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Obituaries from 2020 (Pandemic Year)The Crittenden Press newspaper, Marion, Kentucky

ChampionKatherine F. Champion, 98, of Marion, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation.  She was a member of Marion Church of God.Surviving are a son, Kenny (Pam) Champion of Marion; grandchildren, Steve (Eugena) Champion, Jason Champion, Jared Champion and Josh (Julie) Champion, all of Marion, and Scott Champion of Salem; great-grandchildren, Lane Champion, Trent Champion, Taylor (Masa) Champion, Madison Champion, Bristen Holeman, Kalli Champion, Jaycee Champion, Travis Champion, Abigail Champion, Jaylee Champion and Jordan Champion; and great-great grandchild, Bailey Bebout.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Champion; a son, James “Jamie” Champion, Jr.; parents, G.W. and Molly Fowler; brothers, Audrey, Jim and Henry Fowler; and sisters, Alice Fowler, Edna Epley, Dora Ellen McKinney and Ruby Fowler.Services were Sunday, Dec. 27 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery.

BeltSammie George Belt, 82 of Joy, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. He was born in Irma Aug. 9, 1938 to the late Abraham Lincoln Belt and Eddie Reba (Curnel) Belt. He was a farmer and had worked at Three Rivers Rock Quarry for 38 years before retiring as a supervisor and yard loader operator. Surviving are a daughter, Tammy Belt of Joy; a sister, Alma Aline Tabor of Marion; two brothers, BoeDean (Judy) Belt of Las Cruces, N.M. and Hurley Ray (Alice) Belt of Morganfield; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean (Curry) Belt; a brother, Lincoln Eugene Belt of Joy; and his parents.  Services were Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery.

WatkinsCheryl Lee Vaughn Watkins, 70, of Emerald Isle, N.C., formerly of Henderson, N.C.,

died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020, at Universal Health Care in Oxford, N.C.Born in Marion July 24, 1950, she was the daughter of the late John Thomas Vaughn and Rosa Davidson Vaughn of Marion. She was retired from First Citizens Bank in Henderson, N.C, where she was a teller supervisor.Surviving are a sister, Alissa Terrasa of Lake Jackson, Texas; a brother, Thomas Vaughn of Raleigh, N.C.; a half-sister and half-brother Candra Downs of Simpsonville, S.C., and Jay Dee Vaughn of Dawson Springs; her mother and father-in-law, Durwood Thomas and Clarice Coghill Watkins of Henderson, N.C.; a sister-in-law, Sharon Clark of Henderson, N.C.; two nieces, Chastity Clark of Orlando, Fla., and Tara Terrasa of Topeka, Kan.; and seven nephews, Jason Vaughn of Goshen, John Michael Vaughn of Clifton, Va., Michael Terrasa, III of Oceanside, Calif. and Joshua Terrasa of Clute, Texas and Bowman Vaughn Downs, Franklin Mansfield Downs and Mason Ramage Downs, all of Simpsonville, S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Durwood Thomas Watkins.J.M. White Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Burial will be in Fuller Chapel Christian Church Cemetery at a later date.

O’NealShirley L. O’Neal, 82, of Newburgh, Ind., died Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 at her home. She was born June 23, 1938 in Pride to the late Nadine (Cobb) and Charles Oglesby. She graduated from Sturgis High School and was a retired sales associate working in retail at Lazarus for many years. She was a member of Gateway Baptist Church in Newburgh where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening, yard work and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are her husband of 60 years, Gerald A. O’Neal; a daughter, Cheryl O’Neal; a brother, Noble Oglesby; nephews, Chuck Oglesby and Rodney Oglesby; a sister, Nelda (Jerry) Freer; and nieces, Melody Adamson and Teresa Hagedorn. Services were Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 at Ziemer Funeral Home in Evansville with Pastor Dane Gray officiating. Burial was in Kentucky Veteran’s Cemetery West. Memorials may be made to Gateway Baptist Church, 7564 SR-66 W, Newburgh, IN 47630.

BeltBillie Jewell (Mitchell) Belt, 85, of Salem, died Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.She was born Aug. 30, 1935 in Crittenden County to the late Escol and Nettie (Damron) Mitchell.  She was a member of New Union (Ditney) Church and loved her family and enjoyed being with them. Surviving are three children, Leisha (Jimmy) Maynard of Salem, Patsy Smith of Calvert City, Chris (Teresa) Belt of Symsonia; four grandchildren, Brandon (Carrie) Maynard, Emily Belt, Rex Smith and Zachary Smith; one great-grandchild, Kinley Henderson.She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Harold Wayne Belt; a sister, Maxine Dixon; foster parents Alvie and Ocie McFalls; and parents Escol and Nettie Mitchell.Funeral services were Friday, Jan. 1, 2021 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors with Rev. David Davis officiating.  Burial was in Salem Cemetery.Paid obituary

MarvelWilliam D. Marvel, 93, of Marion, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehab.  He attended Crooked Creek Church.Surviving are a son, Billy Ray Marvel of Marion; a grandson, Billy Joe Marvel of Marion; a great-grandchild, Shalynn Marvel of Marion; and great a great-grandchild, Bailynn Rushing of Marion.He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Helen Marvel; his parents, William Ray and Elva Marvel and a brother, Eck Marvel.Services wer Thursday, Dec. 31 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Gideons International.

GerardBeverly Susan Gerard, 75, of Marion, died Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehab.Surviving are her husband, Jackie Gerard of Marion; children, Greg Gerard of Marion and Pam (Mike) Gerard Hart of Alachua, Fla.; a sister, Sandra Waters; a brother, Gary Yates; twograndchildren, T.J. Ward of Charleston, S.C., and Kyle Ward of Marion; and three great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Dorothy Yates; a great-granddaughter, Piper Ward; and sister, Karen Yates.Private services will be held at a later date. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

HardinBea Hardin of Hampton died Monday, Dec. 28, 2020.  She was born in St. Louis June 20, 1923 to Douglas and Beulah Boaz.  She graduated from Hampton High School in Livingston County in 1941, spent three years in nurse training and graduated from Missouri Baptist School of Nursing in 1944.  She married Edgar Murray Hardin, her childhood sweetheart of Hampton in October 1942.Hardin was an RN first at Riverside Hospital, which became Lourdes Hospital, serving as emergency room nurse, relief supervisor, assistant director of nurses, recovery room nurse, and same day surgery nurse.  She was awarded the first “Spirit Award” at Lourdes Hospital in 1988 for her exemplary service.  The “Spirit Award” was the highest level of accomplishment within the employee recognition system of Lourdes Hospital.  Her nursing career and lifetime of service spanned 48 years of caring for others.She was a member of Hampton United Methodist Church, where she was pianist for many years.  She also served as president of the United Methodist Women.  She was a lifelong member of the American Legion Post 217 Auxiliary, where she also served as president. She is survived by two sons, Eddie (Joetta) Hardin of Grand Rivers, and David (Lateisha) Hardin of Paducah; one daughter, Donna Hardin (Ronnie) Hoskins of Paducah; seven grandchildren, Christa Hoskins Hall, Stacey Hoskins Knight, Brent Hoskins, Shannon Hardin Conner, Shelly Hardin Miller, Allison Hardin and Karly Hardin Stom; and 11 great-grandchildren Hardin, Davis, Mason and Christian Cosner, Kelsey and Travis Riggi, Keaton and Korbin Conner, Laney Hoskins, Avery and Aylin Miller.She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Edgar M. Hardin; her parents,

Doug and Beulah Boaz; and a sister, Bettye Boaz Atwell.Services were Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020 at Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, officiated by Rev E. J. Saint and Rev. Andy Bryan. Burial was in Hampton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hampton United Methodist Church, 730 Main, Hampton, KY 42047 or Hampton Cemetery Fund, P. O. Box 22, Hampton, KY 42047.Paid obituary

LaddBrandon Matthew Ladd, 44, of Smithland, died Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.He was born Nov. 24, 1976 to Freddie and Linda (Jones) Ladd. He liked working on the farm, cooking and enjoyed driving tractors and anything with wheels.  Driving semi trucks was among his favorite activites.Surviving are his children, Brandon Ladd, Jr. and Alysia Ladd both of Salem; his twin sister, Shannon (Michael) Dowdy of Benton; a sister, Laurie (Randy) Beals of Milan, Tenn.; a brother, Chris Ladd of Paducah; nieces and nephews Brenna Ladd, Katie Lee, Olivia Ladd, Jacob Beals, Jackson Beals and Bella Dowdy; and his parents, Freddie and Linda Ladd.  Services were Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial was in Dyer Hill Cemetery.

BeltGregory Eugene Belt, 61, died Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020 at his home in Joy. He was born July 4, 1959 at Salem Hospital.He was a devoted husband, son, brother and uncle.  He loved hunting and fishing as well as searching and collecting Native American artifacts.  He enjoyed playing pool and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons Carrsville Lodge #812. He was a Past Master and was frequently honored to perform Masonic funeral services for his fellow brothers.He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Jean Long Belt, his father, Lincoln Eugene Belt; and his nephew, Robert Glen Belt Jr.Surviving are his mother, Joyce Quertermous Belt of Joy, three sisters, Regina Taylor of Henderson, Tina Clark of Ledbetter and Karen (Barney) Shockley of Henderson; three brothers, Steven Belt and Robert (Carla) Belt, both of Salem, and Joseph Belt of Joy; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.Funeral services were Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021 at Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with burial in Carrsville Cemetery.Paid obituary

ThompsonVern Thompson, 69, of Ledbetter, died Dec. 14, 2020 at his home.Cremation was chosen, and there will be no services.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.                                                                                                            She is survived by three children, Leisha Maynard and her husband Jimmy of Salem,

KY, Patsy Smith of Calvert City, KY, Chris Belt and his wife Teresa of Symsonia, KY; four grandchildren, Brandon Maynard (Carrie), Emily Belt, Rex Smith, and Zachary Smith; one great-grandchild, Kinley Henderson.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Harold Wayne Belt; sister, Maxine Dixon; foster parents Alvie and Ocie McFalls; and parents Escol and Nettie Mitchell.Funeral services will be Friday, January 1, 2021, at 1:00PM, in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors, with Rev. David Davis to officiate.  Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery.Friends may call from 10:00 AM until the funeral hour on Friday, January 1, 2021 at Boyd Funeral Directors in Salem.

WesmolandDorothy Ann Wesmoland, 74 of Marion, formerly of Sturgis, died Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at Morganfield Nursing & Rehab. She was born July 14, 1946 to Alex and Mariana McDowell, Jr., in Sturgis. She attended the General Baptist Church, was a member of the Red Hat Ladies group and was a volunteer with the Pink Ladies at Crittenden Health Systems. She retired from Family Practice as a certified medical assistant. She worked at Sturgis Rest Home, Holt’s Department Store and South-N-Foods. She was a graduate of Sturgis High School and attended IVY Tech University.Surviving are two sons, John (Rachel) Wesmoland of Morganfield and Joel (Alice) Wesmoland of Sturgis; a sister, Sammy (Tommy) Gatlin of Sturgis; and a granddaughter, Addison Wesmoland of Sturgis.She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband of 53 years, George Guthire Wesmoland in 2018.Funeral services were Wednesday, Dec. 30 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. Gary Hardesty officiating. Burial was in Pythian Ridge Cemetery in Sturgis. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association or the American cancer Society.

HoffmanCharles Hoffman, 81, of Marion died Friday, Dec. 25, 2020 at his home. He was born in Shelby, N.C., Dec. 5, 1939.He was in the United States Army and retired from Abel Distributing in sales and service of vacuum and sewing machines Chicago Heights, Ill. He was preceded in death by a son, John Hoffman in 2016.Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Lou Hoffman; a daughter, Lisa Hoffman (Roger Cook) of Highland, Ind.; three sons, David Hoffman of Marion, Mark (April) Hoffman of Pelzer, S.C., Matthew (Michele) Hoffman of Fort Collins, Colo.; a sister, Bobbie Malek of Austin, Texas, two brothers, Jackie Morris and Jerry Morris, both of Texas; eight grandchildren, Dannielle Hoffman, Joanna Savickas, Jonathan Hoffman, Patrick Hoffman, Joann Hoffman, Abigail Hoffman, Colby Ballard and Gage Hoffman; and seven great-grandchildren.Graveside services were Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020 at Oddfellows Cemetery with Rev. Joe Baker officiating. Vanover Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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Madeline Crider Belt of Marion died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed attending religious seminars with family and friends. She enjoyed traveling, computer, quilting, baking, storytelling and especially spending quality time with her grandchildren. She was the youngest child of William E. and Rose Crider. Surviving are two daughters, Terri (Rick) Weir of Paducah and Sherri (Stephen) Corbin of Smyrna, Tenn.; two brothers, Wayne (Allen) Crider and Roger (Rhonda) Steward, both of Marion; two sisters, Claudean Cone of Ft. Pierce, Fla., and Phyllis Clowers of Oliver Springs, Tenn.; a brother-in-law, Frank Catilla of Marion; two grandchildren, Adam and Amanda Weir of Paducah; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard J. Belt; and siblings, Bill Crider, Juanita Freer, Martha Scott, Robert Crider, Rosa Nell Hillyard, Lonnie Craze, Helen Catilla, James C. Crider and Iris Brantley.Funeral services were Thursday, Dec. 31 at Myers Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Hardesty officiating. Burial was in Mapleview Cemetery. Paid obituary

HamiltonJohn Paul Hamilton, 81, of Marion, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.He had been a United States mail carrier for 30 years and enjoyed St. Louis Cardinals baseball and UK basketball.Surviving are a daughter, Michelle (Jack) Berry of Murray; three sons, Paul (Jung) Hamilton of Olathe, Kan., John (Paula) Hamilton of Kevil, and Randy Hamilton of Marion; a daughter-in-law, Margie Hamilton of Marion; eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Jean Hamilton; a son, Michael Hamilton; a grandson, Michael Reed Hamilton; his parents, Forest Bennett and Reba Lois Little Hamilton; and three sisters, Sarah Hamilton, Elizabeth Dilbeck and Ann Nelson.Funeral services were Wednesday, Dec. 30 at Myers Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery. Paid obituary

LasherInez Lasher, 98, of Brook Park, Ohio, formerly of Salem, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2020She was born in Berry’s Ferry at her grandmother’s home.  Her parents were Marie and Barney Coleman.  She lived her early life in Kentucky.  After moving to Cleveland, Ill., during World War II, she returned to Kentucky in 1961.  She and husband, Horace, were married 66 years before his death in 2005.  The couple were longtime United Methodists, having spent many years active in Hampton United Methodist Church when the couple lived in Salem. They had three children, Nola, Rose and Steven.  While in Cleveland she attended Lakewood School of Practical Nursing, graduating in 1961.  She was a lifelong LPN, working first in pediatrics and later in several nursing homes. She received awards for her dedication to excellent nursing care of elders.  Surviving are two daughters, Rose Czupik of Cleveland, her devoted caregiver for the

past 13 years, and Nola (Bob) Melcher of Boulder, Colo.; a son, Steven (Bonnie) Lasher of Jeffersonville, Ind.; five grandsons and nine great-grandchildren.Arrangements are under the direction of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Graveside services will occur at a later date.Paid obituary

TinsleyDelois Ann Tinsley, 86, of Marion, died Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehab.  Surviving are a daughter, Lori Kiser of Indianapolis, Ind.; grandchildren, Richard Tinsley, Katrina Tinsley, Cameron Sliwa, Renee Drew and Kristel Foley; two nephews, Michael and Brian Benedict; and several great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Ollie "Buck" Tinsley; parents, Larnie and Virginia Lanham; a daughter, Brenda Schutt-Fisher; a son, Tony Tinsley; twobrothers and one sister.Services were Wednesday, Dec. 30 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Whites Chapel Cemetery.                                                                                                               BeltSammie George Belt, 82 of Joy, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. He was born in Irma Aug. 9, 1938 to the late Abraham Lincoln Belt and Eddie Reba (Curnel) Belt. He was a farmer and had worked at Three Rivers Rock Quarry for 38 years before retiring as a supervisor and yard loader operator. Surviving are a daughter, Tammy Belt of Joy; a sister, Alma Aline Tabor of Marion; two brothers, BoeDean (Judy) Belt of Las Cruces, N.M. and Hurley Ray (Alice) Belt of Morganfield; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean (Curry) Belt; a brother, Lincoln Eugene Belt of Joy; and his parents.  Services were Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery.

ChampionKatherine F. Champion, 98, of Marion, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation.  She was a member of Marion Church of God.Surviving are a son, Kenny (Pam) Champion of Marion; grandchildren, Steve (Eugena) Champion, Jason Champion, Jared Champion and Josh (Julie) Champion, all of Marion, and Scott Champion of Salem; great-grandchildren, Lane Champion, Trent Champion, Taylor (Masa) Champion, Madison Champion, Bristen Holeman, Kalli Champion, Jaycee Champion, Travis Champion, Abigail Champion, Jaylee Champion and Jordan Champion; and great-great grandchild, Bailey Bebout.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Champion; a son, James “Jamie” Champion, Jr.; parents, G.W. and Molly Fowler; brothers, Audrey, Jim and Henry Fowler; and sisters, Alice Fowler, Edna Epley, Dora Ellen McKinney and Ruby Fowler.Services were Sunday, Dec. 27 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery.

RobertsLayla Ann Roberts, infant daughter of Jordan and Tiffany Roberts of Marion, died Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020 at Nortons Children's Hospital in Louisville.In addition to her parents she is survived by her grandparents, Roger Roberts and Larry and Debbie Hearell all of Marion; great-grandmother, Frances Herrin of Marion; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Debbie Roberts.Graveside services were Saturday, Dec. 19 at Mapleview Cemetery. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Kentucky Organ Donors Association.

YoungTerry Young, 83, of Salem, died Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 at his home. He was the son of the late Johnie Richard and Annie (Rustin) Young, born December 10, 1937 in Crittenden County. Young loved to coon hunt, fish and restore old cars and trucks.  He won Best Hot Rod in the Salem Springlake Car Show in 2018 and once raised and trained a Grand World Knight Champion coon dog.Surviving are two daughters, Kristie (Pat) Guess of Marion and Karen (Marty) Nolan of Salem; a son, Johnie (Christina) Young of Salem; three sisters, Sue Young Belt of Marion, Connie (Dewey) Cowan of Marion and Bonnie Penn of Owensboro; a brother, Stanley Young of Marion; seven grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Judy (Appel) Young; a son, Terry Lee Young; a grandson, Aaron Nolan; six sisters, JoAnn Long, Mona Blake, June Norman, Aretta Stevenson, Wanetta Stevenson and Edna Middelton; two brothers, Richard and James Young; and his parents.Funeral services were Tuesday, Dec. 22 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Steven Kirk officiating. Burial was in White’s Chapel Cemetery in Crittenden County.

ShouseDan E. Shouse, 72, of Frances died Monday, Dec. 21, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.He was retired from the Kentucky Department of Corrections. He was a former member of the Crittenden County Fire and Rescue Squad and a member of Frances Community Church. He enjoyed fishing in his free time.Surviving are his wife, Gearldine Tabor Shouse; a daughter, Yuvonne Shouse; a granddaughter, Robyn (Chase) Allen; a great-grandson, Ian Allen; and a brother, Jim (Sandy) Hodge.He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and LaVerne Shouse and brother, Jackie Hodge.A memorial service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to Crittenden County Fire and Rescue Squad, c/o Don Arflack, 261 Old Shady Grove Rd., Marion, KY 42064 or Frances Community Church, c/o Angel McDonald, 172 SR 70, Marion, KY 42064.A memorial service will be held at a later date. Myers Funeral Home was in charge of

arrangements.

WickerTrina Renea Wicker, 45, of Salem, died Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville.She was a healthcare worker and member of Life in Christ Church. She loved people and music. She toured Europe as a member of the Missouri State Youth Choir.Surviving are her husband, Ed Wicker of Salem; a daughter, Elizabeth Little of Princeton; a son, Zachary (Julie) Little of McMinnville, Tenn; two sisters, Patty (Keith) Driver of Marion and Dottie Rorer of DeSoto, Mo.; two brothers, Mike (Barb) Little of Marion and Matt (Krystal) Little, DeSoto; her mother, Mary Alice Morgan of McMinnville; parents, Jim and Betty Faye Little of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by two sisters, Tammy Pinson and Michelle Lee Little; step-father, Louis Morgan; and her grandparents.Funeral services were Wednesday, Dec. 16 at Myers Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery.

FreemanCasey Leigh Freeman, 22, of Marion, died Monday, Dec. 7, 2020 at Louisville Jewish Hospital. She was a member of Deer Creek Baptist Church.Surviving are a son, Kaynan Freeman of Marion; her mother, April Bivins of Marion; a brother, Andrew Freeman of Murray; two sisters, Brianna Bivins of Marion and Callie Jo Bivins of Louisville; her grandparents, Buddy and Norma Freeman and David and Reba Smock, all of Marion; and one nephew.She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Freeman; and brothers, Charlie Freeman and Tyler Bivins.Funeral services were Friday, Dec. 11 at Myers Funeral Home with Bro. John East officiating. Burial was in Deer Creek Cemetery.

WatsonSidonie Juliette Watson, 92, affectionately known simply as “Donie,” went to be with Jesus on Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, at Baptist Health Paducah. She died due to complications of COVID-19.Watson was born on July 17, 1928, in Arles, France, to her parents, Antoine Louis and Severine Pancioni Gauzargues. Together with her five siblings, she survived the Nazi occupation of France, attending local primary and secondary parochial schools and later graduated from business college. Upon completing her education, Watson served 12 years in the Signal Corps of the French Army, rising to the rank of Sergeant Major and completing tours of duty in Vietnam and Algeria before being stationed in Paris. There, she became an acrobatic pilot after obtaining her private license by completing a solo flight across France in an open cockpit biplane. She also completed five parachute jumps.  During this time, Watson also met her future husband, Bill Watson, of Lola, who was serving with the Military Police in the U.S. Army providing security for SHAPE Headquarters. Together, they enjoyed a whirlwind courtship, savoring the wonderful sights and culture of Versailles and Paris. Throughout their marriage, Watson loved to remind her husband she outranked him. 

The couple were married by the mayor of Versailles on July 27, 1957, and soon relocated to Kentucky, where she gave birth to their daughter, Dr. Carolyn Sue Watson, April 8, 1960. Three years later, on April 22, 1963, she became a naturalized U.S. citizen, with Judge Edward Johnstone administering her oath in the U.S. District Court at Paducah. A proud and fierce American patriot, she continued to celebrate her French heritage. In fact, she became well-known for her French cooking and baking and was pleased when her delicious culinary creations were featured in several regional magazine articles.Watson focused on being a homemaker and stay-at-home mother while her husband pursued his 41-year career with WPSD Local 6 and the Paxton Media Group, where he began as Director of the Film Department before serving many years as the corporate pilot. Watson attended Highland Baptist Church in Paducah with her family, where she was a member and was baptized on June 21, 2007. In years past, she had volunteered as a Vacation Bible School teacher, a Livingston County poll worker and a “pink lady” with the Lourdes Hospital Auxiliary. At the time of her death, she continued to serve her community as a lieutenant in the local Civil Air Patrol and an active member of the Paducah Lions Club. In recognition of her community service and leadership, she was named a Duchess of Paducah and a Kentucky Colonel.Over the years, Watson was able to return to France on several occasions to visit her parents and siblings. At home, In addition to flying and driving about the countryside with her husband, she enjoyed fishing and caring for wildlife. Earlier this year, the Watsons celebrated 63 years of marriage, and their inspiring journey together was featured in a Valentine’s Day story by Brianna Clark which aired on WPSD Local 6. Surviving are her husband and daughter; her son-in-law, Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Shea Nickell; her sisters, Eliane (Gabi) Errero and Marie Paule Gauzargues of Le Pontet, France; a sister-in-law, Denise Gauzargues of Mas Thibert, France; a brother-in-law, Jerry (Myra) Watson of Marion; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Lucien Gauzargues; two sisters, Jeanine (Joseph) Chavagnas and Marise (Jeano) Desmaries; and a sister-in-law, Sandra (Kenneth) Sills. Funeral services were Friday, Dec. 11 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Dr. Richard Beck officiating. Burial was in Salem Cemetery.

HaleBilly S. Hale, 85, of Salem, died Saturday Dec. 12, 2020 at his home. He was a member of Barnett Chapel General Baptist Church where he served as Deacon and song leader. He served in the Army National Guard and was a farmer.Surviving are his nephews, Joe (Toni) McDaniel of Franklin, Monty Riley of Marion and L.E. (Jan) Hale of Morganfield; nieces, Jan (Richard) Gregory of Marion, Marie (Steve) Burkhart of Marion, Mona (Mike) Gish of Owensboro, Lana (Bob) Masse of Paducah, Jeanetta (Bob) Gibbs of Cave-In-Rock, Ill., and Vickie (David) Yandell of Manitou; and a host of great-nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, C. Earl and Esther Hale; sisters, Mona McDaniel and Naomi Riley; brother, Gus Hale; half brother, Joe Hoover and nephew Rick Riley.Services were Tuesday, Dec. 15 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Whites Chapel Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Barnett Chapel General Baptist Church or

Whites Chapel Cemetery.

HughesCharles “Charlie” Hughes, 86, of Evansville, Ind., formerly of Marion, died Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 at Linda E. White Hospice House. He was born Nov. 15, 1934 in Marion, to Ernest and Cleo Hughes.He served four years in the U.S. Army as a bulldozer operator and retired as a Teamster truck driver in 1996 (June 23, 1964-September 28, 1996). He had a strong passion for his family and riding motorcycles with friends throughout the country. He was a big fan of Dale Earnhardt and NASCAR. Charlie enjoyed watching the World of Outlaws races at Tri-State Speedway in Haubstadt.Surviving are his children, Lisa (Will) Casswell and Frank Hughes of Evansville and Tina Duncan and Misty Garbers, both of Radcliff; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and a companion of 27 years, Pam Cutrell.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Kathleen Hughes; ex-wife, Sherrie Stidham of Marion; and a great-granddaughter.Services were Wednesday, Dec.16 at Alexander North Chapel with Doug Wilcox officiating. Burial was at Alexander Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.

HamiltonMichael Reed Hamilton, 35, of Marion, died Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 at his home. He was a member of Deer Creek Church.Surviving are his mother, Margie Hamilton of Marion; grandfather, John Paul Hamilton of Marion; girlfriend, Emily Watson of Webster County; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.He was preceded in death by his father, Mike Hamilton; and grandparents, Herman and Kathleen Reed and Wanda Hamilton.Services were Saturday, Dec. 12 at Gilbert Funeral Home.

RobertsonJessie Hazel Robertson, 100, of Salem, diedSunday, Dec. 13, 2020 at Salem Springlake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.Jessie Hazel (Alley) Robertson was born Jan. 29, 1920, on a farm near Salem, the only child of Coy and Susie Sivells Alley. She attended elementary and high school in Salem, graduating in 1939. She was employed by Kentucky Health and Welfare Services, first as a clerical worker in the Livingston County Health Department, then as a social worker in Livingston and surrounding counties, retired in 1981 after 40 years of service.Robertson was a member of various organizations relative to state employment, was a Kentucky Colonel, and since 1957 was a member of Salem United Methodist Church. She enjoyed many years of retirement on the farm, reading, photography, travel, local history, genealogy and writing short historical articles, but most of all spending leisure time with friends. She was married earlier in life to Neville Robertson but leaves no survivors other than devoted friends and neighbors. She was preceded in death by her parents, a couple of

stepchildren, uncles, aunts, cousins, and some very special friends.Graveside services are at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 18 at Salem Cemetery.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.

