Our Obituaries
Tommy Allen Tillotson
October 10, 1942 - May 19, 2013
Tommy Allen Tillotson, age 70, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 4:35 PM, Sunday, May 19, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
He was born October 10, 1942, in Henderson, to the late Morris and Lucille Tillotson. Mr. Tillotson was a member of Bennett Memorial United Methodist Church for over 20 years. Tommy worked for Markham Security for 19 years; he also worked...
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Darrell Ray Robertson
April 1, 1930 - May 19, 2013
Darrell Ray Robertson, age 83, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:10 PM, Sunday, May 19, 2013, at St. Mary's, Evansville, IN.
Mr. Robertson was the owner and operator of Southern Well Survey since 1982.
He was preceded in death by his wife Colleen Robertson and his son Richard Allen Robertson.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Janie Northcutt Henderson, KY
1 Son: David...
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Patricia Gail Esparza
July 11, 1954 - May 18, 2013
Patricia "Gail" Esparza, age 58, of Henderson, Kentucky passed away at 6:36 PM Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Gail was a member of First Baptist Church and had previously worked for Sunspring for several years.
Survivors include:
Her husband of 40 years: Louis Esparza Henderson, KY
1 Daughter: Kendra Esparza ...
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Sherian Kaye Howard
November 27, 1946 - May 3, 2013
Sherian Kaye Nunley Howard, age 66, passed away Friday, May 3, 2013, at Frankfort Regional Medical Center after an extended illness.
A native of Henderson, Kentucky, she was born November 27, 1946. She was a graduate of Henderson County High School Class of 1964, a graduate of University of Kentucky College of Nursing, and a retired registered nurse.
Ms. Howard is survived by her...
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Virginia Juanita Durbin
May 23, 1928 - May 2, 2013
Virginia Juanita Durbin, age 84, of Henderson, Kentucky passed away at 10:10 PM, Thursday, May 2, 2013, at Redbanks Nursing Home, Henderson, Kentucky.
Ms. Durbin had attended Church of God of Prophecy.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Casey Durbin in 2004 and her parents, Douglas Chesterfield Henry and Sarah Minnie White Henry.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Judith Davis ...
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Darrel Eugene Chaney
February 16, 1955 - May 2, 2013
Darrel Eugene Chaney, age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:00 PM, Thursday, May 2, 2013, at his home.
Mr. Chaney's family owned and operated the former Frank G. Schmitt Co. He started working there at a very young age, continuing until it closed in 2007. He attended 7th Street Elementary School, and City High graduating in 1973. Darrel completed his Associates degree in Business at...
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Ruth Celeste Alderson
April 12, 1931 - May 1, 2013
Mrs. Ruth Celeste Alderson, 82, of Cartersville died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at Kathy Cares Hospice. She was born April 12, 1931 in Morganfield, Kentucky and was the daughter of the late Henry Lee Whittaker, Sr. and the late Katherine Riddle.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence James Blair, Sr.; her son, Gerald Lee Blair; and her brother,...
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Nina J. "Sissy" Basham
June 13, 1938 - April 25, 2013
Nina J. "Sissy" Basham, age 74, of Spottsville, KY, passed away at 10:35 AM, Thursday, April 25, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center.
Mrs. Basham was born in Richmond, IN and moved to Spottsville as a child. At the age of 16, Nina married the love of her life, Aaron "A.D." Basham, Sr., who was fresh out of the U.S. Marine Corps. Sissy enjoyed fishing and camping, she loved to...
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Audrey Wallace
August 24, 1920 - April 24, 2013
Audrey Wallace, age 92, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:15 PM, Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mrs. Wallace was a member of Zion Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Wallace and parents Charles Augustus and Birdie Martin Alexander.
Survivors include:
2 Daughters: Sharon McBride
Joyce Ann Wallace
3 Sons: ...
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Kenneth Ray "Buzzy" Cox
February 22, 1938 - April 24, 2013
Kenneth Ray "Buzzy" Cox, age 75, of Henderson, KY, went to be with the Lord at 4:00 AM, Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at Western Kentucky Veterans Center, Hanson, KY.
Buzzy was born on February 22, 1938 to Clifford and Lena Cox. He grew up in Hebbardsville near the Green River bottoms where his dad was a logger. Kenneth met the love of his life, Lora, in 1959 and they married in 1961. He was a...
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Robert E. Blackwell
December 15, 1963 - April 23, 2013
Robert E. Blackwell, age 49, of Morganfield, KY, passed away at 2:25am, Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at Methodist Hospital.
Robert was a member of the Haven Pentecostal Church and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Blackwell was a U.S. Army veteran.
Survivors include:
Wife of 15 years: Patricia Blackwell Morganfield, KY
2 Step-Daughters: Ginny Rickard and husband Mike "Bobo"
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Kenneth Harold "Smokey" Busby
September 19, 1951 - April 21, 2013
Kenneth Harold "Smokey" Busby, age 61, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:59 AM, Sunday, April 21, 2013, at Methodist Hospital.
He was of the Baptist faith and was a Deacon. Kenneth was affectionately known to all as "Smokey". He was employed at T.J. Maxx in Evansville, IN, Kenneth had many friends there and enjoyed his working years. Smokey had a great work ethic and was very mechanically...
