Current Obituaries
Charles Anthony Antonites
Mar 23, 2025
Charles Anthony Antonites, 64, of Paducah passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Charles was born on May 21, 1960, in Waukegan, Illinois, to the late Peter and Peggy Antonites. He was a man of many passions and collector of fine things.
Charles was of the Baptist faith and also cherished his affiliation with the Fraternal Order...
Michael Ray Reaves
Mar 21, 2025
Michael Ray Reaves, born on August 14, 1946, in Cocoa, Florida, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Kentucky. He was a man of vibrant spirit and a love for cowboy movies, and actor, Matt Dillon. His passion for rock and roll music was evident in the energy he brought to dance...
Ruth Rushing May
Mar 12, 2025
Ruth Rushing May, a cherished member of the community, passed away on March 12, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Care Center in Paducah, at the age of 88. Born in Livingston County, KY, on November 1, 1936, Ruth’s life was a testament to her deep-rooted connections to her family and her dedication to her community.
Ruth was a beloved...
Carol Ann Spisak
Mar 9, 2025
Carol Ann Spisak, 56, of Paducah, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah. Carol was born on February 15, 1969, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late George and Nona Casada. She led a quiet life filled with simplicity and love, devoting the last 31 years to the love of her life, Danny. Their bond exemplified...
Mauris Alan Dodson
Feb 27, 2025
Mauris Alan Dodson, 63, of Paducah passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Life Care Center of LaCenter. Mauris was born on August 8, 1961 in Cairo, IL, the son of the late Mauris Alexander Dodson and Lois Evelyn Vance. Mauris was able to help others through organ donation with Network For Hope.
Mauris is survived by four sons, Dereck...
Glen Allen Hope
Feb 23, 2025
Glen Allen Hope, age 73, of Ledbetter, a devoted carpenter and cherished family man, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 23, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on August 4, 1951, in Oxford, MS, Glen lived a life filled with passion and dedication to both his craft and family.
Glen's career as a carpenter was not just a...
Raymond Lee Garland
Feb 18, 2025
Raymond Lee Garland, age 90, a cherished member of the Paducah community, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on April 8, 1934, in Paducah, Kentucky, Ray lived a life full of love, service, and devotion to his faith.
Ray began his career at a young age when, as an 18-year-old,...
Shelton Bonard Thompson
Jan 31, 2025
Shelton Thompson, age 58 of Ledbetter died Friday, January 31, 2025 at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital in Paducah. He was born the son of the late Rev. James Thompson, Sr. and Elnora Thomas Thompson. Shelton was a gifted athlete and excelled in football. He was a proud member of the 1985 Florida State recruiting class, the main class behind the...
Bobby Joe Theobald
Jan 28, 2025
Bobby Theobald, age 81 of Boaz passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah, Kentucky. He was born the son of Eula Theobald. Bobby retired as an Operator out of Local 181 in Paducah. He was a member of the Purchase Area Antique Tractor Club, a member of Folsomdale Masonic Lodge #283, a...
William Earl Duckett
Jan 25, 2025
William "Bill" Earl Duckett, 88 passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at his home in Ledbetter, KY. Bill was born on September 16, 1936, in Paducah to the late Paul Harold and Audrey Duckett.
A dedicated US Army veteran, Bill served from January 1955 until December 1957, demonstrating his commitment to his country. He retired from BF Goodrich in...
Barbara Lee Thompson
Jan 21, 2025
Barbara Lee Thompson, 61, of Paducah, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025, at Mercy Health Hospital in Paducah. Barbara was born on September 20th, 1963, in Houston, Texas.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Kerry Thompson; her loving mother, Nelda "Faye" Tabor of Paducah; her daughter, Christina White of TN; two brothers, William Jewell Tabor of Calvert City,...
Sylvia Louise Dismore
Jan 21, 2025
Sylvia Louise Dismore, 95, a beloved member of the Grand Rivers community, peacefully passed away on January 21, 2025, at Baptist Health Hospital in Paducah. She was born on October 25, 1929, in Livingston County, KY, the daughter of the late Albert and Marybell Langdon.
Sylvia was known for her vibrant personality and her love for dancing. She cherished the joy...
Marissa Beth Caldwell
Dec 26, 2024
Marissa Beth Caldwell, age 48, of Hermitage, TN, a wife, daughter, and friend, was born on June 29, 1976, in Paducah, Kentucky. She passed away at her residence on December 26, 2024.
Marissa was a proud graduate of Reidland High School, where she laid the foundation for her future aspirations. She pursued her passion for beauty and wellness by studying cosmetology.
Marissa...
Paul Thompson
Dec 23, 2024
Paul Thompson
March 15, 1962-December 23, 2024
Paul Thompson, age 62, a resident of Paducah, KY and former longtime resident of Westbrookville, NY, passed peacefully at Mercy Health-Lourdes Hospital on December 23, 2024.
Born on March 15, 1962 in Patterson NJ to the late Pauline Oakley and the late Ward Thompson, he graduated from Port Jervis High School in 1980 and worked at...
June Davidson Basye
Dec 23, 2024
June Davidson Basye,71, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. June was born on June 1, 1953, in Glenrothes, Scotland to the late David and Margaret Davidson.
June was a woman of deep faith, embodying the principles of love and compassion throughout her life. She found joy in the...
Janet Leigh Loveland
Dec 20, 2024
Janet Leigh Loveland, 62, of Kevil, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, at Mercy Health Lourdes in Paducah. Janet was born November 25, 1962, the daughter of the late Douglas and Florence Banks. She was an avid Christian and loved technology. Most recently, her most enjoyable hobby was playing Word Chums with her brother, Bill.
Janet is survived by her son,...
Clifford Young
Dec 19, 2024
Clifford Young, 97, of Paducah passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Rivers Bend Retirement Community in Kuttawa, KY. Clifford was born the son of the late Clair and Ruth Young. He was of the United Church of Christ faith.
He is survived by three sons; two daughters; and several grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Clifford was preceded in death by...
Betty Holland Hall
Dec 17, 2024
Betty Holland Hall age 74 of Murray died Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at her residence. She was born the daughter of the late James Prentice Holland, and the late Ruth Jones Modell Holland. She lived her life with a strong faith in God and was a long time supporter and contributor of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. She was of...
Jerry McMillin
Dec 17, 2024
Jerry M. McMillin age 74 of Paducah died Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. He was born the son of the late Dewayne McMillin and the late Marguerite Diel. He enjoyed working on crafts and was always ready for a game of bingo. He was of the Baptist faith.
Graveside services will be held...
Frank Ray Widdows
Dec 13, 2024
Frank Ray Widdows, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Parkview Nursing & Rehab in Paducah. Frank was born on May 15, 1944, in West Virginia, to the late Frank Raymond and Opal Love Widdows. He married the love of his life, Kay, on April 10, 1964, and together they celebrated 60 years...
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