BRANHAM, Frank
1946
F. Branham Dies At Boons Camp
Frank Branham, 30 native of Johnson County, died Friday night at his home at Boons Camp following a lingering illness.  Funeral services were held Monday at the home of his father at Boons Camp, the Rev. John Butcher and the Rev. L. T. Preston officiating.  Interment was in the family cemetery. A son of John and Martha Alice Mollette Branham, he was born in this county and had resided here his entire life.  He was well and favorably known throughout the county and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Opal Stanifer Branham; a daughter, Miss Carol Jean Branham; and the following brothers and sister, Jeff and Elisha Branham, both of West Virginia; John R. and Warren Branham, both of Boons Camp; Mrs. Lydia Penix of Boons Camp, Mrs. Gracie Osborne and Mrs. Margaret Butler, both of Ohio, and Mrs. Sylvia Bowen, of Ashland. Paintsville Herald Thursday 10-03-1946

FANNIN, Tom
1877-1946
Tom Fannin Dies in Martin County Inez, Ky.
Tom Fannin, 69, lifelong resident of the Stidham section of Martin County, and well known throughout this area of Kentucky, died Sept. 5, 1946, at his home following an illness of three months.  He had been in poor health for two years, but had continued on his job until June. Funeral services were conducted at the home Sept. 7, 1946, the Rev. Asa McCoy and Rev. S. L. Williamson officiating.  Interment was in the family cemetery. Mr. Fannin was born at Stidham May 10, 1877, and was a son of the late William and Mary Fannin. He was a faithful and loyal Christian and led an exemplary life.  He will be sadly remembered by his family and host of friends and relatives. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Alice Haney Fannin, the following children:  Vernon C. Fannin of Detroit, Mich.; Mrs. Gypsie Williamson, Fred Walter, and William A. Fannin, all of Stidham, and Mrs. Ruth Redmond of Ironton, Ohio, and 20 grandchildren. Paintsville Herald Thursday 9-19-1946

HAMILTON, John Rexford
1946
Wounds Fatal To Red Bush Soldier In Altercation In Colorado
Pvt. John Rexford Hamilton, 31, of Red Bush, died last week from stab wounds received in an altercation with five other soldiers at Lowry Field, Colo., where he was stationed. The body was returned to this county for funeral and burial services which were held at Red Bush last Thursday. A son of the Rev. and Mrs. John Hamilton, of Red Bush, Pvt. Hamilton served 15 months in the army and was honorably discharged Nov. 13, 1945. He reenlisted in the Army Air Corps April 15, 1946. Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife, Mrs. Genevieve Hamilton; three daughters, Nancy Ann, Norma Jean, and Pamela, all of Louisville; three brothers, Guy and David Hamilton, of Detroit, Mich., and Benny Hamilton of Red Bush, and three sisters, Mrs. George Williams and Mrs. Charles Molyneaux, of Bardstown, and Mrs. Darlie Davis of Muldrough. Paintsville Herald Thursday September 26, 1946

MELVIN, Regina Frances (McDowell)
1865-1946
MRS. GEORGE MELVIN CLAIMED BY DEATH
Mrs. Regina Frances Melvin 81, well-known resident of this city, died September 26, 1946, at her home following a short illness.  Funeral services were conducted September 29, at the M.E. Church, the Rev. F.S. VanHoose and C.Z. Cavin officiating.  The body was removed to the Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church after which the remains were interned in the Staffordsville Cemetery.  Services were in charge of the Funeral Home of the Paintsville Furniture Co. Mrs. Melvin was born May 31, 1865, in Elliott County, a daughter of the late William and Mary Katharine Bailey McDowell.  She came with her parents to Johnson Co., in her early girlhood.  Here she met and married Francis Marion Hitchcock, of Flat Gap, and to this union two children were born, Mrs. Grace Stafford, of Paintsville, and Everett Hitchcock, of Ashland both of whom survive.  After the death of Mr. Hitchcock, she later met and married George Melvin, of Paintsville, who also preceded her in death.  To this union were born three children, Mrs. Beulah Roberts, of Paintsville, Clyde Melvin of Niangue, MO., and Raymond Melvin of Hindman, all of who survive. “Aunt Regina” as she was familiarly known, was a faithful and loyal member of the Freewill Baptist Church, having given her heart to God, in her early girlhood, and she had lived a devoted life.  She was a loving wife, a tenderhearted mother and her kindness long will be remembered by those with whom she came in contact. She indeed was an asset to her community, to her church, and the world has been a better place by her having lived in it. Paintsville Herald Thursday 10-17-1946

