Thanks for submitting obit. Did anyone ever locate Fredora Pennington Lay's obit. She died died in Leslie 22 Jan 1982. She was the grandaughter of Elijah Roberts Begley and his mistress, Mary Howe. RW ----- Original Message ----- From: <RLTJPS@aol.com> To: <KYLESLIE@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, October 05, 2008 8:03 AM Subject: [KYLESLIE] OBIT: Mr. C. W. BEGLEY 1941 KY - 2008 KY

The ancestry of Mr. C. W. Begley born Confluence area of Leslie County. Laura Belle Eversole 1878 md William Gladstone Begley 1872, s/o Alex Begley & Sarah Feltner > Laura Belle Eversole & Wm. Gladstone Begley are buried at Hazard, KY Children: 1. Otis E. Begley 1899 md Josephine Parson 2. Ernest E. Begley 1901 md Virginia Bunch 3. Opal Begley 1903 md Foster Britton 4. Cleon Begley 1906 md Rixie Pratt 5. Marie Begley 1910 md Robert D. Fields 6. Mark Begley 1914 md Nola Bell 7. Carl Begley 1917 md Cleo Meade 8. Pauline Begley 1923 md Jack Burnett > 4. Cleon Begley 1906 md Rixie Pratt One of their children: C. W. BEGLEY 1941 - 2008 His ancestry found under: Henry C. Begley 1792 & Elizabeth Roberts 1792: Child: 2. Pharis Begley 1818 md Mary York 1819, d/o Andrew York & Hannah Bolling / Bowling **************New MapQuest Local shows what's happening at your destination. Dining, Movies, Events, News & more. Try it out! (http://local.mapquest.com/?ncid=emlcntnew00000001)

C.W. Begley (November 18, 1941 - September 24, 2008) The obituary of C.W. Begley Officiating Ministers: Rev. Pete McGee and Rev. Billy Joe Lewis Mr. C.W. Begley born November 18, 1941 departed this life on September 24, 2008 at the Hazard Appalachian Regional Medical Ctr. He was 66 years old. C.W. was born at Confluence (Hell-For-Certain),Kentucky the son of the late Cleon C. Begley and the late Rixie Pratt Begley. By occupation he was a retired Railroad Engineer, former Hazard City Policeman & firefighter. He was a retired U.S. Army & Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War. C. W. was a member of the Hazard Masonic Lodge, 32nd degree mason - shriner - member of Hillbilly Clan # 33 & 3, member of Scottish Rite, life member of the V.F.W. Post # 7387, V.F.W. Vice Commander District # 14, & member of Oleika Temple. C. W. was a member of the First Baptist Church, Bonnyman, KY. C. W. enjoyed his V.F.W. & Shriner's activities - including riding his 18 wheel coal truck in parades, and especially being with his grandchildren. Mr. C. W. Begley was a life-long resident of Hazard, Ky. residing at 201 Begley Court at the time of his death. Mr. C.W. Begley was preceded in death by his parents: Cleon C. Begley & Rixie Pratt Begley. He leaves the following relatives surviving: Wife: Pauline Pennington Begley of Hazard, KY; One Son: Roger Dean Mullins and wife Billie of Busy, KY; Two Daughters: Tammy Greeley and husband Robert of Hazard, KY, Sarah Collins and husband Keith of Yeaddiss, KY; Nine Grandchildren: Tyler Dean Mullins, Charles Vincent Deaton, Keith Collins, Jr. Patrick Austin Deaton, Madison Collins, Trenton Collins, Olivia Rachel Mullins, Cody Bowling, Sierra Bowling; also survived by Three Special Children: Aaron, Tori, and Alex and also a host of other treasured relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. C. W. Begley held at 2:00 p.m. -Sunday - September 28, 2008 at the Engle-Walker Funeral Home Chapel at 301 E. Main St. Hazard, KY with Rev. Pete McGee and Rev. Billy Joe Lewis officiating. Military Rites observed by the Hazard D.A.V. Chapter #64, burial followed in the "Hurricane Cemetery" at Hyden, KY. Visitation Friday - September 26, 2008 at the Engle Walker Funeral Home. Masonic and Scottish Rites observed at 7:00 p.m. Saturday -September 27, 2008 at the funeral home. **************New MapQuest Local shows what's happening at your destination. Dining, Movies, Events, News & more. Try it out! (http://local.mapquest.com/?ncid=emlcntnew00000001)

John Herbert Asher Jr. (July 4, 1924 - September 29, 2008) THE OBITUARY FOR MR. JOHN HERBERT ASHER JR. OFFICIATING MINISTER - REV. WAYNE BOWLING John Herbert Asher Jr., born 4 July 1924 at HYDEN, KY departed this life on Monday 30 September 2008 while at the HAZARD A. R. H. Medical center. John H Asher Jr., was 84 years, 2 months & 25 days of age at time of his passing. John Herbert Asher Jr., was preceded in death by his parents John Herbert Asher and Rose Hoskins Asher. Preceded in death by one son: Gary Ray Asher, and two of John's brothers: Eugene Asher & Carlo Asher. John Herbert Asher Jr.1924 - 2008 had been a member of the USAF 8th Airforce and 101st Airborne Division. By occupation John H. Asher Jr. was a self employed businessman.John was a m ember of the V. F. W. and the D. A. V. John's hobbies included performing Rhythm & Blues music. John leaves the following relatives surviving: Mother of his children Mrs. Florence Muncy of