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James Dillard Brack
April 18, 2013
James Dillard Brack, age 84 of Kankakee, Il formerly of Calumet City, IL died Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Riverside Medical Center, Kankakee, IL.
He was born February 23, 1929 in Henderson, Kentucky the son of Commodore and Annie Bennit Lester Brack. He married Rosemary Cannon on December 21, 1953. Mr. Brack worked for HH Robertson Construction for 38 years, retiring in 1992. His heart...
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Jane Ellen Todd Courtney
November 21, 1920 - April 17, 2013
Jane Ellen Todd Courtney, age 92, of Little Dixie, passed away at 7:20 AM, Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at the home of her son, Jimmy Courtney.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 76 years, James Ransom Courtney Sr. in 1996, 3 brothers: Roy Todd, Amos Eugene Todd, Pete Todd, 5 sisters: Dorothy Hill, Daisy Walters, Ana Jean Todd, Bertha Louise Todd, Amy Irene Todd and a grandson: Mark...
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Herbert Frederick Hoffman
January 20, 1917 - April 16, 2013
Herbert Frederick Hoffman, age 96, of Henderson, KY, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at Western Kentucky Veteran's Center, Hanson, KY.
Herb was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church and was a retired oil and gas producer. He served as Director of Civil Defense for Henderson City and County for more than 25 years. Herb was a veteran having served in the US Navy during WWII. He...
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Daniel Lee Pirtle
August 16, 1934 - April 15, 2013
Daniel Lee Pirtle, age 78, of Robards, KY, passed away at 3:25am, Monday, April 15, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospital.
Daniel was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired truck driver working most recently with Henderson County Road Department.
Daniel Pirtle was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Rosabelle Pirtle, and his wife, Emma Jean Ledbetter Pirtle.
Survivors include:
2...
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Alma Francis Walters Hubbard
June 16, 1936 - April 7, 2013
Alma Francis Walters Hubbard, age 76, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 8:10 AM, Sunday, April 7, 2013, at her home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Mrs. Hubbard was born in 1936 to a large family of 7 girls and 3 boys. She was raised in the mountains and considered herself to be a "tomboy". Alma worked in various industries for over 30 years and retired from Gamco after 20 years. In...
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Helen Louise Taylor
September 23, 1927 - April 6, 2013
Helen L. Taylor, age 85, of Henderson, KY passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
Ms. Taylor was preceded in death by her husband, George Thomas Taylor Jr. in 1986 and a son, Daniel Lee Taylor in 1980.
Helen was born in Altamont, Illinois and later met and married her husband, George Taylor Jr in 1946. She was of the Presbyterian Faith, an American...
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K. Marshall Blackburn
October 10, 1985 - April 3, 2013
K. Marshall Blackburn, age 27, of Henderson, Kentucky went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2013.
He was a member of Henderson General Baptist Church. Marshall graduated from Henderson County High School in 2004 and was a graduate of the University of Louisville, having earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications. Marshall was employed with Big Rivers Electric...
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Marcella Imogene Blake
November 24, 1928 - April 1, 2013
Marcella Imogene Blake
Marcella Imogene Blake, age 84 , of Henderson, KY passed away Monday, April 1, 2013 at Riverside Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Calhoun, Kentucky..
Mrs. Blake was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and a homemaker.
Survivors include:
Her husband of 7 years: Richard Monroe Blake Henderson, KY
1 Brother: Bob Gipson ...
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Curtis Snodgrass
August 1, 1962 - April 1, 2013
Curtis Neal Snodgrass, age 50, a lifelong resident of Henderson County, KY passed away on Monday, April 1, 2013 at Methodist Hospital.
Curtis retired after working 21 years with Scott Lumber Company. He was of the Baptist faith and as a small boy attended Baskett Baptist church. He loved helping people and taking care of his cars. Best friend, James, recalls waking up to noise at 3am only...
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Viola Haner
February 14, 1924 - March 25, 2013
Viola Haner, age 89, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 25, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mrs. Haner was the only child born to Alves and Elva Young in 1924. In her twenty's she moved to Henderson, where she met and married her husband Henry C. Haner. In their younger years they enjoyed dancing at the Moose Lodge. Viola was a very talented seamstress. She...
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William Ralph Beals
September 7, 1942 - March 24, 2013
William Ralph Beals, age 70, of Corydon, KY, passed away at 6:21 AM, Sunday, March 24, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Mr. Beals was an Air Force veteran having severed during the Vietnam War. In 1962 he married Shirley O'Dell at Audubon Baptist Parsonage in Henderson by the Reverend Dillard West. He then started working for Southern Bell in 1967 until...
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Marc Groves
March 20, 2013
Marc Groves, age 51, of Casselberry, FL, formerly of Henderson, KY passed away from a heart attack on March 20, 2013, in Casselberry, FL.
Mr. Groves was a graduate of Henderson County High School, Class Of 1980.
Mr. was preceded in death by his father William Walter Groves and his step-father Richard Lepsch.
Survivors include:
Mother: Jane Lepsch Henderson, KY
2 Sisters...
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Darrel L. Boling
September 10, 1938 - March 19, 2013
Darrel Lee Boling, age 74, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:53 AM, Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Mr. Boling was retired from Gamco after 25 years of hard work. He was a member of Hyland Baptist Church and The Gathering Place. In his spare time he enjoyed playing pool, walking and watching television.
Survivors include:
Wife of...
