Current Obituaries

Deronda Crane

Deronda Crane

Nov 5, 2023

Deronda Crane - Loving Caregiver who Touched Hearts and Spread JoyPaducah, KY - Deronda Crane, a beloved individual with a heart full of love and kindness, passed away at her home on November 5, 2023. Born on June 23, 1955, in Paducah, Deronda spent her life caring for others around her and surrounding herself with loved ones.Deronda had numerous interests...

Virginia Abernathy

Virginia Abernathy

Nov 2, 2023

Virginia Abernathy, age 90 of La Center died Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Life Care Center in La Center.  She was born the daughter of the late Robert Brand and the late Viola Brand.  She was a housewife caring for her home and children, and was of the Pentecostal faith.

No services are scheduled at this time.  Keeling & Goodman...

Janice Faye Watkins

Janice Faye Watkins

Oct 27, 2023

Janice Faye Watkins, a devoted registered nurse who dedicated many years of her life to serving others at Western Baptist Hospital, has sadly passed away. She peacefully departed this world on October 27, 2023, at Baptist Health in Paducah, KY. Janice was born in Graves County, Kentucky on August 12, 1957.Janice's career as a registered nurse was marked by compassion...

Shawn Culp

Shawn Culp

Oct 16, 2023

Shawn Michael Culp, age 20 formerly of Sharpe passed away October 16, 2023 in Spotsylvania, Virginia.  He was born February 12, 2003.  Shawn attended Marshall County High School and was a member of Rickman Road Baptist Church in West Paducah.  He worked at Walmart Distribution Center in Gordonsville, Virginia and at Domino’s.

A Celebration of Life service will be held...

Joe L. Bowler

Joe L. Bowler

Oct 16, 2023

Joe Bowler, 70, of Paducah died Monday, October 16, 2023, at his home. Joe was born the son of the late Thomas and Mary Bowler. He was of the Baptist Faith and former President of the Paducah Fraternal Order of Eagles #3135. He enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, singing karaoke, camping, knives, and was fascinated with eagles. 

Graveside Services will...

Danny Humble

Danny Humble

Sep 30, 2023

Danny Lee Humble, 60, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at his home.

Danny was born in Blytheville to Jimmy and Ruth Warren Humble and was of the Pentecostal faith. He worked as a contractor and was a jack of all trades.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Humble.

Danny is survived by his...

Joseph Wayne Baker

Joseph Wayne Baker

Sep 28, 2023

Joseph Wayne Baker, 61, of Smyrna, TN, died Thursday, September 28, 2023, at his residence. Joseph was born the son of the late Larry and Charlene Baker. He was of the Baptist faith. Joseph was a Musician who loved local bands and clubs. 

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 11:00am at Keeling & Goodman Funeral Home...

Wanda McDaniel

Wanda McDaniel

Sep 14, 2023

 

Wanda McDaniel, age 61 of West Paducah died Thursday, September 14, 2023 at her residence.  She was born the daughter of James Morris of West Moreland, Tennessee and the late Emma Scott Morris.  She enjoyed horse back riding, and was of the Christian faith.

No services are scheduled at this time.  Keeling & Goodman Funeral Home is in charge...

Patsy Ingram Brown

Patsy Ingram Brown

Sep 9, 2023

 

Patsy Ingram Brown, age 86 of Paducah died Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Parkview Nursing and Rehab.  She was born the daughter of the late Robert C. Ingram, and the late Julia Mitchell Ingram.  She previously worked for the Clausners Hosiery Mill.  She was a Kentucky Colonel, and a Dutchess of Paducah.  She was of the baptist faith.  ...

Charley Faye Beyer

Charley Faye Beyer

Sep 3, 2023

 

Charley Faye Beyer, 83, of Panama City Beach, FL, died Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Vitas Hospice Care Center in Panama City, FL.

Faye was born October 2, 1939, the only daughter of the late Charles William and Vellon Taylor Vance of Kevil, KY. She, along with her high school sweetheart, Dr. Louis Martin Beyer, graduated from Heath High...

