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 County, State's history and identity.

Shannon Virge

Shannon Virge

Apr 25, 2026

Shannon Allen Virge, 46, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at her home.

She was born on January 21, 1980, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Katherine Denise Lee Allen and James Edward Allen. Shannon enjoyed watching television, TikTok videos, and sewing.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Renae Huck

Renae Huck

Apr 24, 2026

Claudia Renae Scott Huck, 62, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at her home.

She was born on August 2, 1963, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Helen Lois Newton Scott and Elson Emery Scott. She was formerly employed by Carhartt, Joseph Eddie Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Center, Walmart, and Berry Plastics. She...

Grover Cleveland Travis

Grover Cleveland Travis

Apr 23, 2026

Grover Cleveland Travis, 91, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN.

He was born on May 26, 1934, in Hanson, KY, to the late Nezzie Cooper Travis and Rev. Clarence "C.E." Travis. Grover retired from Peabody Coal Company. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time at the lake....

Sherry Fireline

Sherry Fireline

Apr 20, 2026

Sherry Fireline, 64, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2026, at her home.

She was born on December 10, 1961, to the late Judy Renfro Fireline and Delbert Fireline. Sherry was formerly employed with Farmers Bank. She will be remembered for her love of gardening. She found joy in nature and her personal faith....

Donna Wade

Donna Wade

Apr 18, 2026

Donna Markel Wade, 66, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

She was born on September 24, 1959, in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Ann Seay Hicks. She was formerly employed by Regions Bank. She enjoyed reading, crafting, and gardening. She loved her grandchildren and her greatest...

Bonnie Carnal

Bonnie Carnal

Apr 17, 2026

Bonnie Jean Barthel Carnal, 83,of Manitou, KY passed away at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN on Friday,  April 17, 2026.

She was born on March 18, 1943, in Torrington, WY to the late Ethel Eileen Sutton Barthel and Julius Lewis Barthel. She was a homemaker and also had a career with the Army & Air Force...

Ricky Maturo

Ricky Maturo

Apr 17, 2026

Ricky Allen Maturo, 75, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville after a long illness.

He was born on December 23, 1950, to the late Lillian "Lilly" Mitchell Maturo and Lawrence Maturo. Ricky was a proud United States Army Veteran. He was a lifelong carnival concessions owner. He...

Ricky Neptune

Ricky Neptune

Apr 16, 2026

Ricky Joe Neptune, of Madisonville, KY, formerly of Bremen, KY, was born on April 21, 1961, to the late Freda Mae Stewart (née Bruce) and Franklin Delbert Neptune.

After a quick but courageous battle with cancer beginning in August 2025, Ricky passed away peacefully on April 16th, 2026, surrounded by his family.

In addition to...

William Whitney Curtis Ⅲ

William Whitney Curtis Ⅲ

Apr 15, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Whitney Curtis III, 85, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Despite his long battle with heart disease and COPD, Whitney's unwavering sense of humor remained intact until the end. He had a remarkable ability to bring laughter to...

Jim Weaver

Jim Weaver

Apr 12, 2026

James "Jim" Lacy Weaver, 65, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on June 2, 1960, in Chicago, IL to the late Lena Raye Penrod Weaver and James Audrey Weaver. Jim formerly worked as a welder at Fabrication Laboratories. He attended Concord General Baptist Church...

Danny Lee Lutz

Danny Lee Lutz

Apr 12, 2026

Danny Lee Lutz, 76, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on September 19, 1949, in Hanson, KY, to the late Ollie Sue Myers Lutz and LaFayette Hefner Lutz. He was formerly employed as a salesperson for Terminix Pest Control. He enjoyed fishing and was...

Harold Edward Presley

Harold Edward Presley

Mar 31, 2026

Harold Edward Presley, 72, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on November 22, 1953, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Flora Mae Fredrick Wade and Andrew Jackson Presley. He was a self-employed handyman. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends....

Scott Tomblingson

Scott Tomblingson

Mar 31, 2026

Troy Scott Tomblingson, 65, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the Jewish Hospital in Louisville, KY.

He was born on May 31, 1960, in Hazel Park, MI, to Norma Lantaff Stone and the late Daris Tomblingson. He retired from the City of Madisonville where he worked as the Assistant Superintendent for the...

Dale Lynn Smith

Dale Lynn Smith

Mar 31, 2026

Dale Lynn Smith, 68, of Sebree, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at his home.

He was born on September 27, 1957, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Edna Alice Sisk Smith and Clarence U. Smith. He retired from Goodyear and was also recently employed by the Hopkins County Board of Education as a custodian....

Josephine Faver

Josephine Faver

Mar 30, 2026

Josephine Massey Faver, 88, of Nortonville, KY, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

She was born on April 2, 1937, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Katherine Adams Massey and Lawrence Massey. She loved flowers. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Josephine was a  member of...

Tammy Newsam

Tammy Newsam

Mar 27, 2026

Tamara "Tammy" Fallin Newsam, 60, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at her home.

She was born on June 9, 1965, in Evansville, IN, to the late Patricia Oglesby Fallin and Jerry Wayne Fallin. She was an LPN for Hillside Center and many other nursing homes. She loved shopping and collecting handbags. Her...

David Earl Hancock, Sr.

David Earl Hancock, Sr.

Mar 26, 2026

David Earl Hancock, Sr., 74, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on March 4, 1952, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Nannie Bell Corbitt Hancock and Fletcher Leroy Hancock. He was formerly employed with the City of Madisonville and worked in the Wastewater Department....

Roger Hector Hewlett

Roger Hector Hewlett

Mar 25, 2026

Roger Hector Hewlett, 93, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Joseph Eddie Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Center in Hanson, KY.

He was born on October 3, 1932, in Hanson, KY, to the late Vera Crowley Hewlett and Thomas "T.D." Dewitt Hewlett. He was a proud veteran during the Korean conflict of...

Billy Wayne Wells Sr.

Billy Wayne Wells Sr.

Mar 24, 2026

Billy Wayne Wells, Sr., 76, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at his home.

He was born on April 6, 1949 in Henderson, KY.  He was formerly employed at Tyson Foods. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and working on cars.

He was preceded in death by his son, Billy Wayne Wells, Jr.;...

Alice Smith

Alice Smith

Mar 19, 2026

Alice Morrison Smith, 84, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her son's home.

She was born on August 23, 1941, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Hazel Holeman Morrison and John Morrison. She was formerly employed by the Hopkins County Department of Human Resources. She was a member of the Branson Band...

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