Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home

07/27/2026

07/24/2026

If you're planning a meaningful tribute for a loved one, it's important to understand your options. Click the link to learn more about the viewing, the visitation, and the differences between the two!

Not sure what the differences are between a viewing and a visitation? Check out this article to learn more about each one!

07/17/2026

Grieving the loss of a loved one doesn't just affect you emotionally; it can also affect your physical health. One issue many people face is appetite loss. If you're struggling with appetite loss while grieving your loved one, click here for 8 helpful tips that can help you cope.

Many people lose their appetite while grieving the death of a loved one. Discover 8 tips to help you cope with grief-related appetite loss.

07/10/2026

In today's world, where many of us would rather avoid the topic of death in every way, people don't realize why the funeral matters and the important role it plays in grief and healing. If you'd like to learn more about the value of having a service to meaningful honor a loved one's life, click the link to learn about 4 reasons why the funeral matters!

Many people don't realize the value of the funeral and the role it plays in healing. Click to learn why 4 reasons why the funeral matters!

07/09/2026

Corinne Smith

Corinne Smith, age 84, of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on March 2, 1942, in Knox County, Kentucky, she was a beacon of strength, a wellspring of wisdom, and a source of unconditional love for her family and community. Corinne was a woman of faith and grit, living a life that was a testament to all who knew her. She was preceded in death by...

View Corinne Smith's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/08/2026

Eric Brian Isom

Eric Brian Isom, age 45, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Barbourville, KY, on September 11, 1980, He was a former firefighter who was known for his loving, kind, and big heart for all. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Isom; and by his great-nephew, Gabriel Johnson. Eric is survived by his daughter, Zendaya Isom; sister, Teresa Battering (Donnie) of London; brothers, Rick Eaton (Kevin) of Huntington,...

View Eric Brian Isom's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

07/06/2026

Brenda Kay Hart-Hinkle

Brenda Kay Hart-Hinkle, age 65, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Baptist Health Corbin. Born in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Willard Gleen Hart and Gladys Virginia Rogers. Brenda worked for 30 years as a shift leader at Firestone Industrial Products in Williamsburg, KY, a job she truly loved until her retirement. Brenda was a woman of many talents and interests. She enjoyed staying busy, especially after retirement, and was always...

View Brenda Kay Hart-Hinkle's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.