Current Obituaries
Walter Marshall Clarke
Nov 15, 2024
Walter M. Clarke, age 83 of Paducah died Friday, November 15, 2024. He was born the son of the late Elmer Clark, and Julia Clark. He retired from Christy's in New York City where he worked in the I.T. Department. He loved to read, watch movies, and spend time at Made To Stay, and the Paducah Senior Center. He was...
Marvin "Elder" Mayhugh
Nov 3, 2024
Marvin "Elder" Mayhugh, 70, of Paducah passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah. Elder was born October 28, 1954, the son of the late Marvin B. and Dorlis Mayhugh. He was a member of Southland Baptist Temple and enjoyed driving the bus to pickup fellow church members.
Elder is survived by one sister, Robbie Driskill of Calvert City,...
Buford Lee Coursey
Oct 27, 2024
Buford Lee Coursey, 88, of Paducah, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Parkview Nursing and Rehab. Buford was born on November 27, 1935, in Symsonia, Kentucky, to the late Rollie and Lyda Coursey.
Buford is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Coursey, of Paducah; his grandson, Josh Barkley (Kinsey); and a great-grandchild, Bodhi Barkley. His deep affection for his...
David Robert Jeffords
Oct 26, 2024
David R. Jeffords, a beloved member of the Paducah community, passed away on October 26, 2024 at Baptist Health Paducah. He was born on October 26, 1951, in Paducah, KY.
David was a retired mail handler for the US Postal Service, where he worked for 31 years. He attended Southland Baptist Temple in Paducah, and was an avid stamp collector.
David is...
John "Jack" W. Simons III
Oct 26, 2024
John William Simons III (better known as Jack), age 83, of Paducah, KY passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Holiday Jackson Oaks Apartments. Jack was born in Alton, IL on November 18, 1940, to the late John and Velma (Brayman) Simons.
He met his wife, Barbara Tuck, at Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, TN. They were married on June 23, 1962,...
Delores Faye Rhodes
Oct 19, 2024
Delores Faye Rhodes, 82, of Paducah, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the Parkview Nursing Home. Delores was born on October 11, 1942, in Paducah to the late Ledford and Juanita Hodges.
A devoted Christian, Delores found strength and solace in her faith, frequently attending Rickman Road Baptist Church. Her firm belief in God guided her life, shaping...
Antonio "Tony" Mark Prince
Oct 17, 2024
Antonio "Tony" Mark Prince, 66, of Paducah, passed away Thursday, October 17 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah. Tony was born August 3, 1958, to the late Wayne and Ruby Prince.
Tony was a 1976 graduate of Reidland High School and a proud member of Oaklawn Baptist Church. His zest for life was evident in his passions, particularly his love for travel...
Sarah Marlene Helton
Oct 8, 2024
Sarah "Sissy" Marlene Helton, age 76, was called to her eternal home on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, embraced by the love of her family. Born in Paducah on January 20, 1948, Sarah was the beloved daughter of the late Rev. Eldridge "Smitty" and Mary Smith.
Sarah was a woman of faith, rooted in her local community. She attended Eastside Holiness Church...
Ruby "Massey" Prince
Sep 6, 2024
Ruby Lee (Massey) Prince entered eternal life on Friday, September 6, 2024 in Paducah, Kentucky. She was one of nine children born to Noah O. Massey, and Opal Clemens Massey. Ruby grew up in West Paduch in the Highpoint Community. The Massey’s raised their children on a farm, so Ruby was no stranger to hard work. Ruby graduated from Heath...
Richard F. Smith
Sep 2, 2024
Richard F. Smith, 78, of Paducah passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 2, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Richard was the son of the late Virgil and Pauline Smith.
Richard dedicated sixteen years to McCracken County, where he served as an Electrical Inspector. He was a member of Oak...
Jackie Davis Hall
Aug 26, 2024
Jackie Davis Hall, 70, of Paducah passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26,2024, at Mercy Health Hospital. Jackie was born August 31, 1953, the son of the late Oliver and Gladys Hall.
He is survived by his two daughters, Christy Hall and Snoee White, both of Paducah; two brothers, William Hall and Kenneth Hall of Paducah; and one grandchild, Avery Waldon.
In...
Charles R. Rankin
Aug 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles (Charlie) Ray Rankin at the age of 87 on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Charlie was born on October 16, 1937, in Marshall County and has lived in Paducah since the 50’s. Charlie was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin, and devoted friend. He lived...
James Franklin Curtis
Aug 20, 2024
James Franklin Curtis of Paducah, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born on August 14, 1947, the son of the late Frank and Nellie Curtis.
James was a devoted member of Heartland Church. He was an avid lover of the outdoors and enjoyed spending time on the water, taking...
Richard Alan Mayo
Aug 19, 2024
Richard "Dicky" Alan Mayo went home to be with his Lord and loved ones on the early morning of August 19, 2024 at Calvert Convalescent Center in Calvert City. Dicky was a pipefitter out of Local 184 in Paducah, KY.
He leaves behind his only sibling, Tommy who showed his love, compassion, and devotion to Dicky through the past ten years...
Lula Belle Collins
Aug 17, 2024
Lula Belle Collins, 82, of Paducah passed away at her home on Saturday, August 17, 2024. She was born on September 1, 1941, to the late Robert and Effie Lowe.
Lula was known for her kind personality and her ability to connect with anyone she met; she truly never met a stranger. A devoted member of the Baptist faith, she lived...
Lillian Kate Burley
Aug 14, 2024
Let the little children come to me; do not hinder them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Mark 10:14
Surrounded by our family, My Lillian went to be with Jesus, August 14, 2024.
Born in South Carolina, March 23, 2006, Lillian Kate Burley was placed in my arms July 2006. From that moment Lilli brought our family indescribable...
Devin W. Potts
Aug 5, 2024
Devin Potts, age 59 of Paducah died Monday, August 5, 2024. He was born the son of the late Elvis W. Potts, and Karen Gruhlke of Paducah. He was a retired machinist, and a veteran of the United States Army. He was of the Baptist faith.
A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 5:00 p.m....
Sandra Lee Campbell
Aug 5, 2024
Sandra Lee Campbell, 64, of Paducah passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah. She was of the Christian faith and found great joy in her roles as a mother and grandmother. Sandra was born on January 3, 1960, in Paducah KY, to the late Bobby Campbell and Shirley Sue Stephens.
In her lifetime, Sandra touched the hearts...
Joyce C. Little
Jul 27, 2024
Joyce C. Little, age 80 of Paducah died Saturday, July 27, 2024. She was born the daughter of the late J.C. Sanderson, and the late Luella Prince Harp. She was a homemaker who loved taking care of her family, and her cats. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Paducah. Her and her family had...
Josephine "Jody" Opiola
Jul 8, 2024
Josephine "Jody" Opiola, 73, of Benton, KY passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at Stonecreek Health & Rehab in Paducah, KY. Jody was born on June 18, 1951, in Chicago, IL, to her late parents, Izzy and Roberta "Babe" Fiorito. She was a woman of unwavering faith, following the Catholic beliefs she held dear throughout her life. She found...
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