Winchester, KY; Son: James Asher & Michelle of Winchester, FOUR daughters Donna G Asher Haga of Winchester, Carolyn D Asher Robinson & Randall of Nashville, TN, Kim Yvette Asher of Lexington, KY, Tina Asher Roberts of Louisville, KY, John is survived by One Brother: Robert Asher of Indiana, One Sister Carolyn Asher Fromuth of San Antonio, TX., and survived by 7 Grandchildren: Robert, Taylor, Tayler, Jordan, Daniel, Jessica & Kyle. Funeral services for Mr. John Herbert Asher Jr. will be conducted Thursday 2 October 2008 at 3 pm at the Hyden location of Dwayne Walker Funeral Home, with the Reverend Wayne Bowling officiating. Visitation begins at 1 pm on Thursday 2 October 2008, and burial will take place in the "HOSKINS FAMILY Cemetery" at Hoskinston, KY., with US Military rites to be performed at the grave site performed by the LESLIE County D. A. V. Chapter # 133. **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Mollie Brown Howard (June 3, 1929 - September 29, 2008) The obituary of Mrs. Mollie Brown Howard. Officiating minister: Rev. Geoffrey Roberts. Mrs. Mollie Brown Howard was born on June 3, 1929 and departed this life on September 29, 2008 at the age of 79 years, 3 months, and 26 days. Mollie was a life-long resident of Leslie County, the daughter of the late Frank Brown and the late Ella Jane Robinson Brown. By occupation she was a homemaker. Some of her hobbies included going to the Mozelle Church of God where she had been a member for 45 years, as well as being with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband: Elmer Howard. Mrs. Mollie Brown Howard leaves surviving the following relatives: two sons: Dewey Wayne Howard & Tammy, and Dorphas Wade Howard both of Mozelle, KY; two daughters: Barbara Brock & Dennis of Hoskinston, KY, and Carol Howard & Marvin of Mozelle, KY; special friend: Lee Slusher; nine grandchildren; and ten grandchildren. She was also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Mollie Brown Howard will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the Mozelle Church of God at Mozelle, KY with Rev. Geoffrey Roberts officiating. Visitation began at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at the church. The following will serve as pallbearers for Mrs. Mollie Howard: Jason Brock, Dorphas Howard, Michael Howard, Craig Howard, Kevin Wilson, Travis Brock, and Adria Taylor. PHOTO and, You may sign the guest book at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) . **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Curtis Lynn Howard (March 16, 1985 - September 26, 2008) The Obituary of Mr. Curtis Lynn Howard Officiating Ministers: Rev. James Bowling Jr., Rev. Fred Collett, & Rev. Ralph Brown Mr. Curtis Lynn Howard born March 16, 1985 departed this life on September 26, 2008. He was 23 years, 6 months, and 10 days old. Curtis was born at Hyden, KY., the son of Millard Howard & Lillie M. Napier Howard. Curtis was employed as a coal miner for James River Coal Co. at their the Beech Fork mine location. Curtis was affiliated with the Stinnett Pentecostal Church & was a life-long resident of Leslie Co. He enjoyed hunting & fishing as hobbies. Mr. Curtis Lynn Howard was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Cartis Napier. Mr. Curtis Lynn Howard leaves the following relatives surviving: parents: Millard Howard and Lillie Napier Howard of Stinnett, KY., and. his companion: Keisha North of Stinnett, KY., three brothers: John Michael Howard, Justin Ray Howard, Gregory Wayne Howard, all of Stinnett, KY. Paternal grandparents: Raymond Bowling & Haley Asher of Hyden, KY., Millard & Phronia Caldwell of Warbranch, KY., Maternal grandmother: Leola Napier of Hyden, KY., Maternal aunts: Kathy Whitehead, Brenda Foster, maternal uncle: Gary Napier, Paternal aunts: Dorothy Caldwell, Freda Napier, Sandra K. Brock, Janice Lawson, & two paternal uncles: Theo Collett, Omus Collett, special cousins: Terry Wayne Whitehead, Michael Whitehead, Melissa Napier, Josh Napier, Natasha Howard, & special friend to whom Curtis was a mentor: Brent North, and a host of other treasured relatives and friends to mourn his death. The funeral service for Mr. Curtis Lynn Howard conducted at 1:00 p.m. - Tuesday - September 30, 2008 at the Stinnett Pentecostal Church with Rev. James Bowling, Jr., Rev. Fred Collett, and Rev. Ralph Brown officiating. The interment followed in the "Glady Branch Cemetery" located at Stinnett, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home. Friends may offer their condolences to the family at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Sarah B. Morgan (April 30, 1922 - September 26, 2008) The obituary of Mrs. Sarah Bowling Morgan Officiating Ministers: Rev. John Pugh, Rev. Fred Collett, Rev. Larry Thomas and others Mrs. Sarah Bowling Morgan born April 30, 1922 departed this life on September 26, 2008 