Big Stone Gap, VA – Chris Lee Haverly, 69, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. He was born on April 2, 1956 to William E. and Mittie Christine (Ramey) Haverly, Sr. He had lived in Highsplint, KY, Evarts, KY, Appalachia, VA and Big Stone Gap and was a 1974 graduate of Appalachia High School in Appalachia, VA.
Chris was the owner of Tri-State Animal Rescue and selflessly saved the lives of over 14,000 animals. He was an avid fan of drag racing, NASCAR, the University of Kentucky’s football and basketball teams and was an excellent photographer.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Chris is survived by his brothers, William E. Haverly, Jr. and Donald R. Haverly, Sr. of Indianapolis, IN; nephews, William E. Haverly, III and Donald R. Haverly, Jr. of Indianapolis, IN, and many friends.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 11:00am-1:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00pm with Chris’ second cousin, Pastor Bradley Guyn, officiating.
There will be a private family graveside service at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens after the visitation with Pastor Bradley Guyn officiating.
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Big Stone Gap, VA – Robin Renee Overstreet, 62, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at her home. She was born in Nashville, TN, but lived in Big Stone Gap for the past ten years. She worked as a secretary for about 30 years and was a deli manager for Tiger Market in Big Stone Gap for nine years. Her smiling face and outgoing personality made all the patrons feel at ease. She was a hardworking and dedicated individual. Robin enjoyed spending time with her “extended family”, lying at the pool in the summertime and trips to Pigeon Forge.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia Gail (Cantrell) McAdams.
Robin is survived by her father, Ralph McAdams; children, Terry Overstreet, Dominio Sidella, III, and Vincent Antonio Sidella, all of Nashville, TN; her companion of 26 years, Dominico Sidella, Jr. and her Tiger Market co-workers.
A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA.
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Appalachia, VA – Roxanna Baldwin, 71, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA. She was a lifelong resident of Appalachia, VA. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and a good friend to all who knew her. Roxanna was excited and hoping to see Ariel and Austin’s baby. She stitched homemade blankets for many family members. She attended Lost Creek Ministries in Norton, VA.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Cecil “Chicken Bone” Baldwin, Sr.; son, Roy Cecil Baldwin, Jr.; great granddaughter, Harper Marie Davidson; brother, Lewis D. “Pea Gib” Lovell and sisters, Pamela Lovell Hensley and Itasca Baldwin.
Roxanna is survived by her children, Rachel Davidson (Doug) of Appalachia, VA and Christine “Crissy” Dotson (David), both of Appalachia, VA; siblings, Robert Lovell (Kathy) of Pennsylvania and William Lovell (Carolyn "Sissy") of Appalachia, VA; grandchildren, Jody and Jennifer Davidson, Deserae Baldwin, Harley and Heather Davidson, Kailey Davidson, Sebastian Davidson, Ariel and Austin Kilgore, Farrah Baldwin, Ryan Davidson, Chase Baldwin, Corey Baldwin and Megan Davidson; great-grandchildren, Taylah Eads, Jaden Hamilton, Joana Hamilton, Dominic Davidson, Mikey Davidson, Mila Stanley and Amyah Stanley; special friends, Missy Taylor and Trina Lane; fur baby, “Little Bit”; special friend, John Brummette, and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
A graveside service will be conducted at 12:00pm on Friday, January 30, 2026, at American Legion Cemetery with Pastor Jeff Reynolds officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:50am Friday.
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Big Stone Gap, Va.- Ronnie Dwayne Lawson, Jr., 34, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was born in Big Stone Gap, VA and lived in Dryden, VA during his younger years. He was a 2009 graduate of Powell Valley High School. He had worked at Mulligan Flooring, VFP Building and then finally at Southern Forest Products. He loved fishing, riding side-by-sides, Alabama football and doing anything his wife Chelsea wanted to do. He loved his son, Garrett, and would do anything for him. He was a good friend to many.
Dwayne is survived by his wife of 10 years, Chelsea Lawson; son, Garrett Lawson; father, Ronnie D. Lawson (Nickie) of Kingsport, TN; mother, Glenna Gillenwater (David) of Stickleyville, VA; father-in-law, Lonnie Wise (Missy) of Big Stone Gap, VA; mother-in-law, Terri Poff of Big Stone Gap, VA; sister-in-law, Ashley Sharrett (Adam) of Big Stone Gap, VA; one niece he thought the world of, Abby Sharrett who knew him as “Uncle Dane”; his best friend and brother, Josh Arrington & wife Morgan of Duffield, VA along with special nieces, Raelyn and Parker; and a host of friends.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA. The funeral service will begin at 7:00pm with Pastor Billy Wells ministering.
The graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 12:00noon in Joseph Garfield Long, Sr. Memorial Cemetery, 1201 3rd Ave. East, Big Stone Gap, VA. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those attending are asked to assemble at Gilliam Funeral Home to leave in procession at 11:30am.
In lieu of flowers, an account has been set up for his son, Garrett. Contributions may be made to Eastman Credit Union, 127 Comfort Drive, Duffield, VA 24244.
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Wise, VA-Barbara Jean James, 82, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after a long fight with cancer.
Born on June 24, 1943, she was daughter of the late Edward and Neita (Ervin) Anderson. She grew up in Dante, VA and spent most of her life in Castlewood, VA and Wise, VA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Lawrence James.
Surviving are her two daughters, Vicky Fields Arend of Bristol, TN, and Michelle James Trent and husband, Edward Trent, of Wise, VA; one son, Michael Edward James and wife, Angela (Hobbs) James of Jacksonville, FL; four special grandsons, Colton and Ty Arney, Jordan Fields and Blake James; and one great grandson, Joscelin Fields.
A family gathering with a visitation will take place at Temple Hill Memorial Park, 2529 Memorial Drive in Castlewood, VA., from 1:00pm – 2:00pm on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The service will follow at 2:00pm with Pastor Jim Pratt officiating.
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Wise, VA-Scotty Balthis, 54 passed over into heaven’s gate on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He fought a hard fight against cancer, but God saw that he was tired and called him home.
Scotty attended Lost Creek Church where he gave his heart to God. He said he never had anything make him feel like the power of God. A special thanks to Pastor Reynolds and Lost Creek Church for always checking in on him and the many prayers.
Scotty was a very hard worker, if there was a limit or goal to reach, he always went above and beyond to make sure he beat it. He received many Employee of the Month awards.
His favorite past time was fishing. He loved it. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Surviving are his mom and dad, Freddy and Rita Balthis; brother, Mark Balthis; wife, Tina Fields Balthis; children, Bailey and Keely Balthis; bonus children, Kelsey Futch and Tiara Smith; grandchildren, Brantley and Branson Balthis, Isaiah and Elijah Brock. Briella and Amara Freeman. Shayleigh Merritt; niece, Haley Balthis Clark (Tanner); great nephew Ronan “Ro-Ro;” great niece, Mila; his lifelong friend who Scotty loved like a brother, Jerry Fritz; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A special thank you to the staff at Norton Community Hospital and hospice. They were so good to us.
At Scotty's request there will be no service.
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Big Stone Gap, Va.- Bryce Alexander Walker, 26, passed away January 12, 2026.
He was a lifelong Big Stone Gap and a 2017 graduate of Union High School, where he was in the marching Bears and played football his senior year. He served as a corrections officer at Wallens Ridge State Prison. Bryce loved riding his electric bike, gun collecting and was a shoe collector. He was a loving father, son, grandson, brother, and uncle. He attended First Christian Church of Appalachia, VA.
He was preceded in death by his uncle, Stephen Walker and his maternal grandparents, Larry and Wanda Adams.
Bryce is survived by his daughter, Josiah Ivy-Mae Walker of Big Stone Gap, VA; his father, B.K. Walker, III (Mary) of Glade Springs, VA; his mother, Melanie Adams (Jeff Counts) of Big Stone Gap, VA; his siblings, Preston Walker (Diedra) of Johnson City, TN, Hailey Walker (fiancé, Dominic Clark) of Roanoke, VA and Brooklyn Walker of Big Stone Gap, VA; his paternal grandparents, B.K. and Layne (Maness) Walker, Jr. of Big Stone Gap, VA; aunts, Misty Mullins and Kim Adams; nephew, Cayden Walker; step-brothers, Ethan Bordwine and Brendon Bordwine, and a host of friends. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters of Wallens Ridge.
The family will receive friends on January 16, 2026 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA. The funeral service will begin at 2:00pm with Pastor Garrett Lee ministering.
