear, at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 25.  Mr. Rivers was born in Johnson County December 18, 1900, and had been a resident of the county most of his life.  He was the son of the late John and Oma Gibbs Rivers.  He was employed as a clerk in Pinky’s Store, Second Street, and had worked during the day the fatal seizure occurred.  Surviving include a daughter, Miss Reita Rivers, Atlanta, Ga.; three sisters, Mrs. Jerry Spears, West Van Lear; Mrs. Rhoda Brickley, Prestonsburg; Mrs. Doshia Tackett, Mt. Sterling. Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 p.m., Friday in the chapel of the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with Scott Castle and John Hale as officiating ministers. Active pallbearers were David S. Jones, William Short, Frank Spears, Ray Preston, Paul Preston, Paul Marsh, Dennis Blair, Wallace Adams, Leroy Grim and Crate Spears. Burial was in the Wells-Buckingham Cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 4, 1964

   
VANHOOSE, Mitchell
1912-1964
Rev. Mitchell Van Hoose, 51, resident of Ashley, Ohio, died unexpectedly at 8:00 p.m., saturday, February 8, the victim of a sudden heart attack.  The fatal seizure occurred in the pulpit of the Louis Center Church where he was delivering a sermon. The son of the late James and Ida Bush Van Hoose, he was born in this county July 24, 1912, and lived in Ashley for the past eight years.  He was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and was employed as a construction worker. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ada Van Hoose; three sons, Ronnie M. Van Hoose, Gary W. Van Hoose and Rickey Van Hoose all of Ashley, Ohio; four daughters, Mrs. Quenton Castle, Mechanicsburt, Ohio; Mrs. Paul Franklin, Rosella Fay Van Hoose, and Joan Gayle Van Hoose all of Ashley; five brothers, Bert Van Hoose, Glendale, Calif.; Hubert Van Hoose, Louisville; Richard Van Hoose, Tutor Key; Elroe Van Hoose, Nippa; Oscar Van Hoose, Lowmansville; two sisters, Mrs. Bascom Daniel and Mrs. Virgil Ward both of Tutor Key. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., today at the home of his brother-in- law, Edgar Van Hoose, Tutor Key, with Virgil Daniel and Don Fraley as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday February 12, 1964

   
WAMPLER, William E.
1877-1964
William E. Wampler, former resident of this city, died at his home in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, February 29.  He was the father of Mrs. Howard Patrick of this city. Mr. Wampler was born at Big Stone Gap, Virginia, October 6, 1877, a son of the late A. F. and Elizabeth Gilley Wampler.  He and his family resided in this city from 1932 to 1945. Surviving besides his daughter, Mrs. Patrick, are his widow, Mrs. Margaret Turner Wampler; three other daughters, Mrs. Blair Helbert, Mrs. George Fisher and Mrs. Emory Dotson all of Charlotte; three sons, Eugene Wampler, Raleigh, N.C.; Frank and John Wampler, Charlotte, N.C.; a sister, Mrs. Etta Shippe, Kingsport, Tenn.  Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at McEwen West Chapel in Charlotte with the Rev. E. N. Clower and Dr. W. M. Walsh officiating. Burial was in Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Patrick and their daughters, Mrs. Carl Martin Wynn of Jeffersonville, Ind., and Mrs. Larry Van Hoose of Lexington attended the funeral. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 3-11-1964

   
WARD, G. Mack
1897-1964
Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., today at the First Baptist Church for G. Mack Ward, 66, prominent businessman and well-known Democratic leader in this city. Mr. Ward died at 4:30 a.m., Sunday, February 10, in King's Daughters' Hospital, Ashland, where he had been a patient for the past five weeks.  He had been in ill health for several years. A son of the late Asbury and Sarah Belle Price Ward, he was born at Thelma, March 16, 1897, and had lived in this city for the past thirty-five years. An influential member of the Democratic party, he was active and interested in civic affairs and served as Magistrate of District No. 1.  He was widely known throughout the county through his activities as a real estate broker and at the time of his death was connected with the First Federal Savings and Loan Association of this city in the capacity of realtor and appraiser. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ethel Boyd Ward, whom he married December 31,1919 at Thelma; a son, Bill Ward of this city; a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Ann Akers, Fort Thomas; five sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Meade, Mrs. Ella Johnson, Mrs. Sally Daniel all of Thelma; Mrs. Hettie Daniels, Auxier; Mrs. Exer Holbrook, Williamsport. Services were conducted by the Rev. James E. Wallace, pastor of the church. Active pallbearers were Elwood Mullins, Fred Frazier, P.J. Meade, John K. Wells, Edd Redd, Charles Music and Mack Daniels. Honorary pallbearers were R.C. Lyon, Russell Hager, W.H. Cox, D.H. Dorton, Sr., Byrd Cox, W.L. Webb, Mort Mullins, R.B. Preston, Ernest Meek, Walter Meek, Jim Pelphrey and George Butcher. Burial was in the Gambill Cemetery at Thelma. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-12-1964

  
WILLIAMS, Malta (Stambaugh)
1886-1964
Mrs. Malta Williams, 77, well known resident of the county, died at her home at West Van Lear at noon Friday, February 21, following an extended illness. A lifelong resident of the county, she was born at Stambaugh April 3, 1886, a daughter of the late Troy and Mary Witten Stambaugh. She became a member of the First Christian Church at an early age and her daily life exemplified her devotion to its principles.  Endowed with a gracious personality characterized by a warm friendlyness, she was held in affectionate regard and high esteem by her many friends throughout the county. She served for four years as jailer of Johnson County, filling out the unexpired term of her husband, D. Powell Williams, who died March 4, 1942, shortly after being elected to the office. Besides her huband she was preceded in death by two brothers, George W. Stambaugh, East Point; and Dr. Harry G. Stambaugh of Ashland. Survivors include a son, Powell Williams, Jr., Jacksonville, Florida; three daughters, Nina Williams and Minnie Stricklin both of West Van Lear; Mrs. Clarence Sherman, St. Petersburg, Florida; four brothers, Morgan Stambaugh, Stambaugh; C. H. Stambaugh, City; James C. Stambaugh, Jenkins; Frank Stambaugh, Covington; three sisters, Mrs. Lula Akers, Lima, Ohio; Mrs. Ann Burchett, Stambaugh; Mrs. Minnie Burchett, Jenkins.  Also surviving are five grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday at the First Christian Church with the Revs. Charles Saunders and S. C. Honeycutt officiating. Active pallbearers were William Stapleton, Frank Patrick, Clarence Cooper, Jess Songer, Oliver Roberts, Charlet T. Melvin, Jack Castle and Clyde Blevins. Burial was in the Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville, Paintsville Herald Wednesday 2-26-1964

  
WOODS, Basil
1894-1964
Basil Woods, 69, died Friday, February 7, at the home of his sister, Mrs. Ollie Brown, Third Street, after an illness of six months. A lifelong resident of Johnson County, he was born April 27, 1894, a son of the late Samuel and Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Woods. Survivors include, besides his sister, his widow, Mrs. Flossie Bayes Woods; a son, James Woods, Columbus, Ohio; four grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 2:00 p.m., at the home of Mrs. Brown, with Rev. James Wallace and Rev. Bill Davidson as officiating ministers. Pallbearers were Leroy Woods, Ted Hall, Dick Marsh, Robert Woods, Samuel Woods, Jasper Woods, Homer Hall, Bert Rivers, Charles Woods and Lewis Owens. Burial was in the Brown Cemetery in this city. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY FEB. 12, 1964



MARCH - 1964

  

 
BEATTY, Virgie (Sanders)
1887-1964
VIRGIE BEATTY, LOCAL RESIDENT, DIES THURSDAY Mrs. Virgie Sanders Beatty, 77, beloved resident of this city, died of cancer at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. E. Tyler, Walnut Avenue, at 9:35 am, Thursday, March 19, after an illness of several months. Mrs. Beatty was born in Hart County, February 28, 1887, a daughter of the late Charles W. and Elvira Pickrell Sanders.  A former resident of Jeffersonville, Indiana, she had made her home in this city for fifteen years, where her compassionate nature and heart-warming friendliness had endeared her to all who knew her. Mrs. Beatty had been a lifelong member of the Methodist Church and was a member of the Mayo Memorial Methodist Church of this city.  She was a member of the Bright Star Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Her husband, Joseph Marion Beatty, preceded her in death February 17, 1946. Survivors include besides Mrs. Tyler, another daughter, Mrs. Earl Shew, Douglas, Arizona; Two sons, James E. Beatty, Signal Mountain, Tenn.;  Vernon L. Beatty, Louisville; a sister, Mrs. C. W. Adams, Louisville; two brothers, the Rev. W. H. Sanders, Louisville; the Rev. F. E. Sanders, Miami, Florida.  Also surviving are six grandchildren. Services were conducted in the chapel of the Preston Funeral home Saturday with the Rev. David C. Ross, pastor of Mayo Church as officiating minister. Active pallbearers were Mitchell Preston, Tollie Meade, James W. Adams, Berlin Griffith, Walter Meek, Edd Redd, and Deward Kazee.  Honorary pallbearers were Dr. A. B. Carter, Dr. E. G. Skaggs, Walter Spradlin, Ellis Whitt, Robert M. Conley, Leroy Slone, and John L. Spears. Interment was in the Walnut Ridge Cemetery at Jeffersonville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 25, 1964

   
CASTLE, Clara (Ward)
1889-1964
Mrs. Clara Castle, 74, resident of Boons Camp, died in a local hospital at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, of heart attack after an illness of a month. A lifelong resident of Boons Camp, she was born April 12, 1889, a daughter of Milt and Mary Jane Pack Ward.  She was a member of the United Baptist Church. Her husband, Isaac Castle, preceded her in death November 29, 1961. Survivors include four daughters, Mrs. Semia Crum and Mrs. Ollie Crum both of Boons Camp; Mrs. Julia Perkey, Wabash, Ind., Mrs. Elsie Stewart, Dayton, Ohio; two brothers, Milt Ward, Zanesville, Ohio; Walt Ward of this city; a sister, Sarah Baldridge, Williamsport.  Also surviving are 13 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday in the chapel of the Preston Funeral Home with Nim Sturgill and John Crum officiating.  Burial was in the Crum Cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 18, 1964

   
CONLEY, Cora (Jackson)
1879-1964
Rites To Be Held Friday Mrs. Cora Conley, 84, resident of this city died at 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, after an illness of two weeks. A lifelong resident of Paintsville, she was born December 21, 1879, a daughter of the late William and Mary Salyers Jackson.  She was affiliated with the United Baptist Church. Her husband, George B. Conley, preceded her in death December 7, 1934. Survivors include two sons, Bruce Conley, Prestonsburg; and Don M. Conley, Jackson, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Susie Salyers, City; and one brother, Miltie Jackson, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Friday in the chapel of Jones- Preston Funeral Home with F. F. Rigsby and O. I. Williams officiating.  Burial will be in the Conley- Blanton Cemetery at Wheelersburg. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 3-25-64

   
DANIELS, Cyrus
1891-1964
Cyrus “Peanut” Daniels, 72, farmer and miner of Offutt, died in a local hospital at 11:30 a.m., Friday, March 20, of a stroke, after an illness of two years. A resident of Offutt for forty-two years, he was born at White House May 19, 1891, a son of Wayne and Mirareh Castle Daniels.  He was affiliated with the United Baptist Church. Survivors include one daughter, Venice Steel, Premier, West Virginia; one brother, Elmer L. Daniels, Offutt; and a half sister, Mrs. Fannie Clark, Ashland. Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, at the home of his brother, with William Tackett and Don Fraley as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Ward Cemetery at Offutt. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 25, 1964

    
EVANS, Maybel
1879-1964
Mrs. Maybel Elliott Evans, 84, prominent Paintsville resident, died in a local hospital at 9:20 a.m., Saturday, March 28, after an illness of two weeks. Mrs. Evans was born at Willard in Carter County, May 9, 1879; a daughter of the late William George and Willie Hamilton Elliott Peay.  She had made her home in this city for the past fifty-one years. She was educated at Willard Normal School, the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Eastern State College, Richmond, and National Kindergarten College, which is now National College of Education, Evanston, Illinois. She begun her teaching career early in life in the Carter County Schools, later coming to Paintsville as a primary teacher in the city schools.  In this city she met Everett James Evans to whom she was married June 21, 1913.  He preceded her in death September 24, 1951. Mrs. Evans was always deeply interested in the welfare of the people of her home city and had been an active leader and worker in it's church, civic, and educational affairs.  She had been a devoted member of the Christian Church since girlhood. Mrs. Evans was most widely known in the community for her service with the Johnson County Chapter of the American Red Cross.  She served as chairman from the time the charter was granted during World War I until her health prevented further activity in this field.  She always had a receptive ear for people in distress and an unfailing loyalty to the duties and objectives of this humanitarian organization. She was equally interested in the exploration and development of the coal, oil and gas industries in Eastern Kentucky in which her husband was one of the outstanding developers and operators. Beautiful flowers and the wonders of nature meant alot to Mrs. Evans, and she possessed a great faith in God and the goodness of people. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Kyon Peay Gee of Willard. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Mayo Memorial Methodist Church with Rev. John Mostoller and the Rev. Charles Perry officiating. Active pallbearers were Clarence Cooper, Harry La Viers, Jr., Philip Jenkins, Jess Songer, J.T. Newman, John E. Cooper, W.B. Hazelrigg, Dr. Robert M. Wilhite, Jr., Lloyd Collins, Gabe Tackacs, Quenten Burchwell and William Albin. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. Paul B. Hall, Dr. Lon C. Hall, Harry La Viers, Sr., G.H. Rice, Dr. G.M. Stafford, Everett English. Russell Meade, D.H. Dorton, Sr., W.B. Bailey, Dan Wheeler, C.C. Williams, J.E. Radcliffe, Dr. James W. Archer, O.O. Roberts, R.C. Lyons, Rev. Robert Hart, Russell Hager and Gordon Kirtley. Burial was in the Vincent Cemetery at Hitchins. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4-01-1964

   
GAMBILL, Robert
1933-1964
Robert Gambill, 30, resident of Flat Gap, died in a local hospital at 8:00  a.m., Saturday, March 7, after an illness of five years. The son of Kennel and Rosa Smith Gambill, he was born at Ophir August 25,  1933, and had resided at Flat Gap for the past twenty-five years.  He was a  member of the Baptist Church. He is also survived by his widow, Mrs. Lillian Caudill Gambill, whom he  married August 15, 1959, at Flat Gap; a daughter Jo Ann, at home; two  brothers, John and Tommy Gambill, Flat Gap; two sisters, Myrtle Gambill,  Flat Gap; Lillie Mae Conley, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Monday at the New Regular  Baptist Church at Flat Gap with Harold M. Salyer, Lonza Reed, Larry O'Bryan  and Henry Tivis Hamilton as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Jayne  Cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MARCH 11, 1964

   
GILLISPIE, James P.
1907-1964
James P. Gillispie, 56, better known as “Buck” , died Tuesday morning, March 3, in the Good Smaritian Hospital in Lexington after an illness of four months. A native of Johnson County, he was born June 3 1907, a son of Mrs. Ann Bailey Gillispie Robinson and the late Earl Gillispie.  A former resident of Meally, he was living in this city, at the time of his death, and was an employee of the State Department of Highways.  He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Shirley W. Gillispie of this city. Also surviving are seven children by a previous marriage; three sons, James Paul Gillispie, Fairborn, OH; Palmer Gillispie, U. S. Navy; Roger Allen Gillispie, Lexington; four daughters, Betty Jean Green, Holden, WV; Elleen Davis, Wyoming, WV; Donna Rose Adams, Ashland; Joyce Adamson, Fairborn, OH.  He is survived by his brother, Earl Herman Gillispie of this city; four sisters, Mrs. Emma Dameron, Cattlesburg; Mrs. Beatrice Arnett, Fairborn, OH; Mrs. Susie Daniel of this city; Mrs. Eva Vaughn, Ashland.  Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the First Baptist Church with J. H. Short as the officiating minister.  Burial will be in the Richmond Cemetery.  Paintsville Herald, March 4, 1964

   
GRIFFITH, Elizabeth (DeBord)
1881-1964
Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith, 82, resident of Lowmansville, died in Louisa General Hospital at 1:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 4, following a week's illness. The daughter of the late John and Vandelia Debord, she was born in Lawrence County November 11, 1881, and had been a lifelong resident of the Lowmansville community. She was a member of the First Church of God. Her husband, William Marion Griffith, preceded her in death in 1961. Survivors include two brothers, Rev. Griffith, Lowmansville; Rev. Paul Griffith, Columbus, Ohio; a sister Mrs. Florence Rose, Cedarville, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday at the Lowmansville First Church of God with Green Allen, Russell Ramey and Thomas Reynolds as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY MARCH 11 1964

   
HILL, Charlie Lee
1892-1964
Charlie Lee Hill, 72, well known merchant and farmer of Relief, died suddenly of a heart attack at his home at approximately 6:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 17.  He had been ill of a heart condition for some time. Born January 21, 1892, at Relief, he was the son of the late John Wallace and Nancy Ellen Ferguson Hill.  He was the youngest of a family of nine children, seven girls and two boys, all of whom preceded him in death.  His father was married a second time and three sons survive by this marriage. At an early age he became a member of the Enterprise Baptist Church.  A successful farmer and merchant, he was widely known throughout the area and was well liked and respected by his many friends.  He possessed a keen sense of humor and a cheerful personality which reflected his good will towards his fellow man. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Maude M. Williams Hill, whom he married January 6, 1910; four daughters, Mrs. Shelby E. Williams, of this city; Mrs. Doris Oldfield, Mize; Audrey Fern Kelly and Lena Salyers, both of Dayton, Ohio; three sons, Denzil Hill, West Liberty; Edison C. Hill and Emerson E. Hill, both of Relief; three brothers, Estill Hill, West Liberty; Lloyd Hill, Keaton; and Roy Hill, London, Ohio. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, at the Paint Valley Baptist Church at Relief.  Interment was in Brown Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 3-25-1964

   
MUSIC, Laura Belle (Lackey)
1902-1964
Mrs.Laura Belle Music,62,resident of Boons Camp,died in a local hospital at 7:55 Saturday,March 14,after an illnessof sixteen months. A daughter of Bill and Ida Ward Lackey,she was born at Odds Febuary 14,1902.She had resided at Boons Camp for thirty years and was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was married March 2,1925 at Boons Camp to Newt Music,who survives.Other survivors include a son John B.Music,Boons Camp;two brothers Hansford Lackey,Melvin,Edgar Lackey,Wasbash,Ind.;three sisters,Minnie Branham,Halo;Lemma Hughes,Duty,W.Va.;Amma Porter,Logan,W.Va. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m.,Monday at the Boons Camp Free Will Baptist Church with Cline Salyers as officiating minister.Burial was in the family cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Hearld Wednesday March 18,1964

   
REED, Lennie
1889-1964
Lennie Read, 75, died at her home at Volga at 11:55 p.m., Saturday, March 14, following an illness of six days.  A daughter of William and Rebecca Colvin Reed, she was born at Manila February 27, 1889.  She is survived by a brother, John Reed, Volga; two sisters, Mrs. Ellen McCarty and Mrs. Moncia Blair both of Barnetts Creek. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday at the Fish Trap United Baptist Church with Lonza Reed and Arnold Reed as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday March 18, 1964

   
SKAGGS, Everett
1964
Everett Skaggs, 62, pipe fitter of Red Bush, died at his home at 4:00 a.m., Thursday, March 26. A lifelong resident of Red Bush, he was the son of Daniel and Rosa Medley Skaggs. He was affiliated with the Enterprise Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Lexie Skaggs; one son, Golden Skaggs, Ashland; one sister, Mrs. Goldia Rowland, Paintsville.  Also surviving are two granddaughters. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Sunday at the Red Bush Enterprise Baptist Church with Willard Bailey, Homer Evans and Ellis Hamilton as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Sunshine singers.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Red Bush. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 1, 1964

   
VANHOOSE, Albert
1890-1964
Albert Van Hoose, 73, miner of Thealka, died at his home at 9:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 25. Born June 22, 1890, he was the son of Life and Tilda Castle Van Hoose.  He was affiliated with the Freewill Baptist Church. His first marriage was to the former Christine Howard, who preceded him in death in 1955. Survivors include his widow, Mrs. Minnie Castle Van Hoose; five sons, Holly, James Arville and Edgar Van Hoose all of Tutor Key; Clyde Van Hoose, Columbus, Ohio, Ralph Van Hoose, Dayton, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Olga Preston, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Addie Van Hoose, Ashville, Ohio; Mrs. Tilda Ann Adams, Wharton, W. Va.; four brothers, Millard and Fred Van Hoose, both of this city; Earl and Archie Van Hoose, both of Thealka; one sister, Mrs. Nellie Taylor, Patrick, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Saturday at the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church with Don Fraley, Charles Stapleton, Millard Van Hoose and Claude Preston as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Tom's Creek Quartet.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 1, 1964

   
WARD, Ira
1891-1964
Ira Ward, 73, retired miner of Van Lear, died in the UMWA Hospital in Pikeville at 4:15 p.m., Thursday, March 26, after a three months illness. The son of Lewis and Judy Meadows Ward, he was born at Davisport, January 19, 1891, and had been a resident of Van Lear for several years. His wife, Clarinda Bolin Ward, preceded him in death April 18, 1962. Surviving are two sons, Arnold Ward, Lodi, N.Y.; Ronnie Ward, Raven, Va.; five daughters, Judy Franklin, Cumberland; Mary Brown, Van Lear; Alta White, Clifton W. Va.; Elva White, Ben, W. Va.; Gussie Blair, Maplewood, W. Va.; four sisters, Mrs. Arzie Boyd, Clothier, W. Va.; Mrs. Exer Mills, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Jeanette Meek, Boons Camp; Mrs. Lou Cinda Ray, Coqueille, Oregon. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a. m., Sunday at the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church with Cully Sparks and Elzia Banks as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Richmond Cemetery on Johns Creek. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4-1-1964

