Visitation will be Thursday evening, at the funeral home, from 6 - 9 PM and Friday from 11:00 AM until service time. Surviving are three grandchildren, Theressa Mullins (Nick Best) of Westwood, Jimmy Stambaugh of Ashland, and Cathy Shavers (Colin) of Ashland. Preston Funeral Home is family owned and operated, and was established in 1982 by Rev. Cora Jean Newman1931 - 2015Cora Jean Meek Newman, 83, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Tuesday evening, January 6th at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland. Surviving include 3 sons, Donald Eugene Church and wife Donna of Willard, Kentucky, Kenneth Church and wife Anita of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Glen Church and wife Christine of Florence, Kentucky. Buddy was born October 11, 1939 in Boyd County, Kentucky, a son of Thelma Yates White of Florida and the late Alfred White. A Sister, Carma Stapleton of Ashland, Kentucky. Betsey was born March 7, 1941, in Ashland, a daughter of the late Emerson and Virginia Layne Hunt. Ronald was a graduate of Boyd County High School, He attended Oakland Avenue Baptist Church in Catlettsburg, Kentucky and was a member of the Westwood Enterprise Baptist Church. Funeral services will be Monday, March 17, 2014 at 1:00 PM by Pastor Leo Ison and Bro. Request Information Bill was born September 26, 1948 in Ashland, Kentucky a son of Frances Barnhill Whitlock, of Ashland, KY, and the late James H. Whitlock. Visitation will be Monday from 11:00 AM until service time. He had touched so many lives with his work and coaching, and made a great impact on his children and players and wanted to do the same with his grandchildren. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Visitation is Friday from 11:00 AM until service time. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl J. Moore, his mother and stepfather, Kathleen Nolan Moore & Sidney 'Jack' Kendrick, and a brother, Roger Moore. She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, Norville Thompson in 1999, and 2 sons, Gregory Joseph Thompson in 1994 and Robert Russell Thompson in 2008, and a son in law, Bill Backofen in 1986. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. Burial will be in the Carter County Memory Gardens. Morris was born February 15, 2015 in Boyd County a son of Morris Maynard of Catlettsburg and the late Lisa Hatfield Maynard. Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 28th at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Pastor Charlie Rice. 6 great grandchildren, Brook, Katlynn, Samantha, Hannah, Hailee, and Alex. Madelon Louise Venters, 92, of Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Thursday evening, January, 15th, in Oakmont Manor Nursing Care following an extended illness. Ralph Morman1948 - 2014Ralph Bernard Morman, Jr., 65, of Ashland, Kentucky, husband of Debra Cox Morman, died peacefully Sunday morning, August 17th, following an extended illness. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. 4 sisters, Louise Osborne, Rosa Meeks, Claudia Copley all of Catlettsburg, KY, and Jennifer Warnock of Flatwoods, KY. 6 Grandchildren. She was a retired Boyd County Shirley Ellen Trippett, 76, of Greenup, went to be with the Lord Friday, June 17, 2016, surrounded by her loving family at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland. LaDonna Robbins and husband Lacy Sr., of Gahanna, Ohio. A daughter, Kirby Little Shergill and husband Karandeep of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 4 sisters, Becky Conner of Ina, Illinois, Kathy Maze of Belle Rive, Illinois, Tammy Garrison and Robin Little of Belleville, Illinois, and his constant companion Niles, his Jack Russell Terrier. A memorial service will be held Monday, June 30, 3014 at 11:00 AM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Bob was born December 29, 1933 at Ashland, Kentucky a son of the late Grover and Lillian Thornsbury Hatfield. A celebration of Ralph's life will be Thursday, August 21st at 2:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will be this evening, (Thursday) from 6 -9 PM . He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid sports fan. Preston Family Funeral Home | Funeral service & cemetery in Ashland, Kentucky (606) 325-4946 prestonffh@gmail.com We are a family-owned and operated funeral home, serving Boyd and Greenup county since 2002. Junior Ruggles. