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.

Darin Scott Daves

Darin Scott Daves

Jun 7, 2021

Darin Scott Daves, 49, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021.

He was born on May 24, 1972 in Madisonville to Daniel and Dorothy Daves. Darin worked at Ahlstrom in Madisonville and was a member of Victory Church. He was a devoted husband, father, and son. Darin enjoyed playing golf, baseball and spending time...

Gary Lee Willyerd

Gary Lee Willyerd

Jun 7, 2021

Gary Lee Willyerd, 72, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021 at Owensboro Health in Owensboro, KY.

He was born on October 23, 1948 in Anna, IL to the late Mary Sadler Kluepfel and George Willyerd. Gary worked for Integrated Energy Technologies as an ultrasound technician in Evansville, IN and worked at Arvin and...

Sue Ann Huggins

Sue Ann Huggins

Jun 6, 2021

Sue Ann Huggins, 80, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at her home.

She was born on March 3, 1941 in Manitou, KY to the late Hazel Ferguson Buchanan and Morton Buchanan. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Madisonville. Sue enjoyed being with her family, her grandchildren and her...

Keith Williams

Keith Williams

Jun 5, 2021

Walter Keith "Bear" Williams, 59, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at his home.

He was born on March 24, 1962 in Salem, IL to the late Chloris Vernell Williams and Adra L. Echols Williams. Keith worked at Cavanaugh Pools in Madisonville. He enjoyed fishing and watching the Chicago Bears and the St....

James Charles Barr

James Charles Barr

Jun 3, 2021

James Charles Barr, 92, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Hillside Center in Madisonville.

He was born on May 10, 1929 in Detroit, MI to the late Corlee Branson Barr and Elmer Barr. James retired as a journeyman mechanic from General Motor Company. He was a Kentucky Colonel and was a member...

Paul Rose

Paul Rose

Jun 2, 2021

Paul Rose, 76, of Madisonville, KY passed away on June 2, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

He was born on October 18, 1944 in Middlesboro, KY to the late Gertrude Lynch Rose and James Paul Rose, Sr. He was an insurance agent at Kentucky Farm Bureau and was a deacon at Liberty Baptist Church in Madisonville, where...

Yvonne Gibson

Yvonne Gibson

May 30, 2021

Catherine Yvonne Gibson, 75, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021 at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehabilitation.

She was born on December 17, 1945 in Madisonville to Cannie Marie Summers Hook and the late Ollie F. Hook. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

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Charles W. Wells

Charles W. Wells

May 27, 2021

Charles W. Wells, 83, of Slaughters, KY passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at his home.

He was born on July 28, 1937 in St. Charles, KY to the late Leona Knight Wells and Odie Wells. Charles was formerly a coal miner and owner and operator of Wells Gas Station. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing and loved...

Timothy Brady, Jr.

Timothy Brady, Jr.

May 25, 2021

Timothy "Tim" Brady, Jr., 50, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN.

He was born on July 25, 1970 in Saint Joseph, MO to Deloris Critser Brady and the late Timothy Brady, Sr. Tim worked at Bartholomew's in Madisonville for over fifteen years before branching out to...

Eugene Brown Townsend

Eugene Brown Townsend

May 24, 2021

Eugene "Gene" Brown Townsend, 94, passed away at Baptist Health Madisonville on Monday, May 24, 2021.

He was born on June 8, 1926 in Poseyville, IN to the late Anna Brown Townsend and Roscoe C. Townsend. Gene attended the University of Evansville. He served as a WWII navy signalman and data programmer when computers were the size...

Barbara Williams

Barbara Williams

May 24, 2021

Barbara Hopper Williams, 84, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021 at her home.

She was born on July 7, 1936 in Madisonville to the late Carrie D. Crick Thomason and Gayno Hopper, Sr. Barbara was formerly employed with the US Social Security Administration and was a member of First Baptist Church in Madisonville...

Barry Mcgaw

Barry Mcgaw

May 24, 2021

Barret "Barry" Hambleton McGaw, 77, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on December 7, 1943 in Evansville, IN to the late Nathan Scott McGaw and Ann Worsham McGaw. Barry graduated from Madisonville  High School and graduated from Kentucky Wesleyan College where he was commander of...

William Miller, Jr.

William Miller, Jr.

May 24, 2021

William Donald Miller, Jr., 52, of Crofton, KY passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021 at Kindred Hospital in Louisville, KY.

He was born on November 5, 1968 to William Miller, Sr. and the late, Rebecca Ruth Camplin Carter. William was employed at B&M Carbide and was a member of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Bremen....

Allen Eugene Caraway

Allen Eugene Caraway

May 23, 2021

Allen Eugene Caraway, 73, of Eddyville, KY passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Rivers Bend Retirement Community in Kuttawa, KY.

He was born on December 6, 1947 in Madisonville, KY to the late Lillian Christine Gipson Caraway and Archie Kenneth Caraway. Allen was employed with the City of Madisonville working at Odd Fellows Cemetery. He...

Sandra Truitt

Sandra Truitt

May 22, 2021

Sandra Huddleston Truitt, 65, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

She was born on July 19, 1955 in Madisonville to the late Francis Hunt Huddleston and Chester Huddleston. Sandra was a member of the Greater Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Madisonville. She enjoyed puzzles and loved spending time with her...

Norman Russell

Norman Russell

May 20, 2021

Norman Russell, 86, of Providence, KY passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at his home.

He was born on May 5, 1935 in Ilsley, KY to the late Ola Elizabeth Beshear Kirvis and George W. Russell. Norman was a United States Army Veteran and was a member of the American Legion. He was an electrician and...

Rowena Ladd

Rowena Ladd

May 18, 2021

Rowena Ladd, 84, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Creekside Assisted Living in Murfreesboro.

She was born on January 28, 1937 in Nortonville, KY to the late Alma Lee Pendley and Gilbert Pendley. Rowena was of the Christian faith and enjoyed quilting, needlepointing, and traveling.

In addition to her parents...

Will Nash Carson

Will Nash Carson

May 16, 2021

Will Nash Carson, 83, of Manitou, KY passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at his home. He is now residing in Heaven with the Lord.

He was raised in Gulfport, Mississippi, the youngest of four children of Searle and Eunice Carson. Will graduated from Gulfport high school in 1955. He received his bachelors degree in sociology...

Debbie Plain

Debbie Plain

May 14, 2021

Deborah "Debbie" Plain, 69, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

She was born on March 19, 1952 in Madisonville to the late Sarah Todd Scott and Robert "Bob" Farmer. Debbie was a beautician at Snooty Fox for many years, she enjoyed her work and making many friends along the...

Raymond P. Neisz, Jr.

Raymond P. Neisz, Jr.

May 9, 2021

Raymond P. Neisz, Jr, 41, of Princeton, KY passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021.

He was born on September 26, 1979 in Madisonville, KY to Marilyn Neisz and the late Raymond P. Neisz, Sr. Raymond was formerly a self employed carpenter and was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family,...

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