   
YOUNG, Ben H.
1890-1964
Ben H. Young, 73, resident of Offutt, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wince Walters, Williamsport, at 2:50 am, Thursday, March 26, after an illness of three weeks.  A resident of Offutt for 38 years he was born at Ulysses, October 22, 1890, a son of John and Matildia Pack Young. His  wife, Mollie Cordial Young, preceded him in death on October 4, 1936. Surviving are three sons, Columbus and Walter Young, Flint, Michigan; Hershel Young, Offutt; three daughters, Mrs. Pearl Walters, Williamsport; Mrs. Daisy Pruitt, Flint, Michigan; Mrs. Dorothy Brown, Springfield, Ohio; one brother, Maywood Young, Deboard.  Also surviving are 16 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 am, Saturday at the Old Friendship United Baptist Church, Williamsport, with Cully Sparks and Nim Sturgill as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Offutt. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 1, 1964



APRIL - 1964
   
  
BAYES, Charlie
1964
Charlie Bayes, 77, retired farmer passed away April 24, at 3:00 p.m. after a brief illness following a heart attack. Mr. Hayes, born in Johnson County, the son of Jim Jack and Katherine Fairchild Bayes, was a resident of Oil Springs throughout his life time. Besides his wife, Charlotte (Vencil) Bayes, Mr. Bayes is survived by four sons, Ted Bayes of Staffordsville, Herschell Bayes of Wittensville, Wendell Bayes of Oil Springs, and Herald Bayes of Gratis, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Geneva Williams, four sisters, Mrs. Mintie Long, Fairborn, Ohio; Mrs. Dewey Conley, Derby, Ohio; Mrs. Sina Fairchild, Oil Springs; and Mrs. Julie Salyer, Flat Gap; four brothers, Mark Bayes, Paintsville, Prentis Bayes, Oil Springs; Dard Bayes, Mt. Sterline, Ohio; Moody Bayes, Catlettsburg, Kentucky; and John Bayes, Derbyville, Ohio. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 26, at 11:00 a.m., in the Chapel of the Paintsville Funeral Home, with Reverend Bruce Daniels officiating.  Internment was in the family cemetery, Oil Springs. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY April 27, 1964

    
BLAIR, Bob
1964
Bob Blair, 55, died his home in Williamsport, Ohio, at 2:30 am, Sunday, April 28. He was the son of Frank and Anna Pickle Blair. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Daisy O’Bryan Blair; four daughters, Mrs. Floyd Williams, Jr. Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Ochel Burchett, Stambaugh; Audrey and Lorraine both at home; five sons, Bobby Joe, Mt. Sterling; Millard Frank, Flem Wiley, Buddy Eugene and William Hobart Blair all at home four sisters, Mrs. Dessie Blair, Wheelersburg, Ohio; Mrs. Margaret Blair, Barnetts Creek; Mrs. Bertha Pickle, Findley, Ohio; Mrs. Delphia Harman, Springfield, Ohio; two brothers Buell Blair, Barnetts Creek; Martin Blair of this city. Funeral services were held at a Mt. Sterling Church with Zollie King, Frank Arms, and Prater Blair officiating.  Burial was in a Mt. Sterling Cemetery. He was the son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Millard O’Bryan of this city. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 6, 1964

    
BLAIR, Lizzie (Hitchcock)
1896-1964
Mrs. Lizzie Blair, 67, died suddenly at her home at West Van Lear at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, April 16. A daughter of the late Milt and Celia Rice Hitchcock, she was born in Johnson County September 18, 1896.  She had made her home at West Van Lear for the past several years and was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church. Her husband, Alonzo Blair, preceded her in death July 31, 1955. Survivors include three step-sons, James Blair, Holden, W. Va.; Rudolph Blair, Springfield, Ohio; Don Blair, Baltimore, Maryland, A stepdaughter, Mrs. Lucy Combs, West Van Lear; a brother, Walter Hitchcock, Ashland, Mrs. Ed Fairchilds, Staffordsville. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Saturday in the chapel of the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with John G. Sammons as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Cumbo Cemetery at West Van Lear. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 27, 1964 [NOTE- I think this should be either April 22 or April 29 to  be a Wednesday]

   
BLANTON, Leroy
1929-1964
Leroy Blanton, 34, was killed at 4:00 a.m., Friday, April 10, when he was struck by a trailer-truck while walking on an intersection of U.S. Highway 30 and 13 at Pierceton, Indiana.  A son of the late Arch and Thana Blanton, he was born at Oil Springs August 14, 1929, and had lived in Pierceton for seven months.  Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Beulah Marie Conley; two sons, Charles Ray, age 3 years, and Jimmy Franklin, age 9 months; three brothers, James C. Blanton, Ashland; Gale F. Blanton, Ashtabula, Ohio; Glen Blanton, Warsaw, Indiana; three sisters, Mrs. Arthur Ratliff, Springfield, Ohio; Mrs. Carl McGinnie Billingham, Washington; Mrs. Pearl Spicer, Hamilton, Ohio.  Funeral services were conducted at 3:00 p.m., Sunday in the chapel of the Paintsville Funeral Home with Cline Salyer as officiating minister. Burial was in the family cemetery at Oil Springs.   Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 15, 1964

    
BUTCHER, Melvin
1892-1964
Melvin Butcher, 71, resident of Van Lear, died suddenly in a Pikeville hospital at 9:15 a.m., Wednesday, April 8. A native of Johnson County, he was born April 30, 1892, a son of the late Simon and Clarinda Webb Butcher.  He had been a lifelong resident of Van Lear. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ida Bowling Butcher; eight sons, Ira, Elmer, Arnold, Granville and Everett Butcher all of Van Lear; Hubert Butcher, Wittensville; Allan and Bernard Butcher, Wabash, Ind.; three daughters, Mrs. Maggie Moore and Mrs. Virginia Triplett both of Wabash, Ind.; Miss Mimmie Butcher, Van Lear; two brothers, T.H. Butcher, Van Lear; Willie Butcher of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Jude Banks and Mrs. Maggie Music both of Van Lear. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Upper Millers Creek School with Elzie Banks and John Crum as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY April 15, 1964

    
CANTRELL Sarah Margaret (Nichols)
1882-1964 
Mrs. Sarah Margaret Cantrell, 83, resident of Wheelersburg, died in a local hospital at 7:30 pm, Friday, April 10, after an illness of ten days. A daughter of the late John and Julia Welch Nichols, she was born in Elliott County January 27, 1882 and had resided at Wheelersburg most of her life.  She was a member of the Pentecostal Church of Christ. She was preceded in death September 7, 1942, by her husband, John Clinton Cantrell. Surviving are two sons, Ivan and French Cantrell both of Salyersville; four daughters, Mrs. Ethel Wheeler and Mrs. Ruie Williams of Wheelersburg; Mrs. Maxie Gannon, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Mildred Prater, Detroit, Michigan; two sisters, Dulsie Williams, Albany, Ohio; Eliza Nichols, Russell. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 am, Monday April 13, at the Flat Ford Freewill Baptist Church with Cline Salyer as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Cantrell Cemetery at Wheelersburg. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY APRIL 15, 1964

     
CASTLE, Troy
1891-1964
Troy (Traw) Castle, 72, retired miner of Nippa, died at his home at 12:46 a.m., Wednesday, April 8, from the effects of a stroke suffered seven days earlier. Mr. Castle, a son of William and Betts Daniel Castle, was born October 8, 1891, at Tutor Key and had lived at Nippa for twenty-seven years. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Laura McClure Castle, whom he married at Louisa September 20, 1920; three sons, Arlie Castle, Columbus, Ohio; Paul B. Castle, Nippa; Odis Castle, Williamsburg, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Ollie Mae Adams, Cincinnati, Ohio; Mrs. Marsha Meade, Oil Springs; a brother, Lindsey (Cap) Castle, Barnetts Creek; a sister, Martha Castle, Nippa.  Also surviving are twenty-three grandchildren and ten great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday at the Tutor Key United Baptist Church with Foster Grim, Virgil Howard and Florida Lyons officiating. Burial was in the Castle Cemetery at Nippa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 15, 1964

    
CONLEY, Hobart G.
1964
Hobart G. Conley, retired postal employee and former resident of this city, passed away at his home, 134 Junefield Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio, Sunday evening, April 12. Mr. Conley was a son of the late John Milton and Mary Woods Conley. For several years prior to his leaving Paintsville, he was an active member of the First Baptist Church and was also a member of Paintsville Lodge No. 381 F and AM. While a resident of this city he served as assistant postmaster. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel Preston Conley; two sons, Gary Conley, Sioux City, Iowa; Tom Max Conley, Cincinnati, Ohio; five brothers, Harry Conley, Bloomfield; Forrest Conley, Clearwater, Fla.; W.E. (Deak) Conley, Allegan, Michigan; Ralph and Everett Conley both of Staffordsville; three sisters, Mrs. Ethel Picklesimer, Volga; Mrs. Lillie Dixon, Paintsville; Mrs. Ivel Daniel, Dural, Australia.  Also surviving are three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at the Paul R. Young Funeral Home, Mt. Healthy, Ohio, Thursday, April 16, with the Rev. Harry Wainscott officiating.  Interment was in Arlington Memorial Gardens in Mt. Healthy. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 4-27-1964

    
CONLEY, Walton L.
1964
Walton L. Conley, 63, Native of County Dies Suddenly Walton L. Conley, 63, died suddenly with a heart attack Wednesday, April 29, at his home in Logan, West Virginia. Mr. Conley, son of the late Attorney B. H. Conley and Celia Cooper Conley, of this city, had spent the past thirty years in Logan, where he had been associated with his brother, Othie B. Conley, as owners and operators of an electrical shop in that city. Survivors include one sister, Mrs. Bacon R. Moore, Harrodsburg, Kentucky, and one brother, Othie B. Conley, Logan, W. Va.  A brother, A. H. Conley, preceded him in death.  He also had many relatives in this county to mourn his passing. Funeral services were conducted Friday, May 1, at the Harris Funeral Home, with burial in the family cemetery at Logan. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 6, 1964

    
FARMER, Willie L.
1896-1964
Mrs. Willie L. Farmer, 67, resident of Van Lear, died in Memorial Hospital in Pikeville at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 28, after an extended illness. A daughter of the late Scott and Clara Miller Martin, she was born November 6, 1896, in Lawrence County and had lived at Van Lear for the past forty-five years. She was a member of the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church. She was married July 4, 1924, in this city to Elic Farmer, who survives. Other survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Daniel, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Nora Nicholson, New Carlisle, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Thursday at the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church with Edgar Hewlett and Ellis Hamilton as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Richmond Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY MAY 6 1964

    
JAYNE, Minnie (Bunyard)
1874-1964
Mrs. Minnie Jayne, former resident of this county, and mother of Mrs. V. S. Williams of this city passed away at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Cyrus VanHoose in Tulsa, Oklahoma, April 23.  Death was attributed to a recent fall. Mrs. Jayne, daughter of John and Lydia Bunyard of this county, was born March 19, 1874.  She was the last member of this family.  She was the widow of the late W. H. Jayne, prominent merchant of near Flat Gap, Kentucky where they lived for a number of years. She was member of the Baptist Church and a devoted Christian, Mother, and neighbor. Besides Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Van Hoose, she is survived by the following children; Mrs. S. B. Reynolds, Ashland, KY., Ora C. Jayne, Albuquerque, New México, Charlie Jayne, Franklin Furnace, Ohio; two step-children, Sam Jayne of Salt Lake City, Utah and Mrs. Lum Brown of this city who preceded her in death. Funeral services were conducted, Monday, April 27.  Interment in the Garden of the Apostles Cemetery in Tulsa.  Mrs. Jayne has many friends in this section who will be sadden to hear of her passing. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APRIL 27, 1964

    
LITTERAL, Alton
1904-1964
Alton Litteral, Former Resident, Dies in Tampa Alton B. Litteral, 59, retired Navy Chief Petty Officer, died in McDill Air Base Hospital, Tampa, Florida, Thursday morning, April 30, of a heart attack following a two weeks' illness. A son of John H. and Pearlie Whitt Litteral, he was born in Magoffin County August 31, 1904, and formerly resided in this city.  He had lived in Florida for the past four years and was a member of the Methodist Church. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Ruth Daniel Litteral; a stepson, Don Daniel of this city; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Ishmael Grim of this city; a brother, William Litteral, Fowlerville, Michigan; three sisters, Mrs. G. E. Lowrey, Charleston, W. Va.; Mrs. Roy Gerlach, Wheelersburg, Ohio; Mrs. Fannie Blankenship of this city. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 6, 1964

    
MCKENZIE, M. O.
1873-1964
M. O. McKenzie, 91, retired farmer and school teacher, passed away at 6 a.m., Friday, April 24, at a local hospital after three months' illness. Mr. McKenzie, son of the late John and Serviller Seagraves McKenzie was born April 7, 1873, and spent his entire life in Johnson County.  His wife, the late Clista Green McKenzie, preceded him in death in October 1914. Survivors include two sons, Ray McKenzie of Ashland, and Nelson McKenzie of Flat Gap, four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, April 26, at the Flat Gap Enterprise Baptist Church, with Rev. Bruce Daniels and Reverend Ellis Hamilton officiating, with burial in the family cemetery at Flat Gap.  Pall bearers were Paul McKenzie, Nelson Hamilton, Tive Lyons, Con Lyons, Kerlin Lyons and W. H. Pelphrey. Paintsville Herald Monday April 27, 1964

    
PATRICK, Jewell (Litteral)
1892-1964
Mrs. Jewell Patrick, 70, a retired school teacher widely known throughout the county, died of a heart attack Friday, April 3, at the home of a grandson, Sam Griffith, Turner Branch. A daughter of the late Henry Harrison and Mary Elizabeth Moore Litteral, she was born in this county September 25, 1892, and had lived at Riceville most of her life. She had been residing with her grandson for the past six months.  A teacher in the Johnson County School system for many years, she received her A. B. degree form Morehead State College in 1958. Her husband, Sam M. Patrick, preceded her in death August 10, 1953. Survivors also include a son, Samuel Harry Payne Patrick, Columbus, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Billie M. Johnson and Mrs. Mary A. Edwards both of Dayton, Ohio; a brother, Dallas Litteral, Millersburg, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Rice May, New Port Richey, Florida; Myrtle Litteral, Shreve, Ohio; Mrs. Hazel Calvert, Atlanta, Ga. Also surviving are eight grandchildren adn three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the Third Street Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Castle and Charles Stapleton officiating ministers. Music was by the Toms Creek Singers.  Burial was in the Litteral Cemetery at Oil Springs. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APR. 8, 1964

    
PHIPPS, Ashford
1882-1964
Ashford Phipps, 82, former resident of Southside, died at his home in Beaver, Ohio, Sunday morning, April 12, after an extended illness. A native of Magoffin County, he was born February 18, 1882.  After moving to this city he was employed as a carpenter and worked for the Paintsville Packing Company. He became affiliated with the Rockhouse United Baptist Church in 1911, and remained throughout the years a devoted and faithful member.  He moved to Beaver about twenty years ago, and his membership for the past few years was with the Beaver Valley United Baptist Church. He was married in 1902 to the former Betty Tackett, who survives.  Other survivors include five sons, John Phipps, Clearwater, Florida; Ron, Sammie and Luster Phipps, Willington, California; five daughters, Mrs. Nettie Rigsby, Jackson, Ohio; Mrs. Mary Conley, Russell; Mrs. Martha Mast, Cincinnati, Ohio; Mrs. Floria Dozer, Miami, Florida; Mrs. Nancy Davis, Upper Heyferd, England; two half brothers, Albert Phonix, New Boston, Ohio; Wirtu Phonix, Lucasville, Ohio; a half sister, Mrs. Mary Tackett, Chillicothe, Ohio.  Also surviving are thirty-seven grandchildren and thirty-five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted April 14 at the Beaver Valley Church with Elders F. F. Rigsby, Charles Roark and Harlan Montgomery officiating. Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 27, 1964

    
PHIPPS, Delphia (Rigsby)
1906-1964
Mrs. Delphia Phipps, 58, of Clearwater, Florida, died at 11:30 p.m., April 20, at the home of her mother-in-law, Mrs. Betty Phipps of Jackson, after suffering a heart attack.  She had arrived here a week ago to attend funeral services for her father- in-law, Ashford Phipps. Born in Magoffin County, March 29, 1906, she was the daughter of Sanford and Frances Montgomery Rigsby.  She joined the United Baptist Church of Paintsville, in the year 1934.  She was a faithful member until her death.  She had many friends and was loved by everyone who knew her. She was united in marriage to John Phipps in the year 1924.  To this union were born 8 children, 7 living and one deceased. Surviving are her husband, John Phipps, six sons, Woody, Thomas, Billy and Gary all of Clearwater, Florida; Melvin and John Jr., of Ashland; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Coolin of Ashland; three brothers, Floyd of Jackson, Lundy of Waverly, Ohio and Hayden of Peebles?; two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Howard of Waverly, Ohio; and Mrs. Ona Montgomery of Beaver.  Also surviving are eleven grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at Beaver Valley United Baptist Church on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m., with Elders, F. F. Rigsby, Charles Roark and Harlan Montgomery officiating.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Beaver. Mrs. Delphia Phipps Wednesday April 27, 1964

    
PICKLESIMER, Martha Lynn (Stone)
1964
Mrs. Frank Picklesimer, 34, wife of Frank M. Picklesimer, Jr., of 1107 Winchester Road, Lexington, died at Good Samaritan Hospital at 11:30 P. M. Sunday after a short illness. Mrs. Picklesimer, a native of Ohio had lived in Lexington for the past 20 years. The former Martha Lynn Stone, she was a daughter of Mrs. Maude Bradley Stone and the late Harrison Stone. She was the daughter-in-law of Dr. and Mrs. F. M. Picklesimer, Sr., of this city. In addition to her mother and husband, survivors include two sons, Frank Picklesimer, III and Bradley Harrison Picklesimer; two daughters, Stephanie Stone Picklesimer and Elizabeth Ann Picklesimer, all of Lexington, and four sisters, Mrs. David Phelps III, Mrs. Robert Shearer, Mrs. Ann Meyers, all of Lexington and Mrs. Dalton Caldwell, Miami Shores, Fla. The body was taken to Whitehall Funeral Chapel, where services will be conducted by the Rev. Bob W. Brown at 2 p.m. today.  Burial will be in the Lexington Cemetery. Lynn Picklesimer Wednesday April 14, 1964

    
PRESTON, Frank M.
1964
Frank M. Preston, 89, well known retired farmer and miner of Tutor Key, died in a local hospital at 12:05 a.m., Sunday, April 5, after an illness of several months. A lifelong resident of Tutor Key, he was born in this county a son of the late Charlie and Alsie Daniel Preston.  He was a veteran of the Spanish American war and a member of the United Baptist Church.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Julia Daniel Preston.  Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Bert Van Hoose, Tutor Key; a grandson, L. O. Van Hoose, Cincinnati, Ohio; a granddaughter, Mrs. Franklin P. Conley of this city; one great-grandson and three great-granddaughters.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday in the chapel of the Paintsville Funeral Home with O. I. Williams and Charles Saunders as officiating ministers. Member of the choir of First Christian Church furnished the music.  Burial was in the family cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday April 8, 1964

    
PRICE, Georgia (Boyd)
1897-1964
Mrs. Georgia Price, 67, resident of River, died in a local hosptial at 9:00 p.m., Friday, April 17. A lifelong resident of River, she was born in this county February 20, 1897, a daughter of Mose and Alice George Boyd. She is survived by her husband, Kent Price, three sons, James Price, Sitka; Mose Price, Itmann, West Virginia; and Billy Joe Price, River; four daughters, Marietta Borders, Auxvasse, Missouri; Eula Parsons, Tampa, Florida; Louella Price, Mullens, West Virginia; and Alice Mae Ashby, Washington, D.C.; one brother, Joe Boyd, Thealka; and one sister, Lula Fitch, Gallipolis, Ohio; two half brothers, Charlie and Frank Blessing, Patrick.  Also surviving are 29 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Monday, at River, with Cullie Hager officiating.  Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY APR. 27, 1964

   
THACKER, Gayle
1964
Funeral Thursday for Grandson of Mr. and Mrs.  C.F. Walters Gayle Thacker, 16, son of Curt and Georgia Mary Walters Thacker of Louisa was killed in a motorcycle accident about 5:45 p.m. Monday.  The accident occurred on Route 32 near Louisa when the youth’s motorcycle is reported to have skidded and wrecked.  He was thrown to the highway and was run over by an oncoming automobile. He was traveling with three companions at the time of the accident. He did not regain consciousness and died shortly afterward of head injuries. The youth had resided with his family in Paintsville for several years and was the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Clark Walters of this city.  Surviving besides his parents, is a brother, Joel, 11. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday afternoon at the First Baptist Church in Louisa. The body is at the Young Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Greenbrier Cemetery in Louisa. Paintsville Herald Thursday April 27, 1964

   
WALTERS, Mary (Mollette)
1874-1964
Mary Walters Rites Sunday At Flat Gap Mrs. Mary Mollette Walters, 89, died at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, April 30, at the Castle Fork Rest Home after an illness of two years. Born at Boons Camp on July 25, 1874, she was the daughter of the late James H. and Jane Wells Mollette.  She had lived at Offutt for the past few years and was affiliated with the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, (unreadable), September 13, 1963. Survivors include an adopted son, Jack Davis, City; a foster daughter, Della Fairchild, Ashland.  Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, at the Old Bethel United Baptist Church at Flat Gap with Cully Sparks, Foster Rigsby and Bud Wiley officiating.  Burial was in the family cemetery, Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 5-6-1964
 



MAY - 1964

AKERS, Onda
1911-1964
Onda Akers, 51, died Wednesday, May 20, in Whitley County Hospital, Columbia City, Indiana, following a brief illness.  A son of the late Robert and Callie Mollett Akers, he was born in this county November 27, 1911, and had made his home in Indiana for the past twenty years.  He was a member of the United Baptist Church and foreman for the Gatlee Corporation.  Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Beulah Bayes Akers, a son, Stepen Dewayen Akers, Columbia City, Ind.; three daughters, Mrs. Bobbie Jean Arnett, Mrs. Betty Jo Gregory, Mrs. Callie Lee Shafer all of Warsaw, Ind.; a half brother, John Akers, Peru, Ind.; four half sisters, Mrs. Edna Milom and Mrs. Lucy Carpenter both of East Point; Mrs. Josephine Gibson and Mrs. Amba Smith both of Peru, Ind.  Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Sunday at the Lick Fork United Baptist Church with Virgil Bailey and Paris Music as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Lick Fork.   Paintsville Herald Wedneday May 27, 1964