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral Services will be Friday, March 6 at Noon at Preston Family Funeral Home. She is survived by her daughters, Mary and Jeff Ware of Ashland, Kentucky, Cathy Webber of New York City, New York, and Mickie and Ron Willis of Des Moines, Iowa; her grandchildren, Chris Ware and Tammy Lyon of Ashland, Kentucky, Jordan Ware of Ashland, Kentucky, Joe and Dena Cyr of Braselton, Georgia, Mike Cyr of Kailua,Hawaii, and four great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 15th at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME in Ashland, Kentucky. John was born December 11, 1923 in Elliott County, Kentucky, a son of the late Adam and Cynthia Fraley. She loved her fellowship with the ladies and was always volunteering for many church projects and helping whenever needed. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Louisa, Kentucky. In addition , Thomas Stumph, age 71, of Paintsville, KY, died Monday February 20, 2023. Lieutenant Colonel Shelburn Ray Childers, 69, of Ashland, Kentucky, husband of Brenda Lemaster Childers, died peacefully, Wednesday, February 5, 2014, at Kings Daughters Medical Center with his loving family at his bedside. Surviving include 2 sons, Donald Estep of Lasage, West Virginia, and Howard Randall Bryan of Ashland, Kentucky. Surviving in addition to his loving wife include 2 sons, Shane J. Moore and wife Kimberly of Salt Lick, Kentucky, and Jeromy C. Moore of Ashland, Kentucky. Surviving include a daughter, Lisa Mooney and husband Jason of Ironton, Ohio. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park. He was retired from the B&O Department and continuous caster at AK Steel and was a former member of the National Guard 201st Battalion, Ashland, Kentucky. Morris Maynard, Jr., 44, of Catlettsburg, passed away Monday, April 27th, at Kings Daughters Medical Center. Lexington, Kentucky 40502. February 7, 2023 at Jones-Preston Funeral Chapel Visitation: 12:00 Noon until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, February 5, 2023, 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 View full obituary Isaac Emmanuel Gollihue Send Sympathy Gifts March 18, 2003 - January 31, 2023 adored, Andrew Keith Grubb and Emily Renee Grubb. Mary will be buried at the Hutchinson Cemetery between her two infant children. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Raymond Richardson and wife Kim of Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Bobby Gene Watts, 81, of Ashland, Kentucky, husband of 61 years of Ruth Jean McDowell Watts, died peacefully, Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Kings Daughters Medical Center. Mom had a passion for life, was a child of our Lord and Savior and loved spending time with her children, grand children, and great grand children. The last few years they resided in the Ashland, Kentucky area where her husband worked for CSX.She is preceded in death by six siblings: Irene Elkins, Harold, KY; Arthur Langdon Layne, Harold, KY; Lenna Lynn Byrd Hubbard, Patriot, OH; Ottis Langley Layne, Sr., Catlettsburg, KY; Mary Ozetta Lee, Harold, KY; Anna Sue Clarke, Harold, KY. She is survived by one daughter, Wanda Sue Mattingly (Tom) of Lexington, KY; one son, James Pard Craft, Jr., and one granddaughter, Aries Craft, both of Flatwoods, KY.Visitation will be from 11 am to 1 pm followed by the funeral service at Temple Baptist Church, 124 Reid Street, Flatwoods, KY on Thursday, January 16. Jeff enjoyed spending time with family and church friends and was especially fond of a good round of golf. Write your message of sympathy today. During his 35 year career as a pipefitter and welder he worked on projects in the mid west as well as Eastern Kentucky. Richard was born April 4, 1929 at Ashland, Kentucky a son of the late Richard and Mamie Fosson Adams. Visitation will be this evening (Wednesday) from 6 - 9 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Memorial contributions in Nieda's memory are welcome and may be sent to OLBH Meals on Wheels, Saint Christopher Drive, Ashland, Kentucky 41101 or South Ashland United Methodist Church Building Fund at 2203 29th Street, Ashland, Kentucky 41101. The family will receive visitors at 11AM until service time at the funeral home. He was preceded in death, in addition to his mother, by a brother, Matthew Ratliff. She was born July 14, 1931 in Ashland, Kentucky a daughter of the late William C. and Mary Anne Martin Menshouse. A graveside service for Rene will be held Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Docks Creek Cemetery in Kenova, West Virginia. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of Poage, Lodge #325 F&AM, and was a retired carpenter. Visitation is Sunday evening from 6-8 PM. Interment will be in the Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens. You have chosen us twelve out of the last fourteen years as the Best Funeral Home and for this we are grateful. Funeral Services will be Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 11:00 AM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Ashland, Kentucky. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com or facebook/prestonfamilyfuneralhome. Arrangements are under the direction of PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Ray Lockhart, 76, of Lexington, Kentucky, formerly of Ashland, died Saturday morning, December 7, 2013 at his residence. With the great dedication of my staff we are able to continue the tradition of providing thoughtful and compassionate care with the utmost integrity in your time of need. He was an U.S. Army veteran of WWII, serving in the South Pacific, and was involved in three major engagements at New Guinea, South Philippines, and Luzon. Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 3rd at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Brother Ed McKinney. Our mother was the first born of 11 children, which in addition to, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, William Doolin, a sister, Joyce Ann Doolin Brown, a grand daughter, Christal Davis Mills, a great grandson, Wyatt Adam Mills, and a niece, Stacy Doolin. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Two sons, Keith Brian Hall II and Amy of Ashland, Kentucky and Teddy Keith Hall and wife Rose of Ashland, Kentucky. When you are interested in preplanning your burial, you can be sure your legacy will be secured and that you can easily have peace of mind. She was a retired cook with the Ashland School system as well. During her married life she and her husband, James Pard Craft, Sr. lived in Floyd County, Kentucky and Michigan. Mary Elizebeth 'Betsey' Stringer1941 - 2013. Jerry Ray 'Huey Pig' Moore, 63, of Ashland, Kentucky, husband of Laurie Woodburn Moore, died Monday morning at Community Hospice Care Center following an extended illness. 2 brothers, Gerald Walker of Summitt, Kentucky and Dale Walker of Ashland, Kentucky, a sister, Margaret Maynard of Ashland, Kentucky, 7 grandchildren and 1 due soon. The funeral service is an important point of closure for those who have suffered a recent loss, often marking just the beginning of collective mourning. Dr. Thomas Thomasson 1950-2021 Dr. Thomas Thomasson, 70, of Parker, Col., formerly of Holden, W.Va., died Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021, at his mothers residence. Visitation will be from noon today until 1:00 PM. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jeff's memory may be made to the Meade Station Church of God, 10255 Cedar Hill Drive, Ashland, Kentucky 41102. daughter of the late Harrison and Flossie Whitt Conley. ; a stepson, Robert Dale Stringer of Louisville; her brother, John Layne of Ironton, Ohio; three half-brothers, Phillip Layne, Larry Hunt and Kenny Hunt, all of Columbus, Ohio; her half-sister, Janette Hunt of Columbus; her aunt, Peggy Cook of Coal Grove, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Born December 30, 1954 in Sumter, South Carolina to the late James Edgar Preston and Thelma Louise Herindean Preston. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. 5 grandchildren, Brandon Fowler, Bradley Queen, Trevor Queen, Trace Queen, and Kayleigh Litteral. He was a member of the 13th Street Freewill Baptist Church where he enjoyed fellowship with his church family and loved the music. Paul loved spending time with his family and attending his childrens sporting events. Vickie was born January 22, 1952 in Ashland, Kentucky a daughter of the late Mitchell and Christine Vaughn Scarberry. A memorial service will be held Monday, October 14, 2013 at 12:00 Noon at the 1st Assembly of God at Raceland, Kentucky by bro. 3 brothers, Arby Rowe and wife Lilly of Greenup, KY, Dave Rowe (deceased wife Barbara)of Westwood, KY, and Paul Rowe and wife Cinda of Ironville, KY. A sister, Helen Imogene Wright and husband Fredof Catlettsburg, KY, 3 grandchildren, Brigette and husband Danny Devaney, Michael Hughes, Gary and wife Breanna Hatfield, and 2 great grandchildren, Isaiah Stills and Airen Hatfield,and a great friend, she considered as her daughter, Marie Hatfield. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at 1:00 PM at Preston Family Funeral Home. 7 grandchildren, Phillip Pristas, Kim Knight, James Pristas, Brandon Rhodes, Will Jervis, Shon Jervis, and George Jervis. He was the former owner and operator of Adkins Electronics in Ashland. Surviving are 2 sons, Jeff Esham and wife Katie of Cooper City, Florida, Tom Esham of Ashland, Kentucky. A daughter, Jennifer Hunter and husband J.D. 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park. Contributions may be made in Ray's memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children, at 1900 Richmond Road. Ralph's last few years in the music industry was in 1980 through 1982 with Kim Simmonds and 'Savoy Brown', an English blues rock band.Throughout his career, Ralph always remembered where his roots were. Charles was born September 28, 1945 in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late Van Donald and Bertha Alice Stanley Griffith. Paintsville, KY Preston Funeral Home Inc Thursday, February 23, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Sardis Noel Hitchcock Funeral: 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 25, 2023 in the Jones-Preston. Keith is survived by the love of his life, his wife Nancy Ann Clay Hall. Offer a gift of comfort and beauty to a family suffering from loss. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents by his wife, Arbutus in 2003, 2 brothers and a sister. She is also survived by 22 great grandchildren. Paul was a former employee of AK Steel,St. Mary Jane Webber, 90, of Ashland, Kentucky, passed away Friday, June 12 in Kingsbrook Lifecare Center in Ashland. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents by a brother, Ronald Plummer. Ronald Stapleton. He was a true 'picker' long before picking became popular. A daughter, Jennifer Fryman of Lexington, Kentucky. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 23rd, at 1:00 PM with visitation from 11:00-1:00 at the First Baptist Church of Russell by Pastor Ken Gowin. Contributions may be made in her memory to Temple Baptist Church, 124 Reid Street, Flatwoods, KY 41139, designated for the Churchs mission fund or for the Churchs Gideons fund. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Monday at Preston Family s Bakery. 2 brothers, Marvin and wife Lydia of Cannonsburg, Kentucky and David and wife Judy of Catlettsburg, Kentucky. A sister, Betty Meyers and husband Louis of Excell, Alabama, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several step grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a devoted Christian and faithfully evangelized the Gospel of Jesus Christ in area churches and held several tent revivals. Bobby was born May 6, 1932 at Holden, West Virginia, a son of the late Doc Ellis Watts and the late Fanny Lee Frye Watts. A graveside service will be Wednesday, March 26, at 2:00 PM at Rose Hill Burial Park by Brother Tim Holmes. Michael Meade, Michael Dylan Frasure and Logan Adrian Leach. Over the years she has been active in her church both at Temple and other churches as Sunday school teacher and pianist with a special emphasis on missions. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his loving wife, Kathleen Greene Fraley, a son, Robert Eugene Fraley, a grandson, John Wesley Fraley, 3 sisters, Freda Salyers, Nanny Adkins, Virginia Sloan, and a brother Ferris Fraley. Sam worked at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital 41 years and retired in 1998. She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by a brother, Michael Culley Stephens. Use the form above to find your loved one. Oliver Gregory Little, 53, of Chesapeake, Ohio, died peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at his residence following an extended illness. Funeral Services will be Thursday evening, August 29, 2013, at 8:00 PM at Preston Family Funeral Home in Ashland, Kentucky, by Minister Mark Keene. He was a retired millwright with Local 1519 and was of the Baptist faith. An avid reader, he was most passionate about the Bible and studied it daily. Preston Family Funeral Home in Ashland is in charge of arrangements. Ora Jean was born May 23, 1951 at Ashland, Kentucky, a