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Lena Mae Carter Schenk
December 20, 1926 - March 17, 2013
Lena Mae Carter Schenk, age 86, of Henderson, KY, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 7:00am at Redbanks Nursing Home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Lena was born in 1926 and grew up in the Baskett community. She was the last living survivor of 14 children born to Willie and Elizabeth (Lizzie) McCormick. Lena attended Weaverton School until she started working at Atlas Tack where...
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Regina Lynn Thompson
September 14, 1968 - March 14, 2013
Regina Lynn Thompson, age 44, of Henderson, KY, passed away, Thursday, March 14, 2013, at her home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Regina was a seamstress for Budge Industries for eight years. She was song leader and secretary for The Family Temple in Beals. She was a 26 year survivor of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Regina loved participating and spreading the gospel for the RedBanks...
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Johnny Lee Mayes
October 24, 1950 - March 10, 2013
Johnny L. Mayes, age 62, of Spottsville, KY, passed away at 4:00 AM, Sunday, March 10, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Evansville, IN.
Mr. Mayes attended New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. He painted towers for Pittsburgh Tank and Tower for 28 years.
Johnny was preceded in death by his parents Jessie and Martha Mayes and two sisters.
Survivors include:
Wife of 43 years: ...
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Carol Mattingly Hosmon
February 17, 1916 - March 4, 2013
Carol Mattingly Hosmon, age 97, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:16 PM, Monday, March 4, 2013, at her home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Carol was a faithful member of Reed Community Church and a retired hairdresser. She was very active at the Gathering Place, where she enjoyed exercising, playing with the Kitchen Band, and taking part in the Senior Games. Carol loved her family...
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William T. "Tom" Owens
October 25, 1924 - March 4, 2013
William T. "Tom" Owens, age 88, of Morganfield, KY, passed away at 11:30 PM, Monday, March 4, 2013, at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
Tom was born and raised in Dixon, KY. Mr. Owens was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during WWII. In 1984, he married his wife Janice McConnell Owens. He retired after 30 years of service from Gamco Products and was member of the...
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Anderson E. "Andy" Ramsey
April 25, 1932 - February 26, 2013
Anderson E. "Andy" Ramsey, age 80, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:13 PM, Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mr. Ramsey worked in sales for Levee Lift for over 30 years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and American Legion #68 in Lyon County, KY. Andy was a U.S. Army and Air Force Veteran.
He was preceded in death by his son Richard Ramsey, parents Fred...
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Robert O. "Bob" Alvey
July 25, 1935 - February 26, 2013
Rev. Robert "Bob" O. Alvey, 77, of Reed, Kentucky, went to heaven Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Deaconess Downtown, Evansville.
After joining the Army at 17 years of age and the completion of his tour of duty, Bob was a long haul truck driver having received his Teamsters card in 1958, a coal-miner, member of the UMWA, an operating engineer with Local 181 of the IUOE, and a farmer; however,...
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Marie Henshaw
September 19, 1937 - February 16, 2013
Marie Henshaw
Marie Henshaw, age 75, of Henderson, KY passed away at 3:30 A.M. Saturday, February 16, 2013, at Redbanks Nursing Home, under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Ms. Henshaw was a long time member of Calvary Baptist Church where she was active in Vacation Bible School and in the children's nursery. She worked at the Geneva Store for 9 years and Wal-Mart for over 13 years and...
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Rick Stewart
February 20, 1945 - February 12, 2013
Rick Stewart, age 67, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 8:15 AM, Tuesday, February 12, 2013, at Medco Center of Henderson.
Mr. Stewart was a U.S. Army Veteran and he worked at Vincent Plastics for several years.
He was preceded in death by his parents Vernon L. and Betty J. Stewart.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Kelly Grimes Robards, KY
5 Sons: Tommy Stewart Robards,...
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Kenneth R, "Whopper Jaws" Cook
September 9, 1941 - February 11, 2013
Kenneth R. "Whopper Jaws" Cook, age 71, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:34 PM, Monday, February 11, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Mr. Cook was a truck driver for 35 years at D & D Trucking, Morganfield, KY and also with Roads and River for several years. He was a member of Country View Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening and loved horse and buggy...
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Byron Collier, Jr.
August 9, 1940 - February 11, 2013
Byron Collier, Jr., age 72, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:30 AM, Monday, February 11, 2013, at his home.
Mr. Collier was retired from Central Soya after 23 years. He cherished his little dog Tubby.
He was preceded in death by his parents Bryon Sr., and Hattie Collier.
Survivors include:
Wife of 50 years: Rita Collier
1 Daughter: Cindy Collier
1 Son: Scott...
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Aydon James Shelton
February 9, 2013 - February 10, 2013
Aydon James Shelton, 1 day old, of Evansville, IN, passed away at 2:45 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2013, at The Women's Hospital, Newburgh, IN.
Survivors include:
Mother: Jessica Shelton Evansville, IN
Maternal Grandmother: Christi Shelton Evansville, IN
Maternal Grandfather: Christopher Shelton
Step Maternal Grandmother: Karoline Shelton Both...
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Roy Brown
June 23, 1936 - February 7, 2013
Roy Brown, age 76, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 1:30 AM, Thursday, February 7, 2013, at Deaconess Gateway Heart Hospital, Newburgh, IN.
