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Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

James Holston Fritsch

James Holston Fritsch

Oct 17, 2024

James Holston Fritsch, 41, of LaCenter passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Rockcastle Regional Hospital in Mt. Vernon, KY. 

James worked in management at Hardees. He loved to play video games, watch movies, and read.

Surviving are his two children, Alyssa Anderson and James Anderson; his parents, James and Rhonda Bourff; and his three siblings, Nina Bourff, Ardena Chastan, and...

Sue Ann Fiessinger

Sue Ann Fiessinger

Oct 10, 2024

It’s with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of a beautiful mother, tender grandmother, warmhearted aunt/sister-in-law and compassionate friend to many; Sue Ann Fiessinger (Rynearson) age 69 of Kevil, Kentucky, departed peacefully on October 10, 2024, in Paducah, Kentucky.

She was born to the late Clayton and Margret (Larkin) Rynearson and grew up in Custer Park, Illinois where her...

Boyce Lynn McCallister

Boyce Lynn McCallister

Oct 8, 2024

Boyce Lynn McCallister, 51, of Paducah, passed away at Lourdes Hospital of Paducah on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024. Lynn was a former self-employed carpenter and an avid supporter of the Good Old Boys RC of Paducah. Lynn also was avid hunter and fisherman anytime he had the chance. 

Lynn is survived by his mother, Rebecca McCallister of Paducah; two sons, Connor...

Nancy Jo Burnett

Nancy Jo Burnett

Oct 7, 2024

It's with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Nancy Jo Russell Burnett on Monday October 7th, at the age of 88.

Nancy took a piece of our hearts with her, and the world is a bit dimmer without her in it.  She was forever young at heart and found joy in always making others laugh and smile....

Patton Lee Dukes

Patton Lee Dukes

Oct 5, 2024

Patton Lee Dukes, 71, of Grand Rivers passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Patton formerly worked as an operator for Smith Paving. He enjoyed hunting and farming. 

Surviving is his partner, Ginger Griffith; two sons, Joseph (Shelby) Dukes and Shaun (Kathy) Dukes; two sisters, Ella Mae Parrish and Rose Mary...

Ginger Lea Thomas

Ginger Lea Thomas

Oct 3, 2024

Ginger Lea Thomas, 68, of Lovelaceville, Kentucky, passed away at her home on October 3, 2024. After a five-year battle with cancer, she was greeted with “Well done, good and faithful servant,” by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

 Ginger was born in Paducah, Kentucky, on November 10, 1956, to Sue (White) Gholson and the late Ferd F. Gholson, and she...

Teresa Dixon Smiley

Teresa Dixon Smiley

Oct 2, 2024

Teresa Ann Dixon (Smiley) age 61, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center on October 2, 2024. 

She is survived by one sister, Robin Minnick, two daughters, Heather Adams (David) and Amber Lopez (Jose), five grandchildren, Makenzie Adams, Vanessa Adams, Zachary Lopez, Anthony Lopez, and Jose Lopez Jr., and one great grandchild.  One...

William Christian

William Christian

Oct 2, 2024

William Christian, 58, of Metropolis passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at his residence.

William was an IBEW Electrician and owner/operator of his own HVAC business. He enjoyed being outdoors and loved the ocean and his years in the Caribbean. He loved to scuba dive and deep-sea fishing. 

Surviving is his wife, Cheri Christian of Metropolis; children, Hannah Christian of Paducah...

Lesha Cunningham

Lesha Cunningham

Sep 30, 2024

Lesha Caroyl (Baucum) Cunningham, 62, of Paducah, flew on the wings of Angels to be with her Lord and those that have gone before her, September 30, 2024 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center.

Lesha was a headstrong woman who left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She loved digging in the dirt planting flowers. She also...

Sam O. Cain

Sam O. Cain

Sep 29, 2024

Samuel O. Cain, 84 of Paducah, passed away Sunday September 29, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

He is survived by two sons; Sammy (Malissa) Cain of Murray, and Jerry (Deana) Cain of Paducah. Grandsons; Nolan Cain of Paducah, Remington Harrell of Murray. One granddaughter; Tiffany Cain of Murray and one great granddaughter, Sara Harrell of Murray. His companion, Dorothy Smith...

