Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

Mar 19, 2024

Robert T. Smith, 85, of Paducah, passed away on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tn. 

Robert retired from owning an office equipment store in Chicago, Illinois. He very much enjoyed living independently and spending time with his close friends.  

Robert is survived by two daughters, Tracy Smith and husband Brett Richardson of Paducah, and Donna Loomis...

Mar 16, 2024

Thomas Lee Autrey, 69, of Paducah passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Owensboro Health Muhlenberg County Community Hospital.

Thomas formerly worked in the tile business.

Surviving is his significant other, Vickie Keeling of Paducah; one brother, Robert Autrey of Louisville; and one sister, Norma Autrey of Louisville.

He was preceded in...

Mar 16, 2024

Gloria J. Williams, 63, of Paducah died Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

She is survived by her husband, Harold Williams of Paducah; her mother, Jacklyn Hopwood; two daughters, Kristina Miller and Jordon Williams;  one sister, Tina Tyson of Fisher, IN; a half-sister, Laura Jean Kennedy of Dallas, TX; and three grandchildren.

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Mar 15, 2024

Linda Lou Mason Tolen of Lone Oak, Kentucky sadly left this earth to go be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday morning at 5:35 am, March 15th, 2024, while at her home in Lone Oak. Linda was assisted and guided to her final resting place by her devoted granddaughter, Rachel Holder, and her faithful nephew and niece, Michael...

Mar 15, 2024

David George Mocquot, 68, of West Paducah, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Baptist Health In Paducah.

Mr. Mocquot was a carpenter.  He enjoyed Fishing in his spare time.

He is survived by two sons, Zachary Mocquot and Theon Mocquot both of Corpus Christi, Tx; and one brother, Edward Mocquot of Paducah.

Mar 15, 2024

Stevan “Kuntry” Wilburn, 43, of Benton, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024 in Calvert City, Kentucky.

Stevan worked on the river on a salvage ship. He loved to listen to music and collect baseball cards in his free time. One of his prized possessions was his WWF wrestling belt.

Stevan is survived by two children,...

Mar 14, 2024

Margaret Griffith, 97, of Paducah passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah.

Margaret formerly worked at the clothing factory and G&O Pharmacy Soda Fountain. She was a member of Oaklawn Baptist Church. She loved spending time with family.

Surviving is her husband of 79 years, Johnnie Griffith Jr.; one son, Ronald...

Mar 14, 2024

Sharon Bement, 75, of Benton passed away on Thursday March 14, 2024  at home.

She was owner of Spankey Bar and Wigwam Liquor in Paducah. She was a nurse at both Paducah Hospitals for 45 years.

She is survived by her son, Michael Bement of Benton; three sisters; Karne Wallace of Paducah, Tammy Duff of...

Mar 12, 2024

Janice Howard Ervin Curtis, 73, of Paducah passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah.

She was a retired oncology nurse and attended Bellview Baptist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, and playing bingo.

She is survived by her husband Michael Curtis Sr.  And her three children, Spencer Ervin, Dr. Vanessa Lyons and...

Mar 11, 2024

Sherry Burton, 85, of Paducah passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Charter Senior Living in Paducah.

Sherry was a homemaker and a childcare provider. She was a member of Lone Oak Church of Christ. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed going to their sporting events.

Surviving...

Mar 11, 2024

Edward S. Helpa, 98, Paducah, KY formerly of Sayreville, NJ passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Calvert City Convalescent Center.

Edward was retired from Hercules Inc. where he was a lab technician. He was a member of the St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church, American Legion, VFW, and Disabled Veterans. He was on the USS Montpelier...

Mar 9, 2024

Kathy Denise (Mullins) Greenwell, age 77, peacefully left this world at her home on Saturday,

March 9, 2024, with a yard full of Cardinals. She had a loving, feisty, beautiful soul. Kathy was a

loving wife, mother, grandmother and fur baby mom. She was a true hero and warrior to the very

end....

Mar 7, 2024

James “Dick” Richard Greenwell Jr., was a kindhearted, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He left this world on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at age 81. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and a yard full of Cardinals.  His battle with Dementia showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile and grace....

Mar 7, 2024

Betty Jane Basham, 91, of Benton, formerly of Romeoville, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at her son’s house.

She graduated from Matoaka High School in Matoaka, West Virginia and was a retired accountant. Betty loved working in her yard with flowers.

Surviving is her son, Ben (Sherrie) Basham of Benton; three grandchildren,...

Mar 7, 2024

Stephen Louis Thompson, 70, of Fancy Farm, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at his residence.

He was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Fancy Farm, KY and a self-employed mechanic.

Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife Connie (Driver) Thompson; two daughters, LaCinda Thompson of Hickman, KY and Sally Thompson...

Mar 4, 2024

Ronnie A. Dill, 61, of Paducah, passed away Monday, March 4, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

Ronnie was an avid UK Basketball fan who never missed a game. He was proud of his daughters and their accomplishments. No matter who you were, Ronnie was always your biggest fan and supporter. He attended Mayfield Pentecostal Church.

Mar 3, 2024

Born November 12, 1999, in Paducah, Ky. Michelle returned home to the embrace of her Savior Jesus Christ following a tragic accident on March 3, 2024, in Bardwell, KY.

Michelle worked as the office manager at Chiroworx. She was a 2018 graduate of McCracken County High School.  Michelle enjoyed outdoor adventuring with family and friends. Her beautiful...

Mar 2, 2024

Joe Neal Neftzger, 80, of Metropolis, died Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Southgate Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Joe was an administrator at Milburn Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church for many years and was also a member.

Joe is survived by friends, cousins, and church family.

Preceding Joe in death are his parents, Bryce and...

Mar 2, 2024

Tanya Frost, 57, of Grand Rivers met her heavenly reward on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center of Paducah. Tanya was a retired Deli Manager with Food Giant of Eddyville, Ky. She was a woman who was strong in her faith, loved spending time with her family and was a friend to all who...

Mar 1, 2024

Randall Boyd Futrell, 68, of Boaz passed away on Friday March 1, 2024 at his home.

He is survived by one brother, Roger Futrell of Boaz, KY; one sister, Janice Fondaw of Paducah; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Boyd Earl Futrell and Edna Loranie Adams Futrell; and...