Mr. Brown was a member at First Assembly of God Church, where he was actively involved in various leadership positions.
He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Josephine Sims Brown, Sr, and daughter Sandy Swearer in 2005.
Survivors...
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Joan Littlepage
December 9, 1930 - February 6, 2013
Joan Littlepage
Joan Littlepage, age 82, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 3:29 AM, Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center.
She was born in Henderson, KY on December 9, 1930 to Druadell Critser Littlepage-Pace and James Albert Littlepage. She attended Weaverton and Seventh Street grade schools, and graduated from Barrett Memorial Training School in 1949....
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Clarence John Kaminski
June 26, 1927 - February 4, 2013
Clarence J. Kaminski, age 85, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 8:45pm, Monday, February 4, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center.
Clarence was born in Mantua, OH on June 26, 1927. He graduated from Shalersville (OH) High School, was a long-time resident of Seven Hills, OH, and moved to Henderson in 1983. Clarence attended John Carroll University and Case Institute of Technology ...
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Mable M. Arnett
December 19, 1936 - February 1, 2013
Mable M. Arnett
Mable M. Arnett, age 76 of Henderson, KY, passed away at 3:48 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2013, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Evansville, IN.
Mrs. Arnett attended Cash Creek Baptist Church. During her working years, she worked as a CNA.
Mrs. Arnett was preceded in death by her parents; Elmer and Adlean White; 5 brothers, Daniel Woolridge, Elmer C. White, Jr., King White,...
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Marcella Mays McGraw
August 14, 1921 - January 29, 2013
Marcella Hooper Mays McGraw, age 91, of Dixon, KY, died Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at Redbanks Nursing Home.
She was born in Henderson County on August 14, 1921, to James N. and Lillian Eakins Hooper. She was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and working out of doors. She was a member of Geneva Baptist Church. She also worked for a number of years at the...
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Nat White, Jr.
March 25, 1930 - January 28, 2013
Nat White, Jr., age 82, of Owensboro, KY, passed away at 4:35 PM, Monday, January 28, 2013, at Redbanks Nursing Home.
Nat left school in the seventh grade to go to work on the farm. He married his sweetheart, Lola, on September 27, 1947. Nat worked at Whirlpool for 37 years and 9 months. When he wasn't working you could find him tinkering in his garage and listening to country music. Often...
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Michael M. McHugh
March 21, 1943 - January 21, 2013
Michael M. McHugh, age 69, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 8:51 PM, Monday, January 21, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mr. McHugh was heavy equipment operator with the Union Hall Local 181. He was a member at Bellfield Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Mildred Myers McHugh and sister, Diane McHugh.
Survivors include:
Wife of 50 years: ...
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Paul "Slim" Hudnall
May 29, 1922 - January 20, 2013
Paul "Slim" Hudnall
Paul Hudnall, age 90, of Madisonville, KY, passed away at 6:40pm, Sunday, January 21, 2013, at Hillside Villas in Madisonville, KY.
Paul was self-employed as a carpenter and owned his own business, Hudnall's Home Improvements which was housed in the Eastgate Shopping Center. A very skilled craftsman, you would never know he was basically self-taught. He was a hard...
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Emma Gene Glunt
May 18, 1924 - January 19, 2013
Emma Gene Glunt, age 88, former longtime resident of Henderson, KY, passed away at 9:30 PM, Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Reflections at Carolina Forest in Conway, SC.
Gene was born on May 18, 1924 in Providence, KY. She attended Hebbardsville Elementary School, and graduated from both Weaverton High School and Evansville Business College. She was a member of: Hospital Auxiliary, Henderson...
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Sharon "Aggie" Murch
March 16, 1954 - January 12, 2013
Sharon Ruth "Aggie" Murch
Sharon Ruth "Aggie" Murch, age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 5:18 a.m., Saturday, January 12, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
As a girl, she attended Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School. Soon after, she met and married her late husband, Terry. When she wasn't crafting or working on an art project, you could find them together at a local car show...
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John Wesley "Johnny" King, Jr.
May 5, 1954 - January 11, 2013
John Wesley "Johnny" King, Jr., age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:06 p.m., Friday, January 11, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
In the late 1980s, Johnny met, fell in love with, and married the love of his life Shirley. He worked as a Mechanic, and general "Jack of all Trades", with Farm Bureau Service Center for over 20 years. He then moved on to S&W Rack where he...
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Julie Patanelli
July 20, 1959 - January 9, 2013
Julie Patanelli, age 53, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 1:58 PM, Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Ms. Patanelli worked at Gibbs Die Cast Company.
She was preceded in death by Louis and Mardella Johnson Patanelli.
Survivors include:
2 Brothers: Scott Patanelli
Tim Patanelli Both of Elkhart, IN
Services will...
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Mary Ann Alvey
January 13, 1939 - January 8, 2013
Mary Ann Alvey, age 73, of Reed, KY, passed away at 10:58 PM, Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mrs. Alvey was a member of Reed Community Church, where she loved to sing. Mary Ann was a great homemaker. She enjoyed blackberry picking season and NASCAR.
She was preceded in death by her parents Hubert & Nannie Marie Midkiff, 2 sons Darrell Wayne and Robert O....
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James Truman "Jim" Stanley
August 24, 1945 - January 8, 2013
James Truman "Jim" Stanley, age 67, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 12:22 PM, Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Mr. Stanley was a graduate of South Hopkins High School. He was employed at Whirlpool, Ford Motors, and eventually retired from Retiki Mines. Jim was a very active member of Watson Lane Baptist Church for over 20 years. He enjoyed...
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Giman Davis Hall
October 15, 1922 - January 8, 2013
Giman Davis Hall, age 90, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 4:46 AM, Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Western Kentucky Veterans Center, Hanson, KY.
He worked at the Gleaner from 1942 to 1944, then served in the United States Navy from 1944-1946. Mr. Hall then returned to the Gleaner, and eventually retired from Evansville Printing Corp. Giman was a member of First Baptist Church.
Giman was...
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Ira Wayne Williams
February 29, 1924 - January 5, 2013
Ira Wayne Williams
Ira Wayne Williams, age 88, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:45 a.m, Saturday, January 5, 2013 at his home.
Mr. Williams served in the US Army during WWII and saw action in the Ardennes, Rhineland and other parts of Central Europe. He received the Europe-Africa-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with 3 Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal and WWII Victory Medal. He spent 36...
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Iva May Green
March 5, 1931 - December 30, 2012
Iva May Green, age 81, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:45 AM, Sunday, December 30, 2012, at her home.
Iva was a member of Advance Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents George and Mabel Simpson, her loving husband Boyd Green, a son Michael, a sister Eva Dion and brother Charles Simpson.
Survivors include:
2 Daughters: Vicki King and husband Brad ...
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Frances B. Harrell
March 11, 1927 - December 30, 2012
Frances B. Harrell, age 85, of Henderson, KY, was called home to be with her heavenly father, at 2:50 AM, Sunday, December 30, 2012, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson, KY, after fighting a long and hard battle with Lymphoma since 2009.
Frances was born to Edith and Oliver Golday of Henderson, KY on March 11, 1927. She was the most optimistic person that you could have...
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Mary Smiley Banks
September 9, 1926 - December 21, 2012
Mary Smiley Banks
Mary Smiley Banks, age 86, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 11:56 AM, Friday, December 21, 2012, at Select Specialty in Evansville, IN.
Mrs. Banks was a member at Immanuel Baptist Temple here in Henderson. She enjoyed serving the community as an Audubon Area Senior Companion.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, William Morris Smiley, her son, Jimmy Raney, a...
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Durwood Louis Brown
December 22, 1931 - December 17, 2012
Durwood Louis Brown, age 80, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 12:05 PM, Monday, December 17, 2012, at his home while he was sleeping.
Durwood was of the Baptist faith and a member of Audubon Baptist Church from the time he was a small boy. He was one of 12 children, six boys and six girls. Durwood worked as a carpenter all his life after graduating high school.
Mr. Brown was preceded in...
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Richard M. Welch
April 16, 1943 - December 14, 2012
Richard M. Welch, age 69, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 3:20 AM, Friday, December 14, 2012, at Redbanks Nursing Home.
Richard was an operator for the carnival.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Mary Ann Lankford Irvine, CA
Many Friends
Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 in Biram Hall at First Assembly of God Church, Henderson, KY. ...
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Paul Bennett
October 23, 1929 - December 7, 2012
Paul Bennett
Paul Bennett, 83, of Henderson, died Friday, December 7, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Evansville after suffering a brain aneurysm two days earlier.
Mr. Bennett was a lifelong resident of Henderson County. He grew up in Zion and graduated from Hebbardsville High School. Mr. Bennett spent most of his working life driving a truck. He also owned and operated Pearson's Tavern...
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Louwhelm Phelps
April 11, 1922 - December 6, 2012
Louwhelm Phelps, age 90, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:12 PM, Thursday, December 6, 2012, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center.
Louwhelm started at the young age of 11 years old, taking care of and helping out with her family. She had always been the anchor of the family. She was there for family and friends for life's most important advice. Her source of guidance was always based...
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Leo Barkley Capps
September 14, 1938 - December 5, 2012
Leo Barkley Capps, age 74, of Henderson, Kentucky, died on Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at 6:25PM of Parkinsons Disease and Pnemonia.
Barkley was a kind, loving father of three boys. He is of Catholic faith but attended Hyland Baptist Church. He loved his church and his Hyland family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Catherine Capps. He had four deceased sisters:...
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Antha "Ann" Teague
December 22, 1921 - December 5, 2012
Antha "Ann" Teague, age 90, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 8:30 AM, Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at Redbanks Nursing Home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Ann grew up and went to school in Smith Mills. She was a long time member at Bennett Memorial United Methodist Church where she enjoyed fellowship with friends in Christ. She retired from Osborn Brush Company where she worked as an...
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Scherry A. Howard
October 16, 1961 - November 24, 2012
Scherry A. Howard, age 51, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 2:19 PM, Saturday, November 24, 2012, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Scherry was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her son Bryan Howard, parents Wallace C. & Betty E. Edgell, 3 brothers Wallace E., Jerry, and Donald C. Edgell, and two sisters Margaret Sparks, and Linda Barrows.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: ...
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Thomas Anthony Brocato
March 31, 1953 - November 21, 2012
Thomas Anthony Brocato, age 59, a longtime resident of Henderson, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, Kentucky.
Thomas was an avid hunter. He had worked for Gamco Products for several years and had attended Zion Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his father, Vincent Brocato Sr.
