Obituaries

Recent obituaries in Madisonville, KY.

The obituaries in the Madisonville, KY area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Hopkins County, Kentucky'shistory and identity.

Walter Spears

Walter Spears

Sep 26, 2022

Walter N. Spears, 87,  of Avondale, AZ, passed away on  September 26, 2022.

He was born on August 23, 1935 in Phoenix, AZ to Robert Spears and Doris Crim Spears. Walter lived a full life. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served in the 101 st Airborne Division. He spent several years...

Roger Dale Rickard

Roger Dale Rickard

Sep 25, 2022

Roger Dale Rickard, 62, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022, at his home.

He was born on October 24, 1959, in Madisonville, KY, to Evelyn Cates Rickard and the late Jackie Rickard. He was formerly employed by Cimarron Coal Mines. He loved his dog, Percy. Roger attended Covenant Community Church.

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James Alvin Campbell

James Alvin Campbell

Sep 23, 2022

James Alvin Campbell, 60, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, September 23, 2022, at his home.

He was born on June 25, 1962, in Chicago, IL, to the late Margaret Lee Wilson Marks and Bernard Alvin Campbell, Jr. James was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He loved everything Chicago and especially the Chicago...

Mary Jane Fuson

Mary Jane Fuson

Sep 21, 2022

Mary Jane "Janey" Weaver McGregor Fuson, 65, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on January 27, 1957, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Betty Lou Hunt Weaver and Kenneth C. Weaver. She was formerly employed by Carhartt in Providence, KY and South Main Diner...

Bob Blair

Bob Blair

Sep 16, 2022

Robert "Bob" James Blair, 78, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville with his family by his side.

He was born on August 4, 1944, in Olean, NY to the late Mildred "Millie" Libold Blair and Vaughn Blair. Bob was a proud United States Navy Veteran and was...

Cynthia Datel

Cynthia Datel

Sep 11, 2022

Cynthia Winstead Datel, 67, of Humble TX formerly of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at her home.

She was born on March 7, 1955, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Geraldine Dorris Faulk. She was formerly a self-employed landscaper. She had a passion for animal rescue. Cynthia was of the Baptist faith.

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Jerry Rakestraw

Jerry Rakestraw

Sep 11, 2022

Jerry Rakestraw, 75, of Dixon, KY, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

He was born on February 10, 1947, in Dixon, KY, to the late Helen Woods Rakestraw and Marvin Rakestraw. He was a proud Vietnam veteran of the United States Air Force. He formerly worked with the Kentucky...

Rodger Dale Dawson

Rodger Dale Dawson

Sep 6, 2022

Rodger Dale Dawson, 72, of Hanson, KY, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at his home.

He was born on July 20, 1950, in Detroit, MI, to the late Pauline Francis Tanner Dawson and Albert Elvis Dawson. He was formerly a coal miner at Pyro. He enjoyed horseback riding, boating, and riding motorcycles. Rodger was of...

Dorothy Tompkins

Dorothy Tompkins

Sep 5, 2022

Dorothy Beck LeGrand Tompkins, 92, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on October 8, 1929, in Carmi, IL, to the late Clyda Englebright Beck and Ray Beck. Dorothy was a hairdresser in Illinois. She moved to Kentucky in 1964 and went back to beauty...

Catherine West

Catherine West

Sep 4, 2022

Catherine West, 81, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022, at Madisonville Health and Rehab.

She was born on December 30, 1940, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Susan Katherine Corbitt Jameson and Charles Turley. She was a proud veteran of the United States Army. She loved poetry, singing, and taking care of her...

Murf Adams

Murf Adams

Sep 2, 2022

Marshall Murfin "Murf" Adams, 70, of Madisonville, Ky passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022.

He was born on October 8, 1951, to the late Ralph Euclous Adams and Beth Murfin Adams. Murf was a beloved husband, brother, and friend to many. He was active in several community organizations, including the Rotary Club and Madisonville Citizens Police....

Misty Dawn Brunson

Misty Dawn Brunson

Aug 31, 2022

Misty Dawn Brunson, 35, of Earlington, KY, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at her home.

She was born on June 13, 1987, in Madisonville, KY, to Donna Cardwell and the late Harold Daugherty, Sr. She formerly worked as a cashier at Marketplace.

Survivors include her mother, Donna Cardwell of Bolivar, MO; daughter, Brooklyn...

Patricia Vaughn

Patricia Vaughn

Aug 30, 2022

Patricia "Pat" Finnie Vaughn, 77, of Madisonville, KY, formerly of Sturgis, KY, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at her home.

She was born on December 9, 1944, in Gallipolis, OH, to the late Madolyn "Madge" Johnson Finnie and Gordon Finnie. She retired after twenty years as a special education teacher with...

William Earl Rose

William Earl Rose

Aug 28, 2022

William Earl Rose, 72, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at his home.

He was born on July 22, 1950, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Freda Mae Satterfield and Earl Rose. He retired from the City of Madisonville with the Sanitation Department. He enjoyed fishing and fellowshipping with others. He was a...

Eugene W. Nance

Eugene W. Nance

Aug 28, 2022

Eugene W. Nance, 96, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 at IU West Hospital in Indianapolis.

Eugene was born November 27, 1925, to the late Willis Clifton Nance and Ina Mae Carnal.  He lived in the Cox's Store area of Hopkins County until moving to Indianapolis six years ago to be near family.

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Infant Lincoln Gene Ward

Infant Lincoln Gene Ward

Aug 28, 2022

Infant Lincoln Gene Ward, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at his home.

He was born on July 4, 2022, in Madisonville, KY, to Chelse Cunningham and Herbert Ward.

Lincoln was preceded in death by his grandmother, Tamela Cunningham; and his grandfather, Larry Ward.

Survivors include his mother, Chelse Cunningham of Madisonville;...

Kaye Jenkins

Kaye Jenkins

Aug 26, 2022

Nettie Kaye Jenkins, 75, of Greenville, KY, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Maple Manor Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born on December 3, 1946, in Madisonville, KY to the late Nettie Mae Green Jenkins and Bill Jenkins. Kaye was a member of First Baptist Church where she was a member of the Yates...

Michael Clark

Michael Clark

Aug 25, 2022

Michael Clark, 68, of Manitou, KY passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on October 27, 1953, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Mabel Qualls Clark and Morris Clark, Sr. He was a proud United States Army veteran. He retired after forty-four years from Atmos Energy. He loved...

Curtis Ray Melton

Curtis Ray Melton

Aug 24, 2022

Reverend Curtis Melton, 92, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at home.

He was born on December 4, 1929, in Shady Grove, KY, to the late Margaret Jane Travis Melton and Edward Lee Melton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Katherine "Sue" Joyner Melton;...

Rose Marie Crane

Rose Marie Crane

Aug 23, 2022

Rose Marie Crane, 79, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at her home.

She was born on November 14, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to the late Evelyn Brandon McMahon and Joseph Romero. She retired as an inspector from Plasticfilms in Illinois. She was an avid lover of horses, loved boating, traveling and spending...

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