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Hilton B. Richeson
Feb 1, 1939 - Jan 29, 2021
Hilton B. Richeson, 81, of Owensboro, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 at his home. He was born February 1, 1939 in Ohio County to the late John and Erlie Mae Bartlett Richeson. Hilton was retired as Service Manager at the former Harry Holder Ford dealership. He enjoyed car racing, horse racing, spending time…
Nancy Howard
Jun 18, 1924 - Jan 29, 2021
Nancy Howard, 97, of Owensboro, passed away January 29, 2021 at Wellington Parc. She was born June 18, 1924 in Whitesville to the late Rollie and Nancy Amy Norris. Nancy attended Whiteville High School and then was a clerk at the University of Louisville. She married Dr. George A. Howard, who preceded her in death…
Barbara Sherrod Hunt
Jun 20, 1932 - Jan 29, 2021
Barbara Sherrod Hunt, 88, of Owensboro, passed away January 29, 2021, at Wellington Parc. She was born June 20, 1932, in Muhlenberg County to the late Archie and Allie Sherrod. Barbara moved to Owensboro after growing up and living in Muhlenberg County for 20 years. She began working at General Electric at age 20 and…
Jacinta C. Garinger
Aug 15, 1929 - Jan 29, 2021
Jacinta C. Garinger, 91, of Owensboro, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at the Carmel Home. She was born August 15, 1929, in McLean County, to the late Roger Tolbert and Mary Leachman Tichenor. Jacinta attended Mount Saint Joseph Academy where she took her vows as an Ursuline nun. She taught at various Catholic Schools…
Frank R. Cox, Jr.
Feb 19, 1918 - Jan 28, 2021
Frank R. Cox, Jr., 102, of Owensboro, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021, while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born February 19, 1918 in Hopkins Co. to the late Frank R. and Cordelia Townsend Cox. Frank was the son-in-law of the late Roy and Stella Newton. He was a…
William W. "Bill" Damron V
Sep 15, 1943 - Jan 27, 2021
William Wallace "Bill" Damron V, 77 of Owensboro, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 27, 2021 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born September 15, 1943 in Owensboro to the late William Wallace Damron IV and Rita savage Damron. Bill graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor's of Science…
Ebbert "Ebb" Freeman Peacock
Feb 16, 1929 - Jan 26, 2021
Ebbert "Ebb" Freeman Peacock, 91, of Owensboro, passed away peacefully January 26, 2021, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born February 16, 1929, in Owensboro, to the late Rudolph and Lena Stewart Peacock. Ebb was also preceded in death by his siblings, Daphnea, Faye, Chuck, Rudy, and Bobby.He was a member of Breckinridge Street…
Corine Pearl
Aug 12, 1926 - Jan 26, 2021
Corine Pearl, 94, of Owensboro, passed away January 26, 2021, at Hillcrest Nursing Home. She was born August 12, 1926 in Knottsville, KY, to the late Paul and Mabel Payne. Corine was a devoted Catholic and a founding member of Blessed Mother Catholic Church. She was the head dietician for Blessed Mother School and served…
Michael Wayne Powers
Aug 3, 1953 - Jan 25, 2021
Michael Wayne Powers, 67, of Owensboro, passed away January 25, 2021 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born in Owensboro on August 3, 1953 to the late Fred and Mary Ella Payne Powers. Michael was a U.K. fan who loved watching basketball, baseball and playing cards. He enjoyed spending time with his family and…
Janet Carol Hamilton
Apr 16, 1946 - Jan 25, 2021
Janet Carol Hamilton, 74, of Owensboro, passed away January 25, 2021. She was born April 16, 1946, in Owensboro, to the late Irvin and Mary Evelyn Goetz. Janet enjoyed crafting and garage selling. Most of all, Janet loved her family.She was preceded in death by her son, William Eric Hamilton; her sisters, Judy Simmons and…