Surviving Mr. Brocato:
1 Daughter: Carmen...
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Susie Beatrice Busby
May 2, 1915 - November 19, 2012
Susie Beatrice Busby, age 97, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 2:37 AM, Monday, November 19, 2012, at Redbanks Nursing Home Henderson, KY.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 60 years Larkin Busby, parents Asher and Nancy Gregory, 2 brothers; Thomas & Bill Gregory, and 3 sisters; Mary Butler, Frances Pruitt, & Charlotte Cates.
Mrs. Busby was the oldest member of Cash...
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George LaRue McClure
January 27, 1953 - November 18, 2012
George LaRue McClure, age 59, of Robards, KY, went home to the Lord at 4:35 AM, Sunday, November 18, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
At the age of 9 months, his mother,Virginia, passed away. Following that event, he was raised by Genieve and James Swope. As a child, George was the first African American to attend Bend Gate School during the Jim Crowe days. He also began attending...
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Jane Hammond
January 7, 1932 - November 17, 2012
Jane Hammond, age 80, a Henderson resident for most of her life, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at Colonial Terrace Nursing Home.
Jane graduated from Barrett High School in Henderson County. Jane enjoyed teaching the 1st and the 3rd grades. She furthered her education in the 1960's by getting her Master's Degree in Education. She continued, still, with higher education...
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Mary Ruth Baxter
August 9, 1937 - November 15, 2012
Mary Ruth Baxter, age 75, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:30 AM, Thursday, November 15, 2012, at Select Specialty, Evansville, IN.
Ms. Baxter was preceded in death by her parents Cherley & Dessie Kathryn Baxter and brothers Joyce Ray, Jimmy, Timothy, and Roger Baxter.
She was of the Baptist faith and retired from RCA.
Survivors include:
1 Son: Joel R. Baxter Indianapolis,...
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Danette Carlisle Snodgrass
December 22, 1959 - November 12, 2012
Danette Carlisle Snodgrass
Danette Carlisle Snodgrass, age 52, a lifelong resident of Henderson County, KY passed away on Monday, November 12, 2012 at Lucy Smith King Care Center.
Danette graduated Henderson County High School with perfect attendance. She loved music from the 60s. Some of her favorites were Patsy Kline, Loretta Lynn and more currently, Alabama. Mrs. Snodgrass loved...
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William Thomas 'Bill" Biggs
March 13, 1942 - November 10, 2012
William Thomas "Bill" Biggs, age 70, formerly of Henderson, passed away at 3:13 PM, Saturday, November 10, 2012, at his home in Dunedin, Fl, where he spent most of his adult life enjoying the beach.
Mr. Biggs was retired from the hospitality industry. He loved old cars, going to camp grounds, swimming, watching Broadway Musicals, dancing, and Nascar. He especially enjoyed his '85 Cadillac. He...
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John R. West
May 5, 1920 - November 9, 2012
John R. West, age 92, a lifetime resident of Henderson County, KY, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2012 at his home here. Mr. West was under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
He was a very loving Christian man. He attended Weaverton and Grave Creek School as a child. At 14 years old he left school to work on the family farm and had enjoyed farming all his life. As a young man he...
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Francele N. Griffin
September 12, 1926 - November 6, 2012
Francele N. Griffin, age 86, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, November 6, 2012, at her home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Mrs. Griffin was preceded in death by her husband Randolph Watkins, son Doug Watkins, parents Harry and Lola Newman, 2 brothers Lockett Newman and Harry Clay Newman, and 2 sisters Hazel Pleasant and Annie Laura Wood.
She was a member of...
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Connie Brockett
August 31, 1954 - November 3, 2012
Connie Brockett, age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 3:26 AM, Saturday, November 3, 2012, at Lucy Smith King Care Center under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
She worked for many years at Sights Denim System. She also worked at W.A.R.M. Center and Methodist Hospital both in Henderson.
Survivors include:
Husband: Roy Brockett Louisville, KY
2 Daughters: ...
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M. Gaynor Howell, Jr.
October 4, 1937 - October 31, 2012
With great sorrow, we announce the passing of Marshall Gaynor Howell, Jr., M.D. on October 31, 2012. He passed unexpectedly in the presence of family and friends at Methodist Hospital in Henderson, KY.
Gaynor, affectionately known as Big Daddy, by family and friends, touched many lives during his 75 years. He was born October 4, 1937 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Marshall Gaynor Howell, Sr...
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Melba Harris Downs
March 7, 1948 - October 24, 2012
Melba Harris Downs, age 64, of Robards, KY, passed away at 9:50 AM, Wednesday, October 24, 2012, at her home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
Ms. Downs was preceded in death by her husband Johnny Downs, son Bobby Sumpter, parents Mickey Harris and Bob and Elizabeth Graham, and a brother William Harris.
She was retired from Audubon Metals. She loved to play cards, fish and to garden...
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Ronald Thomas Standridge
January 11, 1938 - October 18, 2012
Ronald T. Standridge
Ron Standridge, age 74 departed this world to be with our Lord and Savior at 1:10 PM, October 18, 2012 at home with his family under St. Anthony's Hospice Care.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Martha , 4 daughters, Tami Chambers and her husband Larry, Kim Duncan and her husband Ernie, and Veronica Powell, all of Henderson, Shawn Beavin and her husband...
