Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
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...
Arlies Winstead Fortune
Nov 1, 2025
Arlies Winstead Fortune, affectionately known as “Jug,” passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Deaconess Midtown Hospital. He was 61 years old. Jug was born to the loving family of the late Arlies W. Floyd and Thelma Rose Floyd. He was truly admired for his warm spirit and positive attitude. Arlies graduated from Henderson County High School...
Ann Nunley Poindexter
Oct 30, 2025
Ann Nunley Poindexter, age 78, passed away on October 30, 2025, in Madisonville, Kentucky. Born on December 27, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Ann lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.
A proud graduate of Notre Dame Academy in 1964, Ann carried the values she learned during her education into every aspect of her life....
Roderick Lewis Brinkley
Oct 29, 2025
Roderick Lewis Brinkley, 78, transitioned from Earth to Eternity on October 29, 2025, at his home in Madisonville. Kentucky. He was known by those he held dear and encountered as Rod, Brink, or Brinkley. Brinkley was born on September 21, 1947, to the late Dorothy Lee Washington and Samuel Lewis Brinkley in Madisonville, KY.
He attended Branch Street School and Rosenwald...
Elvy Clements
Oct 25, 2025
Elvy Clements, 89, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on January 7, 1936, in Henderson, Kentucky, to the late Charles William Clements and Bettie Mae (Hatchett) Clements. Elvy relocated with his family to Evansville, Indiana, where he built a life centered on faith, family, and service.
As a...
Briaunna Robinson
Oct 24, 2025
Briauna Ronyel Robinson was the first of 4 children born to Bridgett Elaine Jackson. She received her Certified Nursing Assistant certification and worked at Columbia Healthcare of Evansville, Indiana. Quiet and reflective at times, and at other times, she spoke volumes. But you always knew where you stood with her. We are here to celebrate the life of an extraordinary...
Albert Lamar Green
Oct 17, 2025
Albert Lamar Green, born on August 16, 1947, in Henderson, Kentucky, passed away on October 17, 2025, in his hometown. Albert was the cherished son of the late George Albert Green and Ora Agnes Allen Green. He dedicated many years of his life to his work at Silgan (formerly American) in Evansville, where he built a solid reputation in the...
Sharee Hale
Oct 7, 2025
Sharee Vanessa Hale, 64, of Evansville, Indiana, entered into eternal rest on October 7, 2025, in her hometown, surrounded by the love of family and cherished friends. A devoted daughter, mother, sister, and friend, Sharee will be remembered for her radiant smile, unwavering faith, and enduring ability to bring light into the lives of those around her. Born on January...
Joyce Marie Thomas
Oct 6, 2025
Joyce Marie Thomas, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, gained her heavenly wings on October 6, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born on April 29, 1952, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late John and Susie Thomas, Joyce was a devoted servant of the lord, and her life reflected so.
Joyce was a proud graduate of Central High School....
Nathaniel Hawthorne Waddell
Oct 6, 2025
Nathaniel Hawthorne Waddell Sr entered this world on August 21, 1935, to his parents, Walter Browder Waddell and Cornelia Lettiequeen (Gaither) Waddell. Nathaniel was always an obedient and responsible child. He confessed his faith in God at the early age of 10 and joined Massey's Chapel CME Church in Fairview, Ky. He attended school in Christian County KY, until the...
Nanetta J. Williams
Sep 30, 2025
Mother Nanetta J. “Momma Nan” Williams, 84, of Evansville, IN, passed away on September 30, 2025, with her daughter/caregiver, Vera Williams right by her side.
Nanetta was born January 11, 1941, in Henderson, KY, the daughter of Andrew Jackson and Benetta Havey Jackson. Nanetta graduated from Douglas High School in 1959.
Nanetta met Johnny Mac Rucker, and out of that relationship, one...
Michael Hillery Farmer, Sr.
Sep 24, 2025
Michael Hillery Farmer Sr., age 68, was born to the late Hillery M. and Patricia Carole Farmer on January 29, 1957, in Evansville, Indiana, and passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was a devoted husband, son, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, cousin, and friend. He leaves behind a legacy defined by his strength and dedication...
Floyd Louis Butler
Sep 23, 2025
Floyd Louis Butler, 81, of Evansville, Indiana, peacefully passed away on September 23, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on July 9, 1944, Floyd's life was marked by courage, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to serving others.
A proud third-generation firefighter, Floyd followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, Floyd W. Butler, and his uncle, Arthur Butler, and served over...
James Doris "Nookie" Briggs
Sep 23, 2025
On November 5, 1954, God sent a unique gift from heaven in the embodiment of James D. (Nookie) Briggs. He was the son of the late Sylvester Collins and Frances McGuire Briggs Collins. He departed this life, September 23, 2025, at 8:14 AM at the Lucy King Care Center in Deaconess Methodist Hospital in Henderson, Kentucky.
James was a free soul,...
Charles Head
Sep 21, 2025
Charles Montez Head, age 56, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Deaconess Midtown. Born on September 26, 1968, in Evansville, Indiana, he was the son of the late Mabel Head and Charles Vance.
Charles had a passion for sports, particularly football and basketball, and enjoyed playing chess, golf, and cards. He also cherished attending horse races and actively...
William DeJarnett
Sep 19, 2025
William Lee DeJarnett, age 67, was born on July 26, 1958, in Henderson County, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Mary Lena Willett and the late Benjamin DeJarnett. William departed this life on Friday, September 19, 2025.
William professed a hope in Christ at an early age. He joined the fellowship at Greater Norris Chapel Baptist Church. He lived...
