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.

Charles Phillip Babb

Charles Phillip Babb

Nov 26, 2017

Charles Phillip Babb, 76, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on February 12, 1941 in Madisonville to the late Mary C. Babb and William "Bill" M. Babb. Charles was a United States Navy Veteran and attended the Naval Academy. He was formerly a counselor with the Earl C. Clements...

George W. Siria

George W. Siria

Nov 26, 2017

George W. Siria, 89, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on July 13, 1928 in Madisonville to the late Alice Elizabeth Siria and George W. Siria. George was a United States Korean War Army Veteran and was formerly a Federal Coal Mine Inspector with the Federal Department of Labor....

Jeffrey Ray Beecham

Jeffrey Ray Beecham

Nov 25, 2017

Jeffrey Ray Beecham, 52, of Dawson Springs, KY passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at his home. He was born on December 14, 1964 in Princeton, KY to Harold Ray Beecham and the late Sue Ann Ausenbaugh Beecham. Jeffrey was employed at All Source and in his spare time loved riding his Harley. He loved the outdoors and liked...

Bettye Jean Herald

Bettye Jean Herald

Nov 22, 2017

Bettye Jean Herald, 74, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on September 12, 1943 in Madisonville to the late, Iley Mae Herald and William Baker Herald. Bettye was formerly employed at Watkins Rest Home. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sisters, Janet Gayle...

Odelia Offutt

Odelia Offutt

Nov 19, 2017

Odelia Offutt, 87, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehabilitation Center in Madisonville. She was born on January 24, 1930 in Madisonville to the late Lorene and Jessie Skaggs. Odelia liked crocheting, crossword puzzles and was a member of the Eastern Star. She loved pets and would like any contributions to...

David "Sisco" Matthew Sisk

David "Sisco" Matthew Sisk

Nov 13, 2017

David "Sisco" Matthew Sisk, 60, died after a brief illness at Baptist Health Madisonville on Monday, November 13, 2017. He was born on January 1, 1957 in Madisonville to the late Catherine Lacy Sisk and James Davis Sisk. David was a musician, loved playing his guitar and was a long time resident of Jacksonville, FL. Survivors include his fiance', Lisa...

Joseph "J.B." Burl Black

Joseph "J.B." Burl Black

Nov 10, 2017

Joseph "J.B." Burl Black, 71, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, November 10, 2017 at his home. He was born on September 15, 1946 in Clinton, OK to the late, Erma and Gilbert Black. Joseph was a United States Navy Vietnam Veteran and was formerly a coal miner at Pyro Coal Company. He was a member of the American...

Charles Raymond Rickard

Charles Raymond Rickard

Nov 8, 2017

Charles Raymond Rickard, 83, of Hanson, KY passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1953-1957. He was very patriotic, he loved his country, and he never missed the Veterans's Day Parade. So how appropriate to honor his memory this Saturday, which is Veteran's Day. In 1957,...

James "Ice Cream Man" Curtis Garrison

James "Ice Cream Man" Curtis Garrison

Nov 7, 2017

James "Ice Cream Man" Curtis Garrison, 54, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on December 13, 1962 in Harrisburg, IL to the late Lillian Joyce Garrison and James Arthur Garrison. This morning the world is a little darker. James was loved by so many from the oldest to the...

Christopher Gregory Matheny

Christopher Gregory Matheny

Nov 2, 2017

Christopher Gregory Matheny, 31, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on August 13, 1986 to Nancy Boyer and Ron Matheny. Christopher attended the Pasadena City College of Culinary Arts in California and later became a chef on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. He loved cooking and music. He was...

Donald Wayne Hatler

Donald Wayne Hatler

Nov 1, 2017

Donald Wayne Hatler, 81, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY. He was born on September 29, 1936 in Madisonville to the late Martha Helen Hatler and Ernest Hatler. Donald was very active in sports during his school years. He ran track, played baseball, basketball and football and lettered in...

Ernestine Nevitt

Ernestine Nevitt

Oct 31, 2017

Ernestine "Love" Nevitt of Madisonville, KY. This Christian Lady ran her race, finished her course, and said "goodbye" to those she loved and cherished. Eighty-six years she lived upon this earth, and she birthed four children, Joni Nevitt of Burlington, KY, Barry Craig Nevitt of Harrisburg, IL, Reginald DeWayne Nevitt (Tammy) of Flint, MI and Sharon Lee Nevitt whom passed...

Janet Marie Rawlins

Janet Marie Rawlins

Oct 26, 2017

Janet Marie Rawlins, 66, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on October 5, 1951 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Loretta and George Bouzek. Janet attended New Life Christian Worship and loved spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her...

Jean Ramsey

Jean Ramsey

Oct 10, 2017

Jean Ramsey, 90, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at NHC Healthcare Madisonville with her family by her side. She was born on October 6, 1927 in Island, KY to the late Cloreen Campbell Case and Wade Shelby Case. Jean was a volunteer at Ridgewood Health and Rehabilitation Center in Madisonville where she was lovingly known...

Pamela Jean Minton

Pamela Jean Minton

Oct 3, 2017

Pamela Jean Minton, 67, of Earlington, KY passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at her home. She was born on December 29, 1949 in Madisonville to the late Lou Weir and Floyd Bell. Pamela retired from Tyson Foods and attended Abundant Grace Fellowship in Madisonville. She enjoyed watching football, fishing and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include...

Patsy Jean Allen

Patsy Jean Allen

Oct 1, 2017

Patsy Jean Allen, 73, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2017 at her home. She was born on November 11, 1943 in Oak Ridge, TN to the late Louvina and James E. Allen. Patsy formerly managed the Loft and was a waitress at South Main Cafe in Madisonville. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family....

Bruce Johnstone, Jr.

Bruce Johnstone, Jr.

Oct 1, 2017

Bruce Douglas Johnstone, Jr., 51, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his sister's home in Madisonville, KY, on October 1, 2017. He was born on December 9, 1965 in Newburyport, MA to Bruce Douglas Johnstone, Sr. and Eva Esther (Richard) Johnstone. Although born in Massachusetts, he, his sister, father, and mother all moved to Drakesboro,...

Sandra Kaye Lantrip

Sandra Kaye Lantrip

Sep 28, 2017

Sandra Kaye Lantrip, 70, of Madisonville, Ky passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on August 27, 1947 in Madisonville to the late Lennie and Strother Teague. Sandra enjoyed her dogs, traveling and loved spending time with her family. She was of the Christian faith. In addition to her parents she was preceded...

Dorothy Woodring

Dorothy Woodring

Sep 26, 2017

Dorothy June Woodring, 89, of Doniphan, MO, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Dorothy, daughter of the late Fields and Elizabeth (House) Blanchard, was born on September 16, 1928, in Hopkinsville, KY. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, cooking, working in her yard, tending her plants, gardening and...

Nancy Thorpe Waddle

Nancy Thorpe Waddle

Sep 25, 2017

Nancy Thorpe Waddle, 47, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, September 25, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on February 18, 1970 in Madisonville, KY to the late Ruth and R.L. Thorpe. Nancy was an advertising representative for WKTG in Madisonville and was a member of Olive Branch Missionary Baptist Church in Hanson, KY. She enjoyed singing,...

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