Obituaries

Jan 10, 2025

Cheri Dutton Spainhoward, 70, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at her home.

She was born on July 23, 1954, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Mary Lois Johnston Emery. She was formerly employed as a waitress for Ferrell's restaurant. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Jan 9, 2025

Melissa Chadwick Warford, 56, of Foley, AL, formerly of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL.

She was born on February 19, 1968, in Madisonville, KY.

Melissa's radiant smile, beauty, and ability to connect with everyone she met left a lasting impression. She will be remembered for...

Jan 7, 2025

Mr. Shannon L. Cline, 59, of Manitou, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

He was born on August 10, 1965, in Madisonville, KY, to Delores Girdley and the late Hurtus Cline.

He was a member of Concord General Baptist Church. He was an electrician by trade....

Jan 6, 2025

Daniel Earle Felker, 73, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on January 29, 1951, in Fort Knox, KY, to the late Virginia Lorene Green Felker and James Vernon Felker. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from the...

Jan 4, 2025

Jordan Nathaniel Edwards, 21, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in Madisonville.

He was born on May 3, 2003, in Knoxville, TN, to Michael David Edwards. He was formerly employed by Daicel as a machine operator. He enjoyed wood whittling, hiking, fishing, and camping. He loved playing music and video games.

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Jan 2, 2025

Dennis Alan Burden, 71, of Slaughters, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on October 5, 1953, in Selma, AL, to the late Ellen Hayes Burden and Clifford Dennis "C.D." Burden. He was formerly employed as an electronics instructor at ITT in Evansville, IN. He enjoyed motorcycles...

Dec 29, 2024

Dr. Harold "Homie" Holmes Wingo Jr., a beloved father, veteran, and esteemed dentist, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at his home in Wasilla, AK, at the age of 77.

Harold was born on February 20, 1947, in Hopkinsville, KY, and was a resident of Dawson Springs, KY. He lived a life rich with experiences, talents,...

Dec 27, 2024

Jimmy Allen Townsend, 78, of Slaughters, KY passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at his home.

He was born on December 3, 1946, in Slaughters, KY, to the late Ruby Edith Brooks Townsend and Buford Townsend. He proudly served in the United States Army Reserve from 1966 thru 1971. He retired after thirty-seven years from Texas...

Dec 22, 2024

Lois Faye Webster Parish, 91, of Manitou, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation.

Lois was born on February 25, 1933, in Manitou, KY, to Harold Webster and Grace Rhew Webster. She attended Nebo School. Lois was a lifelong member of Concord General Baptist Church in Manitou. In 1959, she married...

Dec 19, 2024

Marty Gene Allinder, 67, of Eddyville, KY, peacefully passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the Landmark of Kuttawa.

He was born on October 16, 1957, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Elsie Littlepage Allinder and Gordon Allinder, to whom he was devoted and who instilled values in him that he carried throughout his life. He...

Dec 19, 2024

Dennis Alan Duncan, 74, of Hanson, KY, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Dawson Springs Health and Rehab in Dawson Springs, KY.

He was born on January 27, 1950, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Joyce Bowles Duncan and Wayne Duncan. He retired from AT&T as a lineman. He enjoyed refinishing furniture, farming, and refinishing...

Dec 17, 2024

It is with heavy hearts but unwavering hope in the promises of Christ that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Charlotte Opal Durham Lutz, 89, of Manitou, KY. She was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 17, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on March 22,...

Dec 16, 2024

Douglas Locke, 84, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on June 3, 1940, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Gladys Cartwright Eades and James Locke. He was formerly employed as a meter man for Kentucky Utilities. He enjoyed radio-controlled helicopters and drones. His greatest...

Dec 16, 2024

Vickie Nelson, 69, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at her home.

She was born on February 20, 1955, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Druzella Coffman Nelson and Marvin Nelson. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. Vickie was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to her parents,...

Dec 13, 2024

Sharon Lee White Reynolds, 76, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on July 11, 1948, in Petersburg, IN to the late Opal Evans White and Everett White. Sharon enjoyed reading and fishing in her spare time. She loved animals and especially her cats.

Dec 11, 2024

Jenny Lynn Offutt Villines, 71, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at her home peacefully.

She was born on February 5, 1953, in Whitesburg, KY, to the late Lelia Lenora Patterson Offutt and John William Offutt. She was formerly employed at White Swan Meta. She was a die-hard Kentucky Wildcats and Kansas City...

Dec 10, 2024

Natalie Ann Smith Mercer, 64, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on December 21, 1959, in Hilo, HI, to the late Arleta Huston Smith and Calvin Smith. She enjoyed quilting, baking, arts and crafts, and genealogy. Her greatest joy was spending time with her...

Dec 8, 2024

James Carroll Gibson, 85, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on October 7, 1939, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Goldie Irene Jones Hughes and Omer Gibson. He was formerly employed as a carpenter for Day Construction. He was an avid fan of St....

Dec 7, 2024

Sue Halfacer Settle, 87, of St. Petersburg, FL, formerly of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Sun Coast Hospice Care Center Mid Pinellas in Pinellas Park, FL.

She was born on November 7, 1937, in Nortonville, KY, to the late Lela Jeanette Hunt Parker and Franklin Halfacer. She was a graduate of South...

Dec 5, 2024

Rebecca Lynn Orange Crick, 70, of Henderson, KY passed away peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, December 5, 2024, surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 10, 1954, in Saginaw, MI to the late Darrell Orange and Doretta Sneed.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas...