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03/23/2026

Lyla Mae Hammack, 85, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday March 22, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on December 1, 1940, in Madisonville, to the late Joseph Cleveland Prow and the late Hazel Marie Oliver. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her first husband, Jasper E. Thomas; her second husband, Paul Hammack; Her brothers, James Hunt, Wallace D. Hunt, John Hunt, Paul Prow, and Harold Prow; and her sisters, Mary Ruth Hunt Duncan and Sue Prow Nance.
Lyla retired from the Region Two Vocational Education Office, where she held the title of Business Manager. She loved reading her funnies, so much so that it was tradition to wrap Christmas presents with them at Christmas time. In her free time, she enjoyed watching her T.V. shows. She is remembered for her love of her family, and animals of any kind. A special place in her heart was reserved for her cats, which extended to the strays that would find their way to her. She will be remembered as “everyone’s Aunt Lyla”.
She is survived by her daughter, Belinda McClain of Madisonville; her brothers, Alvin (Sue) Prow of Washington, IN, and Gene Prow of Hannah, WY; her granddaughter, Caitlin McClain of Madisonville; and a host of nieces and nephews that will greatly miss her.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home – Madisonville Chapel with Bro. Dennis Coombs officiating. Burial will follow in Frazier-Blackwell Cemetery in Providence, KY.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until the service time Wednesday at the funeral home in Madisonville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Hopkins County Humane Society or toward any Multiple Sclerosis Association of choice. Envelopes will be made available at the funeral home.

Lyla was born on December 1st, 1940 and passed away on March 22nd, 2026 at the age of 85

03/21/2026

Sharon Ann Duncan, age 86, of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.

She was born on May 2, 1939, to the late James Corum and Thelma “Jewell” Williams.

Sharon shared 54 years of marriage with her husband, JP Duncan, Jr. She is survived by her children, Terry (Cathy) Woosley; Rodney (Cheryl) Woosley; Rik (Sherri) Woosley; Nicole Woosley; and Jay (Jamie) Duncan. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Nathan (Tara) Woosley, TR Woosley, Jamie King, Sarah (Jacob) Tharp, Corey Woosley, Jessica Frodge, Joseph Larkins, Glenn Woosley, and Kelsey Duncan, along with several great‑grandchildren and great‑great‑grandchildren.

Sharon worked for many years as a hairdresser, where she enjoyed visiting with people and expressing her creativity. Outside of work, she found happiness in painting and sewing, often putting her own personal touch on the things she made.

Known for her spunky and spirited personality, Sharon had a sharp wit and a lively presence that left a lasting impression. She lived life in her own way and brought a sense of energy and individuality wherever she went.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, John T. Corum and his wife Rae, and Donald Corum. She is survived by her sister‑in‑law, Juanema Corum.

A private graveside service will be held Monday, March 23, 2026, at Concord Baptist Church in Manitou, Kentucky.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, at the special request of her daughter Nicole.

Sharon will be remembered for her strength, her independence, and the unmistakable spark that was uniquely her own.

Sharon was born on May 2nd, 1939 and passed away on March 20th, 2026 at the age of 86

03/13/2026

Robert “Andy” Lear, 61, passed away on Thursday March 12, 2026 at his residence.
He was born February 9, 1965 in DeKalb, IL to the late Robert Wayne Lear and Charlotte Stewart Lear. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lou Gunby; son in law, Daniel Palmer; and his mother in law, Carolyn Parker.
Andy worked as a concrete foreman for the City of Madisonville. He was also a member of the Natural Disaster Relief Committee and assisted in helping others after the Western Kentucky Tornado in 2005. He was an avid motorcycle rider and loved his purple Harley. In addition to his motorcycles, he was an avid woodworker, often times building furniture for his home with this passion. Andy also loved to sing and play music with bass being his favorite, and he played bass guitar for the Silver Rain Band for a time. Above all of his passions, he loved his family and especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Lear of Madisonville; his three daughters, Carolyn Palmer of Henderson, KY, Andrea Lear of Madisonville, and Brittany Lear of Owensboro, KY; his brother, Scott Wesley of Madisonville; his brother in law, John Gunby of Madisonville; six grandchildren, Destiny (Seth) Lewis of Fort Drum, NY, Hayden Lear and Serenity Lear, both of Henderson, and Caihlen Lear, Zoiee Lear, and Elizabeth “Madea” Lear, all of Madisonville; two great-grandchildren, Imogene Lewis and Ambrose Lewis; his special kids, Vivian Lear and Sophia Lear; his special grands, Fluffy, Sasha, and several others; and his several nieces and nephews.
A Graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday March 17, 2026 at West Lawn Cemetery in Hanson, KY with DeWayne “Peewee” Austin officiating. Burial will follow.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. at the funeral home in Madisonville before heading to the cemetery in Hanson.