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Brenda Crafton
November 11, 1946 - October 8, 2012
Brenda Crafton, age 65, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 9:45 AM, Monday, October 8, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
Mrs. Crafton was preceded in death by her parents Timmons and Dolores DeMoss, and loving husband of 34 years Al "Pappy" Crafton.
She was a longtime member of Eastview Baptist Church. Most of her activities revolved around the church and youth group. She enjoyed...
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Carroll T. Stone
September 4, 1941 - October 3, 2012
Carroll T. Stone, age 71, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 1:50 PM, Wednesday, October 3, 2012.
He loved birds, and going to the park to feed them.
Survivors include:
1 Son: Christopher L. Stone Henderson, KY
1st Cousin: C.B. Parker Dixon, KY
2nd Cousin and Caregiver: Tina Sutton Koonce
2nd Cousin: Charles Stone Both of Henderson, KY
Funeral Services will...
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Mary Louise (Puckett) Miller
March 6, 1928 - September 28, 2012
Mary Louise (Puckett) Miller, age 84, of Henderson, Ky. passed away at 12:21 PM, Friday, September 28, 2012 at St. Anthony's Hospice Lucy Smith King Care Center.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Herdis (Bill) Puckett and Effie Winstead Puckett.
Mrs. Miller was a homemaker. The love of the Lord and her family was her life. Louise was very active in her church.
Survivors include...
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Deborah Renae Golday Glover
October 25, 1954 - September 22, 2012
Deborah Glover
Deborah Glover, age 57, of Henderson, Kentucky passed away at 12:54 A.M. Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, Kentucky
Mrs. Glover was preceded in death by her parents George Thomas Golday and Margaret Morrow Greenwell
Survivors include:
Husband: Mark Andrew Glover Sr. Henderson, KY
Daughter: ...
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Kathy Schnell
December 5, 1952 - September 13, 2012
Kathy Schnell
Kathy Schnell, age 59, of Corydon, KY. passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2012.
She was preceded in death by her father: Dewey Frances Russelburg, Sr. her mother: Peggy Jean Rhea, and a brother, Dewey Russelburg, Jr.
Kathy Schnell was a member of the Moose Lodge 441, Order of the Eastern Star, as well as the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion Worsham Post 40. She...
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Marius Andersen
September 10, 2012
Marius Andersen
Marius Andersen, age 84, of Corydon, KY, formerly of St. Petersburg, FL, passed away at 10:14 PM, Monday, September 10, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center.
Mr. Andersen was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Jeanne Geiger, in 1998.
Marius Andersen worked with Bringe Music Company in St. Petersburg selling musical instruments. He was a Korean War Veteran who served...
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Norma L. Wilkerson
June 7, 1944 - September 9, 2012
Norma L. Wilkerson
Norma L. Wilkerson, age 68, of Dawson Springs, KY, passed away at 10:34 am, Sunday, September 9, 2012, at Trover Foundation Hospital, Madisonville, KY.
Mrs. Wilkerson was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Amelia Sandefur.
She loved people and enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and visiting with friends. She loved her family.
Survivors include:
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Ernest Berton Stone
August 23, 1925 - September 9, 2012
Ernest Berton Stone
Ernest Berton Stone, age 87, of Henderson, KY, went to be with the Lord at 6:15am, Sunday, September 9, 2012, at St. Anthony's Hospice Lucy Smith King Care Center.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Zimmerman Howton Stone Bone, his father, Euriel Stone, four brothers: Eugene Stone, Vance Lee Stone, Coleman Howton and Henry "Buddy" Howton, and four sisters:...
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Lee A. Borum
April 20, 1949 - September 9, 2012
Lee A. Borum
Lee A. Borum, age 63, of Henderson, KY, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2012, at Deaconess Gateway, Evansville, IN.
He was preceded in death by his parents Lee Vaughn and Mary Carolyn Borum.
Mr. Borum worked in the auto body repair business for several years, attended Oakland City College on a pole vaulting scholarship and played men's fast pitch softball. He coached...
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Eloise Kay Pruitt
February 11, 1943 - September 9, 2012
Eloise Kay Pruitt
Eloise Kay Pruitt, age 69, of Boonville, IN passed away Sunday, September 9, 2012 at her daughters home in Evansville, IN.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Pruitt.
She retired from Escalade Sports and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Stacey Simpson Evansville, IN
5 Sisters: Linda Teague...
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Gloria Jean Butts
July 18, 1946 - September 2, 2012
Gloria Jean Butts
Gloria Jean Butts, age 66, of Harrisburg, IL. formerly of Henderson, KY. passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012 at her home.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Gordon and Ada Frankie Sutton and 2 brothers: Arny Jimmy Sutton and Gordon "Butch" Sutton.
Mrs. Butts was a homemaker.
Survivors include:
Husband of 35 years: Kenneth Butts ...
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Laveda Sue Rader
January 5, 1945 - August 31, 2012
Laveda Sue "Susie" Rader
Laveda Sue "Susie" Rader, age 67, of Henderson, KY. passed away at 10:49 PM, Friday, August 31, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Evansville, IN.
She was preceded in death by her husband Warren Rader in 2006, parents: James and Virginia Lindsey and a brother: James Lindsey.
Mrs. Rader was of the Protestant faith. She was a homemaker, a good mother and a...
