THORNTON UNION ASSOCIATION
    Old Regular Baptist of Jesus Christ
The Thornton Church
Mayking, Letcher County Kentucky
August 16, 17, 18 1985

OBITUARIES

Submitted by Peggy Mullins Brock

Adkins, Brother Emmitt - was born .January 12, 1903 on Greasy Creek in Pike County, Kentucky and passed from this life July 7, 1985, making his stay on earth 82 years, 5 months, and 25 days. He was the son of the late William and Dora Taylor Adkins. In 1923 he met and married Cindy Spears who preceded him in death in 1962. To , this union was born seven sons and | five daughters. In mid-life he joined the Greasy Creek Old Regular Baptist Church and served the Lord for the remainder of his days. He was Ordained and served the office of a deacon in the Greasy Creek Old Regular Baptist Church. Brother Adkins was a good neighbor, father, and friend to all he became acquainted with in life. Truly, God picked a flower for his bouquet when he called Brother Emmit home. He is missed by all, and we are hoping by God's grace that we'll meet him in glory some day. Written by his son, Brother Glen Adkins

Arnett, Jolley-Just fourteen months after the death of Ms beloved wife, Ophia, Jolley Arnett, age 79 passed away at a nursing home in Salyersville, Kentucky, January 28 1985. He was the son of Sherman Arnett and Rhoda McGuire Arnett born September 16, 1906. He was married to Ophia Adams, and to their union were born seven children, five of whom are still living. They are: Mrs. Mishie Reed of Salyersville, Ky.; Mrs. Joy Arnett of Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Anita Smith of New Carlisle, Ohio; Charlie Arnett of West Milton, Ohio; and Hall Arnett of Lexington, Ky. In 1975, Jolley stated that the Lord had forgiven him of his sins, and was baptized by Elders Wardie Craft and Clayton Montgomery in Caney Creek below the Memory Hill Bridge. He was a faithful member of the Redeemed Church where he attended regularly as long as he was able. He showed his love and care for the church and its people, not only in word, but in deeds. Bother Jolley was buried by his wife, Ophia; in the Sherman Arnett cemetery at Foraker, Kentucky. We believe he is resting at peace in the everlasting arms of our Redeemer, waiting for the great day when our Lord will gather all his children home in that celestial city. A sister in the faith, Helena Blankenship

Back, James Price - was born September 16, 1906, Breathitt County, Kentucky and died in Springfield, Ohio at the Mercy Medical Center on January 28, 1985. He was the son of William Eli and Sarah Elizabeth Back. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Zuda G. Back; four sons, Loren James of Kissimmee, Florida; Paul Dean of Springfield, Ohio; Otis Reed of Terre Haute, Ohio; Larry Ellis of Urbana, Ohio; and one daughter, Wilma Jean Stallings of Portsmouth, Virginia. Three sisters: Mrs. Millie Wright of Youngstown, Ohio; Mrs. Oma Back of Morehead, Kentucky; Mrs. Orpha Roark of Valdosta, Georgia; along with 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Redeemed Church at Caney, Morgan County, Kentucky. Although he was not able to attend church for a long time, James spent several hours daily reading his Bible and praying to God. His suffering was for several years before is passing away, but with patience he endured. We all sadly miss Price since his passing, but our hope is to meet him again in that wonderful place that Jesus has prepared for his children. We've never had a mansion here below, but thanks to the Lord we are looking forward to occupying one over in God's country. In the later stages of his life here on earth, his last thoughts were upon Heaven and in is dying hour he requested that his daughter read from the Holy Bible, everything she could find about Heaven's country. Then, James quietly slipped into his eternal rest. His wife, Zuda Hollon Back

