Obituaries
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Larry Eugene Adkisson, Sr.
Dec 17, 1934 - Jul 3, 2026
Larry Eugene Adkisson, Sr., 91, of St. Joseph, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Friday, July 3, 2026 at Cedarhurst Senior Living. He was born in Delaware, Kentucky to the late James Louis and Mary Lee Adkisson.Larry married the love of his life, Peggy Nan (Glenn) Adkisson, on October 30, 1952…
Gabe Layman
Jul 16, 1940 - Jul 2, 2026
Gabe Layman, of Owensboro, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2026, under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. He was born July 16, 1940, in Daviess County, to the late James and Marian Keelin Layman. Gabe married Barbara Proctor, and she survives. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War,…
Irene Faye Brumley
Oct 28, 1940 - Jul 2, 2026
Irene Faye Brumley, 85, of Owensboro, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2026 at her home. She lived a life defined by faith, compassion, generosity, and an unwavering love for others. As the oldest daughter of nine children, caring for others became second nature from an early age. She lovingly helped raise her younger brothers and…
Linda Yager
Aug 27, 1948 - Jul 2, 2026
Linda E. Yager of Owensboro passed away on Thursday July 2, 2026, under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Owensboro. The Daviess County native was born on August 27, 1948, to the late Billy G. and Louise Fowler Embry. Linda graduated from Owensboro High School and worked at the Owensboro Credit Bureau for…
Rachel Jean Hardy
Oct 9, 1980 - Jul 1, 2026
Rachel Jean Hardy, of Owensboro, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 1, 2026, under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. She was born October 9, 1980, in Owensboro, to Scott and Tina Hardesty Hardy. Rachel was a graduate of Owensboro High School. She grew up as the oldest of 4 children, keeping…
Margaret Ann Pendleton Head
- Jun 30, 2026
Margaret Ann Pendleton Head, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2026Beloved mother of Gene (Robbie) and Darien (Barbara); devoted grandmother of Daniel (Kaitlyn) and Annie; dear great-grandmother of Alannah, Nolah, and Brayden.Ann was born in Owensboro, Kentucky. Graduated from DCHS in 1958. She loved her horses, gardening, attending church, and was a member…
Wayne Emanuel Purcell
Apr 12, 1948 - Jun 30, 2026
Wayne E. Purcell, 78, of Owensboro passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. The Daviess County native was born April 12, 1948, to the late William Purcell and Dorothy Hamilton Purcell. Wayne attended Daviess County High School where he participated in various sports including football, basketball, and the diving team. He…
Joyce F. Banks
Mar 7, 1939 - Jun 29, 2026
Joyce F. Banks, 87, of Lewisport, Kentucky passed away Monday, June 29, 2026 under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. She was born in Albany, Oregon to the late Charles H. and Berniece Farwell Freitag.Mrs. Banks was a dedicated military wife and mother, providing care and warmth as the family made…
Phillip Dale Rusher
Jun 2, 1953 - Jun 29, 2026
Phillip Dale Rusher, 73, of Owensboro, Kentucky, went to his heavenly home on June 29, 2026, while surrounded by his family. Born on June 2, 1953, to Phillip and Bess Rusher, Phil grew up as a member of Third Baptist Church and graduated from Daviess County High School in 1971. Phil attended Western Kentucky University,…
Bobby Allen Ellis
Mar 26, 1934 - Jun 28, 2026
Bobby Allen Ellis, 92, of Owensboro, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026 while under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. He was born March 26, 1934 in Daviess County to the late Albert and Iva Ellis. Bobby was retired from selling mowing equipment with the Yazoo Company at 62 years…