daughter of the late William and Helen Kazee Hill. Also special friends James Barber, Juanita Gullett, and daughter in law, Rebecca Fields Walker. She was a homemaker and a faithful member of the Hoods Creek Baptist Church- 1st Enterprise Association. Entombment will be in the Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum with Masonic Rites by the officers and brothers of Fred Gross Lodge #953 F&AM. He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his wife, Ruby Walsh Frasher, a sister, Delpha Lee Dameron, and a brother, Elmer Frazier. Hensley and wife Kirbi of Flatwoods, Kentucky. Dovie Darnell, 91, of Bellefonte, Kentucky, died peacefully Sunday evening, December 29, 2013, with her daughters at her bedside, at Saint Joseph Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky. Work here? If you should have any questions concerning any of the information you may find on our site, please do not hesitate to contact us at 606- 789-3501 or 888-789-3501 or email us at. A memorial service will be held Thursday evening, March 20th, at 6:00 PM by Bob Russell at, PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME. Ronald William Ratliff 1965 - 2014 Ronald William Ratliff, 49, of Ashland, Kentucky, husband of Cheri Chandler Ratliff, died Wednesday morning at his residence following a sudden illness. 3 great grandchildren, Tanner and Bailey Winfield, Robert Cooksey, and a sister, Jewell Johnson of Fallsburg, Kentucky. Betty Jo McDowell, 86, of Route 5, Ashland, Kentucky, died peacefully Friday, February 21st at St. Mary's Medical Center, with her loving family at her bedside, following a sudden illness. March 5th 2023 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Preston Funeral Home (136 Main St, Paintsville, KY 41240). Over the years she has been active in her church both at Temple and other churches as Sunday school teacher and pianist with a special emphasis on missions. Burial will be in the Bellefonte Memorial Gardens. Mary Jane loved listening to opera music. Dale Barber and Bro. Survivors include two sons: Gary Castle of Ashland, Mike Castle of River; Eddie S. Lambert, 75, of Cannonsburg, Kentucky, died Friday morning, June 7, at Kings Daughters Medical Center. 2 brothers, Gaylord White and wife Loralee of Atlanta, Georgia, and Don White and wife Donna of Westwood, Kentucky, 2 sisters, Jackie Kersey of Ashland, Kentucky and Judy Hale and husband Larry, of Charlotte, North Carolina. Other surviving family members include, Sam Caudill, Cortnie Kirk, and Brittany Glover. She was born September 9, 1935, in Paintsville to the late Harry (Hack) and Carrie Blanton McKenzie. Clara was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by her husband, Ray Middleton, Sr. in 1020, a grandson, a great grand daughter and 3 sisters. Middle son, Lieutenant Colonel John Christopher, U.S. Army and wife Soyon and their 4 sons, James, John, Daniel, Joseph, and daughter Sarah, all of Manassas, Virginia. Ronald Richardson and wife Carol of Kissemee, Florida. He will be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews from the Barber and McGuire families. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME in Ashland, Kentucky. Two step-grandsons Jack (Lisa) Francis Jr.. James (Sandra) Francis, and one step granddaughter Jeannie Francis . He proudly served his country and received an Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Navy serving on the USS Wesson, Destroyer Escort, during the Asiatic Campaigns of World War ll. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Connie was also past Associate Conductress of the Westwood Chapter OES # 569. Donald was born September 10, 1927 in Boyd County, Kentucky, a son of the late John and Mima Leadingham Church. Burial will be in the Hutchinson Cemetery. Ora began singing gospel music at the age of 14 and later he and Mildred were associated with the Christianaires Quartet for 25 years. Preston Funeral Home Funeral Directors Website 99 YEARS IN BUSINESS (606) 789-4212 136 Main St Paintsville, KY 41240 OPEN 24 Hours 2. Arrangements are under the direction of Preston Family Funeral Home. Crum Funeral Home Obituaries in Inez, KY Jones-Preston Funeral Home Obituaries in Paintsville, Kentucky Kentucky Death Index 1911-1992 at familysearch.org Kentucky Death Records 1911-2000 over 2 million records Paintsville Funeral Home Obituaries in Paintsville, KY Paintsville Herald Obituaries 2008-2010 at Ancestry.com ($) Phelps & Son Funeral . Scott Richardson and wife Gerri of Ashland, Kentucky. Jerry was born December 22, 2014 at Boyd County, Kentucky. Funeral services will be Friday, January 16th at 1:00 PM by Pastor, Charles Ferguson at the 13th Street Freewill Baptist Church. Linda was born July 10, 1946 in Ashland, Kentucky a daughter of the late William Love and the late Harold and Dorothy Patrick Howard, Sr. Linda was a retired Highly Skilled Educator receiving her bachelor's degree from Morehead State University and her master's degree from the University of Alabama. 