Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
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...
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...
Jeremiah Thacker
Sep 16, 2025
“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven: A time to be born and a time to die; A time to plant and a time to harvest; A time to kill and a time to heal; A time to tear down and a time to build up; A time to cry and a time to...
Sharlyn Arlene Armstead
Sep 12, 2025
Sharlyn Arlene Armstead, 64, transitioned to be with the Lord on Friday, September 12, 2025. She was born to the late Adra and Iola Armstead on May 26, 1961, in Evansville, Indiana.
Affectionately known as “TT,” she accepted Christ at an early age at Progressive Holy Temple under the leadership of Pastor William Simmons. Her love for the Lord and His...
James Wisdom, Jr.
Aug 30, 2025
James Wisdom, Jr. was born on October 30, 1942, to the late James Wisdom, Sr., and Alpha Wisdom Foreman. He passed away on August 30, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 82.
A proud veteran, James served his country with honor in the United States Air Force, where he completed and received certificates of completion for Plumbing System Maintenance....
Dora W. Bowman Edmonds
Aug 30, 2025
Ms. Dora W. Bowman Edmonds was born on December 13, 1947, to the late Nannie Pickle Bowman and James “Duck” Bowman. She peacefully departed this life on August 30, 2025.
Dora professed her hope in Christ at an early age and became a dedicated member of Seventh Street Baptist Church, where she served with grace on the Usher Board under the...
Leonard Collins
Aug 23, 2025
Leonard “Little Man” Collins, son of the late Dolores Richardson, accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and became a faithful member and deacon of Memorial Baptist Church, where he attended worship services and participated in church activities until his passing.
He was a graduate of Central High School and later joined the U.S. Army, where he served honorably...
William D Carter
Aug 22, 2025
William Davel Carter, lovingly known to many as “Chilly,” passed away on August 22, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 51. He was born on October 4, 1973, in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the late Sandra D. Lewis and Lawrence W. Carter.
He last worked at the Roca Bar as a cook, where his dedication and welcoming personality touched many...
Winfield Walker, Jr.
Aug 17, 2025
Winfield Walker, Jr., born December 12, 1937, to the late Winfield Walker, Sr. and Laura Cole-Evans, peacefully transitioned on August 17, 2025, at Henderson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
He was educated in the Henderson County School System where he excelled in basketball. He was a talented athlete who was known for his moves on the basketball court. He later received his...
Janice Louise Nelson Fields-Hale
Aug 16, 2025
Janice Louise Nelson Fields-Hale was born to her parents, Juanita Nelson-Coleman and Edward Moss in Evansville, Indiana on September 10, 1946. She was 1 of 6 siblings. Janice lived most of her childhood years in Evansville and Mount Vernon, Indiana, but lived in many places due to her stepfather being in the military. She attended Lincoln High School in Evansville,...
Stephen Allen Moore
Aug 8, 2025
Stephen Allen Moore was born on May 27, 1958, to the late Christopher Columbus Moore and Dorothy Moore. He was a member of St James Missionary Baptist Church.
Stephen attended Madisonville North Hopkins High School. He worked as a brick layer, and also worked at First Methodist Church, Big B Cleaners, Tyson Food, Regional Medical Center, as well as several other...
Fred Martin III
Aug 4, 2025
Fred Martin III, affectionately known as Zakee Wadi, was born on January 15, 1955, in Evansville, Indiana to the late Fred Martin Jr. and Andrea Martin (Watkins). He graduated from Central High School with the Class of 1973 and proudly served in the United States Navy. Upon returning home, he worked with Zenith and Whirlpool, contributing his skills and dedication...
Mark Anthony Bonds
Jul 31, 2025
Mark Anthony Bonds I, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Mark was born on November 27, 1959, to Joan Bonds Talbott and James Momon Sr in Evansville, In. Mark grew up on Cherry Street, where he gained many lifelong friends and family.
Mark served in the United States Army, where he was a tank driver...
Antonio G.L. Gant
Jul 31, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of Antonio GL Gant Sr., a beloved figure known for his warm spirit that lit up every room he entered. Born on October 3, 1982, in Madisonville, Kentucky, Antonio was the cherished son of Linda Raye Gant-Moss and Greg (Tonya) Stone. He became a faithful child of Christ at an early age,...
Gloria Dean Wright-Bass
Jul 30, 2025
Gloria Wright, born on March 31, 1982, to the late Kenneth Wright, Sr., and Gloria Jean Billington Wright, left us unexpectedly on July 30, 2025. She tragically lost her life in an accident while crossing the street.
Gloria was a proud graduate of Chadsey High School, where she completed her studies in 2001. Her pursuit of knowledge continued, and in 2018,...
David "DaDa" Parker
Jul 22, 2025
David Parker, born on July 24, 1951, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Virginia Chatman and David Withers, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2025, at his home. At the age of three, he moved to Danville, Illinois, with his mother, where he was educated within the Danville Public School system. After graduating, David proudly served in the United States...
Curtis Nathaniel Mitchell
Jul 22, 2025
Curtis Nathaniel Mitchell was born on August 17, 1947, in Madisonville, Kentucky, to the late Roy Douglas Mitchell and Gracie Mae Middleton. He peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.
Curtis attended Rosenwald High School and graduated from Madisonville High School in 1967. He went on to attend Kentucky Wesleyan College on a basketball scholarship. A...
James Lesley Hamler, Jr.
Jul 21, 2025
James Lesley. Hamler Jr., a native of Purvis, Mississippi, went home to sing in the heavenly choir July 21, 2025. Born April 7, 1972, to James Lesley Hamler Sr. and Fannie Lois he leaves behind sisters Stephanie Myers (Ricky) Jackie Page, Annie Hamler of Mississippi and brother Rodney Hamler (Zina) of Atlanta nieces and nephews Tamirra Page, Ebonie Page, Kaitlyn...
Robert Lee Alves
Jul 8, 2025
Robert Lee Alves, affectionately known as “Rob” was born January 28, 1956, to Hardis and Margaret P. Alves in Henderson, KY. With loved ones at his side, Robert went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
Robert attended Henderson County Schools and graduated from high school in 1974. After graduation, Robert attended Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky,...