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Kenny R. "Buddy" Biggs
March 31, 1934 - August 22, 2012
Kenny R. "Buddy" Biggs, age 78, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 2:40 PM, Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
Mr. Biggs was preceded in death by his wife Sue Biggs in 2000 and parents Jesse R. & Lila Mae Biggs.
He was a member of Countryview General Baptist Church and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Survivors include:
1 Daughter: Chiquita Sue Duncan ...
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Ronnie W. Lane
April 23, 1955 - August 19, 2012
Ronnie W. Lane, age 57, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 12:01 PM, Sunday, August 19, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Evansville, IN.
Mr. Lane was preceded in death by his father Charles Ray Lane, Sr.
He was a United States Army veteran, and retired from construction work.
Survivors include:
Wife: Sherry Lane Henderson, KY
1 Daughter: Leslie Townsend Henderson, KY...
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Martha J. Utley
October 10, 1947 - August 13, 2012
Martha J. Utley, age 64, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 7:42 PM, Monday, August 13, 2012, at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
Mrs. Utley was preceded in death by her loving husband of 43 years, Jerry C. Utley, and her parents Charles and Helen Goben.
Survivors include:
3 Daughters: DeLisa Snodgrass
DeSonya Utley
DeLana Craig All of Henderson, KY
...
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Alex Arnold Nelson
June 17, 1921 - August 11, 2012
Alex Arnold Nelson
Alex Arnold Nelson, age 91, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 12:43 P.M. Saturday August 11, 1012 at Methodist Hospital, Henderson, KY.
He was preceded in death by a son, John Thomas "Tommy" Nelson, a daughter Marilyn Jo "Jody" Berry and several brothers and sisters.
He was a member of Corydon United Methodist Church. He owned and operated Nelson Body Shop since 1955....
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David Norman Lacer
October 16, 1962 - August 8, 2012
David Norman Lacer, age 49, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:11 AM, Wednesday, August 8, 2012, at Medco Center of Henderson under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.
He was preceded in death by his father Stanley Owen Lacer, grandparents, and one brother Sandy Lee Watkins.
David loved to cook and make candy for his many friends.
Survivors include:
Mother: Sharon Watkins and...
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Jenny Haynes
August 3, 1947 - August 4, 2012
Jenny Haynes, 65, of Henderson, KY, peacefully passed away at Redbanks Nursing Home on Saturday, August 4, 2012.
She was preceded in death by her parents John and Joy Haynes.
Jenny was a member of First Baptist Church. She attended Henderson High School and graduated in the class of 1965. She worked as a flight attendant for Braniff Airlines for fifteen years. After leaving Braniff she...
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Amy Elizabeth McBride Gamblin
December 4, 1973 - August 2, 2012
Amy Elizabeth McBride Gamblin, age38, of Henderson, KY, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 2, 2012. She was the daughter of Harold and Sharon Elizabeth McBride. She was 38 years old and in her brief life had suffered several major health issues. Amy was the loving and devoted mother to Dustin and Lily Elizabeth. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dusty Gamblin, and father,...
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Shirley A. Oglesby
January 23, 1937 - August 1, 2012
Shirley A. Oglesby, age 75 of Henderson, KY passed away at 9:40 PM Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.
She was preceded in death by her parents David and Iona Odom.
Mrs. Oglesby was a lifelong member of Henderson General Baptist Church, an active member at Eastern Star. She just loved people.
Survivors include:
Loving Husband of 55 years: ...
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Nadine May (nee Hungate) Nunn
February 1, 1919 - July 28, 2012
Nadine May (nee Hungate) Nunn, age 93, of Sebree, KY, formerly of Henderson, KY and Evansville, IN, cast loose the shackles of this life for the joy and anticipation of the next at 8:00 AM, Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Colonial Terrace, Sebree, KY. She passed away peacefully in her sleep.
She was born on February 1st, 1919 to the union of Paul and Catherine Hungate of Evansville Indiana. In her...
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Robert M. Bannister
December 2, 1930 - July 27, 2012
Robert M. Bannister, age 81, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 27, 2012, under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice at his home.
Mr. Bannister was preceded in death by his wife of 53 yearsJane in 2005; four brothers, Marion, Ernie, Garnet and Waldo Bannister; and four sisters; Marge Lang, Martha Dean, Mildred Ault and Charlene Starnes.
He retired from Ashland Oil in...
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Nadine Walker West
September 3, 1925 - July 26, 2012
Nadine Walker West, age 86, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 3:58 AM, Thursday, July 26, 2012, at St. Anthony's Lucy Smith King Care Center, Henderson, KY.
Mrs. West was preceded in death by her husband Robert E. West, parents William "Daddy Bill" and Nora "Mother Walker" Walker, son James Timothy "Tim" West, sister Dorothy Hoggard and brother William Walker, Jr.
She was a homemaker.
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Dayne Michael Kennedy
January 31, 2012 - July 22, 2012
Dayne Michael Kennedy
Dayne Michael Kennedy, 6 months old, of Henderson, Ky. passed away at 11:34 AM, Sunday, July 22, 2012 at Methodist Hospital.
He was preceded in death by Great Grandfather: Billy Joe Phelps and Great-Great Grandmother: Iva Goodmon.
Survivors include:
Parents: Bailey Phelps, Jawaun Eastwood and Matt Kennedy.
1 Brother: James Mathew Kennedy Jr.
Grandparents:...
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