    
CASTLE, Frank
1886-1964
Frank Castle, 72, retired miner of Thealka, died in a local hospital Wednesday morning, May 27, after a few days illness. A native of Johnson County, he was born September 11, 1886 and had lived at Thealka most of his life.  He was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Pina Fletcher Castle; six sons, Andrew Castle, Urbana, Ohio; Woodrow, Ernest, Fraklin, Terry and Joe Castle all of Thealka; ten daughters, Mabel Jackson, Irwin, Ohio; Sylvia Black, Mildred Roberts, Irwin, Ohio; Margarett and Juanita Castle both of Thealka; Sue, Betty, Faye, Edna and Elizabeth all at home; a sister, Mrs. John Dills, Nippa; twenty-three grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 29, at the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church with Tom Fraley and Claude Preston as officiating ministers. Music was by the Thealka Quartet.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Nippa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 10, 1964

    
CASTLE, Nora (Robinson)
1881-1964
Mrs. Nora Castle, 83, Thealka resident, died in a local hospital at 5:40 p.m., Sunday, May 31, following a brief illness. A daughter of the late Jack and Rhoda Robinson, she was born June 8,1881, in this county and had lived at Thealka most of her life.  She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Her husband, Joe Castle, preceded her in death in 1929. Surviving are seven sons, Joe Castle, Pikeville; Henry, Gaylord and Dewey Castle all of Thelka; Howard CAstle, Prestonsburg; James Castle, Columbus, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Edgar Preston, Thealka; Mrs. C. R. Patrick, Ashland; Mrs. Charles Patrick, Chelsea, Michigan; a brother, Willie Robinson, Auxier; two sisters, Mrs. Luther Sturgill, Thealka; Mrs. Lonnie Castle of this city. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Thealka Freewill Baptist Church with Millard Van Hoose and Scott Castle as officiating ministers. Music was by the Thealka Quartet.  Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 3, 1964

    
CASTLE, Sarah (Scarberry)
1891-1964
Sarah Castle Rites Saturday At Toms Creek Mrs. Sarah Frances Castle, 73, resident of River, died in a local hospital at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, after an extended illness. A daughter of the late Henry and Lena Castle Scarberry, she was born in this county Feb- ruary 22, 1891, and had resided at River most of her life.  She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include a son Arthur Scarberry, Lowmansville; eight daughters, Mrs. Jessie Fitch and Mrs. Burton Fitch both of this city; Mrs. Lora Castle and Mrs. Cora Ellen Castle both of Nippa; Mrs. Clara Copas, Urbana, Ohio; Mrs. Tivis Stambaugh, Fairborn, Ohio; Mrs. Mrs. Ovalee Van Hoose, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Carl Hayes, Louisa, two sisters, Mrs. Bertha Castle, Lowmansville; Mrs. Dicie O'Brien, Columbus, Ohio; three brothers, Alfred Scarberry, Lowmansville; Foster Scarberry, Nippa; Malcolm Scarberry, Drift.  Also surviving are thirty-one grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday at the Toms Creek Freewill Baptist Church with Claude Preston as officiating minister.  Burial was in Sycamore Cemetery at Nippa. Note: This cemetery is also known as the Clark Castle Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 13, 1964

    
CLARK, Frankie Marie (Seagraves)
1904-1964
Frankie Clark Rites To Be Held Thursday Mrs. Frankie Marie Clark, 59, died Monday, May 11, at her home at Hager Hill after an illness of two months. A daughter of the late Jeff and Louise Ward Seagraves, she was born in this county October 14, 1904, and had lived at Hager Hill most of her life.  Prior to her retirement she was employed as a beauty shope operator. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Eva Adams, Hager Hill; a half sister, Mrs. Bertha May Hampton, Wenatchee, Washington; two half brothers, Charles and Guy Preston, Jr., Wenatchee, Washington. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday in the chapel of the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. S.C. Honeycutt officiating.  Burial will be in the family cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 5-13-1964

    
DALE, John Sr.
1891-1964
John Dale, Sr., 72, resident of this city, died in a local hospital at 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 20. A son of Dan and Margarett Ratliff Dale, he was born in this county December 8, 1891, and lived in this city most of his life.  He was a retired miner and a member of the Masonic Lodge. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sarah Castle Dale; a son, John Dale, Jr., Prestonsburg; two stepsons, Richard Sparks, Marion, Ohio; Carl Sparks, Paintsville; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Geneva Meeks and Mrs. Theodore Miller, both of this city; two brothers, Jesse Dale, Tram; Raymond Dale, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the First Baptist Church with the pastor, the Rev. James E. Wallace, as the officiating minister.  Burial was in Highland Memorial Park. Graveside rites were conducted by the members of the Masonic Lodge. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUN. 3, 1964

    
DANIELS, Lafe
1964
Lafe Daniels, C&O Conductor Dies Monday Lafe Daniels, of Ashland, a conductor with the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway and father of Jay Daniels of this city, died Monday.  He had been admitted to the C&O Hospital Monday morning. Survivors besides his wife are a daughter, Mrs. Jack Rece of Titusville, Fla.; five sons, Charles M. Daniels, county attorney of Greenup County; Sam Daniels, Russell; Lafe Daniels, Jr., Ashland; Palmer Daniels of Louisana and Jay Daniels of this county. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 27, 1964

    
FARRIS, Delia May (Litteral)
1884-1964
Mrs. Delia May Farris, 80, former resident of Van Lear, died in the Akers Rest Home in Ashland at 11:30 a.m., Sunday, May 17, of a stroke after an illness of two years. A daughter of the late Samp and Susan France Litteral, she was born February 8, 1884, in Greenup County and had resided at Van Lear for forty-five years. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Her husband, Ralph Farris, preceded her in death January 25, 1954. Survivors include a son, Albert Bayes, Gary, Ind.; a daughter, Mrs. Cloteen Plummer, Prestonsburg; a brother, Jim Litteral, Greenup; a sister, Nora Yates, Portsmouth, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday in the chapel of the Preston Funeral Home wtih Edgar Hewlett as officiating minister. Burial was in the Preston Cemetery in this city. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY MAY 20 1964

    
FYFFE, Jim F.
1890-1964
J. F. (Jim) Fyffe, 73, of Blaine, brother of John Henry Fyffe of  Staffordsville, died Tuesday, May 19, in an Ashland rest home after a  four-year illness. Mr. Fyffe was born Aug, 12, 1890, in Morgan County, a son of the late Joe  and Cynthia Ferguson Fyffe. Surviving besides his wife, Mrs. Judy Skaggs Fyffe are three daughters and  two sons, Mrs. Alda Diamond of Canton, O.; Mrs. Wilma Fink of Anaheim,  Calif.; Mrs. Shelby Eisenrod of Beverly Hills, Calif.; Tulla  Fyffe,  Springfield, O.; and Chester A. Fyffe of Canton, also four brothers,  John  Henry Fyffe, Staffordsville, Jay Fyffe of Red Bush, Alvah Fyffe of Blaine  and Alonso Fyffe of Manchester, N. H., and two sisters, Mrs. Sally Fyffe of  Blaine and Mrs. Martha Kelley of Red Bush. He leaves 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday at the Enterprise Baptist Church, at Low  Gap by the Rev. Lafe Skaggs and the Rev. Emory Ferguson. Burial was in the Millard Fyffe Cemetery at Blaine. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 27, 1964

    
HALL, Elza
1910-1964
Elza Hall, 54, pronounced dead on arrival at a local hospital, was a victim of a sudden heart attack, suffered at his home at Van Lear about 11:30 a.m., Thursday, May 7. A disabled miner, he was the son of Monroe and Alice Ward Hall and was born May 17, 1910, at Boons Camp.  He had lived at Van Lear for the past six years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Hassie Ward Hall, whom he married in Prestonsburg September 11, 1931; four sons, Monroe and Paul Hal both of Baltimore, Mc.; William P. Hall, Suffold, Va.; Larry Hall, at home; six daughters, Mary Hall, Pikeville; Mrs. Anna Sheldon, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Alice Hall, Van Lear; Doris, Cathy and Deborah Hall all at home; a brother, Melvin Hall, Auxier; a sister, Mabel Crum, Ironton, Ohio.  Also surviving are eight grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Auxier Methodist Church with the Rev. S. C. Honeycutt as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Auxier. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 13, 1964

    
HOSKINS, Harry Prescott
1876-1964
The Reverend Harry Prescott Hoskins of 487 West Street died at 7:50 p.m., May 14, 1964 in a local hospital following an ill-ness of four years. He was a retired minister of the First Baptist Church and had held pastorates in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York City. He was also a writer of prose and poetry.  One of his writings to which he devoted much research was the book, “The His-tory of the Baptist in Kentucky.” Mr. Hoskins was born in Michigan, Sept, 18, 1876, a son of George Washington and Marie McCarthy Hoskins.  After his marriage to Miss Gertrude Patrick in 1947, in Louisville, Ken-tucky, he came to this city where he made his home. With his wife, he wrote a large number of songs, some of which have been published. Survivors also include a daughter, Celia Marie Hoskins, who resides in Pennsylvania. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 16, at the Paintsville Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend James E. Wallace officiating. Songs, “Sweet Will of God,” And “Down From His Glory,” were sung by Mrs. William Davidson and Mrs. William Garland. One of Mr. Hoskins’ composi-tions, “The Night Will End” his personal  testimony, was sung by Mrs. Davidson.  Mrs. Mary Stafford was organist for the service. Interment was in the Mayo Cemetery. The Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 20, 1964

    
LANEY, Wade
1937-1964
Wade Laney, 26, resident of White House, died in a local hospital at 4:00 a.m., Sunday, May 10, after an extended illness. A son of Mrs. Mae Smtih Laney of White House and the late Dave Laney, he was born in this county September 10, 1937, and had been a lifelone resident of the White House community. Other survivors include three sisters, Cordelia and Dessie Mae Laney and Mary Ann Castle of White House, six brothers, Ed, John and James Laney, Plymouth, Ohio; Joe, Robert and Hobert Laney all of White House.. Also surviving are the material grandparents, James Everett and Lizzie Smith. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Tueday at the Hammond Freewill Baptist Church with Don Fraley as officiating minister. Burial was in the Stambaugh Cemetery at River. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 13 1964

    
LEMASTER, Flotella (Wheeler)
1888-1964
Flo Lemaster of Chandlerville Dies Suddenly Services for Mother of Ten Held Tuesday at Old Hood Church Flotella Wheeler Lemaster, 75, widow of Leo Frank Lemaster, died at her home at Chandlerville May 24, after a heart attack.  She had been in ill health for several years, but her sudden death came as a shock to her family and friends. Born on Coffee Creek in Morgan County on August 7, 1888, she was the daughter of the late Mahala Conley Wheeler and the Rev. Charles Wheeler. She was a faithful member of the United Baptist Church and was converted and baptized at the age of 13 years. She was married on February 7, 1906, to Mr. Lemaster who died August 11, 1953. To this union were born seven sons and three daughters, Thurman Lemaster, Chandlerville; Mrs. Ruth Lemaster, Jackson, Ohio; Loran Lemaster, Chandlerville; Dorsey Lemaster, deceased; Leroy Lemaster, Lexington, Ky.; Paul Lemaster, Versailles; Lowell Lemaster, deceased; Mrs. Neva Caudill, Chandlerville, with whom she made her home; and Francis Lemaster, San Diego, Calif.; and Mrs. Wilma Jane Baker, Versailles. Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Mary Brown, Wheelersburg, Ky.; Miss Wanna Wheeler, Mrs. Bertie Lawrence, Kansas City, Missouri; and thirty-five grandchildren, and thirty great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 26 at Old Hood Church. Burial was in the family cemetery at Chandlerville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 3, 1964

    
LITTON, William
1881-1964
William Litton, Retired Miner, Dies Sunday William M. Litton, 83, retired miner of Meally, died in a local hospital at 2:25 a.m., Sunday, May 3, after suffering a stroke.  He had been ill for the past year. A son of the late James and Nancy Jayne Webb Litton, he was born at Boons Camp February 14, 1881, and had been a resident of Meally for the past six years.  He was a member of the Pentacostal Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Georgie Gillispie Litton; seven sons, W. M. Litton, Iowa, Louisiana; Willis, Howard and Donald Litton all of Meally; Elbert Litton, White House; Earnest Litton, New Rigdon, Ohio; Leman Litton, Sandusky, Ohio; two stepsons, Earnest and James R. Gillispie both of Meally; seven daughters, Pearl Bernice Williams, Lillian Litton and Phyllis Litton all of Meally; Dixie Bayes, Marion, Ohio; Dolly Drake, Alberstan, Ohio; Gracie Fairchild, Barnetts Creek; Maxie Boyd, Thealka; a stepdaughter, Loretta Webb, Wabash, Ind.; two brothers, Richard Litton, Meally; Jake Litton, Louisa.  Also surviving are 37 grandchildren, 37 great- grandchildren, 10 stepgrandchildren and 5 step great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. today at the Pentecostal Church of Christ in this city with CLine Salyers as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Sam Ratliff Cememtery at White House. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 6, 1964

    
MEEK, Hobert
1919-1964
Boons Camp Men Die in Auto wreck Hobert Meek, World War II Veteran and Willie Pack, Father of Six, Buried Monday Two Boons Camp men died instantly at 4:15 Friday afternoon when the automobile in which they were traveling left the highway on Route 40 about one-half mile west of the Boons Camp Post Office. The victims, Willie Pack, 66, and Hobert Meek, 44, both died of broken necks and other injuries. The 1953 Buick in which they were traveling in the direction of Paintsville, was driven by Ted Meek, Jr., 27, a first cousin of Hobert Meek. Bill Williamson, State Policeman, stated that he was sitting in his patrol car at the junction of Route 40 and the Greasy Creek road, after having been called to this vicinity by local residents.  An automobile accident had occurred earlier Friday. Williamson said when the Meek car with the two other men came down Greasy Creek and at a fast speed started west, he followed hesitantly, because the driver of the car seemed destined for an accident.  The Buick then left the highway and plunged about 50 feet into a field on the farm of H. D. Wells.  Williamson said in his entire police career, he had never witnesses such a shocking accident. Meek was thrown from the car, and Pack's body was crumpled in the inside of the vehicle, that was completely demolished. The driver crawled through a window and was only slightly hurt.  He was arrested Saturday afternoon by Trooper Williamson and filled bond for $2500.00.  He was charged with manslaughter. The Sheriff's office reported no knowledge of the accident Tuesday and no further information could be obtained. James Mollette, 35, Boons Camp man was found dead in a field in this same locality less than a month ago.  His death on April 19, according to an autopsy report, was caused by hemorrhaging from face and head injuries. Mr. Pack was born April 4, 1898, a son of the late Stanley and Nervis Alice Staniford Pack.  He was a retired miner and had lived in the Boons Camp section all his life. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Parker Pack, two sons, Herbert Elzie and Willie Pack, Jr. of Maywood, Ill.; four daughters, Mrs. Betty Lou Hayden, Maywood, Ill., Mrs. Linda Gail Elkins, Meally; Anna Louise and Ella Jane Pack, both of Boons Camp and four sisters and one brother, Zina Sexton, Lizzie Shelton and Vina Pack of Drift, Susie Branham, Boons Camp, and John Pack of Drift. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 18, at the residence by J. H. Short. Burial was in the Boons Camp-Dennie Pigg Cemetery. Hobert Meek was born at Offutt, Dec. 17, 1919, a son of Isaac and Lizzie Thompson Meek, both of Boons Camp.  A veteran of World War II, he was a construction worker. Surviving are the following brothers and sisters, Virgil, Roy and Harold Meek of Boons Camp, Mrs. Opal Sturgill, Boons Camp; Mrs. Dorothy Williams, Mrs. Francis Fields, Mrs. Vivian Kimbler and Mrs. Bonnie Johnson, all of Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 10L30 a.m., Monday, May 18, at Little Friendship United Baptist Church at Boons Camp.  Officiating ministers were Earl Muncy, Nim Sturgill and Glen Arrowood. Pallbearers were nephews of Mr. Meek. Burial was in the Nim Sturgill Cemetery at Boons Camp. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 20, 1964

    
PACK, Willie
1898-1964
Boons Camp Men Die in Auto wreck Hobert Meek, World War II Veteran and Willie Pack, Father of Six, Buried Monday Two Boons Camp men died instantly at 4:15 Friday afternoon when the automobile in which they were traveling left the highway on Route 40 about one-half mile west of the Boons Camp Post Office. The victims, Willie Pack, 66, and Hobert Meek, 44, both died of broken necks and other injuries. The 1953 Buick in which they were traveling in the direction of Paintsville, was driven by Ted Meek, Jr., 27, a first cousin of Hobert Meek. Bill Williamson, State Policeman, stated that he was sitting in his patrol car at the junction of Route 40 and the Greasy Creek road, after having been called to this vicinity by local residents.  An automobile accident had occurred earlier Friday. Williamson said when the Meek car with the two other men came down Greasy Creek and at a fast speed started west, he followed hesitantly, because the driver of the car seemed destined for an accident.  The Buick then left the highway and plunged about 50 feet into a field on the farm of H. D. Wells.  Williamson said in his entire police career, he had never witnesses such a shocking accident. Meek was thrown from the car, and Pack's body was crumpled in the inside of the vehicle, that was completely demolished. The driver crawled through a window and was only slightly hurt.  He was arrested Saturday afternoon by Trooper Williamson and filled bond for $2500.00.  He was charged with manslaughter. The Sheriff's office reported no knowledge of the accident Tuesday and no further information could be obtained. James Mollette, 35, Boons Camp man was found dead in a field in this same locality less than a month ago.  His death on April 19, according to an autopsy report, was caused by hemorrhaging from face and head injuries. Mr. Pack was born April 4, 1898, a son of the late Stanley and Nervis Alice Staniford Pack.  He was a retired miner and had lived in the Boons Camp section all his life. Surviving are his wife, Ethel Parker Pack, two sons, Herbert Elzie and Willie Pack, Jr. of Maywood, Ill.; four daughters, Mrs. Betty Lou Hayden, Maywood, Ill., Mrs. Linda Gail Elkins, Meally; Anna Louise and Ella Jane Pack, both of Boons Camp and four sisters and one brother, Zina Sexton, Lizzie Shelton and Vina Pack of Drift, Susie Branham, Boons Camp, and John Pack of Drift. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 18, at the residence by J. H. Short. Burial was in the Boons Camp-Dennie Pigg Cemetery. Hobert Meek was born at Offutt, Dec. 17, 1919, a son of Isaac and Lizzie Thompson Meek, both of Boons Camp.  A veteran of World War II, he was a construction worker. Surviving are the following brothers and sisters, Virgil, Roy and Harold Meek of Boons Camp, Mrs. Opal Sturgill, Boons Camp; Mrs. Dorothy Williams, Mrs. Francis Fields, Mrs. Vivian Kimbler and Mrs. Bonnie Johnson, all of Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 10L30 a.m., Monday, May 18, at Little Friendship United Baptist Church at Boons Camp.  Officiating ministers were Earl Muncy, Nim Sturgill and Glen Arrowood. Pallbearers were nephews of Mr. Meek. Burial was in the Nim Sturgill Cemetery at Boons Camp. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 20, 1964

    
PENIX, John B.
1886-1964
Dies Thursday John B. Penix, 75, retired miner of Williamsport, died at 11:45 p.m., Thursday, May 28, in a local hospital of a heart attack suffered five hours earlier. A member of the United Baptist Church, he was born at Boons Camp December 30,  1886, a son of Dixie Lee and Mary Mollett Penix. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Sophia Ward Penix, whom he married August 19, 1908, in this city; four sons, Roma Penix, Silver Creek, NY; Chadman Penix, Landville, W. Va.; John Jr. and Earnest Penix both of Williamsport; three daughters, Mary Belle Wells, Silver Creek, New York; Alice Vivian Setser, Williamsport; Eula Lee Robinson of this city; a brother, Jim Penix, Williamsport; four sisters, Mary M. Walters, Williamsport; Mandy Walters, Boons Camp; Fannie (                  ), Fairborn, Ohio; Clara Sparks, Dayton, Ohio.  Also surviving are 13 grandchildren and 5 great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Sunday at the Friendship United Baptist Church at Williamsport with Earl Money, Glen Arrowood, and Nim Sturgill as officiating ministers.  Grandsons served as pallbearers. Burial was in the Penix Cemetery at Williamsport. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY June 3, 1964

    
POE, Verillie (Spencer)
1914-1964
Mrs. Verlillie Spencer Poe, 49, resident of this city, died in a local hospital at 2:00 a.m., Monday, May 25, after an illness of five days. The daughter of Richard and Reese Montgomery Spencer, she was born September 6, 1914.  She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors include her husband, William E. Poe; two sons, James E. Poe, Warsaw, Ind.; Karl Allen Poe, at home; a brother, George Spencer, and a sister, Lillie Castle both of this city. Funeral services were conducted at 1:30 p.m., today at the Pentecostal Church of Christ with Cline Salyer as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Spencer Cemetery in this city. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 27, 1964

    
PRESTON, Shady
1906-1964
Shady Preston, Former Resident, Dies in Lexington Funeral services were conducted Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Southside Freewill Church for Shady K. Preston, 57, who died in St. Joseph Hospital, Lexington, at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, after an illness of several months. A native of this county, he was born May 29, 1906, a son of the late Bill R. and Della McKenzie Preston.  He was a resident of Irvine and was employed as a carpenter contractor. His first marriage was to the former Thelma Wheeler, who preceded him in death.  He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Ava Lee Picklesimer Preston. Other survivors include a son, Joe Kenneth Preston, Lexington; three daughters, Mrs. _; Joyce and Judy _, both of Irvine; four brothers, _ Preston of this city, _ Preston _ Calif., Cecil Preston, _; W. H. (Johnnie) Preston, Jr., Irvine. Services were conducted by the _, the Rev. Bill Davidson and _ Reynolds. Music was by the Southside Trio. _ were J. T. _, _ Chandler, Howard J. Vickers, Arnold Phillips, Jack Jenkins and Harold _. Burial was in the Preston family cemetery at Barnetts Creek. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 27, 1964

    
SAMMONS, Eddie Sr.
1964
Eddie Sammons Sr., 61, of Fairborn Route 1, died at 5 p.m. Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Dayton. A native of Boonecamp, Ky., he was the proprietor of the Ranch House Motel in Fairborn. Survivors include his widow Fannie; his mother, Mrs. Maggie Sammons of Boonecamp; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Mrs. Leonara Wright and Mrs. Helen Morgan, all of Huber Hts.; two sons, Eddie Sammons Jr. of Fairborn and John S. Smmons of Dayton; nine sisters, a brother, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Rev. Marcus Williams will conduct services Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Enterprise Baptist Church, Stewart St., Fairborn.  Friends may call at the Morris Sons Funeral Home, Fairborn, from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Enterprise Baptist Church, Stewart St., for Eddie Sammons Sr., 61, of Fairborn route 1 who died yesterday at 5 p.m. at St. Elizabeth hospital.  The Rev. Marcus Williams will officiate. Mr. Sammons, a native of Boone Camp, Ky., was the proprietor of the Ranch House motel, Springfield Park. 5-14-1964

 Survivors include his wife, Fannie; mother, Mrs. Maggie Sammons of Boone Camp; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Mrs. Leonora Wright and Mrs. Ellen Morgan, all of Huber Heights; two sons, Eddie Jr. of Fairborn and John S. of Dayton; nine sisters; one brother, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Morris Sons funeral home, Fairborn, tomorrow from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.    5-14-1964 Submitted By: Connie Spurlock


  
SADLER, Stella Mae (Castle)
1885-1964
Mrs. Stella Mae Sadler, 79, resident of Nippa, died in a local hospital at 10:00 am, Thursday, May 7, after an illness of four months. The daughter of Moses and Julia Ann Murphy Castle, she was born at Flat Gap, February 17, 1885, and had resided at Nippa most of her life.  She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Thomas H. Sadler, whom she married in 1903; a son Clarence Sadler, Harold; three daughters, Mrs. Herbert Davis, Albuquerque, New Mexico; Mrs. Sam Ramey and Mrs. Lloyd Murphy both of Nippa; a sister, Mrs. Cyrus Castle, Cincinnati, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 am, Sunday at the Mouth of Rush Freewill Baptist Church with Millard VanHoose and C.C. Hall as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Paintsville Quartet.  Burial was in the Sadler Cemetery at Nippa. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 13, 1964

    
SETSER, Walter
1885-1964
Walter Setser, 78, retired miner of Daniel’s Creek, died in a local hospital at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, May 10, after a brief illness.  A son of the late C. W. and Harriett Music Setser, he was born in Floyd County, June 20, 1885, and had lived on Daniel’s Creek all of his life.  He was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Mrs.Lucy Hereford Setser; three sons, Frank, Marvin, and Kenneth (Bob) Setser, all of Van Lear; four daughters, Mrs. Pearl Beardsley, El Paso, TX; Mrs. Mabel Spears, Van Lear; Mrs. Bertie Music, East Point; Mrs. Thelma Wells, West Van Lear; a sister, Mrs. Agnes Ward, Van Lear.  Also surviving are  17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. today at the Philadelphia Church of Christ with S. C. Honeycutt and Cecil Sherman as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Daniel’s Creek.  Paintsville Herald, May 13, 1964.

