Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home

Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home A locally owned and operated funeral home, we understand that losing a loved one is one of the hardest moments you will ever face.

That is why we are here to guide you, every step of the way. Available anytime, call or text Evan Grisell - (606)524-4900

Mary E. HeltonMary E. Helton, age 78, of Keavy, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday May 30, 2026, at her home in Keavy. Sh...
06/01/2026

Mary E. Helton

Mary E. Helton, age 78, of Keavy, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday May 30, 2026, at her home in Keavy. She was born in Woodbine, Kentucky a daughter of the late M.O. Sturgill and Jeanette Richards Shumake. Mary was a retired factory worker and loved being with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Dennis and Danny Helton; grandchildren, Larry Helton and Barbara Gray; brother Roy Sturgell; and sisters, Nancy Baker and...

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06/01/2026

Judy Mills SchneiderJudy Mills Schneider, age 75, of Corbin, KY. passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sat...
06/01/2026

Judy Mills Schneider

Judy Mills Schneider, age 75, of Corbin, KY. passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Judy was born on June 4, 1950, to the late Lester and Chelcie Mills. She was known for being so loving, caring, and generous. She gave to many with her loving generosity. Judy gave her time to her family, as she was present for births, deaths, illness, and times of sorrow. She even loved being present at events for her...

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Music can help us express our feelings in a way words alone often can't, which is why personalizing the music at a funer...
05/29/2026

Music can help us express our feelings in a way words alone often can't, which is why personalizing the music at a funeral or celebration of life is so important. If your loved one grew up in the 1940s - or just loved 1940s music - here are 10 songs you can incorporate into their service.

Want to incorporate music from the 1940s in your loved one's celebration of life? Check out our list for 10 beautiful options.

Eric Lee ElliottEric Lee Elliott, age 50, was born on March 19, 1976, in Barbourville, KY, passed away heartbreakingly, ...
05/26/2026

Eric Lee Elliott

Eric Lee Elliott, age 50, was born on March 19, 1976, in Barbourville, KY, passed away heartbreakingly, on Friday, May 22, 2026, in Gray, Kentucky. Eric was a dedicated landscaper and mower with Scott Sevier Landscaping. He had a real knack for making the world a more beautiful place. His work was a reflection of his inner self - resilient, vibrant, and full of life. Outside of work, Eric enjoyed fishing and he cherished the tranquility of Kentucky’s outdoors and...

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Bonnie Darlene WellsBonnie Darlene Wells, age 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Essex...
05/26/2026

Bonnie Darlene Wells

Bonnie Darlene Wells, age 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Essex Health and Rehabilitation in Louisville, KY. Born in Corbin, Kentucky, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vola Wells; a daughter, Linda McVey; and by her siblings, Edward "Bubby" Hollingsworth Jr., Raymond Hollingsworth, Margie Abner, Wanda Gail Niehaus, and Doris Williams. In her leisure time, Bonnie was an avid fan of watching TV and cheering for her favorite team - the UK...

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Richard "Monte" Montgomery PeaceRichard “Monte” Montgomery Peace, age 57, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 21...
05/25/2026

Richard "Monte" Montgomery Peace

Richard “Monte” Montgomery Peace, age 57, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. Born in Corbin, KY, he was the son of the late Richard Earl Peace and Esther Lucille Peace. Monte worked as a Medical Laboratory Technologist at Baptist Health Corbin and was a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University. He was known for his intelligence, curiosity, and willingness to help others, especially when it came to technology. A true tech enthusiast, Monte...

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Daniel "Buzz" Duane Witt IIDaniel "Buzz" Duane Witt Il, age 72, of Woodbine, KY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by h...
05/25/2026

Daniel "Buzz" Duane Witt II

Daniel "Buzz" Duane Witt Il, age 72, of Woodbine, KY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his home, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, deep devotion, and an undeniable passion for life. Buzz was born on March 31, 1954, in Wayne, Michigan, to the late Daniel and Mary Billings Witt. Buzz had a great love for life and a willingness to help anyone he met. Buzz was a man defined by his...

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Today, we salute the brave men and women who have paid the ultimate price to preserve our freedom and our way of life. W...
05/25/2026

Today, we salute the brave men and women who have paid the ultimate price to preserve our freedom and our way of life. We can never repay you for your dedication, your courage, your valor, or your commitment to keeping our country safe and its citizen protected. We honor you, and we remember you - today and all days.

Phyllis Jean PricePhyllis Jean Zigos Price, age 82, of Rockholds, KY, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at her home. ...
05/24/2026

Phyllis Jean Price

Phyllis Jean Zigos Price, age 82, of Rockholds, KY, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at her home. Born in Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Tony Zigos and Thelma Brown Zigos. Phyllis worked for many years in the meat packing department at Kroger, where she was known for her strong work ethic and dedication. She genuinely enjoyed hard work and took pride in everything she did. Phyllis loved flowers and especially enjoyed tending to and trimming...

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