HackneyCharles Dean Hackney, 66, of Ledbetter, died Dec. 10, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.Surviving are his wife, Joyce Hackney of Ledbetter; children, David Driskill of Marion and Charles Dean Hackney II of Paducah; grandchildren, Devin S. Driskill and Ayden Muso; sisters, Diann Shuecraft, Donita Mae James, Sharon Louise Tinsley and Jeanette Doom, all of Marion, and Penny Garrett of Morganfield; brothers, Ronnie Hackney of Smithland and Clark Hackney, Eddie Hackney and Joey Hackney, all of Marion.He was preceded in death by a daughter, Lianne N. Patton Lester; parents, Charles Edward and Shirley Hackney; and a brother, Allen Hackney.Graveside services were Monday, Dec. 14 at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

StalionEdna Patmor Stalion, 94, of Salem, died Dec. 9, 2020 at Mercy Health- Lourdes in Paducah.Stalion was a homemaker and member of Salem Baptist Church.Surviving are a daughter, Maurine (Jerry) Kincaid of Odessa, Fla.; sons, Ralph V. Stalion of Paducah, and Philip (Darlene) Stalion of Shepherdsville; grandchildren David Kincaid of Odessa, Sharlott Higdon of Paducah, Monya Lynn of Paducah, and Andy Stalion of Elizabethtown; and six great-grandchildren.Stalion was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Stalion; parents, Liston and Grace Turner Patmor; and sisters Georgia Taylor and Katherine Love.Funeral services were Tuuesday, Dec. 15 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion with burial in Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Sunrise Children’s Services, P.O. Box 1429, Mt. Washington, KY 40047.

BinkleyPhillip Morris Binkley, 80, of Salem, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.He was a member of Pinkneyville Baptist Church where he served as a trustee. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a carpenter and later in years worked at the Salem Water and Sewage Department. He enjoyed going to church, spending time with his family, gardening, fishing, riding a golf cart with his granddaughter, talking to his sisters on the telephone and most of all, sharing his love of God.Surviving are his wife, Henrietta Binkley of Salem; children, Johnetta (Austin) Taylor of Salem; Vicky (Jerry) Parker of Clinton, Tenn.; and Stefanie (Todd) Ferry of Timberlake, N.C.; grandchildren, Josie Taylor, Tanner (Devin) Collins and Tyler Collins; great-grandchild, Chandler Collins; siblings, Ina (Dwight) Williams, Carolyn (Denzil) Shuecraft, Mae (Carter) Butler, Nora Belle Driver and Billy Binkley.He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Edith Binkley; a brother, Robert Binkley and sisters, Frankie Warnick and Nellie Vrbetic.Memorials may be made to Gideons International.

Graveside services were conducted by Myers Funeral Home.

TurnerChad Turner, 49, of Paducah, died Dec. 12, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.Survivors include his wife, Mary Turner; parents, Bobby D. and Chris Turner and Jim and Lyn Woltman; children, Brian Turner, Alex Turner, Mikayla Boyd, Michael Ensley and Thomas Ensley; brothers Bob, Jeff and Kevin Turner; and grandchildren, Mia Boyd, Mason Boyd and Morgan Ensley.Services were Friday, Dec. 11, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. 

FreemanCasey Leigh Freeman, 22, of Marion died Monday, Dec. 7, 2020 at Louisville’s Jewish Hospital.She was a member of Deer Creek Baptist Church.Surviving are a son, Kaynan Freeman of Marion; mother, April Bivins of Marion; brother, Andrew Freeman of Murray; sisters, Brianna Bivins, Marion and Callie Jo Bivins of Louisville; grandparents, Buddy and Norma Freeman and David and Reba Smock, all of Marion; and a nephew.She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Freeman; and brothers, Charlie Freeman and Tyler Bivins.Services at at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11 at Myers Funeral Home with Bro. John East officiating. Burial will follow at Deer Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday between the hours of 10 a.m., and 2 p.m. In keeping with Covid restrictions, masks and social distancing will be observed.

CottonBenjamin Shane Cotton, 47, of Crayne died Monday, Nov. 23, 2020 at his home.Survivors include his son, Jayden Shane Cotton; brothers, Marc Cotton and Dewayne Cotton; partner, Tammy Lemon; and step-children, Brittany and Dusty.He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred H. and Glenda Cotton.Graveside services were Saturday, Dec. 5 at Hickory Grove Cemetery in Eddyville.Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

McClureRobbie Duane “Pops” McClure, 71, of Marion died Friday, Dec. 4, 2020 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville.Surviving are his wife Beverly McClure of Marion; daughters, Tammy McClure of Marion, Mandy Dooms (Corey) of Eddyville, Adriianna Amaro (Jesus) of Cullman, Ala., and Kathy Driver (Tim) of Eddyville; sons, Robbie Lee McClure of Owensboro and Devin Ellis of Marion; a brother, Charlie McClure of Chicago, Ill.; sisters, Paulette Conner of Marion and Mary Nell Gilland of Gary, Ind; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Lura and Robbie Lee McClure; sisters, Edna Fondaw, Doris Holder and Thelma Trail; and a brother, Donald McClure.Services were Sunday, Dec. 6 at Union Baptist Cemetery in the Midway community. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

CurnelJames Harmon Curnel, 86, of Marion died Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.Survivors include his children; Denise (Rusty) Brown, James (Kelly) Curnel, Kevin (Deniece) Curnel, Kent (Mandy) Curnel; siblings, Donnie (Jeannie) Curnel, Douglas (Kathy) Curnel; a sister in law, Shirlene Curnel; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Cosetta Curnel; parents, Harmon and Esther Curnel; siblings, Bertha Curnel, Mamie (George) Barnes, Lonnie (Evelyn) Curnel, Ollie (Barbara) Curnel, Pearlie Curnel, Mary Sue Curnel, Jesse Curnel and Carl Ray Curnel.Services were Friday, Dec. 4 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial was at Salem Cemetery. A webcast of the funeral can be found under the media section of www.gilbertfunerals.com.

GassJames “Jim” Gass, 84 of Clay died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital in Marion. He was born on Oct. 6, 1936 in Marion to the late Orlan and Imogene Gass.He worked as a mechanic for M&M Auto Service in Evansville, finishing his working career at Dotiki coal mine in Clay with 27 years as a mechanic and operator. He also played lead guitar in several different bands including the Lonesome Valley Boys. He attended Wheatcroft Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Wheatcroft where he loved his church family.Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Wilma; a son, Melvin Clark; a daughter, Brenda Gass; three sisters, Fanny Fritts, Ruby Bingham and Sue Beliles; and two brothers, Hubert Gass and Ted Gass.Survivors include four daughters, Tina Newcom (Perry) of Marion, Janet Cain (Doug) of Columbia, Tenn., Vicki Cherette of Madisonville and Terry Crowell (James) of Nebo; three sons, Wayne Gass (Janet) of Sturgis, Bobby Gass (Sue) of Owensboro and Jimmy Dale Gass (Jackie) of Onton; 18 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.Private family services were held.Vanover Funeral Home was in charge of arrangement. Online condolences can be made at www.vanovefuneralhome.comPAID OBITUARY

LynchLinda Kay (Kirk) Lynch, 70, of Marion died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville.She was born in Crittenden County on Sept. 2, 1950 to G.B. and Virginia (Yates) Kirk. She enjoyed reading, visiting and being with her dog, Sam. She attended Souls’ Harbor Church in Smithland.Surviving are her son, Stephen Belt (Tracey) of Marion; two step-sons: Michael Lynch of Tiline and Timmy Lynch of Paducah; a brother, B.R. Kirk (Rose) of Salem; nephew, Paul Kirk of Marion; six grandchildren: Brian Rozwalka, Tena Rozwalka, T.J. Rozwalka, Ciera Belt, Cyrus Belt and Mariah Belt; several great-grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and several nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas “Sonny” Lynch; son, George Belt;

sisters: Carolyn Chandler and Paula Coleman; brothers: James Kirk, Don Kirk and Paul Kirk Sr.; and parents: G.B. and Virginia Kirk.Private Services will be held with interment to follow in Union Cemetery. Condolences may also be left online at boydfuneraldirectors.com.PAID OBITUARY

HumphreyRoy Leon Humphrey of Gastonia, N.C., died Saturday, Dec. 5 2020 at his home.He was the son of the late Roy and Geneva Humphrey. His wife of 54 years, Judy Humphrey, passed away earlier this year.He served as a pastor for many years and more recently giving his time serving in the children’s ministry. Surviving are his mother-in-law Lena Laughrun; two sisters, Becky Kirk and Terri Nesbitt; his daughter Leanne Fontenot (Louis); and sons Chris Humphrey (Rhonda), Todd Humphrey (Adriann) and Mark Humphrey; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.Because of COVID, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Greene Funeral Service in Gastonia, N.C., was in charge of arrangements.

WilliamsRobert “Bob” Gene Williams, 88, of the Lola community died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.He was born in Slocum on Aug. 23, 1932 to James “Jim” Homer and Lora L. (Myrick) Williams. He was a retired auto technician and a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church and a 63-year Mason, belonging to Lodge 812. Surviving are his daughter Gina Perrin (Mike) of Lola; sisters: Lucille Watson of Lola, Joyce Dinwiddie of Big Sandy, Tenn., and Linda Rogers of Lola; a brother Harold Williams (Norberta) of Carrsville; granddaughter Brittany Asher (Cole) of Anchorage, Ky.; great-grandchildren, Haylee Perrin and Lawson, Sam, Alex and Carmen Asher; and a special friend Jamie Smith.He was preceded in death by his wife Jacqueline “Jacquie” (Lawson) Williams; a son, Robert “Robbie” Jason Williams; sisters: AnnaLee Monroe and Marie Dinwiddie; brothers: Mark Williams, Jessie Williams and Carl Williams; a grandson Bradley Perrin; parents, James and Lora Williams; and step-mother Bertie Williams.Private services were planned with burial to follow in Bethel Cemetery.

HelmAlbert Wentworth Helm Jr., 71, of Hampton died Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at his home.He was an electrician and enjoyed building and restoring vintage cars and attending car shows. He also enjoyed farming and was a bass guitarist in the praise band at North Livingston Baptist church, where he was a member. Surviving are his wife Kathy Helm of Hampton; son, Derrick (Nicole) Helm of Birmingham, Ala.; and three grandchildren, Isabella, Ainslee and Josiah; sister, Anita Calhoun of Smithland; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Wentworth and Lillie Bradshaw Helm; and sisters, Virginia Bohanon and Minnie Orr.

Services were Saturday, Dec. 5 at North Livingston Baptist Church with Bro. James Wring officiating. Burial was at Hampton Cemetery.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.Myers Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

BrasherDon Brasher, 87, of Franklin, Tenn., formerly of Marion died Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 in Franklin. He was born Nov. 4, 1933 in Crittenden County to Russell and Willow Brasher. He attended school in Crittenden County and married Ramona Henry on Nov. 13, 1954. He worked in the Chem Lab at U.S. Steel for 30 years before retiring to Marion. Brasher was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was Sunday School Superintendent and food pantry volunteer at Marion United Methodist Church for many years.Surviving are his wife Ramona; a son, Jeffrey (Sharon) Brasher; a daughter, Jill Reynolds; sisters, Peggy (Buddy) Fleming and Doris Hook; three grandchildren, Nick Stafford, Shelly (Sam) Cross and Grant (Hannah) Brasher; and great-grandchildren, Sadie and Scarlett Cross and Madelyn Brasher due January 2021. He was preceded in death by a grandson, George Stafford, and a sister, Betty Brasher. Graveside services at Dycusburg Cemetery will be held at a later date. See related article about his athletic career in the Dec. 10, 2020 edition of the newspaper.

MedleyMelisa (Fraliex) Medley, 57, of Reidland, died Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020 at Mercy Health Lourdes in Paducah.She was born July 16, 1963 in Princeton.  She attended Paducah Community College and Lexington Community College where she completed her nursing degree and obtained an associate’s degree in business administration.  She was a Kentucky Colonel and a member of Potters House Baptist Worship Center.           Surviving are two daughters, Megan (Michael) Ward of Reidland and Brianna Medley of Paducah; her mother, Peggy (Overfield) Fraliex of Burna; a brother, Darrell (Karen) Fraliex of Lexington; a sister, Sheila (Jim) Whitaker of Mayfield; two grandchildren: Michael J. Ward and MaKaylee Ward; and several nieces and a nephew.                      She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Fraliex.Private services were Wednesday, Dec. 2 at Boyd Funeral Directors with burial in Hampton Cemetery. 

CrawfordJohn Paul Crawford, 89, of Marion, died Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.Crawford was born in Tolu on March 13, 1931 to Earl and Bonnie Crawford. He attended 32nd Street Church of Christ in Paducah and was retired from General Motors in Chicago.  He served in the U.S. Marines.Surviving are three brothers, Odell Crawford of Marion; Richard Crawford and George

(Barbara) Crawford, both of Salem; nephews: Bob Crawford and Oscar Crawford; and nieces Ann LeCompte, Georganna Ellis (Randy) and Stacy Puckett (Justin). He was preceded in death by his wife, Melva Dean (May) Crawford; a brother, Roy Paxton Crawford; a niece, Amy Crawford; a nephew, Frank Crawford; and his parents.Private services were conducted by Boyd Funeral Directors. Burial was in Carrsville Cemetery.

JonesMelvin Jones, 82, of Marion, died at his home Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. He was a member of Life in Christ Church.Survivors include is wife, Mary Jones of Marion; sons Glen Jones of Lyon County, Doug Jones of Hopkins County and Van Jones of White House, Tenn.; grandsons Kyle Jones of Marion and Mathew Jones and Luke Jones, both of White House; great-grandsons Hayden Jones and Xander Jones, both of Marion.He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Bonnie Jones.Services were Friday, Nov. 27 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Love Cemetery.

McDowellLinda (Foster) McDowell, 70, of Marion, died Monday, Nov. 30, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.McDowell was a retired teacher having taught English and history for over 30 years at Crittenden County Middle/High School. In her early years of teaching she taught French classes. She enjoyed reading, gardening and being with her family, especially grandchildren. Surviving are her husband of 33 years, James “Butch” McDowell of Marion; two daughters, Kelly Grady (Zack Olson) of Louisville and Amy (Jared) Byford of Marion; step-daughter Jeana (Daniel) Lowery of Eddyville; two brothers, Don (Brenda) Foster of Burna, and David (Teresa) Foster of Burna; a sister, Jan (Randy) Tasa of Henderson; her mother Dorothy (Fletcher) Foster of Salem; six grandchildren: Noah Byford, Jordy Byford, Beau Byford, Evan McDowell, Marley Phelps and Jacob Phelps.She was preceded in death by her father, George Foster; and step-son Jason McDowell. Cremation was chosen by the family. Boyd Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements.

BinkleyPhillip Morris Binkley, 80, of Salem, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.He was a member of Pinkneyville Baptist Church where he served as a trustee. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a carpenter and later in years worked at the Salem Water and Sewage Department. He enjoyed going to church, spending time with his family, gardening, fishing, riding a golf cart with his granddaughter, talking to his sisters on the telephone and most of all, sharing his love of God.Surviving are his wife, Henrietta Binkley of Salem; children, Johnetta (Austin) Taylor of Salem; Vicky (Jerry) Parker of Clinton, Tenn.; and Stefanie (Todd) Ferry of Timberlake, N.C.; grandchildren, Josie Taylor, Tanner (Devin) Collins and Tyler Collins; great-grandchild, Chandler Collins; siblings, Ina (Dwight) Williams, Carolyn (Denzil) Shuecraft,

Mae (Carter) Butler, Nora Belle Driver and Billy Binkley.He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Edith Binkley; a brother, Robert Binkley and sisters, Frankie Warnick and Nellie Vrbetic.Memorials may be made to Gideons International.Graveside services were conducted by Boyd Funeral Directors.

PruittMarvin Dewey Pruitt, 50, of Marion, died at his home Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020.He attended Marion Baptist Church and worked as a car lot manager for 20 years at Bobby Stinnett Used Cars. He took pride in his vintage Mustang and enjoyed watching wrestling and collecting wrestling memorabilia. Surviving are his longtime companion, Tanya Ramage of Marion; a step-daughter, Stephanie Powell-Midkiff; step-grandchildren, Jacen Powell and Lucas Midkiff, all of Indiana; brothers, Scott E. Pruitt of Eddyville, Jerry L. Pruitt of Marion, Rich Pruitt of Valparaiso, Ind., Kenny Pruitt of Tucson, Ariz.; and sisters, Stephanie Pruitt of Hopkinsville, Neda Wright and Dora Schumacker, both of Portage, Ind., Elaina Lane of Chicago; a niece, Scoti Jones of Marion; a nephew, Jacob Pruitt of Morganfield and many more nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Arvel and Rita Pruitt; and a sister, Charlotte Shanks.Funeral services were Tuesday, Dec. 1 at Myers Funeral Home with burial in Dycusburg Cemetery.

DriskillMorris Lynn Driskill, 52, of Marion, formerly of Smithland, died Monday, Nov. 30, 2020 at his mother’s home. Driskill was born Jan. 18, 1968.  He was a river worker and a member of Marion Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, collecting matchbox cars and hotwheels, watching Nascar and drawing graphic designs.Surviving are his mother and step-father, Lena (Swinford) Buckingham and Melvin Buckingham of Marion; his father and step-mother, Benny Morris Driskill and Robbie Driskill of Smithland; sisters: Gayle Guess of Marion, Tina (Brad) Walker of Marion and Janice Kay Whitehair of Smithland; nieces and nephews Brad Guess, Jason Guess, Jessie “Punk” Lebanion, Christian Walker, Blake Miracle and Olivia Collier; and several great- nieces and great- nephews.   Private services were held with burial in Mapleview Cemetery. Boyd Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements.

ClarkeDr. Darrell Clarke, former pastor at Marion Baptist Church, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2020 at his home in Tennessee.Clarke is a retired minister, most recently serving at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis.Services are tentatively scheduled for Saturday at Bellevue Baptist Church.

WringJohn Wayne Wring, 68, of Paducah, died Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020 at his home.

Wring was born in St. Louis, Mo. on Feb 25, 1952 and was a retired laborer. Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Patricia (Shuecraft) Wring of Paducah; a son, Daren (Chastity) Wring of Ledbetter; his mother, Novella Wring of Paducah; six sisters, Linda Rodgers of Paducah, Wilma Culp of Calvert City, Diane Shepherd of West Paducah, Janice Cleary of West Paducah, Debi Mings of Missouri and Joy Friedman of Missouri; four brothers, Gene Wring of Paducah, Billy Wring of Paducah, Charles Wring of Bardwell and Bobby Cress of Missouri; two grandchildren, Abigail Wring and Emma Wring; an uncle, Leonard Wring of West Paducah; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Grady Wring; brothers, Michael Wring, George Morris and James Morris; and a sister, Kathy Hayes.Funeral services were Sunday, Nov. 15 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery.

ClevengerShelby Jean Clevenger, 81, of Marion, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehab. She was a former employee of the Crittenden County Board of Education, Crittenden County Literacy Council and Crittenden County Public Library and member of Marion Baptist Church.Surviving are her cousin, Reg (Mary Helen) Hodges of Port Orange, Fla.; step-son, Kevin (Deanna) Clevenger and step grandson, Corey Clevenger, both of Letts, Iowa.She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Clevenger, and parents, Glenn and Katie Gass.Graveside services were Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020 at Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mapleview Cemetery.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

OrdwayAnna Jean Cooper Ordway, 83, of Calvert City, died Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah. Ordway was a member of Vaughn’s Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church.  She was a 1956 graduate of Marion High School and did substitute teaching for many years. She was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Women and enjoyed her years as a member of the Bradford Music Club.  She was a minister’s wife who worked along side her husband, in church activities, planning programs, music programs and office work. Surviving are her husband of 64 years, Rev. Wendell Ordway; two daughters, Sheryn Ordway, Madison Tenn., Marcia Jean Ordway, Dallas, Texas; one son, Alan Wendell (Alicia) Ordway of Plano, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.Preceding her in death were her parents, Claude Cooper Sr. and Opal Bebout Cooper; two sisters, Dorothy Stalion and Barbara Cooper Newcom; and two brothers, Claude Cooper Jr. and Harold Cooper. Services were Monday, Nov. 16 at the Milner & Orr Funeral of Paducah with Dr. Bud Russell officiating. Burial was in Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.Memorials may be made to the Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home, 909 Greenlee St., Denton, TX 76201 or to the Gideons International, Paducah East Camp, P.O. Box 8436, Paducah, KY  42002.

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Donald G. DeBoe, 87, of Marion, died Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah. He was a United States Army Veteran.Survivors include his children, Jeff (Rhonda) DeBoe and Jana (Paul) Sisco; grandchildren, Sasha (Jed) Weidner, Autumn (Dylan) Martin, Orion (Morgan) DeBoe, Logan Howard and Briana Howard; sister-in-laws, Doris (Carrol) Stubblefield and Linda DeBoe; neices, Lisa Large Cockrell and Valerie DeBoe; nephews, Robert Dean DeBoe and Don DeBoe and siblings, Jr. DeBoe, Carrie McClure, Larry DeBoe and Phyllis Ann Risner.He was preceded in death by his wife, Norvel Dean DeBoe; father, Paul DeBoe; mother, Ruth Rorer and siblings, Pauline (Raymond) Lee, Robert DeBoe, Kenneth DeBoe, John Ed DeBoe, Sue DeBoe, Buddy Rorer and Doug Rorer.Services are at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.Military rites will be held at the cemetery on Saturday.

LynchWesley Ray Lynch, 76, of Amboy, Ill., died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020 at KSB Hospital in Dixon. He was born March 26, 1944 in Fredonia, the son of James and Nellie (Frailix) Lynch. He married Nancy Ellen Sutton Oct. 9, 1965 in Marion. Lynch was an ironworker at Page Engineering for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, building and creating ornamental railings.Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Nancy; one daughter, Andrea Lynch of Amboy; one grandson, Bill Cronch, Jr.; and several siblings.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister in infancy.Cremation rites have been accorded with the McDonald Funeral Home and Crematory in Rock Falls. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no services.

AdamsGala Rosemary Adams, 79, of Salem, died Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation.Surviving are her children Tina Boyd of Marion and Jason Adams of Salem; grandchildren Jeremy Boyd, Kelly Corver, Kobe Adams, Jace Adams and Jackson Jones; and a great-grandchild, Todd Corver.She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Ray Adams.Services were Saturday, Nov. 14 at Hurricane Cemetery in Crittenden County. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MatthewsOwen Matthews, 11, of Eddyville, died Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020 in his comfortable bed with his Dad, Mom, big sister and loving dog, Buddy, by his side.  Matthews was a child of God and attended Charity Baptist Church in Eddyville.  He loved baseball and basketball, was the youngest Kentucky Colonel ever and an honorary member of many law enforcement groups. Survivors include his parents, Chase and Jennifer Matthews of Eddyville; one sister, Sarah Spurlock of Eddyville; maternal grandparents, Roger and Cindy Waters of Eddyville; paternal grandparents, Rudy Matthews and Wanda Kinnis of Dycusburg;

maternal great-grandmother, Shirley Rushing of Eddyville; paternal great-grandfather, James LaRue of Eddyville; four uncles, Tim (Erin) Waters of Eddyville; Craig Stone of Providence, Aaron LaRue and Curt LaRue, both of Princeton. Matthews was preceded in death by maternal great-grandparents, A.R. and Louise Waters and Howard Rushing; paternal great-grandparents, Henry Matthews Sr., Gloria Matthews and Rose Wallace. Services were Sunday, Nov. 8 on the lawn of Eddyville First Baptist Church with Rev. Roger Waters and Rev. Aaron Brown officiating.  Burial was in Glenn's Chapel Cemetery in Lyon County.Memorials may be made to Lyon Diamond Club, P.O. Box 116, Eddyville, KY 42038.

WindersJeffrey Lloyd Winders, 64, of Marion, died Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.Survivors include his children, Terri Montgomery and Jeff Winders of Morganfield; two sisters, Teresa Hodge of Salem, and Dena Joiner of Marion; two brothers, Phil Winders of Morganfield and Gregg Coleman of Marion; step father, Billy Coleman of Marion and several grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Winders, and parents, Samuel Winders and Valerie Coleman.Private services will be held. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

DoomsMacon Woodson “Woody” Dooms, 87, of Owensboro, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born in Kuttawa on Sept. 8, 1933 to the late Earl and Lennie Dooms.He was a member of Lewis Lane Baptist Church and enjoyed fellowship with the men’s Sunday school class.Dooms was a graduate of Marion High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Most of his adult life was spent in Oregon and California. He retired from AT&T after 30 years and Sun Micro after 10 years.He was a member of the Elks in Hemit, Cali., and served as Exalted Ruler in 2013–2014.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Donna Dooms; two brothers; and two sisters.Surviving are a son, James Dooms of Owensboro; two daughters, Tamera (Gary) Powe of Washington and Stacie Fernholz of Minnesota; grandchildren Taylor Dooms, Frankie Fernholz and Chancy Fernholz; great-grandchild, Jaxtyn; and several nieces and nephews.A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cardinal Cremation Society is in charge of arrangements.

KoonGeraldine Madonna (Reed) Koon, 96, of Salem, died Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services.She was born on April 6, 1924 in Metropolis, Ill., to Oscar and Effie (Green) Reed.Koon had previously worked at Potter & Brumfield and Siemens.  She was a longtime

member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Marion.Surviving are a daughter, Janice Ballard of Calvert City; sons, Michael Koon of Marion, James Koon of Salem and Allen (Tina) Koon of Metropolis; 14 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dick Koon; sons, Stanley Eugene Koon and Gary Eugene Koon; several brothers and sisters; and her parents.Funeral services will be held at 1p.m., Thursday, Nov. 12 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Ed Minnard officiating.  Burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Friends may visit from 11 a.m. until the funeral hour in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors. CollinsSteve Allen Collins, 63, of Clay, died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.Survivors include his children, Shannon and Shim Collins and Jason Millikan; a brother, Will Collins; 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Louise Collins; and a brother, Arville Collins.Private services will be held at a later date.

MyersRonald G. “Ronnie” Myers, 67, of Marion, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.  He was born March 7, 1953 to the late Louis & Verna Myers.  Myers was the owner of NAPA Auto Parts in Marion, served in the Army National Guard, was a life-long Crittenden County Rocket sports booster and Rocket football fan.  He was a 34-year member of the Rocket football staff, holding several responsibilities with the team, including being the videographer and assisting in transporting the team’s equipment to the away games. Myers grew to love each player like family and never missed a game. He loved spending any free time he had golfing and bowling with friends and family. He was a friend to whomever he met and never met a stranger. Myers was commonly known around town as “Parts Ron.”  He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife, Gayle, for over 47 years.  He was a loving father to three children and a grandfather to 10 grandchildren. He loved nothing more than his family.He is survived by his wife, Gayle; two sons, Darrick (Jennifer) Myers, Kyle (Ashley) Myers, both of Marion; a daughter, Ashley (Vince) Mitchell of Paducah; a brother, Eddie (Paulette) Myers; sister, Carolyn Rose; 10 grandchildren, Hadley Myers, Emma, Lily and Noah Atchison, Adison and Kash Myers and Carson Brown and Mccoy, Tucker and Mallie Mitchell.He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Verna Myers; his stepfather, Dolphy Hodges; two brothers, Tony Myers and Jerry (Tubbo) Myers.Services were Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the Crittenden County High School football field with interment in Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Crittenden County Quarterback Club, 175 Nunn Jent Rd., Marion, KY 42064 or at any Farmers Bank locaiton.Paid obituary

LoydKenneth “Kicky” Loyd, 85, of Paducah, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.  He was born Sept. 5, 1935 in Paducah to the late William and Gertrude Loyd.  He was the owner and operator at Paducah Starter & Generator Service until he retired. He enjoyed playing golf and was an exercise nut.  He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of St. Francis De Sales. He is survived by his sister, Lynann (Dennis) Woodall of Marion; two brothers, Charles Loyd of Paducah and Alan (Angie) Loyd of Paducah; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ronald Loyd and William Loyd Jr.; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Loyd.Graveside services were held Wednesday, Nov. 4 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Father John Okoro officiating.   Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Assoc. Greater Kentucky Chapter, 6100 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 401 Louisville, KY 40205. Milner & Orr Funeral Home Funeral Home in Paducah was in charge of arrangements. CroftRaymond Croft, 78, of Salem died Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.Croft was born April 16, 1942 in the Lola Community to Tracy and Mildred Harris Croft.  He was known as “the 4020 man” having owned 65 4020 John Deere tractors in his lifetime. He enjoyed truck pulls, watching wrestling, jet skiing, gardening and loved all his grandkids.  He was a member of Lola Missionary Baptist Church. Croft was a farmer and had worked for Turner Conyer Sawmill and Westvaco in forest management.        Surviving are his wife of 35 years Judy Croft of Salem; two sons, Tommy (Jill) Croft of Salem and Chris Smith of Salem; two daughters, Sharon (Randy) Willbanks-Crouch of Salem, and Patty (Jeff) McGrew of Smithland; a brother, Roger (Tammy) Croft of Salem; a sister, Linda Sue Ferrell (late Sonnie) of Salem; grandchildren, Masa (Taylor) Champion of Smithland, Colt McGrew of Smithland, Clay Croft of Salem, Jantzon Croft of Richmond, Audrey Croft of Salem and Morgan Smith of Salem; a nephew, Jordan Croft of Burna; and nieces Heather Chaney, Eugena (Steve) Champion and Debbie (Jimmy) Damron, all of Salem.He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law and parents.Funeral services were Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Kenny Odom officiating. Burial was in Watson Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Gideons International, P. O. Box 304, Salem, KY 42078 for Bibles.

