Eddie Gene "Squeaky" Cornett of Hazel Green, Kentucky, beloved husband of Sandra Cole Cornett, departed this life Friday, December 26, 2025 at the age of 84 years, 6 months and 11 days. He was a son of the late Vincie Cornett and Ida Pritchard Cornett, born in Pebworth, Owsley County, Kentucky, on June 15, 1941. He was a carpenter by trade. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Cole Cornett of Hazel Green, Kentucky; one son, Eddie G. Cornett (Danielle) of Hazel Green, Kentucky; two grandchildren, Haley Rogers and Hunter Rogers; one brother, James Cornett (Maudie) of Booneville, Kentucky; two sisters, Ruby Kennedy and Ruth LaClair (Jerry) both of Lexington, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincie Cornett and Ida Pritchard Cornett; one brother, Rudolph "Creed" Cornett; and three sisters, Pat Blake, Faye Callahan and Nellie Jelley. He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Serving as pallbearers: John Jelley, Bill Blake, Gary Cornett, Earl Nickell, James Roberts and Ronnie Hearld. Serving as honorary pallbearers: Jerry LeClair, Clyde Endicott, Dewayne Kidd and Darin Kidd. Visitation: Thursday, January 1, 2025 beginning at 10:00 A.M. at Porter and Son Funeral Directors, Campton, Kentucky. Funeral Service: Thursday, January 1, 2025 beginning at 12:00 P.M. at Porter and Son Funeral Director's Chapel with Sister Violet Combs officiating. Burial: Newman Cemetery, Pebworth, Owsley County, Kentucky. www.porterandsonfd.com Hershel W. Caudell, husband of Patricia Combs Caudell and son of the late Oliver and Rhoda Keller Caudell was born in Owsley County, Kentucky on April 30, 1945 and departed this life in Lexington, Kentucky on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at the age of 80 years, 8 months, and 15 days. He was a Kentucky Colonel and a former drywaller and plumber. In addition to his wife Patricia of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, Mr. Caudell leaves behind two sons, Bryan Caudell and Anthony Scott Caudell and wife Tiffany also of Mt. Sterling; two grandchildren, Hunter Barkley and Andrew Barkley and wife Savannah; two great grandchildren, Zayden Rodriguez and Lilith Barkley; one brother, Luther Dean Caudell and wife Betty of Beattyville, Kentucky; one sister, Carrie Reed of Booneville, Kentucky; two brothers-in-law; 4 sisters-in-law; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Rhoda Caudell; and four siblings, Herbert, Arnold, Thelma, and Tootsie. www.newnamfuneralhome.com Steven Craig Callahan, 55, of Booneville, Kentucky passed away February 10, 2026 at his residence following a brief illness. Craig was born May 26, 1970 in Irvine, Kentucky. He was the son of Virginia Begley Callahan and the late Dale Callahan. Craig was a member of the First Baptist Church of Booneville. Craig attended Eastern Kentucky University, owned and operated Callahan Hardware for approximately 30 years and cattle farmed in Owsley County. Craig is survived by his mother Mrs. Virginia Begley Callahan of Booneville, Kentucky, his brother Mr. David Callahan (Charolette Moore) of Booneville, Kentucky, two nephews Mr. Dillion (Angela) Callahan of Booneville, Kentucky, Mr. Dalton (Kelly) Callahan of Booneville, Kentucky, one niece Mrs. Hunter (Tyler) Parker of Booneville, Kentucky, one great nephew Corbyn Callahan, one great niece Scarlett Parker, one step great niece and five step great nephews, one aunt Mrs. Judy (Harold) Terry of Booneville, Kentucky, one aunt by marriage Mrs. Cecelia Begley of Waco, Kentucky, one uncle by marriage Mr. Bob Gay of Ohio, his cousins Mr. Robbie Begley and Ms. Terri Begley of Richmond, Kentucky, Jimmy, Beverly and Lisa of Ohio, Mr. Adam (Ashley) Terry of Georgetown, Kentucky and Mr. Neil (Yolanda) Terry of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his father Dale Callahan, his grandparents Jim and Ruby Callahan, Emery and Nancy Begley, two aunts Dessie Gay and Dixie Gilpin and one uncle George Begley. Visitation will be Friday, February 13, 2026 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home with Brother Rob Morgan officiating. Burial will follow in the Callahan Cemetery in Booneville, Kentucky. The Searcy and Strong Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangement. www.searcyandstrongfuneralhome.com Booneville, KY- Carl Smith Jr., age 52, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. Carl was born January 4, 1974 in Irvine, KY, a son to Carl Smith Sr. and Brenda Smith. He was a laborer, working on anything from construction to masonry. He loved the outdoors, and enjoyed hunting & fishing. He loved working with his hands, and had a caring heart. Along with his parents; Carl Sr., and Brenda Smith, he is survived by his children; Michael Todd (Kassandra) Smith, Eric Smith, and Micah Sha Riley, brothers; Jeffery Smith, and Anthony Smith, 7 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by 1 son; Scott Smith, 1 grandson; Easton Smith, grandparents; Edwin & Edna Smith, Rosetta Turner, and William Utsler. Visitation will be held Monday, February 23, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm at the Booneville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Booneville Funeral Home with Pastor Rob Morgan officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Cow Creek Church Cemetery located in the Cow Creek community of Booneville, KY. To leave a special message please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Carol Herald Creech, age 80, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Owsley County Health Care Center in Booneville, Kentucky. Born on February 22, 1945, in Owsley County to Andrew and Cindy Angel Herald. She is survived by her daughter, Dena Begley of Booneville, Kentucky. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald Creech. At this time, no services are planned. Searcy and Strong Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. www.searcyandstrongfuneralhome.com Elmer Creech, age 75, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Saint Joseph Hospital in London, KY. Elmer was born August 16, 1950, in Mckee, Kentucky, a son to the late Chester and Cynthia (Lucas) Creech. He is survived by 2 brothers; Carl (Patty) Creech of Beattyville, KY and Earl Creech of Arizona and other loving family members and friends. Elmer was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Cynthia Creech, two sisters; Martha Bishop and Pearl Peters, and three brothers; James, John and Joe Creech. Visitation will begin on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 1 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home until the time of the funeral at 2 PM. To leave the family a special message, please visit www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com. The Booneville Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Angela Marie Mullins Crowe, aged 43, of Broadview Heights, Ohio, passed away on April 11, 2026 at The Heights Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Broadview, Ohio after a long illness. Born October 26,1982, in Hazard, KY, she was the the beloved daughter Patricia Gail Shouse Mullins and the late Roger Mullins. Angela is survived by her son, Dalton Vires, and her mother, Gail 'Jerry Marshall' Mullins. She also leaves behind her brother, Asher Keller, and two cherished grandchildren, Grayson and Emersyn Vires, all residing in Versailles, KY. Her family also includes a half-brother, Hunter Mullins of Booneville, KY, her grandmother, Mabel Shouse of Booneville, KY, and grandmother Lois Jean Mullins of Jackson, KY, along with several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jason Crowe, her father, Roger Mullins, and her grandfathers, G.B. Shouse and Ed Mullins. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 11 am at the Searcy and Strong Funeral Home, with funeral services commencing at 1 pm, officiated by Brother James Morris. Angela will be laid to rest at the Combs Cemetery in Booneville, KY. Searcy and Strong Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. www.searcyandstrongfuneralhome.com Maudie Madden Cornett: March 24, 1951 – April 7, 2026- It is with great sadness that the family of Maudie Madden Cornett announce her passing following a 9-month illness with a more recent diagnosis of cancer. Maudie fought a courageous battle with chemo and immunotherapy treatments. She marked her 75th birthday at the University of Kentucky Medical Center with James, Gary, Heather and “the girls”—Adilyn and Aurora. On April 3, 2026, Maudie’s wish was fulfilled. She was released from the hospital and made it back home to Pebworth, just in time for her faithful husband and caregiver, James’ birthday on April 4. Maudie entered her eternal rest on Tuesday evening, April 7 at her home in Pebworth, Kentucky surrounded by family and friends. Maudie was born on March 24, 1951, at Hazel Green Academy in Hazel Green, Kentucky to Weldon Madden and Grace Dunn Lane. The only daughter of Weldon and Grace, Maudie, enjoyed having a Big Brother, George. And Maudie was especially proud when she became “Big Sister” to baby brother, Edgar. Maudie is survived by her beloved husband of 52.5 years, James Cornett. James met Maudie at Lee College. After two years of dating and Maudie’s graduation from Cumberland College, James and Maudie were married on September 1, 1973. September 1st held special meaning for them, as James’ parents, Vincie and Ida Cornett were married on September 1, 1928. As Vincie and Ida celebrated their 50th Anniversary in 1978, James and Maudie celebrated their 5th Anniversary. And on November 7, 1980, James and Maudie were elated with the arrival of their first and only child. Maudie became the cherished mother of James Gary Cornett II. And Maudie was always eager to tell you that she and James finally gained a daughter when Heather joined the Cornett family on October 11, 2014. Maudie was the proud mamaw of two special granddaughters, Adilyn Scarlett Cornett and Aurora Caroline Cornett. Her profound love, pure joy and pride were visible to all when she talked about Gary, Heather, and the girls—Adilyn and Aurora. Four sisters-in-law survive Maudie: Ruth Laclair and husband Jerry of Lexington, KY; Ruby Kennedy of Lexington, KY, Sandra Cornett of Campton, KY. and Lois Madden of Stanton, KY. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, as well as a notable group of young men, who were Gary’s friends and chosen sons of James and Maudie. Preceding Maudie in death are her parents, Weldon Madden, and Grace Dunn Lane, as well as two brothers, Edgar Madden and George Madden. Maudie graduated from Wolfe County High School in 1969. She attended Lees Junior College and went on to receive her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Cumberland College. She furthered her studies at Morehead State University with a Masters Degree in Childhood Literacy. And she received her Rank 1 in Special Education from Eastern Kentucky University. Maudie dedicated 30+ years to the Owsley County Schools as a teacher at Owsley County High School. Following retirement, Maudie returned to the classroom as a substitute teacher from time to time; however, her most prestigious job became that of “mamaw.” She set up her own daycare/preschool at Pebworth, for Adilyn Scarlett in January 2016 and in October 2018, they embraced a new student, Aurora Caroline. The girls were the central focus of her life until Kindergarten came around. Then it became after-school visits, school updates, and rides with Papaw on the side-by-side. Maudie was a devoted member of the Warrens Chapel Church in Vincent, Kentucky. Her strong Christian faith provided her with strength and comfort throughout her life. Visitation for Maudie is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM at the Booneville Funeral Home. Maudie’s funeral service will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM with Reverend Jamie Brunk and Reverend Terry Sandlin officiating. Burial will follow in the Shepherds Memorial Cemetery in Booneville, Kentucky. Pallbearers: Gary Evans, Byron Marshall, Joe Hall, Chad Mason, Anthony Bowling, Shawn Gabbard. Honorary Pallbearers: John Jelley, Bill Blake, Jerry LaClair, Charles Booth, Brian Marcum, Teddy Paul Marcum, Gary McIntosh, Joe Lucas, Jack Amis, Jeff Dickerson, Marvin McIntosh, Howard Price, and Gary Oliver. Maudie’s memory will be cherished by all who knew her, from her students to her teacher and education colleagues and from her extended family and Church family to the Neighborhood Boys’ Club from yesteryear. Her legacy is one of selflessness, warmth, and unwavering devotion to those she cared about the most—James, her amazing husband –Gary-her cherished son, Heather-her chosen daughter—along with the sparkles in her eyes: Granddaughters: Adilyn Scarlett and Aurora Caroline. May the memory of Maudie Madden Cornett live on in the love she shared and the lives she touched. Booneville Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements. www.boonevillekyfuneralhome.com Regina Lee Roberts Smith, age 55, of Prestonsburg, KY passed away on April 1, 2026, at the Pikeville Medical Center in Pikeville, KY. Born on November 23, 1970, in Irvine, KY, she was the beloved daughter of Ronald Roberts and Lucy Mae Bell Martin. Regina was a dedicated homemaker who cherished her family deeply. She is survived by her loving daughter, Candace Smith of Prestonsburg, KY, and her son, Axl Smith of Alexandria, KY. Regina was a proud grandmother to three grandsons, including her special grandson Treston Bowling, as well as Atlas Smith and Bradly Wells. She is also survived by her father, Ronald Roberts of Booneville, KY, her mother and stepfather, Lucy Mae "Gene" Martin of Booneville, KY. Regina leaves behind two sisters, Melissa 'John' Brumelle and Deana 'Gary' McIntosh, both residing in Booneville, KY. Regina was preceded in death by her husband, Irvine 'Brow' Smith, her brother Steven Roberts, and her grandparents Rufford and Louise Roberts, and Clifford and Elizabeth Bell. A graveside service will be held at a later date to honor Regina's memory.