Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

Jan 3, 2024

Roger Lee Stinnett, 70, of Paducah passed away on Wednesday, January 03, 2024, at his residence in Paducah.

He retired as a laborer from the railroad industry and was of the Baptist Faith. He was a U.S. Army Veteran who serviced his county in the Vietnam War.

Surviving is his sister, Treva Reynolds; three nieces,...

Jan 2, 2024

Mr. Bobby M. Clark, 88, of Paducah, KY passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Baptist Health with his family by his side. Bobby was born on April 13, 1935, in Houston, Mississippi to the late Hattie Clark. His extensive career includes former subcontractor for U. S. Army Corps. of Engineers, security escort for United States Enrichment Corporation, mechanic...

Jan 2, 2024

John Garduno, 61, of Calvert City passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital.

John worked as a Laborer out of Local 1214.

Surviving is his daughter, Candance Garduno; his granddaughter, Sydney Jordan; his siblings, Robert Garduno, Donnie Garduno, Lora Bradford, Connie Mathis, Susan Garduno, Dorothy Szymanski, Nancy Harvill, Brenda Baker,...

Jan 2, 2024

Annabelle Followell, 91, of Paducah, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones.

Annabelle was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest joy in life was her family. She was a devout Christian and attended Lone Oak First Baptist church for many years before moving to Florida. Later in life, she followed...

Dec 31, 2023

Billy Croft, 90, of Calvert City passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at Lakeway Nursing Home in Benton.

Billy was a retired chemical operator from ISP and a member of Abundant Life Church. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving is his wife, Sue Croft of Calvert City; three children, Steve (Linda) Croft of Calvert...

Dec 30, 2023

Gary L. Cope, 73, of Calvert City, passed away on Saturday, December 30th, 2023 at the Ray and Kay Ekstein Hospice Care Center of Paducah.

Gary was a retired driver for the J.C. Swinford company. Gary was a US Navy veteran who spent 12 years deployed in submarine assignments. He was a member of The American Legion...

Dec 30, 2023

Wendell Wilke Bearden, 83, of Paducah passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah.

He retired in 2002 from the construction industry after 32 years.

Surviving is his stepson, Terry Collier and wife Anita; Marcy Bearden the mother of his children; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was...

Dec 30, 2023

James D. Hayden, 77, of Paducah passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at Southgate Nursing & Rehab in Metropolis.

James was a former route salesman for Colonial Baking Company and member of St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church. In the last few years, he attended Gospel Mission Worship Center. He loved watching UK basketball. He earned his...

Dec 28, 2023

Dr. William Gordon Cummings, born October 19, 1942 died on the morning of December 28, 2023 at the Vanderbilt Critical Care Unit at the age of 81.

William, known as “Bill” or “Doc,” was a loving father, caring “Pop Pop,” and had passion for life, family, veterinary medicine, flying, and farming (cow whisperer). As one of the...

Dec 26, 2023

Virginia Mae Wallace Jones, 96, of Paducah, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Virginia retired from Baptist as a nurse’s aid after working for 20 plus years, but her favorite thing in life was being a mother and looking after her kids. She loved taking care of her house plants. Virginia was an...

Dec 25, 2023

Richard “Rick” Davenport, 67, of Paducah passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Rick formerly worked for the Joint Sewer Agency. He enjoyed tinkering with things.

Surviving are his two children, Jordan Davenport of Paducah and Colleen Dunn of Melber; one brother, Rodney Davenport...

Dec 24, 2023

Michael Lawrence, 48 of Gilbertsville, passed away December 24, 2023 at Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center of Paducah

Michael was an avid lover of arrowhead hunting. You would find him on the banks of the river rain or shine. He also loved kayaking down the river he would say it’s where he found his peace....

Dec 24, 2023

Joan Land, 77, of Paducah passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah.

Joan was a former childcare provider. She also worked for Sears and Citizens Bank. She was a member of Oaklawn Baptist Church. She enjoyed photography, traveling, looking at Christmas lights, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving...

Dec 23, 2023

Gregory Alan Chaney, 59, of Paducah passed away on Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, at his residence.

Greg was born in Dayton, Ohio and grew up in Ballard County, KY where he loved to fish, hunt and golf. He was a remarkable soul who embraced life with passion and humor. Greg also left an indelible mark as a...

Dec 23, 2023

Sgt. Major Donald Ray Adcock, 87, of Paducah, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Don was born July 23, 1936 in Henderson, Kentucky. He retired from the Marines after 31 years of service including two tours in Vietnam, five tours in Okinawa, Japan, and one tour as a drill instructor in San Diego,...

Dec 23, 2023

Carolyn R. Dowell McKendree, 81 of Paducah, died Saturday December 23, 2023 at Mercy Health in Paducah.

She is survived by one daughter, Cozette McKendree of Metropolis and one son Billy McKendree Jr. of Golconda, IL.  One brother, Charley Dowell of West Paducah.  Two grandsons, Dylan Hobbs and Tyler McKendree.  And three great granddaughters.

She...

Dec 21, 2023

James Stice, 89 of Paducah passed away Thursday December 21, 2023 at his home.

He retired from Kroger as a dairy manager.  He stayed busy working on vehicles, mowers and doing yard work.

He is survived by one son, James Stanley (Nancy) Stice of Paducah.  Four grandchildren; Sara (Josh) Beith of Paducah, Eric Kennedy of...

Dec 21, 2023

Carole Elaine Stubblefield, 73, of Grand Chain passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Southgate Nursing and Rehab in Metropolis, IL.

Carole was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving are her three children, Michael (Angella) Stubblefield of Hillerman, Angela (Johnathan) Arrison of Karnak,...

Dec 20, 2023

Tina “Lookie Here” Artis, 49, of Almo, passed away December 20, 2023 at the Murray Calloway County Hospital.

Tina was a loving wife, mom, GiGi and friend. She worked as a nurse for many years. Tina had an outgoing spirit and never met a stranger. She loved to read and listen to classic rock. Tina had a...

Dec 18, 2023

Patsy Ann Bice, 76, of Paducah, passed away Monday, December 18, 2023 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center.

Patsy was a homemaker who loved to be with her family. She enjoyed being outdoors, especially if she was hunting or fishing. For many years, Patsy was a wresting promoter and loved being ringside at events....