DriverRuble Lee Driver, 38, of Marion, died Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 in Parkersburg, W.Va.Driver was born Nov. 4, 1981 in Crowley, La.  Since a young age, he had enjoyed rebuilding – and it did not matter if it was a house or motor.  Traveling across country in the semi with his father at an early age was among his favorite childhood memories that guided his future occupation. 

At the time of his death, Driver was an employee of Risinger Trucking Company and had driven a truck for seven years.  Surviving are his daughters, Cheyenne and Alexis Driver; sons, Reuben and Brandon Driver; brother, Richard Driver of Smithland; and his father and step-mother, Rueben and Shirley Driver of Salem.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Alberta Sue (Ladd) Driver.   Services were held Tuesday, Oct. 27 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Jason Miller speaking during visitation. 

ShuecraftDanny Ray Shuecraft, 72, of Marion, died Monday, Oct. 26, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services.Shuecraft was an ordained minister since 1986.  Prior to becoming a minister, he served in the ministry by singing in various gospel groups. He served in the military as a young man in the Vietnam area, during 1968–1969. He was an intelligence specialist, radar operator, machine gunner and tank driver.Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Kathy Jean Shuecraft; two sons, Sean (Christie) Shuecraft and Graham (Mandi) Shuecraft, both of Marion; grandchildren, Summer (Blake) Gardner of Marion, Cameron (Bailey) Shuecraft of Salem, and Logan (Emily) Shuecraft of Salem, Braxton Winders of Marion; great-grand children, Alayah Shuecraft, Jantzen Shuecraft, Blakelee Gardner, Brilee Gardner, Breckin Gardner and Kimsey Gardner; a brother, Stanley (Debbie) Shuecraft of Fellsmere, Fla.; half-sisters, Betty Burgess, JoAnn Chandler, Bonnie Watson, Pat Reeves and Kathy McCaslin of Houston, Texas; a half- brother, Freddie Shafer of North Carolina; step-sisters, Brenda (Gary) Dunkerson of Salem, Pam (Kenneth) Champion of Marion; step-brothers, Bill (Vonna) Damron of Salem and Jimmy (Debbie) Damron of Salem.He was preceded in death by a step-brother, Joe Damron; a half-brother, Jimmy Shafer; his adoptive parents, Marvin Shuecraft and Ophelia Damron; and Allen and Juanita Shafer.Funeral services wereWednesday, Oct. 28 at Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial was in White’s Chapel Cemetery.

ShelbySarah Emily Stout Shelby, 77, of Marion, died Thursday Oct. 22, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville.She was a cosmetologist, owning and operating a salon business since 1965.She was a graduate of Murray State-Fitzpatrick School of Design, a member of Marion Baptist Church and a devoted member of Marion Main Street, having assisted in many community improvement projects.Surviving are her son, Paul Beard; granddaughter, Kylee Beard and brother, David (Shannon) Stout, all of Marion.She was preceded in death by her husband, Evan Moulton Shelby, and parents, William H. and Esther Sophene Wood Stout.Graveside services were Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 at Mapleview Cemetery. Myers Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made to the Emily Shelby Memorial Fund, Farmers Bank and Trust Company, 201 South Main St., Marion, KY 42064 c/o Paul Beard.

BeltCarlos Winfred Belt, 83, of Cadiz, died Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 at his home.Belt was born Jan. 14, 1937 in Marion to Allie and Robbie Belt.  He was a retired coal miner.Surviving are his wife of 24 years, Debra (Davis) Belt of Cadiz; daughters, Carla Foote of Orlando, Fla. and Crystal Franklin (Jared) of Salem; step-daughters, Janie (Todd) Butts of Cadiz and Lara (Paul) Breece of Bowling Green; eight grandchildren, Taylor Butts, Troy Butts, Lizzie Butts, Gavin Breece, Kylie Breece, Jordan Foote, Josh Foote and Jake Foote; and three great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral services are at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial will follow in Loveless Chapel Cemetery.Friends may visit from noon until the funeral hour in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.Memorials may be made to  Alzheimer’s Association, Kaden Tower, 6100 Dutchmans Lane Suite 401, Louisville KY  40205–3284 or Pennyroyal Hospice Inc, 220 Burley Avenue, Hopkinsville, KY 42240.

TravisCatherine C. Jones Travis, 92, of Marion, died Thursday Oct. 15, 2020 at Covington Convalescent Center in Hopkinsville.She was a member of Mexico Baptist Church.Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Sue Travis of Hopkinsville; granddaughters, Shawn Travis of Elizabethtown, and Tiffany Sexton of Franklin, Tenn.; great-granddaughters, Addie, Emily and Olivia Sexton all of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Haskall Travis; a son, Rev. Rodney Travis; parents, Riley B. and Iva Mae Jones; one sister; and two brothers.Services were Saturday Oct. 17 at Mexico Baptist Church with burial in Mexico Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Mexico Baptist Church.

BeboutCarolyn Sue (Robinson) Bebout, 82, of Elizabethtown, Ill., died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020 at Hardin County General Hospital in Rosiclare.     Bebout was born Feb. 18, 1938 in Bush, Ill., to Ray Robinson and Pauline Grissom. After an early graduation from high school, she married James “Jimmy” Bebout on April 28, 1956, and later studied cosmetology.  Their son, Timothy, was born in 1965 after 10 years of marriage.  She then obtained a job in Chicago as the head of data processing for IBM where she enjoyed traveling to such places as New York City. Her family then moved from Chicago, to Hardin County, Ill., in 1970 where she and James raised their children. She then transferred to work for IBM in Evansville, but the commute was too much for her.  After moving to Elizabethtown, to their 168-acre farm in 1975, while building a house,  Bebout discovered she was expecting another child, Lisa. Bebout was a hard worker and very active all her life. In her earlier years she had even taken care of her siblings. In Illinois she worked with Scotlad and Job Corp.  She retired in 1995 from Ozark-Mahoning Mining Company when they shut down. She was so

dedicated to her mining family, she once put off open heart surgery for a day, just to make sure the miners got their payroll checks before she left. She later attended nursing school and surgical tech training. Then, in 1998, she and her husband James moved to Sheridan, Ky.During Bebout’s life she faithfully served as secretary, and Sunday school teacher, at Keeling Hill Church. She loved the Lord and loved to share her faith. She attended church as much as her health permitted, and she loved her church, Rosiclare General Baptist, very much. Everyone she came in contact with loved her. She had several who she adopted as “hers” and several who adopted her as “their Granny.”  Her greatest gift in her life was her grandbabies.      She is survived by her son, Timothy Bebout of Rosiclare: a daughter, Lisa (Michael) McBee of Elizabethtown; step-daughter, Monda Lynch of Robertsville, Mo.; a sister, Judith Knusta of Mesquite, Texas; two brothers, Arthur Mackey of Plainfield, Ill., and Ronald Mackey of Lola; three grandchildren, Braxton McBee, Destiny McBee and Jenna Marie McBee; three step-grandchildren, Phyllis Reese, Jeff Belt and Robert Lynch; and six step-great grandchildren, Brianna Belt, Tyler Belt, Haley Reese, Austin Reese; Tommy Murphy; and Giavonna Love; and one step great-great grandchild, Allie Rose Love.      She was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jimmy” Bebout; a brother, Terry Mackey; and her parents.Funeral services were Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 at Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.  Burial followed in Lola Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Rosiclare General Baptist Church, c/o Boyd Funeral Directors, P. O. Box 26, Salem, KY 42078.Paid obituary

DickersonMr. James Rudell “Jimmy” Dickerson, Jr., 59, of Burna, died Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.Dickerson loved to ride his motorcycle, build model trucks and spend time with family.He is survived by a daughter, Amanda Dickerson of Burna; a special grandpup, PupPup; special son, Jimmy Chambers of Lexington; two sisters, Pam (Tim) Sawyer of Burna, and Connie Sue Sullivan; a brother, Bruce Wayne Dickerson; and a nephew, Tim Sawyer.Dickerson was preceded in death by his parents, James Ruddell Dickerson, Sr, and Lucille Imogene Holley Dickerson.Private services will be held. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery.Arrangements are under the direction of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem.Memorials may be made to United Way, 333 Broadway, Suite 502, Paducah, KY 42001.

WestRobert "Wayne" West, 66, of Marion, unexpectedly went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020. To know West was to know love, faith and dedication to his family, church, friends and community and his enormous sense of humor and love of pranks. He knew no stranger and was always willing to extend his hand of service. He

demonstrated these qualities in his long time commitment of teaching the youth about God, coaching many baseball, softball and football teams and spending time building relationships with his Bright Life family. Most of all, his ultimate joy came in spending time with his family and watching them grow and develop a relationship with God. This included his wife, Carol, and his children, Jayme (Shane) Young, Bobby (Elliot) West and Chris West. West was a proud Poppy of many grandchildren and great grandchildren, including Haylee (Chad) Henager, Dillan West, Emily West, Lane West, Leauna West, Drake Young, Hadlee, Haven and Breckyn Henager. These children and grandchildren will know his legacy because of the love he had poured into each one of them. In addition, he is survived by a sister, Ann Clark of Henderson; a brother, Greg West of Marion; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Loretta West; and a brother, Sonny (Darlene) West. Services are scheduled for 6 p.m., Thursday Oct. 22, 2020 at Life In Christ Church in Marion. The family will receive visitors from 3 p.m., Thursday until service time at the church. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Paid obituary

NunnJerry Nunn, 77, of Desloge, Mo., formerly of Crittenden County, died Oct. 7, 2020. He was the son of Cecil and Grace Nunn. He was a 1961 Graduate of Crittenden County High School.

OsborneAllen Osborne, 87, of Princeton, died Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020 at his home. Osborne was a member of Liberty Baptist Church where he served as an ordained deacon. He was retired from Pennwalt as an instrument engineer. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Osborne of Princeton; two daughters, Cathy (John) Barnett of Marshall County, Jo E. (Phil) Kinchington of Clearfield, Utah; one son, Eric A. Osborne of Livingston County; one brother, Ralph E. (Pam) Osborne of Florida; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Henry and Mary Elizabeth Ratliff Osborne; one sister, Doris Blackwell; and one brother, Larry Edward Osborne.Funeral services were Friday, Oct. 9 at Morgan's Funeral Home with Rev. Chris Childress officiating. Burial was in Cedar Hill Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Christian Appalachian Project, PO Box 55911, Lexington, KY 40555–5911.

ReddickSteven “Todd” Reddick, 52, of Marion, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020. Reddick was a mighty man of God that won the ultimate prize in heaven after fighting a long cancer battle.If you knew Todd, you know how incredibly proud of his family he was. His wife, Michelle, and all of his children: Kayla (Ben) McCurry, Ashton (Bradley) Wyatt, Rebekah

(Sam) Laskowski, Jack, Jonah, Jett and John-Luke. Reddick had eight grandchildren: Georgia, Beckham, Griffin, Goldie, Brooks, Gwyneth, Grady, and Sawyer. In addition to his children and grandchildren, he is survived by his mother, Diane Reddick, his mother-in-law, Judy Belt; two sisters and two brothers-in-law: Stefanie (Jaime) Crowell and Amy (Dr. David) Bealle; a brother-in-law, David (Abbey) Belt, and 18 nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Jake Reddick; and father-in-law, Eddie Belt.Reddick was known for being strong, funny, intelligent, hardworking, persistent and maybe even a little mischievous. He was always going out of his way to make someone laugh. He enjoyed playing sports and was an incredible coach. He loved being outside fishing, hunting, camping and boating with his family. He was an excellent worker and loved running heavy equipment. We know his dad, Jake, has already put him to work helping build the kingdom in heaven. His strength throughout his life was unbelievable and his faith in God never ceased no matter what circumstances he faced.Funeral services were Wednesday Oct. 14 at Gilbert Funeral Home with burial in Mapleview Cemetery. In addition to flowers, the family would appreciate donations for his sons to the Todd Reddick Memorial Fund at Farmers Bank.Paid obituary  BrownCarole Brown, 80, of Calvert City, died Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation.Brown was born Jan. 8, 1940 to T. R. and Aurella (Murray) Peck. She was a retired medical transcriptionist and a member of Zion's Cause Baptist Church in Benton.She is survived by her daughters, Kelly (Brad) Smith and Dona (Greg) Moyers; a brother, Rell (Pat) Peck, Sr.; grandchildren Jory (Tessie) Smith, Jarek (Carina) Carlson, Blaze (Brittnee) Smith, Hunter (Ashley) Smith, Emily Darr, Lindsey (Ben) Maynard, Nathan Moyers, Morgan Moyers, Dustin Darr; and great-grandchildren Theo Smith, Emma Maynard, Sam Maynard, Dixie Maynard, Wyatt Hicks and Ele Hicks. She is also survived by her best friend Nikki. She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Brown; a son, Terry Brown; a sister, Detrah Peck; granddaughter Sarah Moyers; and her parents.   Private graveside services will be held. Services may be viewed on Facebook Live beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 17.  Burial will be in Salem Cemetery.

WhitmanMerle Edward Whitman, 75, of Marion, died Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020.He is survived by his wife, Karen Whitman; daughters Kendra Whitman of Marion, Debra Whitman of Michigan; sons Thomas Whitman of Marion, Darrell Whitman, Derrick Whitman and Johnathon Whitman, all of Michigan; and several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Alta Whitman; brothers James and Ronald Whitman; and a sister Barbara Miniard. A memorial dinner will be held at the Coon Dog Inn Restaurant at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 11 in Fredonia.

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Roy Vance Ramage, 82, died Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at his home in Clinton, S.C.He was born in Burna and was a son of the late Roy W. Ramage and Corrine Peck Ramage. He received a Bachelor of Science, Masters of Business Administration and Masters of Arts Education all at Murray State University and a Doctor of Education at the University of Kentucky. He was the Superintendent of Schools from 1981 to 1994 at West Carrollton, Ohio and from 1994 to 2004 at Paducah City Schools. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clinton, S.C. and a veteran of the United States Army.Ramage is survived by his wife, Mary Sue Glaysbrook Ramage; a son, Roy Vance “RV” Ramage, II; daughters, Vanessa Sue Harrington and Amy Ramage (Nelson) Jones; grandchildren Riley Harrington and Emma Harrington; brothers, Don Ramage, James Ramage and Tommy Ramage.Graveside memorial services with military rites will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct.10 at Dyer Hill Cemetery near Smithland. Boyd Funeral Directors is in charge of arrangements.Memorial contributions may be made to Breast Cancer Research Foundation, https://www.bcrf.org/about or Hospice of Laurens County, P.O. Box 178, Clinton, SC 29325.

GreenDon Green, 81 of Mayfield, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020 at his residence. He was a member of the Northside Baptist Church, A U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, former owner of Green & Green Corp., and a member of the Mayfield Rotary Club where he had several years of perfect attendance. Green was a graduate of Crittenden County High School and was inducted into the Marion-Crittenden County Athletics Hall of Fame in 2001. He officiated basketball for 33 years, including 24 regional tournaments, the 1981 and 1983 state tournaments. He umpired baseball for 21 years, officiated football for 28 years, and he also was the assigning secretary for football officials for 24 years. He is survived by his wife Phyllis Land Green of Mayfield; two sons, Gary Green of Mayfield, and Terry Green of West Minister, Colo.; and three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Mae Henry Green, four sisters and six brothers. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Brown Funeral Home in Mayfield with Rev. Ronnie McGarrh and Rev. Barry McGarrh officiating. Burial will follow in the Mayfield Memory Gardens. Friends may call after 5 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020 at the Brown Funeral Home in Mayfield.  ManleyDottie McClure Doom Manley, 86, died at Paragon Assisted Living Facility in Madisonville on Monday, Sept. 28, 2020.She is survived by three granddaughters, Jessica Lane of Singapore; Lara Lane of Nashville and Mee Ri (Michael) Middleton of Lexington; three step-grandchildren, Josh, Samantha and Katlyn Manley; and two stepsons, Randy (Judith) Manley and Scott (Ruddell) Manley; a brother, Pat (Jeri) McClure; sisters Betty Jones, Dorcas Kline and June (Doug) Duvall; and many great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca Lane; her first husband, Harland

Doom; second husband, Jim Manley; a stepson, Steve Manley; two sisters, Jane Ray and Jonni Lou Conger; and two brothers, Rudolph McClure and Northern McClure.She retired from General Motors with over 30 years of service in St. Louis. She retired to her home in Marion where she was a faithful member of Seven Springs Baptist Church. Her love of travel and history took her to all United States except Hawaii and many countries around the world. Memorial donations may be made to Seven Springs Baptist Church 219 Seven Branch Rd., Marion, KY 42064.Services were Friday, Oct. 2 at Myers Funeral Home with burial in Dycusburg Cemetery.

KelleyJo Kelley of Smithland went home to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, Oct. 4 surrounded by her family.Kelley was a hair dresser in her early career, co-owned and operated the IGA in Burna and was later a realtor.Kelley was devoted to each of her family members, down to her great-great-grandchildren and was loved by many. She was affectionately known to her grandchildren as “Popane,” a name that followed her for over 46 years.She was a member of Smithland United Methodist Church.Kelley is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Robert Kelly; a daughter Bobbie Jo (Allen) Smith and son, David (Loretta) Kelley both of Smithland; grandchildren Bridget (Brent) Houston of Henderson, Julie Gavin of Henderson, Hannah Kelley of Dallas and Jason (Kaylynn) Bryant of Doniphan, Mo; 15 grandchildren, Tyler Keeling, Dexter Keeling, Hailey Houston, Tony Houston, Caitlin Houston, Reed Houston, Kelsey (Sgt. Jacob Thompson) Thompson, Aaron Lucas, Emma Gavin, Elizabeth Gavin, Anna Gavin, Kyla Bryant, Cori Bryant, Ethan Bryant and Haven Bryant; five great-great grandchildren, Tai, Evee, Harrison, Jase and Paisley Jo due February 2021; two brothers, Ray (Nancy) Rudd of Smithland; David (Cheryl) Rudd of Ledbetter; a very special sister-in-law of 64 years, Sue Rudd of Smithland; and a special cousin, Dora Mae Miley. Kelley cherished her friends and leaves behind her best friends, Doug and Helen Wheat and Marlene and Perry Evans; and in her words, “the world’s best neighbors,” Billy Joe and Maggie Edmonds and Joey Edmonds.Kelley was preceded in death by her parents, Houston and Helen Rudd; a brother, Don H. Rudd; a sister, Francis Sims; and granddaughter, Tanya Jo Lucas.Services were Wednesday, Oct. 7 at Boyd Funeral Directors with burial at Scott’s Chapel Cemetery.Paid obituary

OrrPhyllis Cunningham Orr, 71, of Marion, died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was raised in Murray, but had been a resident of Marion for over 40 years.Orr graduated from Calloway County High School in 1967. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Murray State University in 1971 and a Master’s Degree in Education from Murray State University in 1972.She was a retired teacher and taught school for 27 years in Hickman, Graves and

Crittenden counties. During her career, she taught kindergarten, first, third, fifth and sixth grades, as well as Title I Reading. After her retirement, she was elected to the Crittenden County School Board and served in that capacity for 15 years. While on the school board, she served as both chairman and vice-chairman. She loved children and had a passion for teaching. She found great joy in seeing her students succeed in the classroom and in life. She always enjoyed seeing former students and hearing about their lives.Orr was a member of Marion Baptist Church. She was a member of the Crittenden County Retired Teachers Association and was a former member of the Crittenden County Chamber of Commerce Executive Board.Orr enjoyed trips to the beach and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters who called her “Nana.” She was known for her outgoing nature and never met a stranger.She is survived by a daughter, Ginger (Bradley) Boone of Marion; and a son, Jordan Orr of Marion; two granddaughters, Lacey and Lauren Boone of Marion; and a brother, Keith (Elaine) Finney of Madisonville and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Larry Orr; her mother and step-father, Kathryn and Charles Finney; and father, Tom Cunningham.Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion with burial in Mapleview Cemetery. Friends may call Sept. 30 at Myers Funeral Home between the hours of 5–8 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 220 Great Circle Rd., Nashville, TN 37228.

GastonEdna Merril Gaston, 84, of Marion, died Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Marion Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband, L.B. Gaston of Marion;a daughter, Rita (John) Keller of Madisonville; grandchildren, Tommy (Emily) Gaston, Jr., Patrick (Jamie) Carter, Lance Carter, Lauren (Joshua) Knight, Jacob Gaston and Nicole Gaston; great-grandchildren, Brodie Beard and Elizabeth Knight; and a sister, Mae Brigance of Muhlenberg County.She was preceded by her son, Tommy Gaston, Sr., and parents, Harrison and Flora Roach.Services were Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion, with burial in Rose Hill Cemetery in Central City, KY. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

GrimesT. R. Grimes, 86, of Calvert City, formerly of Reidland, died Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 at his home. Grimes was born in Salem to Martha and Ragon Grimes on May 8, 1934.  He graduated from Salem High School and attended Murray State College.  He was a member of the National Guard for several years and was a veteran of the U. S. Army.   He was an outside salesman for McKeown Office Equipment and retired from Petter Office Equipment.  He was a longtime and faithful member of Reidland United Methodist Church.  He loved his family and enjoyed sports – especially UK basketball. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joanna; and two daughters. Deborah Shirley

(Tony) of Taylorsville and Gayla Westfall (Mark) of Gilbertsville; seven grandchildren, Kathryn Shirley Akers (David) of Taylorsville, Emily Shirley Williamson (Matt) of Lexington, Mason Shirley (Rachel) of Louisville, Ragon Grimes (Megan) of Cadiz, Reed Grimes of Breman, Brian Westfall of Gilbertsville and Kayla Westfall of Gilbertsville; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Brent Grimes; and a brother, Michael Grimes.Funeral services were Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Joe Hansen officiating.  Burial was in Salem Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Reidland United Methodist Church, 5515 Reidland Road, Paducah, KY 42003 or the Mercy Health Hospice Foundation Fund, 1530 Lone Oak Road, Paducah, KY 42003.

GuessDarrell Wayne Guess, 72, of Salem, died Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020 at his home.Guess was born Jan. 3, 1948 in Salem to the late Eugene and late LaVerne Hardin Guess. He was a member of VFW Post 217 and American Legion Paducah Post 31. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy Guess; daughters Megan Guess of Hobart, Ind., and Gina Soria of Gary, Ind.; sons, Darren (Kari) Guess of Portage, Ind., and Doug Guess of Portland Ore.; sisters Thelma Kirk and Audrey (Ricky) Crawford of Salem; brother Glenn (Stacey) Guess of Marion; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and very special friends Joseph and Anita Medrano.He was preceded in death by three sisters; four brothers; and his parents.Military rites were held Friday, Sept. 25, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Memorials may be made to Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, P. O. Box 26, Salem, KY 42078.

KnightenMrs. Nancy Marie (Rupcke) Knighten, 69, of Smithland, died Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, at Mercy Health (Lourdes) Hospital in Paducah.Knighten worked for 17 years at the Executive Inn in Paducah as a cook.  She loved hummingbirds, gardening and was the best cook.  She was of Baptist faith.She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Thomas Knighten; three daughters, Carrie (Joey) Crawford of Tiline, Shanna DeBoe of Golconda, Ill., and Kim Knighten of Smithland;a step-son, Michael Knighten of Paducah; two sisters, Elaine Lee of Grand Rivers and Ann Paschall of Paducah; three brothers, James Rupcke of Smithland, Jerry Rupcke of Paducah and Joe Rupcke of Kevil; seven grandchildren, Emily Southern, Hunter Crawford, Cody Crawford, Jarod Crawford, Haleigh Crawford, Hannah Knighten; and Aiden Hale; one great-grandson, Knox Hunt; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters; and her parents, Fredrick and Pearl Ward Rupcke.Funeral services were Sept. 29, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.Burial was in Scott’s Chapel Cemetery.

Rushing  Ruth Anne Jones Rushing, 77 of Paris, Tenn., formerly of Fredonia, died Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020 at the Henry County Health Center in Paris. She was a homemaker and member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church.  She is survived by a daughter, Susan (Pro) Kamperman of Paris; grandchildren Madison and Jackson Kamperman; sister Margaret (Jim) Caudill of Franklin; and several nieces and nephews.   She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Paul "Greasey" Rushing; parents, Floyd E. and Thelma Spillman Jones; brothers James E. "Jimmy" Jones, Thomas W. "Tom" Jones and Bertram "Bert" Jones.Graveside services were Sept.27, 2020 at Crayne Cemetery in Crittenden County with Rev. Jeff Boone officiating.Memorial contributions may be made the Crayne Cemetery, c/o Brenda Underdown, 139 Oak Hill Drive, Marion, KY  42064.

HodgeVernon W. Hodge, 94, of Ocala, Fla., died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020.He is survived by a son, David B. Hodge of Ocala; grandchildren, Doug (Jeanne) Card, Deanna Reyes and Eric (Carrie) Hodge, Shanel Hodge; great-grandchildren Max and Abigail Card, Anthony Reyes, Klara Lynn and Adline Grace Hodge, Eliziah and Greysin Hodge; sisters Jean Hodge Waterloo, Arlene Hodge Salazar (Neil Luster); and a sister-in-law Barbara Nolan Hodge.He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Shirley Patton Hodge; a son, V. Scott Hodge; a daughter, Diane Kay Hodge Card; sisters Hazel Hodge Yates, Irma Lee Hodge, June Hodge Sterling, Joan Hodge Garcia; and brothes Mylo, Ray, Hayden, Don and Gerald Hodge.Burial will be in Mapleview Cemetery.Paid Death Notice

WigginsHarold Wayne “Buddy” Wiggins, 78, of Eddyville passed from this life on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020 at Caldwell County Medical Center in Prince ton. Wiggins was born June 21,1942 in the Cedar Grove Community of Livingston County to the late Thelbert “Sonny” Wiggins and late Ada Loraine “Sis” (Stallions) Wiggins. He was a loving Daddio and brother. Buddy was liked and loved by everyone who met him. He was a retired mechanic having worked for West End Cartage in Melvindale MI, TSI Trucking and Top to Bottom, Inc. in Valparaiso, Ind. He was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa (James) Nauss of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; sister, Debra Coleman of Princeton; and grandson, James An- drew (Jesse) Needham. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Barbara Roy Mabe; and two grandsons, Jonathan Wayne and John Wayne Lynch. Cremation was chosen and services may be held at a later date. Condolences may also be left online at boydfuneraldirectors.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem.

