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Ruby Jean Neel Ford
Mar 1, 1924 - Oct 12, 2025
Ruby Jean Neel Ford, 101, of Owensboro, passed away peacefully at her home on October 12, 2025. She was born March 1, 1924, in West Point, Kentucky, the eldest of three children of the late Harry Hoover Neel and Hilda Duncan Neel.Jean was a proud graduate of Owensboro High School. After graduation, while working at J.C.…
Earle Granville Adams
Sep 4, 1937 - Oct 4, 2025
Earle G. Adams, 88, of Owensboro, passed away Saturday, October 4th at Cedarhurst Assisted Living in Owensboro, Kentucky. He was born September 4th, 1937, in Owensboro, Kentucky to the late Earle W. and Eddie Mae Adams.After graduating in 1955 from Owensboro High School, he joined the Air Force and while stationed in France, he met…
Rowan Stanley Adkins
Mar 12, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
Rowan Stanley Adkins, the happiest boy, was born on March 12, 2025, in Owensboro. He brought immense joy to his family and loved ones during his brief time on this earth, shining his light until his passing on October 24, 2025, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.Rowan's joyful spirit was evident from a tender age. He…
Charles "Chuck" Keown, Jr.
Feb 3, 1932 - Oct 23, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Keown, 93, of Owensboro, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday October 23, 2025. The Reynolds Station native was born February 3, 1932, to the late Charles Keown and Lucy Butler Keown. Chuck lived a life defined by dedication, service, and love of family. He proudly served his country for 22 years in…
Princeton Allen Lanham
Oct 26, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Princeton Allen Lanham, beloved son and cherished brother, gained his angel wings on October 26, 2025, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. From the very beginning, Princeton was enveloped in warmth, surrounded by adoring parents and his big brothers who already held an unwavering affection for him. Princeton’s time with us may have been limited, but…
Patrick Medley Morton
Mar 17, 1952 - Oct 12, 2025
Patrick Medley Morton, 73, passed away on Sunday, October 12, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born March 17, 1952, to the late Claude Porter and Theresa Medley Morton. Patrick graduated from Owensboro High School in 1971 and was a lifetime member of St. Stephen's Cathedral.Patrick's career journey began in life insurance before he…
Dennis Richard Sollman
Apr 19, 1952 - Oct 23, 2025
Dennis Sollman, 73, of Owensboro passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital with family members by his side. The Ft. Branch, Indiana native, was born April 19, 1952, to the late Edwin and Ina May Sollman. Dennis graduated from Ft. Branch High School in 1970 where he played basketball for the “Mighty…
James Rueben Sparks
Sep 19, 1939 - Oct 28, 2025
James Rueben Sparks, 86, of Owensboro, passed away on Tuesday October 28, 2025 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born September 19, 1939 in Daviess County to the late James and Myrtle Mount Sparks. James was the manager of Tylers Truck Stop Restaurant in Reo, Indiana for many years. He was a U. S.…
Verda Louise Riley
Oct 2, 1958 - Oct 26, 2025
Verda Louise Riley, 67, of Owensboro, passed away on Sunday October 26, 2025, at Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation. She was born October 2, 1958, in Daviess County, to the late Robert Riley Sr. and Anita Louise Vincent Riley. Verda was a longtime resident of River Valley, where many of the staff there became her close…
Delois "Dodie" Hagan Wellman
Dec 14, 1926 - Oct 24, 2025
Delois “Dodie”Hagan Wellman, 98, of Owensboro passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 at the home of her son, while under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. She was born in Spencer County, Indiana to Alfred and Lela Hagan. Mrs. Wellman was a graduate of Rockport High School.She married her late husband…
