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IN MEMORY OF  Sgt. Kirk D. Mullins Sgt. Kirk D. Mullins - age 42 of Williamson, WV passed away Friday; March 23, 2018 in Huntington, WV.  Born April 20, 1975, he was the son of Jerry and Connie (Daniels) Mullins, who survive of Williamson, WV. Additional survivors include a sister, Amy Mullins, brother, David Mullins, nieces, Alaura Mullins, Sonyall Mullins, Samantha Mullins, and Emalee Akers, and a host of other loving family and friends. Kirk was also known as a brother to the 1/150 Williamson Army National Guard where he served as a Sergeant during his tour in Operation Iraqi Freedom II in 2004.  He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday; April 21, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Red Jacket Community Church with Howard Branham and Jamie Fuda speaking.  Military honors will be presented by the DAV Chapter 141 of Belfry, KY. A special thanks to Hatfield Funeral Chapel, Howard Branham, Jamie Fuda, Mark Cook, and all of Kirk's brothers and sisters from the National Guard. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Randall Lee Vansickel Randall Lee Vansickel - age 52 of Williamson, WV passed away Friday; March 30, 2018 at the Cabell Huntington Hospital.  Born January 21, 1966 at Williamson, WV; he was the son of Nellie Hall of Williamson, WV and the late Tommy Vansickel. In addition to his father, he was also preceded in death by a son, Billy Vansickel, a brother, Thurman May, grandparents, Theodore and Tressie Vansickel, uncles, Ted Vansickel, David Smith, and James Mills, ant, Fannie Vansickel, brother-in-law, Buddy Salmons, and step-father, Lute Hall. Randall was of the christian faith and was a disabled coal miner. Survivors include his mother, Nellie Hall of Williamson, brothers, Tommy (Tammy) Vansickel of Ohio, James and Richard Vansickel of Williamson, daughters, Amanda Vansickel of New Jersey, Brittany Crockett and Kelsy White of Pennsylvania, son, Trevor White of Pennsylvania, aunt, Reda Mills of Williamson, step-brothers, Lute Hall of Alabama, Bert Hall of Lenore, step-sister, Sandra Hall of Alabama, uncle, Woodrow Smith of Ohio, nephew, Woody Smith of Ohio, granddaughter, Piper Crockett of Pennsylvania, grandsons, Dillon Norcross of New Jersey, Grayson Hoag, Trenton and Easton White of Pennsylvania, sister-in-law, Donna Chaffins of Tennessee, nieces, Tieara Vansickel of Williamson and Julie Smith of Ohio, nephews, Tyler Smith of Chattaroy, Nathan Vansickel of Ohio, 2 former wives, Dreama Vansickel of Turkey Creek and Tracy McDonald of Pennsylvania, cousins, Jimmy Mills of Maryland, Crystal, Randy, and Chelsea Lilly of Pennsylvania, special friend, Paul Flippin of North Carolina, and a host of other family and friends. He will be lovingly missed! A memorial service will be held at a later date. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Judy C. James Judy C. James - age 68 of Borderland, WV went home to be with the Lord on Monday; April 2, 2018 at her home following a lingering illness.  Born July 1, 1949 at Hatfield, KY; she was the daughter of the late Paul and Mae Smith Patrick. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by an infant brother. Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and homemaker.  Most importantly, she was a Christian being a member of the Canada Freewill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of over 50 years, Darryl James of Borderland, WV, 2 daughters, Kelly Renee (Michael) Bucci of Slater's Branch, KY and Tara (Brett) Miller of Borderland, WV, 1 sister, Paula Muncy of Borderland, WV, her grandchildren, Tyler Hager (fiancee Katie Kirk) of Huntington, WV, Ethan Hager (Fiancee Cassidy Runyon) of Georgetown, KY, Patrick Hager of Williamson, WV, Lyndsey Miller and Laynie Miller both of Borderland, WV, nieces, Rhonda Marcum, Tabitha Ratcliffe, and Jenny James, nephews, Gary Neil James and Darren Muncy, and a host of church family and friends. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday; April 5, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. from the Canada Freewill Baptist Church at Canada, KY with Pastor Jack Maynard officiating.  Burial will follow in the Mt. View Memory Gardens at Maher, WV with Lyndsey Miller, Tyler Hager, Ethan Hager, Patrick Hager, Jason West, Dylon Hager, and Bill York serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be after 6:00 P.M. Wednesday evening at the Canada Freewill Baptist Church with services to be held at 7:00 P.M. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Randall L. Vansickel Randall L. Vansickel – age 52 of Williamson, WV passed away Friday; March 30, 2018 at the Cabell Huntington Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hatfield Funeral Chapel of Toler, KY. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Sharon Ann Coleman Sharon Ann Coleman - age 63 of North Matewan, WV passed away Sunday; April 1, 2018 at her home. Born October 28, 1954 in Matewan, WV; she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Vina Johnson Hatfield. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a grandson, Ryan Alexander Curry, and a sister, Valerie Smith. Sharon was a former dispatcher for the Matewan Police and Fire Departments, she was a member of the Blackberry Fire Department, and a member of the Williamson Church of God. Survivors include her husband, Paul Irvin Coleman of North Matewan, WV, 1 son, Paul W. Coleman of North Matewan, WV, 2 daughters, Melissa (Jimmy) Miller of Williamson, WV and Tammy (Jeff) Curry of Daytona Beach, FL, 2 brothers, Gary (Yvonne) Hatfield and Gerald Hatfield both of Ransom, KY, a special fister, Bessie Faye (Buddy) Fields of Ransom, KY, her grandchildren, Derek Shane Curry, Dakota Dindria Miller, Megan Curry, and Victoria Coleman, and a host of other family, church family, and friends. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday; April 4, 2018 at 12:00 P.M. from the Bluesprings Freewill Baptist Church at Ransom, KY with Earl Coleman, Pastor of the Williamson Church of God, officiating. Burial will follow in the Hatfield Cemetery at Ransom, KY with her son Paul W. Coleman, her grandson Derek Curry, her son-in-law Jimmy Miller, J.B. Faris, Turtle, and Red serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be after 6:00 P.M. Tuesday evening at the Bluesprings Freewill Baptist Church with services at 7:00 P.M. with her brother, Gary Hatfield officiating. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Rickey Lee Blackburn Rickey Lee Blackburn - age 64 of Wakefield, VA, formerly of Belfry, KY, went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2018 after a long illness.  Born February 3, 1954 in Williamson, WV to the late Richard Harry Blackburn Sr. and Geraldine (Maynard) Blackburn. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Olivia Blackburn Hardin. Rickey graduated from Belfry High School in 1972.  He worked in the coal mines for 16 years before becoming disabled due to major health problems.  He loved fishing and hunting.  Rickey was a kind soul who was well liked by anyone who came in contact with him. On October 16, 2016, Rickey gave his life to the Lord and was baptized the following day by Daniel and Caleb Lucas.  So today he is in paradise with Jesus where he has both legs back and is walking on the streets of gold. Survivors include his loving wife and best friend, Patricia Hundley Blackburn, son, Scottie Blackburn of Cincinnati, OH, step-son, Daniel Lucas (Leigh Ann) of Morehead, KY, step-daughters, Kymberly Lucas of Ocala, FL and Stacey Lucas(fiancée Michael Pinner) of Virginia Beach, VA, grandchildren, Brandon Blackburn, Caleb Lucas, Logan Lucas, Jake Lucas, and Papa's "Pretty Girl" Sadie Lucas, brothers, Kelly R. Blackburn of Lexington, KY, Garrett N. Blackburn (Patsy) of Sidney, KY, and Richard H. Blackburn Jr. (Jennifer) of Sidney, KY, sisters, Teresa Blackburn Vipperman of Lake Wales, FL, Felicia Blackburn Cunningham (Steve) of Vero Beach, FL, and Patty Blackburn Smith (Rob) of Nicholasville, KY, and a special cousin who was like a brother, Larry "Eddie" Hensley of Vero Beach, FL, and a host of other family and friends who love and will miss him! A memorial service will be held Thursday; April 5, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with Pastor Daniel Lucas officiating.  The family will receive friends beginning at 5:00 P.M. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to www.youcaring.com, Rickey Blackburn funeral fund. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Chester Ray Harrison Chester Ray Harrison - age 80 Riverfront Road; Martin County, KY passed away Monday; March 26, 2018 at his home.  Born January 10, 1938 at Hatfield, KY; he was the son of the late John and Zelda Fraley Harrison. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 2 sons, Donnie Ray Harrison and Dale Harrison, 4 brothers, Layton, Bud, Charlie, and JB Harrison, and 1 sister, Opal Harrison Tackett. He was a former coal miner and timberman. Survivors include his wife, Dixie Blevins Harrison, 3 daughters, Gloria (Greg) Maynard of Belfry, KY, Patricia (Doyle) Maynard of Belfry, KY, and Judy (Sam) Spaulding of Paintsville, KY, 1 brother, Clifford (Minnie) Harrison, 2 sisters, Ruth (James) Vanhoose and Wilma Jean Scott, his grandchildren, Greg Jr, Andrew, Virginia, Georganna (Caleb Whittington), Caleb, Jessica (David Abdullah), Rena, and Charlie, and a host of great-grand-children and friends. Funeral services will be conducted Friday; March 30, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. from the Mary Elizabeth Old Regular Baptist Church with Elders Lacy Walters, Hobart Hamilton, Richard Staton, and Kenneth B. Jude officiating. Burial will follow in the Stepp Cemetery at Hatfield, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be after 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the Mary Elizabeth Old Regular Baptist Church with services nightly at 7:00 P.M. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Charlie Lee Stewart Charlie Lee Stewart - age 85 of Hatfield, KY passed away Sunday; March 25, 2018 at the Pikeville Medical Center.  Born December 26, 1932 in Williamson, WV; he was the son of the late Guy James Stewart and the late Mildred Varney Copley. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Leonard James Stewart and Lawrence Copley Jr., 1 sister, June Ray, and 2 step-sisters, Mabel and Jean. A devoted Christian, Charlie served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, and he worked as a contract mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service for more than 20 years. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Anna Sue Stepp Stewart, 4 sons, Freddy (Tracie) Stewart, Lee (Cammy) Stewart, Gary (Shelly) Stewart, and Marc (Charlotte) Stewart, 8 grandchildren, Callie Woodman, Sydney Stewart, Aaron Stewart, Alexis Hatfield, Ashley Hatfield, Sarah Rhodes, Noah Rhodes, and Caitlyn Stewart, 4 great-grandchildren, Kelby Thacker, Kysen Stewart, Graclyn Woodman, and Kaden Carter, 2 sisters, Sylvia Courier and Wilma Sue Ledford, and 1 step-sister, Anita. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him! Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday; March 28, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. from the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with Bro. Jack Maynard officiating.  Burial will follow in the Smith Cemetery at Sidney, KY with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 6-9 P.M. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  John Paul Gooslin John Paul Gooslin - age 51 of McCarr, KY passed away Sunday; March 4, 2018 at the UK Medical Center in Lexington, KY.  Born July 29, 1966; he was the son of the late Glen and Fern Scott Gooslin. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by brothers, George, Danny Ray, and Columbus Glen Gooslin, and 1 sister, Roberta Lawson Gooslin. Survivors include 2 daughters, Tiffany (Ricky) Kirk and Amber (JR) Williamson both of Kodak, TN, 1 son, Daniel New (Gooslin) of McCarr, KY, companion, Andrea New of McCarr, KY, 2 brothers, Johnny Ford Jackson of Hardy, KY and Jonah Gooslin of McCarr, KY, 2 sisters, Ruth Ann Tilley and his twin, Patsy Chapman both of McCarr, KY, 4 grandchildren, Adiein, Bentley, Eli, and Ethan John.  Also surviving is a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. In honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Charles Lowell "Charlie"  Akers Charles Lowell "Charlie"  Akers - age 59 of Hatfield Bottom; Matewan, WV passed away Tuesday; March 6, 2018 at the Tug Valley ARH Medical Center in South Williamson, KY.  Born June 12, 1958 in Williamson, WV; he was the son of the late Howard "Peanut" and Julie Russell Akers. Charlie was a former coal miner and a member of the UMWA. Survivors include his wife, Irene Cisco Akers of Matewan, WV, daughters, Crystal Akers of North Matewan, WV and Susan (Lonnie) Simpkins of Hurricane, WV, sons, Kelly (Crystal) Lawson and Steven Lawson both of North Matewan, WV, his grandchildren, Brookelyn Jade Akers and Ashton and Zachary Simpkins. Also surviving is a host of other family and friends. Funeral services will be held Friday; March 9, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with Casey Cisco officiating.  Burial will follow in the Cisco Cemetery on Grapevine Fork at Beech Creek, WV with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Teresa Ann Dean Teresa Ann Dean - age 60 of Williamson, WV passed away Tuesday; March 6, 2018 at her home. Born January 6, 1958 in Williamson, WV; she was the daughter of the late Phyllis Steele Blackburn. In addition to her mother, she was also preceded in death by her daddy who raised her, James "Buddy" Blackburn, her husband, James Colen Dean, 2 infant daughters, Brandi and Samantha Dean, 1 brother, James Blackburn, and 1 sister, Rhonda King. Teresa was a former CNA and attended the Nolan Church of God. Survivors include her son, James Howard (Melinda) Dean of Williamson, WV, 1 brother, William Blackburn of Meta, KY, 1 uncle, Alfred Lee Steele of Roanoke, VA, her very special dog, Max Dean, and a host of friends. Funeral services will be held Sunday; March 11, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY with Eugene Preece and Calvin Clark officiating.  