Bowman, Sarah Jane -It is with much sadness that we attempt to write the obituary of our dear mother, Sarah Jane (Charles) Bowman. She was the daughter of the late George Washington Charles, and Phoebe Kennedy Charles. She was married to Jess Bowman on December 13,1932. To this union was born 13 children; nine boys: Clyde, George, John, Arlie, Ferdie, Kedna, Earl, Henry, and Columbus. Also three daughters: Rosa, Goldia, Flornie, and granddaughter Viney. She was preceded in death by three sons: Earl, Henry, and Columbus as well as her late husband, Jess Bowman. Mother leaves to mourn her passing, 63 grandchildren; 7 brothers, Jeff, Randall, Ferdie, Landon, Woodrow, Swanson, and Stewart Charles, along with two sisters, Annie Sutherland and Delphia Boyd. Mother was born on July 6,1902 and ceased this life on June 23,1983, making her stay on this earth 81 years, 11 months and 21 days. Mother will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren and all those who loved and knew her. Her presence will be greatly missed by the church that she loved so dear. We feel mother fell asleep in the arms of sweet Jesus, to await the great morning of the Resurrection. Children, if you want to see mother again, call on the same God that mother served so gracefully for the last 19 years of her life. Sleep on Sister Jane, take your peaceful rest, and someday we'll hope to meet you in the Holy City of God where there will be no more death and no goodbyes. Written by request, By Her Heartbroken Family

Brown, Ellis -son of Benjamin Brown and Isabell Lewis was born on February 25,1922. He passed from this life at the Veterans Hospital in Louisville, Ky., on June 19,1985; making his stay here on earth 63 years, 3 months and 24 days. Ellis served four years in the United States Army and had retired from the L&N Railroad after 27 years. Ellis is survived by one daughter, Mayrene Baird of Charlestown, Indiana ; one son, Ronald Dean Brown of Charlestown, Indiana; one sister, j Pauline Williams of Jeffersonville, Indiana; three brothers, Lawrence Brown of Charlestown, Indiana; Howard Brown of Louisville, Ky.; Bill Brown of Dry Fork, Ky.; two grandsons: Matthew and Timothy Lee Baird; and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. He joined the Chester Hogg Memorial Regular Baptist Church, March 1, 1985 and was baptized April 7,1985. He also took communion with us and we all had an opportunity to wash his feet. Ellis and I worked together for 27 years, and we enjoyed ourselves together worshipping in the Lord the last few days of his life. I miss him very much, but I will see him again someday; where we will never be separated any more. Written by his brother, Lawrence

Browning, Walsie B. -age 71, of Bland, Virginia passed away Monday, April 1, 1985 at his home following a long illness. Born in Dickenson County, Virginia, he was the son of the late Arnold and Telda Fleming Browning. He was a retired miner and a member of the Pilgrim Home Regular Baptist Church. Survivors include, two stepdaughters, Trula Gehkre and Glema Williams, both of Pasadena, California along with four stepsons, Roy Willis of Richlands, Virginia; Ray Willis of Bland, Virginia; Willard Willis of Barco, North Carolina, and Gervis Willis of Augusta, Georgia. Preceding him in death was his wife, Didema O'Quinn Browning on March 25, 1984. Funeral arrangements were made by Elders Elmer Church, Spencer Burk, and Evans Bailey.

Chaney, Kenny-It is with a sad and aching heart that with the help of our dear Lord, we will try to write the obituary of our dear beloved brother, Kenny Chaney. Mr. Kenny Chaney, 57, of Red Creek, Pikeville, Ky., passed away at 11:18 a.m. Friday, December 14, 1984 at the Pikeville Methodist Hospital following an extended illness. Born in Pike County, March 1,1927, he was the son of the late Amos and Louisa Thacker Chaney. He is survived by four brothers, Jesse Chaney of Millard, Ky.; Robert Chaney, Alfred Chaney, and Floyd Chaney, all of Pikeville, Ky. Also are surviving seven sisters, Rosie Thacker and Frankie Thacker, both of Fishtrap, Ky.; Rebecca Slone, Laurie Conway, and Daisy Tucker, all of Pikeville; Stella Chaney and Sally Chaney, both of Elkhorn City, Kentucky. Our brother will be sadly missed by his many friends and family. Kenny resided at the Mountain View Health Care Center with his two sisters, Stella and Sally Chaney. The staff at the center was very good to our brother, and we would like to thank all those that brought flowers and those that brought sweet tidings of great joy to tell us about our brother. Although Kenny had trouble with his speech in this life, around God's throne his tongue will be loosened and that ever prevalent smile upon his face that appeared in his last days, will shine forever. I am home in Heaven! dear ones, Oh! so happy and so bright. There is perfect joy and beauty, In the everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over, Ever restless tossing passed. I am now at peace forever, Safely home in Heaven at last.
Written by a broken hearted Family of brothers and sisters