Robert was born on February 9th, 1965 and passed away on March 12th, 2026 at the age of 61

03/10/2026

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Edgar was born on September 22nd, 1933 and passed away on March 9th, 2026 at the age of 92

03/09/2026

Jerry Wayne Bowles of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home on March 3, 2026, at the age of 78.
Jerry was born on September 3, 1947, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to the late William Hannon Bowles and Lena Marie Bowles. He grew up in Bluefield, Virginia and graduated from Graham High School.
Jerry spent much of his professional life in the mining supply industry throughout the tri-state area, serving as General Manager of Special Mine Services in Greenville, Kentucky, where he remained until retirement at age 70.
He is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Dawn Bowles of Daniels, West Virginia, and his son, William Wayne Bowles of Los Angeles, California; five grandchildren, Steven Alexander Saunders, Grace Campbell Faugl, Kathryn Mikael Ferguson, Kenzo Knight Bowles, and Julien Jintaro Bowles; one great grandchild Hannon Haze Faugl; and his longtime partner, Deborah Sanders of Melbourne, Florida.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his older sister, Shirley Iverine Yates.
Jerry will be remembered by family and friends for his charming nature and natural gift of conversation. He loved the mountains of Appalachia, good stories shared among friends, and sipping bourbon while singing along to live music late into the night. He also enjoyed quieter moments to himself, fishing or taking long drives.
A celebration of Jerry’s life will be held along the waters on East River Mountain in Virginia in mid-May. Details are available upon request. Instead of flowers or donations, the family asks that you to honor Jerry by doing one of the following in the days ahead:
- Drive to the top of the nearest mountain just to look around
- Take a walk through your local park and speak to every passerby
- Make a stranger feel welcome and at ease
- Tell that same stranger all about your children
- Adopt a sheltered dog or feed a neighborhood stray cat
- Keep a fishing pole in your car and cast a line on the way home — even if only for fifteen minutes
- Watch the ‘Cats play ball, swear you’ll never watch them again, and then watch them again
- Call an old friend you haven’t spoken to in far too long
- Tell a story you haven’t told in many years
- Indulge in a few foods you probably shouldn’t eat
- Bring home leftovers so your dog can enjoy them too
- Host friends for an evening of drinks — but only if they bring instruments
- Shout out the next song just as things seem to be winding down
- Visit your parents often and tell them you love them — they are the best friends you will ever have
- Call your children or grandchildren, and never be the first one to hang up
- Make plans to see them all again.

Jerry was born on September 3rd, 1947 and passed away on March 3rd, 2026 at the age of 78

03/04/2026

Loretta Siria, 89, of Madisonville, KY passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at her residence in Madisonville, KY.
She was born November 12, 1936, in Hopkins County, KY to the late William Edward Collins and Francis Marie C***s Collins. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her brother and sisters.
Loretta was a member of First Christian Church in Madisonville for over 50 years. She had previously worked at Madisonville Hospital and was also a coal miner for 12 years after nursing.
She is survived by her sons, Kent Siria and Shawn Siria; and grandchildren, Tara Dant and Tammy Omer.
Graveside services will be 12:00 P.M. Friday, March 6, 2026, at Odd Fellows Cemetery with Mary Zimmer officiating. Burial will follow in the cemetery.

Loretta was born on November 12th, 1936 and passed away on March 4th, 2026 at the age of 89

