Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

Sep 12, 2023

Lori Pillow, 59, of Mayfield passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Countryside Nursing Home in Bardwell, KY.

Lori was a member of First Baptist Church in Mayfield.

She is survived by her mother, Phyllis (Donald) Gholson of Fancy Farm; two children, Andrea Dawn Mullins of Bowling Green and Ashley Nicole (Benjie) Crawford of...

Sep 6, 2023

Don Gay, 75, of Brookport, Il., entered into rest on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 at Baptist Health of Paducah.

Don was a 20 year retired US Army veteran as well as being retired from Shawnee Correctional Institution. Don was also a member of the Jeep Club of Paducah.

Don is survived by his loving companion...

Sep 6, 2023

Carlos “Doc” Roberts, 80, of Mayfield, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Doc was a one-of-a-kind man who was known for his artistic abilities. He did everything from t-shirt designing, to cake decorating, to the big rooster at Piggly Wiggly. Doc was also a Duke of Paducah. He had a fun sense of...

Sep 5, 2023

Robert “Hatchet” Robinson, 71, of Paducah, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at his home.

Robert loved to cook and be outdoors. He was also of the Christian faith.

Robert is survived by two siblings, Lucille Killius and Danny Wayne Robinson; a son, Mark (Lisa) Bates; two grandchildren, Arah (Josh) Sutton and Mikey Pearson; three...

Sep 4, 2023

Wanda Thweatt Zosel, age 82 went to her heavenly home Monday, September 4th, 2023 at River Haven Nursing and Rehab Facility in Paducah.

Wanda was born on June 23rd, 1941 in Livingston County, Ky.

Wanda leaves behind to cherish her memory one brother, Larry Thweatt of Madison, Ga.; two sisters, Cathy Thweatt of Paducah, Ky.,...

Sep 3, 2023

Anthony “Tony” Thomason, 72, of Smithland, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

Tony was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Tony had a one-of-a-kind sense of humor. He served in the Kentucky National Guard for 19 years and as the Livingston County fire chief for 19 years. Tony retired from AT&T after...

Sep 3, 2023

Andy Hovekamp, 71, of Paducah, passed away at the Continuing Care Center in Baptist Health of Paducah on Sunday morning, September 3rd, 2023.

Andy was a great Dad, Uncle, Brother, and Friend. Any role he did with excellence. Loved UK basketball and Cardinals Baseball. He was an avid Hunter who was the current patriarch of the “Squirrel...

Sep 2, 2023

Lynda G. Smith, of the Hickory community, passed away September 2, 2023 at the Calvert City Convalescent Center in Calvert City, Kentucky.

Lynda was a member of the Seven Oaks Church of Christ in Mayfield, Kentucky. She worked several jobs in Mayfield, including Merit Clothing and other businesses.

Lynda is survived by her son, Jody...

Sep 1, 2023

Janie Whitson McCaig, age 95, passed away peacefully at Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Ky on September 1, 2023 at 8:37pm Born in Rutherford, TN on March 12, 1928, to James & Lutie (Mamaw Dude) Reagor. Janie grew up in Memphis, TN, graduated from Messick High school, and started work as a switchboard operator at the telephone company in...

Sep 1, 2023

Sarah Sue Crenshaw, 80, of Paducah passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023, at her home with her family by her side.

She worked many years in the healthcare industry and was a member of Victory Assembly. She enjoyed crocheting and was an avid dog lover. She especially loved her little yorkie, “Hank.”

Surviving is...

Aug 31, 2023

Earnest Junior Bledsoe, 61, of Paducah passed away on August 31, 2023, at his residence.

He worked for Walmart as a stock and receiving clerk.

Surviving are his sisters, Elizabeth A. Boyd of Paducah, KY, Lasha R. Plump of Paducah, KY, Theresa G. Hatchett of Paducah, KY, Norma J. McMillion of Millington, TN, and Ada...

Aug 28, 2023

Wilma Sue Whitehurst, 90, of Murray passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023 at Riverhaven Nursing & Rehab in Paducah.

Private services will be held.

Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.

Aug 27, 2023

Vardie Gene Bunch, 81, of Paducah passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at his home in Paducah, KY.

Born in Eminence, MO, he spent most of his adult life in Southern Illinois and Paducah, KY.  He graduated from Anna Jonesboro High School in 1961.  Gene retired from Vienna correctional...

Aug 25, 2023

Matthew “Matt” Babb, 62, of Hickory, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023 at Jackson Purchase Medical Center.

Matt loved the outdoors. He loved to fish, hunt, and ride horses. He spent many years training horses.

Matt is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Mark and Kim Babb, and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding...

Aug 25, 2023

David Ross Traughber, 68, of Paducah passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah.

He was an electrician and of the Baptist Faith. He loved Rock-N-Roll music and UK Basketball.

Surviving is his son, Justin (Teresa) Traughber of Paducah; two brothers, Robert (Jean) Traughber and Vernon Traughber both of Paducah; and one...

Aug 23, 2023

Jackie Marshall, 57 years old, passed away on August 23, 2023, at 2:12 pm, at her home in West Paducah, Kentucky. She was surrounded by her family and friends who loved her dearly. She was born on August 29, 1965, in Ontario, Canada.

Jackie was loved by many. She was kind and giving. She never met a...

Aug 22, 2023

Jeff “Jeffy” Carpenter, 57, of Benton passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah.

He was a graduate of Pope County High School and was a carpenter most of his life. He was of the Baptist Faith.

Surviving is his significant other, June Bolino of Benton; two children, Chelsea Davidson of Mayfield...

Aug 21, 2023

Dale Bivins, 63, of Mayfield died on Monday, August 21, 2023, at his residence.

He was a retired truck driver. He enjoyed smoking Marlboros and drinking beer. Growing up he attended Mt. Carmel Methodist Church.

Surviving is his significant other, Felicia Harris of Farmington; one daughter, Nadina Bivins of Farmington, KY; one son, Isaiah Bivins...

Aug 21, 2023

James “Little James” Farmer, 49, of Tamms, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 at his mother’s home.

James was a loving father, son, and brother. He loved to be outdoors fishing with friends and family. James loved to eat all kinds of food.

James is survived by his three sons, Daniel Farmer, Ethan Farmer, and...

Aug 20, 2023

Sharon Faye James, 78, of Golconda, IL passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Sharon was born on July 23, 1945, in Eddyville, IL to Freeman and Verda Barger. After the passing of her parents her and her six siblings were raised by Eula and Wayne...