Creech, Hager-Brother Hager Creech of Hope, Ky., passed from this life January 24,1985 at the Mary Chiles Hospital to go to sleep in the arms of Jesus and to await the great judgment day, when he will awake and go home to spend eternity with our Lord. Sadly missed by his loving wife, Morine Davis Creech, to whom he was married 43 years, 8 months, and 5 days. To this union was born three children, Wilma James, Evelyn James, and a son Edgar Creech all of Hope, Kentucky. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren, Rebeka and Gwen James, Jeff and Jenifer James, Edgar Brine and Crystal Gale Creech. Hager was a member of the Redeemed Church in Morgan County, Kentucky, where he was a faithful and dedicated Christian always speaking of the Lord and his goodness. He was a good neighbor and friend to all who knew him, and was laid to rest in the Little Slade Cemetery in Montgomery County. He is sadly missed by the family, friends, and the church that loved him so much.
Written by his wife and sisters Morine, Opal Mullins, and Emily Crase Lambert

Frazier, Lola-  daughter of Dicey Combs and Jonathan Frazier, was born on Kingdom Come March 3, 1893. She passed from this life at the Whitesburg Hospital, March 27,1985. Making her stay here on earth 92 years and 20 days. Aunt Lola as she was known to all of us, has been in poor health for a long time, real sick for the past eight weeks. Lola has been a member of the Thornton Regular Baptist Church at Mayking for about 50 years. She was married to Dan Frazier at Uz., Kentucky, October 25,1919. Dan and a son Ralph both preceded her in death. Aunt Lola is survived by one son, Billy Paul Frazier of Whitesburg, daughters-in-law Marie and Carlene; five grandchildren, Pam Anderson of Whitesburg; Rocky Frazier of Blackey; Paul Mark of Lexington; Scott of Louisville; and Autumn of Whitesburg; three great-grandchildren, Blake, Ashley and C.J. of Whitesburg, and a large, large number of relatives and friends to mourn her passing.

Hall, Alex - passed from this life January, 19, 1985 at the Whitesburg Appalachian Regional Hospital, Whitesburg, Kentucky. Being 87 years, 11 months, and 2 days of age. He was the last surviving child of the late Ep and Jennie Bates Hall. He was born February 17,1897.He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Pay Hall and Monroe Hall. Also, 2 sisters, Cordelia Powers and Lizzie Little. Alex was married to Maggie Jane Blair on January 27, 1916, at Puncheon, Kentucky. To this union were born two boys and five girls, Bruce Hall of Deane, Kentucky; Lily Mae Sexton of Whitesburg; Gertrude Barnett of Ermine; Ruth Collins of Cincinnati, Ohio; Mary Ann Owens of Whitesburg; Joan Slone of Ermine and J. M. died in infancy. Surviving are fourteen grandchildren; one granddaughter, Katie Owens, died while a student at Whitesburg High School. Other survivors are twenty great-grandchildren and a host of relations and friends. Alex joined the Little Rock Regular Baptist Church on June 28, 1970 and was baptized by Elders Bill Sparks and B. Dave Blair on July 26,1970. He remained a faithful member and attended church as long as he was able. He always made a special effort to attend church on Saturday. As he said, it was important to be there and see how the church was getting along. He always had service at gatherings at his home, such as birthdays and anniversaries. The writer has attended the services numerous times. Alex often talked of the city that God built and of his hopes of entering there, when this life was past. Alex will be greatly missed by the many people he worked with. He taught school for a number of years. He worked as a railroad worker on Beaver Creek in Floyd County. He also worked for the Kentucky Highway Department. We feel our loss is Heaven's gain. Written by, Brother Nick Wright

