Johnny Webb Obituary, Death: Devoted Director of Cardiac Cath Lab at Pikeville Medical Center, Passes Away at 52, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Love, Dedication, and Compassion”
Johnny Webb, a pillar of the Pikeville community and a shining example of excellence in the medical field, sadly passed away on Monday, May 13th, 2024, at the age of 52. His death was confirmed on Facebook, where tributes poured in from friends, family, and colleagues who were deeply affected by his passing.
Born on December 10, 1971, in Huntington, West Virginia, to Johnny (Ella) Webb and Dinah Sparks Vanhoose, Johnny was more than just a name; he was a loving husband, father, colleague, and friend. His devotion to his family was unwavering, and he shared a special bond with his wife, Ginger Rogers Webb. Together, they were the foundation of strength and resilience for their family.
Professionally, Johnny was a shining example of excellence and commitment. For three decades, he served as the Director of the Cardiac Cath Lab at Pikeville Medical Center, where his expertise and leadership played a vital role in saving countless lives. His passion for healthcare extended beyond the confines of the hospital, as he dedicated himself to various community initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for all.
Johnny’s contributions went far beyond the medical field. He was a pillar of support for the youth in his community, serving as a High School Basketball official for 20 years and coaching basketball and soccer teams at the YMCA. His involvement in Casting for Kids and membership in the Country Boys Bass Club spoke volumes about his love for the outdoors and his desire to share that passion with others.
He had a way of making everyone feel seen and valued, whether they were patients under his care or teammates on the basketball court. His infectious smile and genuine warmth touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Johnny is survived by his children, Jimmy Austin (Shae) Adkins, Savannah Bowens (Nathan), and McKinley Webb (Hope & Kealeigh); his grandchild, Natalie Bowens; his son-in-law, Zach Bowens; his sisters, Angela (Chris) Judd and Stephanie (Josh) King; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 7 pm at the University of Pikeville Gymnasium, Pikeville, Kentucky, and will continue all day Thursday, May 16, 2024. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024, at 2 pm at the University of Pikeville Gymnasium, Pikeville, Kentucky. Entombment will follow at Hunts Cemetery, Toler Creek, Harold, Kentucky.
Johnny Webb’s passing has left a void in the lives of all who knew and loved him. His legacy of love, dedication, and compassion will be remembered for years to come, and his impact on the Pikeville community will be felt for generations.
In addition to his family, Johnny is survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends who will deeply miss him. His contributions to the medical field and his community will be remembered and cherished, and his infectious smile and genuine warmth will be deeply missed.
Johnny’s love for the outdoors and his desire to share that passion with others was evident in his involvement in Casting for Kids and membership in the Country Boys Bass Club. His dedication to his community and his patients was unwavering, and he will be remembered as a shining example of excellence and commitment.
The University of Pikeville Gymnasium will host visitation and funeral services for Johnny Webb, a fitting tribute to a man who gave so much to his community. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched, and his memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
In the days and weeks ahead, the Pikeville community will come together to mourn the loss of a man who was more than just a name; he was a loving husband, father, colleague, and friend. His devotion to his family and his community was unwavering, and his legacy of love, dedication, and compassion will be remembered for years to come.
