Michael James Whitely, age 48, of Jackson, KY passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at his residence.  He was born December 30, 1975 in Lexington, KY.   He is survived by his father: Homer (Hala) Whitley of Jackson, KY and mother: Charlene Spicer Whitely (Jim Combs) of Jackson, KY.  One son:  Jacob Michael Whitely of Jackson, KY.  One daughter:  Jasmine Whitely of Beattyville, KY.  Two brothers: David Allen (Susie) Whitely of Jackson, KY and Brandon Cecil Whitely of Dry Ridge, KY.  He is also survived by a host of nephews, nieces, and many other relatives and friends.   Funeral services will be held on Thursday, may 9,m 2024 at 1:00 pm at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with George Dana Spicer officiating.  Burial  in the Spicer-Turner-Shouse Cemetery,  Town Hill Road, Jackson,  KY.  Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00-9:00 pm .  Deaton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.