The graveside service will follow at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens. A presentation will be provided by the Wallens Ridge Correctional Officers’ Honor Team.
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DONALD “DON” KLEINEICK
APRIL 28TH 1958 – JANUARY 11TH 2026

Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather “PopPop”, Donald Kleineick, has gone on to his Heavenly Home.
Donald Kleineick, age 67, of Big Stone Gap, VA, received his Master’s call on Sunday, January 11th, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was surrounded by his family after a brief battle with lung cancer.
He was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed gardening, being outdoors, and was an avid dog lover who was rarely seen without his loyal dogs by his side. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in his youth, a milestone that shaped his dedication to community and service. He carried the values of an Eagle Scout throughout his life. He was always prepared, fiercely loyal, and ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Dorothy C. Kleineick.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Dottie Kleineick of the home; one son, Erny Kleineick of Gaithersburg, MD., one daughter, April Riordan, and husband Jarret of Pleasant Garden NC, two grandchildren Emma Riordan and Brady Riordan.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA. The funeral will begin at 7:00pm with Pastor Rick Phillips ministering.
The graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, 5650 Powell Valley Road, Big Stone Gap, VA. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those attending are asked to assemble at Gilliam Funeral Home to leave in procession at 10:20am.
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Big Stone Gap, Va.- Gene Monroe Chandler, Sr., born December 15, 1942 to the late Clay and Paralee Chandler, went to be with the Lord Friday, January 9, 2026, at Heritage Hall Healthcare in Big Stone Gap, VA. Gene was of the Pentecostal faith. He loved hunting, fishing, bluegrass music and the Dallas Cowboys.
In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Brenda D. Chandler; baby daughter, Donna Kaye Chandler; grandsons, Kevin Lee Bolling, Jr. and Austin Joseph Bolling; four brothers; four sisters and “Spankey” his little dog.
Gene is survived by children, Monroe Chandler (Jody) of Big Stone Gap, VA, Regina Bolling of Wise, VA, Debbie Hatfield (Jamey) of Appalachia, VA and Christy Allen (Derrick) of Appalachia, VA; grandchildren, Jason Hatfield (Alissa) of Big Stone Gap, VA, Brenda Hatfield of Appalachia, VA, Breanna Rentfrow (Bryan) of Norton, VA, Derrick Allen, Jr. of Big Stone Gap, VA, Jon Chandler (Brittany) of Norton, VA and Jasmine Mays (Justin) of Big Stone Gap, VA; great-grandchildren, Paityn and Oaklee Hatfield, Ethan and Anna Patton, Preslee, Breelyn, Hudson, Dawson and Taelyn Rentfrow, Anessa Bolling, Hallie and Lacie Chandler, and Luke and Caleb Mays; and several nieces and nephews. Gene will be truly missed by all who knew him.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 2:00pm at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, 5650 Powell Valley Road, Big Stone Gap, VA. Evangelist Jamie Earnis will be ministering. Derrick Allen, Sr., Jonathan Chandler, Jason Hatfield, Derrick Allen, Jr., Brian Rentfrow and Monroe Chandler will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery by 1:50pm.
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Big Stone Gap, Va.- Richard “Bud” Fannon, 93, passed away January 8, 2026 at Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA.
Born in Inman, VA to the late Charles and Irene (Newton) Fannon, he lived most his life in Big Stone Gap. Bud was one of thirteen children. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, having served a tour in Korea and Japan during the Korean War. When he returned from service, he met and married his wife, Evelyn, and they lived the American dream for 68 years. Bud worked for C&P Telephone for over 30 years as a lineman supervisor. He was a longtime member of the Big Stone Gap Lions Club, the Big Stone Gap I.O.O.F. (Odd Fellows), a longtime “chain-gang” member for the Powell Valley Viking Football team at Bullitt Park and was proud to be a lifetime member of Big Stone Gap Rescue Squad. He worked at the Lonesome Pine Speedway and the Kingsport Speedway. He was owner/operator of R.R.&M. Fannon Contractors. Bud helped the Gilliam Family construct and build Gilliam Funeral Home & Crematory, where he continued to help serve families for over 35 years. He was a member of East Stone Gap Baptist Church, where he was the oldest living member.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Irene Newton Fannon; sisters, Berita Fannon, Virgie “Tootie” Fannon, Nancy Caroll Humbert, Shirley Faye Rosenbaum and Jonell Underwood; and brothers, Harold Douglas “Manzie” Fannon, Dillard McArthur Fannon, and Bill Fannon.
