Current Obituaries

Dr. Lane D. Ruppe

Dr. Lane D. Ruppe

Jun 9, 2017

Dr. Lane D. Ruppe, O.D., age 61 of Paducah died Friday, June 9, 2017 at his residence.  He was born the son of the late Donald Ruppe and the late Carmen Schmidt Ruppe.  He was an optometrist. 

He is survived by his son: Jacob Ruppe (Jennifer) of Champagne, IL; his sister: Kimberly Kohlar of Sarasota, FL; and his long time...

Edward D Blanchard

Edward D Blanchard

Jun 7, 2017

Edward D. Blanchard, age 74 of Eddyville, KY died Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Baptist Health in Paducah, KY.  He was born in Ohio County, the son of the late Perry Blanchard and the late Ilene Clark Blanchard.  He was a retired Senior Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy; having served for twenty-seven years.

He is survived by...

Okie J. Scott

Okie J. Scott

May 31, 2017

Okie J. Scott, age 88 of Paducah died Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. Born the daughter of the late Ralph Dorian Scott and the late Okie Lee Edwards Scott. She had worked at Magnavox and was also a homemaker. She was a member of Reidland Baptist Church.



Funeral services will be Monday, June 5,...

Thomas E. Ringstaff

Thomas E. Ringstaff

May 26, 2017

Thomas E. Ringstaff, age 79 of West Salem, OH died Friday, May 26, 2017 at his residence following a long illness.  Born the son of the late Jessie Ringstaff and the late Mayme Engar Ringstaff.  He was retired from General Motors, he was also a veteran of the United States Army.

Funeral services will be Thursday, June 1, 2017 at Keeling...

Ian E. Willett

Ian E. Willett

May 20, 2017

Ian Willett, age 34 of Paducah died Saturday, May 20, 2017 at his residence. Born the son of Christopher Willett and Gail Willett. He was the former general manager of Whaler's Catch in Paducah and most recently served as manager of Strickland's Seafood in Paducah . He was of the Catholic faith.



A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00...

Louise Kathleen Tucker

Louise Kathleen Tucker

May 4, 2017

Louise Kathleen Tucker, age 93 of Paducah, KY died Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Calvert City, KY. Born the daughter of the late Hardy Holmes and the late Cora Ann Reed Holmes. She had been the owner and operator of Tuckers Barbeque. She was of the Baptist faith.

There is no visitation scheduled. A...

Charles "ray" Christopher

Charles "ray" Christopher

May 2, 2017

Charles "Ray" Christopher, age 88, of The Lakes in Paducah died Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. Born the son of the late Walter Christopher and the late Mary Belle Cassitty Christopher. He was a switchman for P&L Railroad. He was a 1948 graduate of Paducah Tilghman High School and a member...

Jason Grey Clement

Jason Grey Clement

Apr 30, 2017

Jason Grey Clement, age 35 passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

He was born the son of Thomas and Tammera Clement of Paducah. He was a member of the Slug Cult of Huntsville, Alabama.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife: Alia Willett Clement of Paducah, his daughters: Rhiannon of...

Sandra J. Travis

Sandra J. Travis

Apr 15, 2017

Sandra J. Travis, 76, of Homewood Avenue passed away Saturday, April 15, 2017 at her residence.

Sandra was a retired beautician. She was a member of the Fellowship Assembly of Jesus Christ in Paducah. She is survived by a daughter: Jackie Berg (Randall) of LaVergne, TN; two grandchildren: Melody Berg and Melissa Beavers (David); a great grandchild: Michael Beavers; a...

David Eugene Deboe

David Eugene Deboe

Apr 14, 2017

David Eugene Deboe age 76 of Paducah passed away Friday April 14, 2017 at his residence.

Mr. Deboe worked as a Mechanic for Wayne Supply Company. He was a 1959 graduate of the Reidland High School, and a member of the Southland Baptist Temple. Surviving is his wife Sue Deboe of Paducah. Two sons, Michael David Deboe( Tammy) of North...

Gary Eugene Johnson

Gary Eugene Johnson

Apr 11, 2017

Gary Eugene Johnson of Paducah passed away Tuesday April 11, 2017 at his residence.

Mr. Johnson was retired from the Supreme Muffler Shop after 16 years of service. He served his country in the United States Air Force, and was a member of the American Legion Post 0031 and was a member of the Elks Club Lodge # 217. Surviving...

Claudia Nicole Anderson

Claudia Nicole Anderson

Apr 6, 2017

Claudia Nicole Anderson age 18 of Brookport, IL passed away Thursday, April 6, 2017 from injuries due to an automobile accident. She was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are her parents, Michael and Paula Anderson of Brookport. Her daughter, Gracelyn Nicole Anderson of Brookport. IL. Her brother, Charlie Anderson (Beckie) and sister, Faith Anderson both of Brookport, IL. Her grandparents,...

Mary June Powell

Mary June Powell

Mar 28, 2017

Mary June ( Oreskovich ) Powell age 86 of Paducah, KY. formerly of Livingston County, passed away Tuesday March 28, 2017 at 4:48 a.m. at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center of Paducah.

She was a member of the Twin Lakes Worship Center in Benton, KY. She retired from the Stacey's Restaurant. She is survived by one son, Gary...

Geneva Ward

Geneva Ward

Mar 26, 2017

Geneva Ward age 81 of Paducah passed away Sunday, March 26, 2017 at 10:45 P.M. at the Baptist Health of Paducah.

She was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are two sons, Robert Lynn Ward and Vernon Ward. Six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by, her parents Stanley Collins and Dora Newsome...

Allen D Breeden Sr

Allen D Breeden Sr

Mar 18, 2017

Allen ( AL ) D. Breeden Sr. age 77 of Paducah passed away Saturday March 18, 2017 at 5:00 a.m. at his residence.

Al was a native of Harper's Ferry West Virginia. He was a member of the Oasis Worship Center, and worked for James Marine as a night watchman. He retired from Lourdes Hospital after working for 23 years...

Jimmy Oliver Moore

Jimmy Oliver Moore

Feb 28, 2017

Jimmy Oliver Moore, age 78 of Paducah, KY. went to his heavenly home peacefully at 8:55 a.m. on Tuesday morning February 28, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.

Jimmy loved spending time with his family, including his nine grandchildren and two great granddaughters.. He was talented in many areas. He loved to work with wood, building cars...

Carolyn "sissy" Sullivan Turner

Carolyn "sissy" Sullivan Turner

Feb 25, 2017

Carolyn "Sissy" Sullivan Turner age 39 of Mayfield, KY. passed away Saturday February 25, 2017 at 10:37 a.m. at the Baptist Health Care of Paducah.

Mrs. Turner worked as manager of the Diner Bell Resturant. She was a member of the Water Valley Pentecostal Tabernacle. Surviving is her husband, Shane Turner of Mayfield. Two daughters, Kila Sullivan and Harley Turner...

Joyce Kay Barefield

Joyce Kay Barefield

Feb 22, 2017

Joyce Kay Barefield age 79 of Paducah passed away Wednesday February 22, 2017 at 5:53 p.m. at the Lourdes Hospital.

Mrs. Barefield was retired from the Paducah Board of Education. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women. She is survived by her two sons, Alan Barefield (Amy) of Starkville, MS. and Terry...

Glenn Otey

Glenn Otey

Feb 21, 2017

Well done thou good and faithful servant, were the words that Glenn Otey heard on

Feb 21, 2017 when his heavenly father called him to his heavenly home.

Glenn was a loving and caring and gentle soul who was loved by many, not only family but many friends and co-workers as well. Glen was a US Army Veteran where he...

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