Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
Carolyn Marie Wills
Jan 2, 2026
Carolyn Wills, affectionately known as “Sis,” was born in Henderson, Kentucky, on May 12, 1945, to the late Edgar Moss and Anna Davis.
She moved to Mt. Holly, New Jersey, where she attended Rancocas High School. After graduating, Carolyn relocated to Evansville, Indiana. There, she became a devoted Jehovah’s Witness and dedicated many years of service before retiring from AmeriStamp Company.
Carolyn...
Robert Eugene "Genie" Coffey Norris
Dec 23, 2025
Robert Eugene “Genie” Coffey Norris, age 89, of Henderson, Kentucky, passed away on December 23, 2025, at Deaconess Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 19, 1936, to the late Henny Gordon Norris and Matty Coffey Norris.
Robert, affectionately known as Bob, was a 1952 graduate of Dunbar High School in Morganfield, Kentucky, where he was honored...
Doretha Dianne Milan Henderon
Dec 20, 2025
Doretha Dianne Milan Henderson was born on December 17, 1971, in Evansville, Indiana, to Ira Milan and Cora Ellen Cooper. She departed this world on December 20, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family at Heart-to-Heart Hospice care at the age of 54. Her journey through life was marked by kindness, laughter, and a deep commitment to...
Juanita "Nita" V Cobb
Dec 19, 2025
Juanita "Nita" V. Cobb, born on July 23, 1934, in Henderson, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, in her hometown. A cherished member of her family and community, Nita was known for her warm spirit and unwavering dedication to her loved ones.
Nita was the beloved daughter of the late Leroy Cobb and Lunette Hughes-Cobb. She embraced the role...
Rodney Eugene "Do Dirty" Collier
Dec 17, 2025
Rodney Eugene Collier passed away on December 17, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 7, 1965, to Melvin Collier and the late Katherine Young Collier.
He was educated in the Evansville Vanderburgh County Public School system and attended Reitz High School. After high school, he became a fully licensed professional Journeyman Plumber. This allowed him to use...
Pete Colonias Nichols, Jr.
Dec 16, 2025
Pete Colonias Nichols Jr., age 89, passed from this earthly life and entered eternal life Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family and friends.
Pete was born on February 10, 1936, to the late Pete Colonias Nichols Sr. and Ethel Marie Logan Nichols in Anton, Kentucky. Pete was a graduate of Rosenwald High School in Madisonville, Kentucky, where...
Alvin Moore
Dec 12, 2025
Alvin Moore, 73, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at his home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born on June 4, 1952 in Earlington, Kentucky to the late Talmadge and Ruby Ann (Vanleer) Moore (deceased).
Alvin graduated from Earlington High School in May 1970; and was a member of the 1967 Earlington High School Yellowjackets Boys K.H.S.A.A. State Championship Team....
Anthony Maurice Young
Dec 9, 2025
Anthony Young, Jr., a cherished member of the Evansville community, passed away on December 9, 2025, in his hometown, where he was born on August 30, 1964. Anthony’s life was one filled with his passions, including a deep love for cooking, which he practiced as a cook at Burger King. He delighted in preparing meals for his family, showcasing both...
Catherine Louise Miller
Dec 7, 2025
Catherine Louise Miller, age 65, transitioned from Earth to Eternity on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital. Known affectionately as Cathy, she was educated within the Evansville Vanderburgh County School System and attended Bosse High School. She was baptised and joined Liberty Baptist Church at an early age. Later in her life, Cathy moved to Raleigh, North...
Tamara Dawn Gentry
Dec 3, 2025
Tamara Dawn Gentry, 54, was born in Las Vegas, Nevada to Matthew and Emily Sue Wilson. Tamara lived life to the fullest and loved people with her whole heart.
Tamara was preceded in death by her mother, Emily Sue (Sweet Sue), and her father, Matthew Wilson, and her brother, John Wilson.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Troy Gentry;...