Hampton, Evaline-Born June 6, 1897, to William and Phoebe Caudill at Jeremiah, Kentucky. She passed from this life January 19,1985 being 87 years of age. She married Willie Hampton of Jeremiah, Kentucky on November 28, 1918. To this union were born five children, two boys, Watson Hampton of St. Petersburg, Florida; and Dr. Elbert Hampton of Seymour, Indiana; three daughters, Desta Caudill of St. Petersburg, Florida; Edith Ison of Brownstown, Indiana, and Aileen Perry who preceded her in death. Willie preceded her in death in June, 1970.Also surviving are sixteen grandchildren and twenty-eight great-grandchildren; as well as two sisters Melinda Turner of Shelbyville, Ky., and Hettie Mayes of Jeremiah, Ky. Mom joined the Little Dove Regular Baptist Church in 1937. She and Dad were baptized together. They moved to Brownstown, Indiana in 1954 transferred their letters to the Valley Home Old Regular Baptist Church They led a good Christian life and left a good example for all us children and friends. I'm sure they're happy together in Heaven, singing praises to the Lord. Mom didn't want any sad songs sung at her funeral, because she said she knew it would be happy in the city of God. Only! God knows how much we loved her and miss her. It still hurts terribly, but we know she would want us to be happy and meet her over there. As has been said many times before, "our loss is Heaven's gain." Our hearts are sad but the angels must be happy. Written by daughters, Desta Caudill and Edith Ison

Martin, Pearlie -our beloved mother and gentle friend, left this world at 11:30 a.m. Monday, October 22, 1984 after a lengthy illness. Pearlie, who lived to be 90 years, 5 months and 6 days of age, was born on May 16,1894, in Letcher County, Kentucky, to David and Martha Brown Hall. She was married to William Washington (Wash) Webb on February 14, 1914, who preceded her in death on April 15,1930. She married Arthur Martin in October 1952, who also preceded her in death on September 5,1979.She was a member of the Old Regular Baptist Church at Mayking, Kentucky. She leaves behind a daughter, Lillie Bates of Route 4, North Vernon, Indiana; four sons, R.S. Webb and D. 0. Webb, both of Fort Meade, Florida; Mayford Webb of Hope, Indiana and John Webb of Dundee, Florida; three stepdaughters, Alpha Wright of Cromona, Kentucky; Doris Rider of Yuma, Arizona; and Teddy Wallace of Jeffersonville, Indiana. One stepson, Gaston Martin of Elkton, Kentucky; and two sisters, Missouri Branham and Letha Everidge, both of Chillicothe, Ohio; 25 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. A stepson Burnace Webb also preceded her in death. Our grief in our loss, though it is Heaven's gain, finds comfort in these words: "They are not lost, who find the light of sun and stars, and God. Your gentle face and patient smile With sadness we recall, You had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all. The voice is mute and stilled the heart That loved us well and true, Ah! bitter was the trial to part From one so good as you. You are not forgotten loved one Nor will you ever be, As long as life and memory last We will remember thee. We miss you now, our hearts are sore, As time goes by we'll miss you more. Your loving smile, your gentle face, No one can fill your vacant place.
UNSEEN HAND
There is an unseen hand to me
That leads through ways I cannot see
While going through this world of woe,
This hand still leads me as I go.
I'm trusting to the unseen hand,
That guides me through this weary land;
And some sweet day I'll reach that strand
Still guided by the unseen hand.
His hand has led through shadows drear,
And while it leads I have no fear;
I knew 'twill lead me to that home,
Where sin nor sorrow ever can come.
I long to see my Savior's face,
And sing the story "Saved By Grace,"
And there upon the golden strand
I'll PRAISE HIM FOR HIS GUIDING HAND.
Written by Elder Lester F. Riley, in memory of a beloved friend and sister in the church

Noble, Robert "Bud" -By request of the family and the help of the Lord, I will try to write in my weakness, the obituary of Robert 'Bud' Noble. Bud, as he was best known by his family and friends, was born September 21,1926. He departed this life March 28, 1985, making his stay here on earth 58 years, 6 months and 7 days. Bud was born to Armenta Ashley Noble and Willie Noble; both preceded him in death. Bud was married to Mary Maxine Amburgey on July 8, 1950, and to this union was born seven children. One son, Theodore, preceded him in death. Those surviving him are his wife, Mary Maxine Noble and six children, four sons and two daughters, James R. Noble of Henryville, Indiana; Paul R. Noble of Scottsburg, Indiana; Donnie Noble of DePauw, Indiana; Ronnie Noble of Scottsburg, Indiana; Geraldine Gabbard of Austin, Indiana; and Jeanette Noble of Underwood, Indiana. Bud also leaves six grandchildren, one brother, Chester Noble of Knott County, Kentucky; and four sisters, Marsha Sexton of Brooks, Kentucky; Opal Mullins of Taylorsville, Kentucky; Fannie Hall of Knott County, Kentucky ; and Ida Miller of Brooks, Kentucky. Two brothers and sisters preceded Bud in death. Bud was a veteran of the Second World War and worked at the Louisville Cement Company for 34 years. He was a good husband to his wife and a good father to his children. Bud went to church regularly, but had never joined the church and I feel that I can call him my brother because he told me that the Lord had set his soul free. Your loss is Heaven's gain. Bud will be missed by his family and by his many friends. Sleep on! Dear Brethren until that trumpet sounds in that great morning. Written by the Noble family, And Brother Jimmy Mullins.

