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11/17/2025

Robert Wayne Smith

Robert Wayne Smith 68, of Madisonville, KY formerly of Dixon, KY passed away on Friday November 14th, 2025 at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY. Robert worked in Construction most of his life. He was the son of the late Robert Smith and Carolyn Johnson Curran. He is survived by his 2 sons Greg Smith of Morganfield, KY and Jared Smith of Madisonville, KY; a brother John Smith of San Diego, CA and 3 grandchildren Noah Smith, Kailyn Smith and Nevaeh Smith. Cremation was chosen and there will be no services. Townsend Funeral home in Dixon, KY is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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11/11/2025

Opal Leigh Dixon

Opal L. Dixon 93, of Sebree, KY passed away on Monday November 10th, 2025 at Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson, KY. She attended Shady Grove General Baptist Church in Poole, KY. Opal was a Homemaker and was a former member of the Cairo Homemakers Club. She loved being a wife, a mother, a grandmother, an Aunt and was an avid UK Basketball Fan. She was the daughter of the late Melroe “Boots” Weimer and Nina L. Conrad Weimer. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles “Cuz” Dixon, her sister Inez Berrong and 2 nephews Gary and Tommy Berrong. She is survived by her daughter Doris(Kerry) McClure of Newburgh, IN; her son David(Gala Jo) Dixon of Sebree, KY; a niece Nan(Paul) Laughary of Sebree, KY; 3 grandchildren Stephanie Pleskach, Alex Laughary and Conor McClure; 5 great grandchildren Andrew Pleskach, Chloe Pleskach, Charles Pleskach, Annaleigh Laughary and Elena Laughary; and nieces and nephews Larry Berrong, John Berrong, Ray Berrong and Kay Richey. Funeral services will be held on Saturday November 15th, 2025 at 1pm at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Rev. Ron Hampton will officiate. Entombment will be in Fairmont Mausoleum in Henderson, KY. Visitation will be from 10am until service time at the funeral home on Saturday. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Breaking Bread Ministries 275 W. Center Street Madisonville, KY 42431. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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11/03/2025

Jimmy Wayne Hanor

Jimmy W. Hanor 85, of Dixon, KY passed away on Monday November 3, 2025 at the West KY Veterans Center in Hanson, KY. Jimmy was a member of the Harmony Baptist Church in Dixon, KY. He retired from GE in Madisonville after several years of service. Jimmy was a US Army Veteran, enjoyed fishing and loved building RC Airplanes. He was the son of the late George Carroll and Lucille Villines Hanor. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret Hanor and a sister Carolyn Sue Dunbar. Survivors include his 3 daughters Cindy(Larry) Marsh of Dixon, KY; Tammy(Jim) Lewis Wittenbraker of Newburgh, IN and Sheri(Chris) Fields of Dixon, KY; a sister Sandra McKinley of Dixon, KY; 5 grandchildren Jeremiah Marsh, Whitney Scott, Joshua Lewis, Jacob Lewis and Cayden Fields; 2 step grandchildren Ryan Wittenbraker and Amanda Chase; 17 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday November 5th, 2025 at 1pm at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Rev. Tommy Townsend and Rev. Nick Duvall will officiate. Burial will be in Townsend Cemetery in Dixon, KY. Visitation will be from 11am until service time on Wednesday at the funeral home. Hopkins County Honor Guard will perform Military Rites at the graveside. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Harmony Baptist Church Building Fund c/o Cindy Marsh 1036 US Hwy 41-AS Dixon, KY or WKVC Activity Fund 926 Veterans Drive Hanson, KY 42413. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/31/2025

Lewis Wayne Gant

Lewis Wayne Gant 59, of Morganfield, KY passed away on Monday October 27th, 2025 at his home. Wayne attended Whispering Meadows Baptist Church in Morganfield, KY. He graduated from Webster County High School in 1983, He had worked several years on the Webster Co. Ambulance Service. He was the son of the late Leonard Ray and Nancy Burke Gant. Wayne was preceded in death by a daughter Brittany Davis and a brother Robert Page. He is survived by his wife of 22 years Janie Hall Gant of Morganfield, KY; a sister Rosa Belt of Providence, KY; a brother Curtis Gant of Erin, TN; and nieces and nephews. Cremation was chosen and the family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/25/2025

Mason Nathaniel Lynn

Mason Lynn, 24, of Henderson, KY passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025 unexpectedly at his home due to a sudden medical event. He was born on November 7, 2000 in Henderson, KY and raised in Nebo, KY. Mason graduated from Hopkins County Central High in 2019 where he was a member of the band. He attended classes at Campbellsville University where he was also a member of the band. Mason was a postal support employee (PSE) at the USPS plant in Evansville, IN. He loved animals especially his cats, Phobe & Colby Jack (CJ) and dog, Roxie. He enjoyed attending band competitions to support fellow musicians. In August, he married Elyssa (Greathouse) Lynn who survives him along with his father Jim (Juli) Lynn of Nebo, KY; his mother Charlotte Kay of Providence, KY; his brother Logan (Megan) Lynn of Madisonville, KY; nephews Lucas and Benji; 2 step-sisters Alia Gobin of Henderson, KY and Katlyn Logsdon of Denver, CO; paternal grandmother Gerry Lynn; maternal grandmother Betty McGill; 2 uncles Jason (Robbie) Lynn and Brad (Amanda) McGill; 3 aunts Michelle Anderson, Mellissa Messamore and Jamie; plus several cousins including Jordan Fowler and Sadie McGill along with many friends. Preceding him in death were his paternal grandfather Marion Lynn, maternal grandparents Elmer and Mable Case; and uncle Tom Anderson. Cremation was chosen in line with Mason’s wishes. Funeral services will be 1:45 Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Visitation will be from 11 AM till service time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the Vanderburgh Humane Society 400 Millner Industrial Dr. Evansville, IN 47710. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/24/2025

Shannon Michelle Bright

Shannon Michelle Bright, 57, of Providence, KY passed away on Saturday October 18th, 2025 at River Bend Nursing and Rehab in Evansville, IN. Shannon was a homemaker and loved taking care of her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bennie Bright, her mother Patricia Stowell Vance, 2 sons Shawn Michael Stipp and Darren Lewis Bright, and 2 grandchildren David Michael Bright and Olivia Andrews. Survivors include her father Herbert Vance of Chanute, KS; 5 daughters Deedra Phillippi of Chanute, KS, Samantha Horn of Lafayette, IN; Toni Bright of Chanute, KS; Britney Bright and Heather Bright both of Providence, KY; 2 sons Scott Bright of Clay, KY and Dusty Bright of Chanute, KS; 4 sisters Shawnda Edwards, Kelly Bright, Jamie Fulton and Heather Vance all of Chanute, KS; 15 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild Kingston Hayes and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Townsend Funeral home in Dixon is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/17/2025