at the age of 86 years, 4 months and 27 days old. She was born at Stinking Creek in Knox County, Kentucky the daughter of the late Bristo Bowling and the late Lillie Mills Bowling. By occupation she was a homemaker and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, Kentucky. Sarah enjoyed quilting and was a member of the Upper Grassy Branch Pentecostal church at Essie, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents: Bristol and Lillie Bowling, husband: Johnnie Morgan; two sons: Fred and Cornelius Morgan. She leaves surviving the following relatives: three sons: David Morgan & Fern of Corbin, KY, J.C. Morgan & Jean of Essie, KY, Alex Richard Morgan & Marlene of Essie, KY, five daughters: Virginia Lee Whitehead of Essie, KY, Phronia Hanselman & Tom of Riverside, OH, Laverne Amos of Hyden, KY, Ruby Crews & Dave of Dayton, OH, Juanita North & Wilburn of Essie, KY, one brother: Bill Bowling of London, KY. Sarah is also survived by 38 grandchildren, a host of great grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah Bowling Morgan held at 1:00 p.m. Monday- September 29, 2008 at the Upper Grassy Pentecostal Church at Essie, KY with Rev. John Pugh, Rev Fred Collett, Rev. Larry Thomas, and others officiating. Burial followed in the "Albert Morgan Cemetery" at Essie, KY. PHOTO & You may still send your condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

To inform all the current list members. You may want to know that RootsWeb has now put into effect a new SUBSCRIBE to mail lists procedure, that will now take a new subscriber an additional step to become a member of our email lists. RootsWeb says it is to slow down and prevent SPAM which has been to easy for Spammers who do SUBSCRIBE , SEND, and UNSUBSCRIBE, to try and prevent their identity from being found. It is true that hundreds and thousands of SPAM are sent to our Genealogy Mail Lists, that hopefully none of you current members ever see in your email. In all the turmoil of trying to keep our emails with member assistance and new queries of family genealogy and history of our ancestors and their living conditions in their era of life on earth, I hope the new potential members will take the additional steps now implemented at RootsWeb to SUBSCRIBE to our mail lists. I guess it is a sign of our times in this 2008 world full of evil and terrorism. LISTDAD JOHN **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Does anyone have information on Troy Melton, his parents and date of birth? Paul S Boggs -----Original Message----- From: kyleslie-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:kyleslie-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of RLTJPS@aol.com Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2008 11:06 PM To: KYLESLIE@rootsweb.com Subject: [KYLESLIE] OBIT: Russell Lane Melton 1961 - 2008 Russell L. Melton (June 18, 1961 - September 14, 2008) The obituary of Mr. Russell Lane Melton Officiating Ministers: Rev. Merle Caudill & Rev. Greg Whitaker Mr. Russell Lane Melton born June 18, 1961 departed this life on September 14, 2008 at the age of 47 Years,2 Months and 27 days old. He was born at Hazard, Kentucky the son of Troy & Odette Sizemore Melton. By occupation he was a mechanic and had been self-employed. Russell enjoyed working on motorcycles & playing cards as hobbies.He also enjoyed joking with small children--he affectionately called them all "monkey George." He was affiliated with the Wooton Presbyterian Church and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, Kentucky. Mr. Russell Lane Melton was preceded in death by his nephew: J.T. Melton; Russell Lane Melton leaves surviving the following relatives. Parents: Troy & Odette Sizemore Melton of Wooton, KY; One Son: Rusty Melton of Wooton, KY; One Daughter: Dawna Jace Melton of Wooton, KY; Two Brothers: Jerry Melton & Carol of Wooton, KY and Bruce Melton of Hazard, KY; One Sister: Donna Napier & Mike of Wooton, KY; Five Nieces and Nephews: Larry Melton & Tonya, Laura Melton, Stacey Napier, Brian Napier and Ryleigh Napier; Three Great Nieces and Nephews: McKenzie Alexander, Hannah Melton and Ben Melton. Also survived by a host of treasured cousins and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Russell Lane Melton conducted at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday - September 17, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, KY with Rev. Merle Caudill and Rev. Greg Whitaker officiating. The interment followed in the Melton Family Cemetery at Wooton, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. Visitation Tuesday- September 16, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, KY. PHOTO & You may send condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001) ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to KYLESLIE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1684 - Release Date: 9/22/2008 6:39 AM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.7.0/1684 - Release Date: 9/22/2008 6:39 AM

