In Memoriam: Technician Fourth Grade Reuben "Tood" Smiddy, Jr.
1908 – 1942
Technician Fourth Grade Reuben "Tood" Smiddy, Jr., an American soldier who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to his country, has been officially accounted for after eighty-four years of being missing in action.
Reuben Smiddy, Jr. was born on October 15, 1908, in Campbell County, Tennessee, to Reuben W. Smiddy, Sr....
Robert Joseph “Bobby” Lorman, of London, Kentucky, was born on April 23, 1946, in Laurel County. He was the son of the late Henry James Lorman and Edith Cordel Lorman.
Bobby was united in marriage to his devoted wife, Caroline Clark Lorman, who survives of London. He is also survived by two loving children, B.J. Roberts and husband Chris, all of...
Michael Calvin Rich, of London, Kentucky was born on April 7, 1968 in Hamilton, Ohio. He was united in marriage to Edith Sizemore who survives of London. He was the son of the late Charles Noel Rich and Annie Jean Wagers Estep.
He is also survived by four children, Sean Calvin Lee Rich, Christopher Blake Rich, Erik Spray (Ashley) all of...
Carl Eugene Helton, born on June 30, 1961, in London, Kentucky. He was the cherished son of Vernon and Charlotte Davis Helton, Carl was a man of steadfast faith and strength.
Surrounded by his devoted wife, Judy Coffey, Carl leaves behind a legacy through his nine children: Taresa Helton (Steve McWhorter), Genia Whitworth (Jason), Jamie Jones (Tim), Matthew Helton (Amber), Samantha...
Donald Weber Schaub, 91, passed away on September 5, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1935, in Elm Grove, West Virginia, to Harold Weber Schaub and Maxine Bessie Westfall.
Don was the grandson of George and Anna Schaub. He was born in his grandparents’ home and spent his childhood growing up on the same street, just two houses away. His...
Teddy Ray Stewart was born on April 10, 1944 in Laurel County, KY, the son of the late Robert and Della Gumm Stewart. He was united in marriage to Betty Jo Deaton who preceded him in death. He is survived by three children, Carolyn Sue Pressler and Deborah Kay Stewart of East Bernstadt, KY and Annette Lynn Goodin of Keavy,...
Jeffrey Lane Brummett, born on January 1, 1966, in London, Kentucky, shared his life as a devoted son of the late John Henry and Dorothy Mae Keller Brummett. His heart found its home with Carolyn Brooks Brummett, his loving wife who carries forward in East Bernstadt, Kentucky.
Jeff's legacy continues on through his seven children: Jeffrey Jr., Lucy, Andrew, Anthony, Sarah...
Jeffrey Allen, Hood Blair of East Bernstadt, Kentucky was born on December 27, 1966 in Springfield, Ohio. He was the son of the late G.L. Blair and Eula Jean Lawson Blair. He is survived by four loving siblings, Curtis Blair, Sandra Allen, Diana Snyder all of London and Michael Blair of Crossville, Tennessee plus a host of other family and...
Felicity Lynn Ferguson, born on November 29, 1997, in Whitley County, Kentucky, brought light and love to all who knew her. She was cherished as the beloved daughter of Tiah Bertrand Gregory, with her husband LaRue of London, and Leland Dwayne Ferguson of Corbin, Kentucky. Her legacy continues through her sister Anissa Farmer and husband Derek of Barbourville, Kentucky, and...
Lucy Lockaby, born on February 12, 1948, in Lexington, Kentucky, graced this world as the cherished daughter of the late Pleys Estes and Iva Pearl Vannatta Hulett. Her life was woven with love and devotion, shared intimately with her beloved husband, Willard Dean Lockaby, who preceded her in eternal rest.
Lucy leaves behind a rich tapestry of love through her three...