Dear Daddio/Baby Brother, Our hearts are broken in a million pieces. We love you and you will be forever missed. Forever in our hearts.

DickersonGlenn Dickerson, 81, passed peacefully into heaven’s gates on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020. At his request, a graveside memorial service will be held at Old Salem Church Cemetery on Saturday, Sept. 26 with Bro. Dennis Winn officiating. Dickerson was born Oct. 16, 1938 to Claude and Muriel Dickerson, the first of five children. He is survived by his wife Shirley of 56 years; his two children, Melissa Lindsey (Jamie), Craig Dickerson (Kristen); three grandchildren, Kristen Gilbert (Chaise), Parker Lindsey (Sydney) and Grayson Dickerson. He is also survived by his mother, Muriel Dickerson, and four sisters, Beulah Holt (Carl), Bonnie Hosick, Charlotte Belt (Bobby) and Lesia Ruschmeyer. He was preceded in death by his father, Claude Dickerson. Dickerson was a 50 plus year member of Masonic Lodge #81 and served for many years as a deacon of Old Salem Baptist Church. He was a lover of nature and en- joyed many days in his later years sitting on his deck watching deer, birds, and turkey. Memorial contributions may be sent to Old Salem Baptist Cemetery, P.O. Box 239, Salem, KY 42078–0239.

JoyceRaymond Goble Joyce, 79, of Marion, died Sept. 16, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. He was a member of Mexico Baptist Church and United States Army veteran. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Joyce of Marion; children, Melanie Ford and Shannon Joyce both of Marion; grand- children, Tara Ford, Breanna Ford, Maci Brown and Maggie Brown; great-grand-son, Bennett Tabor; step son, Nicky (Danette) Brown of Henderson; brother, Art Joyce of Eddyville, and sister, Faye Stinnett of Dycusburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lelan and Stella Joyce; son, Michael Joyce; sisters, Margaret Linzy, Betty Kemper and Jerline Boyd; and brothers, Oran and Randy Joyce. Services were Sept. 18 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion with burial in Frances Cemetery.

RushingVerna Doris Rushing, age 62, died Sept. 19, 2020 at Baptist Health of Paducah following a short illness. She was of the Baptist faith and worked for WalMart for over 29 years. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Ronald "Rollo" Rushing; daughter, Jodie (Roger) Lamb of Princeton; two sisters, Myra (Jerry) Watson of Marion and Joyce Gass of Newburg, Ind.; brother Jim Maxfield of Livingston County; three grandchildren, Steven, Katie and Jesse Lamb; seven great-grandchildren, Braxton, Connor, Elijah, Kason, Talon, Kenzie and Kylie. She was is preceded in death by her parents Vernon and Alberta Brasher Maxfield; daughter, Rhonda Marie Rushing; sister Pamela Maxfield; and four brothers, Louis, Dennis, Thomas and Joseph Maxfield. Funeral services were Sept. 22, 2020 at at Morgans Funeral Home with Bro. Victor Hill

officiating. Burial was in Crayne Cemetery.

SchroederRodney Joe Schroeder, 66, of Marion died Sept. 20, 2020 at his residence. He was a 20-year veteran of the United States Air Force and had been employed by James Marine. He enjoyed cooking and ham radio. He is survived by his son, Tate Schroeder of Marion; a sister, Marcia Titus of Milton, Fla.; brothers Dennis Schroeder of Amount, La. and David Schroeder, Topeka, Kan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Adams Schroeder, and his parents, Alden and Edythe England Schroeder. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 at Hurricane Cemetery. Myers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. RowlandSusan Leigh Perry Rowland of Paducah died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020 at Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation in Paducah. She was a baker at Kirchhoff’s Bakery in Paducah. Surviving are her son, Philip Rowland of Paducah; a daughter Rachel (Jeffrey) Jett of Paducah; parents Linda and Larry Starr of Marion; a brother Michael (Francie) of Iowa; aunt and uncle Carol and Danny Croft of Paducah; a granddaughter, Maddyx Jett of Paducah; and a nephew, Jack Perry of Iowa. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Hughes Funeral Home in Paducah was in charge of arrangements.

EasleyPaulette Easley, 66, of Providence died Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at her home.She was born in Madisonville, on July 12, 1954, the daughter of Norma Hulsey Easley and the late Lilburn Eugene Myers.Easley was a member of the Providence General Baptist Church and past president of the VFW Post #5484 Ladies Auxillary. Surviving are her husband Terry Allen Easley; her mother, Norma Myers of Providence; a sister, Kimmi Dawn (Claude) Alsbrooks of Providence; a brother, Wayne Myers, of Pittsburgh, Penn.; and a nephew, Brandon D. Lambert.Services were Tuesday, Sept. 15 at Lucille Melton Memorial Chapel of Melton Funeral Home in Providence with Bro. Tim Rigdon officiating. Burial was at White Oak Cemetery.

RankinEdwin Elbert “Bud” Rankin, 93, of Marion, N.C., died on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Lois Jackson Rankin, who died in 2004; their infant son Richard Earl “Rickey” Rankin in 1954, and his parents, Earl W. and Beatrice Rankin of Marion, Ky.Surviving are three children: Jaime Stone (Tommy), Marjo Rankin and Jed Rankin (Susan), all of Marion, N.C.; and grandchildren, Kasey Rankin of London, England, and Jake Rankin of Marion, N.C.He was born March 7, 1927 in the Fords Ferry community on the Ohio River. He went to work at age 16 on a river boat that pushed barges as far south as New Orleans and

north to Cincinnati. He joined the Navy upon early graduation from high school and served in the Marshall Islands during World War II. At war’s end, he went back to the river boats before enrolling at the University of Kentucky.He settled in Marion, N.C., in 1960 and became active in the community. Rankin Drive, the road leading to the hospital, is named in his honor. He was a member of the Hospice of McDowell County Board, and a deacon at First Baptist Church of Marion where he served on planning and finance committees, among others.Rankin started his business, Marion Credit Company, in 1973. His son Jed and grandson Jake continue to operate the business.A public graveside service will be Saturday, Sept. 19 at McDowell Memorial Park, with the Rev. Dr. Scott Hagaman presiding. Beam Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the family.Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, 99 North Main St., Marion, N.C. 28752; or Hospice of McDowell County, 575 Airport Road, Marion, N.C. 28752.

JacksonAngela Marie Jackson, 40, of Marion died Monday, Aug. 24, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. Survivors include her mother Glenda Belt of Marion; a son Tyler Dameron of Mayfield; a brother, Kevin Curry of Marion; and special friend, James Duncan of Marion. She was preceded in death by her father, Everett Curry.A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Friday Aug. 28 at Gilbert Funeral Home.

Burns 104Genelia Burns, 104, of Medina, Ohio died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020 at Fairview Hospital in Cleveland.She was born April 29, 1916 near Berry’s Ferry in Livingston County to the late William Otto Boos and late Hattie Belle Holloway Boos. Services were held Thursday, Aug. 27 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. E. J. Saint officiating.Burns was buried next to her late husband Charles M. Burns in Koe Cemetery near Bayou. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

BeltWilborn Deon Belt, 73 of Sturgis, died Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 at his home.He was born Jan. 21, 1947 in Crittenden County to Charles and Juanita Belt. He retired from Peabody Coal Company Camp II and was a member of UMWA. He was a member of Sullivan Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He enjoyed doing woodwork, fishing, gardening and yardwork.Survivors include his wife Linda Belt of Sturgis; sons, Michael (Jennifer) Belt of Marion, Tony (Heather) Belt of Marion and Bobby (Stephanie) Belt of Lexington, Ky.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; a sister, Cindy Gray of Evansville, Ind.; and three brothers, Harlen Belt of Webster County, Jerry Belt of Webster County and Rick Belt of Evansville, Ind.He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Tammy Belt.Services were Friday, Aug. 28 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. Joe Baker

officiating. Burial was at Sullivan Community Cemetery.Memorials can be made to Sullivan Baptist Church.

JenningsDoyle C. Jennings, 83, of Tucson Ariz., formally of Marion and Crete, Ill., died Aug. 14, 2020 at home. Jennings retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island, Ill., District on Nov. 24, 1993. He was the lockmaster at Thomas J. O’Brien Lock and Dam for 38 years. Surviving are his wife, Naoma (Hodge) Jennings of 64 years; his son, Doug Jennings (Belen) of Tucson Ariz.; his daughter, Pamela Jennings Banicki (late Andrew Banicki) of St. John, Ind.; six grandchildren, Grace, James and Gabrielle Jennings all of Tucson and Greg (Erin), Shaun (fiancé Samantha Krejnik), Zack Banicki (Katie Lane) all of Chicago, Ill.; great grandchild, Alani of Tucson, Ariz.; sisters, Rose Clark and Donna Minton of Marion and Sandy Newell of Madisonville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Jennings and Corine (Watson) York and stepfather Robert York and his sister Regina Woodall. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday Sept. 19 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m., until service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson's Association or the charity of your choice.

SmithDenver Ray Smith, 68, of Marion died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.He was a member of Heartland Baptist Church. Survivors include his sons, Denver (Gina) Smith and Matt (Jana) Smith both of Paducah; grandchildren, Alyssa Smith and fiancé Austin Drake and Tessa, Jenna and Aaron Smith all of Paducah; great-grandchild, Bentlee Drake of Paducah; brothers, Ronnie (Kaye) Glore, Bill (Judi) Smith and Bennett (Sharon) Smith all of Marion; and sisters, Sue (Dennis) Barnes of Salem and Grace (Jimmy) Holman of Marion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Ocie Smith; brothers, Charles, Eddie and D.L. Glore; sister, Dora Mae Belt; and nephew, Eugene Glore. Services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 3 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Union Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5–8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.SullivanRocky Lee Sullivan, 68, of Marion died Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital in Marion. He attended Caldwell Springs Church.Survivors include his sister Sherry Sullivan of Portage, Ind.; a nephew, Brian of Indiana; aunts Betty and Linda; and several other nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Evelyn Sullivan; brother, Buck Sullivan; two nieces; and one nephew.Memorial services will be held at a later date, Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

LongSteve Allen Long, 67, of Salem died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.He was born Oct. 5, 1952 to the late Herbert and JoAnn (Young) Long in Evansville. He was a coal miner.Surviving are his daughters, Brandi Lindberg (Jesse) of Hendersonville, Tenn., Suann Witte (John) of Paducah and Sarah Tinsley (Brandon) of Marion; a son, Steven Long of Clay City, Ill.; three brothers, Wayne Long (Lori) of Ledbetter, Ronald Long of Marion and Robert Long of Burna; two sisters, Janice (Mike) Johnston of Hopkinsville and Teresa (Scott) Kayse of Marion; 11 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his brother Stanley “Steamer” Long and his parents.Services were Sunday, Aug. 23 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Salem Cemetery.

BoardNewman Ray Board, 82, of Caldwell County died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, following a lengthy bout of COPD. Born Nov. 18, 1937 in Caldwell County, he was the son of the late William Cecil and Ava Lee Goodaker Board. Born again into the family of God Sept. 11, 1949, he surrendered to ministry in September 1959. Survivors include a daughter, Rita (Larry Joe) Hall of Crittenden County; a stepson, William Kevin Paul (Amanda) of Princeton; stepdaughters, Misty Paul Dorsey (Todd), Teresa Paul Baker (Stephen) of Harvest, Ala., Connie Orange Teague (Leroy) of Princeton and Phyllis Orange Hopper of Lyon County; six grandsons, Joshua Hall of Crittenden County, Adam, Nolan, Jonah, Jason and Gabe; six granddaughters, Denise, Molly, Lilly, Madison, Emily and Keltie; several great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Roberta Whitener.He was preceded in death by his wives Mary Orange Board and Vivian Paul Board; his daughter Lydia Board; a brother, Bobby Joe Board; and stepdaughter, Wilma Tackwell.He was honored and humbled in 54 years of active Gospel ministry to have been called pastor by the folks at Cedar Bluff, Donalson Creek, Suwanee Furnace, Mt. Zion and Caldwell Springs Baptist churches, and Barbee Memorial, Wheatcroft, Flat Rock, Liberty and Good Springs Cumberland Presbyterian churches. He was a member of Covenant Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church.Graveside services were Sunday, Aug. 23 at Liberty Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Caldwell County. The services were under the leadership of ministers Lester Watson, Dale Williams and Adam Bretz. Morgan's Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made in the form of donations to the Liberty Cemetery Fund, c/o Clinton Perry, 5470 SR 293 North, Princeton, KY 42445.Paid Obituary GrimesRev. Michael Ray Grimes, 75, of Salem died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020 at his residence.Rev. Grimes was born Sept. 7, 1944 to the late Ragon and Martha (Harper) Grimes. He felt the call to preach and began to pastor his first church in 1981. He liked to play golf,

watch UK basketball, ride horses and watch the grandchildren and great-grandchildren play sports. Surviving are his wife of 56 years Shirley Grimes of Salem; daughter Amanda Dossett (Craig) of Salem; son Matt Grimes (Brooke) of Marion; brother T.R. Grimes (Joanna) of Calvert City; grandchildren Ragon Fugate (McKenzie) of Ledbetter, Ethan Dossett of Salem, Gavin Grimes of Marion and Gunner Grimes of Marion; and great-grandchildren, Waylon Fugate and Jaxson Fugate both of Ledbetter.He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Todd Grimes; and his parents.Services were Saturday, Aug. 22 at Lola Pentecostal Church. Burial was at Salem Cemetery.

MeltonJessie Lawrence Melton, 79. of Marion died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020. He was born Nov. 21, 1940 the son of the late John Brooks Melton and Thelma Garner Melton. He was preceded in death by two sons, Rick and James Melton; and a stepdaughter, LeAnna Kaye Croft.Melton retired from the United States Air Force with the rank of master sargent. He was a jet engine technician, and retired from Locke Keys in Las Vegas, Nev. He was a minister, lifetime member of the VFW Post 12022 in Marion and was an active member of his church.Surviving are his wife, Gwen Belt Melton of Marion; a son, Tony Melton of Evansville, Ind., a sister, Barbara Morse of Madisonville; stepdaughter, Lisa (Junior) Martin of Marion; three grandchildren, Jarrett (Melissa) Melton of Providence, Brittany (Jeffery) Shelton Jr. of Henderson and Brandy (Tristan) Arndell; 10 great-grandchildren; a niece; and three nephews.Services were Friday, Aug. 21 in the Lucille Melton Memorial Chapel of Melton Funeral Home with Bro. Wesley Lynn officiating. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery with full military honors provided by the United States Air Force Honor Guard assisted by the Hopkins County Honor Guard.

JamesEldon Ray James, 87, of Marion died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was a member of Marion Baptist Church and a veteran of the United States Army.Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Mary James of Marion; son, Tony (Janet) James of Evansville, Ind.; daughter, Tammy (Randy) Travis of Marion; grandchildren, Dr. Justin (Ami) Travis of Paducah; Ann (Matt) Moore of Marion; Janson (Kara) James of Murray, Paxton (Sydney) James of Murray and Naya James of Evansville, Ind.; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Emily Travis and Travis Moore; and a sister, Norma Freeman.He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Alma James; and seven siblings.Services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 26 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

BrownPauline Brown, 92, of Marion died Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 at Crittenden Health and

Rehabilitation Center in Marion.She was born Oct. 12, 1927 in Crittenden County to the late Elzie Tinsley and late Eddie Adams Tinsley. She enjoyed playing rook and camping. She was retired nurse’s aide and of the Baptist Faith.Surviving are two step-daughters, Judy Alsobrook of Paducah and Sara Watson (Gary) of Salem; two sisters, Mary Gilland (Bobby) of Marion and Bertie Meiers of Princeton; brothers Billy Tinsley (Jane) of Marion and Herschel Tinsley (Myrtle) of Woodstock, Ala.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Lonnie Monroe and Wayne Brown; sisters Helen Belt and Katie Todd; brothers Jack Tinsley, Jim Tinsley and Eugene Tinsley; and her parents.Services were Monday, Aug. 24 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Jimmy “Bub” Porter officiating. Burial was at Carrsville Cemetery.

BrownEarline Brown, 72, of Paducah died Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 at Baptist Health in Paducah.She was born Feb. 13, 1948 in Livingston County, and was the daughter of the late James Edmond “Ted” Ferrell and Nellie Mae (Waters) Ferrell.Surviving are two daughters, Connie Turner (Tim) of Gilbertsville and Tammie Alsobrook of Tulsa, Okla.; a son, Darrin Baker of Paducah; a sister, Elain Cotter of Dixon; grandchildren, Joshua Tracy (Grace) of Symsonia, Carlie Burnett (Will) of Glenpool, Okla., and Michael Malone of Broken Arrow, Okla.; two step-grandchildren, Nicole Baxter (Chris) of Calvert City and Jenny Turner (Dom) of Eddyville; four great-step-grandchildren, Clayton Baxter, Jozalynn Turner, Allison Baxter and Skylar Johnson; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her brother, Jimmy Ferrell of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and her sister, Shirley Williams of Paducah. Services were Friday, Aug. 21 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Lay Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Community Kitchen, 1237 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Paducah, KY 42001.

StoutMarthetta Fae Stout, 66, of Carrsville died Friday, Aug. 14, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.Born on July 1, 1954 in Livingston County, she was the daughter of the late Leonard Mayhugh and Elizabeth Sexton Mayhugh. Surviving are two sons, Leonard Leond Banning and his wife Deana of Marmaduke, Ark., and Carl Bertrand Banning and his wife Heather of Carrsville; three sisters, Jean Reynolds of Salem, Bessie Jones of Murray and Betty Couch of Paducah; grandchildren, Bethany Trahan, Brittany Banning, Blaine Banning, Marthetta Rose Banning and James Randel Banning; and a greatgrandchild, Layton Trahan.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Stout: her parents; two sisters and two brothers.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

BeardBarry K. Beard, 49, of Marion died Monday, Aug. 10, 2020 at his home.Survivors include his children, Brittany, Allie and Gage Beard all of Marion; grandchildren, Emma and Ava of Marion and siblings, Carolyn Beard of Fordsville, Ky., Charlotte (Billy) Fox of Marion, Brent Beard of Marion and Sherrie Wilson of Dover, Tenn.He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Deloris Beard; and brother, Greg Beard.Private memorial services will be held at a later date.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

BarnesR. Kent Barnes, 69, of Holly, Mich., died Wednesday Aug. 12, 2020. He was born in Sturgis Aug. 9, 1951 to Robert and Justine Barnes. He was a former coach and educator in western Kentucky and spent four years in Crittenden County from 1984–1988. He served as the school principal for a time at CCHS during that tenure and was a football coach on the 1985 state championship staff. He served as a superintendent of schools for 14 years after moving to Michigan to continue his career in education.Surviving are his wife Debbie; two children, Justin (Crystal) Barnes and Robin (Nick) Brooks; five grandchildren; and sisters-in-law, Ruth Ann Watkins and Julia Markham. He was preceded in death by his siblings Bill Barnes and Becky Markham. Due to Covid restrictions, no services are planned at this time. Dryer Funeral Home in Holly, Mich., was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made to Through the Roof, a mission in Africa, P.O. Box 992, Fenton, MI 48430.

CurryGertrude Curry, 94, died Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center where she resided for the past three years. She was cared for with love and respect by a special group of Heros.Gertrude was born Sept. 14, 1925 in Wapanucka, Okla., to parents Richard and Lillie Melissa Welchel. She loved being a former “Okie.”She loved flowers and had beautiful gardens. At Springlake her real joy was to help plant and prune the garden. She loved her Lord and served Him faithfully at Hampton Methodist Church for many years. A dinner there was not complete without her pecan pies. She also loved being a “Mom” and “Granny.” In fact being a “Granny” was her greatest joy.Surviving are a brother Roy (Patsy) Welchel; a daughter Pat (Rell) Peck, her three grandchildren Chris (Julie & Phillip) Curry, Lissa (Brad) Byers and Drew Hastings; great-grandchildren twins Tyler and Taylor Hastings, Harmony, Melody, and Joy Byers; great-great-grandson, Julian Diaz and special grandson Tim Peck; and several nieces and nephews in Michigan, Oklahoma and Colorado. Carrol (Dick) Nagers of Maryland and Andy (Dianah) Groves continued to play a part in her long life and were much loved.She was preceded in death by her beloved “Johnny” Lal Curry; her son, John Wayne Curry; two sisters, Imogene Christenson and Maybelle Grutza; and a little brother, William.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial will follow in Hampton Cemetery.Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m., until the funeral hour on Thursday in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem.Memorial contributions may be made to Salem Springlake Resident Donation C/O Boyd Funeral Directors, or Salem Cemetery, PO Box 26, Salem, KY 42078.

BrownCullan Brown, 20, of Eddyville died Monday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Kentucky Children's Hospital in Lexington. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church and Eddyville First Baptist Church Youth Group. Brown was a member of the University of Kentucky golf team where he was named UK’s Male Freshman Athlete of the Year. He was also an avid outdoorsman and duck hunter.Survivors include his parents, Rodney and Emily Engler Brown of Eddyville; one sister, Cathryn Nicole Brown of Eddyville; maternal grandparents, Herschel and Romona Engler of Eddyville; paternal grandmother, Beverly Brown of Eddyville; two uncles, Jay Brown and Brock Engler, both of Eddyville; and cousins, Hayden and Ayla Engler.He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Todd Brown.Services were Saturday, Aug. 9 on the lawn of Eddyville First Baptist Church. Burial was at Hebron Cemetery in Lyon County.Memorials may be made to the Cullan Brown Memorial West KY Junior Golf Development Fund.

MankerShirley Ann Manker, 82, of Salem died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 at Superior Care Home in Paducah. She was a member of St. William Catholic Church in Marion.Survivors include her children, Steve (Kathy) Manker of Marion and Kevin (Terri) Manker of Adams, Tenn.; and grandchildren, Bailey Manker of Adams, Tenn., and Anthony Manker of Nashville, Tenn.She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Manker; daughter, Mary Jean Manker; and sisters, Norma Jean Adams and Rosemary Vowels.Services were Monday, Aug. 10 at St. William Catholic Church in Marion. Burial was at St. William Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Kenny Rogers’ Children Center or St. William Catholic Church.

OwenDalton Earl “D.E.” Owen Jr., 94, of Marion died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services, Inc. He was born in Tiline to the late Dalton Earl Owen and Nettie Campbell Owen Sr., on Feb. 10, 1926.Owen was one of the last World War II veterans in Crittenden County. He joined the United States Navy in 1944 and served on the USS Crystal in the South Pacific. He was also a member of Frances Presbyterian Church and attended West End Baptist Church in Paducah.

He was retired from SKW in Calvert City.Survivors include his daughters, Gail Bigham of Marion, Rita (J.T.) Travis of Marion and Linda (Dennis) Haney of Ledbetter; a brother, Mark Owen of Marion; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; and special friends, Jason and Melissa Tinsley of Salem.Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Mary Lou Underdown Owen; a daughter, Carolyn Dale Owen; a brother, Walton Owen; and sisters, Sue Hudson, Elsie Marie Owen, Willella Brown and Patsy Conger.Services were Tuesday, Aug.. 11 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Frances Cemetery. Military rites were given at the cemetery.Memorials may be made to Frances Cemetery.

MyersMary Imogene Myers, 84, of Marion, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.She was a homemaker who loved to cook and was a member of Fredonia Holiness Church.Surviving are her daughter, Marsha Myers Burkeen of Marion; a granddaughter, Tiffany Burkeen Brown and husband Scott of Marion; and two great-grandchildren, Brier and Brayton Brown of Marion.She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Wayne Myers; parents, Burney and Ora Jones Lynch; three sisters, Grettina Atwood, Una Mae Fraliex and Ellabell Fraliex; and five brothers, Lexie, Glendell, Jack, Elmer and John Lynch.Visitation is 4–8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton. Services will be at 1 p.m., on Thursday, Aug. 13 at the funeral home with Bro. Jerry Driver officiating. Burial will follow at Fredonia Cemetery.

RobertsonWilma Charlene Lynn Robertson, 97, of Morganfield, formerly of Marion, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 at Deaconess Hospital Morganfield. She was a member of Union Baptist Church.Survivors include her children, Janet (J.T.) Shouse of Morganfield, Tommy (Donna) Robertson of Clay, Linda (Bill) Querey of Fordsville, Ricky (Bonnie) Robertson of Madisonville, Zandra Walker of Ledbetter and Bruce (Penny) Robertson of Marion; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Robertson; a son, Michael Robertson; parents, Taylor Benjamin and Sarah Evaline Lynn; and five sisters.Graveside services were Monday, Aug. 10 at Rosebud Cemetery.Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

CobbJimmy Deon Cobb, 73, of Burna died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, at Livingston Hospital in Salem. He was born Jan. 28, 1947 in Livingston County to the late Joe and Betty Loveless Cobb. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, tinkering and gardening. He liked baseball and antiques.Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Jean Ann (Fox) Cobb of Burna; daughters, Joetta Nelms of Murray; Nancy Deana Bechlem of Mayfield; a son, Jimmy Cobb (Tonya) of

Vandalia, Mich.; sister, Sue Bridwell (Shelby) of Salem; six grandchildren, Johnna, Ty, Nathan, Chelsea, Marlie and Maddie; and eight great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; and several brothers and sisters.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

BuckLeo Buck, 77, of Marion died Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020, at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.He was a truck driver, loved his 1995 Chevy 1500 truck and liked old vehicles. Car racing and NASCAR were among his favorite things.Surviving are his wife, Elsie Linda Buck of Erin, Tenn.; son, Richard Egans of Erin, Tenn.; daughters, Penny Mayes (Eddie) of Marion and Lauri Reasoner (Sunny) of Mesa, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.He was preceded in death by his parents.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

BeltDorothy S. Belt, age 93, of Palos Hills, Ill., died Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 at Victorian Village Continuing Care Community in Homer Glen, Ill.She was born in Clay to the late Allen and Gladys Watson Davidson. Surviving are three children, Beverly (Charles) Phillips of Homer Glen, Ill., and Judith Schiesser and David Belt of Palos Hills; grandchildren, Matthew (Carrissa) Belt, Brent (Kristine) Belt, Kimberly (John) Price, Brian Phillips, Pamela (Rick) Wenzel abd Angie, Jesse, Christina and Danny Birkman; great-grandchildren, Claire, Alex, Samuel, Madeline, Hailey, Kevin, Eric and Amy; and a great-great-grandchild, Jonathan.She was preceded in death by her husband, Linvel O. Belt, and her parents.Services are at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 15 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Tim Fouts officiating. Burial will follow at Lola Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m., until the funeral hour in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremations Services.

McMackinKim McMackin, 64, of Marion, died Aug. 7 at Baptist Health in Lexington. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran.He is survived by two children, Matt of Marion and Karrie of Sylvester, Ga.; a sister, Kathy Huss of Missouri; three brothers, Kurt McMackin and Kevin McMackin, both of Marion, and Kelly McMackin of Kuttawa; a step-sister, Sally Majus of Illinois; and three step-brothers, Leroy Perry of Texas, Mike Perry and Joe Perry, both of Illinois.He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald McMackin and Jackie Williams, both of Marion.Funeral arrangements are incomplete. PAID DEATH NOTICE

FordRobert “Rob” G. Ford, 66, died at 3:19 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Mercy Health Lourdes. He was a member of St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Paducah and a member

of the Knight of Columbus #1055. He was a graduate of Murray State University where he was a member of the ATO fraternity, Alpha Epsilon Class of Fall 1973. He was chairperson for the Paducah Special Olympics Basketball Tournament for over 20 years and loved spending time boating at the lake and camping with family and friends along with yard work.Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Rachel Talmage Ford of Paducah; two daughters, Hilary Ford of Louisville and Hailey Nolan (Patrick) of Louisville; two brothers, Skip Hawkins and Gerald Ford both of Marion; two grandchildren, Audrey Nolan and Brady Nolan; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Loice Ford and Georgia McDowell Ford; and step-mom, Mary Helen Ford.Graveside services were Monday, Aug. 3 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Father Bruce McCarty officiating.Milner and Orr Funeral Home of Paducah was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made to Knights of Columbus #1055, 3028 Jefferson St. Paducah, KY 42001 or to Centerstone Foundation-VRS, 902 West Main, West Frankfort, IL 62896.

