Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

Mar 18, 2025

Jerry Wayne Atler, 73, of Fulton, met his heavenly reward on Saturday, March 8th, 2025 at his home where he wanted to be. Jerry was a lifelong farmer who avidly enjoyed riding his tractor for many years. He was a faithful member of Faith Fellowship Church in Fulton, Ky.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Edna Emily...

Mar 11, 2025

Charles Turner, 66 of Princeton, passed away Tuesday March 11, 2025, at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center of Paducah.

He was loved by his family and worked as a Roughneck in the oil fields. He loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved dancing and karaoke, writing poems, painting “Clay City Legend” “Zig...

Mar 7, 2025

Sadie Lewis, 86, formally of Ashland, KY passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Calvert City Nursing and Rehab where she was so loved.

She was born and raised in Hillsboro, KY. She loved to help others and loved the Lord.

Ms. Lewis is survived by one daughter, Teresa (Tim) McGuins of Calvery City, KY; one son, Tom (Donna) Lewis of...

Mar 7, 2025

Jarron Dyllon Milam, 31, of Paducah passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah.

Jarron worked as a handyman.

Surviving is his father, Wendall Collins of Mayfield; his fiancé, DeAnna Walls; his daughter, Elaine Milam; his adopted parents, Larry and Edita Thompson of Paducah; mother-in-law, Michelle Clark; brother, Christopher Wooton; sisters, Alena Cutrer, Shelby Cordes, Katie Yates. Aly Cutrer,...

Mar 7, 2025

Grace K. Osmon, 88, of Calvert City passed away on Friday, March, 7, 2025, at her home peacefully surrounded by her family.

Ms. Osmon is survived by a daughter, Krisi Osmon; and a grandson, Michael Osmon.

Ms. Osmon is preceded in death by her husband, William Keith Osmon.

She will be cremated and no services will be held per her wishes.

Online condolences may...

Mar 6, 2025

Steve Reed, 75, of Paducah passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his residence.

Steve was retired from the United States Postal Service and the United States Army. He was of the Methodist faith.

Surviving is his wife of 45 years, Sandy Reed of Paducah; three children, Leslie (Thomas) Langston, Danny Reed, and Brandy Reed all of Paducah; two grandchildren, Hadley...

Mar 6, 2025

Nancy Platt, 85, of Paducah passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah.

Nancy was a former owner of Rosewood Inn Bed and Breakfast in Lone Oak and was a member of Equip Church.

Surviving is one daughter, Marjorie A. Platt Conkwright and husband Charles of Paducah; two sons, Michael Platt of Florida,...

Mar 5, 2025

Mar 1, 2025

Helen Kaye Henley, 77, of Kevil passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah.

Helen formerly worked at Sam’s Club, Harris Engineering, and drove a truck with her husband, Eugene. She loved living on the farm. She had a special love for animals, especially horses, dogs and birds. 

Surviving are five children, John (Felicia) Allison, Shelly Brooking, Brian Keith...

Feb 28, 2025

Gary Leo “Country” Richardson, 77, of Boaz passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at his residence. 

Gary was a retired electrician from the railroad industry and was of the Baptist Faith. He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed coon hunting, horse racing, and stock car racing.

Surviving are his four children, Angie (Richard) Taylor, Brad (Donna) Richardson,...

Feb 26, 2025

Maureen L. (Reeny) Sturma, 76 of Paducah, peacefully passed from this life surrounded by her niece Jessica Sturma at Baptist Health in Paducah.

She was of the Catholic faith and loved God. During her free time, she loved reading and M&M’s candies. She was retired from Mercy Health Lourdes cafeteria.

She leaves behind several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Maureen was preceded in death...

Feb 26, 2025

Dee Alexander Austin, 74, of Paducah passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at her residence.

Dee was born on March 24, 1950, in Paducah to the late Wallace and Virginia Smith.

She retired from Western Baptist Hospital after 37 years of service. She was a member of Bellview Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and taking car rides.

Surviving...

Feb 25, 2025

June Fay Page, 69, of Paducah passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at her residence.

June was a retired theater manger and of the Christian faith. She was a musician, singer, songwriter, and enjoyed playing instruments. She loved western movies, country music, and playing bingo. She was devoted to her family and especially her grandchildren. 

Surviving is her husband, Marvin...

Feb 25, 2025

Eugene Henley, 78, of Kevil passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Eugene was a retired truck driver and U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion and was of the Church of Christ faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and farming. 

Surviving is his wife of...

Feb 24, 2025

Orville Douglas Goodman, 87 of Ledbetter died February 24, 2025 at Salem Springlake Nursing and Rehabilitation in Salem.

Mr. Goodman worked in river industry for over 40 years.

He is survived by two daughters, Mary Goodman of Ledbetter and Cindy Teer of Marion. One sister, Betsy Draffen. And one niece. And several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his...

Feb 22, 2025

The family of Andrew “Dru” Hall, 32, of Paducah, KY, sadly announce his sudden passing in his home on February 22, 2024. 

Andrew was born April 2, 1992 Marvin and Helen Lueva Hall (Burd) 

He leaves behind his fiancé Holly Hiett, his mother Helen Lueva Hall(Burd), his brother Gilbert Howard, his nephew Noah Hall and niece Shelby Hall. His uncle David Hall,...

Feb 21, 2025

Loleita Kay Cox Citrano, 65 of Hickory met her heavenly reward on Friday afternoon, February 21st, 2025 at Mercy Health/Lourdes Hospital of Paducah. Loleita was a retired retail worker who enjoyed having the time to work in her garden and yard. She also loved to cook and was very good at it. She was well known for ‘no bake oatmeal...

Feb 21, 2025

Gregory Keith Scheffer, 52, of Paducah passed away at his home on Friday afternoon, February 21st, 2025. Greg was an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast and loved his dog, Birdie.

Greg is survived by his mother, Vickie Scheffer of Paducah; one son, Keaton Scheffer of Paducah; one daughter, Darian Scheffer, of Paducah; five siblings, Vince (Lisa) Scheffer of Paducah, Kyle ( Kisha)...

Feb 19, 2025

Jane Chester, also known as “Grandma Jane”, 87, of Reidland passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. 

Jane was a homemaker and worked alongside her husband at Chester, O’Donnelly & Associates. She loved spending time with her family. 

Surviving are her four children, David (Besty) Chester of Paducah, Bruce (Kim) Chester...

Feb 17, 2025

Secret Renay Maguire Litchfield, 70, of Paducah, our beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, met her heavenly reward on Monday evening, February 17th, 2025 at Baptist Health of Paducah. 

Secret, a lifelong homemaker who loved taking care of family, working in one of her gardens growing her gourds and sunflowers or bird watching. She loved her dog, Waylon, and...