PRICE, Russell
1898-1946
HEART ATTACK IS FATAL TO R. PRICE
INTERIOR DECORATOR PASSES AWAY FRIDAY
Russell Price, 48, well known interior decortor of this city, suffered a heart attack about noon Friday as he was walking along Court Street near the Mayo Memorial Methodist Church enroute to his work after having had lunch at his home on Highland Avenue.  He died before aid could reach him. Found by passersby on the street, Mr. Price was rushed to the Paintsville Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival there. He apparently had been in good health, had been working Friday morning and was returning to his job when he was stricken. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at the Mayo Memorial Church in order to accomodate the large number of friends who attended the services.  Rev. Ralph E. Webb and Rev. C. D. Harsh officiated.  Interment was in the Mayo cemetery. Mr. Price was one of the most widely known men in his profession and there is hardly a home in Paintsville in which he had not been called to supervise the interior decorating.  He took a keen interest in his profession and his advice and wisdom were respected by all. A loyal member of the Masonic orders and the Eastern Star, and other organizations, Mr. Price participated in all movements for the betterment of his organizations, his community and his family and he gave freely of his time and money toward any worthy enterprise.  It can be truly said that he was a worthwhile citizen, loved and respected by all who  knew him and he will be sadly missed. He professed faith in Christ more than 20 years ago and had been a loyal member of the Freewill Baptist Church since 1928.  He was a true Christian, served his Master well and never reneged on what he believed was his religious duties. Mr. Price was a gentle and loving father, a kind and devoted husband and his death  has created a vacuum in his home and community that will never be filled. Mr. Price was born Jan. 9, 1898, in Johnson County and was a son of the late Martin L. and Amanda Castle Price, and had been a resident of this city and county his entire life. his survivors are his wife, Mrs. Addie Melvin Price; two sons, Russell, Jr. of Paintsville and John L. Price, of Dayton, Ohio; seven brothers, Jack, James, Harry, Charles and Ted Price, all of Paintsville; John Price of Auxier, and Otto Price of Newport, Ky.; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Bailey, Mrs. Charles Coleman, and Mrs. Mildred Price, all of Paintsville and Mrs. Wilbur Music of Auxier. (Also survived by) four half -sisters, Mrs. Hulda Hall, Mrs. Harry Lyons, and Mrs. Neva Stapleton, of Paintsville, and Mrs. Mae Johnson, of Robson, W. Va. Funeral services and burial services were in charge of the Paintsville Funeral Home. PAINTSVILLE HERALD THURSDAY 9-19-1946

ROWLAND, Jerry
1869-1946
Jerry Rowland Dies At Relief
Jerry Rowland, 77, well known resident of Relief, died Sept. 7 at his home following an illness of seven weeks.  Funeral services were conducted Sept. 9 at the home, the Rev. Ave Bradley, Bill Hill, Russell Wallen, John Mamilton, and Fred Rowland officiating.  Interment in the family cemetery was made by the Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Rowland was born on Jennies Creek in Johnson County Nov. 25, 1869, and was a son of the late John and Margaret Fitch Rowland.  He moved with his parents to Morgan County when he was six years of age. In 1898 he was married to Elzina McKenzie, the daughter of James and Martha McKenzie, and to this union were born eight children, seven of whom, with their mother, survive. Eighteen years ago, Mr. Rowland was converted and accepted Jesus as his savior and he lived a faithful, Christian live to the end.  He was a loving companion and a kind father who always guided his children on the right path.  He will be sadly missed in his home, community and church. His survivors are his wife, Mrs. Elzina M. Rowland; four sons, Jimmie, of Osborne, Ohio, Dewey, of Relief, and Cread and Linnie, at home; three daughters, Mrs. Terrie Pennington, of Keaton; and Alice & Claudia at home; a half-sister, Mrs. Margaret Weaver, of Relief, a brother, Richard Rowland, of Paintsville; and several grandchildren. Paintsville Herald Thursday September 19, 1946