Paul Couch (December 27, 1933 - September 17, 2008) The Obituary of Mr. Paul "Banty Rooster" Couch Officiating Ministers: Rev. Ryan Osborne, Rev. Teddy Couch, Rev. Bobby W. Couch, Rev. Jerry Couch Mr. Paul Couch born December 27, 1933 departed this life on September 17, 2008. He was 74 years, 8 months, and 21 days old. Paul was born at Bear Branch, KY., the son of the late Cooney & Stella Couch. He was a retired coal truck driver & was affiliated with the Couch's Fork Church of God, Bear Branch, Ky. Paul was an avid coon hunter, & enjoyed dog trading, camping, blue-grass music, and most of all spending time with his grandchildren as hobbies. Paul was preceded in death by his parents: Cooney & Stella Couch, two brothers: Alonzo & Arvil Couch, & three sisters: Maltie Couch, Mandy Bowling, & Mae Couch. Mr. Paul Couch leaves the following relatives surviving: his wife of 55 years, Ethel Couch of Bear Branch, Ky., one son: Vernon Couch & wife, Rosetta of Stinnett, Ky., Ky.,one step-son: Larry Woods of Nashville, Tennessee, one grandson he raised as his own: Bill "Bubba Man" Foster of Bear Branch, Ky., three daughters: Carolyn Jones and husband, Elmo, of Bear Branch, Ky., Connie Bowling and husband, Gary, of Bear Branch, Ky., Regina Begley & husband, Darrius of Annville, Ky., one brother: R.B. Couch and wife, Jessie, of Bear Branch, Ky., two sisters: Mary Holland and husband, Golden, of Bear Branch, Ky., Mollie Ledger of Dayton, Ky., 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and a host of treasured nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends to mourn his death. The funeral service for Mr. Paul Couch conducted at 2:00 P.M.- Sunday - September 21, 2008, at the Couch's Fork Church of God, Bear Branch, KY., with Rev. Ryan Osborne, Rev. Teddy Couch, Rev. Bobby W. Couch, Rev. Jerry Couch officiating. The interment followed in the Couch's Fork Cemetery located at Bear Branch, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. Friends visitation held after 6:00 p. m,. Friday, at the Couch's Fork Church of God, Bear Branch, KY., all day Saturday, and until funeral time at 2:00 p.m.- Sunday, all at the Couch's Fork Church of God, Bear Branch, KY. The following serve as pallbearers: Donnie "Pepsi Cola" Couch, Greg Chedester, Blake McWhorter, Eric Allen, Eddie "Toot" Couch, Jeff "Buddy Cat" Couch, Andrew Couch, Scott Sutton, Wayne Gilbert, & Shawn Wilson. PHOTO & Family & Friends may offer their condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Russell L. Melton (June 18, 1961 - September 14, 2008) The obituary of Mr. Russell Lane Melton Officiating Ministers: Rev. Merle Caudill & Rev. Greg Whitaker Mr. Russell Lane Melton born June 18, 1961 departed this life on September 14, 2008 at the age of 47 Years,2 Months and 27 days old. He was born at Hazard, Kentucky the son of Troy & Odette Sizemore Melton. By occupation he was a mechanic and had been self-employed. Russell enjoyed working on motorcycles & playing cards as hobbies.He also enjoyed joking with small children--he affectionately called them all "monkey George." He was affiliated with the Wooton Presbyterian Church and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, Kentucky. Mr. Russell Lane Melton was preceded in death by his nephew: J.T. Melton; Russell Lane Melton leaves surviving the following relatives. Parents: Troy & Odette Sizemore Melton of Wooton, KY; One Son: Rusty Melton of Wooton, KY; One Daughter: Dawna Jace Melton of Wooton, KY; Two Brothers: Jerry Melton & Carol of Wooton, KY and Bruce Melton of Hazard, KY; One Sister: Donna Napier & Mike of Wooton, KY; Five Nieces and Nephews: Larry Melton & Tonya, Laura Melton, Stacey Napier, Brian Napier and Ryleigh Napier; Three Great Nieces and Nephews: McKenzie Alexander, Hannah Melton and Ben Melton. Also survived by a host of treasured cousins and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Russell Lane Melton conducted at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday - September 17, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, KY with Rev. Merle Caudill and Rev. Greg Whitaker officiating. The interment followed in the Melton Family Cemetery at Wooton, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. Visitation Tuesday- September 16, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, KY. PHOTO & You may send condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)