Owens, Myrtle (Vires) It is with a sad heart, that I will try to write an obituary of our loving mother, Myrtle Owens. She was born July 3, 1921 to Wiley and Louisa Viers and departed this life February 4, 1985; making her stay here on earth 63 years, 7 months, and 1 day. She was married to Jessie R. Owens on April 30,1937, and to this union was born four children; three sons, Albert S. Owens, Master Sergent of Ft. Belvoir, Virginia; Barry and Ronnie Owens, both of Prater, Virginia; one daughter, Sherden Compton; along with three daughters-in-law and one son-in-law. Her husband preceded her in death on September 4, 1973. Mom lived a lonesome life after dad's death. He was so good to her when she was sick. She also leaves two brothers: Charlie Viers of Abingdon, Virginia; Jessie Viers of Belfast, Virginia; along with three sisters: Mary Stiltner of Pounding Mill, Virginia; Lessie Raines of Bristol, Tennessee, and Alta Owens of Fremont, Ohio. Also two half sisters, June Clevinger of Highland County, Virginia, and Marie Shark of Arizona; eleven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren whom she loved very much. Mom had been sick for a long time and I know we children, grandchildren will sadly miss her but we feel our loss is heaven's gain. She lost her mother at the age of three years. Aunt Mary was so good to her; I've heard her say so many times. She leaves many relatives and friends to mourn her passing. Her home will look so lonesome since she is gone and it will never be the same without Mom and Dad.
Written by Virgie Compton And assisted by her broken-hearted daughter Sherden Compton

Romine, John Hollis - entered eternal life Sunday, January 13, 1985 at his residence at Premium, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Thomas Romine and Elizabeth Beard Romine. Hollis is survived by his wife, Myrtle Sumpter Romine along with three sons: John Hollis Romine Jr. and Thomas Ray Romine, both of Van, Kentucky; Clyde Hogg of Premium, Kentucky. Two daughters: Jo Ann Lewis and Jean Scott, both of Premium, Kentucky; one brother, Eldred Romine of Navoo, Alabama; and one sister, Lucille Scries of Logan, Georgia. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Brother Hollis Romine was baptized into full fellowship of the G. Bennett Adams Memorial Church of Old Regular Baptist October 2, 1976, and the church ordained Brother Hollis a deacon on November 5,1977. Brother Hollis worked very hard for the up building of his church, where he loved to fill his seat even when he was unable to physically do so. Many of the church members did not equal Brother Hollis's church attendance. When the church was building the two rest rooms, Brother Hollis was a key figure in that construction and was greatly appreciated by all.
GOD'S FLOWER GARDEN
"It's hard to lose the ones we love,
to see them passing away.
The sweetest and the kindest gone,
while others are left to stay.
But if we had a garden,
with roses fair and bright.
We'd often pick the loveliest,
and think it to be right!"
"And so it's with Jesus,
in his heavenly garden here.
He often picks the fairest flower,
the one we love so dear.
The flowers picked by him
will never fade away.
We know they'll live forever,
and we'll see them some sweet day."
By his wife, Myrtle and his children

