Obituaries
Pikeville, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for Pikeville and Pike County, KY
Fairenda Wood
Jul 21, 2026
Brentyce Fairenda Johnson Wood, affectionately known as Nana, departed this earthly life and entered the gates of heaven on July 21, 2026.
Fairenda was born on March 22,1942 in Pikeville, Kentucky, to her parents, Flora Cox and Carroll Johnson.
She was an entrepreneur who established and operated Fairenda's Dress Shop, Betsy Layne Floral and Gift, and Citizens Realty before moving on to...
Ella Bentley Little
Jul 21, 2026
Ella Bentley Little, age 99, of Jonancy, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at the Pikeville Medical Center. She was born on March 2, 1927 at Beefhide, Kentucky.
Ella was the beloved daughter of the late Simon Bentley and Virgie Little Bentley. She was also preceded in death by six children: Daniel Ray Wright, Clayton Wright, Gequetta Newsome, Larry...
Matthew Thacker
Jul 20, 2026
Matthew Thacker, 48, Passed away at his residence in Elkhorn City, on July 20, 2026. Matthew was born on November 5, 1977, to Terry Thacker, and the late Nora Ratliff Coleman. Matthew is survived by his father, Terry Thacker, One daughter; Mattasin Houp, One sister; Amy Charles, One brother; Jonthan Wampler, Two Step-sister; Kayla Herrell, and Amanda Coleman. Matthew is...
William D. Deskins
Jul 19, 2026
A man of diverse interests and talents, William “David” Deskins was born in Pikeville to Bill and Lois (Anderson) Deskins, his childhood was spent in several places along the East Coast. As his father sought work, David and his sister, Jane, moved with their family throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. During his teenage years, the family returned to Pikeville, where...
Katilyn Mae Fields
Jul 17, 2026
Katilyn Mae Fields was born on January 4, 1998, and passed away on July 17, 2026. Her vibrant presence and unwavering spirit left a meaningful impact on everyone she encountered throughout her life.
Katilyn was the cherished daughter of Patricia Fields and Lonnie Paul Fields. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her beloved daughter, Ella Grace Grimes, and...
Betty Ann Justice
Jul 9, 2026
Betty Ann Justice, age 67, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Pikeville Nursing Home, Betty was born December 7, 1958, to the late Dan Thacker and Anna Mavis Hall-Slone. Betty was a proud home maker to her family. Besides her parents Betty is preceded in death by one daughter, Teresa Ann Justice, and one sister Jean Collins. Betty is...
Lorene Potter
Jul 9, 2026
Lorene Potter, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 9, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center at the age of 99. Born on January 9, 1927, in Letcher County, Lorene’s long and vibrant life was defined by her unwavering love for her family and her deep-rooted connections to her church and community.
Throughout her 99 remarkable years, Lorene...
Glema Adams
Jul 7, 2026
Glema Adams, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, at the Greg & Noreen Wells Hospice Care Center. Born on December 27, 1946, in Pike County, Kentucky, to the late Sterling and Maudie Justice-Slone, Glema spent her life rooted in the hills she called home, surrounded by family, faith, and the unwavering bonds...
Truman Dorton
Jun 27, 2026
Paris Truman Dorton
Paris Truman Dorton passed peacefully from his earthly home into the presence of his Lord on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Pikeville Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on October 20, 1946, to the late Fred and Emma Keene Dorton, Truman lived a life marked by hard work, steadfast faith, devotion to his family, and...
Suzanne Renee Coleman
Jun 25, 2026
Suzanne Renee Coleman, 59, of Pikeville Kentucky, peacefully passed away on June 25, 2026. A celebration of life will be held at Lucas & Son Funeral Home on June 27, 2026 at 5 p.m. and June 28, 2026 at 2 p.m.
Suzanne was born on September 15, 1966 in Pikeville, Kentucky to Anita Sue Coleman and Gary Dale Coleman. She attended...
