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Rhonda Wood

Rhonda Wood

Feb 24, 2025

Rhonda Wood, 46, passed away on February 24th, 2025. She was born on February 2, 1979 in Henderson, KY, and later moved to Owensboro where she lived until her passing at Davco Rest Home, LLC. There are no services planned. Final care entrusted to McFarland Funeral Home, Inc.

Samuel Edward Thruston I

Samuel Edward Thruston I

Feb 18, 2025

Samuel Edward Thruston I was born on August 31, 1981, in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the loving parents Jerry and Tonya Thruston. A proud graduate of Cardinal Ritter Hight School in Indianapolis, Indiana, Sam was a self-employed entrepreneur who often expressed to his mother that he would never work for anyone else. Sam embraced his faith at a young age, receiving...

Stephen Latrel Haught

Stephen Latrel Haught

Feb 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Latrel Haught. He departed this life on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the young age of 21. Stephen was born on March 24, 2003, to Kelly Jo Marshall and Stephen Haught in Owensboro, KY. Stephen was an adventurous young man with an infectious smile that will truly be...

Andre Lamar Palmer Updated Schedule

Andre Lamar Palmer Updated Schedule

Feb 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Andre Lamar Palmer. Andre was a beloved member of our community, known for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. He touched the lives of many with his warm smile and compassionate heart. Andre was born on April 20, 1970 in Owensboro to the late Shirley Faye Roher Palmer and...

Neal Richard Reed

Neal Richard Reed

Feb 4, 2025

The world bids farewell to Neal Richard Reed of Louisville, KY, who departed this life on February 4, 2025 at the age of 69. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. He was predeceased by his brothers, Steve Jordan and Wilbur Hinton. He is survived by: his wife Shelia Reed; his six children, Nehamiah Reed, Brittany Reed, Nicholas...

David Lee Helton

David Lee Helton

Jan 25, 2025

David Lee Helton, age 54, of Owensboro, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Twin Rivers Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born on September 17, 1970, in Owensboro, David was the beloved son of the late Forester and Wilma Helton. He was also preceded in death by a sister. David is survived by two brothers Paul and Allen. David will...

Maury Tré Duneghy

Maury Tré Duneghy

Jan 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Maury Tré Duneghy, a devoted father, loving son, cherished brother, and loyal friend. On January 08, 2025, at the age of 34 Tré peacefully transition from this world. Leaving a legacy full of love, kindness, and tenderness behind for his family and friends to cherish. Tré was born on...

Velita Rose Douglas

Velita Rose Douglas

Jan 1, 2025

Velita Douglas of Owensboro was born September 2, 1946 to the late Earl Joseph, Sr and Sallye Frances Taylor Moorman. She passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 1, 2025 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by: her husband, William Edward Douglas Sr.; two sisters, Regina Earlyne...

Elvis Hardin "Bucky" Moss Jr

Elvis Hardin "Bucky" Moss Jr

Dec 18, 2024

Elvis Hardin "Bucky" Moss, Jr., age 60, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2024. Born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky, Elvis was the beloved son of the late Minnie and Elvis Moss. From a young age, he was deeply rooted in faith, nurtured by his involvement at Tenth Street Missionary Baptist Church. Elvis was also an...

Charles Hines

Charles Hines

Nov 30, 2024

Charles Hines, age 99 years and 8 months, of Owensboro, transitioned from this life to his Heavenly home on Saturday, November 30th at Signature HealthCARE at Hillcrest. We are eternally grateful that during his stay at Signature HealthCARE, Chaplain Ron Phillips witnessed his verbal assurance of salvation and led him in a prayer of rededication. He was born on March...

Mark Edward Griffith

Mark Edward Griffith

Nov 25, 2024

Mark Edward Griffith, a.k.a. "Professor" age 60, of Owensboro passed away while battling a chronic illness on Monday November 25, 2024. He was born December 24, 1963 in Owensboro to Dorothy Simmons and William "Med" Griffith. Mark graduated from OHS and worked for Ruby Tuesday and Tracco ~ Total Packaging, LLC for many years. He enjoyed playing chess, riding motorcycles,...

Charles Edward Douglas Sr

Charles Edward Douglas Sr

Nov 17, 2024

Charles E. Douglas, Sr. a.k.a. Bootie, 79. Of Maceo, KY died peacefully in his home on Sunday November 17, 2024. He was born November 24, 1944 and was one of 16 children. He is preceded in death by his parents John Bourbon and Louisa Bell Douglas, his wife Clara M. Douglas of 32 years and his siblings Jay, Larry, Linda,...

Vera Yvonne Tapp

Vera Yvonne Tapp

Oct 20, 2024

Vera Yvonne Tapp departed this world at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN, on October 20, 2024, after a long battle with illness, at the age of 63. Vera was not just a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, and cousin; she was a cherished friend and a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her. Born...

Violet "Vi" Mae Allen

Violet "Vi" Mae Allen

Oct 19, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Vi Allen, cherished mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on October 19, 2024. Her vibrant personality and sense of humor will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Vi was born on January 30, 1949 in Breckenridge County. She is survived by daughters, Tina Hurm (Bob) and Donna Cain both of Owensboro. Surviving...

Ray Anthony Howard

Ray Anthony Howard

Oct 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ray Howard, beloved father, grandfather, and dedicated brother of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. on October 15th, 2024. Born on March 23, 1958, Ray lived a life marked by service, loyalty, and deep love for his family and community. Ray was preceded in death by his sister Fonda Fant...

Gunnar Sinclair Tapp

Gunnar Sinclair Tapp

Oct 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gunnar Sinclair Tapp, who departed this world at his home on October 1, 2024, at the age of 42. Gunnar was not just a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather and uncle; he was a light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Born on...

Larry "Chick" Bruder Owen Sr

Larry "Chick" Bruder Owen Sr

Oct 1, 2024

Larry "Chick" Bruder Owen, 73, a cherished and dedicated member of the Owensboro community, passed away on, Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born on February 23, 1951, to Winston and Margaret Gregory Owen in Livermore, Kentucky. At an early age, he professed his belief in and love for Jesus Christ and joined Zion Baptist Church where he remained a...

Richard Dushane Morrow

Richard Dushane Morrow

Sep 16, 2024

Richard "Rich" Dushane Morrow, 57, of Owensboro, KY, passed away Monday, September,16, 2024, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Richard, known by his close friends as "Rich," was born December 2, 1966 to Barbara Winstead and Jesse Richards. He was a graduate of Owensboro senior high school and a veteran of the United States Navy. Richard was...

Sharon Delores Sharp

Sharon Delores Sharp

Sep 5, 2024

Sharon Sharp Obituary Sharon Delores Sharp of Whitesville, Kentucky passed away September 5th, 2024, at 10 PM at the Owensboro Regional Hospital. She is survived by her three children, Steve Price of Evansville IN, Michelle Belverud (Michael) of Chino Valley AZ, and Elizabeth (Beth) Cunningham of Lincoln AL, 2 grandsons, Dustin Hendren (Rebecca) and Xavier Arnold and 2 great grandsons,...

Cain Jewell Amos

Cain Jewell Amos

Sep 3, 2024

Cain Jewell Amos, age 34, of Owensboro, Kentucky, passed away on September 3, 2024. Born on July 20, 1990, Cain was known for his boundless kindness and radiant spirit. He had a remarkable ability to light up any room he entered and never met a stranger. A proud graduate of Owensboro High School's Class of 2009, Cain carried his joyful...

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