Current Obituaries

Lula Belle Collins

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

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

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

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

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

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...

William "Buddy" Aubrey Miller, Jr.

William "Buddy" Aubrey Miller, Jr.

Jul 5, 2024

William "Buddy" Aubrey Miller, Jr., 77, of Calvert City, passed away on July 5, 2024, at his home. Buddy was born on December 9, 1946, in Obion, TN, to the late William Sr. and Juanita Miller.

Buddy attended Woodlawn Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He found great joy in the outdoors and had a passion for hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Tanya...

Lydia Marie Darnell

Lydia Marie Darnell

Jun 27, 2024

Lydia Marie Darnell, born Lydia Marie Poppenga on December 4, 1942, in Pekin, IL, peacefully passed away on June 27 2024, in her home in Paducah, KY. She was surrounded by the love of her family during her final moments.

Lydia was a beloved daughter of the late Bennie and Nellie Bell Poppenga. She shared a special bond with her late...

Roger Lee Trover

Roger Lee Trover

Jun 23, 2024

Roger Lee Trover, 74, of Paducah, peacefully passed away on June 23 2024, at Mercy Health Hospital in Paducah, KY. Roger was born December 27, 1949, in Clinton, IN, to the late Cloyd Jr. and Fern Trover. 

Roger was a Moose Legionnaire at Moose Lodge #285 in Paducah. He found solace in the simple joys of fishing, camping, and singing karaoke...

James "Todd" Hill

James "Todd" Hill

Jun 22, 2024

James "Todd" Hill, age 55 of Gilbertsville died Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington.  He was the son of the late James W. Hill, and Dorothy "Dottie" Hill of Gilbertsville.  He worked at Wal-Mart, and was a small engine mechanic, repaired computers, and an avid reader.  He was of the Lutheran faith.

A Memorial...

Larry Dale Houston

Larry Dale Houston

Jun 15, 2024

Larry Dale Houston, 73, of Almo, KY, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at his residence. He was born October 22, 1950, to the late Edgar and Marie Houston of Murray, KY.

Larry was of the Baptist faith and a member of Sugar Creek Baptist Church. He was a faithful employee at Houston Ag for many years.

In addition to his parents,...

Thomas P. "Tommy" Hayden

Thomas P. "Tommy" Hayden

Jun 14, 2024

Thomas P. "Tommy" Hayden, 63, of Paducah, passed away on Friday, June 14 2024, at his home.

Born on December 28, 1960, in Paducah, Tommy's impact on the community was profound. He was a beloved member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church dedicated countless hours volunteering at the Community Kitchen in Paducah. Tommy's selflessness extended even further as he served...

Rosalie Buttry Cornwell

Rosalie Buttry Cornwell

Jun 7, 2024

Rosalie Buttry Cornwell, 63, of Paducah passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.Rosalie was born on February 2, 1961, in Wyatt, Missouri to the late William "Willie" and Bessy (Wyatt) Buttry. She went on to live a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her Christian faith. She...

Frankie Lee Wilson

Frankie Lee Wilson

Jun 2, 2024

Frankie Lee Wilson, age 69 of Saltillo, Texas died on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital.  He was born the son of the late Kenneth Wilson, and Dorthy Faye Barrow Wilson.  He was an owner/operator of Wilson Freight Lines, LLC.  When Frankie had some free time, you could most likely find him riding his Harley Davidson Road...

Donald Peter Woodward

Donald Peter Woodward

Jun 1, 2024

Donald Peter Woodward, aged 71, of Paducah, KY, passed away on June 1st, 2024 at Baptist Health Paducah. Donald was born in Nottingham, England on August 20th, 1952, to his late parents, Peter S. Woodward and Barbara Woodward Cornwell. 

Donald proudly served in the Royal Navy and worked as a Hydrographical Surveyor before retiring. In his free time, he enjoyed reading...

Julie Marie McElwayne

Julie Marie McElwayne

May 20, 2024

Julie Marie McElwayne, age 63 of Symsonia died May 20, 2024 at her sons residence.  She was born the daughter of Roy B. Smith and the late Delois Christian Smith.  Julie was of the Christian faith and loved spending time with her grandchildren, her husband, and her family.  She loved time spent camping and fishing when the opportunity presented itself....

Charles Michael Whitt

Charles Michael Whitt

May 17, 2024

Charles Michael Whitt,56, of Paducah, passed away on Friday, May 17 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. He was born on September 6, 1967, to the late Carlton and Charlotte Louise Whitt. Charles was a member of Heartland Baptist Church.He is survived by his long-time companion, Shirley Wilson of Paducah; two sisters, Lana Perrin...

Douglas Eugene Carter

Douglas Eugene Carter

May 13, 2024

Doug Carter, 75, of Paducah passed away on May 13, 2024, at Mercy Health Hospital in Paducah, Kentucky. He was born on January 10, 1949, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late David and Ruth Carter.Doug led a life filled with passion and enthusiasm for classic cars. His outgoing personality endeared him to all who his path crossed; he never met...

Wilma Alice Adkins

Wilma Alice Adkins

May 5, 2024

Wilma Alice Miller Adkins, 80, of Hopkinsville, formerly of Paducah passed away on May 5, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah. She was born on August 31, 1943, in Paducah, KY, to the late William Alex and Edna Marie Miller. Wilma was a retired Cafeteria Manager and worked at Clark Elementary School for many years. In her early years, she was...

Charles Kent Byars

Charles Kent Byars

Apr 22, 2024

Charles Kent Byars passed away on April 22, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah after a short illness, he was 67. He will be missed by his family, friends and neighbors.Kent was born on October 12, 1956, at Riverside Hospital in Paducah, to Bobby and Lanie Byars of Paducah. Kent was a lifelong resident of Paducah and was a proud...

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