Rudolph Harrigan, II
Nov 26, 2025
Rudolph T. Harrigan II (Toot), 62, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Rudolph was born on April 13, 1963, in New York City, NY, to Betty Harrigan and Rudolph Harrigan, Sr. Toot was baptized at an early age and grew up in between New York City and Corydon, KY. He later moved to Henderson, KY.
Toot served...
Karla Washington
Nov 23, 2025
Our beloved Karla Washington was born on July 4, 1942, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Robert L. and Stella Suggs Combs. On November 23, 2025, Karla departed this life to take her eternal rest.
Karla accepted Christ at an early age at Christ Church Holiness in Madisonville, Kentucky. Her dedication to her church was unwavering, and over the years she...
Everett Marshcell Nunn
Nov 22, 2025
Everett M Nunn, son of the late Sammie Copeland and Claudetta Nunn, was born on January 10, 1967, in Evansville, IN. He was tragically taken too soon on November 22, 2025.
Everett graduated with his GED and later obtained his cosmetology license from Roger’s Hair Academy. He was the proud owner of Everett Scissor Hands Barber Shop. He was also an...
Thomas Lister Platt
Nov 18, 2025
Thomas Lister Platt, 96, transitioned from Earth to Eternity on November 18, 2025, in Atlanta, GA. He was born to the late Robert and Mary Platt in Baltimore, MD at Johns Hopkins Hospital. After graduating from high school, Thomas enlisted in the U. S. Army. His military career spanned 22 years during which he served with distinction as a member...
Yvonne DeCarlo Leavell-Stewart
Nov 18, 2025
Yvonne Decarlo Leavell-Stewart, affectionately known as Evon, was born on April 18, 1950, in Evansville, Indiana. Throughout her life, she exemplified dedication and perseverance, graduating from Central High School and embarking on a career at Bristol Myers Squibb as a commercial painter. Yvonne dedicated many years to her work before retiring and successfully managed a Mary Kay business, reflecting her...
Carol Sue Moore
Nov 18, 2025
Minister Carol Sue Moore, age 71, of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away on November 18, 2025. She was born on August 16, 1954, to Garnett and Vera Moore. A dedicated and passionate individual, Carol was a graduate of West Hopkins High School, where she laid the foundation for her academic journey. She furthered her education at Murray State University, earning her...
Robert Earl Shelton
Nov 17, 2025
Robert Earl Shelton was born on February 10, 1952, in Evansville, IN, to David L. and Bonnie J. Shelton. He passed away on November 17, 2025, at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN.
Robert graduated from William Harrison High School, where he was the quarterback on the football team. Upon graduation, he enrolled in the University of Evansville and majored in Psychology....
Phyllis Jovita Parker
Nov 14, 2025
Phyllis Jovita (Jodie) Parker lived a life of strength, courage, and perseverance.
A devoted mother to Lavita Jackson (Kerry Jackson), Tara Ross, Spencer Parker Jr., and Phillip Parker, and loving grandmother to Malaya Williams, Max Jackson, Ezekiel Jackson, Donnie Reese, Donté Reese, Olivia Tyler, Xanaya Tyler, and Jada Parker, gave her heart fully to her family, balancing sacrifice, compassion, and tireless...
Marie Doris Jean Finch
Nov 8, 2025
Marie Doris Jean (Horne) Finch, of Evansville, Indiana passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on August 12, 1936, to Grady and Emmaline (King) Horne. As a child, she attended St. John Catholic School and later Reitz Memorial High School. Marie was a lifelong member of St. John Catholic Church...
Roberta Brewer
Nov 7, 2025
Roberta Lynn Brewer was born on October 5, 1957, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Robert Brewer, Sr., and Myrtle Brewer. On Friday, November 7, 2025, she peacefully transitioned at the Linda E. White Hospice Center.
Roberta graduated from North High School in 1975. She accepted Christ at an early age at Cleaves Memorial CME Church, where she faithfully served for...