Delaina Jean Martin

Delaina Jean Martin

Aug 28, 2023

Delaina Martin, age 70 of Paducah died Monday, August 28, 2023 at Baptist Health in Paducah.  She was born the daughter of the late Albert E. Arant, and the late Shirley Tucker Robertson.  Delaina retired from Wal-Mart after several years of service.  She loved all the music of Elvis Presley, enjoyed trips to the Smokey Mountains, going to bingo and...

Cynthia Phillips-Hodge

Cynthia Phillips-Hodge

Aug 25, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Cynthia Phillips-HodgeCynthia Phillips-Hodge, a beloved mother, teacher, and caretaker, passed away on August 25, 2023. She was known for her warm heart and caring nature, making a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. Cynthia was a member of Southland Baptist Temple.Cynthia's career spanned various roles, showcasing her dedication and...

Ray Dean Edmonds

Ray Dean Edmonds

Aug 24, 2023

Ray Dean Edmonds, age 67, who was born in Paducah, KY and moved to Virginia to enlist in the Navy, went to be with his Lord on August 24, 2023, at the VA Hospice Center in Glen Allen, VA. Ray met and married his wife, Cheryl, and made their home in Virginia. He was a member of Staple Mills Road...

Sara Ann Todd

Sara Ann Todd

Aug 16, 2023

Sara Ann Todd, 34, of Paducah died Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at her home. Sara was a devout Christian and a member of Southland Baptist Temple. She was caring and compassionate. Sara always had a passion for helping care for others, which included her father-in-law, Danny.

She is survived by her husband, David Todd of Paducah; her parents, Allen and...

Gary Deon James

Gary Deon James

Aug 5, 2023

Gary D. James, 83, of Paducah died Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah. Gary was born the son of the late Thomas and Evelyn James. He was a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle in Paducah. Gary enjoyed camping, reading, playing pool at the senior center, and watching Westerns. 

Gravesides Services will be held Saturday, August 12, 2023, at...

Linda Jo Russell

Linda Jo Russell

Jul 27, 2023

Linda Jo Russell, 74, of Paducah died Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Baptist Health Paducah. Linda was born the daughter of the late John T. Kiner and Shirley Brown. Linda was a devout Christian and had been a member of Hallelujah Fellowship Center in Paducah.

She is survived by her husband, Robert W. Russell of Paducah; two sons, Keith Thomas...

George Thomas Gillespie

George Thomas Gillespie

Jul 24, 2023

George Thomas Gillespie, 94, of Paducah died Monday, July 24, 2023, at his home. George was the son of the late Carl and Elfa May Gillespie, of Albany Missouri.

George was born on November 18, 1928 in Albany, Missouri and graduated from  Albany high school.  He attended the University of Missouri where he was a member of Farmhouse fraternity and...

Mark Edward Stites

Mark Edward Stites

Jul 16, 2023

 

Mark E. Stites, 61, of Paducah died Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Kindred Hospital in Louisville, KY.  Mark was born the son of the late Ralph and Doris Stites. He was of the Pentecostal Faith. Mark held a fifth-degree black belt in Martial Arts and loved riding his bicycle, and was very active in physical fitness. More than anything,...

Margaret Ann Sparks

Margaret Ann Sparks

Jul 7, 2023

Margaret Ann Sparks, 77, of Paducah died Friday, July 7, 2023, at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Margaret was born the daughter of the late Lawrence and Daisy Ritchie. She was a member of West End Baptist Church in Paducah and loved spending time with her family and attending family reunions and get-togethers.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, July...

Dakota "Koty" Miller

Dakota "Koty" Miller

Jul 5, 2023

Dakota "Koty" Allen Miller, 26, of Kevil died Wednesday, July 5, 2023, in Hickman, KY. Koty enjoyed going fishing and gaming.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 10, 2023, at 12:00pm at Keeling & Goodman Funeral Home in Paducah with Pastor John Aitken officiating. Burial will follow at Barnett Cemetery in Calloway County. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00am...