Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries

May 6, 2025

Darryl Ray Johnson was born on February 2, 1964, to the late Wanda Sue Holt in Madisonville, KY.  Darryl was a very loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, and friend. You never saw him without his contagious smile and joyous laughter.

Darryl accepted Christ into his life at an early age at Holy Temple Church of God in Christ, where he attended...

May 2, 2025

Herbert Keith Sydnor, Sr., 85, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025. Born on November 18, 1939, to Eleanor Sydnor-Roberts and Edward Sydnor, Herb was a lifelong resident of Evansville and a proud 1956 graduate of Lincoln High School, where he excelled in basketball, football, and track. Herb continued his education at the University of Evansville and Lockyear College. A...

Apr 26, 2025

James L. Civils, formerly known as “FIRECRACKER”, was the son of Levora Wilkes and James Civils, Sr. He was born on April 9, 1948, in Christian County, KY. James departed this life on April 26, 2025, at his residence. He was the eldest of 11 children.

James joined Pleasant Grove Baptist Church at an early age. He loved working on cars,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 25, 2025

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...

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...

Mar 12, 2025

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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.

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...

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...

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...