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Gordon Whitehouse
Feb 5, 1925 - Jun 24, 2016
Gordon Whitehouse, 91, of Philpot, Kentucky, went home to join our Lord, Friday June 24th, 2016. He was born in Narrows, Kentucky on February 5, 1925 to Joel T. Whitehouse and Eva (Gentry) Whitehouse. As the fifth and youngest child, he came into a family of Christian love. In 1946, after his military service during…
James Ray "Jimmy" Jones
Oct 3, 1978 - Jun 24, 2016
James Ray "Jimmy" Jones, 37, of Owensboro passed away June 24, 2016 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born October 3, 1978 in Owensboro to Donald R. and Jane (Bolton) Jones. He worked various jobs through several staffing agencies. Jimmy enjoyed motorcycles, especially Harley-Davidson.Survivors include his wife of nine years, Tammy Jones of Bowling…
Xander Mayes
Jun 25, 2015 - Jun 24, 2016
Xander Aaron Mayes, of Owensboro, went home to be with his heavenly Father on June 24, 2016, one day before his first birthday. He was born in Owensboro and brought happiness to the lives of many. He was fun loving and loved to flirt with the ladies! Xander loved his "Johnny Jump Up" swing and…
Terry Wayne Mayfield
Sep 2, 1960 - Jun 23, 2016
Terry W Mayfield, 55, of Owensboro passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Mr. Mayfield was born September 2, 1960 in Daviess County to the late James Mayfield and Maxine Huff Mayfield. Terry graduated from OHS in 1978 and worked at AK Steel for the last 17 years while being active…
Frances Roby Ballard
Mar 23, 1929 - Jun 23, 2016
Frances Roby Ballard, 87, of Knottsville died Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Carmel Home. Mrs. Ballard was born March 23, 1929 in Daviess County to the late Hobert and Bernadette Speaks Roby. She was a devoted mother and housewife who loved cooking, sewing, fishing, playing cards, talking on the phone and going out to…
Virginia Lois Cooper
Jun 24, 1937 - Jun 20, 2016
Virginia Lois Cooper, 78, of Owensboro, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2016 at her home. She was born June 24, 1937 in Daviess Co. to the late Robert Bluford and Dona Alice Jenkins Moore. Virginia was a member of Southside Fellowship Church, was retired from Fields Packing Co. after 27 years, and was a…
Mary Emma Lovell Alsup
Aug 10, 1926 - Jun 20, 2016
Mary Emma Lovell Alsup, 89, of Heartland Villa in Lewisport, earned her angel wings, Monday, June 20, 2016 at Heartland Villa. She was born August 10, 1926 in Drakesboro to the late William and Caroline Blythe Lovell. She was of the Christian faith and had worked in food service at Gabe's Restaurant. She loved the…
Judith Ann Coleman
Dec 8, 1947 - Jun 20, 2016
Judith Ann Coleman, 68, of Owensboro, passed away June 20, 2016 at home. Born December 8, 1947 to the late Otis Coomes and Clara Melton, Judith was outgoing, spontaneous, funny, and enjoyed puzzles and sewing. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Judith is preceded in death by her sister, Patty Coomes,…
Helen Louise Harnist
Dec 22, 1932 - Jun 19, 2016
Helen Harnist, 83, of Monticello, Florida died Sunday, June 19, 2016 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Mrs. Harnist was born December 22, 1932 in Waterbury, CT to the late Leslie and Vida Williams Harnist. She was a retired nurse. Mrs. Harnist was preceded in death by her husband, David L. Harnist in 2001. Survivors include…
Loyce "Becky" "Granny" Whitmer
Nov 17, 1944 - Jun 18, 2016
Loyce "Becky "Granny" Ralph Whitmer, 71, of Owensboro went to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the Owensboro Center. Born in Evansville on November 17, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Freeman and Vada Miller Ralph; was a cook at several restaurants before retiring in 1998; and was of the…
