Marilyn "Suzye" Noto, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 28, 2024, at King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY. She was born on March 18, 1970, to her loving parents, Milton Wood Sr. and Agnes Droddy, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Suzye was a long-time resident of the Lee Road Community, where she worked and was known for her kindness and willingness to help others. She was a friend to many and a beacon of support for anyone in need. Her...

Linda Louise Thompson Short, 83, passed away into the arms of her Savior on April 9, 2024. Linda was born to Wayne Denver Cole and Phyllis Mullins Cole on March 27, 1941 in Boyd County, Kentucky. Linda was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother and was a hairdresser for 30 years. She loved listening to Elvis Presley and Christmas was her favorite holiday. Linda married James Ronald Thompson on July 4, 1959 in Westwood, Ky. He preceded her in death on May 4, 1979, they had been...

Frances Lee McGuire Ross, 80, of Catlettsburg, passed away Monday evening, April 8, 2024, at Trinity Station in Flatwoods, KY. Frances was born June 7, 1943, in Lawrence County, KY, a daughter of the late Milton and Dixie Compton McGuire. Frances was a dedicated member of Oakland Avenue Baptist Church in Catlettsburg. She graduated from Boyd County High School, where she was a cheerleader. Throughout her life, Frances maintained an active lifestyle, engaging in sports like tennis and...

Phillip Ray Burchett, affectionately known as Ray to his friends and family, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 8, 2024, in Ashland, Kentucky. Born on July 25, 1947, in Floyd County, Kentucky, to the late John and Telia Cook Burchett, Ray grew up surrounded by the love and strong family values that would come to define his own life. Ray was the beloved husband of Shirley Holt Burchett for 58 wonderful years. Their union was blessed with two daughters, Angelia Burchett...

Dr. Ronald “Ron” Neil Ross, 73, of Flatwoods, Kentucky, passed away early Monday morning at his home.  He was born September 27, 1950, in Huntington, West Virginia.  He was the son of the late Donald Malcolm and Mary Riley Ross.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy “Birddog” Ross. Ronald was a graduate of Barboursville High School.  He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, where he was...

Connie Lee Doolin McMeekin, resident of Ashland, KY, passed away April 7, 2024 at Cabell Huntington Hospital following a long illness, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents Ace and Nova Doolin; a sister Yvone Bellamy; and a brother Charles “Adis” Doolin. Connie was born in Ashland on December 8, 1953. She loved to spend time making memories with her family for whom she cared for deeply. She was a devoted caretaker to her mother and fostered a loving...

Anna Mae Harris McCarty, age 80, of Franklin Furnace, Ohio passed away peacefully at Kings Daughters Hospital on April 5, 2024. Ann was born on December 21, 1943 to Howse and Margaret Harris of Rush, Kentucky. She attended Boyd County High School. She worked at Ashland Crafts, Alexanders Restaurant in the Ashland Plaza Hotel, and Walmart. Ann enjoyed working in her garden and in her yard. However, what she enjoyed most was visiting the mountains, especially Gatlinburg, Tennessee. She...

Mary "Mimi" Lee Arthur, 79, of Ashland, KY, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, in Ashland. She was born on July 30, 1944, in Ashland, KY. Mary, known for her sense of humor, infectious laugh, and big smile, was a beloved figure in the lives of her family and friends. She cherished her role as a loving aunt to her nieces and nephews, treating them as her own children. Mary had a special bond with Adam Mullins, whom she adored. She was a dedicated fan of college football, with Marshall...

Viva A. Harman Click, 89, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday Morning, April 2, 2024 at the Hospice Care Center in Ashland. Viva was born October 22, 1934, in the community of Auxier in Floyd County, KY. She was the daughter of the late Arch Goble Harman and Dorothula Vaughn Harman. In addition to her parents, her daughter Mala Kimberly Click Hale, her granddaughter Andrea NicoleClick, brothers Delano Arch, Jr., Alvin, David and Woodrow Harman, sisters Mary Elizabeth Ward, Mallory...

Melvin Jay Hicks, 63, of Westwood, KY, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 2, 2024. Born on July 16, 1960, to the late Edgar and Pearlie Hale Hicks, Melvin was a cherished brother, uncle, and friend. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Henderson and Mark Hicks. Melvin's memory will be held dear by his surviving brothers, Mike, Charles, Paul, and Edgar Hicks, and his sisters, Ruby Oliver, Mima May, and Betty Hicks. His presence brought joy and laughter to his family, who...