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.

Kathryn Burditt

Kathryn Burditt

Mar 11, 2021

Mary Kathryn "Kat" Marsh Burditt, 84, of Madisonville, KY went home to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation with her family and caregivers by her side.

She was born on October 10, 1936 in White Plains, KY to the late Onie Stanley Marsh and Raymond...

Dennis Harrison Crowe

Dennis Harrison Crowe

Mar 10, 2021

Dennis "Denny" Harrison Crowe, 72, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at his home.

He was born on March 27, 1948 in Canton, OH to the late Mildred Jean Patterson Crowe and Harrison Jouette Crowe. Denny was a United States Navy Veteran. He formerly worked as a face boss at Peabody Coal Company...

Joan Klompus

Joan Klompus

Mar 9, 2021

Joan Klompus, 83, departed from a beautiful life of loving and caring for others. She passed peacefully at home among family due to complications of a series of cerebrovascular events.

Joan was born in Philadelphia, Pa., in 1936 to Rose and Robert Roland. She accomplished her childhood dreams as a nurse and mother. She studied nursing at...

Elease Kinney

Elease Kinney

Mar 9, 2021

Elease Betar Kinney, 56, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation.

She was born on May 1, 1964 in Madisonville to the late Alleen Cunningham Betar and Elias Betar. Elease worked at Carhart. She was of the Pentecostal faith.

In addition to her parents she was preceded...

Mike Rickard

Mike Rickard

Mar 9, 2021

Mike Rickard, 65, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

He was born on June 1, 1955 in Hopkinsville, KY to the late Evelyn West Harris and Arthur Rickard. Mike was a United States Army Veteran and was a self employed carpenter. He was a member of Covenant Community Church...

Dorothy "Dottie" Foster

Dorothy "Dottie" Foster

Mar 8, 2021

Dorothy "Dottie" Foster, 73, of Hanson, KY passed away on Monday, March 8, 2021 at her home.

She was born on December 10, 1947 in Earlington, KY to the late Mervene Minton and Simpson Barber. Dottie was an assistant manager at McDonalds. She enjoyed quilting, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to...

Greg Allen Spivey

Greg Allen Spivey

Mar 6, 2021

Gregory Allen Spivey, 60, of Manitou, KY passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at his home.

He was born on April 25, 1960 in Hamilton, OH to Clayton Spivey and the late Janet Spivey. Greg retired from the maintenance department at GE in Madisonville and was of the Christian faith. He enjoyed fishing, writing music, and...

David Ray Ruiz

David Ray Ruiz

Mar 5, 2021

David Ray Ruiz, 25, of Madisonville, KY passed away at his home on Friday, March 5, 2021.

He was a Husband, father, brother, son, cousin, friend, gamer and candy lover. David was known as "Poppa Bear" to his family or "Rolo" from coworkers or "daddy" by Ethan. He was born on October 27, 1995 in Houston, TX....

James Clay Matthews

James Clay Matthews

Mar 4, 2021

James "Tater" Clay Matthews, 93, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY.

He was born on November 1, 1927 in Madisonville to the late Clara Arnold Matthews and Albert Omer Matthews. James was a United States Army Korean War Veteran and he attended First United Methodist Church...

Tamela Jean Cunningham

Tamela Jean Cunningham

Mar 4, 2021

Tamela Jean Cunningham, 57, of Madisonville, KY passed away suddenly on March 4, 2021, at Baptist Health Madisonville.

Tamela came into this world on September 5, 1963. She was the second child of the late Talmadge and Patricia (Clark) Cunningham Cope. Tamela was employed by General Electric, the Salvation Army, Country Cupboard, and Hucks.

In...

Michael Legrand

Michael Legrand

Mar 3, 2021

Michael LeGrand, 74, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born on September 27, 1946 in Madisonville to the late Margaret Rudd LeGrand and Leslie James LeGrand. Michael formerly worked for the Zales Company and was of the Christian faith. He loved all sports and enjoyed golfing and Nascar....

Alan Todd

Alan Todd

Mar 3, 2021

Alan Todd, 61, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born on August 4, 1959 in Madisonville to the late Mary Helen Jackson Todd and Jessie Lee Todd. Alan was a drug counselor for the Pennyrile Youth Recovery Center. In his free time he enjoyed spending it with his...

Deborah Ann Mannahan

Deborah Ann Mannahan

Mar 3, 2021

Deborah Ann Adams Mannahan, 64, of St. Charles, KY passed away on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at her home.

She was born on January 27, 1957 in Madisonville to the late Laura Mae Burns Adams and Everett Adams. Deborah loved her church and her church family at Covenant Community Church in Madisonville, where she was a member....

Amanda Fluellen

Amanda Fluellen

Mar 1, 2021

Amanda Fluellen, 35, of Providence, KY passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville, IN.

She was born on December 30, 1985 in Madisonville, KY to Tammy and James Lamb. Amanda was a member of Concord General Baptist Church in Manitou. She enjoyed painting and drawing.

Survivors include her mother and...

John Michael Noffsinger

John Michael Noffsinger

Mar 1, 2021

John Michael Noffsinger, 45, of Nebo, KY formerly of Central City, KY passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at his home.

He was born on May 30, 1975 in Central City to Shirley Noffsinger and the late Donald Noffsinger. John Spent his days taking care of his children, cooking and everyday housework. He enjoyed older music...

Lottie Iona Francis

Lottie Iona Francis

Feb 27, 2021

Lottie Iona Stone Francis, 98, of Slaughters, KY passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

She was born on July 3, 1922 in Crittenden County, KY to the late Andrew and Roxie Stone. Lottie retired from General Electric and was a member of Mt. Gilead Church. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with...

Kirk Ratliff

Kirk Ratliff

Feb 25, 2021

Lucian "Kirk" Ratliff, 78, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at his home.

He was born on January 6, 1943 in Henderson, KY to the late Jessie B. Todd Ratliff and Luchin Ratliff. Kirk was formerly a coal miner with Peabody Mines and Sinclair Mines. He was a member of Pritchett's Chapel. Kirk...

Doris Cartwright

Doris Cartwright

Feb 24, 2021

Doris Thomas Cartwright, 89, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at her home.

She was born on July 20, 1931 in Earlington, KY to the late Rose Martin Thomas and Rufus Thomas. Doris was formerly a manager the Kwik Pic and was a member of Grapevine Baptist Church in Madisonville. She enjoyed quilting...

Angie Davis

Angie Davis

Feb 22, 2021

Angie McCarty Davis, 54, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Sky Rehabilitation in Bowling Green, KY.

She was born on August 23, 1966 in Madisonville to the late Rita Kay Cunningham McKinsey and James McCarty. Angie was a nurse aide at Henderson Methodist Home Care in Henderson, KY. She was of the...

Kevin Flaherty

Kevin Flaherty

Feb 20, 2021

Kevin Flaherty, 63, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Baptist Health Madisonville.

He was born on July 15, 1957 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Delilah Keller Flaherty and William Richard Flaherty. Kevin was a United States Navy Veteran and was a self employed salesman. He enjoyed volunteering with Alcoholics Anonymous,...

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