Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
Sheila L. Moody
Apr 23, 2025
Sheila L. Moody departed this life on April 23, 2025. She was born July 13, 1958 in Dyersburg, Tennessee to Elbert Moody, Sr. and Ola Mae (Quinn) Moody. Sheila graduated from Francis J. Reitz High School and worked in a number of different jobs throughout her lifetime. Most recently, she provided home health care services as an employee of RESCARE.
Sheila...
Sherri D. Drone
Apr 21, 2025
Sherri D. Drone, born on September 29, 1955, in Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away on April 21, 2025, in the same beloved town where she spent her life. She was a remarkable woman, whose contributions to her family, community, and country will not be forgotten.
A graduate of West Hopkins High School, Sherri was dedicated to her career, having worked for GE...
Elwanda Maurice Fisher
Apr 21, 2025
Elwanda Fisher, 85, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on April 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 29, 1939, in Henderson, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Atlee and Gwendolyn Shelton Sheets. After the early loss of her mother at just 11 months old, Elwanda was lovingly raised by her paternal grandparents, Hilary and...
Carolyn J Malone
Apr 15, 2025
Carolyn J. Malone, born on September 9, 1948, in Madisonville, KY, to the late George and Everlyn Cook, peacefully departed from this world surrounded by love. She accepted Christ at an early age while attending Eastview Baptist Church in Madisonville.
Carolyn's journey led her to Louisville, KY, where she created a joyful life filled with laughter and cherished moments spent with...
Eunice Marie Garnett
Apr 13, 2025
Eunice Marie Garnett, age 94, peacefully transitioned from this life on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She had lived in the home of her son Junnie and his wife Bridgett who lovingly cared for her for the past several years
Born on March 14, 1931, in Evansville, Indiana, Eunice was the beloved daughter...
Sylvia Diane Cansler
Apr 10, 2025
Sylvia Diane Cansler went home to be with the Lord on April 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Sylvia, born September 22, 1958, in Henderson, Kentucky, was the second of 10 children born to the late Shirley Jean Hancock and James Richard Hancock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her brother, Dexter Hancock, and her sister, Darlene...
Tamara Lynn Hawes
Apr 1, 2025
Tamara (Tammy) Lynn Hawes, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at the Brickyard Nursing Home on April 1, 2025, at the age of 63. Tamara was a devoted mother and grandmother, who cherished her family dearly. Known for her kind and caring nature, she dedicated her life to helping others as a care technician from her teenage years until her...
Niesha Chasity Hemphill
Mar 30, 2025
Niesha Chasity (Denise) Hemphill, affectionally known to family as “Nie” or “Twin” was born December 13, 1981 to Ingrid Hamilton and Jay Christian Harris in Evansville IN. She departed this life in Jacksonville FL on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Niesha was introduced to the Lord at a very young age at Holy Tabernacle Church of God in Christ in Henderson...
Croder C. Thomas
Mar 30, 2025
Our beloved, Croder C. Thomas was born at 12:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20th, 1925 in Providence, KY. He was the second child and only son to the late V.R. and Especulia Thomas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Ann Suggs Thomas, daughter Cheri Ann Thomas, sons Kenneth and Timothy Thomas, and his...
Sandra Michelle Dilworth
Mar 18, 2025
Sandra Michelle Dilworth, a radiant soul whose warmth touched all who knew her, was born on March 25, 1974, to the late Sarah Martin Rice Gibson of Madisonville, Kentucky, and Michael Perry of Mississippi. She passed on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love.
She was a proud graduate of F.J. Reitz High School in 1992. Her dedication...
Bruce DuWan Bass
Mar 17, 2025
Mr. Bruce DuWan Bass, born December 20, 1963, to George Augusta Bass and Jean Hardin Bass in Madisonville, KY, peacefully went to rest with the Lord on March 17, 2025. Bruce was a graduate of Madisonville North Hopkins High School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he proudly served in Germany. Upon returning home, he...
Vicky E Amar
Mar 12, 2025
The Obituary is pending for Vicky. Please free to share your memories of Vicky.
Joseph Shelton
Mar 12, 2025
Joseph McKee Shelton, 89, passed away on March 12, 2025. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Georgia Newell Shelton. He was a member of the Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church and was a member of the male chorus.
Olivia Joy French-Martin
Mar 12, 2025
Olivia Joy French-Martin was born on February 5, 1941, in Madisonville, KY, to William Santa Combs and Florence Louise Malone Combs. On the morning of March 12, 2025, she was called home to be with her Lord.
Olivia was a proud graduate of Rosenwald High School, where she embodied the tiger spirit as a cheerleader. After graduation, she moved to Los...
Debra McNary
Mar 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debra McNary, born on June 23, 1961, to Charles E. Arnett, Sr., and Wilda Mae McNary Arnett in Madisonville. On March 12, 2025, she peacefully returned to the embrace of the Lord, leaving behind a legacy woven with love and cherished memories.
A dedicated student, Debra traversed the halls of Madisonville North Hopkins...
Harry McLee Wing
Mar 7, 2025
Harry M. Wing Sr. was born on February 23, 1942, in Greenville, KY, to the late Archie Johnson and Geneva W. Drake. He peacefully entered his eternal home on March 7, 2025, in Mayfield, KY.
A passionate and ambitious man, Harry attended Muhlenberg County schools before moving to New York City to participate in the ROTC program. He later returned to...
Marcus Josul Patterson, Sr.
Mar 5, 2025
Marcus Josul Patterson, Sr. was born on October 23, 1974, in Evansville, Indiana. He grew up surrounded by the warmth of family and made unforgettable memories that he cherished throughout his life.
An enthusiastic learner, Marcus received his education through the El Paso County Texas and Evansville Vanderburgh County School Corporations. He attended both Bosse and Harrison High School, where he...
Mary Ann Mitchell
Mar 3, 2025
Mary Ann Mitchell, 69, transitioned from Earth to Eternity on March 3, 2025, at Envive River City Nursing Home. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on April 19, 1955, to Charlie Smith and Annie Edmond Blair.
After graduating from high school, Mary attended college and later attained her CNA. She worked for many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant at...
Leonard Rico Collins
Feb 25, 2025
Leonard “Rico” Collins, born on May 6, 1972, to Leonard Collins and the late Delores Collins, peacefully went home to be with his heavenly Father on February 26, 2025.
Rico was a proud graduate of Bosse High School, where he made notable contributions as a lineman on the football team. One of his most memorable moments on the field was recovering...
Cornelius Matthews
Feb 25, 2025
Cornelius “Neal” Matthews was born March 20, 1936, to Albert “Red” Matthews and Vitula Gee in Boonville, Indiana.
He attended Boonville Elementary and High School before graduating from the then Evansville College with a degree in Elementary Education. After completing student teaching, he moved to Louisville, Kentucky to begin his teaching career.
In his early years, Neal enjoyed playing the piano and...