Betty Sue Mitchell Moran

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Sue Mitchell Moran, who departed this life on October 13, 2025, in Houston, Texas, after a valiant and courageous bout with cancer. Born on July 24, 1939, she touched the lives of many through her kindness, wisdom and unwavering spirit.Betty was born in Vanderburg, Webster County, Kentucky, the beloved child of Charles Herman Mitchell and Mayme Louise Owen Mitchell. Growing up, she attended Dixon Elementary and Dixon High School, graduating in 1957; here she developed a lifelong love for learning and adventure.Betty knew she wanted to be a teacher at an early age. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in education from Kentucky Wesleyan College, graduating summa cm laude, she began her teaching career in 1978 with Ohio County Schools at Horse Branch Elementary School. Betty excelled as a teacher and pursued higher education while teaching, ultimately earning the distinguished certificates of Master’s and Rank 1 from Western Kentucky University. She was named Ohio County School’s teacher of the year in 2001. She retired in 2004 and continued substitute teaching at Newton Parrish Elementary School in Owensboro, Kentucky until 2014. During this long and storied career, Betty loved all her students, was known to empower them to excel and they reciprocated that respect and love.Betty Sue Mitchell Moran will be remembered for her indomitable spirit, generous heart, gift of gab and deep commitment to helping others. She leaves behind a legacy of love and integrity that will continue to inspire all who knew her. Betty had an unforgettable smile and laugh that warmed every room she entered.Betty was a member of Walnut Memorial Baptist Church. She was an avid and knowledgeable sports fan, particularly the Kentucky Wildcats Basketball program, even accompanying them on their charter to the Maui Classic in 2010. Betty loved to shop,travel, most notably to any beach and all Jimmy Buffet music. There was no adventure she wouldn’t take with her friends and family. Betty Sue Mitchell Moran was predeceased by her parents, Charles Herman (1961) and Mayme Louise Owen Mitchell (1969), her sister, Louise Mitchell Hendrix (1979), her brother, Charles Herman Mitchell, Jr. (2011), and her nephew, James Douglas Hibbs (2006).Betty is survived by her daughter, Michelle Moore (Michael) of Houston, Texas, her son, Michael Cole (Kate) of Nashville, Tennessee; her sister, Geraldine Rich (late husband Joel C. Rich) of Dixon, Kentucky, her niece, Vicky Hibbs Tillman of Dixon, Kentucky, her nephew Jody Rich, II of Evansville, Indiana, numerous other nieces and nephews, and close family and friends and granddog, Baron. She cherished Christmastime, family gatherings, shared laughter, and created lasting memories.A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Owensboro, Kentucky at the James H. Davis Funeral Home. On Thursday, October 23, 2025, a visitation (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM) and funeral service (1:00 PM) will be held in Dixon, Kentucky at Townsend Funeral Home. Rev. John Brumfiel will officiate. Following, the burial service will be held at Townsend Cemetery in Dixon, Kentucky. All friends and family are welcome to attend and celebrate Betty’s remarkable life. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com or www.davisfuneralhome.comIn lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, honoring Betty's passion for those in need.Betty Sue Mitchell Moran will be deeply missed, forever cherished, and never forgotten

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10/10/2025

Gladys Turner Burklow

Gladys Turner Burklow 102, of Providence, KY passed away on Thursday October 9th, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Dixon, KY on September 5th, 1923 to the late Thomas and Belle Stone Turner. Gladys moved to Chicago after marriage, where she worked, was a member of the Hometown Church, and raised their daughter Vickie. After retirement in 1984, her and James moved to Mount Vernon, IN where she enjoyed traveling to multiple locations with cousins. She was an active member of Silver Striders, of the community and was an active member of Harvest Time Church. Gladys was preceded in death by her husband James Burklow, her daughter Vickie Burklow, her brothers Herschel Turner, George Turner and T.J. Turner, and 1 nephew Larry Turner. Survivors include her 2 grandchildren Teresa Fuentes and Steven Carline both of Illinois; 5 great grandchildren Logan Carline, MaKayla Carline, Sophie Carline, Gabriella Fuentes and Geselle Fuentes; her nieces and nephews, Terry(Carol) Turner of Dixon, KY; Angie(Kenn) Boram of Eddyville, KY; Teresa(Willie) Thompson of Madisonville, KY and Mary Beth Turner of Dixon, KY and several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Sunday October 12th, 2025 at 2pm at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Rev John Brumfiel will officiate. Burial will be in Little Zion Cemetery in Dixon, KY. Visitation will be from 11am until service time on Sunday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Anthony’s Hospice 2410 S. Green St Henderson, KY 42420. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/09/2025

Max A. Dacy

Max A. Dacy, 85 of Providence, KY passed away Wednesday October 8, 2025. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Church in Providence, KY. Max served honorably in the US Army at Ft. Hood, Texas and the Korean War. He loved raising to***co, where he tortured his children, nieces and nephews for years for a payoff of bologna sandwiches and Sprite. He was preceded in death by his late wife Mable Dacy, his beloved son Rodney Dacy and 2 brothers Dorris and Jimmy Dacy. Survived by 1 daughter Sheila (Mickey) McCully of Hanson, KY; 2 sisters Ann Stone of Poole, KY and Esther Leslie of Dixon, KY; 1 daughter-in-law Dana Dacy of Dixon, KY; 1 sister-in-law Carolyn Dacy of Poole, KY; several grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2 PM Saturday October 11, 2025 at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Bro. Johnnie Davis will officiate with burial in Lakeview Cemetery in Dixon, KY. Military rites will be performed by Hopkins County Honor Guard at the cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 till service time on Saturday at the funeral Home. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Anthony’s Hospice 2410 S. Green St. Henderson, KY 42420. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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10/06/2025

