All Obituaries

Ellen McDaniel Embry, 89, of Hawesville, passed away on September 19, 2019 at her home.  She was born on February 13, 1930 in Hancock County to the late Pearl Amos and Pearl Mae McDaniel.  She was a member of New Life Baptist Church. Ellen is survived by her husband Collins Embry; her sons James (Lois) Perry, Sherman (Karen) Perry and William (Priscilla) Perry; her daughters Beverly (George) Aldridge and Brenda (Kenny) Obenchain; her stepsons Ronnie Craddock, Gary Craddock, Greg...

Brian Keith Morris, 61, of Danville, KY, entered his external home and won his battle against cancer on September 11, 2019.  He fought bravely without faltering, leaving a legacy of strength and determination for those whom he loved.  Keith was blessed on this earth with two sets of parents, whom he loved deeply, Peggy Williams of Hawesville and the late Ralph Morris also Cletus and Opal Morris.  Keith adored his grandkids and he treasured spending time with them.  Many...

David R. Lyons, Jr., 57, of Lewisport, passed away on September 6, 2019 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.  He was born on May 4, 1962 to David and Mary Ellen Lyons in Tell City, IN.  David was a certified Welder, earning his certificate from Ivy Tech and was also a mechanic.  He was an avid NASCAR fan, loved Harley Davidson’s and fishing.  David was preceded in death by his father David Lyons, Sr., sisters, Ellen Kay, Cindy and Melinda. Survivors include his...

Spencer O. Adkins, 62, of Lewisport, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.  He was born in Owensboro, KY on December 29, 1956 to the late JD and Barbara Adkins.  He was a member of Yelvington Baptist Church and was a truck driver.  He was preceded in death by his brothers, Johnny Adkins and Mitchell Adkins. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Susan Bartlett Adkins; children, Kim (Rusty) Adkins Payne and Jeremy (Elizabeth)...

Glenn “Dexter” Marsch, 75, of Hawesville, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at the Heartford House in Owensboro after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born on February 14, 1944 in Hancock County to the late George D. and Georgia Pearl Holland Marsch.  Dexter married Lula M. Neff on June 25, 1966 at St. Mary of the Woods in McQuady, KY.  He was a member of St. Columba Catholic Church and retired as a maintenance mechanic at Domtar after 40 years of...

Alan Robert Ditch, 49, of Lewisport, KY, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2019 in Hanover Township, PA.  He was born in Buffalo, NY on July 14, 1970 to Larry and Sandra Ditch.  Alan graduated from William Blount High School in Blount County, Tennessee.  He attended Guitar Institute of Technology in Los Angeles, CA and Full Sail Sound Engineering School in Winter Park, FL.  Alan was a Monitor Engineer and Production Manager for John Berry, Monitor Engineer and...

Michael (“Mike”) Duff Lee, age 71, of Hawesville, Kentucky, passed away on August 29, 2019. Mike was born on March 24, 1948, in Burkesville, Kentucky to Ruby and Homer Lee. Mike served in the United State Navy from 1966-1970 as an engineman primarily aboard ships in the Mediterranean and achieved the rank of 3rd class petty officer. Later, Mike attended Western Kentucky University and served as Recruiting Chairman of the Veteran’s on Campus Club. Mike increased membership...

Wilma L. Raley, 62, of Lewisport, went to meet her Lord & Savior on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at the Heartford House.  She was born in Breckinridge County, KY on October 26, 1956 to the late Evert and Lethia Ford Smith.  Wilma was a Medical Tech. and a member of Easton Community Church.  She enjoyed church, camping and fishing.  Wilma was preceded in death by her daughter, Jenny Rebecca Keown; husband, Truman Keown and her parents. Wilma will be waiting in Heaven for...

Nellie F. Cartwright Smith, 80, of Derby, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at her home.  She was born in Hawesville on April 7, 1939 to the late Claude and Audrey Nix Cartwright.  Nellie was a homemaker and of the Catholic Faith.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, the outdoors and her flowers.  Nellie was preceded in death by a grandson, Nicholas Nix; siblings, Sadie Shrader, Billy, Claudie, Roger and Mickey Cartwright. Survivors include her husband of 33...

Robert William “Bobby” Wroe, 65 of Tell City, IN died suddenly Saturday morning, August 17 2019, at Perry County Memorial Hospital.  Bobby was born on January 16, 1954 in Owensboro, KY to the late Merriman and Juanita Lamar Wroe.  He was a member of Hawesville Baptist Church and had worked at Wroe Pallet.  He enjoyed camping, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include two daughters Jennifer (Isaac) Roedel of Santa Claus, IN and Robbin Cronin of...