Betty Asher Nantz (November 24, 1928 - September 5, 2008) The obituary of Mrs. Betty J. Asher Nantz Officiating Minister: Rev. Cova Asher & Rev. John Asher Mrs. Betty J. Asher Nantz born November 24, 1928 Leslie Co., departed this life on September 05, 2008 at 3:10 p.m. at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers, Florida. She was 79 years old. Betty was born in Leslie Co., Ky., the daughter of the late Richard & Lucy Hensley Asher. She was employed by the Square D Corp., and at a meat packing plant. Betty had been a resident of Lehigh Acres, Florida for 26 years. She was a former resident of Leslie Co., KY. & Warsaw, Ky. Betty was a member of the Eastern Star & enjoyed writing poetry, drawing birds, working crossword puzzles, & flower gardening as hobbies. Mrs. Betty Asher Nantz was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Earl Nantz, Parents: Richard & Lucy Hensley Asher, and, Four children: Barbara, Donna, Candy, & Michael, & one granddaughter: Glenna. Mrs. Betty Asher Nantz leaves the following relatives surviving: Three daughters: Loretta Davis & Danny of Lehigh Acres, Fla., Ranny Murray & Eugene of Williamsburg, Ky., Vanessa Nantz of Ashville, North Carolina, One son: Nakia Nantz and Jessica of Cape Coral, Florida, Three brothers: Pearl Asher & Cathy of Hyden, Ky., Bobby Asher & Sharon of Corinth, Ky., & Jimmy Asher & Janice of Glencoe, KY., Four sisters: Rosie Collett of Hyden, Ky., Bonnie Hoskins & Wilk of Carrollton, Ky., Alice Ruth Beers of Warsaw, Ky.,& Daisy James of Dry Ridge, Ky., Nine grandchildren: Richard, Tonya, Robert, James, Tracy, Robert Earl, Shonda, Heather, & Trisha, 21 Great Gradchildren, along with a host of treasured nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends to mourn her death. She will be sorely missed her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, along with countless family members and friends. " She may be gone , but she will never be forgotten". The funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. - Friday - September 12, 2008 the Bear Branch Baptist Church, Bear Branch, KY. with Rev. Cova Asher & Rev. John Asher officiating. The interment will follow in the Asher Family Cemetery located at Hyden, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. The following served as pallbearers: Nakia Nantz, James Murray, Robert Davis, Cody Turner, John Bauerle, Wilk Hoskins, Jimmy Gibson, Virgil Beers, & Richard Beers. You may post your condolences to the family at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

David W. Holland (January 8, 1973 - September 4, 2008) The obituary of Mr. David William Holland Officiating Minister: Rev. Chad Hensley Mr. David William Holland born January 8, 1973 departed this life on September 4, 2008 at the age of 35 Years,1 Month and 3 days old. He was born at Hyden, Kentucky the son of Omeda Whitehead Holland and the late David Holland. David William Holland by occupation he was a logger and had been self-employed. David enjoyed seeking ginseng, boating, fishing and four wheeling. He was affiliated with the Stinnett Gap Church of God and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, Kentucky. Mr. David William Holland was preceded in death by his father: David Holland and leaves surviving the following relatives. Mother: Omeda Whitehead Holland of Asher, KY; Wife: Shawna S. Holland of Stinnett, KY; One Son: Damon Matthew Adkins of Stinnett, KY; Two Daughters: Britney Nicole Adkins of Hyden, KY; Jessica Helen Holland of Stinnett, KY; Two Brothers: Caleb Holland & Wife Rhonda of TN; David Boone Hall of TN; Two Sisters: Amy Asher & Husband Freddie Dale of Asher, KY; Glenda West of TN; One Special Aunt: Rosemary Tramell & Husband Otto. Also survived by a host of cousins, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. David William Holland held at 2 p.m. Sunday - September 7, 2008 at the Stinnett Gap Church of God at Stinnett, KY with Rev. Chad Hensley officiating. Burial in the Rye Cove Cemetery at Warbranch, KY. The following served as pallbearers: Matthew Adkins, Kevin Wilson, Alandis Brock, Kennedy Sizemore, Jr., Kennedy Sizemore, Fred David Asher, Nelson Anthony Sizemore, Caleb Holland, Hobert Ray Asher and James Wilson. Visitation was Saturday- September 6, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, KY. PHOTO & You may send your condolences at www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

Cecil Wells (April 24, 1925 - September 4, 2008) The obituary of Mr. Cecil Wells Officiating Minister: Rev. Danny Roberts Mr. Cecil Wells Born April 24, 1925 departed this life on September 4, 2008 at the age of 83 years,4 months and 10 days old. He was born at Jeff, Kentucky (near Hazard in Perry Co.,) the son of the late Amy Catherine McKinney. By occupation he was a former employee of the Power Company and also was a tobacco farmer. Mr Cecil Wells was affiliated with the Armstrong World Wide Church of God and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, KY. Mr. Cecil Wells was preceded in death by his mother: Amy Catherine McKinney, Cecil leaves surviving the following relatives: first cousin: Willis Wells and wife