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's history and identity.

Garland "Butch" Lance White

Garland "Butch" Lance White

Nov 9, 2026

Garland "Butch" Lance White, 63, of Earlington, KY, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehab in Madisonville, KY.

He was born on March 19, 1963, in Hopkinsville, KY, to the late Shelby Cathrine Wyatt White and Richard Lance White. He enjoyed playing music, especially the guitar and drums. He loved visiting Holler's in Earlington and...

Opal Rhea Weiss

Opal Rhea Weiss

Nov 8, 2026

Opal Rhea Cradic Weiss, 96, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehab in Madisonville, KY.

She was born on November 22, 1929, in Church Hill, TN, to the late Pellie Irene Scism Cradic and Herbert Ray Cradic. She was a homemaker and loved crafts. Opal was a member of Church of God.

In...

Tony Lynn Rudd

Tony Lynn Rudd

Nov 8, 2026

Tony Lynn Rudd, 75, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on December 7, 1950, in Evansville, IN, to the late Mary Kathleen Jones Rudd and Paul Hayden Rudd. He worked in maintenance at Madisonville West Properties. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, loved the outdoors, and collecting glassware. His greatest...

Jan Mitchell

Jan Mitchell

Nov 6, 2026

Janet "Jan" Harper Mitchell, 81, of Hanson, KY, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at her home.

She was born on August 29, 1945, in Hopkinsville, KY, to the late Wilma Fuller Harper. She was formerly employed by Baker and Hickman Department Store, Tiny Town, Missy Master, and Youngs. She enjoyed shopping, traveling with her family, and was a member...

Margaret Pearlene Durham

Margaret Pearlene Durham

Oct 31, 2026

Margaret Pearlene Durham, 96, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Tradewater Health and Rehabilitation in Dawson Springs, KY.

She was born on June 30, 1930, in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, to the late Annie Hamby Cotton and Robert Cotton.

Margaret dedicated thirty-three years of her life to working at the Senior Citizens Nursing Home, where she...

Robert Carrier

Robert Carrier

Oct 31, 2026

Robert Carrier, 63, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.

He was born on February 10, 1963, in Nicholasville, KY. He was a self-employed lawn care worker. He enjoyed fishing. Robert was a member of Christian Tabernacle Church in Madisonville.

He was survived by his caregiver and friend, Michael Shadwick of Madisonville.

A private...

Terri Hoover

Terri Hoover

Oct 29, 2026

Terri Hoover, 64, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Brighton Cornerstone Healthcare in Madisonville, KY.

She was born on November 7, 1961, in Tacoma, WA, to the late Norma Hoover and Meredith Donald Hoover. She retired from Lowes. She enjoyed rock hunting, the outdoors, camping, and collecting crystals. Her greatest joy was spending time with her...

Janet Sue Baggett

Janet Sue Baggett

Oct 29, 2026

 Janet Sue McKnight Baggett, 79, of Dawson Springs, KY, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at her home. 

 She was born on October 13, 1947, in Kanawha, WV, to the late Martha Elizabeth Creel McKnight and James Edgar McKnight. She enjoyed sewing and crafting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and grandchildren. Janet was a member of...

Anna Marie Thompson

Anna Marie Thompson

Oct 27, 2026

Anna Marie Skaggs Thompson, 67, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at her home.

She was born on March 23, 1959, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Lula Huddleston Skaggs and James Skaggs. She loved being a homemaker and always enjoyed horses. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Anna was...

Wanda Williams

Wanda Williams

Oct 25, 2026

Wanda Wagner Williams, 85, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Redbanks Colonial Terrace in Sebree, KY.

She was born on April 24, 1941, in Dalton, KY, to the late Roma Traylor Gobin and Charles Wagner, Jr. She was formerly employed as a legal secretary for Franklin, Gordon, and Hobgood in Madisonville. She...

Barry Kenneth Clayton

Barry Kenneth Clayton

Oct 24, 2026

Barry Kenneth Clayton, 79, of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, and friend, Barry will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, quick wit, and love for those closest to him.

Born on April 17, 1947, Barry was the son of...

Latasha "Tasha" Jean Jones

Latasha "Tasha" Jean Jones

Oct 24, 2026

Latasha "Tasha" Jean Jones, 51, of Slaughters, KY, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at her home.

Lovingly known as Tasha, she was born on April 12,1975, to Raymond and Vicky Pharris Jones. Tasha was a member of Liberty Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and helped in the nursery. She...

Jordan Bean

Jordan Bean

Oct 24, 2026

 Nicholas Jordan Bean, 32, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville. 

 He was born on October 23, 1994, in Madisonville, KY, to Amy Hudson and Dewayne Bean. He was employed as a machinist for General Electric. He was an avid UK Basketball fan and was a very talented musician and enjoyed making...

Gerald Wayne Marvel

Gerald Wayne Marvel

Oct 23, 2026

Gerald Wayne Marvel, 85, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Redbanks Colonial Terrace in Sebree.

He was born on May 3, 1941, in Princeton Ky, to the late Verble Cruce Marvel and Dennis Lee Marvel. He retired from AT&T and was also a salesman for Madisonville Ford Nissan. He was an avid...

Kenneth "Gabe" Taylor

Kenneth "Gabe" Taylor

Oct 23, 2026

Kenneth "Gabe" Taylor, 87, of Sebree, KY passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville.

He was born on June 7, 1939, in Madisonville, KY to the late Ruth Hayden Tompkins Taylor and Jay Harvey Taylor. Kenneth was a United States Army Veteran. He retired from the City of Madisonville Water Department and...

Keith Allen Adams

Keith Allen Adams

Oct 22, 2026

Keith Allen Adams, 58, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.

He was born on January 10, 1968, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Mamie Shaw Adams and Hulen Jasper Adams. He was a self-employed tree worker. He enjoyed working at Southside Lawn Mowers. He loved basketball,...

Judy Dexter

Judy Dexter

Oct 17, 2026

Judy Fowler Dexter, 85, of Anton, KY passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehabilitation in Madisonville.

She was born on March 14, 1941, in Nashville, TN, to the late Pauline Monahan Fowler and Clarence Fowler. She enjoyed cooking, reading, gardening, and canning. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family....

Elizabeth Ann "Annie" Mckenney

Elizabeth Ann "Annie" Mckenney

Oct 16, 2026

Elizabeth Ann "Annie" Moore McKenney, 80, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at her home.

She was born on March 25, 1946, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Imogene Parker Moore and O.B. Moore. She retired as a postmaster from the post office in West Louisville just outside of Owensboro and she loved...

Anthony "Tony" Sparks Horner

Anthony "Tony" Sparks Horner

Oct 15, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Anthony "Tony" Sparks Horner, 60, of Henderson, Kentucky. Anthony passed away peacefully at Redbanks Nursing Home on Thursday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Anthony was a dearly loved brother, uncle, great-uncle, and friend.

He was born on November...

Kenneth E. Allen

Kenneth E. Allen

Oct 13, 2026

Kenneth E. Allen, 85, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Madisonville Health and Rehab.

He was born on May 11, 1941, in Richland, KY, to the late Earl Allen and Sybil Boyd Allen. He retired from Cimarron Coal Company. He enjoyed farming and raising cattle. His greatest joy was spending time with...

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