STAPLETON, Marion
1877-1946
Marion Stapleton, 69, of Collista, died Sept 9, at his home following a lingering Illness. Funeral services were conducted at the Freewill Baptist Church at Collista by the Revs. Hargus Conley, Jimmy Yates and Milliard Bryant. Internment was in the Van Hoose Cemetery on Big Paint with the Jones Funeral Home in charge of the burial. A son of the late Ned and Sarah Burchett Stapleton, he was born in this County March 29, 1877. He was first marries to Miss Julia VanHoose and to this Union were born six children, three of who with their mother preceded him in death. He was later married to Mint Cooper and to this union were born 10 children. "Uncle" Marion, as he was affectionately known, was a faithful and loyal member of the United Baptist Church at Fish Trap and served his Master faithfully and well. He was a kind and loving husband and father, devoted to his children and he will be sadly missed by a host of relatives and friends. His survivors are his wife, Mrs. Mint C. Stapleton, the following children, Wayne Stapleton of Shellnab, Mo., Worth Stapleton of Gregory, Mi., Clyde Stapleton of Staffordsville, Tobe, Herschel, Andy Charlie and Marion Jr, Hattie and May Grace all at home: and Mrs. Russell Rice, Mrs. Hobert Welch, Mrs Harmon Spears of Collista; three brothers, Crate of Flat Gap; Sandy and Harry, of Volga; two sisters, Mrs. Rosa Auxier of Chicago Il., and Mrs Tearist Auxier of Long Beach Ca., 25 grandchildren and 8 great grand children. The Paintsville Herald Thursday 9-19-1946

WEDDINGTON, Leonidas (Lee)
1875-1946
Lee Weddington Claimed By Death
Leonidas (Lee) Weddington, 71, well known farmer of the Leander section of the county, died Monday, Sept. 30, 1946, in a local hospital after suffering a paralytic stroke earlier in the day while waiting for a bus here. He had been a resident of this county for almost 50 years and was well and favorably known throughout this area.  He will always be remembered as a loving father and husband and a friend to all. Affectionately known as “Uncle Lee”, Mr. Weddington had been in ill health for the past year, having suffered a slight stroke in October, but he continued to be active in business. Survivors include his wife, nine children, and 17 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 2, 1946, at the Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. Ralph E. Webb officiating.  Interment was in the family cemetery at Leander. Paintsville Herald Thursday 10-10-1946

Obituary
Leonidas (Lee) Weddington was born on February 10, 1875, and departed this life on Monday, September 30, 1946, at the age of 71 years, 7 months and twenty days.  He was born in Pike county, Kentucky, moving to Denver, Kentucky, in the year 1898. On Thursday, June 4, 1896, he was married to Dora Blair, who survives and to this union were born eleven children, nine of whom are living; Mrs. Fannie Hitchcock, Miami, Florida; Mrs. Norma Blair, Willie, Mrs. Gladys Scott, Mrs. Lucille Williams, New Carlisle, Ohio; Virgil, Tipp City, Ohio; Mrs. Florence Blanton, Collista; Hershel, and Mrs. Victoria Maliney, Leander. Also surviving are three brothers, Jim, Sellars, Ky.; John of Oklahoma, Jerry of Brooklyn, N.Y.; three sisters, Mrs. Florence Wilson, Sellers, Ky.; Mrs. Cora Logan, Indiana, and Mrs. Lula Wells, Peyton, Ky.; seventeen grandchildren, Mrs. Dorothy E. Curry, Virginia, Garnett and Herbert Eugene Blair, Burnette, Kenneth, Billie, Janet, Blanche, and Eldred Blanton, Anna Loretta, Opal, Kenneth Elwood and William Paul Weddington, Jimmie and Phyllis Scott, and Jerry Edwin Maloney. He was converted and baptized by Bro. L. F. Caudill in the year 1911, and was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church at Denver. Paintsville Herald Thursday 10-10-1946

WILLIAMS, James W.
1946
Father Of City Man Dies In Tennessee
James W. Williams, 75, retired carpenter and father of John A. Williams of Paintsville, died last Thursday night at his home in Dickson, Tenn., after a long illness. Funeral serves were held Saturday afternoon at Dickson and interment was in the Union Cemetery. He was a native of Dickson County. Besides his son, Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nancy Priest Williams; a daughter, Mrs. James Simmons, Old Hickory, Tenn., and another son, Charles Williams, of Selma, Ala; a brother, Thomas Williams, of Union City, Tenn., and three grandchildren. Mr. Williams many friends join with him in mourning the loss of his father. PAINTSVILLE HERALD Thursday  October 3, 1946

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