BragdonDavid Larry Bragdon, 75, of Marion died July 29, 2020 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.Surviving are his wife, Kay Bragdon; a daughter, Dana Bailey of Evansville; a son Kam Bragdon of Draffenville; and a grandson, Mark Jones of Evansville.He was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn Talley and Jim Bragdon.Services were Friday, July 31 at Lindsey Funeral Home in Paducah with Rev. Brent Easton officiating.

HolderBarbara Ann Holder, 62, of Kansas City, Kan., died Thursday, July 23, 2020 at her home.Surviving are her husband, Cary Curphy of Kansas City; and her sister, Stacie (Spud) Beckner; nephew Cullen; and niece Finley all of Saraland, Ala.She was preceded by her father, Billie Holder; mother, Reba Davenport; brother, Donald Holder; and step-mother, Susan Holder.Kansas City Funeral Directors was in charge of arrangements. No immediate services are planned, with a future burial at Holder Cemetery near Marion.

FraleyEscol Eugene Fraley, 76, of Marion died Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services. He was born on Dec. 24, 1943 in Crittenden County to the late Robert E. and Macy C. Belt Fraley. He was a veteran of the United States Army.Surviving are his brothers, Harold Wayne Fraley of Calvert City and Ricky Fraley of Salem.He was preceded in death by sisters, Ophelia Perrin and Corine Brooks; brothers, Bobby, J.C., Virgil, Ermin and Willard Fraley; and his parents.Cremation was chosen, and services may occur at a later date. Boyd Funeral Directors

and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

GuessDanny Allen Guess, 78, of Sturgis died Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at his home.He was born to the late Eugene and Laverne Hardin Guess in Salem. He was a member of Sturgis Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder. He worked as an iron worker and was the owner and operator of Dan Guess & Associates, Inc., established in 1997. He was a veteran of United States Army and served in the Korean War. He was also a member of the National Guard. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing golf.Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Patricia “Patsy Jo” Guess; two sons, Trenton Dane and wife Denise Guess of Crittenden County and Troy Eugene and wife Stella Guess of Crittenden County; grandchildren Jacob Andrew, Guess, Jessica Elizabeth Guess, Sarah Jane Guess, Seth Michael Guess; grandson by heart, Preston Morgeson; sisters, Audrey Edna Crawford of Salem and Thelma Ruth Kirk of Salem; brothers, Darrell Wayne Guess of Salem and Glenn Neil Guess of Salem; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; three sisters Hazel Jean Bass, Nelda Sisco and Barbara Lilian James; brothers, Elbert Linford, Dale Guess and Frankie Vincent Guess.Services were Saturday, July 25 at the Sturgis Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rev. Victor Hassell officiating. Burial was at Bells Mines Cemetery.Memorial can be made to the Bells Mines Cemetery Fund.

BooneGary Willard Boone, 74, was born Nov. 21, 1945 and died July 21, 2020 from complications from a fall. Survivors include his wife, Martha Boone; son, Bryan K. Boone; daughter, Kelley E. (Jason) Harrod; grandchildren, Drew Harrod and Lauren Harrod; sister, Sandra Spurrier; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Willard and Isabelle Boone; and brother, Roger Boone. He was a graduate of Crittenden County High School and ITT Technical Institute in Evansville, Ind., where he was an instructor after graduation. During his career he worked at Lockheed Missiles & Science Company, Anaconda Aluminum, Arco Metals, KBI Alloys and retired from Cabot Corporation where he was product manager. He always said his real retirement was to just spend his time fishing. He was a member of the American Society of Quality Control, American Society of Metals, the Aluminum Association and American Foundrymens Society. He was honored by several metallurgical groups during his career and has received five U.S. Patents related to master alloys for the aluminum industry. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday Aug. 8 at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion. Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Hospital. Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of local arrangements.

AdamsLarry Joe Adams, 49, of Clay died Saturday, July 25, 2020 at his residence.

He was born Oct. 31,1971 to Larry and Rebecca Norris Adams in Morganfield. He was a member at First Christian Church in Sturgis, also the American Legion. He was a 1989 graduate of Union County High School and received an associate’s egree from Madisonville Community College. He had been a home health nurse for many years. He served in the U.S. Marines in Desert Storm. He enjoyed fishing. Surviving are his wife of 24 years, Abby Adams of Clay; two daughters, Lera Adams and Chloe Adams both of Clay; a son, Oliver Adams of Clay; his father, Larry L. Adams of Sturgis; two sisters, Tammy Terrance of Sturgis and Stacey Keeper of Henderson; a brother, Stephen Adams of Sturgis; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be 11 a.m., Thursday, July 30 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. Rodney Raymond officiating. Visitation is 5–8 p.m., Wednesday and from 9 a.m., until the service time on Thursday. Burial will be in Pythian Ridge Cemetery in Sturgis.

SimpsonMarjorie Lee Simpson, 83, of Jacksonville, Fla., died Tuesday, July 14, 2020. She was born on July 1, 1937, in Detroit, Mich., to the late Howard and Marguerite Simpson. Surviving are her brothers Edmond Simpson (Sally), James Simpson (Jan), Donald Lowry (Julie) and Wayne Lowry; and many nieces and nephews.She worked for the Department of the Navy in computers and telecommunications for over 30 years, receiving honors and awards. Privately, she mentored and tutored children, volunteered for hospice and served in her community. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 23 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Green Cove Springs, Fla. Private graveside services will be held later at St. William Catholic Church Cemetery in Marion. Memorials may be made to Community Hospice of Jacksonville or Sacred Heart Catholic Church.Gilbert Funeral Home and Broadus-Raines Funeral Home collaborated for the arrangements.

HowertonPeggy Ann (Wright) Howerton, 80, of Bowling Green, Ky., and formerly of Evansville, Ind., died July 16, 2020 at Hospice House of Southern Kentucky. She was born June 20, 1940 and was a native of Marion.She was retired from American General Finance and was a member of Hillvue Heights Church. Survivors include her husband of 61 years Carol Howerton; four sisters, Dottie, Linda, Edith and Betty; and a brother, Jimmy.She was preceded in death by her parents, Randolph and Lois Andrews Wright. J.C. Kirby and Son Lovers Lane Chapel in Bowling Green was in charge of arrangements.

ElledgeNancy "Carol" Elledge, 79, of Kuttawa died Saturday, July 18, 2020 at her home. She was a member of the Blackhawk Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness. Survivors include her sons, Chad Elledge and Richard Jennings; brothers Glen Kirk, Elbert Kirk and Edward Kirk; and a sister, Vilas Todd.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sonny Elledge; parents Joe and Novella Kirk; children Dana Bliss, Harry Dean and Gary Dean; and brothers J.D. Kirk, Ollie Kirk, Harry Kirk and Hayden Kirk.Services will be held ata 11 a.m., Thursday, July 23 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Friends may call from 5–8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.

LarsenLinda “Pearl” Larsen, 66, of Fredonia died Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Baptist Health of Paducah.She loved music, making candles and traveling. Surviving are her daughter, Autumn Todd of Princeton; son, Adam and wife Zeinna Larsen; a sister, Lori Corona of San Diego, Calif..; and five grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Larsen; and her parents, Arthur Kipper and Louise Dickey.A celebration of life service will be held by the family at a later date. Lindsey Funeral Home of Paducah was in charge of arrangements.

YorkLisa Carroll (James) York, 59, of Marion died Thursday, July 9, 2020 at her home.She was born Sept. 10, 1960 in Salem to Trice and Martha James. She was employed by Livingston and Crittenden hospitals for many years as a health unit coordinator. She enjoyed traveling, decorating, caring for animals-particularly her chickens. Surviving are her husband of 28 years, Jeff York of Marion; daughter, Mandy York of Marion; mother, Martha James of Marion; and grandson, Elijah.She was preceded in death her father, Trice James. Services were Sunday, July 12 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Curtis Franklin to officiating. Burial was at Sugar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

SamuelBrenda (Rushing) Samuel, 69, of Marion died Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Crittenden County Health And Rehabilitation Center in Marion.She was a 1969 Crittenden County High School graduate.Survivors include her husband of 42 years Larry Samuel of Marion; sisters, Charlotte Chandler of Marion, Teresa (Howard) Hughes of Fredonia, Anita (Tim) Pritchett of Evansville, Ind., and Linda (Jerry) Thacker of Evansville, Ind.; her mother, Marie Rushing of Henderson; children, Chad (Lorye) Chandler of Colona, Ill., Heather (Loren) Champion Gracey, Ky., and Holly (Chad) Lewis of Elizabethtown, Ky.; nieces and nephews, Tony (Lisa) Qualls,; Kennedy Hughes, Ethan Lewis and Braxton Lewis.She was preceded in death by her parents, Denver Rushing and Wanda Scott; a sister, Barbara Qualls; and a brother-in-law, Tommy Chandler.Graveside services were Monday, July 13 at Mapleview Cemetery. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105–9959 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

PaceClinton Ray Pace, 80, of Paducah died Monday, July 13, 2020 at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Calvert City.He was born Feb. 14, 1940 in Burna to the late John S. Pace Sr. and Delores Driskill Pace. After high school, he continued his education at Western Kentucky University, receiving a master’s degree. He was a retired art teacher having taught both in Kentucky and Florida. His enjoyments included old cars, antiques, collecting art and UK basketball. He bought and restored antique cars.Surviving are his wife, Bobbie J. Roach-Pace of Paducah; daughter, Lisa Pace of Ft. Myers, Fla.; sister, Emma Lois Belt of Dallas, Texas; granddaughters, Aubrey Williams and Megan Lucas both of Ft. Myers; and great-grandchildren, Kaydence and Karson.He was preceded in death by a brother, John S. Pace Jr.; a sister, Joy Shelby; and his parents.Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 16 at Salem Cemetery with Bro. Jim Wright officiating. Friends may visit from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 16 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem.

HuntMichael A. Hunt, 62, of Marion died Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church and Marion Masonic Lodge #256.As you may know dad is starting to build us our next home. We weren’t expecting him to start it this early, but we can’t wait to see what he prepares for us. We can only imagine the welcome he got as he stood before God and He said follow me you good and faithful servant. I know he’s going to watch over us and guide us along the way. Dad showed me and Jamie everything we needed to know and even though it’s not fair and we wanted him 40 more years, we got years of knowing we were loved. Dad is no longer hurting and we feel the unquestionable love he has had for us. He taught us things to remember him by, but we see him in everything we do. As we moved the cutters today we realized there’s nothing he hasn’t touched. Jamie and I are the sons of a great man that touched many lives. We keep hearing that song “Thank You For Giving To The Lord.” We can see people lined up to thank him and we take comfort in that.Mike is survived by his wife Rhonda; son, James (Kayla) Hunt; grandchildren, Ethen and Anthony Hunt; son, David Hunt; brother, Van (Nina) Hunt; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Gus Hunt. Graveside services were Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at Rowland Cemetery followed by a celebration of life at the family farm.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made Fredonia Valley Bank to be used at a later date for a charity of the family’s choosing. Paid Obituary

WatsonDeloris “Diana” Watson, 64, of Marion died Friday, July 10, 2020 at Mercy Health of Paducah.

She was a homemaker and attended Tyner’s Chapel Church.Surviving are her husband, Billy Watson of Marion; daughters, ; Billie (Chad) Hall of Joy; Jennifer (Kyle) Belt of Marion; son, Jeromy Watson of Marion; grandchildren, Bailey Hart; Brenna Belt; Bently Vick; Elizabeth James; great-granddaughter, Jasmine Hart; sisters, Cathy Conyer and Shirley Sosh; and a brother, Bro. Danny Starrick, all of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, Carles and Betty Jo Starrick; and a sister, Debbie Myers.Services were Monday, July 13 at Myers Funeral Home. Burial was at Whites Chapel Cemetery.

MontaltaRaymond A. Montalta Jr., 63, of Marion died Monday, July 13, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.Survivors include his children, Jennifer (Dennis) Rolley of Coal City, Ill., Stephanie (John) Travis and Jeremy (Denise) Montalta both of Marion, KY; brother, Tom (Debbie) Montalta of Melissa, Texas; sister, Lois (Tom) Laporte of Bonfield, Ill.; grandchidlren, Garrison and Keaton Rolley, Maddie Travis, Carson and Carley Montalta; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond A. Montalta Sr. and Virginia Montalta; and grandson, Shane Travis.Services are at 1 p.m., Friday July 17, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Caldwell Springs Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5–8 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home.

GamblePauline (Morgan) Stringer Stegall Gamble, 97, of Hermitage, Tenn., formerly of Salem, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, at McKendree Village in Hermitage. She was born April 3, 1923 to the late R.B. and Edna (Roberts) Morgan. After graduating from Salem High School, she continued her education at Murray State University completing her degree as a graduate valedictorian. She completed her master’s degree as well as 30 college hours above. Music and helping others learn were the highlights of her life as she taught in the Livingston County School District. Giving Private music lessons was also an enjoyment. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church and owned and operated Morgan Dry Goods, which was established by her parents. She was a Kentucky Colonel. Her many interests included painting, researching history and genealogy, writing and traveling. During her lifetime, she visited in all 50 states and 17 different countries. In her final years, she played the organ and led the choir at the Chapel at McKendree.Surviving are daughters, Cynthia Hart (Ronnie) of San Antonio, Texas and Darilyn Stringer of Hermitage, Tenn.; a son, Paul Stringer (Cat) of Katy, Texas; grandchildren, Ashley Grace (Aaron), Heather Alisha Mason of Gordonsville, Tenn., Natalie Starr Stringer of The Woodlands, Texas, Giorgia Nicole Stringer of The Woodlands, Texas and Clint Vincent Stringer of California; and great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Jenna, Anna, Collin, Landon, Colton, Hutton and Anderson.She was preceded in death by her husbands, Darrell E. Stringer, W.T. Stegall and Bill Gamble; grandchild, Zachary Hart; and her parents.

Services were Friday, July 3 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, with Rev. John East officiating. Burial was at Salem Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Miss Pauline Music Scholarship Fund, c/o Boyd Funeral Directors, P. O. Box 26, Salem, KY 42078.

WalkerCourtney “Ray” Walker Sr., 72, of Walterboro, S.C., died June 27, 2020.He was born in Sturgis on March 31, 1948 to Courtney and Nellie Walker, who preceded him in death. After graduating from Crittenden County High School, he served in the United States Navy. He then worked at SCE&G from 1975 until retiring in 2001. After retirement he continued to work with several power companies over the years. He enjoyed horses, working on cars and hunting.Surviving are his son Courtney Ray (Colleen) Walker Jr.; three grandchildren, Emily Lyn, Emily Jade and Wesley; brothers, Brad (Tina) Walker and Mike (Charlene) Walker; and several nieces and nephews.Lowcountry Funeral Home in South Carolina was in charge of arrangements.

SilcoxBilly Joe Silcox passed away peacefully June 27, 2020 at his home in Whittier, Calif. He was born Nov. 5, 1943 in Nashville, Tenn., to Robert and Lena Silcox. He was a Christian and a veteran of the United States Navy. Billy loved the Navy and joined straight out of high school in 1961. The Navy reared him, it nurtured him and it gave some of the most satisfying years of his life. Surviving are his wife, Sophia Subayar-Silcox; daughter, Christie and husband Barkley Hughes; son, Billy Joe II and wife Lisa Silcox; sisters, Frances Smiley and Judy Capps; brother, Steve Silcox; grandchildren, Dominic Rivera, Jazmen Hughes, Kayla Silcox, Joslyn Silcox and Miles Hughes; great grandchildren, Aleyna Rivera, Aidyn Rivera, Alexus Hughes, Jade Hughes, Hayden Hughes and Lila Hughes. He was preceded in death by parents, James Robert and Lena Florence Silcox; sister, Ruth Silcox; brothers, Bobby, James, Henry and Tommy Silcox and great-grandchild, Aubrielle Rivera. Services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday July 11 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion with interment in Hurricane Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 10 a.m., until service time at the funeral home. Military rites will be given at the cemetery on Saturday.Paid obituary

WoodSteven Craig Wood, 64, of Marion died Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Livingston Hospital. Survivors include his son, Alex Wood of Marion; mother, Marlene Wood of Ocala, Fla.; sisters, Linda Costolo of Florida, Patricia Jones of Arkansas and Toni Lee Wood of Illinois; and brother, Kevin Wood of Alabama.He was preceded in death by his father, Warren G. Wood; and a sister, Brenda Buchanan.Services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 8 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Fredonia Cemetery.

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Marvin E. Singleton, 98, of Salem died Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.He was born on June 22, 1922 in Crittenden County. He was a retired crane operator who worked for Mardigan Tool and Die in Warren, Mich. He was a member of Creekside Baptist Church and Carrsville Masonic Lodge #812.Surviving are his daughter, Carolyn Skog (Robert) of Brighton, Mich.; grandchildren, Carolyn Dean Bargero and Bobbi Lynn Skog, both of Brighton; step-grandchildren, Marie Obrien, David Tabor of Illinois and Nancy Guess of Salem; and several great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Velda Marie Singleton; step-son, James Tabor; sister, Ruby Croft; and his parents, John Franklin and Eula Belt Singleton.Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 11 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Masonic rites at noon. Burial will follow at Salem Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m., until the funeral hour on Saturday.

LynchCharles Ray Lynch, 91, of Boxville in Union County died Thursday, June 25, 2020 at his son’s residence. He was born April 1, 1929 to Claude and Mary Lynch in Tolu. He was of the Baptist faith and was a farmer most of his life, but also worked at the Morganfield water treatment plant and scale house in the coal mines. Lynch was a veteran of United States Army and served in the Korean War. He attended Sturgis High School.Surviving are his sons, Charles Lynch (Mary) and David Lynch (Melissa), all of Crittenden County; a daughter, Melinda McCollum (Don Ed) of Boxville; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services were Monday, June 29 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. Shane O’Guin officiating. Burial was at Pythian Ridge Cemetery in Sturgis.

PoindexterRandall Martin Poindexter, 64, of Marion died June 28, 2020 at his home. He was a member and deacon at Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church.Survivors include his wife, Bonita Poindexter of Marion; children, Jeremy (Laura) Poindexter of Marion and Randa (Jason) Berry of Salem; grandchildren, Lily and Briley Berry and Brayden, Conner and Reid Poindexter; sisters, Linda (Tommy) Chandler of Marion and Ellen Owen of Salem; and brother, Ricky (Cathy) Poindexter of Marion.He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert and Ruby Lenora Poindexter; and a brother, Jimmy Poindexter.Services are at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5–8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.Memorials may be made to Gideon's International or American Cancer Society.

WilliamsAlice Faye Williams “Nanna,” 79, of Marion died Saturday June 27, 2020 at her home.Survivors include a sister, Carolyn Jackson of Tennessee; her children Susie Springfield of Sturgis, Teresa (Tommy) Riley of Marion and Oliver Williams of Marion; a niece

Melissa Jackson and nephew William Jackson; grandchildren Brian (Mandy) Mosley, April (Nick) Day, Jessica Buchanan, Kaitlyn (Jesse) Whitfield, Justin Williams, Chealsa Williams, and Ashlyn Kennedy and 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernie “Runt” Williams; a daughter, Debbie Faye Williams; a nephew, Eugene Jackson; and her parents, Raymond and Viva Butler.Services were at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 1 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial was at Mapleview cemetery.

WyattCharles Shelby Wyatt, 81, of Marion died Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was of Marion Baptist Church.Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Jessica Wyatt; a brother, Dwain (Betty) Wyatt of Princeton; brother-in-law, J.D. (Kay) Grimes of Marion and nephew, Timothy (Debbie) Grimes of Marion.He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Orvis Wyatt; mother, Rachel Blackburn; and stepfather, Jim Blackburn.Services are at 11 a.m., Friday July 3 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Mapleview Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5–8 p.m., Thursday, July 2 at the funeral home.

StegallPauline (Morgan) Stringer Stegall Gamble, 97, of Hermitage, Tenn., formerly of Salem, died Sunday. Arrangements were incomplete at Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.

FullerEmma Roberts Fuller, 81, of Sturgis died Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Crittenden County Health & Rehabilitation Center in Marion.She was a member of Cave Springs General Baptist Church and Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed sewing and reading.Survivors include two daughters, Carole (Brian) Harkins of Sturgis and Sharon (Dennis) Butts of Sullivan; four grandchildren, Ashlea Butts, Justin Butts, Jillian Nall and Jake Harkins; and eight great-grandchildren, Jayden Butts. K.W. Butts, Catelyn Wagoner, Charley Nall, Cadee May Nall, Cooper Elias Nall, Kaden White and Ashton White.She was preceded in death by her parents, John Bill and Allie Truman Collins Roberts; her husband James “Happy” Fuller in 2012; four brothers; seven sisters; an infant daughter, Emma Irene Fuller; and a great-grandson, Carter Nall.Services were Saturday, June 20 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. David Johnson officiating. Burial was at Blackford Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Kidney Association or the American Diabetes Association.

MayersDalton Blake Mayers, stillborn son of William Thomas Mayers Jr. and Nancy Rae Brown Mayers, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020. In addition to his parents, survivors include brothers, Gage Mayers and Kolton Mayers;

maternal grandmother, Leila Brown of Princeton; maternal grandfather, Bruce Brown and wife Suzzanne of Marion; paternal grandfather, William Thomas Mayers Sr. of Tennessee; and several aunts and uncles.He was preceded in death by his brother, Gentry Mayers.Services were Sunday, June 21 at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton with Rev. Kyle Noffsinger officiating. Burial was at Frances Cemetery in Crittenden County.

WilliamsTerry Williams, 72, of Marion died Saturday, June 20, 2020 at his home. He was a retired coal miner. Williams enjoyed many hobbies including training and showing Tennessee Walking Horses, camping, riding four wheelers and his Harley Davidson. In his later years, he enjoyed restoring bicycles. Surviving are his wife of 43 years, Gail Williams; five children, Melissa Gipson (Robert) and Lisa Cosby (Tommy) both of Lawrenceville, Ga., Christy Williams of Providence, Shawn Williams of Dixon and Angela Williams of Morganfield; six grandchildren, Samantha Campbell, Charles Cosby, Lauren Watson, Alyssa Cosby, Braydon Hill and Alexis Tabor; four great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Larry Williams and Rocky Williams both of Clay.He was preceded in death by his parents, J.B. and Marguirette Williams of Clay. Services were scheduled for 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 24 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion with burial following at Caldwell Springs Cemetery.

SunderlandCarmon Sunderland, 78, of Salem died Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.He was born Dec. 27, 1941 to the late Charles and Lottie Myrick Sunderland at their Lola farm. He was a retired millwright belonging to Local 1102. He was a strong conservative, who believed in the Second Amendment, and was a lifelong member of the NRA. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Vietnam War. Surviving are his daughters, Amber Roberson (Chris) of Paducah, Elizabeth Prescott (Jeff) of Paducah; son, Justin Sunderland (Chasity) of Kevil; sisters, Lela Lester of Salem, Charlene Sunderland of Burna, and Edna Edmiston of Paducah; and six grandchildren Hannah, Reagan, Skyler, Dixie, Dylan and Emily.He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Eileen Minge Sunderland; sister, Wilma Hombirg; brothers, J.C., Glenn, and James Sunderland; and his parents. Services are at 1 p.m., Friday, June 19 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Military rites will be held with burial to follow in Bethel Cemetery.Friends may visit with the family from 11 a.m., until the funeral hour on Friday at the funeral home.

Tosh“Aunt” Sadie Lynn Tosh, 61, of Marion died Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.She was born Oct. 12, 1958 to Jr. Tosh and Flossie Bright in Cookeville, Tenn. She was a homemaker and it was well known that “she loved her unsweet tea.” She enjoyed playing video games, fishing and working puzzles.

Surviving are her daughters, Linda West of Clay, Shirley Whittaker Bartilotta (Brian) of Marion, Crystal Carr (Greg) of Marion and Tammy Henry (Eric) of Owensboro; mother, Flossie Bright of Marion; sister, Lila Hester Baty (Billy) of Clay; brother, Charles Kelley (Sharon) of Madisonville; and grandchildren, Paisley, Amber, Paige, Lee, Nathan, Emilee, Kyleigh, Addison, Weston, Erickson, Preslei, Bella and Adrian. She was preceded in death by her father.A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem was in charge of arrangements.

KoonPatricia Diann Koon, 71, of Marion, formerly of Salem, died Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. She was born June 4, 1948 to the late Wilson Wayne and Nellie Evelyn Hurley Cosby in Marion. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Crayne. Surviving are her son, Danny Koon (Laura) of Marion; sisters, Lisa Woodall of Marion and Flo Fondaw of Smithland; and granddaughter, Meighan Koon of Marion.She was preceded in death by her husband James “Bunny” Koon; daughter, Sonja Renae Koon; brother, Elbridge Cosby; and her parents.Services were Saturday, June 6 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Service with Rev. Kenny Odom officiating. Burial was at Tyners Chapel Cemetery.

HeadMary Helen (Roberts) Head, 90, of Burna and the Cedar Grove community died Thursday, June 4, 2020, at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.She was born Oct. 7, 1929. She was an accomplished seamstress who loved to sew, was a great cook, and attended many ballgames in support of her children and grandchildren. She was also a member of Hampton United Methodist Church. Surviving are three daughters, Connie (Richard) Watkins of Ledbetter, Marilyn (Mike) Riley of Salem and Sheila (Darryl) Chittenden of Salem; a son, Stan (Lisa) Head of Salem; nine grandchildren, Dr. Cara (Karl) Hammonds of Paducah, Crista (Jonathan) Maddux of Marion, Kyle (Tasha) Riley of Paducah, Kurt (Brittany) Riley of Paducah, Andrea (Garrett) Carman of Hardinsburg, Brett Chittenden of Salem, Mary Beth Head of Paducah, Jennifer Head of Salem and Cameron Head of Salem; 11 great-grandchildren, Carsen Hammonds and Caiden Hammonds both of Paducah, Catelynn Maddux and Caleigh Maddux both of Marion, Baleigh Riley, Sadie Riley, Leah Riley, Layton Riley and Landry Riley all of Paducah, Logan Carman and Gavin Carman both of Hardinsburg, Ill.; a brother, Vernon Roberts of Evansville, IN; and a sister-in-law, Fran Arnold of Indianapolis, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Grover C. Head; granddaughter, Leigh Ann Riley; parents, Jim and Myrtie Roberts; two brothers, James Roberts and Johnnie Roberts; five sisters, Laura Dunning, Susie Woodring, Mayme Phillips, Rebecca Vertz, Faye Roberts.Services were Sunday, June 7 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, with Rev. E. J. Saint officiating. Burial was at Cedar Grove Cemetery.

