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.

Denzil "Dink" Alton Fireline

Denzil "Dink" Alton Fireline

Jul 2, 2017

Denzil Alton "Dink" Fireline, 80, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, July, 2, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on January 9, 1937 in Madisonville to the late Jewell and Teddy Fireline. Dink was a self-employed farmer. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson, Rodney Fireline; great-grandson, Jaxton Fryar; three brothers...

Calvidge Carroll Perry

Calvidge Carroll Perry

Jul 2, 2017

Calvidge Carroll Perry, 76, of Owensboro, KY passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on August 10, 1940 in Marshall, TX to the late Mable and Jack K. Perry. Calvidge was a United States Army Veteran and was a self employed contractor. He enjoyed riding bicycles, motorcycles, traveling and farming. In addition to...

Bonnie Savanna Whitmer

Bonnie Savanna Whitmer

Jun 30, 2017

Bonnie Savanna Whitmer, 89, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, June 30, 2017. She was born on September 10, 1927 in Providence, KY to the late Louanna and Leman Castile. Bonnie loved gospel music and attended the Greater Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Madisonville. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, William Whitmer; daughter,...

Arthur L. Ridley

Arthur L. Ridley

Jun 28, 2017

Arthur L. Ridley, 86, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehabilitation Center in Madisonville. He was born on August 19, 1930 in Madisonville to the late Magaline and Ford Ridley. Arthur was a federal mine inspector and was a member of the First Christian Church in Madisonville. In addition to his...

Colin Kelly Cline

Colin Kelly Cline

Jun 23, 2017

Colin Kelly Cline, 74, of Hanson, KY departed this world on Friday, June 23, 2017. He was born on January 22, 1943 in Baisden, WV to the late, Ethel and Joda Cline. Colin was a retired electrician in the coal mines. He was a husband, father, poppy, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time with family, hunting, fishing, camping,...

Harold Mcglothlin

Harold Mcglothlin

Jun 18, 2017

Harold McGlothlin, 79, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at his home. He was born on April 22, 1938 in Boonville, IN to the late, Ilene and Herbert McGlothlin. Harold was a member of Park Ave Avenue Baptist Church. He was formerly employed with CSX Railroad. Harold enjoyed doing yard work at the home he built...

Bill C. Lacefield

Bill C. Lacefield

Jun 18, 2017

Bill C. Lacefield, 66, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on June 10, 1951 in Central City, KY to the late Louise and Hollis Lacefield. Bill was formerly employed with Pyro Coal Mining and was owner of Lace Construction. He attended Praise Temple in Madisonville. He collected classic cars...

Michael "Mikey" Gordon

Michael "Mikey" Gordon

Jun 15, 2017

Michael "Mikey" Gordon, 58, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on July 4, 1958 in Chateauroux, France to Bob Gordon and the late Elsie Gordon. Mikey worked at Trace Industries in Madisonville. He enjoyed music, liked playing the drums and enjoyed writing letters to people. He had a smile...

Jennifer Marie Sanchez

Jennifer Marie Sanchez

Jun 15, 2017

Jennifer Marie Sanchez, 27, of Madisonville, KY passed away on June 15, 2017 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She was born on August 28, 1989 in Chicago, IL to Carolyn Todd and Amador Sanchez. Jennifer was full of life and full of love she lit up a room with her beauty, presence and her smile. She loved...

Frances Cole

Frances Cole

Jun 13, 2017

Frances Cole, 90, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on October 16, 1926 in Madisonville, KY to the late Rettie and Ollie Gamble. Frances was formerly employed with Greyhound Bus and was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Madisonville. She enjoyed playing bridge and loved spending time with...

Billy Joe Wiles

Billy Joe Wiles

Jun 6, 2017

Billy Joe Wiles, 75, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on May 28, 1942 in Madisonville to Bonnie Wiles and the late, John Thomas Wiles. Billy formerly worked at Island Creek Coal Company and was a firefighter for the City of Madisonville. He was a member of Madisonville Church...