Lula; second cousin:Rev. Danny Roberts. Cecil is also survived at the age of 83 years by a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Cecil Wells held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday - September 7, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Danny Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in the Ira Wells Famly Cemetery located at Smilax, KY. Visitation 11 a.m. Sunday - September 7, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker funeral home chapel. Photo Not available: You may send your condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) Leslie County has lost a long time citizen who will be missed. **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

Ellen C. Morgan (February 21, 1927 - September 3, 2008) The obituary of Mrs. Ellen Coots Morgan Officiating Minister: Keith Bowling Mrs. Ellen Coots Morgan born February 21, 1927 departed this life on September 3, 2008 at the age of 81 years, 6 months and 13 days. She was born at Coon Creek, Kentucky the daughter of the late Chester Coots and the late Betty Williams Coots. By occupation she was a professional cook having retired from working for "Frontier Nursing Service". Ellen was an avid gardener, quilter, reader and cook. She was a member of the Hurts Creek Church of Christ and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, Kentucky. Ellen was preceded in death by her parents: Chester and Betty Coots; husband: Brophy Morgan; one daughter: Betty Sybil Morgan Doty; two brothers: Ruben and Dillard Coots; one sister: Ida Spence. Ellen leaves surviving the following relatives: her daughter: Venita Morgan Caldwell & her beloved son-in-law: Doug of Hyden, KY; three grandchildren: Ben Caldwell of Hyden, KY; Brent Doty & Shelly of Elizabethtown, KY; Brandon Doty & Laura of Franklin, KY; Two Great Grandchildren: Calden and Lydia Doty of Elizabethtown, KY; Sister-In-Law: Lorraine Coots and two young women whom she loved like daughters: Irene Boggs and Ellen Pace. Ellen is also survived by a host of other treasured relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Ellen Coots Morgan held at 1:00 p.m. Friday - September 5, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel at Hyden, Kentucky with Keith Bowling officiating. Burial in the Hurricane Cemetery at Hyden, Kentucky under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. The following to serve as pallbearers: Doug Morgan, Brent Doty, Ben Caldwell, Doug Caldwell, Brandon Doty and Max Doty. PHOTO & You may send condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

Lawrence Bowling (May 26, 1930 - September 3, 2008) The Obituary of Mr. Lawrence "Radar" Bowling Officiating Ministers: Rev. Eddie Dean Hoskins Ronnie Turner Mr. Lawrence Bowling born May 26, 1930 departed this life on September 3, 2008 at the age of 78 years, 3 months and 8 days old. He was born at Hector, Kentucky the son of the late Ballard Bowling and the late Malvie Bowling. By occupation he was a retired maintenance worker having worker for the "Frontier Nursing Services" for over 50 years. He had been affiliated with the Full Gospel Church at Warbranch, Kentucky. Lawrence was a life-long resident of Clay Co, living at Big Creek, KY at the time of his death. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents: Ballard Bowling & Malvie Bowling, and Two sons: Randy & Willie, & One daughter, Faye. Mr. Lawrence "Radar" Bowling leaves the following relatives surviving: Three sons: Lester Bowling and wife, Kim, of Tennessee, Ralph Bowling of Clay Co. KY., Gary Bowling & wife, Connie, of Bear Branch, KY., Two daughters: Bonnie Collins of Bear Branch, KY., Nancy Boles of Ohio, A host of grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, special friends: Ronnie & Judy Turner, Pauline Conley, Joey Lewis, & Kim & Marlene Couch, and a host of other treasured relatives and friend. The funeral service for Mr. Lawrence Bowling conducted at 1:00 P.M. - Saturday - September 06, 2008, at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel, Hyden, KY. with Rev. Eddie Dean Hoskins & Ronnie Turner officiating. The interment in the Hoskins Cemetery, Double Creek, Peabody, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. The following to serve as pallbearers: Roger Combs, Chris Perry, Gary Bowling, Joey Lewis, Brandon Collins and Lowell Thomas, Jr.. Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel, Hyden, Leslie County, KY. PHOTO & You may offer your condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomellc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomellc.com) **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

