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.
Gerry Craft
Aug 13, 2020
Geraldine (Gerry) Craft, born on July 21, 1929 in Badger, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family (near and far) on August 13, 2020 in Georgetown, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her loving husband James Thomas (Tommy) Craft Sr. and parents Glen and Alice Kleckner.
She is survived by her son, Tommy Craft...
Robert Roland
Aug 10, 2020
Sergeant First Class Robert N. Roland passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2020, at the age of 86 at Baptist Health Madisonville. Roland is a retired United States Army Veteran that fought in the Vietnam and Korean wars, then became a truck driver for eleven years. Roland is survived by his wife of forty-one years, Dorthy J. Roland; and...
Charlie Robinson
Aug 9, 2020
Charles "Charlie" Robinson, 64, of Hopkinsville, KY passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on April 24, 1956 in Madisonville to the late Claudia Carmella Arnold Robinson. Charlie worked for eleven years at Ben Tire Distributors and worked in construction as a painter and a certified welder. He enjoyed watching...
"Jr" Sample
Aug 8, 2020
United States Navy Veteran Madison Wayne "JR" Sample, 60, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on May 6, 1960 to the late Nancy Slaton whom was his biological mother and Bobbie "Speedy" Sample. JR was a welder with Joe Leasure & Son and was very devoted...
Donnie Ray Taylor
Aug 8, 2020
Donnie Ray Taylor, 70, of Sebree, KY passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN.
He was born on November 12, 1949 in Madisonville, KY to the late Ruth Hayden Tompkins Taylor and Jay Harvey Taylor. Donnie was a former coal miner at Warrior Coal and was employed with William Evans...
Nancy White
Aug 8, 2020
Nancy White, 79, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at her home.
She was born on April 10, 1941 in Madisonville to the late Rosa Leona Pleasant Davis and Bracie Owen Davis. Nancy was formerly employed with Western Kentucky Hospital Services in Madisonville. Nancy enjoyed shopping, loved going to church services and was...
Phyllis Pressley
Aug 7, 2020
Phyllis Pressley, 79, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on December 23, 1940 in Madisonville to the late Nellie Burden Fugate and Ward Fugate. Phyllis enjoyed watching the Game Show Network and she enjoyed cooking, her family and friends loved to gather to enjoy her meals....
Betty Lou Oldham
Aug 6, 2020
Betty Lou Oldham, 75, of Madisonville, KY went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at Brighton Cornerstone Healthcare in Madisonville.
She was born on April 24, 1945 in Madisonville to the late James Floyd and Thelma Hatler Oldham. She was of the Baptist faith. Betty worked for many years at the Muhlenberg...
Kathy Johnson
Aug 3, 2020
Kathy "Bone" Bourland Johnson, 63, of Dawson Springs, KY passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020 at her home.
She was born on November 13, 1956 in Madisonville, KY to the late Annie Pearl Vannoy Bourland and James Herald Bourland. Kathy was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed karaoke, bingo, dancing and spending time with her friends...
Kathy Mae Oliver
Aug 2, 2020
Kathy Mae Cavanaugh Oliver, 66, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Madisonville Health and Rehabilitation in Madisonville.
She was born on May 24, 1954 in Madisonville to the late Edna Jennings Cavanaugh and Henry Cavanaugh. Kathy was formerly a General Manager at Hardees and was a member of Park Avenue Baptist Church...
Blanche Beverly Poole
Jul 30, 2020
Blanche Beverly (Brooks) Poole, 97 of Slaughters, KY passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at home with her loving family.
She was born on October 16, 1922 in Webster County, KY to the late Roland and Claudie (Williams) Brooks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Poole, former Webster County Sheriff. She...
Bret Marshall Southerland
Jul 25, 2020
Bret Marshall Southerland, 61, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at his home.
He was born on August 9, 1958 in Henderson, KY to Kenneth Southerland and the late, Frances Gayenell West. Bret was a self employed tiler. He was an avid University of Kentucky fan. He loved his family and friends, and...
Mary Leeshae Cummings
Jul 18, 2020
Baby Mary Leeshae Cummings of Mannington, KY passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was preceded in death by her great-grandmothers, Shirley Latham and Mary Kay Cummings; and her great-uncle, Phillip Tyson.
Survivors include her mother, Heather Cummings; grandparents, Tanya and Ronald Cummings of Mannington; great-grandparents, Kenneth Clark of Manitou,...
Mark Speigel
Jul 17, 2020
Mark Speigel, 61, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020 at his home.
He was born on February 19, 1959 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Norma Jean Nash Walker and Shirley Gene Speigel. Mark was employed with Tyson Foods. He was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed playing drums, music and fishing.
...Jerry Emon Dame
Jul 15, 2020
Jerry Emon Dame, 74, of Manitou, KY passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on June 7, 1946 in Manitou to the late Catherine Clark Dame and Emon Sidney Dame. Jerry worked in maintenance for Kroger in Madisonville, Houchens Industries and was owner and operator of Merrell Refrigeration. He was...
Betty Whisenant
Jul 13, 2020
Betty Gamble Whisenant, 76, of Manitou, KY passed away on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Clark Memorial Health in Jeffersonville, IN.
She was born on August 12, 1943 in Crofton, KY to the late Flora Payton Gamble and George Gamble. Betty was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed writing poetry, flower gardening, watching TV and her favorite...
Drew Armey
Jul 12, 2020
Andrew "Drew" Armey, 35, of Nortonville, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY.
He was born on November 19, 1984 in Columbus, OH to the late Sandra Tauber Armey and Robert Armey. Drew was a self employed painter and was of the Christian faith. He enjoyed fishing and gardening....
Katrina Diane Mullins
Jul 8, 2020
Katrina Diane Duncan Mullins, 38, of Hanson, KY passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020.
She was born on December 28, 1981 in Madisonville. She enjoyed painting, crafting and making wreaths. Katrina was a member of Hanson Baptist Church.
Survivors include her mother and father, Charlotte and Alan Duncan of Hanson; husband, Anthony Mullins of...
Debra Harris
Jul 7, 2020
Debra Summers Harris, 65, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on April 12, 1955 in Madisonville to the late Ella Mae Cook Summers and Lorenzo Summers. Debra owned and operated a cleaning business and did wood working in her spare time. She enjoyed getting a manicure,...
Mary Geraldine Alexander
Jul 5, 2020
Mary Geraldine "Geri" Alexander, 94, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on March 28, 1926 in Nebo, KY to the late Mary Maggie Jones and James Wesley Jones. Geri was a member of First Baptist Church in Madisonville. She enjoyed crocheting and working in her flower...
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