03/03/2026

Thomas Owen Morgan passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 80. Tom was born in Hopkinsville, KY on March 28, 1945, to Edward Owen Morgan and Lila Wyatt Morgan. He graduated from Murray State University where he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity and afterward began his career in banking at the original Planters Bank and Trust in Hopkinsville, KY. Tom moved to Madisonville, KY in 1974 and worked at First Federal Savings and Loan. In 2024 he finally retired after a nearly 60-year banking career from First United Bank and Trust as Senior Vice President.
Tom loved living in Madisonville and made a positive impact on the lives of many through his career, leadership, and community service. He was a 48-year member and past president of the Madisonville Lions Club, a group that was a family to him. Tom enthusiastically worked on fundraisers including Pancake Day and the annual golf tournament and always volunteered when the Lions rang the bell for the Salvation Army at Christmas. He served on the Chamber of Commerce and was the Chairman of the Executive Board in 1991. Tom also served on the Madisonville City Council for 3 years and was a member of the Hopkins County Homebuilders Association. He loved watching Madisonville Miners wooden bat baseball during the summer and hosted a visiting player 4 different seasons. Tom always led with kindness and generosity; he donated hundreds of pints of blood at the Red Cross, volunteered at Habitat for Humanity and Breaking Bread foodbank, and served his church helping with communion and counting the offering. Tom was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church, first in Hopkinsville and then in Madisonville, where he found community and purpose.
He is survived by his two daughters, Dr. Carrie Morgan (Nicholas) Henderson of New Orleans, LA and Brooke Morgan (Troy) Anderson of Louisville, KY as well as three grandchildren Thomas “Clark” Henderson, Mallory Quinn Anderson, and Jack Owen Anderson.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at 12:00 P.M. Thursday, March 5th, 2026 at First Christian Church with Rev. Kara Foster officiating.
Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until service time Thursday at First Christian Church, Madisonville.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you give in his memory to causes that dad always championed by donating blood to the American Red Cross, taking food to Breaking Bread, or submitting monetary donations to First Christian Church of Madisonville.

Thomas was born on March 28th, 1945 and passed away on February 28th, 2026 at the age of 80

03/02/2026

Reginald Owen “R.O.” Cabbage, age 85, of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away at his home on February 28, 2026.
R.O. was born on August 5, 1940, in Buttonsberry, Kentucky, to the late Thurman Alexander “Stony” Cabbage and Sarah Evalyne Cabbage. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Curtis Cabbage; his sister, Ruth Ann Hoagland; and his son, Reginald “Rusty” Owen Cabbage Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Teresa Cabbage; his daughter, Kimberly Marks of Sacramento; his stepson, Jayson (Tina) Jessup of Madisonville; and his stepdaughter, Michelle (Jeff) Lineberry of Lexington.
Additional survivors include his brother, Shirley (Diane) Cabbage of Island; and his sisters, Helen (Wally) Wigginton of Hartford and Eva Cook of Livermore. R.O. is also survived by his grandchildren: Jacquelyn Ball, Heather (Taylor) Peters, Sonnie (Anthony) Smith, Lindsey (Sara) Jessup, Sloane (Blake) Patterson; Rainee Jessup, Autumn Jessup, Conner Lineberry, Caleb Lineberry; Cori (Kyle) Shaw; Shelby (Williams) Calhoun; and Anthony and Lindle Chambers. His great-grandchildren include Logan and Destinee Ball; Andre Reed; Aiden and Addison Peters; Rylan Smith; Lauren and Rhett Jessup; Dani Corn; Ryder Lee; Dawson Shaw; Isabella, Addelyn, and Mallory Calhoun; Katalina Chambers; Avalyn Rodgers; and Lextyn Strunk. He is also survived by his great-great-granddaughter, Arkaiah Alexander, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
R.O. served one tour of duty in the United States Army. He retired from AT&T in 1996 after many years of dedicated service. He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and belonged to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the American Legion, and the Loyal Order of Moose.
An avid golfer, R.O. enjoyed time spent on the course and valued the friendships formed there. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his steady presence and devotion to those he loved.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday March 5, 2026, at Christ the King Catholic Church with Father Steve Hohman officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00 P.M. at Sacramento Presbyterian Cemetery in Sacramento, KY.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday March 4, 2026, with prayer services at 6:30 P.M., and from 9:00 A.M. until the service time Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Madisonville or Christ the King Catholic School in Madisonville.

Reginald was born on August 5th, 1940 and passed away on February 28th, 2026 at the age of 85

02/28/2026

Larry Gene Oglesby, 78, of Madisonville, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.
He was born August 11, 1947 in Madisonville to the late James C. Oglesby and Gertrude Kirkwood Oglesby. He was also preceded in death by his brother, James C. Oglesby, Jr.
Larry worked as the CFO at Hudson and Watermark. He was also involved in and was a founding member of the Citizen’s Police Academy. Larry was also a member of the Parkinson’s Group at the YMCA.
He is survived by his wife, Melinda Barber Oglesby; daughter, Lyndsay (Parvin) Phillips of Owensboro and her children, Hannah Livingston and Emma Livingston; son, Jesse Oglesby of Nebo; daughter, Megan (James) Crumley of Marietta, GA and her children, Scarlett, Nevan, and Teagan Crumley; son, Christopher Noah of Madisonville; and sister, Cecilia Bane of Madisonville.
Memorial services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home with Pastor Kris Goodman officiating. Burial will take place at Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. until service time Wednesday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation at www.parkinson.org or the Citizen’s Police Academy at 99 E Center St. Madisonville KY, 42431.

