Obituaries
Kentucky & Indiana Obituaries
Local obituaries for Madisonville, Henderson in KY. Along with local obituaries for Evansville, IN.
Oriel Robert Woods
Feb 13, 2019
Oriel Robert Woods, age 76, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Henderson Nursing and Rehab (Medco) of Henderson, Kentucky. He was born to the union of Orie and Emma Wood on July 25, 1942 in Henderson, Kentucky. Oriel professed a hope in Christ at Greater Norris Chapel Baptist Church. He served in the United...
Pamela Yvonne Collier
Feb 11, 2019
Pamela Yvonne Collier, 52, passed away February 11, 2019 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born In Evansville on October 26, 1966 to Joseph and the late Zenobia Johnson Collier. She moved to Indianapolis approximately 4 months ago to be near her father. Prior to that she lived in Clarksville, TN with her daughter and grandchildren for 5 years. Pam previously...
Louis Wayne Woolfolk
Jan 29, 2019
Louis Wayne Woolfolk, 65, went on to Glory on Jan. 29, 2019 at St. Anthony Hospice in Henderson. He was a native of Providence, KY where he graduated from Providence High School. Louis was an instructor at Earle C. Clements Job Corps for many years. He had a talent for carpentry and took pride in his work at Harold’s Hardwood...
Olivia King
Jan 27, 2019
Olivia King, age 66, of Evansville IN, quietly went to sleep on Sunday, January 27, 2019, surrounded by her family at home. She was born May 10, 1952 in Evansville, Indiana to the late George and Rosie Miles Thomas. Olivia later moved to Chicago Illinois with her family where she grew up and attended Chicago Public Schools. She worked many...
Richard McGuire
Jan 24, 2019
Richard McGuire, 65, passed Jan. 24, 2019 at St. Vincents's Hospital. He was a native of Henderson, KY and had been employed at Hugh Edward Sandefur Training Center. He is survived by one son: Richard Lamont Armstead; his mother: Mary Ervin; 8 sisters; 4 brothers; and a host of relatives & friends. Services are Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 1:00pm...
Timothy Wayne Maypray II
Jan 15, 2019
Timothy Wayne Maypray II, 30, of Mooresville, NC., passed into eternal rest on Jan 15, 2019. He was born on May 13, 1988 and was raised in Madisonville; attending MNHHS until his Sophomore year. From there he attended Randolph-Macon Academy thru the 12th grade. Timothy received a 4-year football scholarship to the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington, VA. While...
Darlene "Little Twin" Marshall
Jan 15, 2019
On Tuesday, January 15, 2019, heaven gained a new angel as Darlene Marshall went home to be with the Lord. She was born January 5, 1958 in Henderson, Kentucky. Although we are going to miss her, we are thankful for her journey and memories – thankful for her strength. “And we know that in all things, God works for the...
William Troy Murphy
Jan 11, 2019
William Troy Murphy, age 52, was born in Morton’s Gap, Kentucky to the late Willis Lee Murphy, Sr. and the late Anna Deloris (née Nichols) Murphy on November 10, 1966. He departed this life in Evansville, Indiana on January 11, 2019. Troy graduated from South Hopkins High School and attended Murray State University. He joined the United States Army in...
Grace Elizabeth Johnson
Jan 11, 2019
Grace Elizabeth Johnson, 98, departed this life on Jan. 11, 2019 at Columbia Nursing Home. Born in Evansville to the late Dr. Clem Reed and Nadean Carter Reed, Grace was educated in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation attending Third Avenue Grade School and graduating from Lincoln High School. On October 1, 1949, Grace married the love of her life; Andrew...
Willie James Samuel Jr.
Jan 2, 2019
Willie James Samuel, 55, gained his heavenly wings on Jan. 2, 2019. He was born in Chicago, Ill on February 26, 1963 to Willie J. Samuel Sr. and Mattie Slaughter Samuel. Twenty-three years ago, he moved to Madisonville. He served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army. Willie was a compassionate Registered Nurse for over 20...
Rev. Simon A. Perkins Jr.
Dec 26, 2018
Simon Arthur Perkins, Jr. was born in Evansville, Indiana on June 22, 1931 to the proud parents of the late Simon Perkins, Sr. and the late Dorcas Louise King Perkins. He graduated from the Old Lincoln High School in 1948 in Evansville, Indiana. Dr. Perkins was a U.S. Army Veteran who served his country for 9 years, where he attained...
Graham Hazelwood Sr.
Dec 24, 2018
Graham Hazelwood, 85, of Evansville, IN passed away Dec 24, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Basket Station, KY on July 19, 1933 to Ira and Zella Carter Hazelwood and was a retiree of Alcan Aluminum after 23 years of service. Graham was a 50-year member of New Race Creek Missionary Baptist Church. In...
Pamela Denise Dennis
Dec 21, 2018
Pamela Denise Finley Dennis, 60, passed December 21, 2018. Pamela was a member of Calvary M. B. Church and served on the Hospitality Committee and as a member of the Senior Usher Board. She worked at Shoney Restaurant for many years. In 1986, she was joined in holy matrimony to her devoted husband, Julius Dennis Jr. She leaves to cherish...
Patrick Domen Phillips
Dec 15, 2018
Services pending with Dean Memorial Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi.
Archie Cabell
Dec 13, 2018
Archie C. Cabell, age 92, of Toledo, passed away Dec.13, 2018 at home. Archie was born February 4, 1926 in Henderson, KY to Otha and Alibee (McGuire) Cabell. He served in the US Navy during World War II in Guam. He was employed and retired from Chrysler. Archie was a drummer and singer for many years. He enjoyed watching westerns,...
Arthur Lee Smith Jr.
Dec 11, 2018
Arthur Lee Smith, Jr., age 58, passed away December 11, 2018 at Park Terrace Village. Arthur was born in Evansville, Indiana to Angela and Arthur Lee Smith, Sr. on July 12, 1960. He joined New Hope Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. After high school, Arthur joined the military serving in the United States Army. Later, he received a...
Leon Swope Sr.
Dec 9, 2018
Leon Swope, Sr. was born December 26, 1951, the son of Josh C. Swope, Sr. and Lottie Johnson. He departed this life on December 9, 2018 at the age of 66. Leon was baptized at an early age at First Ebenezer Baptist Church by the late Rev. Singleton. He attended Ivy Tech Community College. Leon had a variety of interests....
Alice Buckner Johnson
Dec 7, 2018
Alice Buckner Johnson, age 92, went home to her eternal home on Friday, December 7, 2018 from Riverwalk Community Residence in Evansville. A native of Owensboro KY, she was the daughter of Harry and Carrie Buckner. In 1941, Alice married Harold Johnson. To this union, 13 children were born. Alice worked for Deaconess and CAPE and retired from the Evansville...
Jesse Owens
Dec 5, 2018
Jesse Owens of Henderson KY, passed away on December 5, 2018. A native of Dixon KY, Jesse worked at Whirlpool Corporation where he retired from the Production Department. Surviving are his wife, Francille Owens and four children. Services are Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 1:00pm at R. Mason Brothers Memorial Chapel in Evansville, IN with visitation on Wednesday from 5-7pm...
Ruby Mayes Kelly McDaniels
Dec 5, 2018
Ruby Mayes Kelly Mc Daniels was born on March 16, 1949 to J.W. and Celestine (Kirby) Mayes in Madisonville, KY. She passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on Dec. 5, 2018. She was retired from Deaconess Cross Point. Ruby is survived by husband: John Mc Daniels; two daughters: Traci Mayes of Evansville, Jerrica Kelly of California; one brother: James W....