    
SKAGGS, Hardy
1890-1964
Hardy Skaggs, 78, resident of Flat Gap, died in King's Daughter' Hospital, Ashland, Saturday, May 30, after a month's illness. A native of Johnson county, he was born December 19, 1890, a son of the late Francis and Nancy Evelyn Williams Skaggs.  A former barber and teacher in the Johnson County School System, he had lived at Flat Gap for forty-seven years and was a member of the First Baptist Church of that community. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Dessie Williams Skaggs; a son, Oscar Skaggs, Ironton, Ohio; a brother, Cornelius Skaggs, Wilbur; a sister, Mrs. Tilda Hill, Relief. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday at the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. J. E. Wallace officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Flat Gap. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 3, 1964

    
TRIMBLE, James H.
1891-1964
James H. Trimble, 73, well-known local resident, died suddenly of a heart attack at his home on Fifth Street Tuesday morning, May 26. The son of the late Sherman and Shellie Williams Trimble, he was born in this county September 23, 1891, and had lived in this city most of his life. A veteran of World War I, he was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and served as Johnson County coroner for twelve years.  He was a former teacher, and worked as a funeral home employee for thirty-five years. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Beecher Roberts Trimble, two daughters, Mrs. Earl Newman of this city, Mrs. Donald Trimble, Chillicothe, Ohio; a brother, Dorris Trimble, Oil Springs, a sister, Mrs. Vint Davis, Oil Springs.  Also surviving are a grandson and two granddaughters. Suneral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Thursday at the Third Street Freewill Baptist Church with Scott Castle and James E. Wallace as officiating ministers.  Music will be by the Paintsville Quartet. Nephews will act as pallbearers.  Burial will be in Highland Memorial Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday May 27, 1964

    
WARD, Marion
1908-1964
 Marion Ward, 55, better known at "Q", died suddenly of a heart attack at his home at Van Lear at 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 12. The son of the late John and Sally Boothe Ward, he was born June 4, 1908, in this county and had been a lifelong resident.  He was a disabled miner. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Bessie Adams Ward; a son, Marion Francis Ward, Van Lear; a daughter, mrs. Darlene Wills, Plymouth, Michigan; two brothers, James Ward, Van Lear; John Ward, Hampton, Va.; a sister, Mrs. Oakie Robinson, West Van Lear.  Also surviving are 4 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with John W. Conley of Auxier as the officiating minister. Burial was in the Ward family cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY MAY 20, 1964

   
WILLIAMS, Hattie (Daniel)
1881-1964
Hattie Williams, Fuget Resident, Dies Monday Hattie Williams, 82, resident of Fuget, died at 7:30 p.m., Monday, May 4, in a local hospital after an illness of three weeks. Born in Johnson County, December 30, 1881, she was the daughter of the late Isom and Mary Fairchild Daniel.  She had lived at Fuget most of her life and was affiliated with the Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie Williams on May 15, 1955. Survivors include, one son, Mervin Williams, Fuget; one brother, Mervin Daniel, Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Pearlie Salyers, Kirkersville, Ohio; Mrs. A. J. Daniel, Sitka.  Also surviving are seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conductd at 10:30 a.m., today in the chapel of the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with Bruce Daniel and Tommy Reynolds officiating.  Burial was in the family cemetery, Fuget. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 5-5-1964



JUNE - 1964

BLANKENSHIP, Stallard
1895-1964
Stallard Blankenship, 68, former resident of Van Lear, died in the Longwood Rest Home, Mansfield, Ohio, at 6:30 a.m., Friday, June 5, after an illness of seventeen months. A son of the late William and Laura Crank Blankenship, he was born in Lawrence County July 7, 1895, and had resided at Van Lear for twenty-one years. With twenty-eight years service, he was a retired veteran of World War I and II. Surviving are four brothers, Leonard Blankenship, Bluefield, W. Va.; T. R. Blankenship, Crestline, Ohio; Jay Blankenship, Tucson, Arizona; Delmar Blankenship, Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Clyde O'Bryan, Manfsfield, Ohio; Mrs. Joe T. Layne, Olive Hill. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 a.m., Sunday at the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church with Edgar Hewlett and S. W. Funk of Olive Hill as officiating ministers. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 10 1964

    
BLANTON, Everett Sr.
1898-1964
Everett Blanton, Sr., 66, retired highway employee, died suddenly at his home at Staffordsville at 11:30 a.m., Monday, June 15. A son of the late Elzie and Mary Smith Blanton, he was born in Morgan County May 25, 1898, and had been a resident of Staffordsville for sevral years. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Donna Jayne Blanton; four sons, Everett Blanton, Jr., of this city; James Blanton, Pikeville; Mitchell Bayes, Dayton, Ohio; Paul Raymond, Tackett, Harold; a daughter, Mrs. Betty Hampton, Dayton, Ohio; a brother, Wallace Blanton of this city; two sisters, Ann Burke, Columbus, Ohio; Lizzie Walker. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Old Union Church at Staffordsville. Burial will be in the Jayne Cemetery at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 17 1964

    
COLLINS, Effie (Bowens)
1890-1964
Mrs. Effie B. Collins, 74, resident of Boons Camp, was pronounced dead on arrival at a local hospital at 2:30 p.m., Thursday, June 11,following a brief illness.  A daughter of the late George and Martha Collins Bowen, She was born in this county January 9, 1890 and had been a lifelong resident of Boons Camp.  She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church.  Surviving are her husband, Marion Collins; four sons, Elzie Collins, Williamsport; Willard and Frank Collins both of Wabash, Indiana; Marion Collins, Jr., Nippa; three daughters, Mrs Eva Mae Branham, Wabash, Ind., Mrs. Pearlie Meek, Williamsport; Mrs. Georgene Branham, Boons Camp; a brother, Johnny Bowen, Ashland; four half sisters, Cynthia Ward and Grace Bowen both of Boons Camp; Dixie Hale and Massey Ward both of Wabash, Ind.; a half brother, Jesse Bowen, W.Va. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Sunday at Boons Camp Freewill Baptist Church with Melvin Sesco as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Collins family cemetery at Williamsport.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday 6-7-64

    
COLVIN, Mary Lou (Kestner)
1884-1964
Mrs. Mary Lou Colvin, 80, resident of Lick Fork, died in a local hospital at 11:35 p.m., Thursday, June 4, after an illness of several weeks.  A daughter of the late Merhant and Angie Wheeler Kestner, she was born in this county May 21, 1884, and had lived at Lick Fork for several years.  She was a member of the Church of Christ. Her husband, Samuel Colvin, preceded her in death March 8, 1950.  Surviving are two sons, Woodrow Colvin, Dunham; Leonard Colvin, Swink, Okla.; two daughters, Mrs. Mabel Shay, Detroit, Michigan; Mrs. Dixie Oney, Lick Fork; a brother, Norris Kestner, Springfield, Ohio.  Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the East Point Church of Christ.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 10, 1964

    
DANIEL, Arnie
1909-1964
Arnie Daniel, 55, disabled miner of Thelma, died at his home at 11:45 p.m. Monday, June 15, after extended illness. A son of Lizzie Davis Daniel and the late Allen Daniel, he was born in this county, June 19, 1909, and had resided at Thelma most of his life.  Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Nancy Sammons Daniel; a son, Herbert Daniel of Dayton, OH; a daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Pruitt, Louisa; a brother, Ernest Daniel, Thelma; a sister, Mrs Sally Price, Alexandria, VA; a half sister Mrs. Elmer Daniel of Offutt.  Funeral services will be  conducted at 11:00 a.m. Thursday  at his home with Tom Sammons and Arthur Preece as officiating ministers.  Burial will be in the Gambill Cemetery at Thelma. Paintsville Herald, June 17, 1964

    
ESTEP, Ben
1884-1964
Ben Estep, 79, resident of this city, died in a Sharon, Pa., hospital Thursday, June 11, of a heart attack following a brief illness.  The son of the late John and Jane Stevens Estep, he was born in Floyd County June 27, 1884, but had resided in Johnson County most of his life.  He was a retired miner and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church.  His wife, Maudie Stambaugh Estep, preceded him in death October 10, 1957.  Surviving are four sons, Omery Estep, Phoenix, Arizona; Joel and Edgar Estep, Mechanicsburg, Ohio; Dewitt Estep, Frankfort; two daughters, Mrs. Ada Hyslop, Lexington; Mrs. Lydia M. Van Hoose, Brookfield, Ohio.  Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday at the Sitka Freewill Baptist Church with Claude Preston as officiating minister.  Burial was in the family cemetery at Sitka. Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 17, 1964

    
FAIRCHILDS, Ed
1879-1964
Ed Fairchilds, 85, resident of Staffordsville, died in a local hospital at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 16, after an illness of several weeks. A son of the late Asa and Sally Ratliff Fairchilds, he was born March 1, 1879, and had been a lifelong resident of Staffordsville, where he engaged in farming. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Laura Hitchcock Fairchilds; a son, Crate Fairchilds; six daughters, Mrs. Johnny Porter and Mrs. Grant Ward both of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Mrs. Tava Fairchilds and Mrs. Earl Conley both of this city; Mrs. Dewey Selvage and Mrs. Myrtle Taylor both of Staffordsville; a sister, Mrs. Nola Hannah, Staffordsville. Also surviving are 35 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Rock House Freewill Baptist Church with Millard Van Hoose and John Frank Ratliff as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Staffordsville Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY JUNE 24 1964

    
HARMON, Jesse
1940-1964
Jesse Harmon, 23, died in the Paintsville Methodist Hospital at 12:50 p.m., Saturday, June 6, after an extended illness. A lifelong resident of this city, he was born August 4, 1940, a son of William "Tuffy Bill" and Daisy Fannin Harmon.  He was a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include besides his parents, a brother, Billy Harmon, Jr., of Fairborn, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at the First Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. Robert Hart officiating.  Burial was in the Richmond Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 6-10-1964

    
HATFIELD, Alice E.
1870-1964
Mrs. Alice E. Hatfield, 93, resident of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, died in Martin Memorial Hospital at 5:30 a.m., Thursday, June 7, after an illness of three days. Mrs. Hatfield was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, March 6, 1870, and had lived in Mt. Vernon for the past thirty-seven years.  She was a member of the Church of God. She was preceded in death in 1926 by her husband, Robert Hatfield. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Lyda DeBoard, Lowmansville; Cora Larimore, Lexington; four sons, Jay Hatfield, Circleville, Ohio; William Hatfield, Ashland; Clyde and Vernon Hatfield both of Mt. Vernon, Ohio.  Also surviving are thirty-two grandchildren, sixty-two great-grandchildren and seventeen great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m, Saturday at the First Church of God, Lowmansville, with Scott Griffith and Thomas Reynolds as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 6-10-1964

    
LEMASTER, Floyd
1884-1964
Floyd Lemaster, 79, died at his home at Flat Gap at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, following a brief illness. A son of the late Joe and Polly Ann Pennington Lemaster, he was born July 15, 1884, in this county and had been a lifelong resident of Flat Gap, where he engaged in farming.  He was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Stella Adams Lemaster; a son, Jesse Lemaster, Columbus, Ohio; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Third Street Freewill Baptist Church, with Claude Preston and Scott Castle as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Paddy Flats Cemetery at Fuget. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 10, 1964

    
PELPHREY, Malcolm
1904-1964
W. Van Lear Man Dies In Miners Hospital Friday Funeral Services Held Monday For Malcolm Pelphrey Malcolm Pelphrey, 59, resident of West Van Lear, died in the Miners Memorial Hospital, Williamson, West Virginia, at 8:40 p.m., Friday, June 26, after an illness of seven months.  He was a son of the late John Pelphrey and Rose Pelphrey of West Van Lear, and was born October 4, 1904, at Barnetts Creek.  He had been a resident of West Van Lear for twenty-eight years and was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church.  He is survived by his wife, Cora Spradlin Pelphrey, whom he married in Paintsville, June 11, 1923; one son, John Pelphrey, Paintsville; three daughters, Mrs. Ocie Carter, New Boston, Ohio; Mrs. Viola Crothers, Jackson, Ohio; Mrs. Barbara Davis, Columbus, Ohio; two brothers, Sherman Pelphrey, Kopperston, West Virginia; Charles Pelphrey, Paintsville; four sisters, Mandy Spradlin, West Van Lear; Florence Espy, Fairborn, Ohio; Dorothy Conley, Prestonsburg; Jenny Conley, Mechanicsburg, Ohio.  Also surviving are five grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the Southside Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Bill Davidson as officiating minister.  Burial was in the Cumbo Cemetery at West Van Lear.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 1, 1964

    
RAMEY, Willie
1907-1964
Willie Ramey, 56, died at 9:00 p.m., Monday, June 19, at his home at East Point, following a series of heart attacks.  He had been in ill health for several years, but his death came unexpectedly.  He was born in Floyd County, September 1, 1907, a son of the late John W. and Betsy Ann Estep Ramey.  He was a retired miner and was Past Master of the East Point Lodge No. 657, F. & A.M.  Mr. Ramey was a member of the Johnson County Historical Society and was deeply interested in the history of this locality and its preservation.  He was a member of the Church of Christ. Surviving are his wife, Ola Castle Ramey, one son, Roy Ramey of Prestonsburg, one daughter, Mrs. Betty Hazelett of Paintsville, two brothers, Walter and John Henry Ramey, both of East Point, five sisters, Mrs. Mary McKenzie, Auxier, Ky., Mrs. Sola Puckett, Thealka, Mrs. Adeline Lilly and Mrs. Florence Webb, both of East Point, and Mrs. Pearl Sams, Wilmington, Ohio.  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 2, at the East Point Church of Christ, with S. C. Honeycutt and Harold Dicks officiating.  Graveside rites will be conducted by the East Point Lodge F. & A. M.  Burial will be in the family cemetery at Sitka.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 1, 1964

    
RILEY, Zebdee
1908-1964
Zebdee Riley, 56, resident of Cincinnati, Ohio, died in an Ashland hospital at 7:50 a.m., Wednesday, June 17, after an illness of several weeks.  He was a brother of Warren Riley of this city.  A son of Granville and Sylvina Henson Riley, he was born April 21, 1908, in Breathitt County and had made his home in Cincinnati for several years.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Dora Turner Riley.  Survivors also include a son, William Riley, Cincinnati, Ohio; two daughters, Eva May Riley and Imogene Riley both of Cincinnati; two sisters, Mrs. Laura Henson, Newport; Mrs. Rose Mulwell, Cincinnati.  Graveside rites were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday at Jackson and interment followed in the Riley Cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday June 24, 1964

    
SLUSS, Luraline
1937-1964
Mrs. Luraline Sluss, 27, resident of Barnetts Creek, died in a local hospital at 11:20 p.m., Monday, June 15, following a brief illness. A daughter of Hazel Crace Blair and the late John Sluss, she was born in Johnson County April 3, 1937, and had resided at Barnetts Creek most of her life. Survivors also include a daughter, Lathena Faye Rice, Barnetts Creek; three sisters, Mrs. Mildred Caudill, Miss Freda Blair, Miss Yvonna Blair, Barnetts Creek; two brothers, Charley Conley, Betsy Layne; John Wayne Blair, Barnetts Creek. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Thursday at the Barnetts Creek United Baptist Church with Lonza Reed and Francis Blair as officiating ministers. Burial will be in the Rice Cemetery at Barnetts Creek PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY June 17, 1964

    
SPARKS, Missouri Catherine (Phillips)
1874-1964
Mrs. Missouri Catherine Sparks, 90, well-known local resident, died at her home at Depot Road at 11:10 p.m., Saturday, June 20, after a five weeks’ illness. A daughter of the late William and Martha Phillips, she was born in this county January 19, 1874.  She became a member of the United Baptist Church in 1895, and remained throughout the years a loyal and devoted member. She was married September 2, 1891 to John Sparks, who preceded her in death. Survivors include three sons, O.B. Sparks, Union, Ohio; Oakley, J.O., and Chester Sparks all of this city; four daughters, Mrs. Alma Neeley, Hampton, Va.; Mrs. Mona Roth of this city; Mrs. Myrtle Buchanon, Newport News, Va.; two brothers, Rev. Sandy and Harry Phillips, Lucasville, Ohio.  Also surviving are 32 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at the United Baptist Church with Foster Rigsby, Tommy Bailey and O.L. Williams as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Sparks Cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY June 24, 1964

    
WHEATLEY, Grant
1891-1964
Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday for Grant Wheatley, 73, prominent Paintsville resident; who died in a local hospital at 1:30 a.m., Sunday, June 14, after an extended illness. A native of Johnson County and a lifelong resident, he was born February 19, 1891, a son of the late John Burns and Miranda Brown Wheatley. The family was widely known throughout the area where John B. Wheatley was recognized as a renonwned leader in the education field. Mr. Wheatley was a member of the First Methodist Church and a well-known businessman of the city. He served as manager of the Paintsville Water and Light Company; and before his retirement was employed as a salesman by the Shapleigh Hardware Co., of St Louis, Mo. Prior to his illness he was operating a merchandising establishment in this city. His genial personality was reflected by a characteristic friendliness, which won him many friends, and he was held in the highest esteem by his acquaintances and business asso ciates. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Lorana Fairchild Wheatley; a son, John Grant Wheatley of this city; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Frank, Gurnee, Ill.; a brother, Virgil Wheatley of this city; a sister, Mrs. Mary Layne, Anaheim, California. Services were conducted at the FIrst Methodist Church with the pastor, the Rev. Jeff H. Burton, and former pastor, the Rev. Robert Hart, officiating. Active pall bearers were Tollie Meade, O. T. Dorton, C. C. Williams, L. A. Jennings, Paul Stafford, J. E. Radcliffe and W. A. Johnson. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Montgomery, Russell Hager, Fred Adams, Leonard Short, Charles M. Wells, J. G. Newman, C. O. Wheeler, Jr., V. S. Williams, G. H. Rice, David Jones, Abe Barber, C. H. Vincent, Oscar Williams, Jr., and D. H. Dorton, Sr. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUNE 17 1964



JULY - 1964

ADAMS, Mary Edna
1893-1964
Mrs. Mary Edna Adams, 71, died at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 16, in a local hospital, following an illness of several weeks. Mrs. Adams was born January 23, 1893, the daughter of the late Sherman and Missouri Jane Webb Blair.  She had been a resident of Collista for eighteen years and was a member of the Collista Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband Marcus Adams; two sons, Mitchell Adams, Staffordsville, Richard Adams, Ashland; two daughters, Mrs. Stewart Conley, Van Lear; Mrs. James Jasper, Lynco, West Virginia; two brothers, Gordon Blair, Jenkins, Francis Blair, London, Ohio, two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, West Van Lear; and Mae Blair, Crittenden. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at the Collista Freewill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Claude Preston and the Rev. Alfred Frazier, Jr. officiating. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY July 22, 1964

   
BOYD, Catherine (Beasley)
1881-1964
Mrs. Catherine Boyd, 82, died Saturday, July 11, at the Paintsville Hospital following an illness of eleven days. A native of Lawrence County, she was born December 25, 1881, a daughter of Jack and Matilda Jones Beasley.  Mrs. Boyd had been a resident of Van Lear for a number of years and was a member of the United Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anderson Boyd, January 3, 1953. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Gracie Bowling and Mrs. Virgie Bowling, Wabash, Indiana; Mrs. Eula Mae Banks, Van Lear; two sisters, Mollie Williamson, Catlettsburg; Nora Combs, Huntington, West Virginia; one brother, Brit Beasley, Jacksonville, Florida. Also surviving are forty-six grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 13, at the Millers Creek Schoolhouse in Van Lear, with the Rev. William Tackett officiating. Burial was in the Butcher Cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY July 8, 1964