Sergent, Benton -son of Arthur and Maudie Taylor Sergent, was born September 1,1913. He passed away at North Clark Hospital in Charlestown, Indiana on February 9, 1985, making his stay on earth 71 years, 5 months, and 9 days. He was born in Letcher County, Kentucky and was a retired coal miner. On February 7,1936 he was united in marriage to Eva Adams. To this union was born one son, William Sergent of Lexington, Kentucky and one daughter, Sue Sergent Brewer, who preceded him in death. He had four grandchildren, one of whom preceded him in death. He joined the Chester Hogg Regular Baptist Church in 1984 and was baptized May 6, 1984.Benton had three brothers, Andrew Sergent of Charlestown, Indiana; Paris Sergent of Bartow, Florida; Willis Sergent of Paris Crossing, Indiana. Three sisters, Alia Fields of North Vernon, Indiana (who preceded him in death) Purnia Francis of Versailles, Indiana; Mattie Bates of Charlestown, Indiana; and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Benton would drive from Lexington, Kentucky to Charlestown, Indiana to attend his church, which he loved very much.
"You cannot say,
you must not say
That he is dead,
He is just away!
With a cheery smile,
and a wave of the hand
He has wandered into an unknown land.
And left us dreaming, how very fair
It needs must be, since he lingers there."
"So think of him faring on, as dear
 In the love of there as the love of here.
Think of him still as the same, a
nd say He is not dead; He's just away."

Slone, Nancy Chaney-It is with a sad and aching heart, that we will try to write, with the help of the Lord; a short obituary of our dear wife and mother. Nancy Chaney Slone was born on September 13, 1930 at Fishtrap, Kentucky and passed from this life June 14, 1985. She was 54 years, 9 months, and one day old. She was the daughter of Jessie and Zettie Thacker Chaney. She was a dedicated and loving wife and mother, who will always be greatly missed by her husband Jimpie; her son Jimpie Jr, and her five daughters, Kathy, Polly Faye, Leisha, Janet Lynn, and Judy Lee. Mommy grew up at Fishtrap, Kentucky and married daddy on Labor Day in the year of 1948. They were married for over thirty-five years, and the love and devotion they felt for each other has been an inspiration to us children. There were two children who preceded mother in death, Jessie James and Ruth who died at infancy. Also surviving her are two brothers; Kermit of Red Creek, Pike County, Kentucky; and Ervin of Millard, Kentucky. Four sisters: Ercie, Martha, Belle, and Erma Jean, all of Millard, Kentucky. The hardest thing we have ever done was to stand by mommy's bed and see her suffer; not being able to do anything about it except hope and pray for her. We loved her so much; losing her was like losing a part of our hearts. But mommy said, she had put herself into the hand of the Lord and he knows what's best. So, we feel that she is at peace with her Savior and her suffering is all over. She will always be with us in our hearts and memories. We want to thank the brothers and sisters of the Thornton Union Association for their help in our time of need. Written by Daughters Polly and Leisha Slone with the help of Elder Alfred Chaney

Stallard, Willie-With a sad heart I will try to write the obituary of my dear father and the husband of Unie Webb Stallard. On Tuesday, April 9, 1985, at 10 p.m. in Cleveland, Ohio, God called daddy home. We will miss his sweet smile and blue eyes and we will always remember his blue overalls. He was born William Elberson  "Willie" Stallard in Ermine, Kentucky. Born on August 6,1888, he was 96 years, 8 months and 3 days young at the time of his passing. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Unie Webb Stallard; three daughters, Inez Croxdale of Knoxville, Tennessee; Minnie Andrews of Cleveland, Ohio; and Nettie Jean Powell of Conneaut, Ohio; four sons, James and Orville of Cleveland, Ohio; John Morris of Annandale, Virginia; and Daniel of South Shore, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by one daughter Susie Jane, who passed away in 1941.He was the son of the late Elder James and Elizabeth Stallard. He was one of eleven children, seven of them have preceded him in death. He has one brother still living, John of Louisville, Kentucky; two sisters, Minnie Fields of Ermine, Kentucky and Cora Adkins of Elmonte, California. There are 23 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews along with a host of other friends and relatives who will mourn his passing. Daddy joined the Thornton Regular Baptist Church in 1941, and was a faithful member as long as he was in good health. Daddy was a veteran of World War I and after working 36 years with the L&N Railroad he retired. All his life he worked hard providing for his family and he and Unie raised a garden up until the last year or so. He walked a lot from his home to Whitesburg and Crafts Colly five days a week. They maintained their home until Unie had her first stroke and then after the second one, they had to move to Knoxville, Tennessee for Unie to be taken care of. It was very hard for them to leave Ermine and Willie's heart was never far from Kentucky. After eight months in Tennessee, they went to live in Cleveland, Ohio with their son Orville until God called Daddy home. I believe in my heart that Daddy is resting now, and will rise to be with Jesus on that Great Day. Written by his daughter, Inez

