Mr. Herbert Hugh Sowders, 67, of Corbin, passed away Wednesday morning, February 28, 2024 at his home. He was the son of the late Beve and Betty Shoaf Sowders born on October 15, 1956 in Pineville.
Herb was a hard working man who grew up working with his father and twin brother, Ancil, at the Union 76 Service Station. After graduation, he began his career as a diesel mechanic for Midco, Leeco, maintenance for Trueseal and Rudd Equipment where he retired. His hobbies were working in his garage on old cars, going to car shows, car races and camping. Herb was a member of the Locust Grove Baptist Church. He loved going to church and witnessing for the Lord. He treasured the Lord, family and friends, these were his prized possessions. When he wasn’t in church, you could find him at a ball field watching his grandsons play ball, he loved them dearly. Herb was a kind and gentle soul, who loved talking to people everywhere he went. He just loved life and everyone. We will remember him as the most loving and caring husband, father and papaw, who is now with God waiting on us in Heaven. He is whole again. Praise the Lord.
On May 25, 1974, he united in marriage with Linda Jo Ramsey and to this union two children were born.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Marie Mooneyham Sowders; parents-in-law, Lindburgh and Lois Jean Ramsey and a brother-in-law, Doug Ramsey.
Survivors include his loving wife of over 49 years, Linda Jo Sowders of Corbin; dearly loved children, Krista Dawn Sowders of Corbin and Betty Broughton and husband, Lance, of Corbin; a sister, Beverly Sowders Patterson and husband, Alva, of Barbourville; a brother, Ancil Lee Sowders and wife, Lynn, of Barbourville; brother-in-law, Bryon Keith Ramsey and wife, Dowanna, of Barbourville; sister-in-law, Lisa Michelle Ramsey of Berea; treasured grandchildren, Ethan Lance Herbert Broughton, Landon Issac Broughton and Clayton Douglas Broughton; a friend who was like a second brother to him, Earl Hammons; among other loved ones and dear friends.
His funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Monday, March 4 at 2 P.M. with Rev. David Barnard and J. D. McVey officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Barbourville Cemetery.
Casket bearers will be Ethan Broughton, Joshua Ramsey, Matthew Ramsey, Dustin Patterson, Earl Hammons and Jeff Ketcham. Honorary bearers will be the Dirt Hound family.
The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the doctors, nurses and staff who cared for Herb during his illness.
Friends may visit at the funeral home Sunday between 6 and 9 P.M. and Monday prior to the funeral hour.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Knox Funeral Home.
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