   
BURNETT, Henry Sr.
1887-1964
Henry C. Burnett, Sr. 77, died in a local hospital, Saturday, July 25, following an extended illness. He was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on May 22, 1887, a son of the late William and Margaret Hissong Burnette.  Mr. Burnette had been a resident of Van Lear for the past 35 years.  A retired miner and merchant he was a World War I veteran, a member of the Van Lear Lodge 885 F & AM and former Mayor of Van Lear. Survivors include his wife, Flossie Calhoun Burnette; one son, Henry Burnette, Huntington, West Virginia; five daughters, Mrs. Phillis Goodwin, Chicago, Illinois; Mrs. Betty Phelps, Phoenix, Arizona; Mrs. Martha Leonard, Thatcher, Arizona, Mrs. Patricia Murphy and Mrs. Madonna Clifton, Marion, Indiana.  Also surviving are 10 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 27, in the Van Lear Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. John G. Sammons officiating.  Masonic rites were conducted by Van Lear Lodge 885 F & AM. Burial was in the family cemetery at Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY July 29, 1964

   
CASTLE, Kate (Robinson)
1884-1964
Kate Castle, 80, well known resident of Turner Branch, died at her home at 5:40 a.m., Tuesday, July 7, after an extended illness. She was born May 17, 1884, the daughter of the late James H. and Rhoda Branham Robinson. She had been a resident of Turner Branch for several years and was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Lonnie Castle; one son, Arthur Castle, Turner Branch; one daughter, Mrs. Effie Stambaugh, Paintsville; one brother, William Robinson, Auxier; one sister, Mrs. Norma Sturgill, Thealka. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, July 9, at the Mouth of Rush Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Millard VanHoose and the Rev. Claude Preston officiating. Burial will be in the family cemetery at Turner Branch. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 8, 1964

   
CLAY, Willie
1964
Willie Clay Former Resident Dies In Ohio Willie (Bill) Clay, 46, a former resident of Johnson County, died Sunday, July 26, after an extended illness. A resident of Lima, Ohio, he has been employed for the past 10 years by Ford Motor Company of Lima.  Mr. Clay was a veteran of the Marine Corp and World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Hanshaw Clay, in 1959. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joanne Douglas, South Shore and Sharon Clay of Ashland; three sisters, Mrs. Sara Castle, Lowmansville; Mrs. Mamie Murray, Sitka; and Mrs. Exer Brown, Plain City, Ohio; four brothers, Irvin and Edgar Clay of River; Ollie Clay, Stambaugh; and Edward Clay of Ashland. Funeral services were held today in Ashland at 3:00 p.m. in the First Methodist Church. Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 1964

   
COLLINS, Margaret (Wells)
1884-1964
Mrs. Margaret L. Collins, 80, died at 1:00 a.m. Friday, July 3,at her home following a heart attack.  She was born at Odds, March 4, 1884, the daughter of the late Lafe and Minnie Wells.  She had been a resident of Daniels Creek during her entire lifetime and was a member of the Church of Christ.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Bailey Collins, June 24, 1958.  Survivors include three daughters Mrs.Jesse Howard, Mrs. Goldia Burke, and Mrs. Geneva Delong all of Van Lear; three sons Brooksie Collins, Van Lear; Home Collins, Van Lear; Howard Collins, Springfield, Ohio; one brother Chester Wells, Weeksbury; five sisters Josie Collins, Auxier; Virginia Blankenship, Huntington, West Virginia; Anna Thompson and Lucy Collins, Michigan; and Gracie Johnson, Weeksbury.  Also surviving are thirty- four grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at the Philadelphia Church of Christ on Johns Creek with the Rev. Spurgeon Honeycutt and Rev. J.H. Short officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Wells Cemetery at Daniels Creek.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday 7-8-64

   
COLVIN, Morris
1895-1964
Morris Colvin, 68, died in a local hospital Thursday, July 23, following an illness of one week.  Mr. Colvin was born September 15, 1895, a son of the late Albert and Laura Ann Spradlin Colvin.  A farmer, he was a member of the Baptist Church and had been a lifetime resident of Denver.  Survivors include his wife, Erie Arms Colvin; three sons, Leo Colvin, Barnetts Creek; Theodore Colvin, Leander; Richard Colvin, Columbus, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Ann Laura Johnson, Collista; Mrs. Katherine Colvin, Denver; Mrs. Bonnie Faye Colvin, Columbus, Ohio; two brothers, Claude Colvin, Staffordsville; Estill Colvin, Paintsville; four sisters, Mrs. Clara Kestner, Hager Hill; Mrs. Beulah Arms, Leander; Mrs. Shellie Blair, Chillicothe, Ohio; Mrs. Stella Mae Byser, Cincinnati, Ohio.  Also surviving are eleven grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Sunday, July 26, in the Denver Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. John G. Sammons and the Rev. Clifford Coleman officiating.  Burial was in the Denver Cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 29, 1964

   
CONLEY, Naomi (Friend)
1876-1964
Mrs. Naomi Conley, 86, of Ashland, died at 5:45 p.m. Friday in King's Daughters' Hospital. Mrs. Conley, born Dec. 12, 1876, in Floyd County, was the daughter of the late Edwin and Nancy Flannery Friend.  She was a member of the Jehovah's Witnesses. Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Monday at the Phillips Funeral Home in Ironton by the Jehovah's Witnesses.  Burial was in the Highland Memorial Gardens at South Point. Survivors include her husband, Lewis Conley; two daughters, Mrs. Leslie Smith of Pedro, Ohio and Mrs. Roland Samons of South Point; one son Edwin F. Conley, Sr., of Ashland; 15 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 7-10-1963

    
DAVIS, Frank W.
1920-1964
Mr. Frank W. Davis, 43, a former resident, died Friday, July 17, at the Veterans Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, after an extended illness. A son of the late John P. and Virgie Huff Davis, he was born October 20, 1920, in Johnson County. A disabled veteran, Mr. Davis was a resident of Dayton, Ohio, at the time of death. Survivors include his wife, Beaulah Richardson Davis; three sons, Roger, Frank, Jr., and Donald Davis all of Peru, Indiana; one step-son, Alfred Richards, Dayton, Ohio; one daughter, Linda Davis, Peru, Indiana; one step daughter, Sandra Richardson, Dayton, Ohio; one brother, Ivan Davis, Paintsville; three sisters, Mrs. Maxine Adams, Mansfield, Ohio; Mrs. Burnice Ward, Ft. Knox; and Mrs. Lois Collier, Flint, Michigan.  Funeral services were conducted at 9:00 a. m., Tuesday, July 21, at the Concord United Baptist Church with the Rev Elzie Banks and the Rev. John Crum officiating. Burial was in the Paintsville-Davis Cemetery at Davis Branch. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 22 1964

   
DILLS, James H.
1927-1964
James H. Dills, 37, a well known resident, died at 9:10 a.m., July 8, in a local hospital, after an illness of one year.  He was born in Johnson County, February 3, 1927, a son of A. F. and Leona Lemaster Dills.  Mr. Dills was a U. S. Navy Veteran and member of the Freewill Baptist Church.  He was a resident of Collista at the time of his death.  Survivors include his wife, Irene Burke Dills; one son, James Edward, at home; one daughter, Wanda Lee, at home; one brother, Bert R. Dills, Mt. Sterling; four sisters, Mrs. S. B. Wolf, Oxford, Miss.; Mrs. Don Stapleton, Detroit, Michigan; Mrs. Eugene Short, Meally; Miss Ann Dills, Wittensville.  Funeral service were conducted Friday, July 10, at 10:00 a.m., at the Third St. Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. John F. Ratliff, the Rev. Richard Williams and the Rev. Herbert Arms, officiating.  Burial was in Highland Memorial Cemetery.  Acting as pallbearers were Clarence Cooper, Berlin Griffith, Ray Conley, Hershell Bayes, William L. Trimble and Venell Meadows.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 15, 1964

   
DOLLARHIDE, Russell
1907-1964
Russell Dollarhide, 57, formerly of Van Lear, died in a Lexington rest home, Sunday, July 5, after an extended illness.  A disabled miner he was born in Johnson County, February 15, 1907, a son of the late Albert and Tellie Butcher Dollarhide.  He is survived by two brothers, John Dollarhide, Wabash, Indiana, and Charlie Dollarhide, Van Lear.  Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 8, at the Millers Creek School with the Rev. Elza Banks and the Rev. John Crum officiating. Burial was in the Butcher Cemetery at Van Lear.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 8, 1964

   
EALEY, Sudia (Trimble)
1884-1964
Mrs. Sudia Ealey, 79, died at 11:35 p.m., Saturday, July 25, at her home after a seven months illness.  A daughter of William and Sarah Vanhoose Trimble, she was born December 23, 1884, at Barnetts Creek.  Mrs. Ealey was a member of the United Baptist Church and had been a resident of Barnetts Creek her entire life.  Survivors include her husband, George Ealey; four sons, Marshall Ealey, Barnetts Creek; Arnold Ealey, Newport News, Virginia; Orville Ealey, Newport News, Virginia; G. C. Ealey, Newport News, Virginia; three daughters, Mrs. Clyde Williams, Oil Springs; Mrs. Robert Reed, Baltimore, Maryland; Mrs. Bill Robinson, Jr.; Paintsville; four brothers, James V. Trimble, West Van Lear; Pierce Trimble, Oil Springs; Newt Trimble, Blaine; Thurman Trimble, Kilburn, Ohio; one sister, Miss Laura Trimble, Barnetts Creek.  Also surviving are 24 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, at the home with the Rev. Lonza Reed and the Rev. Millard O’Bryan as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Ealey Cemetery.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 29, 1964

   
FAIRCHILD, Emma
1890-1964
Sunday, July 26 Emma Fairchild, 73, died Friday, July 24, at the home of a sister, after an extended illness. A daughter of the late John and Rosa Horn Fairchild, she was born November 6, 1890, in Johnson County.  A member of the Freewill Baptist Church she had been a resident of Colista her entire life. Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Ada Blair and Mrs. Gypsie Conley, Collista; Mrs. Mary Jane Pratt, East Point; two brothers, Walter Fairchild, Lowmansville; and Kirk Fairchild, Monticello. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 26, in the Collista Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Claude Preston, the Rev. Charlie Lemaster and the Rev. Scott Castle officiating. Burial was at East Point in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY July 29, 1964

   
FYFFE, Earlie
1854-1964
Earlie Fyffe, 65, died Sunday, July 20, at his home. Mr. Fyffe was born in Morgan County August 1, 1854, a son of the late John  and Martha Slusher Fyffe.  A carpenter, Mr. Fyffe had been a resident of  Keaton for several years. Survivors include his wife, Eva Osborne Fyffe; two sons, Homer and Lowell  Fyffe, Keaton; five daughters, Mrs. Nellie Rigsby, Mrs. Hazel Skaggs, Mrs.  Marie Stamper and Mrs. Lorean Cantrell, all of Keaton, Mrs. Dixie Barker,  Ashland; one sister, Mrs. Beattie Skaggs, East Chicago, Illinois;  Also  surviving are twenty one grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 28, at 1:00 p.m. in the Keaton  Enterprize Baptist Church with the Rev. Herman Ross and the Rev. Herbert  Phillips officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Keaton. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 1964

   
GOLDEN, Anna (Blevins)
1904-1964
Mrs. Anna Golden, 70, died Wednesday, July 29, in a local hospital, after a brief illness. A daughter of J. H. and Jane Bowen Blevins, she was born Mar 31 1904, in Martin County.  Mrs. Golden was a member of the United Baptist Church and had been a resident of Paintsville for forty-three years.  Mrs. Golden was preceded in death by her husband, George Golden on December 14, 1961.  Survivors include one son, Edgel Golden, Thealka; one daughter, Mrs. Georgie Nelson, Thealka; two brothers, Levi Blevins, New London, OH;  Ranee Blevins, Florida; three sisters, Mrs. Crit Williams, Virginia; Mrs. Cora Moore and Mrs. Lillie Daniel, Thealka; Also surviving are thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.  The grandsons served as pallbearers. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 1, in the Paintsville United Baptist Church with the Rev. Cully Sparks officiating.  Burial was in the Golden Cemetery at Thealka.  Paintsville Herald, August 5, 1964.

   
LEMASTER, Earl
1914-1964
Earl Lemaster, 49, died at his home in Columbus, Ohio, Tuesday, July 28. A son of Ernest and Goldie Melvin Lemaster, he was born October 16, 1914. Mr. Lemaster had been a resident of Columbus, Ohio, for seven years. He is survived by his wife, Sadie Marie Lemaster, whom he married March 16, 1934, at Paintsville. Other survivors include four sons, Earl Douglas Lemaster, Columbus, Ohio; Ernest Gene Lemaster, Columbus, Ohio; Robert Carl Lemaster, Fort Sam Houston; Billy Thomas Lemaster, Columbus, Ohio; one daughter, Corine Powers, Reynoldsburg, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Ted Conley, Columbus, Ohio; three half-sisters, Mrs. Paul Varny, Mrs. Shirley Jordon, and Mrs. Louise Hammond. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 30, at 1:30 p.m. in the Freewill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Scott Castle and the Rev. John Frank Ratliff officiating. Burial will be in the Staffordsville Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 1964

   
PICKLESIMER, Thelma (Becker)
1906-1964
Rites Held Today Thelma Picklesimer, 58, died suddenly Sunday, July 19, at her home on Forth Street. She was born September 17, 1906, in Scottsburg, Indiana, a daughter of Herbert A and Cora Parks Becker.  Mrs. Picklesimer was a member of the Church of Christ and has been a resident of Paintsville for the past thirty years. She was married June 28, 1925, to Dr. F. M. Picklesimer, who survives. Other survivors include one son, Frank M. Picklesimer, Jr., Lexington; one daughter, Betty Lou Lundgren, Lexington; one brother, Homer H. Becker, Jeffersonville, Indiana; three sisters, Mrs. Elanor Wolford, Jefforsonville, Indiana; Mrs. Vivian Applegate, Seymour; Mrs. Lloyd Mullins, Lexington. Also surviving are six grandchildren. Pallbearers were Warnie Short, Doug Plummer, Walter Meek, George Chad Perry, III, Dr. S. H. Bowen, Edward Williams, Bill Salyer, Bill Ward and Frank Webb. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m., today in the mealy Church of Christ with J. H. Short as the officiating minister. Burial was in the Mayo Cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday July 22, 1964

   
POTTER, Paul
1907-1964
Paul Potter, 56, a well known resident, died Saturday, July 4, at a Louisa hospital, after a brief illness. He was born in Lawrence County, November 24, 1907, a son of the late K. C. and Carrie Soard Potter.  He had been a resident of Thelma for the past fifteen years. Mr. Potter was a retired Lineman for the C & O Railway and a member of the Masonic Lodge. Surviving are his wife, Amanda Elizabeth Mollette Potter; two sons, K. C. Potter, Nashville, Tenn., and Jerry Potter, Thelma; one daughter, Mrs. Ann Johnson, Paintsville; two brothers, Raymond Potter, Columbus, Ohio, and Roy Potter, Louisa; two sisters, Mrs. Pauline Faust, La Mesa, California and Mrs. Evelyn Brasher, El Cajon, California. Also surviving are 2 grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 6, at the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. J. H. Short, the Rev. Charles Saunders and the Rev. Edgar Preston officiating. Graveside rites were conducted by the Masonic Lodge. Burial was in the Potter Family Cemetery at Louisa. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JUL. 8, 1964

   
SWORD, Stella M.
1875-1964
Mrs. Stella M. Sword, 88, died at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 11, at the Paintsville Clinic following an illness of two days. She was born in Martin County, December 12, 1875, a daughter of Wes and Mary Cassady Maynard.  Mrs. Sword had been a resident of Paintsville for eighteen months and was a member of the Christian Science faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Sword, October 22, 1953. Survivors include one son, Lon W. Sword, Pikeville; two daughters, Mrs. Nell Wiser and Mrs. Rissie Vaughan, both of Paintsville. Also surviving are eight grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, at the Baker Funeral Home. Burial was in a Pikeville Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 7-16-1964

   
TACKETT, Ella (Lemaster)
1878-1964
Mrs. Ella Lemaster Tackett, 85, a former resident, died Sunday, July 12, at the home of a son in Rio Grand, Ohio. She was born in Johnson County, August 27, 1878, a daughter of the late Harrison and Lou Emma Castle. She was first married to G. W. Lemaster, who died in 1920, and later married Craig Tackett, who died in 1959.  Mrs. Tackett was a member of the United Baptist Church. Survivors include one son, Edgel Lemaster, Rio Grande, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Oscar Estep, Fuget; Mrs. Gladys McCarty, Oil Springs; Mrs. Emma Fairchild, Beaver, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Merzie Brown, Sitka. Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 14, at the home of Oscar Estep, with the Rev. Lonza Reed and the Rev. Tommie Bailey officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery on Cantrell’s Creek. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Jul.15 1964

   
VANCE, James
1926-1964
James Vance, 86, a former resident, died Thursday, July 16, in the Mt. Carmel Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, after an illness of seven months. A son of Hattie Murray Young and the late Monroe Young, he was born at Van Lear, March 22, 1926.  A veteran of the U.S. Navy and Army and an employee of General Motors Corporation.  Mr. Young has been a resident of Columbus, Ohio, for eleven years. His survivors include his wife, Faye Castle Young, whom he married in 1953; one son, James Jr.; on daughter, Betty Jeane, both at home; five brothers, Herbert Young, Barnetts Creek; Herschell Young, Lowmansville; Jay Young, Huntington, West Virginia; Clarence Young, San Francisco, California, Lawrence young, Columbus, Ohio; and one sister, Mrs. Georgia Little Huntington, West Virginia. Funeral services were held Monday, July 20 at 10:00 am, in the Lowmansville United Baptist Church with the Rev. Charley Hackney and the Rrev. Foster Grim officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 22, 1964

   
WARD, George Jr.
1915-1964
George Ward, Sr., 49, a former resident, died Monday, July 27, unexpectedly at his home in Ashville, Ohio. A son of Josephine Conley Ward and the late William Ward, he was born May 9, 1915 in Johnson county.  An auto body repairman, he had been a resident of Ashville, Ohio for one year. He is survived by his wife, Essie Bowen Ward. Other survivors include four sons, Henry Davis Ward and William B. Ward, Columbus, Ohio; George Ward, Jr., Lancaster, Ohio; Charles Ray Ward, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Mary Dixon, Columbus, Ohio; Lois Jean Ward, at home; three sisters, Mrs. Grace Johnson, Sugar Grove, Ohio; Mrs. Josephine Dutton, Springfield, Ohio; and Mrs. Dora Gullett, Paintsville. Funeral rites were conducted today at 1:30 p.m., in the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. Scott Castle officiating. Burial was in the Butcher Cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 7-29-1964

   
WILSON, Matie (Akers)
1885-1964
Mother of Mrs. Cyrus Die at Louisa Mrs. Matie Akers Wilson, 79, mother of Mrs. Sheridan Cyrus of Paintsville, died Friday morning in the home of her son, Lawrence Wilson of Louisa. She was born on Route 1, Louisa, April 23, 1885, daughter of the late John H. and Mary Jane Greer Akers.  Her husband, Millard Wilson, died in 1943. Surviving are three other daughters, Mrs. Rilda Collins of Ft. Gay, W. Va.; Mrs. J. D. Bowman and Mrs. Jack McCabe of West Jefferson, Ohio; three sons, Lawrence of Louisa, John of Louisa, and Carl of Stanley, Kan. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the Curtright Funeral Home, and burial was in the Akers Cemetery at Louisa. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY JULY 8, 1964



AUGUST - 1964

AMBURGEY, Donlson
1917-1964
Amburgey Rites Held August 28 - Donlson Amburgey, 47, died August 25, at his home at Meally following a heart attack.  He was born March 3, 1917, in Floyd County, a son of Carlis and Birdie Preston Amburgey.  Mr. Amburgey has been a resident of Meally for one year.  Survivors include four sons, Westly, Mike, Donna and Ronnie Amburgey, Dayton, Ohio; one daughter, Catherine Amburgey, Dayton, Ohio; two brothers, Fletcher Amburgey, Middlesboro; Elmer Amburgey, Dayton, Ohio; three sisters, Shirley Adcock, Haines City, Fla.; Helen Baker, Akron, Ohio; Carlos C. Evans, Davis Branch.  Funeral services were conducted Friday, August 28, at the home of Elzie Evans, on Davis Branch with the Rev. Glen Davis and the Rev. John Ratliff as officiating ministers. Members of the D.A.V. served as pallbearers.  Burial was in the Evans Cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sept 2, 1964

    
BUTCHER, Atley
1896-1964
Atley Butcher Dies August 20 Atley Butcher, 68, died August 20, in the Veterans Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia, following an illness of three years. He was born at Williamsport, July 20, 1896, a son of John W. and Julia Davis Butcher.  A retired miner he was a member of the United Baptist Church. Survivors include three brothers, Hershell Butcher, Williamsport; Glen Butcher, Paintsville; Billie Butcher, Miamisburg, Ohio; two sisters, Grace Marcum, Williamsport; Maxie Shelley, Chattanooga, Tenn. Funeral services were held Monday in the Old Friendship United Baptist Church with the Rev. Nim Sturgill and the Rev. Ivan Butcher officiating. Burial was in the Butcher cemetery at Williamsport. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY August 26, 1964

    
BUTCHER, Ollie (Williams)
1895-1964
Mrs. Ollie Butcher, 69, died on August 3, in the Paintsville Hospital after an illness of two weeks. Born at Williamsport, on March 1, 1895, she was the daughter of James and Martha Deboard Williams. Mrs. Butcher was a member of the United Baptist Church and had been a lifetime resident of Williamsport. She is survived by her husband, Beecher Butcher, whom she married January 1, 1913. Other survivors include eight sons, Beecher Butcher, Jr., Eldorado, Kansas; Danny B; Butcher, Pikeville; Douglas and Ivan Butcher, Meally; Donnis Butcher, Detroit, Michigan; Jimmy and Henry Butcher, Dayton, Ohio; four daughters, Mrs. Jo Mills; Paintsville; Mrs. Cathleen Penix, Williamsport; Mrs. Georgene Barnett, Stanton; Mrs. Anita Gay Walters, Dayton, Ohio. Four sisters, May Rose, Williamsport; Juanita Letiner, Vandalia, Ohio; Ruth Preston, Hamilton, Ohio; four brothers, John B. and James Williams, Williamsport; Bob Williams, Paintsville; Everett Williams,  Wayland.  Also surviving are twenty-three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted today at 10:30 am, in the Old Friendship United Baptist Church at Williamsport with the Rev. Nim Sturgill, the Rev. Glen Arrowood, and the Rev. Earl Muncy officiating. Burial was in the Beecher Butcher Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5, 1964