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Larry was born on August 11th, 1947 and passed away on February 27th, 2026 at the age of 78

02/24/2026

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Kim Yvette Murphy, 64 years young, of Henderson, KY, formerly of Madisonville, KY, ran joyfully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at her home.
Born on July 6, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Robert Derington and the late Marilyn Egbert Derington. In addition to her parents, she was also greeted in Heaven by her son, Timothy Murphy.
Kim loved music, with much of her time spent singing, playing the piano, trumpet, and participating in and watching theatre. She also enjoyed reading, drawing, cross-stitch and needlepoint, travel, and the great outdoors. She is remembered for her love of photography and her relationship with her cats. While these hobbies took up much of her time, she will forever be seen as the compassionate woman that she was, never leaving a friend in need. She was an active member of PEO and of AA, where her encouragement and love will not be forgotten.
She is remembered by the family she leaves behind, such as her loving daughter and best friend, Alexis “Lexie” (Spenser) Murphy-Davis; her sister, Trudie Derington Shrewsberry; Her nephew, Joshua (Amanda) Derington; and her niece, Victory Shrewsberry.
Memorial Services will be held at a later date.
Barnett Strother Funeral Home has been entrusted by the family with the arrangements

Kim was born on July 6th, 1962 and passed away on February 19th, 2026 at the age of 63

02/23/2026

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Melvin (KBM) Samuel Atkins, 74, of Madisonville, passed away on February 20, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess Hospital in Madisonville, KY.
Melvin was proceeded in death by Parents, Melvin Roy Atkins and Zelma Pearl Bittick Atkins; one son, Jerry Lee Williams; one brother, Danny Gail Lear; Three sisters, Annabelle Atkins, Nancy Ann Leer Dulin and Victoria Corrine Atkins Campbell and one grandson, Branddon Keith Atkins.

He is survived by his loving wife, Regina Gibson Atkins; one daughter Regina Williams Stone; Four sons, Melvin Keith (Robin) Atkins, Sammy Allen (Trena) Atkins, Derrick Wayne Atkins, and Jason Williams; Two sisters, Carol Francette (Leer) Avis, and Debi Joann Mower, and one brother, Arthur Leroy Atkins. He also had several nieces and nephews, several grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Special thanks to his caregivers, Shawn and Elaine Vanlue.

Melvin had a passion for karaoke, where he never turned down an opportunity to show off his knowledge of music. He loved to watch wrestling, dance, camp, and loved his time spent at the casino. While he loved his dogs, Precious, JJ, Chloe and Wiggles, it paled in comparison for the love he had for being a Papa. He spent his working years being a coalminer.

Melvin will be remembered for his love of family, his dedication to his work, and his larger-than-life personality. He leaves behind many memories that will be cherished by all who know and loved him.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home, Providence Chapel, with Bro. Robert Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Green Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until service time on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Jason Williams, Carl Ray Jameson, Donnie Avis, Donald Leer, Russell Clayton, Shawn Vanlue, Grayson Williams, Andrea Mitchell, and Regina Williams Stone.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The MS Association.

Melvin was born on January 1st, 1952 and passed away on February 20th, 2026 at the age of 74

02/19/2026

Charles “Chuck” Edward Reed, 75, of Madisonville, KY, passed on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh, IN.
He was born on October 30, 1950, in Akron, OH to the late Kermit E. “Kert” Reed and Patricia “Pat” Reed.
Chuck operated Kerco, where he “started in 1958 at the age of eight.” He was a member of Covenant Community Church in Madisonville. Chuck had a love for traveling, good food, and especially sailing. He loved being around his boys and their families. Chuck had a sincere joy for making people smile.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sydney Reed; his sons, Brandon (Meaghan) Reed and their children, Addison and Will of Bowling Green, KY; Kelly (Christine) Gilliam and their children, Thomas, Everett, and Aaron of Louisville, KY; Kert (Natalie) Reed and their children, Asher and Karter of Madisonville; and Justin (Kristi) Reed and their children, Caroline and Cole of St. Augustine, FL.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Covenant Community Church in Madisonville with Dr. Michael Knight officiating.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until the service time Saturday at the church.
Barnett-Strother Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Charles passed away on February 18th, 2026

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