Bud is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Evelyn Fannon; sons, Rick Fannon (Pam) of Pennington Gap, VA and Mike Fannon (Carletta) of Big Stone Gap, VA; grandchildren, Lance Fannon, Austin Fannon and Andy Fannon (Shonna); great granddaughter, Anistyn Fannon; siblings, Robert “Shorty” Fannon (Mary) of Dryden, VA, William “Allen” Fannon of Exeter, VA, Annette “Nina” Morton of Bristol, VA and Glynis Geraldine Aistrop of Seminary; sister-in-law, Margaret Fannon of Stonega, VA; his closest and dearest friend, Cotton Gardner, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 3:00-5:00pm at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave. W., Big Stone Gap, VA. The funeral service will begin at 5:00pm with Dr. Lonnie Brooks and Lowell “Cotton” Gardner, Jr. ministering.
Military rites will be accorded by local VFW and DAV Posts and the VA Army National Guard Honors team will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens, 5650 Powell Valley Road, Big Stone Gap, VA. Lance Fannon, Austin Fannon, Andy Fannon, Keith Fannon, Joey Smith, Shonna Fannon and Brian Owens will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to assemble at Gilliam Funeral Home to leave in procession at 10:20am.
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Wise, Va.-Jerry Arthur McCracken, 82, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 following a lengthy illness.
Jerry was born in Wise County, VA to the late Gladys Irene and Arthur “AV” McCracken. Jerry was a graduate of Appalachia High School, following his graduation he enlisted in the US Army. Jerry, along with his former wife Patricia, and family members Eloise and Ralph, were the owners of Dujays Pizza in Big Stone Gap. Jerry was a valued employee of Westmoreland Coal Company and after their closure, he worked as an OTR driver for JB Hunt and Ozark Trucking Company. Jerry was a proud member of UMWA.
Jerry was an active member of his church and served as a deacon at First Christian Church in Big Stone Gap for several years. Prior to his illness, he spent many hours volunteering at the food bank and leading Bible study.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Patricia (Pat) McCracken, his daughters, Jamie McCracken and Abigail McCracken , and his son Charles (Charlie) McCracken .
He is survived by his sons, Donnie Gilbert and wife Kathryn of Seven Valleys, PA and Jeremy McCracken and wife Erin of Wise, VA; grandchildren, Adam Gilbert, Mariah Gilbert (Ryan), Harrison Gilbert (Natalie), Amanda Vallies (Mike), Connor McCracken (Taylor), and Blake McCracken; great-grandsons Bradley, James, and Hayden; and lifelong friends Freddie and Polly Clark and Wayne Garrett.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank Dr. Kumar, Dr. Basham, Heritage Hall in Wise, The Laurels, and Norton Community Hospital for the excellent care Jerry has received for the past several years.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make a donation to your local food bank or MEOC Children's Advocacy Center, P. O. Box 888, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219, in honor of Jerry.
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Wise, VA - Larry Kenneth Reeves, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA. Larry lived most of his life in Wise, VA and was a heavy equipment operator for Isom Coal Co., among others. He loved hunting in Bath County, VA, raising a garden, raising cattle, and surf fishing in Florida. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, and brother. He was a Christian.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lilyan Luzetta McCormick Reeves and Richard Calvin Reeves; sister, Donna Reeves and beloved dog, “Gypsy”.
Larry is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jane (Hamm) Reeves; children, Melina Reeves of Norton, VA, Monica Reeves of Midlothian, VA, and Larry Kenneth Reeves, II (Janet) of Wise, VA; siblings, Richard Elmer Reeves (Sandra) of Wise, VA and Danny Alan Reeves (Henrietta) of Wise, VA; grandchildren, Nathaniel Swiney, Megan Reeves Mills (Caleb), Lauren Reeves, and Urijah Reeves; great-grandson, Daniel Mills; several nieces and nephews and beloved dog, “Molly”.
The family will receive friends 11:00am – 12noon Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Ave., W., Big Stone Gap, VA. The memorial service will follow at 12:00noon with Pastor Jeff Reynolds officiating.
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