FOLKS, This is another descent of James Lewis II -1771NC-1865KY & Sarah (Sally) Couch 1773NC-1864KY , down thru his son MARTIN LEWIS born 23 November 1794 on New River, Ashe Co., NC and who left KY for Indiana and his 2nd wife, Drusilla Dent born abt. 1814 - died 1908 Boone Co., Indiana. Among the children was a son: Wm. Lankston LEWIS born 1836 Boone Co., Indiana whom married and lived and died in 1904 at Coyville, Wilson Co., Kansas. Among his children was; Maud Amy Lewis born Dec. 1879 in Coyville and died as Maud Amy Lewis CASE, in April 1960 Caldwell, Idaho. To Maud was born - among her children: ELVA Mae Case Nov. 1910 in Coyville, Kansas - deceased Dec. 1993 Pacola, OK. Elizabeth (Beth) born on Sept. 9, 1932 was daughter of ELVA Mae and Harold Hubert Graber. Elizabeth (Beth) has now deceased in August 2008 as the wife of Mr. Bert Spencer. LISTDAD, JOHN in CA > > > > > > > > Source: _http://www.legacy.com/IdahoPress/Obituaries.asp_ (http://www.legacy.com/IdahoPress/Obituaries.asp) The Guest Book for Elizabeth (Beth) M. Spencer will go offline soon, September 11, 2008. Beth Spencer, 75, of Homedale, went home to be with our dad Bert on Friday, Aug. 8, 2008. Graveside services held at noon Thursday, Aug. 14, at the Canyon Hill Cemetery, Caldwell. A Flahiff Funeral Chapel, Homedale. Beth was born on Sept. 9, 1932, in Wilder to Harold and Elva (Case) Graber. She grew up on the family farm across the Snake River and was educated in Homedale. She met Bert Spencer in 1948 and they were married on Sept. 18, 1949, at the Homedale Nazarene Church. They then moved to Spanaway, Wash., and lived there for one and a half years. They returned to Homedale, Central Cove Area, in 1951. Beth worked at several nursing homes and at the Homedale Nursing Home until she retired in 1993. She moved to the senior citizen apartments in 2004 where she met her new friends and just had a ball. She was a member of the Homedale American Legion Auxiliary Post 32, as well as a member of the Homedale Senior Center. Mom's most loved pastime was dancing, making her rugs and sitting down with a good western book or movie. She is survived by her five children, Linda (Jim) Gammett of Homedale, Bill (Vickie) Spencer of Mountain Home, Ruth (Wayne) Sayler of Buffalo, Mo., Kathy (Fred) Fuller of Parma, Jim (Marion) Spencer of Cazadero, Calif.; one brother, Dave (Pat) Graber of Kent, Wash., one sister, Ramona (Bill) Jones of Pocola, Okla., one brother-in-law, John (Gale) Spencer of Homedale, two sisters-in-law, Berta Kandler of Dixie and Ada Connel of Homedale; 18 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Beth was preceded in death by her husband, Bert Lewis Spencer; he passed away in 1983, and her daughter, Golda Mae Spencer; she passed away in 1950, her father and mother, Harold and Elva (Case) Graber, one sister, Sharen Graber at age 14, and her best friend Harold (Pop) Keeton. Well, mom, when you get up there in Heaven, take dad's hand, have the best dance of all - cause you're together again. We love you, mom. > > > > > > > > > The Legacy.com Guest Book for Elizabeth (Beth) M. Spencer will remain online until September 11, 2008, after which it will no longer be available to read or add an entry. Visit the Guest Book Thank you, The Legacy.com Team **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014)

Oda Keen Baker (December 26, 1911 - September 2, 2008) The Obituary of Mrs. Oda Keen Baker Officiating Minister: Pastor Steve Springer Mrs. Oda Keen Baker born December 26, 1911 departed this life on September 2, 2008 at the Manchester Memorial Hospital, Manchester, KY. She was 96 years, 8 months, & 26 days old. Oda was born at Dryhill, Leslie County, KY., the daughter of the late Lee Keen & Louisa Sizemore. Oda was a retired sales clerk, having been employed by Keen's Variety Store in Hyden, KY. Oda was a member of the Anna C. Brush Memorial United Presbyterian Church, Dryhill, KY., & enjoyed sewing, knitting, & quilting as hobbies. Oda was a life-long resident of Leslie Co., residing on Dryhill Road, Hyden, Ky., at the time of her death. Mrs. Oda Keen Baker was preceded in death by her parents: Lee Keen & Louisa Sizemore, Her husband: Daniel Boone Baker, One son: Ray Baker, Two sisters: Sally & Nora, Brothers: Cecil, Rex, Lee, Ernest, Charley, Kermit, an infant brother, Two grandsons: Johnny Ray & Jimmy Baker. Mrs. Oda Keen Baker leaves the following relatives surviving: One son: Edgar Matt Baker of Hyden, KY., One brother: James Keen and wife, Lillie, of Dayton, Ohio, Two sisters: Dorothy Williams of Hazard, KY., Jean Hoskins and husband, Denver of Crossville, Tennessee, Two grandsons: Randy Baker & Ricky Baker, Five great-grandchildren: Jordan Baker, Ashley Baker, Andrea Baker, Melissa Tackett,& Chassity Walden, daughter -in-law,Aline Baker of Lebanon, Ohio, Mother of her grandchildren: Marie Baker of Hyden, KY. and a host of treasured nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends to mourn her death. The funeral service for Mrs. Oda Keen Baker conducted at 1:00 p.m. - Thursday - September 4, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel, Hyden, KY. Pastor Steve Springer officiating. The interment followed in the Keen-Woods Cemetery, Dryhill, Leslie County, KY., under the direction of the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Staff. Visitation was from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 - Wednesday - September 3, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel., Hyden, KY PHOTO: You may sign the guest register at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************It's only a deal if it's where you want to go. Find your travel deal here. (http://information.travel.aol.com/deals?ncid=aoltrv00050000000047)