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Madonna Landry-Brown, 53, of Marion died Friday, June 5, 2020 at her home.She was a member of St. William Catholic Church in Marion.Surviving are her son, Steven Landry of Florida; her parents, Robert and Jane Anne Landry of Cadiz; a brother, John Landry of Florida; and two grandchildren.Private services will be at a later date.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

ManusVivian Alice (Archuletta) Manus, 73, of Burna died Monday, June 8, 2020 at her home. She ws born on July 21, 1946 in Taos, N.M., to the late Flavio and Trinidad Baca Archuletta. She worked 25 years as a relay assembler in a local factory. As an active member of Pinckneyville Baptist Church, she taught vacation Bible school and Sunday school. Surviving are her husband of 55 years, Harold Manus of Burna; daughters, Rhonda Hayes (Tim) of Burna and Cristie Arflack (Chuck) of Salem; son, Donny (Melissa) Archuletta of Pueblo, Colo.; sisters, Frieda Schelske (Bill) of Michigan, Amy Soto of Pueblo, Colo., Lorraine Estrada (Norman) of Pueblo and Rita Valdez (Joe) of Pueblo; a brother, Harold Archuletta (Val) of Pueblo; seven grandchildren, Shea Hayes (Debb Beyer), Sean Hayes, Tristen Arflack, Emilee Arflack, Aiden Carver, Donny Archuletta Jr., and Kayla Archuetta; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by two brothers, Floyd and Jesse Archuletta; a sister, Patsy; and her parents.Services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 13, 2020 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, with Rev. Jim Wring, Rev. Gerald Cannon and Rev. Michael Dickerson officiating. A private burial will occur at a later date in Pinckneyville Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from noon until the funeral hour on Saturday.

BeltWilliam Belt, 42, of Marion died June 5, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Surviving are his wife, Nicole Belt; mother Carolyn Driver; brother, Landon Driver; four children, Gabriel Belt, Nikolai Fernandez, Heather Tidwell and Faith Pryor; and four grandchildren.A family memorial will be held at a later date. Paid Death Notice

GloreCharles Eugene Glore, 80, of Marion died Thursday, May 28, 2020. He was a member of Barnett Chapel General Baptist Church, where he had served as a deacon since 2012, and a veteran of the United States Army. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Joanie Glore of Marion; a daughter, Michelle (Greg) Hewitt of Marion; grandchildren, Mitchell (Amber) Hewitt of Marion, Zach (Danyel) Hewitt of Paducah and McKenzie (Dakota) Lynch of Marion; great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Alex, Karlie, Gabe and Gabby Hewitt and Dalton, Anzleigh and Avery Lynch; brothers, Ronnie (Kaye) Glore, Bill (Judi) Smith, Bennett (Sharon) Smith and Ray Smith; sisters, Sue (Dennis) Barnes and Grace (Jimmie) Holman; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Charles Eugene Glore; brothers, Eddie, D.L. and Harold Perry Glore; sister, Dora Mae Belt; father, Charles Eugene Glore; mother, Ocie Smith and stepfather, Aaron Smith.Services were Sunday, May 31 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Union Cemetery with Military Rites.

JamesGleneth Reed James, 90, of Marion died Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. He was a member of the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Marion.Survivors include his children, Rickey (Kathy) James of Terra Haute, Ind., and Shirley (Gary) Buchanan, Angie (Dennis) Dooms, Lisa (Mark) French and Patty Brown all of Marion; brother, Ray James of Marion; sister, Norma Freeman of Marion; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary "Dolly" James; parents, Fred and Alma James; four brothers; and two sisters.Services were Saturday May 30 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Piney Fork Cemetery.

HollimanDale Lindsey Holliman, 70, of Salem died Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. He was born Sept. 12, 1949 in Gary, Ind. He retired from Air Products in Calvert City in 2018 after 48 years of employment. He was an avid UK fan and enjoyed going out to eat and keeping his car clean. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Mary Koon Holliman of Salem; a son, Dale Shea Holliman of Florida; a grandson, Dalton Hayes of Florida; and a granddaughter, Caroline Mimilo of Gatlinburg, Tenn.He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvie Jewell “A.J.” and Annabelle Johnson Holliman.Services were scheduled for 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 3 at the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Service with Rev. Mike Jones officiating. Burial was at Salem Cemetery.

GillandWilma Jean Gilland, 93, of Salem died Friday, May 21, 2020, at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. She was a member of New Union General Baptist Church and liked to cook and spend time with her family.Surviving are a daughter, Donna Gipson and husband Dennis of Prosper, Texas; two sons, Rick Gilland of Sturgis and Doug Gilland of Somerset, Wisc.; five grandchildren, Jason, Bobby, Kimi, Christie, Russell; eight great- grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 72½ years, J. D. Gilland; her parents, George and Nancy Jane Millikan Hosick; four sisters, Dorothy Hosick, Leva Collins, Ailene Croft and Etta Agent; two brothers, Recil Hosick and Allen Hosick; and a granddaughter, Kayla Gilland.

Services were Monday, May 25 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. David Davis officiating. Burial was at New Union Cemetery.

BrasherMichael Dale Brasher, 32, of Marion died May 21, 2020.Survivors include his mother, Melinda Brasher of Marion; grandmother, Bobbie Brasher of Salem; uncles, Wayne Howerton of Marion and Wade Brasher of Owensboro; aunt Debbie Johnson of Salem; great-aunt Linda Morris of Marion; and several cousins.He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Brasher.Services were Sunday May 24 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mt. Zion Cemetery.

GardnerWilliam Travis Gardner of Marion and loving husband of Joyce Taylor Gardner entered into his heavenly home at the age of 86 on Thursday, May 21, 2020.He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, five children; Mark Gardner (Katherine) of Providence, Barry Gardner (Denise) of Shelbyville, Jan Strickland (Kirk) of Lockport, Ill., Nancy Fidler (Russ Petrucha) of Clio, Mich., and Richard Gardner (Amanda) of Marion; 13 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and Baby Sadie his Chesapeake Bay Retriever.William Travis was born on April 20, 1934 on White Oak Road in Clay to John Edward and Lydia Katherine Henry Gardner.He served his country in the United States Army from 1955–1957, then relocated his family to Lockport, Ill. He was employed with General Motors in Chicago, Ill., from 1957–1989. Upon retirement, he and Joyce returned home to Kentucky settling on a farm just outside of Marion. He continued working in a few of his favorite past times – wrenching on machinery, following the race car circuit and most of all sitting on the tractor with the bushhog following behind. Travis was given the title of Kentucky Colonel and a he was a member of New Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church.Visitation was Saturday May 23, 2020 at Vanover Funeral Home in Clay. Both public and private funeral services were held. A service for the family only was Sunday, May 24, 2020. A graveside service was held at White Oak Cemetery in Clay. Memorials may be made to Hospice in Paducah.Paid Obituary

HallimanDavid Noah Halliman, 32, of Marion died May 22, 2020 at his home.He was a member of St. William Catholic Church, an Eagle Scout and avid hunter, hiker and camper.Survivors include his wife, Kellye Halliman of Marion; father, David Andrew Halliman of Summerville, S.C.; mother, Sandra Walker Halliman (Richard Lohr) of Summerville, S.C.; brother, Daniel Halliman of Summerville, S.C.; sisters, Dionna Jones of Jacksonville, Fla., and Daesha Capeless of Beaufort, S.C.; a grandfather, William Edward Walker of Kuttawa; and mother and father-in-law, Jennifer and Jeff Danhauer of Owensboro.He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Faye Walker; and grandparents, Roscoe and Imogene Halliman.

Visitation was held Tuesday at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion and Wednesday at Saints Joseph and Paul Catholic Church in Owensboro with a private funeral mass. Burial was at Resurrection Cemetery in Owensboro.Haley-McGinnis Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements in Owensboro and Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements.Memorials may be made to Cross International, 600 SW Third Street, Suite 2201, Pompano Beach, FL 33060.

WilliamsShanna Mechelle Williams, 48, of Marion died Sunday, May 24, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church.Survivors include her children, Kaitlyn Whitfield, Justin Williams and Chealse Williams all of Marion; sisters, Tina Kimble and Jennifer Blake both of Fairview, Tenn.; brother, Robert Blake Jr. of Columbus, Kan.; grandchildren, Alivia, Brooklyn, Emma, Madalynn, Creea and Kasen; father, Robert Blake Sr.; and parents who raised her, Sue Belt and Herschel Belt (deceased); and husband, Oliver Williams.She was preceded in death by her mother, Mona Young Blake; and an infant son.Services are scheduled for 1 p.m., Friday May 29, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Mapleview Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m., until service time Friday at the funeral home.

WrightGail D. Wright, 71, of Salem died Friday, May 22, 2020 at Livingston Hospital & Healthcare.Surviving are her son, Kerry (Sabrina) O’Brien of Salem; two granddaughters Ashton O’Brien of Grand Rivers and Amber O’Brien of Marion; a grandson Jeffery Paris of Ironwood, Mich.; and great-grandchildren Taylyn and Ollie.She was preceded in death by her parents, J.D. Wright and Reba Ray Roberts.A graveside memorial service was scheduled for 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 27 at Loveless Chapel Cemetery in Salem. Myers Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

EllisRhonda Ellis, 62, of Chapmansboro, Tenn., died Friday, May 15, 2020 at her home.Survivors include her husband; Jerry Ellis; daughters, Jenny Albright of Slaughters and Angela Burchett of Eddyville; a sister, Lori Long of Ledbetter; and a brother, Brian Floyd of Tell City, Ind.; and six grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Wilma Floyd.Graveside services were Sunday, May 17 at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

McCordCarrie Downing “CD” Bell Adams McCord, 56, of Paducah died Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her home. She was born on Jan. 16, 1964 in Mount Sterling. She was a former member of Lone Oak First Baptist Church, graduated from Lone Oak High School, then attended Murray

State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in special education and a master’s in administration and counseling. She was a teacher in Crittenden County, Paducah Middle School and McCracken County High School. Surviving are her son, Joseph Roland “JR” Adams of Lovettsville, Va.; her parents, Roland and Frances (Clarke) Bell of Paducah; a brother, Brian Bell (Paula) of Paducah; and a sister, Margaret Elizabeth “Beth” Smithson of South Fulton, Tenn. The funeral was private at Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services. A Celebration of Life Mobile Visitation was held Monday, May 18.Memorials may be made to the CD McCord Special Education Teacher Scholarship, P.O. Box 2550 Paducah, KY 42002–2550.

LittleDarrel Wayne Little, 75, of Bloomington, Ind., died Tuesday, May 5, 2020.He born June 15, 1944 in Crittenden County to Thomas Ercie Little and Loyla Mertle (Thomas) Little. A 1962 graduate of Crittenden County High School, Little spent over three decades with the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 1999. He also worked for several years as a courier for Monroe Bank and German American Bank in Indiana. He also previously served as a first responder with the Gregg Township Fire Department in Morgan County, Ind. For more than 30 years he served in various roles at Speedway General Baptist Church in Indianapolis, including deacon, Sunday school superintendent and bus driver. Little also spent several years touring as the bus driver with the gospel groups Sonshiners Quartet and Open Heart Quartet. He attended Burgoon Church near BloomingtonSurviving are his wife Sadie; a son, Dwayne; a daughter, Robin; grandsons, Austin Little and Hayden Clendening; and a granddaughter, Megan Clendening. He was preceded in death by his father Thomas; mother Loyla; a brother JC; and a sister, Earlene. The family plans to hold a gospel singing as a celebration of Darrel’s life later this summer. Memorials may be made to the Open Heart Quartet c/o Open Heart Ministries, 348 Stevens Lane, Mitchell, IN 47446. Allen Funeral Home and Crematory in Bloomington, Ind., was in charge of arrangements.

BrantleyBarbara Collins Brantley, 55, of Sturgis died Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at the Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson. She was a member of St. Francis Borgia Catholic Church in Sturgis. She worked as a real estate broker for Duncan & Associates for many years and enjoyed horseback riding and camping.She was preceded in death by mother, Shirley Collins in 2001.Survivors include her husband of 35 years, Clayton Brantley of Sturgis; a daughter, Heather Green of Sturgis; a step-daughter, Melissa Sauer of Henderson; two grandchildren, Brantley David Green and Breckin Michael Sauer; her father, James Andrew “Jim Andy” Collins of Marion; a sister, Becky Nalley of Sturgis; and four brothers, James Collins of Johnson City, Ill., Bob Collins of Sturgis and Bill Collins both of Sturgis and Ben Collins of Evansville, Ind.The service was private with Fr. John Okoro officiating. Burial was at St. Ambrose Cemetery in Sturgis.

Whitsell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

ParisThomas “Tom” C. Paris, 90, of Burna died Sunday, May 17, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.He was the former general manager of Rockwell International (now Boeing) Corporation. He assisted in building both the B-1 Bomber, as well as the Stealth Bomber. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge.Surviving are his daughter, Sandy (Jeff) Sisco of Burna; a son, Gary (Sue) Paris of Salem; six grandchildren, Kasey, Dylan, Jesse, Denise, Dalton, and Wyatt; and several great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by one brother, Donald Paris; a sister, Phyllis Travis; two grandchildren, Jamie Sisco and Cody Paris; and his parents, Otis and Ella Travis Paris.Per his request, there will be no services.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

JacksonElizabeth Jackson, 77, of Marion died Friday, May 15, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services. Survivors include her husband, Jerry Jackson; daughters, Kelly Crowell (Charles Dana) of Huntsville, Ala., and Karen Bourne (Scott) of Vicksburg, Miss.; three grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Jewell Reed; three brothers; and one sister. Services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday May 20, 2020 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was to follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

McElmurryNorris W. McElmurry, 77, of Burna died Monday, May 4, 2020 at his home.He was a life-long resident of Burna and a self-employed painter, who loved to talk. McElmurry was a member and deacon of North Livingston Baptist Church. He was a Bible scholar and was most famous for his unique talent of being able to spell any word, sentence, or paragraph backwards. He was once contacted by the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and asked if he would fly to California to be on the show, but declined. Surviving are a nephew, Shane McElmurry of Benton; and several great nephews.He was preceded in death by his brothers, Donnie McElmurry, Curtis McElmurry; a sister, Dorothy Thompson; a step-father, Maxie Lay; and his parents, Cory and Lela Dickerson McElmurry.In compliance with health and public safety directives, the funeral arrangements for Norris W. McElmurry were private. Burial was at Old Salem Cemetery.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

KleinikVictor Lee Kleinik, 87, of Marion Friday, May 8, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Korean conflict.Survivors include his wife, Portia Kleinik; son, Dennis Kleinik of Shobanear, Ill.;

daughter, Sherry Taylor of Vandalia, Ill.; sister, Marilyn Torbeck of Vandalia, Ill.; brother, Dean Kleinik of Toledo, Ill.; and several grand- and great-grandchildren.Private services will be held at a later date. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

HarnedSharon Marie Harned, 71, of Paducah died Friday, May 8, 2020, at Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation.She was a member of St. Francis De Sales Church in Paducah. She was a teacher in Crittenden County for many years. Sharon held two master’s degrees in education, specializing in special needs and language arts/reading. Surviving are two sisters, Debra Harned and Susan Lofton; three brothers, George Jr. (Lisa) Harned, Larry Harned and Phillip Harned; a nephew, Patrick Amerson; and four nieces, Brittany Hammonds, Samantha Clarkson, Emme Carr Harned and Halle Kate Harned, all from Paducah.She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Steven Harned.Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Paducah is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105.

EasleyWillard Hayes Easley, 96, of Marion died May 7, 2020 at his home.Survivors include his wife, Marianna Easley of Marion; children, Anthony Easley of Marion, Amanda Doublin of Paducah and Melinda Dunlap of Chicago, Ill.; eight grandchildren and four sisters.He was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Minnie Easley and 10 siblings.Private services will be held at a later date. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

KimberlinArmale Kimberlin, 85, of Hampton died Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.She was a farmer for most of her life, and enjoyed gardening and flowers. She was one of the oldest member of North Livingston Baptist Church. She also enjoyed cooking, especially baking pies. Surviving are a daughter, Mareta Moore (Mark) of Hampton; sister, Evelyn Edmonds of Hampton; two granddaughters, Kimberlie and Karlie Moore; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Kimberlin; a son, Charlie Kimberlin; sister, Linda Sue Dickerson; and her parents Edd and Isabel Dickerson.In compliance with health and public safety directives, funeral arrangements were private.Burial was at Hampton Cemetery. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangemnts.

GreenJuanita Green, 93, of Kuttawa died Monday, April 27, 2020 at her home. She was a

homemaker and retired cafeteria worker for Lyon County Schools. She was the oldest member of Dycusburg Baptist Church and loved flowers, gardening and cooking.Surviving are three daughters, Pam (Mitchell) McKinney of Kuttawa, Marilyn (Lauren) Jones of Eddyville and Anita Green of Kuttawa; two sons, Bruce (Shana) Green of Kuttawa and Arthur Green of Elkton; two sisters, Betty June Young of Dycusburg, Mary Lefan of Dycusburg; six grandchildren, Tiffany McKinney, Josh (Karina) Phillips, Katie (Devin) Sperry, Trisha (Jake) Hugenroth, Nathan Green and Ashley (Michael) Renfro; 12 great-grandchildren, Quincy McKinney, Addison Lloyd, Greyson Sperry, Stetson Sperry, Devin Phillips, Max Phillips, Chase Marler, Drake Marler, Dakota Marler, Elizabeth Renfro, Maddie Renfro and Fenton Renfro; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, Duke Green; parents, Ray and Vada Rolston Linzy; four brothers, Roger Linzy, Hoover Linzy, Jerry Linzy, Lafe Linzy; and two grandchildren, Tammy McKinney and Mitchell Landon McKinney.Lakeland Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.Memorial contributions may be made to Glenn's Chapel Cemetery Fund, c/o Tom Jones, 938 Bennett Jones Rd., Eddyville, KY 42038 or St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101–9908. NewcomDavid L. Newcom, 80, died Thursday, April 23, 2020 at his home in Mesa, Ariz., from complications of Alzheimer’s. A celebration of life ceremoney will be planned for later.He was born to William “Stross” and Mina Scott Newcom on Sept. 30, 1939, the oldest of five children. He and his siblings Amy, Greta, Philip and Richard grew up on a small farm in the rolling hills and bluffs of northwestern Kentucky’s Crittenden County. Childhood stories revolved around bailing hay, rounding up cows, rolling the family “Poppin Jonny,” planting firecrackers in cow pies and going on late-night coon hunts.While in high school, Newcom’s Boy Scout troop volunteered to bring in the harvest for a local farmer who was recuperating from a severe tractor fire. The farmer’s daughter was Carolyn. David spent a good part of his high school career convincing Carolyn to date him. Stories of courtship include late night break-downs of the Newcom family car. One story in particular involves the Newcom’s cows getting loose prior to a date. Carolyn, who owned her own car, grew tired of waiting. David, finally arriving, was greeted by Remus with a message: She said, “I’m not waiting around for any man.” David and Carolyn married on Sept. 3, 1960, a loving union that was an inspiration to many.A Crittenden County High School teacher challenged David to “get serious” about his affinity for math and a desire to design John Deere tractors. After graduating in 1958, he attended Murray State earning an associate of science degree. He then attended the University of Kentucky in Lexington where he earned a master of science degree in engineering. He subsequently earned degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and the Peabody School of Business. In later years, David was honored as a Crittenden County High School Distinguished Alumnus, a University of Kentucky Distinguished SAE Alumnus and a Kentucky Colonel by the governor of Kentucky.In January of 1964 David accepted a position at John Deere and Company in Moline, Ill. He moved his family to the “great white North,” dedicating his career to ensure that

“Nothing Runs Like a Deere.” As an experimental engineer, David led teams that spent weekdays designing and building John Deere prototypes and Saturdays on the experimental farm trying to see how they could break them. Improvements began the next week. The majority of David’s John Deere career was spent designing and managing the hydraulic components division. He was instrumental in launching the company’s 60-series. Prior to retirement, David served as a global engineer. This position provided him an opportunity to travel the world, working several extended assignments in India and Germany. To David, tractors were like sportscars. Countless family trips involved slowing down to look at tractors in the field or driving by implement dealerships to survey the new inventory. He admitted to bleeding John Deere green and yellow.David was a committed follower of Christ. He dedicated his life to spreading the Good News and fulfilling the Great Commission. He and Carolyn devoted countless hours and personal resources to new church planting. They were instrumental in new church starts in Illinois (Green Rock, Coal Valley, Milan) and Iowa (Waterloo and Independence). They continued their ministry into their retirement at Brown Road Baptist Church in Mesa, Ariz. – he as a deacon and she as children’s educational director. If a church’s doors were open, quite often it was because David and Carolyn had opened them. They were typically the first to arrive and last to leave. They served as Sunday and Wednesday night schoolteachers, directors, deacons, lay ministers, executive board member of the Baptist Convention of Iowa and president of the Iowa Southern Baptist Fellowship.David always welcomed anyone with a firm handshake and a broad, welcoming smile. To his children he was a role model and source of loving support. His grandchildren regarded their Papaw the same. Always busy and productive, David could be counted on to help build, fix, or improve whatever might need his skills. And he did it cheerfully and with large portions of love while seeing things through to completion. David is survived by his wife, Carolyn; daughter Kristie (David) Ramey of Eddyville; son Mark (Joy) Newcom of Forest City, Iowa; daughter Iris (Joe) Molstead of Charles City, Iowa; a son Jason (Jennifer) Newcom of San Tan, Ariz.; grandchildren: Justin (Alison) Ramey of Eddyville; Ben (Liz) Ramey of Glouchester, Ohio; Karissa (Brandon) Travis of Franklin, Tenn.; Kandice (Brent) Parker of Louisville; Stross Newcom of Forest City, Iowa; Skye Newcom of Minneapolis, Minn.; Morgan (Frank) Bluml of Ankeny, Iowa; Taylor (Noah) Brown of East Lansing, Mich.; Ariande Newcom of Mesa, Ariz.; Isabelle, Chloe and Emma Newcom of San Tan, Ariz; surviving great-grandchildren include Abigail, Alexa, Ashylnn, Jessica, and Jacey Ramey of Eddyville; Henry and Jackson Ramey of Glouchester, Ohio; Vivian, David and Detrick Travis of Franklin, Tenn.; Evan, William, Andrew and Annette Parker of Louisville; Isaac and Jaxon Brown of East Lansing, Mich.; and Wyatt Bluml of Ankeny, Iowa; and his surviving siblings Amy Bell and Greta Thorton, both of Marion; Philip (Vicki) Newcom of Fort Smith, Ark.; and Richard (Lana) Newcom of Wood River, Ill.He was preceded in death by his parents, William “Stross” and Mina Scott Newcom; and brother-in-law Louis Bell.

JonesLavina Lynn Jones, 100, died Friday, April 10, 2020 at The Waters of Robertson in Springfield, Tenn.

She was born Dec. 19, 1919 in Sheridan to Ollie and Della Lynn. She was the eldest of four children. She moved away from Sheridan in her early 20s and after her husband’s retirement they moved to Tolu.In 2004, she moved to Big Sandy, Tenn., to be close to her son, Keith Jones, after the passing of her husband in 2000. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed working with her flowers and in the garden. She loved fishing and never passed up a chance to go. She also loved reading and made lots of trips to the library. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles R. Jones Jr. of Tolu; her son, Keith Jones of Big Sandy, Ky.; sisters, Anna Mae Case of Paducah and Phyllis Higgins of Florida; and her brother, J.W. Lynn of Owensboro. Surviving are her son, Chuck (Carolyn) Jones of Springfield, Tenn.; grandchildren, Alan Jones of Big Sandy, Angela Trevathan of Paris, Julie Cornelius of Big Sandy, Jeremy Jones of Goodlettsville, Tenn.; 11 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Irice of Big Sandy; sister-in-law, Gennell Lynn; four nieces; and a nephew. A family graveside service was held at Deer Creek Cemetery in Sheridan. Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Springfield was in charge of these arrangements.

MillsWilliam Clayton "Bud" Mills, 73, of Princeton, formerly of Marion, died Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.He liked watching westerns, especially Gunsmoke. He loved country music, church and old cars. Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Alice Mills; three daughters, Crystal Beard of Bowling Green, Cathy Mills of Marion and Jennifer Mills of Princeton; a sister, Sherry Harris of Tennessee; a brother, Gerald Cullison of Florida; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Cullison; his step-mother, Jo Mills; and his parents, Odell and Adeline Wring Mills.In compliance with health and public safety directives, funeral arrangements were private. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services in Salem was in charge of arrangements.

GreenwellWilliam S. Greenwell, 78, of Marion died peacefully at his home April 15, 2020. He was originally from Morganfield, the son of Ruth Hughes Greenwell and William W. (Bill Wolf) Greenwell. While on break from college, he met Ann Christian from Sturgis, who would become his wife for the next 55 years. Greenwell was a graduate of Morganfield High School, Murray State University and University of Louisville School of Law. While in law school, he clerked for Hon. Charles Leibson, who would later become a Justice of the Kentucky Supreme Court. Upon graduation from law school, Greenwell moved to Marion in 1968 and practiced law in Marion for the next 41 years, serving as Director of Peoples Bank, Marion City Attorney, Crittenden County School Board Attorney, Crittenden County Attorney and finally as Commonwealth’s Attorney for Crittenden, Union and Webster counties. Greenwell was a politician who was friends with his opponents and ran on his strengths instead of attacking the character of his political opponent. The late Judge Tommy Simpson once reminisced about how he and Bill

began their race against one another as strangers and ended the race as friends and co-workers. Greenwell loved the people of Crittenden, Union and Webster counties and made many friends as he traveled the circuit as Commonwealth’s Attorney. In addition to his love of work, he enjoyed his farm, civic service, playing golf and talking politics over morning coffee. In each of his activities, he enjoyed the friendships he developed with a large group of diverse individuals. Despite spending nearly his entire career as a prosecuting attorney, he always saw the best in people and taught his children to respect the dignity of every human being. While short on words, Bill could be relied on to listen with compassion and give responsive, thoughtful and practical counsel to his clients and friends. He had a reputation of straightforwardness, honesty and you could always count on Bill to do what he believed to be right. Surviving are his wife Ann; his three sons, Bear, Wolf and Zac Greenwell; his daughter-in-law Marcie Greenwell (who he called his daughter); five grandchildren, Joshua Walser, Kyle Goff, Skyler Greenwell, Sammy Greenwell and Lanie Greenwell; and one great-grandchild, Ian Goff-Joseph. Due to pandemic-mandated restrictions on community gatherings, a memorial will not be held at this time. However, the family is planning to have a celebration of his life later this fall for which a public announcement will be made. The family wishes to personally thank Bill’s Hospice nurse, Leisa McGowan, and all of the wonderful professionals of Mercy Health Hospice of Paducah. The family also wishes to express gratitude to the many individuals who have shared and continue to share the impact Bill had on their lives. The outpouring of affection shown to our family lifts us up and reaffirms how lucky we are to have all of you in our lives. The family kindly requests that memorial donations be made to a charity of your choice.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

SchroederKatherine Adams Schroeder, 59, of Marion died Saturday, April 18, 2020 at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah. She had worked as a 911 dispatcher and in pre-trial services. She was of the Baptist faith.Surviving are her husband, Rodney Schroeder of Marion; a son, Tate Schroeder of Marion; sisters, Mary Jane Dale of Marion, Jeanette Wright of Earlington and Peggy Gass of Marion.She was preceded in death by her parents, Harley and Mima Jean Clark Adams; three brothers; and three sisters.Private burial services will be conducted at Hurricane Cemetery.Myers Funeral Home, Marion was in charge of arrangements.

RushingHelen Joyce Drury Rushing, 64, of Marion died Friday, April 17, 2020 at her home.Surviving are her husband of 41 years, Robert A. Rushing of Marion; sons, Jeremiah Rushing and Joshua Rushing of Marion; stepsons, Matt Rushing of Atlanta, Ga., and Greg Rushing of Paducah; grandchildren, Chloe and Miles Rushing; brothers, Larry and Denny Drury both of Marion; and sisters, Sherry Ford and Darlene Beard both of Marion.She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Arnella Drury; and a brother, Kenny Drury.

