Cornelius Gregory Deskins

Cornelius “Jabber” Gregory Deskins, 72, of Raceland, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Greg was born on July 27, 1954, to the late Willy Deskins and Hazel Chaney Deskins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Matthew Bolen, and his grandson, Joey “Rookie” Caskey.

Greg proudly served in the United States Navy and spent many years working for C&O Railroad. He loved animals, gardening, fishing, and cooking.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Marsha “Red” Deskins of Raceland, KY; his son, Nicholas (Crystal) Gravely, along with their children and grandchildren, of North Carolina; and his daughter, Melissa (Joe) Hoback, with whom he resided during his final weeks in Raceland, Kentucky.

He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren: Daniella (Tyler) Sellers of Ashland, Kentucky, who faithfully kept her promise to him; Cassandra (Dustin) Dixon of Four Oaks, North Carolina, his shopping and thrifting companion who made sure he never missed his doctors’ appointments; Nick Caskey of Raceland, Kentucky; and Oakley Caskey of Lexington, Kentucky.

Greg is also survived by his sister, Veronica (Jody) Salyers of Huntington, West Virginia; his brother, Rodney (Laura) Deskins of Huntington, West Virginia; numerous great-grandchildren; and many dear friends who will forever hold him in their hearts.

A private service will be held at a later date.

The family has entrusted Bailey Family Funeral Home in Flatwoods, Kentucky, with the arrangements.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.baileyfamilyfuneralhome.com.