Obituaries
Pikeville, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for Pikeville and Pike County, KY
Vivian Carol Childers
Apr 19, 2026
Vivian Carol Childers passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center. Born on September 24, 1947, Vivian led a life marked by dedication, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to her community.
Vivian was a proud graduate, having earned her Bachelor’s degree, which laid the foundation for her esteemed career as a Medical Technologist at Paul B. Hall Medical...
Bernie Ratliff
Apr 18, 2026
Bernie Ratliff, Age 94, passed away peacefully, Saturday April 18, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born on August 14, 1931, to the late L.E. and Flora Ratliff. Besides his parents, Bernie was preceded in death by his loving wife Jo Wanda Childers-Ratliff, and one Grandson, Robert Adkins. He is survived by Two daughters, Beverly Owens, and Bernie Jean...
Sheldon Lee Compton
Apr 13, 2026
Sheldon Lee Compton, a distinguished Sports Director for Mountain Top News and Media, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center. Born on April 23, 1976, Sheldon’s life was marked by dedication, talent, and a profound commitment to his family, community, and craft.
A proud native of Pikeville, Sheldon earned a Master’s degree, which laid the foundation for...
Paul Henry Bennett
Apr 11, 2026
Paul Henry Bennett Jr., 76, of Lorton, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2026. Born October 10, 1949, in Alexandria, Virginia, he was a lifelong Northern Virginia resident. He graduated from West Springfield High School in 1969 and was drafted into the U.S. Army, serving in Vietnam from 1970 to 1971. He was awarded the Vietnam Gallantry...
Michael Dwayne Fields
Apr 9, 2026
Michael Dwayne Fields, Age 56, passed away, Thursday April 9, 2026, at his residence. Michael was born November 7, 1969, to the late Clyde and Linda Morris-Fields. Michael was preceded in death by one sister, Patty Deshetler, he was survived by one daughter, Heather (Ryan) Slone, one son, Trevor Fields, one grandson, Sawyer, two brothers, Kenneth Fields, Randy Fields, and...
Mary Dale Blackburn
Apr 5, 2026
Mary Dale Blackburn "Damron", Age 74, passed away Sunday April 5, 2026, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Mary was born on March 13, 1952, to the late Arnold Dee and Glema Lavonne Ferrell Damron. Mary was a home maker and believer of the freewill Baptist faith; besides her parents Mary was proceeded in death by two brothers, Jimmy Damron, and...
Madeline Isabelle Sarver
Apr 3, 2026
Madeline Isabelle Sarver, 102, of Williamson, West Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 3, 2026 at Trinity Healthcare Services of Mingo in Williamson, West Virginia where she had resided for 17 years. She lived for many years in Erie, Pennsylvania.
She was born on April 3, 1924 in Union City, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late...
Maryann Faye Keen
Apr 3, 2026
Maryann Faye Williams Keene, 83 years of age, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Pikeville Medical Center. She was born June 22, 1942, in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late John and Draxie Hopkins Williams. Maryann was a homemaker and a devoted member of the Greasy Creek Freewill Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
Bobby Andrew May
Apr 1, 2026
Bobby Andrew May, age 73, of Elkhorn City, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at University of Kentucky Healthcare. He was born on February 10, 1953, the son of the late Richard and Myrtle May. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a son, Bobby Allen May and by two stepdaughters, Teresa Marie...
Anna Marlene Fouch
Mar 30, 2026
Anna Marlene Fouch, born on July 29, 1973, in Williamson, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at Trinity Healthcare Services of Logan, West Virginia. Her departure leaves a space filled with cherished memories and profound gratitude for a life that touched many.
Anna's journey was marked by her devoted career as a Certified Nursing Assistant, where she spent many...
Donnie Earl Adkins
Mar 24, 2026
Donnie Earl Adkins, age 71, of Shelbiana, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at his residence, He was born on April 4, 1954, the son of the late Ballard and Minnie Thacker Adkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five brothers: Cletis Adkins, William (Bill) Adkins, Harold Adkins, Ronnie Adkins, and Ballard Jr....
Noah "Dude" Lucas
Mar 22, 2026
Noah "Dude" Lucas Jr, 96 years old, passed from this earthly life, surrounded by loved ones, at home, in Morristown, TN on March 22,2026. He was born to the late Noah Lucas, Sr and Emma Damron Lucas of Shelby Gap, Kentucky.
He is survived by his children, Sandra and Gary Blake of Sterling Heights, MI, Linda and Richard Webb of Morristown...
Jimmie "Doc" Slone
Mar 22, 2026
Jimmie "Doc" Slone, age 71, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Jimmie was born December 17, 1954, to the late Billy "Doc' and Emogene-Hurley Slone. Jimmie "Doc" was a retired coal miner/foremen for Coal Mac and Arch Coal, and a believer in the Christian faith.
Besides his parents, Jimmie was preceded in death by one sister,...
Dianna Doris Newsom
Mar 20, 2026
Dianna Doris Newsom, born on August 22, 1953, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026. Her life was marked by a remarkable commitment to her community, her family, and the many roles she embraced with grace and dedication.
A proud graduate of Betsy Layne High School, along with Mayo Vocational School and Millard Vocational School, Dianna's youth was filled with vibrant...
Verda Lou Charles
Mar 18, 2026
Verda Lou Charles, age 92, of Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away on March 18, 2026.
Born on December 14, 1933 in Pikeville, she was the daughter of Craft and Ann Holloway Morris, who preceded her in death.
Since 1978, Verda has been a member of the Meta Baptist Church. Verda was proud of her career as a nurse and later enjoyed working at...
Jack Lucas
Mar 18, 2026
Jack Lucas, 83 , a distinguished funeral director whose life journey was marked by dedication, leadership, and service to his community. Born on April 21, 1942, in Jenkins, Kentucky, Jack passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Pikeville, Kentucky.
Jack Lucas was a man of many talents and unwavering commitment. He was the founder, current owner and funeral director of...
John Henry Pennington
Mar 16, 2026
John Henry Pennington, Age 76, passed from this life on March 16 , 2026 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born November 27, 1949, to the late Bill Pennington and Lissie Brooks Pennington, He was preceded in death by one son, John Kevin Pennington, Six brothers, Alfred, Kenny, Billy, Ronald, Donald, and Thomas, Three sisters, Juanita...
Patton "Pap" Justice
Mar 16, 2026
Patton "PAP" Justice, of Pikeville, Age 87, passed away at his residence on Monday March 16,2026, Pap was born on June 8, 1938, to the late Emil and Tilda Damron - Justice, Pap was married to the late Beulah Slone-Justice, he was a retired coal miner, school bus driver, and he was of the freewill Baptist faith. Pap is survived...
Jacob James Mullins
Mar 11, 2026
Jacob James Mullins, 22, of Manchester, Tennessee, passed away on March 11, 2026, at Saint Thomas West in Nashville, Tennessee.
Born, May 22, 2002, he is survived by his loving mother, Seronda Mullins; his sister, Jessica Mullins, and her partner Mark Moore; and his brother, Jeremy (Raina) Mullins. Jacob also leaves behind a beloved nephew, Atlas Moore and nieces: Harper Mullins,...
Delaney Newsom
Mar 11, 2026
Delaney "Pap" Newsome, 83, of Caney Creek, Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away March 11, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center. He was born on April 2, 1942, to the late John B. and Lizzie Newsom of Caney Creek, Pikeville, Kentucky. He was a devoted, loving husband to Betty Lamar Potter Newsom for 63 years. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for...
