Obituaries
Pikeville, KY Obituaries
Local obituaries for Pikeville and Pike County, KY
Carol Ratliff
Oct 14, 2025
Carol Ratliff, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on October 14, 2025, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Born on April 20, 1945, Carol lived a life filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories until her final days.
Carol is survived by her loving son, Tim (Karen) Ratliff, and her devoted daughters, Shelia (Hobert) McCoy and Becky Childers....
Annette Ray
Oct 13, 2025
Annette Ray, age 82, of Pikeville, KY. passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025 at the Pikeville Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born on December 3, 1942, the daughter of the late Mitchell and Margaret Combs Allen. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Richard Ray, by a son Michael Westervelt and...
Omel Branham
Oct 12, 2025
Omel Delorce (Bartley) Branham, 93, was born May 21, 1932 in Pikeville, Kentucky and peacefully departed this earth at her home on Sunday, October 12, 2025 with her daughter by her side after over a decade long battle with dementia. Omel was the oldest of six daughters born to Edgar Bartley and Leona Little Bartley.
She was small in stature, but...
Yvonne Kinney
Oct 11, 2025
Yvonne Phillips Kinney, age 77, passed away on October 11, 2025 at her home. Yvonne was born on September 18, 1948, to the late Noah and Viola Compton Phillips. She was the wife of the late Louie R. Kinney. Yvonne was a retired Operating Room Tech from Pikeville Medical Center and a member of the Greasy Creek Freewill Baptist Church....
Allen Eugene Abshire Sr.
Oct 10, 2025
Allen Eugene Abshire Sr. age 53, passed away on October 10, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky. Allen is the son of the late Ronnie Abshire and Brenda Chapman Bevins. He is the husband of Jennifer Adkins Abshire. Allen was the Chief of Police for the University of Pikeville and was baptized at the Upper Grapevine Church of...
Terry Johnson
Oct 9, 2025
Terry Johnson, age 63, of Boyd County, KY, passed away late on October 9, 2025. Terry was born on July 25, 1962, in Pikeville, KY, the son of Fern (Smallwood) Johnson and Fon Johnson.
He graduated from Boyd County High School before attending Marshall University in Huntington, WV, earning a bachelors in Accounting.
Terry was a frequent visitor of the TBS Auction,...
Ricky James Collins
Oct 7, 2025
Ricky James Collins, born on July 25, 1966, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love and family, deeply cherished by those who had the honor of knowing him.
Ricky is survived by his devoted wife, Mona Irene Hunt Collins, who stood by his side through every chapter of their lives together. He was a...
Cletis Webb
Oct 5, 2025
Cletis Webb, a devoted family man and retired coal miner, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 5, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born in Pikeville, Kentucky, on September 25, 1942, to the late Brady and Ersie Webb. Cletis lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep sense of community, qualities that resonated...
Trevez Bartley
Oct 4, 2025
Trevez Bartley, 31 of Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away on October 4, 2025, at his residence. He was born on May 29, 1994 in Pikeville, Kentucky.
From a young age, Trevez was known for his remarkable talent and enthusiasm as a skateboarder, quickly establishing himself as one of the best in the area. His dedication to the sport was matched only by...
Ralph Hall
Sep 30, 2025
Ralph Hall, born on April 6, 1953, passed away on September 30, 2025, at Pikeville Medical Center. He leaves behind a loving family and a legacy of warmth and kindness that will be remembered by all who knew him.
Ralph is survived by his devoted wife, Edna Hall, and two cherished daughters, Brook (Andrew) Shell and Kimberly Kiser (Nathan Webb). His...
Lige Edward Williamson
Sep 26, 2025
Lige Edward Williamson, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 26, 2025, at the age of 72 in his residence in Canada, Kentucky. Born on September 21, 1953, in Pikeville, Kentucky, Lige was a man known for his warmth, kindness, and the deep connections he forged with those around him.
Lige was a devoted father to his four...
Josephine Taylor
Sep 16, 2025
Josephine Taylor, a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on March 25, 1964, Josephine lived a life filled with love and faith as a devoted follower of Christ.
Josephine was a loving wife to Howard Taylor Jr. and a proud mother to her daughters, Elizabeth Jean (Alexander) Williamson and...
Larry Dean Hylton
Sep 15, 2025
Larry Dean "Hacksaw" Hylton, age 53, of Ashcamp, Kentucky passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025 at the Pikeville Medical Center. He was born on March 12, 1972, the son of the late Harold Dean and Rebeale McCown Hylton. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Gregory Hylton and Garland Hylton and by...
Joyce Ann Hall
Sep 10, 2025
Joyce Ann Hall, of Grethel, Kentucky, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of the Pikeville community, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Born on December 13, 1946, in Pikeville, Kentucky, Joyce dedicated her life to her family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Joyce is survived by her son Jody Hall...
Rosemary Smith
Sep 6, 2025
Rosemary Smith, aged 68, of Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at the Pikeville Medical Center. Born on June 11, 1957, Rosemary lived a life filled with dedication, compassion, and love, touching the hearts of many throughout her years.
Rosemary made significant contributions as a Dietary Clerk at Mountain Manor Nursing Home, where her commitment to the health...
Helen Coleman
Sep 5, 2025
Helen Coleman, passed away peacefully at her home on September 5, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on July 31, 1951, Helen was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and compassion touched the lives of many.
Helen dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating a loving home. She found joy in her role as...
Brenda K. France - Ratliff
Sep 5, 2025
Brenda K. France - Ratliff, a cherished member of the Pikeville community, passed away peacefully at her home on September 5, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 4, 1952, in Pikeville, Kentucky, Brenda’s life was one filled with love, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to her work and family.
Brenda had a notable career with the Pike County...
Karen Sue Hall
Sep 3, 2025
Karen Sue Hall, 67 , of Jonancy, Kentucky , passed away Wednesday , September 3, 2025, at the Pikeville Medical Center. She was born on June 9, 1958, in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Hiram and Glenna Flannagan Hall . Karen was a retired Nurse Aid for Appalachian Regional Health Care and a dedicated member of Connection Church. She was...
Jimmy Lee Moore
Sep 2, 2025
Jimmy Lee Moore, age 74, of Elkhorn City, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at the Pikeville Medical Center. He was born on March 2, 1951, the son of the late Willie and Allene Little Moore. IN addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Thelma Taylor.
Before his retirement, Jimmy was a coal...
Randall B. Mullins
Aug 30, 2025
Randall B. Mullins, born on April 17, 1951, in Kentucky, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to his family and community. As a retired professional, Randall's contributions to those around him will long be remembered by all who had the honor of knowing him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Charlotte...