VanNorway, Gerald-It is with a sorrowful and heavy heart I try to write the obituary of my dear friend and brother in the Lord, Gerald VanNorway. Brother Jerry was born September 22, 1934 in Ontario, New York. He left this world, Monday, August 27, 1984, at the age of 49 years. He is survived by his mother, Alice Meyer, and two half sisters, Jan Skelton of Jay, and Linda Urbanski of Mobile, Alabama. Also his aunt, sister Viola Warner, and a host of friends and loved ones. Brother Jerry was a resident of Brevard County, Florida for 26 years. He worked for Cox's Drive In TV for approximately 20 years, and the last 6 years with Regency Communications. He was not only a Brother in the Lord, but was like a son to me, living with my family for 15 years. He watched our children grow up, and was like a brother to my children, who affectionately called him "Little Jerry". They all loved him so much. The first time he ever attended an Old Baptist Church Service was when we had service at our home. Brother Jerry was pardoned of his sins, around 1968, and was baptized by Elder Bill Cox al Rhodes Park. lie became a member of the Redeemed ('Church al Caney, Ivy., who gave the arm for the Myrtle Baptist Church of winch lie was a charier member.He was also our clerk and treasurer here at the Myrtle Church for the last several years. He has left some mighty big shoes to fill. I remember when Brother Jerry told me that the Lord had pardoned his sins. II made me so happy. I saw a remarkable difference in Brother Jerry after that. I le was a wonderful, warm and kind person to have in our home, lie would read his Bible almost every night, and was a real inspiration to my wile, my children, and myself. Brother Jerry was handicapped, but not disabled. He always wanted to be treated just like everyone else. He did almost everything he wanted to do in this life. I know that he won't be crippled in Heaven.Written by a close friend and brother, In the Lord, Auttis J. Cox
For Brother Jerry VanNorway
We were blessed by his life as he walked on earth,
But only God can measure his total worth.
He loved God's Laws, and he studied God's Word
He loved to labor in the house of the Lord.
He was short in stature, but oh! he was tall
In faith in his God, the maker of all.
Like Zacchaeus, he wanted to see the Lord,
When he heard his fame and believed his word.
As with Zacchaeus, the Lord saw him on the way,
And He came to' abide in his house one day.
Angels came before nightly reading with the Bible on his lap,
And he fell asleep, as if taking a nap.
Though his smile is gone, and his dear humble way,
We will meet again on God's homecoming day.
By Helena Blankenship, 1984

Webb, Watson C. -son of the late Nelson R. Webb and Katherine Spangler Webb, was born at Mayking, Kentucky, June 14, 1905. He passed from this life at the Hazard Appalachian Regional Hospital at Hazard, Kentucky, Friday, February 8, 1985. Making his stay here on earth 79 years, 7 months and 24 days. Watson was married to June Sailing on August 19, 1934, and to this union was born two sons, Nelson Robinette (Robb) Webb of New York, New York, and James Watson Webb of Whitesburg. June passed away in 1971.Later Watson married Eva Spicer on May 18, 1982. Eva has one daughter, Tressie Hall of Elkhorn City, Kentucky; two sons, Johnny Spicer of Seco, Kentucky; and Obie Spicer, Jr. of Lexington, Kentucky. Also surviving are two sisters, Sabrina Williams and Elsie Blair, both of Indiana, and one granddaughter, Allison Webb of Dayton, Ohio; and 8 step-grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren. Watson was a teacher in the school system of Letcher and Perry Counties for many years and was superintendent of Letcher County Schools from 1938 to 1942. He was also a first vice-president of the KEA. In addition, he represented the Fairbanks and Storrs Schaefer tailoring firms for many years. Although Watson was not a member of any church, he lived a good Christian life. Watson was a man of sterling character and honesty. He will be remembered by all as a well groomed, kind and true gentleman.