Carolyn M Johnson (November 22, 1944 - August 24, 2008) The obituary of Carolyn Morgan Johnson Officiating Ministers: Rev. Teddy Couch & Rev. Andrew Farmer Carolyn Morgan Johnson born November 22, 1944 departed this life on August 24, 2008 at the age of 63 years, 9 months and 2 days old. She was born at Hyden, Kentucky the daughter of the late McKinley Morgan and June Lewis Morgan. By occupation Carolyn was employed by the Begley Lumber Company and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County, KY. Carolyn Johnson was a member of the Rockhouse Pentecostal Church. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents; McKinley & June Morgan. She leaves surviving the following relatives: two sons: Steve Johnson & Anna of Hyden, KY; Scott Johnson & Linda of Sizerock,. KY; one daughter: Renee Lewis & Greg of London, KY; one grandson whom she raised as her own: Dustin Johnson of Hyden, KY; brother; Johnny Morgan of Middletown, OH; sister: Juanita Asher & Chester of Hyden, KY; Father of Children: Owen "Bud" Johnson of OH; seven grandchildren: Dustin, Tyler, Faith, Isaac, Gabriel, Brandon & Allen. Funeral services for Carolyn Morgan Johnson held at 2 p.m. Wednesday - August 27, 2008 at the Rockhouse Pentecostal Church at Hyden, Kentucky with Rev. Teddy Couch and Rev. Andrew Farmer officiating. Burial in the Laurel Fork Cemetery located at Hyden, Kentucky. Visitation at 6 p.m. Tuesday - August 26, 2008 at the church. The following to serve as pallbearers: Eugene Wilder, Eddie Morgan, Billy Richard Morgan, Tate Begley, P. J. Asher, David Roberts, Allen Dodson, Larry Lewis, & Tracy Smallwood. PHOTO You may send your condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************It's only a deal if it's where you want to go. Find your travel deal here. (http://information.travel.aol.com/deals?ncid=aoltrv00050000000047)

Morgan Gross (February 17, 1924 - August 16, 2008) The obituary of Mr. Morgan Gross Officiating Ministers: Harold Turner and Mack Lewis Mr. Morgan Gross born February 17, 1924 departed this life on August 16, 2008 at the age of 84 years, 5 months and 30 days old. He was born at Yeaddiss, Kentucky, the son of the late Dewey Gross and the late Rebecca Pennington Gross. By occupation Morgan was a retired coal miner and had been a life-long resident of Leslie County. He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, and had been a member of the Church of Christ. Morgan enjoyed gardening and feeding hummingbirds as hobbies and was preceded in death by his parents: Dewey & Rebecca Gross: two brothers: Willard & Henry P. Gross, one sister: Parley Gross. Mr. Morgan Gross leaves surviving the following relatives, wife: Daisy Turner Gross of Yeaddiss, KY; three sons: Wayne Boggs and Tammy of Jeff, KY; Morgan Gross, Jr. & Chriselda of Brownsville, TX; Matt Gross & Lorene of Yeaddiss, KY; one daughter: Hazel Brown & Edward of Yeaddiss, KY; two brothers: Johnie Gross & Lillian Ruth of Yeaddiss, KY; Chrisley Gross & Irene of Smilax, KY; five sisters: Mallie Pennington of Yeaddiss, KY; Jane Harris & Bob of Indiana; Jewell Mobley & Bill of Indiana; Alice Woods of Indiana; Mary Sue Baker & Ernest of Smilax, KY; ten grandchildren: Morgan Lee, Kendall, Daniel, Carissa, Jeffery Wayne, Cynthia, Steven, Katie, Drake, David; one great grandchild: Morgan Elizabeth, & beloved special friends: Roger & Carolyn Wells. Also survived by a host of other treasured relatives and friends. Funeral services for Mr. Morgan Gross held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday-August 20, 2008 at the Dwayne Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Harold Turner and Mack Lewis officiating. Burial in the Hurricane Cemetery, under the direction of the funeral home staff. Visitation at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday- August 19, 2008 at the funeral home chapel. PHOTO: You may send condolences at _www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com_ (http://www.walkerfuneralhomesllc.com) **************It's only a deal if it's where you want to go. Find your travel deal here. (http://information.travel.aol.com/deals?ncid=aoltrv00050000000047)