Private burial services were held Saturday, April 18 at Mapleview Cemetery under the direction of Myers Funeral Home.Memorials may be made to Marion Cemetery Association, PO Box 544, Marion, KY 42064.

BarlowJohnny Lane Barlow, 66, of Marion died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home.He had worked as a chemical operator for 35 years at Air Products in Calveret City, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of Calvert City Masonic Lodge #543.Surviving are his wife, Ruth Ann Barlow of Marion; a son, Don Allen “Rusty” Barlow of Crossville, Ill.; daughters, Mindy Green and Rachel Thurston, both of Benton; a brother, Kenny Barlow and his wife Bernedine of Reidland; grandchildren, Elijah David Allen and five others.He was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Barlow; and his parents, Richard “BB” and Henrietta Stanfield Barlow.A celebration of life service will occur at a later date. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.The above obituary, which was printed last week, has been with new information.

WatsonWilliam Guy Watson, 86, of Marion died Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at Jenny Stuart Hospital in Hopkinsville.Survivors include his children, Eugene, Tony, Darrell, Lisa and Donald Watson; sisters, Laureen Maynard and Mary Belle Smead; and several grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Tidy Watson; a brother, Vernon Watson; and sisters, Ruby Truitt and Ruth Lawson.Private services were held. Gilbert Funeral home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

HouseholderDavid Eugene Householder, 67, of Marion died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.He served two tours of duty in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War as a dog handler. He worked at West Kentucky Steel for 30 years and enjoyed being outdoors.Surviving are his life partner, Barbara Garrison of Marion; a son, Kevin (Rachel) Householder of Marion; stepsons, Mark Garrison of Marion, John (Megan) Garrison of Melber and Joey Garrison of Eldorado, Ill.; a brother, Jim Householder of Waverly; sisters, Jennie Summers of Morganfield and Carolyn Householder Ware of Dixon; grandchildren, Cody, Brandon and Andrea Garrison, Lyllah Faye Householder, Jackson Wyatt Cartwright, Hunter Denny and William Engelau; and a great-granddaughter, Samara Garrison.He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Evans and Dorothy Elizabeth Blue Householder; and a brother, Bob Householder.A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.Myers Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

LesterLianne Nicole Lester, 32, of Marion died April 11, 2020 at her home.Survivors include her husband, Jeff Lester of Marion; mother and step-father, Joyce Rene and Charles Dean Hackney of Ledbetter; father, Bobby Ray Patton Jr. of Kentucky; a son, Aiden Muso of Hardin; brothers, David S. (Katie) Driskill of Marion and Charles Dean Hackney II of Ledbetter; and her grandmother, Lena I. Driskill of Salem.Private services will be held. Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

LottSusie Ellen Lott, 75, of Frances died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Salem Springlake Care Center.She was a member of Frances Community Church, a CNA at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center where she was a employed for 20 years. The family said she was a companionate caregiver to patients there.Survivors include her children, Stanley Lott and Michael Lott both of Frances and Vicki (Rob) Burris of Marion; grandchildren, Derek Burris, A'Deana (Mitchell) Quertermous, Cheyenne Burris and Levi Burris; and great-grandchildren, Luke, Axel and Brinley Jo.She was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood Lott; parents, Henry and Margaret Smith; five brothers; and two sisters.Memorial services will be held at a later date. Burial was in Frances Cemetery.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

SwaggirtRodger Dean Swaggirt, 66, of Salem and Equility, Ill., died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Deaconess Midway Hospital in Evansville, Ind.He was a window washer in Chicago and worked on a towboat. He was of Baptist faith.Surviving are two sons, Matthew Swaggirt of Salem and Keith Roberts of Marion; a daughter, Honney Swaggirt of Equality, Ill.; a brother, Steve Swaggirt of Eldorado, Ill.; eight grandchildren, Tristin Collins, Tyler Swaggirt, Trey Swaggirt, Kendra Certain, Britney Certain, Ivan Swaggirt, Charlie Lane and Isabelle Ball; four great-grandchildren, Natalie Walker, Nolen Turner, Novah Seets, and Zander Certain; and two special friends, Frank Sisk and Zelda Swaggirt.He was preceded in death by his first wife, Cathy Swaggirt; second wife, Mary Yvonne Swaggirt; and his parents, Charlie and Mary Alice (Collum) Swaggirt.A celebration of life service will occur at a later date. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.

BarlowJohnny Lane Barlow, 66, of Marion died Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home.He had worked as a chemical operator for 35 years at Air Products in Calveret City, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of Calvert City Masonic Lodge #543.Surviving are his wife, Ruth Ann Barlow of Marion; a son, Don Allen “Rusty” Barlow of Crossville, Ill.; daughters, Mindy Green and Rachel Thurman, both of Benton; a brother, Kenny Barlow and his wife Bernedine of Reidland; grandchildren, Elijah David Allen and five others.He was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Barlow; and his parents, Richard “RB”

and Henrietta Stanfield Barlow.A celebration of life service will occur at a later date. Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.

KennedyJanet Morris Kennedy, 79, of Marion died Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.She was of the Methodist faith and enjoyed the outdoors, golfing and bowling.Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Paul R. Kennedy of Marion; a daughter, Anita Bruer of Bigfork, Mont.; a sister, Gladys Stephenson of St. Marys, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Nicole Miramontez, Keith Smith, and Zachary Bruer; five great-grandchildren, Bridger, Ryker, Jackson and Roslyn Smith and Eliana Bruer; three nieces, Kathy Gilpin, Michelle Wilson, and Sheri Bills; and a nephew, John Stephenson.She was born Jan. 19, 1941 in St. Marys, W.Va. to Wiley and Danea Rollins Morris, who preceded her in death. Graveside services were private on the family farm.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

HogeJerry Lee Hoge, 76, of Marion, formerly of Brave, Penn., died Saturday April 4, 2020 at his home.He was born July 6, 1943, the son of Raymond and Violet June Hoge. He enjoyed fishing, ginseng hunting and long walks through the woods. He also did woodworking and small engine repair in his workshop.Surving are his wife of 45 years, Janet L. (Crum) Hoge of Marion; daughter, Gretchen (Rocky) Rushing of Waynesburg, Penn.; three grandchildren, Peyton, Cameron and Aiden Rushing; a brother, Rich (Babe) Hoge of Aliquippa, Penn.; a sister, Cherri (Spence) Chapman of Sandy Lake, Penn.He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Ronnie Hoge; and a grandson, David Michael Lee Smouse.His family will have a celebration of life service at a later date.Myers Funeral Home of Marion was in charge of arrangements.

HuntRobert Wayne Hunt, 91, of Marion died Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.He worked as a logger and was an U.S. Army veteran having served in Korea.Surviving are a niece Janna Croft of Tolu; nephew Joe Hunt of Salem; and several great nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Nona Dollins Hunt; a brother, Donald Hunt; and a sister, Anna Lois Hunt.Private burial will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, c/o Charlie Hunt, 501 E. Bellville Street, Marion, KY 42064.Myers Funeral Home of Marion was in charge of arrangements.

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Naomi Lois Peek Rushing, 65, of Dycusburg died Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services.She was a member of Dycusburg Baptist Church and was a school bus driver.Surviving are her daughter, Sharon (Darren) LaRue of Marion; a son, Mike (Brandy) Whitney of Marion; a sister, Judy Turner of Alabama; grandchildren Jared (Casey) LaRue, Zachary LaRue, Sawyer (Stephanie) LaRue, Tate LaRue, Coby LaRue, Abby Whitney; and great-granddaughter, Macy LaRue.She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Randolph “Randy” Rushing; parents, Luther Calvin and Clara Lou Brown Peek; and sisters, Becky Downing and Tina Peek.Private services were conducted by Myers Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Dycusburg Cemetery.

VasseurFrank Vasseur, 73 of Sebree died Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Methodist Hospital.He was a member of First Baptist Church in Sebree.Surviving are children Tammy McLain (Charles) of Sebree, Rose Shelton (David) of Onton, Linda Vincent of Marion and Willie Vasseur (Kim) of Marion; a brother, David Vasseur; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Napoleon and Mildred Vasseur; his wife, Betty Vasseur; five siblings; and his grandson, John Vasseur.Private services were held with Bro. Bob Hardison officiating. Burial be at later date at the Lola Pentecostal Church Cemetery in Livingston County.Tomblinson Funeral in Sebree was in charge of arrangements.

PhelpsPaula Gene Phelps, 62, of Salem died Saturday, March 21, 2020 at her home.Survivors include her husband, Cecil Phelps of Salem; children, Victoria Phelps of Lola, Paula Jo Phelps of Burna, Tracy Phelps of Lola and Levi Phelps of Salem; brothers, Paul E. Mayes Jr. of Coleman, Ala., and Ronnie Mayes of Marion; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded by her parents, Paul Eldon and Barbara Jean Mayes Sr.; brother, Roger Glen Mayes; and a sister, Christine Yvonne Mayes.Private services will be held at a later date.Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is in charge of arrangements.

CookChristina Marie Cook, 30, of Marion died Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.She attended Union Baptist Church and enjoyed clay sculpting, gardening and photography.Surviving are her father, Dwight Cook of Marion; aunts and uncles, Wendy Adams, Linda Cook, Judy (Tom) Raisor, Kathie (Mike) King, Kenneth (Pat) Cook and Fonda (Larry) Mattingly.She was preceded in death by her mother, Karen “Becky” Cook; grandparents, Charles and Mildred Christine Cook, and Theodore and Patricia Salesky; and uncles, Ted

Salesky and Charles Wesley Cook.Services will be held at a later date.Myers Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.Memorials may be made to Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughter P.O. Box 2156, Norfolk, VA 23510.

BarrettCharles “Charlie” Glenn Barrett, 68, of Salem died Saturday, March 21, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.He was a retired boat pilot at LaFarge in Smithland for 43 years, and a member of the Operators Local in Paducah.Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Faye Barrett; three step-children, LeQuita Smith, Michael Lane and Philip Orr; two brothers, Louie (Janice) Barrett of Smithland and Robert (Pat) Barrett of Salem; a sister, Pat Hall of Salem; mother-in-law, Lilly Charlton of Calvert City; five nieces; 10 great nieces and nephews; and four great-great nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, James C. and Elaine Barrett; and brother, James “Al” Barrett.Graveside memorial services will be held at a later date.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

CroftBetty L. Croft, 82, of Marion died Monday, March 23, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center in Salem.She was a member of Freedom General Baptist Church, the Crittenden Hospital Auxillary and American Legion Auxillary Post 217. She was also a homemaker for 40 years who liked to crochet and watch television.Surviving are one son, Donald Croft Jr. of Marion; a sister, Peggy Bockting of Tucson, Ariz., and several nieces and nephews.She was born Feb. 25, 1938 in Huntingburg, Ind., to Jacob and Serfronia (Mason) Lichlyter. She later married Donald Croft Sr., who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Russell, Daniel and Robert Lichlyter; and three sisters, Wilma Houffhaus, Jean Fleck, and Irene Lindauer-Polen.Graveside services were private. Burial was at Freedom Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Gideons International, PO Box 304, Salem, KY 42078.Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services was in charge of arrangements.

HartPatronella "Pat" Hart, 82, died Friday, March 20, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.She was born in Chicago and was a first-generation high school graduate despite only being able to attend school two days per week because she was raising her two younger siblings. After moving to Crittenden County in the early 1970s, she was active in the PTA, 4H, Homemakers and played guitar at St. William Catholic Church. She was an avid

gardener, cook and raised collies. She also operated her own tax preparation business for many years. Surviving are her son, Dr. Robert John Hart (Migyun) of Daegu, South Korea; her granddaughter, Sara Kim Hart of Daegu; a sister, Lydia Rocha of Valparaiso, Ind.; and a brother, Jack (Diane) Wood of Indiana. She was also blessed by the kindness of good friends Lou Hoffman, Chuck Smiley and Carla Tinsley.She was preceded in death by her husband, George Hart; parents, Peter and Christine Norkus; and two brothers.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements with a memorial service to be held at a later date.

Memorials may made to the St. William Catholic Church and to the Crittenden County Senior Citizens Center.CarterGeorge Edmond Carter, 55, of Marion died Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. He was a member of Enon General Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Carter of Marion; a sister, Debbie Town of Spring Hill, Kan.; step-children, Michael McNeely of Metropolis, Ill., and Kimberly Lee of Paducah; grandchildren, Katelyn McNeely and Jae Lee; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Reba Carter. Services were Friday, March 13 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery.

CasebierJudith Irene “Judy” Casebier, 77, beloved wife of William Earle "Bud" Casebier, died Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at The Willows at Harrodsburg. She was born Aug. 9, 1942 in Crittenden County, the daughter of the late Clinton and Dorothy Vinson Booker. She received her master's degree in education from Morehead State University, was a teacher at Jessamine County Schools and served as a substitute teacher for both Paris and Bourbon county school systems. She was a member of Forks of Dix River Baptist Church.In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Lisa Casebier and Lynne (Michael) McKay; four grandchildren, Sophia, Kathleen, Erik, and Douglas McKay; a sister, Joanne Winn; a brother, Jim (Charlotte) Booker; and several nieces and nephews.Services were Tuesday, March 17 at Central Baptist Church in Paris, Ky., with Dr. Robert Browning and Bro. Dwayne Dasher officiating. Burial was at Paris Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Heritage Hospice, 120 Enterprise Drive, Danville, KY 40422; Forks of Dix River Baptist Church of Lancaster, KY Building Fund; or Central Baptist Church of Paris, KY Building Fund.Hinton Turner Funeral Home in Paris was in charge of arrangements.

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Kenneth Wayne Davis Sr., 64, of Marion died Saturday, March 14, 2020 at his home.Survivors include his children, Kenneth Wayne Davis II of Salem, Jackie Lee Davis of Marion, Amber L. Davis of Marion and Anthony Randall Jennings of Ledbetter; brothers, Harvey Lee "Nipper" Davis of Marion, Santo Conte Jr. of Chicago, Ill., and Jimmy Conte of Bristol, Wisc.; sisters, Cindy Marie Loveless of Evansville, Ind., and Alicia "Baby" Thompson of Marion; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his father, Santo Conte Sr.; father, Jack L. Davis; mother, Jacqueline Davis; and wife, Monica Davis Lofton.Services were Tuesday, March 17 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at St. William Cemetery.

FernandezLorie Ann Fernandez, 52, of Marion died Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Methodist Hospital in Henderson. She attended Main Street Missionary Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband, Gary Boyd Jr.; children, Christopher Michael Fernandez of Paducah and Jeremy Boyd of Marion; sisters, Shellie Jenkins and Lisa Holeman both of Marion; brothers, Nathan Adams and James Todd Jr. both of Marion; mother, Mary Joe Adams of Marion and father, James Todd Sr. of Marion.She was preceded in death by her brothers, Raymond, Daryl, David and Michael Adams.Services are at 3 p.m., Thursday, March 19 at Main Street Missionary Baptist Church in Marion.

Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

CongerPhillip W. Conger, 66, of Dawson Springs died Monday, March 2, 2020 at his home.He was a member of Mexico Baptist Church and an avid outdoorsman and supporter of the NRA. He was a veteran of the Army National Guard.Surviving are his mother, Lena May Canada Conger of Fredonia; three brothers, Bruce Conger of Fredonia, Bobby Conger of Fredonia, Mike Conger of St. Louis, Mo.He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Wayne Conger Jr.; and a daughter, Shannon Michelle Conger.Services were Thursday, March 5 at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton with Rev. Mark Faughn officiating. Burial was at Fredonia Cemetery.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or NRA, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030.

ThomasMichael Ryan Thomas, 29, of Marion died March 3, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.Survivors include his father, Ricky Thomas of Marion; mother, Meshea Crysup of Port Angeles, Wash.; a brother, Patrick Ellis Thomas of Boulder, Colo.; grandmother, Ginny Leonberger of Shawneetown, Ill.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.Services were Thursday, March 5 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Love

Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 161 N. Clark, Ste 3550, Chicago, IL 60601.

MarshallHelen Louise Marshall, 89, of Ledbetter died Friday, March 6, 2020 at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Paducah.She was a member of Southland Baptist Temple, and the Red Hat Society. She especially loved to cook, play Bingo, and Rook.Surviving are her daughters, Linda Marshall of Ledbetter, Martha Wilke (Ray) of Belknap, Ill., Betty Faye Little (Jim) of Marion; two sisters, Dorothy Skweirtz of Portage, Ind., and Georgianna Hansen of Sandy, Utah; one brother, Winfield Hardy of Midvale, Utah; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Tilford Marshall; a daughter, Beverly Marshall; a son, Bob Marshall; a sister, Jeannie Smith; and her parents.Services were Sunday, March 8 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.

NeighborsArnella Geraldine Neighbors, 79, of Marion died Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Crittenden Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was preceded in death by two sons Douglas Bigham and James Bigham; and her parents, Allie Ray and Nellie Knight Driver. Surviving are a son Anthony Bigham of Waldorf, Md., a daughter Traci Bigham of Marion, two brothers, Farron Driver of Marion and Kamen Driver of Farmington; five sisters, Detra Campbell of Marion, Rebecca Conger of Marion, Brenda Roberts of Franklin, Viva Tinsley of Hopkinsville and Starr Lewellyn of Murray, seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Services were Saturday, March 7 at Dunn's Funeral Home in Eddyville with Rev. Jerrell White officiating. Burial was at Hebron Cemetery in Lyon County.

WilcoxNeta Lois (Adams) Wilcox, 73, of Salem died Friday, March 6, 2020 at Salem Springlake Health and Rehabilitation Center.She was a homemaker and of the Christian faith.Surviving are sons, Keith (Suzette) Wilcox of Sebree, Kent (Jessica) Wilcox of Fredonia and Joey (Gelaine) Jones of Eddyville; sisters, Mary Jane Dale of Marion, Jeanette Wright of Earlington, Peggy Gass of Marion and Kathy Schroeder of Marion; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Harley and Mima Jean Clark Adams; three brothers and two sisters. Services will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, March 12 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Hurricane Cemetery. Friends may call at Myers Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m., on Wednesday and from 9 a.m., until the funeral on Thursday.

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Nyoka Melva Jean “Sissy” Sullenger, 65, died Friday, March 6, 2020.She worked as a cook on a towboat for WKN and Inland Marine, and she loved to shop and collect many things, including angels. Surviving are her daughter, Samantha McDowell Edmonds (Michael Hoffman) of Paducah; two sons, Thomas McDowell (Kim) of Paducah, and Jamie McDowell (Jessica) of Reidland; one sister, Serena Stalion of Jackson, Tenn.; a brother, Donald Blake Jr. of Paducah; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Sue Tucker; a brother, Dennis Ray Sullenger; and her parents, Dennis Eugene and Samantha (Turner) Blake.Services were Tuesday, March 10 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Deer Creek Cemetery.

CooperAnn Cooper, 90, of Marion died March 9, 2020 at Salem Spring Lake Nursing And Rehabilitation Center .Survivors include sons, John M. Hill of Martinsville, Ind. and Gerold J. Hill of Las Vegas, Nev.; a step-daughter, Cathy Champion; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Cooper; and parents Clarence and Pearl Newcom. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m., Friday March 13 at Mapleview Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Crittenden County Senior Citizen Center, 210 N. Walker Street, Marion, KY 42064

MasseyRandall Davis Massey, 58, of Calvert City died Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Marshall County Hospital in Benton.He was a member of Altona Missionary Baptist Church and loved hiking, camping, movies, and playing guitar.Surviving are his daughter, Sunnie (Shannon) Edging of Grand Rivers; three grandchildren, Dylan, Madison, and Jayce; and one special friend, Heather Whitney.He was preceded by death by his wife, Dorothy Martin Massey; and his parents, Marvin and Betty Johnson Massey.Services will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 22 at Altona Missionary Baptist Church, 5827 U.S. 62, Calvert City.

Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.

McNeelyMary Jo Guess McNeely, 83, of Fredonia died Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center in Marion.She enjoyed reading and taking walks.Surviving are her sons, Troy W. McNeely (Sarah) of Fredonia, Charles R. McNeely of Marion, Wayne A. McNeely of Metropolis Ill., and Wilbur Sisco (Patricia) of Marion; a

daughter, JoAnn Warner (Danny) of Florida; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded by her husband Troy Estill McNeely; a daughter, Rose Gilland; two brothers; three sisters; and parents, Ira and Ina Holland Guess.Services were Saturday, Feb. 29 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery.

HanorBayne Stewart “Bill” Hanor, 80, of Marion died Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was of the Baptist faith, a United States Army veteran and owner of Hanor's Gun Shop from 1979-2006.Survivors include his wife, Carol Hanor of Marion; daughter, Anna Carol (Kenny) Hillyard of Marion; brothers, David Hanor of Morganfield, Frank (Cecilia) Hanor of Clay, Donny Hanor of Marion and Mike Hanor of Kentucky; sisters, Jean Henderson of Evansville, Ind., and Sharon (Jerry) Clark of Clay; and grandson, Dustin Hillyard of Marion.He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia Kronenberger; parents, Charles Marlin and Myrtle Elizabeth Hanor Sr.; brother, Charles Marlin Hanor Jr.; and sister, Charlotte "Polly" Wright.Services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 4 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Mary Hall Ruddiman Animal Shelter in Marion.LeetGlenda Doris Leet, 71, of Shady Grove died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Enon General Baptist Church.Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Leroy Leet of Shady Grove; children, Jeff (Julie) Leet and Jenny (Scott) Long both of Shady Grove; sisters, Ginger Phillips of Marion and Theresa Miller of Texas; and grandchildren, Erika (Kyle) Salyers, Alyssa (Hayden) McConnell, Leah Long and Ethan Long.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ira and Fay Fulks.Services were Saturday, Feb. 29 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery.

TravisBillie Ewell Travis, 79, of Princeton died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020 at the Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville.He was a member of Eddy Creek Baptist Church, and a self-employed retired jeweler. He was an avid turkey hunter and a member of the National Wild Turkey Federation.Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Virginia “Ginny” Wimberly Travis; a sister, Brenda Underdown of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Billie Minor Travis and Evah Lee Brantley Travis.Services were Saturday, Feb. 29 at Morgan's Funeral home with Rev. Leslie Joyce officiating. Burial was at Crayne Cemetery in Crittenden County. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eddy Creek Baptist Church Benevolence

Fund, c/o Michael Forsythe, 349 Tandy Road, Princeton, KY 42445.

ShewmakerEddie Wayne Shewmaker, 84, of Jackson, Tenn., formerly of Marion. died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020 at Forrest Cove Nursing Home in Jackson. He was a United States Army veteran.Survivors include his step-daughter, Gail (Lee) Styers of Sardas, Miss.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Ann Shewmaker; son, Joel Shewmaker; and parents, Arthur Marion and May Genevia Shewmaker.Graveside services were Saturday, Feb. 29 at Love Cemetery.Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

MillerRobert Charles Miller Sr., 73, of St. George, Utah, formerly of Marion, died Feb. 11, 2020 at the Coral Desert Hospice Center in Utah.He had attended Crooked Creek Baptist Church and was often seen in his Jesus Period T-Shirt. He enjoyed wood working, leather crafts and fishing.Survivors include his son, Robert C. Miller Jr. (Jessica) of Poland; a daughter, Donna K. Girten (Mark) of Marion; two brothers, Bruce Miller of Florida and Tom F. Miller (Donna) of Florida; two granddaughters, Crystal Lynn Kelso (Chris) of Ft. Worth, Texas and Melissa Anne Keith of Crowley, Texas; and great-grandchildren, Blakely, Braydon and Brice Morman; Emma Lynn and Benji Kelso; and several, cousins, nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon G. Miller and Eleanor (Rathnaw) Miller; a brother, Vernon G. Miller Jr.; and a sister, Patricia Stratford.

PattersonTammy Gail Walker Patterson, 48, of Marion died Friday, Feb. 28, 2020 at her home.Survivors include her husband, Robert Patterson of Marion; children, Justin Keaton (Kirsten) Walker of Grand Rivers, Mikeliah Cheyenne Walker of Paducah, Rebekah Rae-Leigh (Zach) Walker of Paducah and Gabriel Micheal-Riley Walker of Grand Rivers; her father, Benny Walker; sister, Christy Renee (Rob) Davidson; first husband, Jackson Walker; a special sister, Cindy Dukes; and mother and father-in-law, Maggie and Bob Patterson.She was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly Yvonne Walker.Private services will be held at a later date.Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion was in charge of arrangements.

TolleyAnna Dell Tolley, 75, of Lola died Friday, Feb. 28, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare.She was a member of Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She loved the Lord and her church and enjoyed her family and especially her grandchildren. Her other enjoyments involved cooking for her family and having them together, sitting on the porch listening to the birds and drinking coffee. She loved to travel to Gatlinburg or to the beach and put her feet in the sand.

Survivors include her husband, Harold Tolley of Lola; children, Kim (Chad) Belcher of Paducah, Brent (Jennifer) Ferrell of Lola, DeeDee (Anthony) Tinin of Reidland and Renee Daugherty of Reidland; grandchildren, Tasha, Isabella, Jade, Morgan, Jude, A.J. and Oaklyn; great-grandchildren, Trokolby, Iesha; and David; and brothers John, Sam and Donnie Otto Brown.She was preceded in death by her first husband, Jimmy Ferrell; parents, Robert and Mable Brown; a grandson, David Gill and brothers, Bobby and David "Bug" Brown.Services were Monday March 2 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Lola Cemetery.

GreenMary Elizabeth Cox Green, 88, of Fredonia died Friday, Feb. 28, 2020 at Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. She was retired from Siemens and was a member of Unity Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for 20 plus years. She loved antiques and fishing.Survivors include three sons, Dwight Green and wife Donna of Fredonia, Lowell Green and wife Marsha of Fredonia, Tony Green and wife Linda of Fredonia; six grandchildren, Tania Traylor and husband Jamie, Christy Fraliex and husband Barry, Cassandra Drennan and husband Wesley, Grant Green and wife Rhiannon, Catie Loftus and husband John, Heather York; 11 great-grandchildren, McKenzie Fraliex, Jordyn Traylor, Cayden Fraliex, Kyndal Traylor, Abbi Drennan, Aubrey Drennan, Felicity Green, Hailey Collier, Hunter Collier, Ollie Loftus and Judah Loftus; one great-great-grandchild, Braylee Head.She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Green; her parents, Sammie and Pearl Cates Cox; two sisters, Jean Story and Marcella Shumaker; two brothers, Minos and John Cox; and a granddaughter, Tara Green.

Services are at 1 p.m., Thursday, March 5 at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton with Bro. Mark Faughn officiating, assisted by Bro. Rex Jones. Burial will follow in Fredonia Cemetery.

QuertermousJoyce A. Quertermous, 70, of Marion died Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at her home.Survivors include her husband, Danny Quertermous of Marion; daughters, Angie (Bobby) O'Leary, Billi Wyatt and Brandie Fox all of Marion; brothers, Bennett Redd of Marion and Kenneth Redd of Indianapolis, Ind.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Trice and Lala Redd.

Services are scheduled for 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 27 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Freedom Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home.

FloydJohn "J.W." Floyd, 99, of Marion died Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 at his home.

Survivors include his son, Brian Floyd (Susan); two daughters, Rhonda Ellis (Jerry) and Lori Long (Wayne); grandchildren, Bobby Floyd, Bradley Floyd (Christy), Brian Floyd (Sarah Lindsey), Jenny Albright (Ricky), Denise Montalta (Jeremy), Angela Burchett (John), and Rebecca Long.He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Floyd; and his parents, Volentine and Ethyl Floyd.Services were Tuesday, Feb. 18 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery.