Jeannie Forthman

Jeannie Forthman

Sep 28, 2024

Gloria Jean “Jeannie” Forthman, 73, of Metropolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center.

Jeannie was a headstrong woman who loved her life and her family with all her heart. Jeannie had a caring nature when it came to children, she spent years as a foster...

Billy Joe Rushing

Billy Joe Rushing

Sep 27, 2024

Billy Joe Rushing, age 94 of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away at home Friday, September 27, 2024, after a brief illness. 

Billy was born November 9, 1929, in Paducah, Kentucky, to the late Edward Guy Rushing and the late Mary Maude Rushing. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Ray Rushing, Charles Warren Rushing, Barbara Nell Bennett, Shirley Joiner, Donald Rushing...

Brian Adam Bledsoe

Brian Adam Bledsoe

Sep 21, 2024

Brian Bledsoe, 40, of Calvert City passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Paducah.

Brian was a carpenter and member of Local 357. He enjoyed arrowhead hunting and fishing.

Surviving are his two children, Bailey Bledsoe and Brooklyn Bledsoe both of Calvert City; his mother, Doris Bledsoe; his brother, Roman Bledsoe of Benton; his nephew, Aayden Bledsoe of Calvert City; and...

Allen Gillin

Allen Gillin

Sep 15, 2024

Allen “Mr. Al” Gillin, 80, of Paducah passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Parkview Nursing & Rehab in Paducah. 

Mr. Al proudly served his country in the United States Army. 

Surviving is his caregiver, Paula Coleman of Paducah.

He will be cremated, and no services are scheduled at this time. 

Online condolences may be left at www.lindseyfuneral.com

Lindsey Funeral Home is honored to...

James Nicholas Emerson

James Nicholas Emerson

Sep 15, 2024

James “Nick” Emerson, 43, of Hardin, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home surrounded by loved ones.

Nick, also known to some as Red, was a loving husband, father, grandpa, son, and brother. He enjoyed spending all the time he could with his family. Nick was a contractor for many years. He was a jack-of-all-trades in many different areas...

Alice M. Wilson

Alice M. Wilson

Sep 11, 2024

Mrs. Alice McManus Wilson, age 77, of Paducah, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Alice was born July 11, 1947 to the late H.B. and Margaret Patterson McManus at Riverside Hospital. She graduated from Heath High School in 1965. In her Junior and Senior high school days, she played left field for the undefeated Concord Angels softball...

Ronald Dean Simpson

Ronald Dean Simpson

Sep 10, 2024

Ronald Dean Simpson, 70, of Kevil, passed away on September 10, 2024 at his residence.

Arrangements are incomplete with Lindsey Funeral Home.

David Glenn Arnold

David Glenn Arnold

Sep 10, 2024

Dave Arnold, 71, of Paducah passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Marshall County Hospital in Benton, KY. 

Dave was retired and was a member of Rickman Road Baptist Church. He enjoyed tinkering and was a jack of all trades. 

Surviving are his two daughters, Cindy Hahn of Paducah and Dee (Mitchell) Burgess of Hickory; two brothers, Ronnie (Duina) Arnold and...

Karen Sue Dowell

Karen Sue Dowell

Sep 10, 2024

Karen Sue Dowell, 61, of Paducah passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah. 

Karen worked as an operator at Telephone Answering Service and was of the Christian Faith. She enjoyed spending time with her grandbaby, boating, and fishing. 

Surviving is her husband of 28 years, Bobby Dowell; one son, Bobby Garrett (Courtney) Dowell III; one granddaughter, Evelyn Skye...

T.J. Fields

T.J. Fields

Sep 9, 2024

T. J. Fields, 42 of Gilbertsville, passed away Monday September 9, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah. 

He is survived by two daughters, Brittany Fields of Gilbertsville and Paige Fields of Benton, KY; and father, Terry Fields of Benton, KY.

T. J. loved his daughters and they were the one joy in his life.

A memorial visitation will be 5 - 6 p.m....

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