Tim Wilson
Owner/Operator, Funeral Director
Tim Wilson is the owner and operator of Harris Funeral Home and has been employed since 2005, where he had the honor to train under his father Edward “Eddie” Wilson for several years before his sudden passing. He is a licensed funeral director and has a passion for making the last thing you can do for your loved one memorable. He enjoys the presentation aspect of the funeral business.
He is a graduate from Madisonville North Hopkins High School and a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. Tim is a United States Army Desert Storm Veteran where his tour included Germany and Texas. He enjoyed his military experience and enjoyed traveling while living in Europe. Tim was previously employed at Lear Corporation where he was the Union Vice President.
He is the husband to Trudi Wilson and a father to Josten Wilson and his dog, Dashea. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports and attending sport functions.
Tim Wilson
Owner/Operator, Funeral Director
Tim Wilson is the owner and operator of Harris Funeral Home and has been employed since 2005, where he had the honor to train under his father Edward “Eddie” Wilson for several years before his sudden passing. He is a licensed funeral director and has a passion for making the last thing you can do for your loved one memorable. He enjoys the presentation aspect of the funeral business.
He is a graduate from Madisonville North Hopkins High School and a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. Tim is a United States Army Desert Storm Veteran where his tour included Germany and Texas. He enjoyed his military experience and enjoyed traveling while living in Europe. Tim was previously employed at Lear Corporation where he was the Union Vice President.
He is the husband to Trudi Wilson and a father to Josten Wilson and his dog, Dashea. In his spare time he enjoys watching sports and attending sport functions.
Trudi Wilson
Owner/Operator, Funeral Director
Trudi Wilson is the owner/operator and funeral director at Harris Funeral Home and is employed since 2008. She has a passion for helping families honor the life of their loved one. She also enjoys decorating the funeral home and sharing the historical building with others.
She is a graduate from Madisonville North Hopkins High School and a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. Her husband Tim joined the United States Army, their tour included Germany and Texas, in which they traveled Europe while living there. Trudi was previously in management at several jewelry stores in Madisonville and earned her DCA certification in diamonds.
Trudi is a wife to Tim Wilson and a mother to Josten Wilson, and her fur baby, Dashea. She enjoys in her free time reading home décor magazines, shopping and decorating her home.
Trudi Wilson
Owner/Operator, Funeral Director
Trudi Wilson is the owner/operator and funeral director at Harris Funeral Home and is employed since 2008. She has a passion for helping families honor the life of their loved one. She also enjoys decorating the funeral home and sharing the historical building with others.
She is a graduate from Madisonville North Hopkins High School and a member of Hanson United Methodist Church. Her husband Tim joined the United States Army, their tour included Germany and Texas, in which they traveled Europe while living there. Trudi was previously in management at several jewelry stores in Madisonville and earned her DCA certification in diamonds.
Trudi is a wife to Tim Wilson and a mother to Josten Wilson, and her fur baby, Dashea. She enjoys in her free time reading home décor magazines, shopping and decorating her home.
John Simpson
Funeral Director
John Simpson became a valued member of our staff in 2019 and proudly serves as a second-generation funeral director. Following in his father’s footsteps, he obtained his license in 2024 and is dedicated to providing compassionate care to our community.
Originally from Madisonville, Kentucky, John deeply values the close-knit nature of our town and the connections he has built over the years. His role at Harris Funeral Home allows him to support families during some of life’s most difficult moments, ensuring that their loved ones are honored with dignity and respect. He takes pride in assisting with funeral arrangements, conducting services, and offering a comforting presence to those in need.
John finds great fulfillment in guiding families through the funeral process with patience and understanding, always striving to make each service meaningful and personal. His commitment to excellence and attention to their needs ensure that every family receives the highest level of care.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, John enjoys all that our area has to offer. Whether exploring the town’s local cuisine, shopping at some of the small businesses, or simply taking a drive down Main Street, he appreciates the charm of his hometown.
Reflecting on his journey at Harris Funeral Home, John describes it as an incredibly rewarding experience. He is grateful for the opportunity to work with and learn from families, helping them navigate their most challenging times with compassion and professionalism. Looking ahead, he is excited to continue serving our community for many years to come.
John Simpson
Funeral Director
John Simpson became a valued member of our staff in 2019 and proudly serves as a second-generation funeral director. Following in his father’s footsteps, he obtained his license in 2024 and is dedicated to providing compassionate care to our community.
