James Vernon Abner, Sr.
James Vernon Abner, Sr., 79, of Leon, passed away Monday, March 1, 2021, following a short illness. He was a life-long farmer, and enjoyed spending time outdoors and working on the farm.
Born May 31, 1944, he was the son of the late James D. Abner and Melvina Smith Abner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen M. Abner; and daughter, Peggy Shropshire.
He is survived by his first wife and companion, Carolyn Dockham; children, Lisa Abner, James V. Abner, Jr., Larry Abner, Brian Burdsall, Anthony Abner, Anthony Lee Abner, Douglas Abner, Corbett Halterman, Bill Barnett, and Michael Halterman; as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held at the Abner Family Cemetery, with Pastor Pete Cobb officiating.

Lyra Cochran
Lyra Marie Higginbotham Cochran, 72, of Red House, passed away March 5, 2021.
She is survived by her children Peyton “Doc” Johnson, Darrell L. Higginbotham and George P. Higginbotham; stepchildren Loretta Deal, Steve Cochran and Richard Cochran; brother Jay Johnson; seven grandchildren; four great grandchildren; six step grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren.
A tribute to the life of Mrs. Lyra Cochran was held Monday, March 8, 2021, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Scott Casto officiating. Burial was in New Antioch Cemetery