Melissa Sue Stiltner
Jun 25, 2026
Melissa Sue “Missy” Stiltner, 57, of Melvin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Born on December 11, 1968, in Grundy, Virginia, Missy was the beloved daughter of the late Hobert Arville Stiltner and Evelyn Berger Stiltner.
Missy was a homemaker whose greatest gift was simply being herself. She possessed a gentle heart, a kind spirit, and an innocence that...
Ellena Mae Blackburn
Jun 22, 2026
Ellena Mae Blackburn, age 97, of Justiceville, passed away on June 22, 2026. Ellena was born on April 20,1929, to the late John and Amy Parsons.
Ellena was a member of Grace Baptist Church.
Ellena was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Blackburn; two sons, Kenny Blackburn and Larry Blackburn; one daughter-in-law, Calista Blackburn; six brothers and two Sisters.
Ellena is survived...
Sharon K Collins
Jun 20, 2026
Sharon K. Collins, age 70, of Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2026 at her residence. She was born April 26, 1956 to the late Link and Bobbi Jo Clark Bolton and was the wife of Gary W. Collins. A private entombment was held on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at the R.H. Ratliff Cemetery at Shelbiana, Kentucky.
Wanda L. Robinson
Jun 19, 2026
Wanda L. Robinson, passed away on June 18, 2026, at Providence Care Center in Ohio. Born June 30, 1942, in Harlan, Kentucky. Wanda’s 83 years were marked by a quiet strength and a devotion to her family.
Wanda was born in Harlan County, Kentucky. She grew up with a deep appreciation for the values of hard work, and resilience that she...
Lloyd David Charles
Jun 14, 2026
Lloyd David Charles, age 77, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026, at his home in Pikeville, Ky. Lloyd was born May 6, 1949, to the late Grover and Anna Mae Carnes-Charles. Lloyd was a retired diesel mechanic, and a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. Besides his parents, Lloyd was preceded in death by one sister, Linda Charles. Lloyd is...
Martha Jean Adkins
Jun 14, 2026
Martha Jean Adkins, Age 60, passed away June 14, 2026 at Pikeville medical center. Martha was born September 30, 1965, in Pikeville Ky, to the late Monroe Robinson and Wanda (Rasnick). Martha was preceded in death by one grandson; Jordan Austin Keene. Martha is Survived by her mother Wanda Robinson, One son; Ricky (Ashley) Keene, One daughter; Rachel Adkins, Three...
Harold Curtis Chaney
Jun 2, 2026
Harold Curtis Chaney, 44, of the Pikeville community, who departed this life on June 2, 2026, at his residence. Born on January 16, 1982, in Pike County, Kentucky, Curtis' life was marked by dedication, love, and a strong commitment to both family and his passion for his craft.
Curtis' journey began in Pike County, where he was born and raised, He...
Ollivene Hall
Jun 1, 2026
Ollivene Hall, Age 82, Passed away June 1, 2026 at her residence in Lexington, Ky. Ollivene was born April 3, 1944, in Pikeville, Ky, to the late Clyde Johnson and Della May Fleming-Johnson. Ollivene was preceded in death by one brother, and three sisters. Ollivene is survived by her husband Charlie "Ronnie" Hall, two sons: Lonnie Potter, Donnie Potter, and...
Mark Bartley
May 29, 2026
Mark Bartley, Age 65, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Mark was born on July 12, 1960, to the late Charles and Avonelle Chaney-Bartley. Mark was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Lincoln Bartley, He is survived by his fiancé', Donna Pinson, one daughter, Chasity Bartley, two brothers, Billy Bartley, Donald (Maggie) Bartley, two...
Shannon Porter
May 28, 2026
Shannon Porter, Age 48, passed away Thursday May 28, 2026 at her residence in Jenkins, Ky. Shannon was born April 15, 1978, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late Clifford Eugene Oakes and Thedda Ratliff-Oakes. Shannon was preceded in death by her husband, James Porter. She was survived by one son, Tyler Oakes, her mother, Thedda Oakes, one brother, Kim Dwayne...
