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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Betty Jean Rucker
Aug 24, 2024
Betty Jean Rucker, 90, of Hartford, KY departed this life on Saturday August 24, 2024, at her residence. She was born on July 23, 1934, in Eminence, KY to the late William and Leona Lawson. Betty attended Owensboro's Western High School and served faithfully as a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church for several years in her younger days. In...
Priscilla Jean Maldonado Ortega Moore
Aug 18, 2024
Priscilla Jean Maldonado Ortega Moore, 71, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Twin Rivers Nursing and Rehabilitation in Owensboro Kentucky after a prolonged illness. She was born September 19,1952 in South Bend Indiana to Gwendolyn Connell Maldonado Blair and the late Bert Maldonado. She was a devout Christian and attended South Hopkins High School. She worked various jobs throughout...
Bertrand Jean "Jeanie" Cambron
Aug 10, 2024
Bertrand Jean "Jeanie" Cambron, 78, of Owensboro died on Saturday Aug. 10, 2024 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. She was born to the late Thomas and Marguerite Cambron on Nov. 12, 1945 in Loretto, KY. Arrangements are pending. Please leave memories and messages of condolence for the family at www.mcfarlandfh.com. Care by McFarland Funeral Home of Owensboro, KY.
Kevin Ray Hester
Aug 7, 2024
Kevin Ray Hester, 47, of Owensboro died on Wednesday Aug. 7, 2024. He was born Dec. 24, 1976. A celebration of life ceremony for Kevin is pending. Please leave memories and messages of condolence for the family at www.mcfarlandfh.com Care by McFarland Funeral Home of Owensboro, KY.
Pastor Mario Cedric Pearson Jr
Aug 6, 2024
Rev. Mario C. Pearson, Jr.'s Journey Mario Cedric Pearson, Jr.'s journey began on February 22, 1967 in Detroit, Michigan to the late M.C. and Catherine Johnson Pearson. He received his early education from the Detroit Public School System. He was a 1985 honorable athlete and graduated from Mackenzie High School where he played basketball and affectionately received the nickname "Spider"...
Elana Laverne Schenk
Jul 27, 2024
Elana Laverne Schenk, two months, passed away on Saturday July 27, 2024 after a short stay here on Earth with her parents, Cameron Schenk and Cassidy Estes of Hartford, KY. While visiting here, she made a tremendously positive and loving impact on all of those who encountered her tiny embrace. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her...
Michael Frederick Shrewsberry
Jul 26, 2024
Michael Frederick Shrewsberry, of Owensboro, died on Friday July 26, 2024 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born on April 28, 1957 in Muhlenberg County, KY. He is survived by his son, Shawn Shrewsberry of Owensboro. Memories and messages of condolence may be offered for the family at www.mcfarlandfh.com Care by McFarland Funeral Home of Owensboro, KY.
Ranauld Dugan Rees
Jul 25, 2024
Ranauld Dugan Rees, 79, died on Thursday July 25, 2024 at his home in Utica, KY. He was born on July 14, 1945 to Gordon and Jennie Rees in Kemmerer, Wyoming. Memories and messages of condolence may be offered for the family at www.mcfarlandfh.com Care by McFarland Funeral Home of Owensboro, KY.
Jeffrey Warren Hardesty
Jul 25, 2024
Jeffrey Warren Hardesty, 64, of Owensboro, died on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at his home. He was born on March 10, 1960, to Bob and Anna Jean Hardesty in Owensboro. Jeffrey attended Trinity High School in Whitesville, KY and graduated from Owensboro Catholic High School in 1978. He was preceded in death by his father and nephew, Eddie Hardesty. In...
Teresa Gail Vinson
Jul 8, 2024
Teresa Gail Vinson, 69, of Owensboro passed away Monday July 8th 2024 peacefully at the Heartford House, under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. She was born on February 4, 1955 to the late James Edward Short and Helen Ruth Ringham. She worked at Fern Terrace as a medical technician (med tech) for many years. She...
Barbara Christine Eblen
Jul 7, 2024
Barbara Christine Eblen, 56, died on Sunday July 7, 2024 at Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson KY while under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice. She was born on March 6, 1968 to James and Betty Eblen. Memories and messages of condolence may be offered for the family at www.mcfarlandfh.com Care by McFarland Funeral Home of Owensboro, KY.
Charles Herbert Young Sr
Jun 24, 2024
Mr. Charles Herbert Young, Sr., a resident of Pleasant Ridge (Daviess County), Kentucky was born on July 6, 1922, in Youngstown, Ohio, as the third of seven children born to Herbert Medford and Rachel Jane (Brannon) Young. Charles' parents were originally from Daviess County and eventually they relocated to Ohio for employment opportunities before returning to their Pleasant Ridge homestead...
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