    
CASTLE, Arch
1964
Arch Castle, 76, Of Melvin Dies In Hospital Arch Castle, 76, of Melvin, formerly of Lawrence County, died Saturday, August 22, at the McDowell Hospital after a long illness. A former miner, Mr. Castle was born in Lawrence County, the son of the late Jack and Bethie Castle. Survivors include two sons, Charley Castle, Lorain, Ohio, Arch Castle, Jr., East Sparta, Ohio; one daughter, Hazel Henry, Melvin; one brother, Charley Castle, Louisa. Also surviving are twenty grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 25, at the Preston Cemetery with the Rev. Bird Webb officiating. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 2, 1964

    
CASTLE, Beulah (Saddler)
1892-1964
Mrs. Beulah Castle Dies in Hospital Mrs. Beulah Castle, 72, died Tuesday, August 18, in a local hospital following an extended illness. Born May 5, 1892, she was the daughter of the late Elliott and Priscilla Akers Saddler. She was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church and had been a resident of Johnson County all her life. She was preceded in death by her husband Con Castle, April 4, 1951. Survivors include two sons, Lofty Castle, Nashville, Tenn.; Homer Castle, Nippa; three daughters, Mrs. Numa Daniel and Mrs. Vonda Vanhoose, Nippa; Mrs. Ruth Mucklow, River; one sister, Mrs. Rosa Wilcox, Wittensville; two brothers, Johnny Saddler, Urbana, Ohio and Victor Saddler, West Virginia. Funeral services were held Friday, August 21, in the Mouth of Rush Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Millard VanHoose, the Rev. C. C. Hall and the Rev. Scott Castle officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Nippa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September, 2, 1964

    
CASTLE, Oscar
1964
Oscar Castle, 80, died Saturday, August 15, at the home of a son, Raymond Castle, at White House, following an illness of one year. He was preceded in death by his wife Jennie Castle. Survivors include five sons, Ralph Castle, Urbana, Ohio; Russell Castle, Conway, Virginia; Raymond Castle, White House; Melvin Castle, circleville, Ohio; Clifford Castle, Offutt; two daughters, Mrs. Thelma Ramey, Big Rock, Virginia; Mrs. Goldie Grayson, Louisa; three brothers, Lum Castle, Tutor Key; Jessie Castle; John Castle, Tutor Key; one sister, Mrs. John Butcher. Funeral services were held Monday, August 17, in the Offutt School with the Rev. Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in the Offutt Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 19, 1964

    
COFFEE, Rosa (Wheeler)
1880-1964
Mrs. Rosa Coffee Dies In Ashland Mrs. Rosa Wheeler Coffee Eighty-four years old, of 1935 High St, Ashland, died in an Ashland hospital Saturday evening after an extended illness. She was born in Johnson County, June 21, 1880, and had been a resident of Ashland since 1926. She was a daughter of the late William B. and Judy Ann Green Wheeler.  She was a member of the Licking Valley United Baptist Church in Magoffin County. Surviving is one son, Willie Cox of Ashland; one daughter, Mrs. Cloys Potts of Ashland; 17 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Monday at 2 p.m. at the Oak Springs United Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Turner and Rev. Everett Slone officiating.  Burial was in an Ashland Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 12, 1964

    
ESTEP, Myrtle
1886-1964
Mrs. Myrtle Estep, 78, died August 17, in Versailles after an illness of one year. She was born April 25, 1886, a daughter of the late Frank and Lizzie White Moore.  A former resident of Johnson County, Mrs. Estep was a member of the Baptist Church. Her husband, Jesse Estep, preceded her in death in 1952.  Survivors include two sons, George Estep, Paintsville; Jesse Estep, Independence, Missouri; two daughters, Mrs. T. H. Lidendecker, Versailles; Mrs. C. D. Edens, Burkesville; two brothers, Ed Moore, West Van Lear; Bill Moore, Prestonsburg.  Also surviving are six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. today in the Third Street Free Will Baptist Church with the Rev. Claude Preston and the Rev. John Sammons.  Burial was in the Estep Cemetery at Collista. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 19, 1964

    
FERGUSON, Paul
1922-1964
Paul Ferguson, 41, died Sunday, August 9, in a local hospital following a brief illness. A son of Charles and Burbridge Price Ferguson, he was born September 10, 1922, in Johnson County. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and a miner Mr. Ferguson was a resident of Van Lear. Surviors include his wife, Nancy McKenzie Ferguson; one son, Paul Edward Jr. of Van Lear; four brothers, Willis Dena Ferguson, Ashland; John Thurman Ferguson, Columbus, Ohio; Sammy Charles Ferguson, U.S. Army, Japan; Earl Lloyd Ferguson, Van Lear; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Ada Price, Thelma; Mrs. Patsy Faye Ward, Van Lear. Funeral services were held today at 1:00 p.m. in the Concord United Baptist Church with the Rev. Buel Ferguson and the Rev. Nim Sturgill officiating. Burial was in the Price Family cemetery at Thelma. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 12 1964

    
HOWARD, Shellie (Collins)
1886-1964
Mrs. Shellie Howard of Ypsilanti, Michigan, died August 31, at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan, after a long illness. She was born October 12, 1886, the daughter of the late Peter and Rachel Arms Collins. She was married to Lewis Howard in 1918, who preceded her in death in 1933.  Mrs. Howard had been a resident of Michigan for the last 30 years. Survivors include one son, Virgil Howard, Tutor Key; three daughters, Mrs. Maggie Hall, Mrs. Virginia Cribelar and Mrs. Lillian McKenzie all of Ypsilanti, Michigan; one brother, Sam Collins, Paintsville. Also surviving are nineteen grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services were held at the Toms Creek United Baptist Church, Thursday, September 3, with the Rev. F. F. Rigsby, the Rev. O. I. Williams and the Rev. C. J. Sparks officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Tutor Key. PAINTSVILLE HERALD   WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 1964

    
HURT, Winfield
1889-1964
Winfield Hurt, 75, Dies on Aug. 27 Winfield Hurt, 75, was pronounced dead on arrival at a local hospital Thursday, August 27.  Born in Johnson County, May 27, 1889, he was a son of the late Robert and mary Music Hurt.  A resident of Van Lear, he was a World War I veteran and formerly with the C&O Railway.  Survivors include his wife, Mintie Goble Hurt; one son, Hershell Hurt, Pierceton, Ind.; one daughter, Mrs. Flossie Blevins, West Van Lear; two brother, Ike Hurt, Lawrence, Michigan; Bill Hurt, East Point; three sisters, Mrs. Priscilla Reed, East Point; Mrs. Luda Tackett, West Van Lear; Mrs. Sola Caudill, Bloomdale, Ohio.  Funeral services were held Saturday, August 29, at his home with J. H. Short officiating.  Burial was in the family cemetery at West Van Lear.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 2, 1964

    
LEWIS, Ely
1964
Ely Lewis, 90, brother of Boons Camp residents, died Thursday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Beulah Williamson, in Prestonsburg. Mr. Lewis was a native of Inez, a son of the late John and Martha Graybell Lewis. A retired farmer, Mr. Lewis had spent the major portion of his life in Inez. Surviving are another daughter, Mrs. Gladys Horner, Walbridge, O., three sons, Herbert Lewis of Richmond, Homer Lewis and John Lewis of Ashland, three brothers, Frank Lewis and Robey Lewis of Boons Camp, and Hiliary Lewis of Louisa, one sister, Mrs. Ema Harmon of Jenkins. Funeral services were held Sunday in Prestonsburg with burial in Sidney, Ky. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUGUST 19 1964

   
PACK, Ernie
1906-1964
Ernie Pack, 58, died August 21, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born May 27, 1906, at Boons Camp, and was a redient of Millberry, Ohio, at the time of death.  Mr. Pack was a C & O Railroad carman. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Wells Pack, whom he married May 10, 1958, in Carlton, Michigan. Other survivors include one son, Ernie Pack, Jr., McClure, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Harold Hammonds, Prestonsburg; one brother, John Pack, Williamsport; two sisters, Betty Daniels, Waltz, Michigan; Mary Knight, Greenville, Mississippi. Also surviving are six grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 25, in the Wells Chapel Methodist Church at Boons Camp, with the Rev. Robert Meece officiating. Burial was in the Wells Cemetery at Boonscamp. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY  AUG. 26, 1964

   
RATLIFF, Henry
1933-1964
Henry Ratliff, 31, was killed Saturday, August 22, when a guyline he was moving from a power pole made contact with a 7600 – volt high tension wire at the home of his mother, Mrs. Martha Ratliff, on Barnetts Creek.  The guywire was an obstruction in the line of a tree Mr. Ratliff was planning to cut down.  He was a former resident of Barnetts Creek, but was residing in Columbus, Ohio at the time of his death. Born August 18, 1933, he was a son of Martha Spradlin Ratliff and the late Pharmer Ratliff.  Survivors include his mother, Martha Ratliff; his wife, Menda Ratliff, one step-son, Jimmy Doycheff, Columbus, Ohio; one step-daughter, Janett Doycheff, Columbus, Ohio; five brothers, Charles Donald and William P. Ratliff, Columbus, Ohio; John T. Ratliff, Johnstown, Ohio; Marlion Ratliff, Medella, Ohio; Jack Ratliff, Enid, Oklahoma; three sisters, Mrs. Anna Jo Reed, Franklin, Ohio; Mrs. Peggy Blair, Barnetts Creek; and Mrs. Maybelene Ramey, Delaware, Ohio.  Funeral services were held Tuesday, in the Spears Funeral Home, Columbus, Ohio.  Burial was in the Sunset Memorial Park in Columbus.  Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 26, 1964

   
RICE, Bruce
1898-1964
Bruce Rice, 65, died Monday, August 31, in a local hospital.  Mr. Rice was born December 25, 1898, a son of John E. and Mary Stapleton Rice.  A farmer, he had spent his entire life at Flat Gap. Survivors include one brother, Walter Rice, South Shore; three sisters, Rhoda Rice, Flat Gap; Mrs. Fred Williams, Red Bush; and Mrs. Ollie Woodard, Portsmouth, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 2, in the Bethel Church at Flat Gap, with the Rev. Lonza Reede and the Rev. Tommy Bailey officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Flat Gap. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY September 9, 1964

   
RIFFE, Carl D.
1964
Prestonsburg, Ky., Aug. 3 – Carl D. Riffe, 47, died at his home here at 11:15 p.m. Sunday after an illness of 15 months.  He was a son of the late James D. and Lou Childers Riffe and was a native of Ashland.  He represented the E. W. King Company, Bristol, Va.-Tenn., and was a member of Irene Cole Memorial Baptist Church here. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Mary Aileen Montague Riffe, of Prestonsburg; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Butt, Sacramento, Calif., and Mrs. Mossa Mirzaian, of Teheran, Iran; and one sister, Mrs. Charles Fox, Ashland, Kentucky.  Funeral arrangements were incomplete Monday, pendin the arrival from Iran of his daughter. Paintsville Herald Wednesday August 5, 1964

   
STAMBAUGH, Nina Marie (Jacobs)
1964
Mrs. Nina Marie Stambaugh, 78, died August 27, in the Booth Memorial Hospital in Covington. She is survived by her husband, the Rev. Frank M. Stambaugh, who was a former pastor of the First Christian Church of Paintsville. Other survivors include four sons, W. Troy Stambaugh, Defiance, Ohio; Frank M. Stambaugh, Jr., Chicago Heights, Illinois; Paul R. Stambaugh, Paducah; Harry G. Stambaugh, Lexington; one daughter, Miss Mary Stambaugh, Covington; one brother, Will Jacobs, Johnson City, Illinois; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Stevenson, Johnson, Illinois; Mrs. Raymond Grafton, Johnson City, Illinois; Mrs. W. E. Grisson, Lakeville, Florida; Mrs. Leon Noonan, St. Louis, Missouri. Survivors also include six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services were held Saturday, August 29, in the First Christian Church in Covington. Burial was in the Forrest Lawn Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 1964

   
WEBB, Haskell
1896-1964
Haskell Webb, 69, died Tuesday, August 25, in a local hospital after an illness of one year. A son of the late Scott and Ann Spears Webb, he was born in Johnson County, March 2, 1896.  Formerly a resident of West Van Lear, he was residing in Paintsville at the time of death.  Mr. Webb was a member of the United Baptist Church, a World War l veteran, and a retired C&O Railway employee. Survivors include his wife, Agnes Conley Webb; two sons, John Charles Webb, Cincinnati, Ohio; Fred Webb, Paintsville; five daughters, Mrs. Roberta Ebling, Warren, Ohio; Mrs. Pauline Grim, Paintsville; Mrs. Ernestine Fitch, Williamson, W. Va.; Mrs. Louise Bice and Mrs. Maurine Castle, Columbus, Ohio; three sisters, Mrs. Bertha George, Whitehouse; Mrs. Nettie Ratliff, Lackey; Mrs. Minnie Estep, Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted Friday, August 28, 1964, in the Jones and Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. Elzie Banks and Rev. John Crum officiating. Burial was in the Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 9-2-1964

    
WHITAKER, Frank
1885-1964
Frank Whitaker, 79, died Sunday, August 2, in a local hospital after an extended illness. Mr. Whitaker was born in Floyd County, February 19, 1885, a son of the late James and Rebecca Puckett Whitaker.  A resident of West Van Lear for the past thirty-two years, he was a miner and Engineer for Inland Gas Co., and a member of the Whitaker Freewill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Nora Fitchpatrick Whitaker. Survivors include two sons, Vernon Whitaker, West Van Lear; Paul H. Whitaker, Columbus, Ohio; one daughter, Ruth Pack, Obetz, Ohio; two brothers, Tom Whitaker, Waverly, Ohio; Cleveland Whitaker, Whitaker; five sisters, Mrs. Marie Blair, Collista; Mrs. Dora Blair, West Van Lear; Mrs. Laura Robinson, Ashland; Mrs. Cora Kaindle, Coralton, Michigan; Miss Clara Whitaker, West Van Lear. Funeral services were held today in the Whitaker Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Dewey Conley, the Rev. Bruce Spencer and the Rev. Don Fraley officiating. Burial was in the Whitaker Cemetery at Whitaker. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY AUG. 5, 1964



SEPTEMBER - 1964

AKERS, Martha (Fyffe)
1905-1964
Martha Kelly Akers, 59, died September 10, in the St. Marys Hospital in Huntington, W. Va., following an illness of several days. Born at Relief, May 1, 1905, she was a daughter of Joseph and Cynthia Ferguson Fyffe.  A member of the Enterprise Baptist Church, Mrs. Akers has been a resident of Red Bush for 30 years. Survivors include her husband, Samuel Akers; one son, Herschell Kelly, Middletown, Ohio; five daughters, Mrs. Roy Hill, London, Ohio; Mrs. Roy Fyffe, Red Bush; Mrs. Dewey Brown, Jr., Cannonsburg; Mrs. Gerald Fisher, Springfield, Ohio; Mrs. Freddie Ison, Moon; four brothers, John Henry Fyffe, Staffordsville; Jay Fyffe, Red Bush; Alva Fyffe, Blaine; Alonzo Fyffe, Manchester, New Hampshire; one sister, Mrs. Millard Fyffe. Funeral rites were conducted at the Red Bush Enterprise Baptist Church September 13, with the Rev. Ellis Hamilton, the Rev. Robie Ferguson and Rev. Emmerson Ferguson as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Family Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY September 16, 1964

   
BAXTER, Erwin E.
1881-1964
Baxter Rites Held Today at South Hill Erwin E. Baxter, 82, died Monday, September 28, in a local hospital following an extended illness. He was born November 23, 1881, a son of the late James Alvis and Nancy Pendley Baxter.  A farmer by occupation, he was a resident of South Hill. Survivors include his wife, Lura Beliles Baxter; two sons; one daughter, Mrs. Harold M. Rice, Paintsville, two sisters and two brothers. Funeral services were held today, at the Bethel Church at South Hill, Kentucky. Burial was in the Bethel Cemetery at South Hill. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY September 30, 1964

    
CANTRELL, Amos
1887-1964
Amos Cantrell, 77, died Tuesday, September 29, in a local hospital, following an illness of two years. Born in Magoffin County, April 16, 1887, he was a son of the late George and Nancy Jane Salyers Cantrell.  He had been a resident of Oil Springs for the past twenty years and was a farmer by occupation. He is survived by his wife, Clara Conley Cantrell, whom he married at Oil Springs in 1905. Other survivors include seven sons, Walter Cantrell, West Van Lear, Wayne Cantrell, Woodstock, Ohio, Fonza Granville, George, and Billy Cantrell all of Mechanicsburg, Ohio; Bobby Cantrell, London, Ohio; Three daughters, Mrs. Dixie Music, Mechanicsburg, Ohio; Mrs. Esta Blentinger, Plumwood, Ohio; Mrs. Gertrude Miller, Irwin, Ohio; and one sister, Mrs. Mary Jones, West Van Lear. Funeral services were held Friday, October 2, in the Old Springs Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles Stapleton and the Rev. Charles Stapleton and the Rev. Robert Meece as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Oil Springs. PAINTSVILLE HEARLD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7, 1964

    
DUTTON, Willie
1899-1964
Mr. Willie Dutton, 65, died at 9:00 a.m., September 21, in the Paintsville Hospital, following an illness of five years.  A son of Ben and Cyanthia Perry Dutton, he was born September 3, 1899, at Boonscamp.  A lifetime resident of Boonscamp he was a member of the Freewill Baptist.  He is survived by his wife, Emma Ward Dutton; six son, Palmer Dutton, Amherst, Ohio; Paul Dutton, Elyria, Ohio; B. J. Dutton, Boonscamp; Henry Dutton, Birmingham, Ohio; Mitchell Dutton, Lorain, Ohio; Walter Dutton, Wyandott, Michigan; one daughter, Mrs. Louise Melven, Paintsville; one brother, Virgil Dutton, Army, Fort Know; one sister, Mary Daniel, Wabash, Ind.  Also surviving are fourteen grandchildren.  Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 23, at his home at Boonscamp.  Burial was in the Dutton cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sept 23, 1964

   
FAIRCHILD, Della Faye
1961-1964
Della Faye Fairchild, 2, died at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, September 19, in a local hospital following an illness of two days. She was born December 11, 1961, a daughter of Ray and Della Centers Fairchild at Barnetts Creek. Survivors other than her parents are ten sisters. Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, September 21, in the Green Valley School, with the Rev. Scott Castle as officiating minister. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 7, 1964

  
HORN, Taylor
1895-1964
Taylor Horn, 69, died Thursday, September 24, at his home in Jenkins,following a brief illness. A son of the late Walker and Martha Hibbets Horn, he was born January 5, 1895, in Floyd County. He has been a resident of Jenkins for 12 years; he was formerly of Van Lear. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elva Mae Music Horn, in December 1940. Survivors include his wife Emma Reynolds Horn; three sons, Hershell Horn, Crestline, Ohio; Samuel and Taylor Horn, Jr. Toledo, Ohio; three daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Delong and Mrs. Nora Lene Peity, Wabash, Indiana; Mrs. Ruth Fike, Toledo, Ohio; four brothers, John Ballard and Bascom Horn, Ligon; Harry Horn Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Stanley, Ligon, Mrs. Manda Horn, Warsaw, Indiana. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 27, in the East Point Church of Christ with the Rev. S.C. Honeycutt as the officiating minister. Burial was in the Music Cemetery at East Point. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 07, 1964


   
JENKINS, Henry Garfield
1877-1964
Henry Garfield Jenkins, 87, died September 11, at his home at Flat Gap, after an illness of several months. Born June 19, 1877, he was a son of the late Daniel and Missouri Jenkins.  A retired farmer, Mr. Jenkins was born in Morgan County, but was residing at Flat Gap at the time of his death. Survivors include two sons, Carl Jenkins, Garrett; Henry Jenkins, Garrett; four daughters, Mrs. Henry Spriggs, Flat Gap; Mrs. Bill McKenzie, Pontiac, Michigan; Mrs. Rube Whitaker, Wabash, Indiana; Mrs. Anna Jenkins, Garrett; four brothers, Johnnie Jenkins, Ophir; Eddie Jenkins, Ophir; Daniel Jenkins, Ophir, Sam Jenkins, Columbus, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Sam Martin, Ophir. Funeral services were held September 14, at the home with the Rev. Bruce Daniel, the Rev. Harold Salyer, and the Rev. Smith as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Family Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 1964

   
KIRK, Bessie (Cassady)
1872-1964
Rites Held At Mays Church For Bessie Kirk Mrs. Bessie Cassady Kirk, 92, died at 5:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 23, at the home of a grandson, Russell L. Kirk, in Morehead, following a brief illness. A daughter of the late Benjamin and Angeline Crum Cassady, she was born March 18, 1872, in Martin County.  Mrs. Kirk had made her home in Paintsville for many years and she leaves many friends in this city. She was a member of the Mayo Methodist Church and was a devout Christian woman.  She had been a resident of Morehead for one month where she had moved with her family after spending a few years in Louisville. Mrs. Kirk was preceded in death by her husband, M. C. Kirs, on May 29, 1931, and by two sons, K. R. and W. H. Kirk.  Survivors include three grandchildren, five great- grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Mary Kirk. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26, in the Mayo Methodist Church with the Rev. Guy Coffman, and the Rev. David Ross officiating. Pallbearers were Cecil Tackett, A. P. Mason, Robert Conley, Dr. Robert Wilhite, Jack Vickers, Frank D. Cooper, Deward Kazee and William Rose. Burial was in the Mayo Cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wedsnesday 9-30-1964

   
MAY, Julia Ann (Barber)
1899-1964
Dies September 28 In Albany,Ohio Julia Ann May,65,died Monday,September 28,in the Sheltering Arms Hospital in Albany,Ohio,following a brief illness. Born in Boyd County August 19,1899,she was a daughter of the late Lewis and Julia Lambert Barber.A former resident of Van Lear,Mrs.May was a resident of Albany,Ohio,at the time of her death. Survivors include her husband,Charles May;two sons,Charles Russell May, Tucson,Arizona;Glen Lee May,Rensselaer,N.Y,one daughter,Mrs.Elmer Fairchild,New Marshfield,Ohio;two brothers,Curtis Barber,Paintsville and Jerry Barber of Louisa. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m.Wednesday,September 30,in the Jones- Preston Funeral Home with the Rev.Ed Hayburn as officiating minister.Music was provided by the Paintsville Quartette. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY October 7 1964

