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.
Elmer Joseph Lee
Jun 8, 2019
Elmer Joseph Lee, 81, of Sebree, KY left this world on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville after a lengthy illness.
He was born on July 26, 1937 in White City, KY to the late Ella Mae Dillender Lee and Shelby Lee. Elmer was formerly employed with Birmingham Bolt and with the Kentucky State Department....
Herb Cox
Jun 1, 2019
Herbert J. "Herb" Cox, 76, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at his home.
He was born on June 5, 1942 in Madisonville to Lona Frances Kirkwood and the late Herbert Lee Cox. Herb retired from General Electric and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was...
Brenda Ann Shelton
May 31, 2019
Brenda Ann Shelton, 67, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on October 16, 1951 in Madisonville to the late Alma and O.V. Gipson.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her two sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Roy...
Billy Jay Nevitt
May 30, 2019
Billy Jay Nevitt, 54, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at his home.
He was born on February 13, 1965 in Madisonville to the late Elizabeth "Liz" Nevitt and Billy Jr. Nevitt. He was formerly employed with Patriot Coal Company and was owner and operator of North Side Car Wash. Billy was a...
Lou Welborn
May 27, 2019
Flora Lou "Woo Woo" Welborn, 81, of Earlington, KY, passed away peacefully in her beloved home at Oakmoor on Monday, May 27th, 2019. She was born on August 19, 1937 in Madisonville to the late Hazel McElroy and Lawrence John "L.J." McElroy. Lou started her career life working in the lab at Hopkins County Hospital. She also worked at Pyro...
Billy Gene Prince
May 23, 2019
Billy Gene Prince, 83, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on April 8, 1936 in Mortons Gap, KY to the late Lena Jane and Oswald Prince. Bill was a United States Navy Veteran and was employed with L&N Railroad. He loved his church family at Park...
James E. Quillen, Sr.
May 23, 2019
James E. "Buck"Quillen, Sr., 70, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Kindred Hospital in Louisville, KY.
He was born on March 24, 1949 in Gary, IN to the late, Lee Omia Quillen and Lon James Quillen. Buck was a self employed construction worker and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed the...
Martha Sue Holmes
May 20, 2019
Martha Sue Holmes, 78, of White Plains, KY passed away on Monday, May 20, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on June 2, 1940 in Canisteo, NY to the late Martha and Raymond McChesney. Martha enjoyed china painting, gardening and bird watching. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her parents...
Mary Cardwell
May 19, 2019
Mary Cunningham James Cardwell, 87, of Manitou, KY passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehab in Madisonville.
She was born on July 20, 1931 in Madisonville to the late Allie and Lanerlene Cunningham. Mary was a member of Salem Primitive Baptist Church in Madisonville. She loved working in the yard tending...
Scott Minton
May 13, 2019
Scott Minton, 37, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on July 23, 1981 in Madisonville, KY to Carolyn Minton and the late, Edward "Buddy" Minton. Scott was a self-employed construction worker. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Survivors include his mother,...
Jean Merrell
May 11, 2019
Eloyse Jean Merrell, 86, of Madisonville, Ky passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at her home.
She was born on January 13, 1933 in Madisonville to the late Modest and Roy Smith. Jean worked for the Hopkins County Schools, teaching at Waddill Avenue Elementary, then was a reading specialist/chapter 1 reading teacher at Dalton and West...
Stella Ashby
May 10, 2019
Stella Cartwright Ashby, 82, of Hanson, KY passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
She was born on September 12, 1936, in Belton, KY to the late Martha and Claude Cartwright. Stella retired from the Hopkins County Board of Education as a Bus Driver and was a member of Providence Rural United Methodist...
Charles Beal
May 9, 2019
Charles Beal, 87, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Owensboro, KY.
He was born on August 18, 1931 in Nebo, KY to the late Vollie V. Beal and Susie Bruce Beal. Charles was a United States Marine Corps Veteran. He retired after thirty-four years with CSX Railroad...
Randy Marshall Bowles
May 8, 2019
Randy Marshall Bowles, 79, of Hanson, KY passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Baptist Health Madisonville.
He was born on December 9, 1939 in Madisonville, KY to the late Alma Roberts Bowles and Jessie Bowles. Randy was a self employed carpenter and enjoyed whittling wood, collecting arrowheads and playing the guitar.
In addition...
Marie Johnston
May 6, 2019
Marie Cunningham Johnston, 85, of Owensboro passed away, Monday, May 6, 2019 in Madisonville under the care of Baptist Health. She was born on January 23, 1934 in Madisonville KY to the late Lanerlene Cunningham and Allie Cunningham. Marie grew up as a member of Salem Primitive Baptist Church of Madisonville and later moved her membership to Owensboro Christian...
Shirley Faye Wells
May 1, 2019
Shirley Faye Tipton Wells, 87, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Brighton Cornerstone Healthcare in Madisonville.
She was born on July 20, 1931 in Madisonville to the late Margaret Shelton Tipton and William Trapnell. Shirley was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. She truly enjoyed nature, she loved animals,...
Roger Dale Talley
Apr 30, 2019
Roger Dale Talley, 71, of Mt. Juliet, TN formerly of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at his home.
He was born on February 1, 1948 in Madisonville, KY to the late Ralph Edward Talley and Mary Catherine Nash Talley. Roger was a United States Air Force Veteran and was retired from AT&T. He...
John Gilliam
Apr 26, 2019
John Gilliam, 77, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019 at his home.
He was born on January 24, 1942 in Chandler, KY to the late Pearl Porter Gilliam and Melvin Gilliam. John retired after forty years from CSX Railroad. He enjoyed gardening and was of the Methodist faith.
In addition to...
Larry Eugene Hart
Apr 26, 2019
Larry Eugene Hart, 73, of Nebo, KY, passed away at his home on Friday, April 26, 2019.
He was born on April 17, 1946 in Nebo to the late Jesse and Durward Hart. Larry will be remembered for his love of God and willingness to spread the Gospel, his generosity, goofy sense of humor, and his love...
Addie Marie Garst
Apr 26, 2019
Addie Marie Coffman Garst, 91, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019 at Madisonville Health and Rehab.
She was born on March 14, 1928 in Sacramento, KY to the late Gladys Coffman and Daniel Ray Coffman. Addie was a 1946 graduate of Sacramento High School and was a graduate of Hellems School of Beauty...
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