Obituaries

Jason Hoyle

Jason T. Hoyle, age 41, of Garner, North Carolina and formerly of Battle Creek, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on July 4, 2021.  He was born on April 14, 1980, in Battle Creek, the son of Thomas and Linda (Girten) Hoyle.  Jason graduated from Lakeview High School in 1999.  He previously worked as a cook at Bill Knapp’s Restaurant...

Wilgous Smith Jr.

Wilgous “Smitty” Smith Jr., 80, of Ceresco passed away Thursday October 25, 2012 at home surrounded by his loving family. Wilgous was born in Breathitt County, Kentucky on Jan. 10, 1932. He was one of 12 children. Wilgous retired from Eaton’s of Marshall in 1997. He also enjoyed farming and the outdoors. He had a lot of friends and enjoyed...