   
PRICE, Joe
1964
Joe Price, 53, died September 9 at Mansfield General Hospital, Mansfield, Ohio following a short illness. Mr. Price was the son of the late John and Virgie Murphy Price of this city and was reared in Paintsville.  He has many relatives in this locality. He was a retired electrical worker and was last employed at Westinghouse Corp. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Clifford Trimble of Ashland, and Mrs. Donald Caudill of Leander, a brother, Robert of Walbridge, O., two sisters, Mrs. Joe Howerton of Shelby and Mrs. Mary Ruth Oney of Nankin, and five grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the McQuate Funeral Home, Plymouth, Saturday at 1:00 p.m.  Burial was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Shiloh. Mr. Price was the nephew of William Murphy of West Van Lear. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY SEPT. 23, 1964

      
SAMMONS, Eddie Sr.
1964
Eddie Sammons Sr., 61, of Fairborn Route 1, died at 5 p.m. Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Dayton. A native of Boonecamp, Ky., he was the proprietor of the Ranch House Motel in Fairborn. Survivors include his widow Fannie; his mother, Mrs. Maggie Sammons of Boonecamp; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Mrs. Leonara Wright and Mrs. Helen Morgan, all of Huber Hts.; two sons, Eddie Sammons Jr. of Fairborn and John S. Smmons of Dayton; nine sisters, a brother, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Rev. Marcus Williams will conduct services Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Enterprise Baptist Church, Stewart St., Fairborn.  Friends may call at the Morris Sons Funeral Home, Fairborn, from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday. Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Enterprise Baptist Church, Stewart St., for Eddie Sammons Sr., 61, of Fairborn route 1 who died yesterday at 5 p.m. at St. Elizabeth hospital.  The Rev. Marcus Williams will officiate. Mr. Sammons, a native of Boone Camp, Ky., was the proprietor of the Ranch House motel, Springfield Park. 5-14-1964

 Survivors include his wife, Fannie; mother, Mrs. Maggie Sammons of Boone Camp; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Mrs. Leonora Wright and Mrs. Ellen Morgan, all of Huber Heights; two sons, Eddie Jr. of Fairborn and John S. of Dayton; nine sisters; one brother, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call at Morris Sons funeral home, Fairborn, tomorrow from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.    5-14-1964 Submitted By: Connie Spurlock

SKAGGS, Arthur
1898-1964
Mr. Arthur Skaggs, 66, died Monday, September 7, in the Paintsville Clinic following an illness of three days. A son of Fernado and Ida Fraley Skaggs, he was born July 5, 1898 at Relief.  Mr. Skaggs was a farmer and had been a resident of Relief for his entire life. He is survived by his wife, Emma Ferguson Skaggs; two sons, Buell Skaggs, Relief, Clyde Skaggs, East Chicago, Illinois; two daughters, Mrs. Elza Keaton, East Chicago, Illinois; Mrs. Edre Fannin, East Chicago, Illinois, two brothers, Mark Skaggs and Taft Skaggs, Canton, Ohio, two sisters, Sarah Jane Arnett and Mary Ann Blanton, Canton, Ohio. Also surviving are eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 9, in the Cindy Creek Church at Relief with the Rev. Robie Ferguson, and the Rev. Addie Ferguson as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Cindy Creek Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday September 9, 1964

   
SPEARS, Malania
1964
Aged Woman Died Sunday Mrs. Malania Preston Spears Passes At Age of 79 Mrs. Malania Preston Spears, age 79, died at the home of her son, Forest B. Preston, on the east side of the river near Paintsville last Sunday morning following an illness of a few weeks. Mrs. Preston was a member of one of the old and prominent families of the Big Sandy Valley and leaves many relatives and friends.  She was one of the county’s best Christian women and long had been a member of the old United Baptist Church. Mrs. Preston had twice been married.  Her first husband was the late Lafayette Preston who died thirty-one years ago.  Her second marriage was to P.D. Spears who survives. Funeral services were held at the old Preston homestead at Thelma at 1 o’clock Monday evening and was in charge of Rev. Guy W. Preston.  Burial followed in the old Preston cemetery at Thelma.  A large number relatives and friends attended the funeral and burial. Besides her husband she is survived by seven sons and two daughters as follows:  Ed Preston of Lebanon, Ohio; Forest B. and Cyrus Preston of Paintsville; Tom, Guy and Eugene Preston of Wenacchee, Washington; Herschel Preston of Jenkins, Ky.; Mrs. D. J. McCown, Nez Perce, Idaho, and Mrs. Dan Ward of Boyd County.  She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY September 9, 1964

   
SPENCE, Margie (Hall)
1920-1964
Mrs. Margie Spence, 44, died September 7, in her home at Tomahawk. Mrs. Spence was a daughter of Lewis and Mary Williams Hall.  She was born March 24, 1920 at Boonscamp and was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Estel Spence, whom she married April 9, 1960, in Paintsville. Other survivors include two sons, Charles Mollett, Marengo, Ohio; Chester Walden, Tomahawk; one daughter, Judy Ward, Tomahawk; two brothers, Charles Hall, Tomahawk; Elza Hall, Long Branch, West Virginia; five sisters, Nancy Daniels, Dayton, Ohio; Martha Lewis, Boonscamp; Myrtle Gaulker, Louisville; Eva Crum, Detroit, Michigan; Mary, Dayton, Ohio. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 10, in the home of Tomahawk with the Rev. Mack Providence officiating. Burial will be in the Ballard Butcher Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY September 9, 1964

   
TAYLOR, Bert
1896-1964
Bert Taylor, 68, died at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, September 26, in a local hospital, as a result of injuries suffered in an automobile wreck two weeks ago. Born February 27, 1896, he was a son of Julia Rice Taylor and the late William R. Taylor.  A resident of the county most of his life, he was living at Staffordsville at the time of death.  Mr. Taylor was a veteran of World War I and a driller by occupation. Survivors include his wife Brida Castle Taylor; one son, Gilbert Ray Taylor, Marion, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. Barbara Dean Rice, Dayton, Ohio, Mrs. Betty Jean Blanton, Staffordsville; one brother, William Curtis Taylor, Staffordsville; five sisters, Mrs. Frank Spradlin, Staffordsville; Mrs. Archie Rice, Denver; Mrs. Paris Tackett and Mrs. Geore Richard, Staffordsville; and Mrs. Ray Stafford, Bainbridge, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 29, in the Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Willard Wilcox, The Rev. Alfred Frazier, Jr. and the Rev. Woodrow Frisby officiating. Burial was in the Staffordsville family cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday Sep.10 1964

    
VANHOOSE, Josie (Stapleton)
1888-1964
Josie VanHoose, 76, died at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, September 20, in a local hospital, following an illness of one year. A daughter of Samuel and Matilda VanHoose Stapleton, she was born February 24, 1888, in Johnson County.  A lifelong resident of Paintsville, she was a member of the 3rd Street Freewill Baptist Church, Eastern Star, Rebekahs, and the Daughters of America. She is survived by her husband, Don C. VanHoose, former Circuit Court Clerk and County Attorney; one son Henry VanHoose, City; one daughter, Mrs. Marcia Blair, City; four brothers, Harry Stapleton, Akron, Ohio; Claude Stapleton, St. Louis, Mo.; Clyde Stapleton, Paintsville; Sammy Stapleton, Ashland, two sisters, Mrs. Sybil Conley, Greenville, Tenn.; Mrs. Elizabeth Fannin, Akron, Ohio; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the 3rd Street Freewill Baptist Church with the Revs. Ellis Hamilton and the Rev. C. C. Hall as officiating ministers.  Music was by the Paintsville Quartet. Paintsville Herald Wednesday  September 23, 1964

   
WILLIAMS, Walter
1898-1964
Walter Williams Dies In Hospital Walter L. Williams, 66, died at 12:20 a.m., September 16, in a local hospital, following an illness of three months. Born August 27, 1898, at Oil Spring, he was a son of Thomas and Christine Brown Williams.  A resident of Staffordsville for 35 years, he was a member of the United Baptist Church, a veteran of U.S. Army and a former employee of state highway. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Caudill Williams, whom he married March 31, 1931. Other survivors include five sons, Charles Thomas Williams, Columbus, Ohio; Elden Williams, Staffordsville; Walter, Donald Clay, and David Williams all of Staffordsville; two daughters, Mrs. Mark Trimble, Columbus, Ohio; Thelma Williams, Staffordsville; four brother, Myrcle, Arthur and Bruce Williams, of Staffordsville; and Cecil Williams, Chelesa, Michigan. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 19, in the Staffordsville United Baptist Church with the Rev. Lloyd Williams, the Rev. Cullie Sparks, the Rev. Florida Lyons and the Rev. Merida Wiley as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Staffordsville. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY 9-30-1964



OCTOBER - 1964

CHILDERS, Thomas Jr.
1927-1964
Childers Rites Held in Owensboro Thomas Childers, Jr., 37, was killed October 23, when his car went out of control on a curve and careened into a tree. He was born in Johnson County on October 7, 1927, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Childers, Sr.  He was a foreman for Nelson W. Williams Oil Company in Evansville, Indiana. He is survived by his wife, Verla Tackett Childers; three daughters, Gwen, Brenda and Karen Childers, all at home; two brothers, Martin and Leonard Childers of Thelma; eight sisters, Mrs. Pricie Brooks and Exer Blessing, Marion, Ohio; Mrs. Emma Blanton, Paintsville; Mrs. Agnes Butcher and Mrs. Ruth Wright, Thelma; Mrs. Essie Johnson, Wheelwright; Mrs. Hester Hall, Van Lear; Mrs. Faye Rowland, Hammond. Funeral services were held at the Davis Funeral Home, with the Rev. Chester A. Deacon officiating. Burial was in the White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Owensboro. Acting as pallbearers were Grady Pryor, Joe Stone, Carter Holder, Yewell Basham, K. K. Macruder, and N. W. Williams. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY NOV. 11, 1964

   
COLLINS, Mollie (Spencer)
1896-1964
Mollie Collins, 69, died Friday, October 16, in a local hospital, following an illness of one week. Born in Johnson County, May 2, 1896, she was the daughter of Jack and Mint Ratliff Spencer.  A resident of East Point for twenty-five years, she was a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Collins, in 1957. Survivors include eight sons, Marvin Collins, Nippa; Orville Collins, Franklin, Ohio; Curtis Collins, Rush Town, Ohio; Chester Collins, Paintsville; Charlie Collins, Nippa; Coolidge Collins, East Point; Earl Douglas Collins, East Point; James Vernon Collins, East Point; three daughters, Zora Spencer, East Point; Dora Lou Osborne, Ashtabula, Ohio; Goldie May Blair, Franklin, Ohio; one brother, Malcom Spencer, Portsmouth, Ohio; two sisters, Ida Spencer, Portsmouth; Hester Spencer, East Point. Also surviving are 41 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 18, in the Whitaker Freewill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Scott Castle and the Rev. Dewey Conley as officiating ministers.  Burial was in the Whitaker Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 21, 1964

   
CONLEY, Kathryn E. (Benteen)
1927-1964
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Greenup Methodist Church for Mrs. Kathryn Elizabeth Conley, 37, wife of Dr. Charles Conley, a Greenup County osteopath.  Mrs. Conley died Friday night of a heart attack while driving her automobile.  The car went over a 100-foot embankment one mile north of Greenup at 9:15 p.m. It was first believed that she was an accident victim, but the autopsy report revealed that Mrs. Conley was a victim of a heart attack. She was the daughter-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conley of Staffordsville. Dr. Conley, a passenger in the car, was not hurt, according to a Greenup Coroner Milton Evans, Jr. Mrs. Conley was born in Rantoul, Ill., Sept. 10, 1927.  She was a daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Harold D. Benteen of Ashland.  She moved to Greenup from Columbus, Ohio, in 1954. She was a member of the Greenup Women’s Club and Electa Chapter, No. 3, OES. Besides her husband and her parents, she is survived by a son, Charles Leo, and a daughter, Cathy Conley, both at home; a sister, Cynthia Raye Benteen, and one brother, William R. Sargent of Ashland. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. John Dutill of the Greenup Methodist Church.  Burial was in Bellefonte Memorial Gardens at Flatwoods. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 28, 1964

   
CONLEY, Turtle Dove (Lemaster)
1872-1964
Turtle Dove Lemaster Conley, 92, died October 14, at her home at Riceville, following an illness of three weeks. Born in Magoffin County, February 29, 1872, she was the daughter of Eli and Lida Tackett Lemaster. A resident of Riceville most of her life, she was a member of the Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ballard Conley, in 1950. Survivors include four sons, Paris Conley, Riceville; Tom Conley, Riceville; Harrison Conley, Ashland; Frank Conley, Ashland; five daughters, Mrs. Ed Sparks, Riceville; Mrs. Tommie Lemaster, Windham, Ohio; Mrs. Moody Bayes, Catlettsburg, Mrs. Lace Patrick, Salyersville; Mrs. Eddie Montgomery, Portsmouth, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Virgie Lemaster, Cincinnati, Ohio. Funeral services were held at the Riceville Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Stapleton, the Rev. Harold Salyer and the Rev. Scott Castle officiating. Music was provided by the Rockhouse Quartet. Burial was in the Price Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCT. 21, 1964

  
HALL, Frankie Marion
1932-1964
Frankie Marion Hall, 32, unexpectedly died October 31, in a local hospital following a brief illness. Born August 22, 1932, he was a son of George and Nannie Gilliam Hall. A carpenter and Korean Veteran, he has been a resident of the county all his life. He is survived by his wife, Elcine Tackett Hall and two daughters, Tenalee and Marion Kay Hall both at home; five brothers, Bobby Hall, Salyersville; Douglas, Tommy, Bill and Jim Hall, Paintsville; five sisters; Mrs. Kenneth Morgan, Mrs. Jerry Kain, Mrs. Hobart Boyd and Miss Betty Hall all of Dayton, Ohio; Miss Joyce Hall, Paintsville; and one half brother, Clarence Gilliam Hall, Columbus, Ohio. Funeral rites were conducted Monday, November 2, in the Meally Church of Christ with J. H. Short and Edgar Preston officiating. Burial was in the Hall Cemetery in Paintsville. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 11, 1964

   
LEMASTER, Galen
1887-1964
Galen LeMaster, 77, died Saturday, October 31, in a local hospital following an illness of five weeks.  Born in Johnson County, November 1887, he was a son of Daniel and Mintie Caudill LeMaster. A resident of Wittensville at the time of death, he had been a well- known veterinarian for a number of years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Recie Castle LeMaster, whom he married on December 26, 1905. Survivors include one son, Gusta LeMaster; one grandson, Paul LeMaster of Ashland; and three great great grandsons. Also surviving is Mary Biggs Trimble, who made her home with Galen and Recie LeMaster for nine years before her marriage to Kenneth Trimble. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., November 2, at the home of Gusta LeMaster with the Rev. Bruce Daniel and Henry Tivis Hamilton as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Manila. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 11, 1964

   
MALONEY, Jerry E.
1964
Funeral services for Jerry E. Maloney, 20, a former resident of this county, were held Saturday, October 10, in the First Baptist Church of Fairborn, Ohio, with the Rev. Roy Fish officiating. Burial was in the New Carlisle Cemetery. Mr. Maloney died early Wednesday, October 7, in Springfield Mercy Hospital from injuries sustained in a one-car accident near Medway, Ohio. A 1962 graduate of Bethel High School near Tipp City, Ohio, Mr. Mahoney had attended Morehead State College for two years.  He was employed at Gentile Air Force Depot, Dayton, Ohio. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, L. J. (Mike) and Victoria Weddington Wilhelm of Route 1, Tipp City, where he resided. He was the grandson of the late Lee and Dora Weddington of the Leander section where he formerly lived and attended Jennies Creek School. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 21, 1964

   
PLUMMER, Robert
1964
Robert Plummer, 66, a native of Falcon, Kentucky, died at the Wadsworth Veteran’s Hospital, Los Angeles, California, October 20, after a year’s illness. Funeral services were held in Whittier, California, with a burial in Rose Hill Cemetery. Mr. Plummer was a member of a Baptist Church in Los Angles, in which city he had resided since 1927. He was a son of John and Galena Parrick Plummer and was married to Mildred McKeever, Wheelersburg, Ohio, June 26, 1926.  He was a veteran of World War I.  He was employed from September 1931 until September 1932 by Columbia Mills, retiring because of ill health. Surviving are his widow, twin daughters, Millicent Sue Bray and Mildred Low Larisey both of Whittier and seven grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Anna Love, Columbus, Ohio and Mrs. Angeline Moore of Blackwood, New Jersey; three brothers, Paul of Los Angeles, Brooks, of Long Beach and Orville of Blackwood, New Jersey; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Blair, of Sciotoville, Ohio. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 18, 1964

    
RANSON, Clyde Vernon
1964
Clyde Vernon Ranson, 78, uncle of Ed Redd of this city, died October 13, at his home, Locust Grove, in Prince Edward County, Virginia. He was a retired farmer and a veteran of World War I.  He had been connected with the Virginia State Forest Service for a number of years prior to his death. He was a member of Mt Pleasant Methodist Church where services were held Thursdays; Interment was in the church cemetery.  Mr. Ranson is survived by four sisters, Mrs. John Fennell Redd of Prince Edward County, Mrs. Ernest J. Phillips of Hampton, Va., Mrs. E Hinton Gardner of Hampton and Mrs. Tom Cromell, Sr. of South Boston, Va. Also one brother Garnett Ranson of Boothwyn, Pa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday October 21, 1964

   
RICE, Mayne (Sherman)
1902-1964
Mayme Sherman Rice, 62, died October 20, 1964, in Dayton, Ohio, after an illness of two years. A daughter of the late George and Leota Music Sherman, she was born February 17, 1902, in Martin County.  Formerly of Manila, she had been a resident of Dayton for three years. Survivors include one son, Walter Keith Rice, Dayton, Ohio; two daughters, Mrs. James E. Stambaugh, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. BJ. Gibson, South Point, Ohio; three sisters, Alice Wells, Meally; Alma Clifford, Springfield, Ohio, Janice Robinson, Springfield, Ohio; five brothers, Rex Sherman, Muskegon, MI; Bill Sherman, Hollywood, FL.; Jack Sherman, Prestonsburg; Lee Sherman, Springfield, Ohio; Thurson Sherman, Springfield, Ohio; and eight grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted October 22, in the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. Willard Nicely as officiating minister. Burial was in the family cemetery at Manilia. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-18-1964

   
SALYERS, Ella (Johnson)
1964
Mrs. Ella Johnson Salyers, 58, of Hager Hill, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Paintsville hospital after a short illness with cancer. She was born June 19, 1906, in Johnson County, a daughter of the late Sampson J. and Martha Moles Johnson. Mrs. Salyers was a member of an old and widely known family of this section, and she had many friends who regret to learn of her passing. She was a member of the Cedar Grove United Baptist Church of West Van Lear. Survivors include her hus- band, Virgil Salyers; a daugh- ter Mrs. Patsy Conley of Paintsville; a son, Richard Salyers of Hager Hill, and two brothers, Stonewall Johnson of Paintsville and Robert Johnson of Hager Hill. Funeral services where held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the Cedar Grove United Baptist Church at West Van Lear by Rev. F. F. Rigsby and Rev. John Crum. Burial was in the family cemetery at Hager Hill. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-04-1964

   
SAYLOR, John
1964
John Saylor, 66, died October 29, in a local hospital following an illness of ten days. A son of Ben and Nancy Pace Saylor, he was born in Johnson County, December 29, 1897.  A member of the Freewill Baptist Church he was a resident of East Point. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Clara Blanton, Ashland. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, November 1, in the Freewill Baptist Church at Whitaker with the Rev. Bruce Spencer and the Rev. Dewey Conley as officiating ministers. Music was provided by the Whitaker quartet. Burial was in the family cemetery. Paintsville Herald, Wednesday 11-11-1964

    
SPRIGGS, Carl
1964
Carl Spriggs, 58, died October 18, at his home at Boons- camp, after an illness of two years. Born at Boonscamp, December 27, 1906, he was a son of James and Callie Spriggs.  Mr. Spriggs was a resident of Boonscamp and a miner by oc- cupation. He is survived by his wife, Clara Stafford Spriggs, whom he married October 16, 1929, at Boonscamp. Other survivors include three son, James Donald Spriggs, Dayton, Ohio; Clarence Douglas Spriggs, Meally; Phillip Spriggs, Boonscamp; two daughters, Mrs. Louise Ward, Dayton, Ohio; Virginia Ann Kazee, Dayton, Ohio; two brothers, Burl Spriggs, Boonscamp; Cecil Spriggs, Dayton, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Edna Williamson, Seth, West Virginia. Also surviving are four grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Wednesday, October 21, in the Boonscamp Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Fraley as officiating minister. Burial was in the Robie Lewis Cemetery at Boonscamp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 10-21-1964

   
TRIMBLE, Dean Alan
1964
Dean Alan Trimble, the infant son of Donald B. And Ernestine Trimble, died October 5, in a Chillicothe, Ohio, hospital. Born October 3, he is survived by his parents and one sister, Donna Jean Trimble, at home. He was the grandson of Beecher Roberts Trimble and the late James H. Trimble; Newton Trimble, Blaine; and a great-grandson of Dr. Grant Rice of Oil Springs. Funeral rites were held October 6, at the Paintsville Funeral Home. P H-WED. OCT. 14 1964

   
WALLEN, Miranda (Borders)
1890-1964
Miranda Wallen, 73, died October 28, at her home in Grove City, Ohio. Born November 24, 1890, at River, she was the daughter of Joseph and Merzia Dixon Borders. A member of the Primitive Baptist Church, she had been a resident of Grove City for about three months, having spent most of her life as a resident of River. She was preceded in death by her husband, G.H. (Ham) Wallen, August 14, 1962. Survivors include, four sons, Mitchell Wallen, Williamsport; Sheila Wallen, Tampa, Florida; Kermit Wallen, River; Gervin Wallen, Columbus, Ohio; four daughters, Mrs. Roma Step, Grove City, Ohio; Mrs. Idyllis Murray, Gallaway, Ohio; Mrs. Easter Brown, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Phyllis Kelly, Johnstown, Ohio, one brother, Lewis. PH-WED. NOV. 11 1964