5 grandchildren, Matthew Armstrong and wife Danielle, Jesse Armstrong and wife Robin, Victoria Corry, Nicole Chumbley, and Andy Chumbley. 9 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6 - 8 PM. Lucille is a member of Temple Baptist Church. Joann is survived by 4 sons, Elmer David Richardson, Jr. and wife Kathy of Tampa. Burial will be in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North East. Burial will be in the Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens. 3 step sisters, Brenda McDonald, Sherry Holsinger, Gail Newman, and 2 grand children, Jackson and Chloe. Funeral services will be Monday, March 4, 2013 at Noon at Preston Family Funeral Home by Bro. She was also preceded in death by 6 brothers, 5 sisters, and one grandson. Condolences may be sent to the family at WWW.PRESTONFAMILYFUNERALHOME.COM. A sister, Sara Jo Browning of Ashland, and 3 nephews, Jeff, John, and James Browning, all of Ashland. Other nieces and nephews include Lindsay Wright, Cole Wright, James Michael Rakes and Jordan Kelli Rakes. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 11, at 1:00 PM at PRESTON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME by Rev. Jesse was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by his wife, Judy York Williams and 2 brothers, Vernon and Roger Williams. Two daughters, Rita Evans of Dayton, Texas, Kimberly Middleton of Newman, Illinois, and a sister, Juanita Ruggles of Rush. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.prestonfamilyfuneralhome.com or Facebook/prestonfamilyfuneralhome. Surviving include 3 sons, Harry Miller, Walt Miller, and Dennis Miller, and wife B'Gail, all of Ashland, Kentucky. Preston Funeral Home Preston Funeral Home 136 Main St., Paintsville, KY, 41240 Get Directions (606) 789-4212 | theprestonfuneralhome.net 0review Leave a review Send FlowersHow can We Help? Jones-Preston Funeral Home 807 South Mayo Trail Paintsville, Kentucky 41240 View Obituary Thursday, March 2, 2023 Contributions may be made in Jesse's memory to Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Avenue, Ashland, Kentucky 41101. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 49 years, Jack Webber; her daughter, Diana Cyr; her grandson, Jon Cyr; and her sister, Peggy Cassaday. Along with her other accomplishments, she published the following books : Life Is But A Journey, Ode To Jesse Staurt, Hamilton/Cantrell Genealogy, Hunt/Royce Genealogy. Graveside Services will be Monday, July 8, 2013 at 3:00 PM at Dixon Cemetery by Pastor Michael Rice. Helen leaves behind two brothers Joe Cantrell (Sharon) and Tom Cantrell (June) both of Ashland, two sons Kenneth Hunt and Kevin Hunt (Edwina) both of Westwood, two daughters Jo Ellen Hunt Miller (Tony) of Westwood and Kathy Hunt Spears (Mitchell) of Ashland, 11 grandchildren Aron Clark, Bruce Berry (Angela), Kirk Berry (Kathy), Melanie Hunt Hutchinson, Kevin Charles Hunt, Adam Hunt, Kenton Hunt, Brandon Miller, Kristy Miller Pennington (Aaron), Tracey Burchett, Terri Burchett, 6 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all of us but would want us to laugh and rejoice. Patricia VanGilder and husband Roger Lee of Southside, Alabama. Surviving include 2 sons, James David (Butch) Crum and wife Sheri of Greenup, KY. Rocky Risner and wife Charlotte of Greenup, KY. A daughter, Deborah Kazee of Ironville, KY, 12 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, 12 great great grandchildren. 10 grandchildren: Jessica Chouinard (Matt), Paige Sheraden (Jordan), Christen Justice and fiance' Chris Schumacher, Matthew Justice and wife Emmy, Nicholas Justice and fiance' Missy Geyer, and Michael Justice. She had performed as a soloist many times throughout her life, most notably with the Kansas City Orchestra and at the First Church of Christ Scientist in Stamford, Connecticut.