James Thomas " Jimmy" Dorris

James Thomas “Jimmy” Dorris 78, of Dixon, KY passed away at home on Sunday October 5th, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was a member of the former Dixon United Methodist Church in Dixon, KY. Jimmy retired in 2001 from Dotiki Mines after more than 30 years of coal mining and after retirement he worked for the Webster County Sheriff’s office as a Bailiff at the courthouse for several years. He loved bowling, playing golf, playing cards and the outdoors. Jimmy was the son of the late Thomas and Dorothy Jean Dorris. He is survived by his wife of 36 years Clara Dorris of Dixon, KY; 2 daughters Tammy(Jim) Williams of Madisonville, KY; Alicia Marquess of Chino, CA; a sister Linda Dorris of Providence, KY; 4 grandchildren Ashley Poe, Victoria Marquess, Kreg Williams and Ray Williams; 1 great grandson Cooper Cates and 2 nieces. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday October 8th, 2025 at 1pm at Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY. Father Cole McDowell will officiate. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Providence, KY. Visitation will be from 11am until service time on Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Anthony’s Hospice 2410 S. Green St. Henderson, KY 42420. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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09/22/2025

Andrea Lynn Wilson

Andrea Lynn Wilson 58, of Clay, KY passed away on Sunday September 21st, 2025 at Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh, IN. She was of the Methodist Faith, loved knitting, gardening and was a past member of the Henderson Homemakers. She is survived by her husband of 15 years Kimmie Wilson of Clay, KY; 2 daughters Erica(Tom) Melton of Owensboro, KY; Jenna Wilson of Morganfield, KY; 5 grandchildren William Melton, Henry Melton, Evelyn Melton, Emma Wilson and Ava Blackburn. Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held at a later date. Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon, KY is handling arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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09/18/2025

Joyce Marilyn Whitlow

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our one-of-a-kind mother, Joyce Marilyn Whitlow who passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025 at the age of 77. A resident of Henderson, Kentucky, she was the cornerstone of our family and a source of endless love, strength, and laughter.She was born in Carmi, Illinois on July 30, 1948 to her late parents, John Elvis and Helen Jines-Williams. A graduate of North Posey High School, she went on to a fulfilling career as an extraordinary Mother, Lunchroom Manager and Call Center Operator. She married the love of her life, Michael Ray Whitlow, and together they built a loving home and raised 2 daughters.Our mother was a woman of many passions with strength and her ability to be so brave and unwillingness to give up. Her home was always filled with the warmth of her kindness and never ending love. We will always remember her for her warm and caring positive attitude and her devotion to always being not just a Mother but our best friend.She taught us how to live and what unconditional love truly means and her legacy will continue to inspire us. We will forever cherish the memories of our Sweet Momma. Joyce Whitlow is preceded in death by her Father John Elvis Williams, and Mother Helen-Jines Williams and Sister Janet Austin of Evansville, Indiana.She will be deeply missed by her surviving family: Her children: Amy(Gary) Sinnett and Melissa (Brad) Overfield:Her granddaughters: Taylor and Lily Sinnett: Her step-grandchildren: Zachary, Chelsea,Ty and Jayda Overfield: 5 great grandchildren: Her sibling: Janie Williams: Her puppy: Oliver Whitlow: Countless friends and other loved ones. A celebration held by her family of her remarkable life will be held at Denton Shelter House, 1813 N. Elm Street Henderson, KY 42420 on Monday September 22nd, 2025. Friends may visit from 6pm until 8:30 pm. Townsend Funeral Home in Dixon is handling the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.townsendfuneralhomeinc.com

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