   
WARD, Jess
1964
Jess Ward, a native of Johnson County, died October 23 at Holzer Hospital in Gallipolis, Ohio after an illness of one week. He was the son of the late Steven W. and Exer Stambaugh Ward. He was a member of the firm of Ward Brothers Building Contractors. He had resided in Ashland for the past 20 years. Surviving are his wife, Pauline Franz Ward, three daughters, Mrs. Phyllis Belomy, Portsmouth, Ohio, Mrs. Jessica Byrd, Nashville, Tenn., Miss Jenny Ward, at home; a step-daughter, Mrs. Carol Horn of Ashland; two sisters, Mrs. Sally Crawford, Portsmouth, Ohio, and Miss Vinia Ward, Offut, Ky.; five brothers, S.R. Ward, Ashland, Dan Ward, Fredericksburg, Va., Hugh Ward, Lexington, Fred and John Ward, both of Offutt, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at the Miller Funeral Home. Burial was in the Ashland Cemetery PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28 1964

   
WARD, Johnny
1937-1964
Johnny Ward, 21, of Staffordsville, died in Williamson Memorial Hospital, Williamson, W.Va. at 2:00 a.m. Wednesday, a victim of stab wounds. It is reported that Ward with his brother, Logan Ward, also of Paintsville, went to a club about one mile north of Kermit Tuesday evening where he received six stab wounds in an altercation with Niles Bradley who was said to be the manager of the club. Bradley is a native of the Sycamore vicinity of this county. He was removed to the Williamson Hospital where he died shortly afterward. Mr. Ward was born May 12, 1937 at Boons Camp, a son of Walter and Clara Bowens Ward. He was married May 11, 1961 to Beatrice Brown in Immokolee, Fla. Surviving besides his parents who reside at Staffordsville, are his wife and a son, Johnny Allen Ward, also the following brothers and sisters: Clyde and Logan Ward, city; Elmer and James Ward, Staffordsville; Walter Ward, Immokolee, Fla.; Anna Lee Coalgrove, Immokolee, Fla.; Carma Lee Spears, Tomahawk, Ky.; Kattie Brownie, Robinette WVa.; Helen Jean Cordell, Meadsville, Penn.; and Loraine Miller, city. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the Buffalo United Baptist Church at Meally by Rev. Tom Sammons and Rev. Nim Sturgill. Burial was in the Fitch Cemetery at Meally. P H-WED. OCT. 28 1964

   
WELLS, Winfield
1878-1964
Winfield Wells, a native of Johnson County, died Thursday afternoon at the home of a son, Truman Wells, at Rush were he had made his home after an extended illness. Mr. Wells was born Nov. 4, 1878, a son of the late Allen and Angeline Collins Wells. He was a retired farmer. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Sally Burchett Wells; three sons Truman Wells of rush, Elzie Wells of Elkhorn City, and Tommy Wells of Van Lear; and two daughters, Mrs. Erma Easton of Eaton, Ohio, and Mrs. Opal McCormack of Xenia, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted at 1. p.m. Sunday at the Auxier Freewill Baptist Church. Burial was in the government Cemetery at Auxier. P H-WED. OCT. 28 1964



NOVEMBER - 1964

ADAMS, Daniel B.
1882-1964
Daniel B. Adams, 82, died November 27, in a local hospital, following an illness of two weeks. Born March 6, 1882, he was the son of James and Martha Salyer Adams. He had been a resident of Barnetts Creek four years.  He resided with his nephew Ortie Adams. Survivors include one brother, Tom Adams, Ivyton, Kentucky. Funeral services were conducted November 28 in the Chapel of Paintsville Funeral Home, with the Rev. Earl Gillespie and Claude Preston officiating. Burial was in Highland Memorial Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 2, 1964

  
BLAIR, Alamander
1874-1964
Alamander Blair, 90, died November 4, in the Belefonte Hospital in Ashland, following an illness of seven months. Born at Barnetts Creek, June 10, 1874, he was a son of the late Samuel and Meranda Lemaster Blair.  A member of the United Baptist Church and a retired farmer, Mr. Blair had been a resident of Barnetts Creek for his entire life. Survivors include his wife, Artelia Blair, whom he married in 1896; three sons, Elder Prater Blair, Huntington, West Virginia; Gay Blair, London, Kentucky; Wayne Blair, Oil Springs; two daughters, Mrs. Conroy Trimble, Barnetts Creek; Mrs. Son Horn, Staffordsville; one sister, Mrs. Lula Salyer, Barnetts Creek. Also surviving are twenty-three grandchildren, sixty-five great- grandchildren, and ten great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted November 7, at the Caudill Fork United Baptist Church, with the Rev. Sandy Phillips and the Rev. Millard O’Bryan as officiating ministers. Burial was in the Blair Cemetery. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY NOV. 18, 1964

  
BOOTH, Martha (Whitaker)
1902-1964
Mrs. Martha Booth, 62, died in a local hospital following an illness of several weeks. Born in Anderson County, Tennessee, in 1902, she was the daughter of the late William and Nannie Rediford Whitaker.  She had been a resident of Van Lear for several years. She is survived by her husband, Frank Booth, and four sons, Ellis Booth of Elkhart, Indiana; James and Paul Booth of Wabash, Indiana; and Eugene Booth of Columbus, Ohio; five daughters, Mrs. Ida Mae Thomas and Mrs. Florence Lemaster of Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Mary Webb and Mrs. Nannie Webb, Wabash, Indiana; Mrs. Bethel Bowling of Van Lear, Kentucky; three brothers, Lewis Whitaker, Ashland, Kentucky; Matthew Whitaker, East Point, Kentucky; Henry Whitaker of Lake City, Tennessee; two sisters, Mrs. Florence Foust and Mrs. Nora Lindsay of Lake City, Tennessee. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., November 16, 1964, at the Van Lear Freewill Baptist Church, with the Rev. Bill Tackett and James Sturgill as officiating ministers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Auxier, Kentucky. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 2, 1964

  
FERGUSON, William Isaac
1909-1964
William Isaac Ferguson, 54, died unexpectedly November 28 in a Huntington Hospital. Born December 1, 1909, he was the son of James and Matilda Skaggs Ferguson.  He had been a resident of Morgan County all his life. He is survived by his wife, Lexie Fyffe Ferguson; two daughters, Mrs. Bill Bailey, Blaine, Kentucky, and Roberta Hutchinson, home; four sisters, Mrs. Anna Watson, Shingleton, Michigan; Mrs. Emery Hamilton and Mrs. Katherine Spriggs of Keaton; Mrs. Lucy Sparks, Ashland, Kentucky; four brothers, Anthony, Stockdale, Ohio; Richard, Olway, Ohio; Martie, Portsmouth, Ohio; and Luther of Portsmouth, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted December 2 in the Old Paint Church, Relief, Kentucky, with the Rev. Robie Ferguson and Addie Ferguson officiating. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 9, 1964

   
JONES, Katherine Elizabeth (Borders)
1964
STRUCK BY PROPELLER, FORMER RESIDENT DIES Mrs. Katherine Elizabeth Jones, 56, a veteran schoolteacher of Johnson County, was injured fatally Sunday when struck by the propeller of airplane at Pikeville Airport.  It is believed she was suddenly blinded by the sun and walked into the moving propeller of the small plane.  Her husband Terry Jones, 56, had started the engine to warm it up, but was out of the plane at the time of the accident.  Mrs. Jones had left friends about 50 yards from the plane when the accident happened. She is widely known in this section and had taught school in this county for 26 years before moving to Jenkins five years ago.  She was the daughter of the late Henry Allen and Mary R. Porter Borders of Paintsville.  She was married November 18, 1927 in Paintsville to her husband who is manager of a rock quarry at Jenkins, a division of Adams Construction Company of Paintsville.  He has owned the plane several years and used it often for business and pleasure trips. Mrs. Jones was a member of the First Methodist Church of Paintsville.  She is the mother of Mrs. Jack Lewis, who has been a Court Reporter in the Circuit Courts of Johnson, Martin, and Lawrence counties for several years. Other survivors besides her husband are two sons, Dr. John Jones and Dr. Henry Jones, both of Flatwoods, Kentucky, six grandchildren and the following sisters; Orne Siebtay, Canton, Ohio; Mabel Lewis, St. Matthews, Ky.; and Frances Shaw, North Canton, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm. Tuesday at the First Methodist Church here by the Rev. Jeff Burton. Burial will be in the Porter Cemetery at Prestonsburg. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 25, 1964

  
MEEK, Elbert
1964
Elbert Meek, 60, of Williamsport died November 3, after a short illness with a heart ailment.  He was the son of Winfrey and Vina Penix Meek and was born at Williamsport, December 12, 1903. He was married in 1924 to Vina Loar, and to this union were born two daughters and one son, Pauline, Billie, and Elbert, Jr. Following the death of his wife in 1930, he was married to Anna Ward, and to this union was born a son, Dolan.  His wife Anna died in 1932. On January 26, 1934, he was married to Mary Daniel, who survives him. Other survivors include nine sons, Delbert, Howard, Ray, Londis, Dennis, Thomas, Winfrey, Luther, Dolan, and four daughters, Mrs. Pauline Hunt, Columbus, Ohio; Mrs. Billie Skeens, Detroit, Michigan; Mrs. Faye Sadler, Lakeview, Ohio; Mrs. Nora Hughes, Columbus, Ohio. One stepdaughter, Mrs. Virgie Brown of River.  Besides his father, and stepmother, he leaves 19 grandchildren, two brothers, Bill Meek of River, and two sisters, Mrs. Malta Brown of River and Mrs. Nora Rodman of Ashland.  A son, Elbert, Jr., and a brother Arbie Meek, preceded him in death.  Mr. Meek joined the United Baptist Church at River on March 13, 1954. Funeral services were held November 6, at the United Baptist Church at River by Lonza Reed, Arthur Preece, and Florida Lyons. Burial was in the Daniels Cemetery at River. Paintsville Herald Wednesday November 18, 1964

  
RICE, Dennis Burns
1964
Dr. Dennis Burns Rice, 81, a retired physician and pioneer in the field of genetics, died November 4, at his home at Rowland Station, Tennessee, following an illness of several months.  He was a native of Paintsville. Dr. Rice graduated from the University of Louisville, and from 1917 through 1919 he served as assistant super- intendent of the City- Country Hospital in St. Paul.  In 1924 he established the Britton Clinic and hospital in Britton, S. D., and later turned it over to the people of Britton for operation. Dr. Rice endowed the University of Louisville with $250,000, the largest endowment ever received by this university. In 1948 he retired from the practice of medicine and moved to Rowland Station in 1954 with His wife, the former Miss Clara M. Luedtke, whom he married in 1919. A breeder of Standard-bred trotters and pacers, his horses won   a number   of   world championships, and in 1930 he established stables at neighboring Winchester, Tennessee.  He continued to operate them until 1944, when they were moved to Britton.  He also owned and operated two ranches in South Dakota. Dr. Rice recently established a scholarship fund at the University of Louisville, his alma mater, to aid young doctors. While a resident of Warren County he continued his keen interest in horses, fox hunting, and nature study. He was a member of the Trin- ity Lutheran Church of Tullahoma, and was instrumental in the organization of a Lutheran Church in McMinnville. Survivors, in addition to his widow, include a son, Robert Rice of Phoenix, Arizona; two grandchildren, James Clinton Rice and Dennis Parker Rice, both of Phoenix; two brothers, Mose Rice and Crate Rice of Paintsville, and four sisters, Mrs. Maude Colvin of Dayton, Mrs. Emma Vance of Tampa, Fla., Mrs. Grace Preston of Hillsboro, O., and Mrs. Erie Nichols of Marion, O.  Two great-grand children also sur- vive. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-11-1964

  
SETSER, Lucy (Hatcher)
1964
Lucy Herford Hatcher Setser, 75, a resident of the Daniels Creek section, died at 7:00 p.m., November 2, in the Paintsville hospital. She had been ill a short time with a heart ailment. She was born August 22, 1889, a daughter of the late Dr. W. L. and Lucy Auxier Hatcher, and had been a lifelong resident of Johnson County. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Mrs. Setser was married to Walter Setser who died May 10, of this year. Surviving are seven children, Frank, Kenneth (Bob), and Marvin Setser, all of Van Lear, Mrs. Pearl Beardsley, El Paso, Texas, Mrs Mable Spears, Van Lear, Mrs. Bertie Music, East Point, and Mrs. Thelma Wells, West Van Lear.  She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Bertie Mattocks, Louisville, Mrs. Meta Thompson, Paducah, and Mrs. Topsie Whitaker, East Prairie, Mo. Two sons preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Philadelphia Church of Christ by the Rev. S. C. Honeycup and Rev. Cecil Sherman. Burial will be in the family Cemetery. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-11-1964

  
SHORT, Dan
1907-1964
Dan Short, 57, prominent Van Lear man, died suddenly about 2:30 p.m. Thursday while enroute to the Paintsville Hospital. He was a son of the late Welman and Vina Preston Short and was born Sept. 21, 1907. He had been a resident of Johnson County all his live and was a member of Van Lear Lodge 885 F & AM.  He was a retired miner. Surviving are his wife, Kathryn Daniel Short, and a son, Joe Short, of Lexington, also two brothers, Warnie Short of Meally and Welman Short of Van Lear, and one sister, Mrs. Edna Pack of Van Lear. Funeral services were held at the West Van Lear Church of Christ Sunday afternoon by Rev. S. C. Honeycutt, Cecil Sherman and J. H. Short.  Masonic Graveside services were held by the Van Lear Lodge No. 885. Burial was in the family cemetery at Nippa. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 11-25-1964 Dan Short, postal employee of Van Lear, Kentucky, died un- Expectedly Thursday, November 19, 1964 at the U.S. Post Office in Van Lear. Mr. Short was born September 21, 1907 at Meally, Kentucky, the son of Welman and Vina Preston Short,  He had resided at Van Lear 30 years Were hs was active member of the Masonic Lodge, AM & FM No. 5835, District No. 30; and Treasurer of the Van Lear Masonic Lodge. He managed the Property and leases for Consolidated Coal Company in this Area. He is survived by his widow, Kathryn Daniels Short, of Van Lear; one son, Joe Short, of Lexington, Kentucky and two Grandsons, Dan Curtis and William Joseph Short of Lexington. In addition to the widow and son, Mr. Short is survived by two brothers, Warnie Short of Meally, Ky, and Welman Short of Van Lear and one sister, Edna Short Pack also of Van Lear. Interment was in the Short-Daniels Cemetery at Tutor Key, Kentucky on Sunday, November 22, 1964. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 12-9-1964

  
STATON, Sophia (Owens)
1964
Sophia Owens Staton, 68, died November 8 in Auxier, Ky., after being struck by a train. She was a daughter of the late Uhl and Martha Bowe Owens. She was a member of the Methodist Church of Auxier, the Order of Eastern Star of Williamson, W.Va., and the White Shrine of Ashland. Survivors include one brother, Henry Owens of Paintsville, several nieces and nephews, and a host of devoted friends. Funeral services were held Nobember 10 at the Auxier Methodist Church with the Rev. S.C. Honeycutt, Rev. T.A. Patton, and Rev. Josephus Howard officiating. Burial was in the Owens family cemetery at Dewey Lake. P H-WED. NOV. 25 1964

  
VANHOOSE, Mitchell
1936-1964
Mitchell “Pat” VanHoose, 38, died November 27, in Yellow Springs, Ohio, following a brief illness. Born February 27, 1926, he was the son of Gladys Walker VanHoose and the late Brownlo VanHoose. A member of the Freewill Baptist Church, he had been a resident of Springfield, Ohio, for the past eight years. He is survived by his wife, Charisie Wallen VanHoose; two sons, Terry Lee and Mark VanHoose, Springfield, Ohio; one daughter, Sheila Kay VanHoose; two sisters, Mrs. Mae Price, Lexington, Ky., and Mrs. Carol Butalo, Nippa. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, November 29 in the Jones-Preston Funeral Home with the Rev. Claude Preston officiating. Music was provided by the Toms Creek Singers. Burial was in the family cemetery at Nippa. P H-WED. DEC. 2 1964

   
WEBB, Beulah (Preston)
1881-1964
Beulah Webb, 83, died November 26, in a local hospital following a brief illness. Born October 6, 1881, she was the daughter of Lynn and Sarah Brown Preston. A member of Mayo Methodist Church, she had been a resident of Paintsville all her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, S.A. Webb.  Survivors include one son, Robert Webb, Paintsville; one daughter, Mrs. Alline Switzer, Trimble, Tennessee; one sister, Mrs. Charles A. Kirk, Paintsville; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, November 28 in the Chapel of Paintsville Funeral Home with the Rev. David Ross officiating. Burial was in the Preston Cemetery. P H-WED. DEC. 2 1964

   
WELLS, James Elliott
1897-1964
James Elliott Wells, 67, died November 24, in the Booth Memorial Hospital in Covington, Kentucky, after suffering from a heart attack. He was the son of William G. and Anna Burgess Wells, and was born June 19, 1897 at Boonscamp. He had been a resident of Covington, Kentucky for the past seven years, but spent most of his life in Johnson County. Surviving are his two sons, Robert T. Wells, Staffordsville and Denver Wells, Dayton, Ohio; one brother Glen Wells, Dayton, Ohio and eleven grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Preston Funeral Home Chapel Friday, November 27. P H-WED. DEC. 9 1964

  
WILLIAMS, Grant
1942-1964
Grant Williams, 21, died November 21, in the Pico Riviera California Hospital, following a brief illness. Born December 4, 1942, he was the son of Robert Paul and Geneva Bayes Williams. He was a resident of Los Angeles, California. Survivors include four brothers, Carl Williams, U.S. Navy, Seattle, Wash.; Lowell Williams, U.S. Army; Gary Williams, Oil Springs; and Paul Williams, Oil Springs. Funeral services were conducted Saturday, November 28 in the Pigeon Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Stapleton officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Oil Springs. P H-WED. DEC. 2 196



DECEMBER - 1964


AUSTIN, William Bryant
1900-1964
William Bryant Austin, better known as “Dock,” 64, died suddenly December 10, at his home. Born October 23, 1900, he was the son of Herman and Rosa Daniel Austin.  He had been a resident of Paintsville most of his life and was a retired miner. He is survived by his wife, Josie Caudill Austin, whom he married in 1931. Other survivors include six sons, Hansford, Woodrow, James, Paul, Ray of Paintsville, Homer of Williamson, West Virginia; six daughters, Mrs. Victoria Blevins, Londonderry, Ohio; Mrs. Golda Litton, Meally; Frances Austin, Columbus, Ohio; Dimple, Doshia and Judy of Paintsville, Kentucky, and four half-brothers. Funeral services were conducted in the Little Friendship Church, Williamsport, with the Rev. Nim Sturgill and Henry Caudill officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Williamsport. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 16, 1964

  
BLANTON, Halie (Blanton)
1884-1964
Mrs. Halie Blanton, 80, died December 4 in Springfield, Ohio. Born October 25, 1884, she was the daughter of Jacob and Ridda Jackson Blanton. She was preceded in death by her husband Haden Blanton. Survivors include two sons, Haden, Jr., and Bob of Oil Springs; four daughters, Mrs. Herbert Blanton, Mrs. Uel Blanton of Oil Springs, Mrs. William Carrick, Enon, Ohio, and Mrs. Francis Wheeler, Springfield, Ohio.  Also surviving are two brothers, Burns of Denver, Colorado, and Lark of California, and one sister, Mrs. Mose Lemaster, Springfield, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted December 7 at the Ballot Pentecostal Church, with the Rev. George Helton and Cline Salyers officiating. The Rock House Quartet provided music. Burial was at Ballot, Kentucky. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 9, 1964

  
COLLINS, Sam
1880-1964
Mr. Sam Collins, 84, died December 6 in the Paintsville Clinic, after a short illness. Born October 18, 1880, he was the son of Peter and Rachel Arms Collins.  He had been a resident of Paintsville for several years. Survivors include his two daughters, Dollie Powers, Richmond, Virginia, and Faye Hite, city. Funeral services were held December 9 at the home of his daughter, Faye Hite, with Rev. Cully Sparks and Virgil Howard officiating. PAINTSVILLE HERALD WEDNESDAY DEC. 16, 1964

  
HUNLEY, Bill
1894-1964
Mr. Bill Hunley, 70, died December 8, after a long illness. Born May 9, 1894, he was a resident of Hager Hill for the past ten years. He was a member of the United Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Maude Salyer Hunley; four sons Eugene, Turkey, Louisiana; Herman and Heber Hunley of Chicago, Illinois; and Willgreen Hunley, Tip City, Ohio; three step-sons, Edgel Salyer, Dayton, Ohio; Brooksie Salyer, Columbus, Ohio; John P. Salyer of Connersville, Indiana; seven daughters, Mrs. Margen Draper, Kansas City, Missouri; Evelyn Gullett, Canton, Ohio; Lorene Curtis, Iretta Smith, Irene Salyer, Billie Hitchcock and Myrtle Hall, all of Chicago, Illinois, two step daughters, Mrs. Marie Witten, Cincinnati, Ohio and Pauline Preston, City. Funeral services were conducted December 10 in the Collista Freewill Baptist Church with Rev Tommie Reynolds officiating and Paintsville Quartet providing the music. Burial was in the family cemetery at Collista. Paintsville Herald Wednesday December 16, 1964

  
SITES, Helen (Adams)
1964
Mrs. Helen Sites, 63, died December 10, after several weeks illness. Born June 25, 1901, she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Lucina Rice Adams. She had been a resident of Boons Camp twenty-seven years, and was a member of the Church Of Christ. She is survived by her husband Pete Sites; five sons, Lonnie Joe and Pete Sites, Jr., Columbus Ohio; Henry S. Sites, Tomahawk, Ky., and John Walter and Frank Allen of Boons Camp; three daughters, Mrs. Virgie Van sickle, Mrs. Callie Roach, and Mrs. Mary Hufford, Of Columbus, Ohio. Other survivors include two brothers, William Adams, Louisa; John Adams, Whitehouse and four sisters, Mrs. Stella Conley, Hager Hill; Mrs. Lucy Blackburn, Kenova, West Virginia; Mrs. Hattie Daniels, Whitehouse and Mrs. Rose Daniels, Henrietta.  She had sixteen grandchilcren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted December 11 at the home in Boons Camp with the Rev. J. H. Short officiating. Burial was in the family cemetery at Boons Camp. Paintsville Herald Wednesday 12-16-1964


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