Obituaries

Jan 17, 2026

Ayisha Melonnie Wall "Nonnie" as she was affectionately known, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Baptist Health Paducah.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, 12 noon at Pettus Rowland Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon where Reverend Donna G. Hawkins will...

Jan 16, 2026

Kevin Dion Sanders, age 54 of Paducah, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026 at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital.

Funeral services have been scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Stephen Harvey and Reverend Calvin R. Cole Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m....

Jan 8, 2026

Renee Lindsey, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 8, 2026, on her 54th birthday, at Baptist Health Paducah. Born in Cloverport, Kentucky, on January 8, 1972, Renee lived a life filled with warmth, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to those she loved.

Renee spent many cherished years as a Certified Nurse Assistant at a Nursing Home Facility,...

Jan 7, 2026

Jearline “Jerri” Dabney-La’Cour entered eternal rest at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah, Kentucky at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Jerri, as she was more commonly known, was born in Paducah, Kentucky, on November 12, 1945, to Caesar and Julious Sessum Dabney, her loving parents. At the time of her passing, she had reached 80...

Dec 31, 2025

Patty "PJ" Jo Drew, a cherished soul and beloved matriarch, left this world on December 31, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on May 13, 1964, in Paducah, Kentucky, PJ graced the lives of all who knew her with her unwavering love, kindness, and joy. A proud graduate of Reidland High School, class of 1982, PJ's journey through life...

Dec 25, 2025

Clyde Sylvester Carrethers, a beloved figure in his community and a devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his residence in Brookport, IL, on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Born on March 7, 1938, in Brookport, Illinois, Clyde blossomed into a personality characterized by warmth, dedication, and a profound love for both family and various hobbies.

Clyde dedicated an impressive 38 years...

Dec 16, 2025

David Taylor passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at his residence.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Dec 5, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Cassandra Jenessia Chairs, who departed this earthly life to join her Heavenly Father on December 5, 2025. She was a devoted and loving mother, cherished grandmother and nana, loyal sister and friend, and a faithful servant of God.

Cassandra was born on September 27,...

Dec 3, 2025

Dorothy Mae Watts was born July 18, 1937, to the union of Arthur Crockett and Julia Mae Crockett in Walls, Mississippi. She relocated to Paducah, Kentucky, where she later married Connie Watts and had two children, Edward and Lori.

Dorothy accepted Christ at an early age. After moving to Paducah, she became a member of Mount Olive...

Dec 1, 2025

Henry Louis Johnson, Jr. was born on January 1, 1970, to the blessed union of Reverend Henry Louis Johnson, Sr. and Jean Marie Johnson. Born in Chicago, Illinois, at Mercy Hospital, Henry was later known as “Hank” or “Stone” to many of his friends.

Henry was a gifted student at St. Elizabeth Catholic School in Chicago and, consequently, was promoted from...

Nov 30, 2025

Victor Glenn Kitzman Jr., age 58 of Smithland, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at Livingston County Hospital. He was born on October 29, 1967 to the late Elmer Kitzman and Maryann Cavin Kitzman in Cullman, Alabama. Victor is survived by his wife of 21 years, Sherry Lynn Kitzman, son Ethan Martin Kitzman and daughters, Brittany Sue Ann...

Nov 27, 2025

Sharon Ann Hamm left this earthly life to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 6:49 p.m., from the Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Calvert City, KY.  She had sojourned here in her mortal life for 78 years and 13 days.  Sharon was born the lovely daughter of the late Charles Young and Marjorie...

Nov 27, 2025

Loving Memory of Glenda Patrice Wolfe September 8, 1951 – November 27, 2025, Age 74

Glenda Patrice Wolfe was born on September 8, 1951, in Paducah, Kentucky, to Jene Elistene Wolfe. Following her mother’s passing in 1959, Glenda and her three siblings were lovingly raised by Clarence and Beatrice Tooley.

A proud graduate of Paducah Tilghman High School, Class of 1969, Glenda...

Nov 19, 2025

Iva Rene Pullen, a devoted mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at her residence. At the time of her passing, Iva was blessed with 79 years and 5 days of life.

Iva was born on November 14, 1946, in West Paducah, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Earl Rouse,...

Nov 19, 2025

Bessie Elaine Webb Taylor, 70, of Paducah, KY, died on November 19, 2025 after a brief hospitalization at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield, OH.   Bessie was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Audrey Webb. She was a 1973 graduate of Paducah Tilghman High School.

Bessie's career started as an Executive Secretary, working for the U.S. Department...

Nov 6, 2025

Fayette Marie Clark, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Fayette was born on January 23, 1956, in Paducah, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Benjamin Blakely and the late Barbara Hill. She received certification in accounting from West...

Nov 4, 2025

Jeblosky Marques Allen passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN. He was the loving son of Ida and William Wells and Percy Johnson.

Jeblosky was born on March 15, 1981, and attended Paducah Public Schools. He was a member of Washington Street Church in Paducah and was formerly employed as...

Oct 24, 2025

Carrie A. Johnson, a resident of Paducah, KY, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025, at her residence. She was born on May 13, 1964, in Charleston, MO, to the late W.C. and Iola Davis Johnson. Carrie lived to the age of 61 years, 5 months, and 11 days.

Carrie demonstrated her faith through her interaction...

Oct 19, 2025

Carrie R. (Beasley) Glore, 94, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky.

Carrie was born on December 14, 1930, in Paducah, Kentucky, to the late John E. Beasley and the late Lucille Beasley. She attended Paducah Public Schools and attended Harrison Street Missionary Baptist Church....

Oct 14, 2025

Rita D. Beasley, after having been blessed with 79 years, 8 months, and 20 days here on earth, was called to eternal rest at 5:35 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah.  She was born to the late Glenn Johnson and Margaret Eanes Johnson in Satillo, TN, on January 24, 1946.

Rita attended Lincoln...