Obituaries
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Howard S. Luttrell Jr.
Apr 10, 1947 - Jan 21, 2026
Howard Luttrell Jr. 78, of Owensboro, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the Heartford House while under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. He was born on April 10, 1947, in Daviess County to the late Howard Sr. and Jacqueline Smith Luttrell.Howard was an accomplished trumpet player, earning himself…
Thomas Doyle Englert
Dec 29, 1933 - Jan 20, 2026
Thomas Doyle Englert, 92, of Owensboro, died January 20th, 2026. Tom was born on December 29th, 1933, in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the late Hilary Joseph and Caroline Elenora “Carrie” (Hayden) Englert.Tom graduated from St. Frances Academy in 1951. A veteran of the Korean War, he served four years in the United States Air Force. Upon…
Stan Crusenberry
Feb 8, 1937 - Jan 19, 2026
Stan Crusenberry, 88, of Owensboro, Kentucky, formerly of Brandenburg, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Heartford House under the compassionate care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. He was born on February 8, 1937, in St. Charles, Virginia, to the late Clyde and Aline Fleenor Crusenberry. Stan was…
Shaelyn Brooke Chappell
May 15, 2001 - Jan 19, 2026
Shaelyn Brooke Chappell, 24, of Utica, Kentucky whose fierce and spunky spirit left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew her; passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and strength.Shaelyn was truly one of a kind. She had a bold personality, a sharp sense of humor, and a laugh that could light up…
David W. Patton, Sr.
Jul 18, 1948 - Jan 19, 2026
David W. Patton, Sr., 77, of Utica, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Heartford House while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born July 18, 1948, in Daviess County, KY, to the late Henry and Mary Payne Patton. David spent 47 years working for Clark’s Restaurant Service, retiring after…
Randy Scott Rickard
Aug 21, 1957 - Jan 18, 2026
Randy Scott Rickard, 68, of Utica, went to be with the Lord on January 18, 2026. He was born in Owensboro on August 21, 1957, to the late Myron and Norma Scott Rickard.Randy was a graduate of Daviess County High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army following graduation. After his…
Henry M. Morgan
Mar 5, 1932 - Jan 18, 2026
Henry M. Morgan, 93, of Utica, passed away Sunday, January 18, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 5, 1932, to the late Gus and Christine Morgan.Henry proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, embodying the values of honor and commitment…
Joseph Edward Tichenor
Oct 2, 1939 - Jan 16, 2026
Joseph Edward Tichenor, 86, of Owensboro passed away January 16, 2026, in the precious care of Hospice at the Heartford House. He was born to the late Joseph Edward and Mary Ethel Tichenor. An avid reader and lover of the most intellectual books, almost everywhere he went, Ed often shared newfound anecdotes and memorable historical…
Edward E. "Gene" Wink
Aug 15, 1938 - Jan 16, 2026
Edward E. “Gene” Wink, Jr., 87, of Utica,Kentucky passed away Friday, January 16, 2026. One of thirteen children, he was born in Sorgho, Kentucky to the late Edward and Susan Greenwell Wink.Gene was a lifelong farmer and past-president of the local chapter of the National Farmers Organization. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic…
Betty Jean Chappell Toler
Nov 28, 1931 - Jan 16, 2026
Betty Jean Chappell Toler, 94, of Owensboro, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Heartford House while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. She was born November 28, 1931, in Daviess County, to the late Roscoe W. and Eloise S. Nuckols Chappell. She was married to Walter DeHaven Toler for 72 blessed…