Originally from Madisonville, Kentucky, John deeply values the close-knit nature of our town and the connections he has built over the years. His role at Harris Funeral Home allows him to support families during some of life’s most difficult moments, ensuring that their loved ones are honored with dignity and respect. He takes pride in assisting with funeral arrangements, conducting services, and offering a comforting presence to those in need.
John finds great fulfillment in guiding families through the funeral process with patience and understanding, always striving to make each service meaningful and personal. His commitment to excellence and attention to their needs ensure that every family receives the highest level of care.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, John enjoys all that our area has to offer. Whether exploring the town’s local cuisine, shopping at some of the small businesses, or simply taking a drive down Main Street, he appreciates the charm of his hometown.
Reflecting on his journey at Harris Funeral Home, John describes it as an incredibly rewarding experience. He is grateful for the opportunity to work with and learn from families, helping them navigate their most challenging times with compassion and professionalism. Looking ahead, he is excited to continue serving our community for many years to come.
Karen Hanvy
Funeral Director Apprentice
Karen Hanvy joined the staff of Harris Funeral Home in 2021 as a funeral director assistant and became a Funeral Director Apprentice in 2025. As a little girl, her grandfather taught her that "a funeral is the last thing you can do for someone". Karen feels that every aspect of her job is an opportunity and an honor to serve families in their time of need.
She worked in radio and television sales for twenty-three years and still has a passion for marketing and advertising. Many know her from being the owner of Classic Carriage Service. Karen attends Covenant Community Church in Madisonville with her family.
Karen is a native of Dawson Springs, KY. She is the daughter of the late Robert and Juanita Nichols Robinson. She is a graduate of Dawson Springs High School and took classes focused on business at Madisonville Community College. She is a mother to Nick, Jessica, and Houston and a grandmother to her beautiful granddaughters, Bailey, Stella, and Aurora, and little grandson, Samson.
Karen Hanvy
Funeral Director Apprentice
Karen Hanvy joined the staff of Harris Funeral Home in 2021 as a funeral director assistant and became a Funeral Director Apprentice in 2025. As a little girl, her grandfather taught her that "a funeral is the last thing you can do for someone". Karen feels that every aspect of her job is an opportunity and an honor to serve families in their time of need.
She worked in radio and television sales for twenty-three years and still has a passion for marketing and advertising. Many know her from being the owner of Classic Carriage Service. Karen attends Covenant Community Church in Madisonville with her family.
Karen is a native of Dawson Springs, KY. She is the daughter of the late Robert and Juanita Nichols Robinson. She is a graduate of Dawson Springs High School and took classes focused on business at Madisonville Community College. She is a mother to Nick, Jessica, and Houston and a grandmother to her beautiful granddaughters, Bailey, Stella, and Aurora, and little grandson, Samson.
Brad Williams
Funeral Director Assistant
Brad Williams has been with Harris Funeral Home since 2022. He has a talent for personalizing the services for our families by making personalized obituaries and photo presentations. His goal is to work with our staff in providing the most dignified service for our families.
He was born in Madisonville, KY and graduated from Dawson Springs High School. Brad attended Trade School specializing in computer technology. He worked in the medical field serving several hospitals and nursing homes. He had a passion for in-home care which gave him the knowledge to care for his ailing adopted grandfather. In doing so he crossed paths with the employees at Harris Funeral Home and shared his passion about the funeral business.
Brad is a husband to Abby and a father to three boys, Aiden, Jackson and Dawson (lovingly named in honor of Dawson Springs after the tragic tornado).
Brad Williams
Funeral Director Assistant
Brad Williams has been with Harris Funeral Home since 2022. He has a talent for personalizing the services for our families by making personalized obituaries and photo presentations. His goal is to work with our staff in providing the most dignified service for our families.
He was born in Madisonville, KY and graduated from Dawson Springs High School. Brad attended Trade School specializing in computer technology. He worked in the medical field serving several hospitals and nursing homes. He had a passion for in-home care which gave him the knowledge to care for his ailing adopted grandfather. In doing so he crossed paths with the employees at Harris Funeral Home and shared his passion about the funeral business.
Brad is a husband to Abby and a father to three boys, Aiden, Jackson and Dawson (lovingly named in honor of Dawson Springs after the tragic tornado).