All Obituaries

Ruth Bateman, 78, of Paducah passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at her residence in Paducah. Ruth formerly worked in business management and was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed thrift shopping and tending to her rose bushes. Surviving are her children, Kenny (Sherry) Williams of Symsonia, Tanya (Jeffery) Campbell of Paducah, Earl (Michelle) Wiley of Lone Oak; seven grandchildren, Carrie Williams, Darren Williams, April Hall, Austin Pemberton, Alexandria Pemberton, Kaila Helm,...

Joe Ann DeMichel, 77, of Malden, MO passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Baptist Health Paducah. Joe Ann was formerly a floral designer. She will be cremated, and no services are scheduled at this time. Online condolences may be left at www.lindseyfuneral.com Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Ann Freeman, 69, of Paris, TN passed away on Wednesday September 22, 2021, at Baptist Health Paducah. Peggy was a homemaker and loving mother. Surviving are her three children, Shericka (Maurice) Dyer of Brooklyn Center, Shemona Teague, and Sherria (Christopher) Sneed; two sisters, Jerrie Owens and Mattie Jackson; fifteen grandchildren, Aaron, Austin, Ashton, Mikoto, Narumi, Veronica, Victoria, Antonio, Adrian, Antwan, Teauna, Fajona, Ione, Kristopher, Zuriannah, and Dajour. She was...

Charles Meade Evans Jr. (Charlie), age 62, passed away on September 19th, 2021, in Paducah, KY. Charles was a Christian, devoted to both his faith and his family. In his life, Charles worked as an operator at E.E.I. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing drums, building guns, fixing cars, and was also a dirt bike racer in his earlier years. Charles is survived by his wife, Rhonda Gail Evans; his stepdaughter, Priscilla (Chris) Eidson; his sister, Tracy (David) Hastings, and his brother,...

Shelby Michelle Lowry, 24, of Kevil died on Sunday, September 19, 2021, at Baptist Health Paducah. Shelby worked in the retail industry. Surviving is her parents, Billy and Diana Lowry of Kevil; one brother, Matthew Dylan Lowry of Kevil; one sister, Jenny Lowry of Paducah; and one nephew. Memorial vigil will be held at a later date. Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.

Ronnie Roberts, 74, of Sharpe formerly of Paducah passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Baptist Health Paducah. Ronnie retired from Atmos as a supervisor with over 35 years of service and was of the Christian faith. He was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed collecting coins and spending time with his grandchildren. Surviving is his wife of 54 years, Pam Roberts of Sharpe; two sons, Brian (Lori) Roberts of Gilbertsville and Kevin Roberts of Sharpe; one brother, Donnie (Beverly) Roberts...

Jeff “Slammer” Tidaback, 56, of Paducah, died Saturday, September 18, 2021 at his home. Jeff was a truck driver for many years and of the Lutheran Faith. Jeff is survived by two children, Robert Tidaback and Casey Tidaback; his parents, Darryl and Diane Tidaback; two siblings, Deborah Cyr and Randy Tidaback; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Jeff in death are his grandparents and one nephew, Brandon Cyr. A private memorial service will be held for...

Jackie Shaffer, 77, of Kevil passed away on Friday September 17, 2021 at Stonecreek Nursing and Rehabilitation in Paducah. He is survived by one daughter, Kelly (Jimmy) Wray; one son, Glenn (Peter) Shaffer; and two grandsons, T. J. and Peyton Wray. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Duward Shaffer and Rosa Lee Shelton Shaffer. Graveside services will be 12 noon on Wednesday September 22, 2021 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with Rev. Jared Hayes...

Tony Lee Kilgore, age 64, passed away on September 17th, 2021 at Baptist Health Paducah. No services are planned at this time. Lindsey Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Joseph “Earl” Champy, 89, of Paducah, died Thursday, September 16, 2021 at his home. Earl was a machinist and of the Catholic faith Earl is survived by one son, Joe Earl Champy; nine siblings, Frances Gooch, Christina Crouch, Mary Lou Cain, Elizabeth Littleton, Audrey Jaramillo, Mary Ann Alexander, John Champy, Jane Flynn, and David Champy; two grandchildren; two great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nehews. Preceding Earl in death is his...