Burial will follow in the Short Cemetery at Pad Fork; Hanover, WV. Visitation will be from 6-9 P.M. Friday and Saturday evenings at the funeral home. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Ashley Brooke Sammons Ooten Ashley Brooke Sammons Ooten - age 37 of Williamson, WV passed away suddenly on Wednesday; February 28, 2018 at her home.  Born August 11, 1980 in South Williamson, KY, Ashley was the precious daughter of Vicky Sammons and the late Mack Sammons of Lenore, WV. In addition to her father, she was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Neal and Bama Kennedy and John and Virginia Sammons. Ashley's zest for life was seen every day by those she knew and loved.  Her love of family and friends was shown through her infectious personality and laugh.  She never met a stranger.  She had a true servants heart.  She will be missed by all who knew her, but never forgotten, as her memory will be etched upon the minds and hearts of all who loved her. Ashley is survived by her mother, Vicky, the true love love of her life, Ricky Ball, the apples of her eyes, Priscilla Brooke Ooten, Waylon Gerald Ooten, Katie Ball, and Ricky "Slick" Ball, her sisters, Jenny Sammons of Lenore, WV, Missy Sammons of Crossville, TN, and Tina Sammons of Washington state, a special nephew, Phillip Fitchpatrick of Stepptown, WV, two special cousins whom she thought of as her brothers, Jerry Sammons of Chapmanville, WV and Virgil "Bert" Sammons of Myrtle, WV, and her mother and father-in-law, Ricky and Cheryl Ball of Williamson, WV.  Also survived by Richard Ooten - the father of Priscilla and Waylon, and a multitude of family and friends. A memorial gathering of family and friends will be from 6-9 P.M. Saturday, March 3, 2018 at the Little Dove Baptist Church at Belo, WV. A celebration of Life service will take place Sunday; March 4, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. with Bro. Jimmy Maynard officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ashley Sammons Ooten Memorial Fund, which will be established for her children, P.O. Box 443; Lenore, WV  25676. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  Edward Wilson Murphy Edward Wilson Murphy - age 76 of Beech Creek, WV passed away Thursday; March 1, 2018 at his home.  Born March 16, 1941 at O'Keefe, WV; he was the son of the late Kermit and Justine Murphy. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Herbert (Betty) Murphy and Kermit Murphy Jr., and 1 sister, Mary Kathern Daniels. Ed was a retired coal miner. Survivors include his wife, Emmalene Cisco Murphy of Beech Creek, WV, 1 son, Ronnie Keith (Brenda) Murphy of Beech Creek, WV, daughter, Diane (Mark) Stehno of Tennessee, a step-son, Johnse Lee Evans of Virginia, his grandchildren, Kayla and Eric Murphy, Jody and Samantha McCoy, Natasha and Freddy Ledford, and Haven Evans, 2 brothers Billy Joe (Bell) Murphy and Johnny Earl (Tammy) Murphy both of Beech Creek, WV, 1 sister, Phyllis Blankenship of Beech Creek, WV, sister-in-law, Della Murphy, brother-in-law, Scotty Daniels, and a host of other family and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday; March 5, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel at Toler, KY. Burial will follow in the Cisco Cemetery on Grapevine Fork at Beech Creek, WV. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M until the time of service on Monday at the Hatfield Funeral Chapel. Click here to leave a message for the family!

IN MEMORY OF  LeeAnn "Lou" Marie Hope Merrick LeeAnn "Lou" Marie Hope Merrick - age 21 of Columbus, OH passed away Friday; February 9, 2018 at Doctor's West Hospital in Columbus, OH.  She was born in Williamson, WV to Marsha Murphy and Freddie Merrick. She was a homemaker, loved life, and always had a smile on her face. She was preceded in death by her grandpa, Marvin Evans, uncle, Donald Merrick, and Michael Mullins and Donna Kaye Marcum. LeeAnn is survived by her parents, Marsha Murphy and Freddie Merrick; grandmother, Susie Yarbour; sister, Meshell (Mark) Hall; brothers, Brandon (Jasmine) Evans and Freddie (Ashley) Merrick; nephews, Hunter and Matthew Merrick; nieces, Kandyce and Ava Hall and Harlie Merrick; aunts, Sandy Mullins and Tersea George Prince; uncles, Marvin "Porky" Evans, Randy Mullins, and Terry Mullins, and a very special uncle that she loved like a daddy, Junebug Mullins; special friend, Bryan Bonner; and a host of cousins and friends.  LeeAnn will be truly missed and loved for as long as we're still here! Funeral services will be held Friday; February 16, 2018 at 12:00 P.M. at the Victory Christian Center at Lenore, WV with Pastor Terry Blankenship officiating.  Burial will follow in the Davis Cemetery at Den Branch; Naugatuck, WV. Visitation will be from after 4:00 P.M. Thursday evening at the Victory Christian Center. Click here to leave a message for the family!