Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
Beverly Allison Rorer
Feb 12, 2026
Beverly Allison Rorer, age 80, of Owensboro, Kentucky, formerly of Madisonville, Kentucky, made her transition into eternal rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at her home with her daughter by her side.
She was born on June 8, 1945, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, to the late Frank and Juanita Allison. Beverly attended Roosevelt High School before moving to Madisonville, Kentucky, at a...
Mary Jo Dulin Starks
Feb 11, 2026
Mary Jo Dulin Starks, 92, affectionately known as Momma, Mom, Grandma, Granny, and My Girl, was born December 16, 1933, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Robert and Estella Dulin. She was called home by Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. Surrounded by her loving family at Columbia Nursing Facility, she peacefully...
Mary Etta Jackson
Feb 1, 2026
Mary Etta Jackson, age 91, of Mayfield, Kentucky, passed at her residence on Sunday, February 1, 2026. She was born on May 12, 1934, to the late Fred Blakemore and Addie Mae Starks Blakemore in Henry County, Tennessee.
She worked in the kitchen at Henry County High School until she moved to Mayfield and continued working as a childcare provider until...
Sherry Denise Tramill
Jan 29, 2026
Sherry Denise Tramill was born on September 11,1962 in Henderson, Kentucky to the union of Thomas Tramill Jr. and Rose Turner-Tramill. Embracing life with an unwavering spirit, after a brave battle with declining health, she answered God’s call and peacefully transitioned from this world on January 29, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
She was greeted in...
Lucy Mae Norman
Jan 28, 2026
Lucy Mae Norman was born January 30, 1948, to late Clyde and Anna Lucille Johnson. She departed from us January 28, 2026. She was born in Henderson, KY and later grew up in Evansville, IN, where she attended Delaware Elementary School and graduated from Central High School. Lucy went on to work for many years at Sears & Roebuck as...
Mable Dean Brooks
Jan 26, 2026
Mable was born on December 14 1940 and departed this life peacefully on Tuesday morning January 27 , 2026 at Jackson Purchase Medical Center. Mable lived her life by keeping God first and her family close. She got her nickname from her Dad because she was born with a thick head of curly hair. AND THAT’S HOW “FUZZY” CAME TO...
Ronettia/Ronald Andrew Williams
Jan 25, 2026
Ronettia /Ronald Andrew Williams was born on October 4, 1953, in Los Angeles, California at Queen of Angels Hospital to Robert Williams and Dorothy Mae Williams. He was the third child of that union.
Ronettia/Ronald graduated from Centennial High School. He worked at Long Beach Memorial Hospital in Long Beach, California, for 15 years as the Maintenance Supervisor.
Ronettia/Ronald’s favorite sayings were...
Pamela Yevett Johnson
Jan 24, 2026
Pamela Yevett Johnson was born January 19, 1961, to the late Harold Douglas Johnson and Alice Margrette (Buckner) Johnson. On January 24, 2026, Momma received her call to come home to be with the Lord, and at 2:15 p.m., she answered that call with family by her side. Momma professed her faith in Christ at an early age and was...
Joe Melvin Chester, Jr.
Jan 19, 2026
Joe Melvin Chester Jr. suitably took his last breaths Martin Luther King Observance day, January 19, 2026 with loved ones at his ear and bedside. He was born in Cleveland OH, June 29, 1952. As son of Joe M Chester Sr and Sudie Edwards-Chester-Easley, he comes from the Chester lineage descending from Jackson Chester, Sonk Chester, James Tipton Chester, to...
Martha Ann McGuire
Jan 17, 2026
Martha McGuire passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and family matriarch whose love, strength, and guidance touched all who knew her. She was a proud graduate of Dunbar High School in Morganfield, Kentucky. In her free time, Martha enjoyed traveling, driving, socializing, playing cards, and spending cherished time with her family. Martha was...
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 Henderson
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;...
