Local obituaries for Paducah and McCracken County, KY.

Aug 21, 2023

James “Little James” Farmer, 49, of Tamms, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 at his mother’s home.

James was a loving father, son, and brother. He loved to be outdoors fishing with friends and family. James loved to eat all kinds of food.

James is survived by his three sons, Daniel Farmer, Ethan Farmer, and...

Aug 20, 2023

Sharon Faye James, 78, of Golconda, IL passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Sharon was born on July 23, 1945, in Eddyville, IL to Freeman and Verda Barger. After the passing of her parents her and her six siblings were raised by Eula and Wayne...

Aug 19, 2023

Eilene Green, 92, formerly of Metropolis, received her heavenly reward on Saturday August 19th, 2023.

Eilene was a lifelong homemaker, wonderful mother who enjoyed reading, loved quilts, gardening, and especially attending church when the doors were open. Eilene was a lifelong member of Lighthouse Assembly of God in Metropolis, Illinois.

Eilene is survived by her...

Aug 18, 2023

Alonzo Joe Smith, 80 of Paducah, originally of Hickory, KY.  Passed away Friday August 18, 2023 at his home.

He was son of the late Henry (Duffy) Smith and mother, Ruby Ann (Flood) Smith.  He retired from Air Products.  And a member of Seven Oaks Church of Christ in Mayfield.  And a proud member of OCAW union...

Aug 18, 2023

Kenneth Ward, 60, of Paducah passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023 at Riverhaven Nursing and Rehab in Paducah.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.

Aug 18, 2023

Robert E. Peppers, 85, of Paducah, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.

Robert was of the Christian faith. He worked for the Iron Workers Local 782 for over 35 years. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving are his two children, Greg Peppers...

Aug 14, 2023

Betty Jean Shimmins, 80, of Murray passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

She will be cremated and no services will be held.

Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in charge of arrangements.

Aug 12, 2023

Rosemary Walton Holland of Paducah KY, went to see her Lord on August 12th 2023. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Lone Oak.  She is survived by her two sons: Keith (Cindy) Holland of Cunningham, KY, Pat (Amy) Holland of Panama City Beach FL. One daughter: Donna Holland of Clarksville, TN. Three grandsons; James (Laurie) Holland...

Aug 10, 2023

Mrs. Peggy Ann Thompson Russell, age 88, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at the Community Hospice Jane and Bill Warner Center for Caring in Fernandina Beach, FL. Born on October 27, 1934 in Paducah, KY to the late Horace Francis and Maude Elizabeth Barger Thompson. She grew up in Paducah and graduated from Augusta Tilghman High School...

Aug 9, 2023

Betty Tucker, 90, of Mayfield, passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

Betty worked for many years as a sales clerk before her retirement. When she had the opportunity, she loved to go shopping. Betty also enjoyed solving puzzles and napping. She was a member of New Visions Ministries in Mayfield.

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Aug 7, 2023

Ronnie Coley 78 of Smithland, Ky passed away on Monday, August 7th, 2023 at his home.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Detra; One daughter, Amanda (Scott) Reese from Fulton, Ky; two sons, Brian (Shari) Thompson from Marion, Ky, Brad (Mark Camp) Thompson from Lexington, Ky; two sisters, Sharon (Roy) Rushing of Paducah, Ky...

Aug 6, 2023

Kay Elaine Habil, 78, of Eddyville passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Parkview Nursing & Rehab in Paducah.

She will be cremated per her wishes 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.

Aug 5, 2023

Michael Ray Newton, 58, of Benton passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

He will be cremated per his wishes and no services are scheduled at this time.

Online condolences may be left at www.lindseyfuneral.com

Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah is in...

Aug 4, 2023

Ralph Edwin Lee, 69, of Paducah, passed away from this life on Friday evening, August 4th, 2023 at his home. Ralph was a master mechanic and a jack of all trades. A very loving father and friend to all, he loved to make people smile when he was around. Ralph is survived by his spouse of over 30 years,...

Aug 3, 2023

Henrietta Gray, 87, of Kevil, received her heavenly reward on Thursday, August 3rd, 2023 at Providence Pointe Nursing and Rehab of Paducah. Henrietta was a lifelong Caregiver who loved and enjoyed giving care to others all her career. She was also a member Newton Creek Baptist Church. Henrietta is survived by two daughters, Fonda Lee Frick (David) Watts of...

Aug 3, 2023

Jimmy Rudell Nelson, age 59, of Fairdealing, Kentucky, left his earthly body to be in the presence of the Lord on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 10:06 am.

First and foremost, he was the most loving and devoted dad and papa to his children and grandkids. He was a fun and sweet spirited uncle, and a lover...

Aug 1, 2023

Clarence L. “Jack” Ritchie Jr., 86, of Paducah, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at Parkview Nursing and Rehab.

Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force where he worked on the missiles program. Later in life, he retired as a chemical operator. After his retirement, he spent as much time as he could golfing. Jack...

Aug 1, 2023

Joy Hite Courtney, 72, of West Paducah passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah.

Joy graduated from Paducah Beauty School in the late 60’s. She worked at Amy’s Salon and Wedgewood Salon. She was co-owner of Hillbilly Cooker BBQ. She loved crafting, jewelry, gardening, UK and Nascar.

Surviving are her three...

Jul 29, 2023

Walter Tom Beasley, 82, of Benton, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Parkview Nursing and Rehab in Paducah.

Walter was a loving husband, father, and grandfather to his family. He and his wife, Nadine, loved traveling and hiking throughout the West. He loved working with wood. When not in his workshop, you could find him on...

Jul 25, 2023

Juanita “Nita” Bates, age 69, born September 16, 1954, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Baptist Health Hospital.

Nita was one of a kind and will be missed dearly. She loved to cut up and joke around with the ones that were close to her. If you knew her, you had a story of some kind....