WinsteadWilliam “Bill” Winstead, 77, former principal bassoonist of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and a composer and teacher, died Feb. 12, 2020 following a brief illness. A graduate of Crittenden County High School, he was selected as the school’s Distinguished Alumnus in 2017.Winstead had served as professor of bassoon at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music for 30 years, receiving the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award in 2006-07. He retired in 2018 after 32 years with the orchestra.Besides the Cincinnati Symphony, Winstead’s music has been performed by ensembles including the Pittsburgh Symphony and the Philadelphia Orchestra. In 1976, he received a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts for a bicentennial work for narrator and orchestra. He also wrote chamber music and works for solo bassoon. Winstead was born in Hopkinsville and raised in Crittenden County. He began studying the piano at age three and was composing by age five. As a teenager, he attended the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where he studied the bassoon with renowned bassoonist Sol Schoenbach. He later received an artist diploma and bachelor's degree in bassoon from Curtis, followed by a master’s degree in theory and composition from West Virginia University. Besides teaching at CCM, Winstead taught bassoon, piano, music theory and composition at West Virginia University, Indiana-Purdue University, Florida State University and Oberlin Conservatory of Music.Winstead was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Imogene Winstead; and his partner, William Loring.Visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday, Feb. 23 with the funeral to follow at 6:30 p.m., in Corbett Tower at Music Hall on the Cincinnati campus.Memorials may be made to the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, P.O. Box 210003, Cincinnati 45221-0003; or to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati 45202.

ChittendenJohn Albert “Johnny” Chittenden Sr., 50, of Carrsville died Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.He was born to the late George Louis Chittenden and Christine Driver Chittenden on Sept. 3, 1969 in Livingston County. He enjoyed being outdoors with his sons.Surviving are two sons, John Albert Chittenden Jr., and Jarrod Chittenden both of Carrsville; four brothers, Paul Wayne Chittenden of Burna, Mickey Chittenden of

Smithland, Terry Chittenden of Smithland and Timmy Chittenden of Kirksey; two sisters, Linnie Tinsley of Marion and Cathy Curnel of Salem; two grandchildren, Rowan Carter and Reign Elizabeth Chittenden; and several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Greg Stephen Chittenden and Robert Louis Chittenden.

Services were Monday, Feb. 17 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with the Rev. Gary Murray officiating. Burial was at Good Hope Cemetery.

JohnsonWilliam Ray “Billy” Johnson, Jr., 55, of Grand Rivers died at his home Thursday Feb. 6, 2020. He was a U.S. Army veteran; member of Harvest House Pentecostal Church and a member of the Kentucky National Guard unit that was formerly stationed at Marion.Survivors include his wife, Stephanie Autry Johnson of Grand Rivers; two daughters, Jessica Andrews and husband Brian of Princeton and Megan Buckingham and husband Casey of Dyersburg, Tenn.; a son, Joseph Johnson and wife Natasha of Princeton; two step-daughters, Destiny Paige Autry of Grand Rivers and Sidney Renee Autry of Grand Rivers; a brother, Ronald Wayne Johnson of Trenton, Tenn.; two sisters, Judy Weaver of Dyersburg, Tenn. and Pamela Smith of Trenton, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Thomas McKee, Joseph Johnson Jr., Jeremiah Johnson, Cheyenne Johnson, Lillian Buckingham, Benjamin Buckingham; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ray Johnson Sr., and Geraldine Van Hooser Peay; and a sister, Opal JoAnn Johnson.Services were Monday, Feb.10 at Goodman Funeral Home in Princeton with Bro. Daniel Orten officiating. Burial was at Morse Cemetery in Caldwell County.

FlanarySamuel Wayne Flanary, 75, of Marion died Friday, Jan. 31 2020 in Paducah. He was a member of the Marion United Methodist Church.Surviving are his son, Jonas Drew Flanary of Marion; a step-sister, Edith Harris of Marion; a sister-in-law, Louise Flanary of Princeton; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Robetta S. Flanary; his parents, James Isaac Flanary and Effie Ilene Belt Flanary; and two brothers, David and Douglas Flanary.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13 at Marion United Methodist Church with Rev. David Combs officiating. There will be no visitation.

WitherspoonBrenton “Dan” Witherspoon, 72, of Marion died Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 at Wellington Parc Center in Owensboro, after courageously battling several health complications over the past years.His courage was formed in his upbringing during his early life in his beloved Kentucky, and then hardened during his time in the U.S. Army, and his two voluntary tours of duty

during the Vietnam War, where he proudly served as a combat medic in the notoriously and historically dangerous War Zone C, and the Iron Triangle near the Cambodian Border. He volunteered to be a medic aboard an unarmed medical “Dustoff” helicopter. He was responsible for saving hundreds of lives of wounded American and allied Vietnamese soldiers and civilians.During that service, his heroism was distinguished by the award of the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts for wounds from enemy fire, 35 Air Medals for combat flights, including three for Valor. His courage and determination was well known by all those he flew alongside on those missions. Three of those crewmates came from long distances to pay their final respects and admiration for their comrade and will serve as honorary pallbearers.His determination is well-known locally for his tireless efforts in helping found the Blackford Walking Trail and Veterans Walk of Honor, a park near Blackford, Ky. He was a passionate giver of his time in this project, and he helped in organizing annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies to ensure that the service and sacrifice of Kentucky’s sons and daughters are never forgotten.Those left to remember and cherish his memory are his son James Witherspoon of Marion; his aunt, Nancy Lacy of Marion; three beloved grandchildren, Destiny Maynard of Marion, Kenneth Gary Alan Goodloe II of Madisonville and Paisley Witherspoon; and three great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, James Eldon and Bobbie Louise Witherspoon; his precious daughter Darla Marie Goodloe, two brothers, Dwight and James Eldon Witherspoon Jr.; and a sister, Carrie R. “Jimmie” Carlisle.Services are scheduled for 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 10 a.m., until the service time Thursday.Military Rites and Honors will be bestowed at the cemetery under the direction of the U.S. Army, Fort Campbell, Ky.Flowers and memorial contributions to the Blackford Walking Trail Memorial and Veterans’ Walk of Honor Fund are both welcome. Memorials may be addressed to Crittenden Fiscal Court, 107 S. Main St, Ste 208, Marion, KY 42064.

McClureDonald Gene McClure, 85, of Marion died Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was a member of Marion Main Street Baptist Church.Survivors include his wife, Carrie McClure of Marion; daughter, Connie (Michael) Vaughn of Marion; sons, Bruce (Christy) Guess and Dennis (Lisa) Guess both of Marion; brothers, Duane McClure of Marion and Charles McClure of Chicago, Ill.; sisters, Paulette Conner of Marion and Mary Nell Gilland of Gary, Ind.; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, Robbie and Lura McClure; a daughter, Bonnie Morris; and three sisters.Services were Saturday, Feb. 1 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Gideons International.

BowmanRicky Bowman, 66, of Eddyville died Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 at his home.He was a member of Dycusburg Baptist Church.Survivors include two sons, Brian Bowman and wife Sarah of Paducah and Bradley Bowman of Marion; a daughter Brandee Bowman of the Mexico community in Crittenden County; a brother, Mike Sutton and wife Linda of Marion; a sister, Angie McLevain and husband Carl of Marion; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Timothy Sutton; and his parents, Stacy and Jennette Buchannan Sutton.Services were Friday, Jan. 31 at Dunn's Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Kirk officiating. Burial was at Dycusburg Cemetery.

HincheeNorman Ray Hinchee, 89, died Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 at the Crittenden Community Hospital.He was a U.S. Navy veteran and UMWA coal mining mechanic. He took great enjoyment in being outdoors, traveling, coon hunting and fishing.Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Shirley Hinchee of Marion; son Rocky Hinchee (Teresa) of Marion; grandsons Phillip Hinchee (Bianca) of Fredonia, and Scott James (Sarah) of Morton Grove; step-sons Jeff Hollamon of Orlando, Fla.; Greg Hollamon (Dawn) of Henderson, Tenn.; and Brian Hollamon (Tracy) of Wauconda, Ill.; a sister, Muriel Humphrey of Marion; a brother, Bill Hinchee (Loretta) of Marion; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles (Carolyn) Hinchee; a sister, Lorene (Buford) Henderson; a grandson, Wesley James; infant great grandson, Sebastian James; and his parents, Charlie and Rosa Hinchee.Services were Friday, Jan. 31 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial was at Crowell cemetery.

CurnelBradley Scott Curnel, 48, of Salem died Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 near Salem. He enjoyed fishing and hunting deer.Surviving are a daughter, Pamela Curnel of Kevil; two sons, Brandon Curnel and Kyle Curnel, both of Livingston County; a sister, Sue Curnel of Salem; two brothers, Brent Curnel of Salem and Jay Curnel of Carrsville; and parents, Paul Curnel of Salem and Cathy Chittenden Curnel of Salem; and six grandchildren, Wesley Wooley, Annabell Wooley, Aerika Wooley, Aria Ford, Catherine Curnel and Weston Curnel.He was preceded in death by his grandparents; a nephew, “Bubba” Damien Riley Crane; and several aunts and uncles.Services were Monday, Feb. 3 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services, with Bro. Gary Murray officiating. Burial was at Good Hope Cemetery.

BylerLavern C. Byler, 16, of Marion died Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah. He was born June 25, 2003 to Cristy and Rhoda (Mast) Byler.

Survivors include his parents; his siblings, Susanna, Regina, Andy and Joni; grandmothers, Mrs. Amos Wilma (Ropp) Mast and Mrs. Simon Rhoda (Yoder) (Byler) Beachy; step-grandfather, Simon Beachy; and several aunts and uncles.He was preceded in death by a stillborn brother, two grandfathers; and an uncle.Services were held Saturday, Feb. 1 at the David R. Byler residence with interment in the Marion Amish Community Cemetery.Gilbert Funeral was in charge of arrangements.WintersJackie Winters, 74, of Marion died Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. He was a member of Mexico Baptist Church and a U.S. Navy veteran.Survivors include his sisters Diane Henry (Steve) of Princeton and Jo Ann Benoit of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Reginald and Lela Winters.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

EasleyLois Opal Easley, 99, of Marion died Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center.Survivors include her children: Brendyth O. Boone (Eddie) of Princeton, Lucky D. Easley (Brenda) of Marion, Joseph L. Easley (Linda) of Marion and Latricha Rhee Hollowell (Larry) of Tyler, Texas; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and multiple step-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, James A. Easley; parents, Herman and Edna Ramage of Salem; a son, Larenza A. “Sonny” Easley (Peggy); a grandson, Joey J. Easley; a brother, Benjamin Ramage; and a sister, Reba Roberts. She was one of the original founding members of Marion Church of God where she worked in various capacities, including teacher, bus driver, cook and served as a hostess to many visiting evangelists and preachers and their families. She and her best friend Birdie Thomas were active in their community assisting whenever needed to help families during troubled times. They worked their “big” gardens and shared the harvest to provide for their families and those in need.When all of her children left home, she was for many years a professional cook locally and on riverboats. She loved reading and helping others learn how to read. She accomplished a lifelong goal of earning a high school diploma at age 73. She wanted to be an example and inspiration for her family and others. Graveside services are at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 at Mapleview Cemetery in Marion.Memorials may be made to Mapleview Cemetery, c/o Gilbert Funeral Home, 117 West Belleville St., Marion, KY 42064. Paid Obituary

Rice

Robert Lee Rice, 69, of Marion died Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at Baptist Health Madisonville.He was a retired rural mail carrier and a United States Army veteran.Surviving are two sons, Robert Leon Rice of Henderson and Justin Miles Rice of Lexington; a daughter, Stephanie Louise Day of Marion; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife, Bobbie Singleton Rice; and his parents, Leon and Ruby Jones Rice.Services are at 1 p.m., Thursday, January 30 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Friends may call at Myers Funeral Home on Thursday from 11 a.m., until the funeral hour.

HincheeNorman Ray Hinchee, 89, died Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 at the Crittenden Community Hospital.He was a U.S. Navy veteran and UMWA coal mining mechanic. He took great enjoyment in being outdoors, traveling, coon hunting and fishing.Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Shirley Hinchee of Marion; son Rocky Hinchee (Teresa) of Marion; grandsons Phillip Hinchee (Bianca) of Fredonia, and Scott James (Sarah) of Morton Grove; step-sons Jeff Hollamon of Orlando, Fla.; Greg Hollamon (Dawn) of Henderson, Tenn.; and Brian Hollamon (Tracy) of Wauconda, Ill.; a sister, Muriel Humphrey of Marion; a brother, Bill Hinchee (Loretta) of Marion; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles (Carolyn) Hinchee; a sister, Lorene (Buford) Henderson; a grandson, Wesley James; infant great grandson, Sebastian James; and his parents, Charlie and Rosa Hinchee.Services are at 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial will be at Crowell cemetery. Friends may call from 10 a.m., until service time Friday.

MillikanKaren Yvonne Millikan, 64, of the Lola community died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at her home.She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church on Dover Road. Surviving are her husband of 45 years, Kenneth Millikan of Salem; daughter, Wendy Smith and fiancé Brad Culp of Paducah; sons, Keith Millikan and his wife Julie of Marion, and Kyle Millikan of Lola; sister, Gail Lynch of Iuka; grandchildren, Makayla Emmons and husband Alan of Ledbetter, Clay Smith of Paducah, Dally Millikan and Kallen Millikan both of Marion; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces; and great-great nephews.She was preceded in death by her sisters, Donna Jean Cooper, Anita Peek, Shirley Jones, Glenda Stembridge and Kathy Smith; and her parents, Grundy and Nellie Brasher Pendergrast.Services were Saturday, Jan. 18 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Rev. Nick Forsythe officiating. Burial was at Lola Cemetery.

Ramage

Mary Jean Ramage, 92, of Hampton died Friday, Jan. 17, 2020 at Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services in Salem.She was a member of Old Salem Baptist Church where she enjoyed playing the piano and working in Bible school.Surviving are her son, Mike Ramage (Debbie) of Smithland; daughters, Winnie Futrell (Robert) of Calvert City, and Gina Tabor of Burna; five grandchildren, Garrick Ramage (Amy) of Smithland, Lauren Ramage (Steve) of Smithland, Megan Moody (Ed) of Brentwood, Tenn., Brandon Walker (Kelly) of Reidland and Samantha Tabor of Bowling Green; and eight great-grandchildren, Brady Walker, Lyla Walker, Kyle Moody, Reese Moody, Ethan Ramage, Emersyn Ramage, Selah Ramage and Jolene Ramage.She was preceded in death by her husband, Don L. Ramage; son-in-law, Paul Tabor; sister, Ann Threlkeld; brothers, Clinton Mitchell and Robert Mitchell; and her parents, George and Mabel Riddle Mitchell.Services were Sunday, Jan. 19 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial was at Old Salem Baptist Church Cemetery.

CollinsAnthony Lee “Tony” Collins, 65, of Sturgis died Friday, Jan. 17, 2020 after a lengthy battle with cancer.He was a coal miner for several years then served as a water treatment operator for the City of Sturgis, City of Marion and the Crittenden-Livingston Water District. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Graingertown Baptist Church.Survivors include his high school sweetheart and wife of 45 years, Debra Collins of Sturgis; a daughter, Lee Anna Jones and husband Robert of Sturgis; two sisters, Lisa Collins Jones and husband Darrell of Sturgis and Pamela Lynn Collins of Sturgis; two grandchildren, Toby Lee Whitson and Robby Jones, both of Sturgis; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.He was preceded in death by his parents Luther and Rita Russelburg Collins; and a brother, Joey Collins.Services were Sunday, Jan. 19 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis with Rev. George Beach officiating. Burial was at St. Ambrose Cemetery in Sturgis. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

BatesRobert E. Bates, 62, of Marion died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 at his home.Survivors include his children, Channa (Chris) Woodall of Murray, April (Anthony) Timms of Arkansas, Toni (Eddie) Yarbrough of Arkansas, Bobby (Kayla) Bates of Smyrna, Tenn., and Rochelle Bates of Marion; several grandchildren; sisters, Leda Martin and Brenda Sigler both of Fredonia and Joyce Bates of Marion; and brothers, William Wayne Bates of Beulah and Boyd James (Kathy) Bates of Fredonia.He was preceded in death by his wife, Sybrena Bates; parents, Ray R. and Ruth Bates; and brothers, Mark Allen Bates and Johnny Ray Bates.Services were Monday, Jan. 20 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery.

Myers

Judith "Judy" Myers, 72, of Sullivan died Monday, Jan. 20, 2020 at the Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson.Survivors include her two sons Roy Don Gobin Jr. (Mary Beth) of Sullivan and Ronald Dean Gobin (Becky) of Dekoven; four granddaughters; Ruth Gobin, Anzie Gobin, Bailey Gobin, and Chelsea Gobin; a sister, Kay Hovey of Marion; and her mother, Jewel Hunt of Marion.She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Myers; and her father, Oliver Hunt.Services are at 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial will follow at Mapleview Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 22 and from 10 a.m., until service time on Thursday.

WallaceRosalee Wallace, 74, of Crayne died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.She was a member of Dycusburg Baptist Church and had worked as a home health caregiver.Surviving are her son, Darren (Sharon) LaRue of Marion; daughter, Starla (Frank) Bates of San Antonio, Texas; sisters, Nancy Buchanan of Paducah; Dixie Ray of Paducah and Darlene Tabor of Marion; a brother, Harold Buchanan of Marion; 10 grandsons; and several great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Lula Martin Buchanan; two sisters; and two brothers.Services were Tuesday, Jan. 21 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Dycusburg Cemetery.

HarrisJanice Marie Dunbar Harris, 67, of Salem died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020 at Baptist Health Paducah.She enjoyed playing Bingo and fishing. Surviving are two daughters, Carla Harris (Donnie) and Marcy Shuecraft (Wesley) both of Salem; a son, Troy Harris (Sheri) of Grand Rivers; a sister, Shelia Binkley of Marion; four grandchildren, Daniel Harris (Makayla) of Salem, Blake Shuecraft (Abby) of Mayfield, Brittany Harris of Salem, Tori Harris of Grand Rivers; and two great-grandchildren, Raelyn Harris and Remi Shuecraft. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl “Denny” Harris; sister, Rosemary Beverly; brother, Johnny Dunbar; grandchildren, (twins) Clayton and Drake Harris; and her parents, John and Betty Jennings Dunbar.Services were Wednesday, Jan. 22 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services with Bro. Tim Fouts and Bro. Bill Baker to officiating. Burial was at Lola Pentecostal Church Cemetery.

SummersMaudie Rae Summers, 80, of Marion died Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020 at Palmer Place in Providence. She was a member of Sugar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church.Surviving are her daughters, Marcie (Mike) Conger of Marion and Gina Summers; and granddaughter, Macie Conger of Marion.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Gene Summers; parents, Elbert and Mary Opal Hunt; sisters, Martha Keeling and Imogene Vinson; and a brother, Wayne Hunt.

Services are at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. The family will receive visitors from 10 a.m., until service time. Memorials may be made to Repton Cemetery or Sugar Grove Cemetery.

RiddleLoeta Faye Riddle, 82, of Marion died Friday, Jan. 10, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital.She had worked as a nurse’s aid and was a member of Marion Second Baptist Church.Surviving are a daughter, Terry Woodall of Burna; a grandson, Bobby (Tara) Reed of Burna; great-grandchildren, David, Addie and Ranslee; sisters, Nina Toney of McGregor, Texas; Janice Coleman of Marion and Teresa Hinchee of Marion; brothers, Stanley R. Gipson of Marion and Danny Gipson of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Riddle; parents, George Eston and Geneva McDowell Gipson; an infant daughter, Alisha Riddle; and granddaughter, Amy Jo Reed.Services were Tuesday, Jan. 14 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery.

DuncanElaine Duncan, 89, of Portage, Ind., died Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020. She was born on Sept. 10, 1930 in Crittenden County to the late Tom and Beulah McKinney. In 1947 she married Larnie J. Duncan, who preceded her in death. She enjoyed going for long walks on the beach and in the woods as well as making crafts from seashells. Surviving are one daughter, Deborah (Grady) West of Portage, Ind.; a sister, Connie “Yvonne” (Donald) Whitworth of Portage; four grandchildren, Charles Matheny, Jay (Patty) Matheny, Mike West, and Ken (Susan) West; six great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one brother, Alvin E. McKinney.Services were Wednesday, Jan. 15 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, in Portage with Rev. Andre Joseph officiating. Burial was at McCool Cemetery in Portage.

RichBrodie Rich, Jr., 82 of Blackford died Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020 at his home.He retired from Chrysler after 31 years and was a member of United Auto Workers.He was preceded in death by his parents, Brodie and Jettie Rich, his first wife Donna in 1999 and a brother, B.J. Rich.Survivors include his wife of seven years Vicki Voegel Rich of Blackford; four sons, Larry W. Rich of Wheatcroft, James Allen Rich of Providence, Marion “Peanut” Jones (Glenda) of Blackford and Brodie Rich (Jerrell) of Wheatcroft; two step-daughters, Kristy

Toy of Henderson and Corri Boswell (Shawn) of North Ridgeville, Ohio; two sisters Joyce Robertson of Marion and Bettie Acker (Mike) of Morganfield; three brothers, Bobby Rich of Sturgis, Frank Rich (Velda) of Dixon and Hank Rich (Jane) of Marion; nine grandchildren Jeremy Rich, Christina Rich, Scotty Rich, Tess Rich, Haley Kelley, Seth Rich, Ashlee Wilson, Savannah Jones and Emily Jones; three step-grandchildren, Kimberly Wilson, Tyler Wilson and Raylin Wilson; 13 great-grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren.Services were Wednesday, Jan. 15 at Vanover Funeral Home in Clay with Bro. Schuyler Brantley officiating. Burial was at White Oak Cemetery in Clay.

PhillipsHenry Barbee “H.B.” Phillips, Jr., 89, of Marion died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at Crittenden County Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was a member of Hurricane Church and a United States Army veteran.Survivors include his daughters, Paula (Jerry Ray) Belt of Marion and Tammie Kolb of Madisonville; grandchildren, Leslie Belt, Staci (Ryan) Blackburn and Laura (Travis) Faughender; great-grandchildren, Kolbey and Aubree Faughender and Anna Beth and Ryder Blackburn; and a brother-in-law, Col. (Ret.) Paul “Tittle” Ryan.He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Phillips; parents, Henry Barbee and Bertha Phillips Sr.; and a sister, Edwina "Winkle" Belt.Services were Saturday, Jan. 4 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mapleview Cemetery Fund.

McKinneyDouglas E. McKinney, 78, of Joy died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 at his residence. He was a member of The Potter’s House church in Smithland and was a retired coal miner.Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Lorain Sexton McKinney of Joy; a son, Mitchell McKinney of Joy; a daughter, Angela McKinney (Ronnie) Adams of Marion; two granddaughters, Abby Adams (Michael) Middleton of Mt. Vernon, Ind., and Olivia Adams (Nicholas) Logsdon of LaCenter; five great-grandchildren, Easton, Nyxxan, Dawsyn, Chandler and Austin; three brothers, Garry McKinney of Marion, Donnie McKinney of Henderson and Larry McKinney of Marion, Ill.He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Bradley and Pauline Croft McKinney; and a brother, Jimmie Perry McKinney.Services were Monday, Jan. 6 at Myers Funeral Home in Marion with Pastor Chris McDonald officiating. Burial was at Pleasant Grove General Baptist Church Cemetery in Salem.

HendricksonJohn Michael Hendrickson, 40, of Marion died Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020 at Crittenden Community Hospital. He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Morganfield, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Melissa Hendrickson of Marion; a son, Mason Hendrickson of Marion; a daughter, Addison Hendrickson of Marion; step-children, Tucker Atchison and Chaylee Wolf of Marion; and a sister, Jamie Mitchell of Alvord, Texas.He was preceded in death by his grandparents H.C. & Betty Hendrickson and Bobby & Nannie Mae Gatten; uncles Dwight Ladd, Ronnie Gatten and Tony Gatten.Services will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 9 at Whitsell Funeral Home in Morganfield with Fr. Freddie Byrd and Rev. Chris McDonald officiating. Visitation was Wednesday with Rosary said at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery in Morganfield with Rev. Rodney Raymond officiating at graveside.Memorials be made to St. Jude Children Hospital or St. Anthony’s Hospice.

WinnJanet H. “Judy” Winn, 85, of Marion died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020 at Princeton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of Marion Baptist Church where she was a Sunday school teacher. Winn was also formerly the owner of Marion Machine Works, former president of the Marion Woman’s Club, member of Fohs Hall, Inc., a Western Kentucky University business school graduate, former director of the Crittenden County Chamber of Commerce, former director of the Living Christmas Tree musical production at Fohs Hall and she was in 2011 the grand marshal of the Marion Christmas Parade.Survivors include her sister-in-laws, Mariam Haile of Bonita Springs, Fla. and Glenda Donaho of Frankfort; nieces, Carol Ann Smith, Linda Ellison, Vivian Thomas, Wendy Davis and Gaye Winn Adcock; a nephew, Kent Sturgeon; a great-niece and several great nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband, George E. Winn; parents, Basil and Beulah P’Poole Haile; a sister, Joyce Hawkins Sutherland; and a brother, Zane Basil Haile.Services were at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 8 at Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion. Burial was at Mapleview Cemetery. Visitation was from noon until the service time Wednesday at the funeral home.Memorials may be made to the Marion Woman's Club or the Parkinson's Association, PO Box 14, Marion, KY 42064.

BeltBonnie June Belt, 83, of Lola, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, Jan. 3, 2020.She was born June 16, 1936 to Claude and Autie Hamilton McDonald a Bankston, Ala. She was a sweet and loving person, who had no fear. Bonnie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was loved by her community. She was a member of Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with all of her heart, and is now rejoicing with her family and angels in heaven. Surviving are her daughters, Shanna J. Arflack, and Candy (Scott) McCandless, both of Salem; one step-daughter, Debbie (Danny) Fowler of Marion; one sister, Lou Nell Tucker of Alabama; one brother, Ralph McDonald of Tennessee; two grandchildren, Kalli Taylor and Zachary Arflack; one step granddaughter, Brandy Whitney; two great grandchildren, Sydney and Seth Taylor; and one step great granddaughter, Abby

Whitney.She was preceded in death by her husband, JC Belt; one daughter, Sandy Joy Belt; one son, Danny Burkett; seven brothers and sisters; and her parents.Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11 in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services. Burial will follow in Lola Cemetery.Friends may visit with the family from noon until the funeral hour on Saturday in the chapel of Boyd Funeral Directors and Cremation Services.Paid Obituary

AdamsWilliam E. Adams, 79, of Fredonia died Monday, Jan. 6, 2020 at his home. He was a machinist for Caterpillar tractor company. He was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, American Legion No. 103 of Fredonia, the Lions Club Post 43 of Fredonia and Knights of Columbus in Princeton. He was also a U.S. Air Force veteran. Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Barbara Conger Adams; sons, Daniel Adams and wife Maureen of Princeton and Erick Adams of Princeton; and four grandchildren, Erica Adams, William C. Adams, J. D. Adams and Samuel Adams.He was preceded in death by his parents, Erick and Lydia Adams; and a brother, John Adams.Visitation will be 4-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 9 at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton with Rosary services to held at 7 p.m., at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 10 at St. Paul's Catholic Church with Father Jojy Joseph officiating. Burial will follow in the Cedar Hill Cemetery with military services to be held.

DavidsonAlta Virginia Davidson, 100, formerly of Marion, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020 at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, Tenn. She was a member of the Baptist Faith.Survivors include her children, Danny and Gary Davidson both of Marion, and Sharon Riddle of Mayfield; sister, Wilma Robertson of Morganfield; eight grandchildren; and several-great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Homer Davidson; parents, Benjamin Taylor and Sarah Evelyn Lynn; sons, Ronnie Davidson and Donald Lynn; and grandson, James Edward Riddle.

Services are at 1 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 9 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Burial will be at Mapleview Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m., until service time Thursday at the funeral home.