Kimberly Bowles Abbott

Kimberly Bowles Abbott

Jun 4, 2017

Kimberly Bowles Abbott, 51, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at her home. She was born on February 8, 1966 in Madisonville, KY to Diannia Bowles and the late John F. Bowles. Kimberly enjoyed painting and loved spending time with her family. Survivors include her mother, Dianna "Sissy" Bowles of Madisonville; son, Chase Dame and wife,...

Belinda Sue Hust

Belinda Sue Hust

Jun 3, 2017

Belinda Sue Hust, 58, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on January 20, 1959 in Colorado Springs, CO to Richard Rees and the late Judy Rees. Belinda was formerly employed with Tyson Foods and she attended First Presbyterian Church in Madisonville. In addition to her mother she was preceded...

Lawrence Maturo

Lawrence Maturo

Jun 2, 2017

Lawrence Maturo, 87, of Dawson Springs, KY passed away on Friday, June 2, 2017 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was born on May 12, 1930 in Chicago, IL. He was a self employed farmer and he and Lilly were owners of the Great American Circus. They were considered pioneers of the Outdoor Amusement industry. In his spare time Lawrence enjoyed...

Infant Karter Dawnielle Faith Brinkley

Infant Karter Dawnielle Faith Brinkley

May 21, 2017

Infant Karter Dawnielle Faith Brinkley, 3 months, passed away at Baptist Health Madisonville. She was born on February 20, 2017 in Madisonville to Krystal Brinkley. Karter was preceded in death by her grandfather, Michael Brinkley; great-grandfather, Daniel Cox; and great-grandmother and great-grandfather, Joe and Jean Pickett. Survivors include her mother, Krystal Brinkley of Providence, KY; brothers, Malique Brinkley, Trevor Brinkley...

Fay E. Bailey

Fay E. Bailey

May 20, 2017

Fay E. Bailey, 81, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at her home. She was born on September 14, 1935 in Union City, TN to the late Susie Carrie McCollum and Alford Crews. Fay retired after forty-five years as an LPN and worked at NHC Healthcare Madisonville. She enjoyed camping, fishing, playing cards and Knitting. In...

Billy B. Matheny

Billy B. Matheny

May 15, 2017

Billy B. Matheny, 63, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Monday, May 15, 2017 at his home. He was born on February 19, 1954 in Madisonville to Stella Matheny and the late Bill Matheny. Billy was formerly employed with Goldenrod Dairy in Madisonville. He enjoyed fishing , watching football and watching UK Basketball. In addition to his father he was...

Billy Kittinger

Billy Kittinger

May 12, 2017

Billy Kittinger, 58, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Friday, May 12, 2017 at University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born on January 24, 1959 in Madisonville, KY to the late Rosie Clayton and Billy Joe Kittinger. Billy was formerly employed with Tyson Foods. He enjoyed woodworking, riding 4-wheelers, fishing and loved working with horses. In addition...

James H. Hubbard

James H. Hubbard

May 9, 2017

James H. Hubbard, 89, of Slaughters, KY passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at his home. He was born on March 25, 1928 in Slaughters, KY to the late Lorene and James Hubbard. James was a self-employed radio and television repairman and a farmer. He enjoyed his CB radio and riding motorcycles. Survivors include his wife of fifty-eight years,...

Cynthia "Cindy" Sisk Farris

Cynthia "Cindy" Sisk Farris

May 8, 2017

Cynthia "Cindy" Sisk Farris, 64, of Madisonville, KY went to be with the Lord, her dad and her beloved, Jeff on Monday, May 8, 2017 at her sister, Tonya's home in Madisonville. She was born on July 8, 1952 in Madisonville to Mary Lyon and the late, Jerry Lee Sisk. Cindy had a kind spirit and made those that knew...

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