All Obituaries

Eugene “Gene” Burlingame, 71, of Hartford, KY, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2018 at U of L Hospital.  He was born in Nebraska on March 10, 1947 to the late Gibb and Marcella Ferguson Burlingame.  Gene was member of Mt. Eden Baptist Church retired from Big Rivers and Western Kentucky Electric.  He loved his fur babies, dove hunting, UK sports and NASCAR.  He was preceded in death by a step daughter, Tula Estes. Survivors include his wife of 20 years,...

Worden Wells Thompson, 80, of Lewisport passed away on November 6, 2018 at his home in Lewisport.  Worden was born on March 5, 1938 in Spice Knob to the late Dorsey Thompson, Sr and Rachel Wells Thompson.  He was preceded in death by a brother Dorsey Thompson, Jr and grandson Andrew Worden Thompson.  He was a life long farmer in Hancock County and had also worked at the Southern States Farm Store in Hawesville.  He had been a member of Hancock County Farm Bureau and was...

James T. “Tommy” White, 84, of Lewisport, passed away on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at Heartland Villa surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Hawesville on June 12, 1934 to the late Joseph Matthew and Betty Hendricks White.  Tommy was retired from National Southwire Aluminum.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, working his sawmill, logging, running trot lines, rabbit and coon hunting.  Tommy was preceded in death by his siblings, Henson White,...

Velma Dean Basham Harmon, 78, of Lewisport, gained her Heavenly wings on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born in Maceo, Ky on January 16, 1940 to the late James H. and Mae Logsdon Basham.  Velma was a member of Lewisport Baptist Church and a housewife.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, laughing and talking. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Earl Harmon; a daughter, Brenda (Joe, Jr.) Holland; a son, Steve (Brenda...

Rita Joan Peak, 83, of Hawesville went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 1, 2018 at St Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN.  She was born on July 2, 1935 in Rockhaven, KY to the late Charles and Allie Osbourne Peak.  She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, she worked at a knitting company, enjoyed spending time with her family and her cat Millie.  She was preceded in death by four children Elizabeth Joan Peak, Joyce Jean Bassett, Rose Marie Keith and...

Ada Mae Young Gray, 91, of Hawesville, KY passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 25, 2018. Ada was born on March 12, 1927 to the late Retes and Mary Jane Young. Ada had 7 children, 20 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren, 17 and more great-great-grandchildren on the way, and many step grandchildren. Ada was a member of Patesville Baptist Church for over forty years. Ada liked to spend time with her family, sew, garden, and cook. She was preceded in death by her son,...

Lucy Mae Early, 95, of Owensboro, passed away on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at the Heartford House.  She was born in Daviess County, Ky on May 20, 1923 to the late Chester and Sarah Lancaster Ray.  Lucy was a member of Maceo Baptist Church and was a homemaker.  She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  Lucy was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Early; siblings, Earl Ray, Roy Lee Ray, Autry Ray and Mildred Vincent; a son in law, Mike...

Johnny Ray Deaton, 63, died on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at his home.  He was born in Rome, GA on November 21, 1954 to the late Gordan, Jr. and Willie Davenport Deaton.  Johnny was a retired lineman with Kenergy for 41 years and a member of Bethel Christian Center.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren and enjoyed playing music, guitar, books and movies.  Survivors include his wife, Dottie Sue Chappell Deaton; daughter, Elizabeth (Ben) White; sons, Aaron (Kerry)...

Larry Muffett, 68, passed away on October 14, 2018 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.  He was born in Falls of Rough, KY on May 15, 1950 to the late William and Nadine Davidson Muffett.  Larry was a member of Mt. Eden Baptist Church and was a Truck Driver, logging over 4 million miles during his career.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Muffett earlier this year. Survivors include his daughter, Trish Leven; sons, Mike (Christy) Leven and Paul Pryor;...

Bryant Forrester, Jr., 88 of Owensboro Ky went to join his bride in heaven on Tuesday October 9 2018. He resided for 5 years at Owensboro Center Nursing Home.  Bryant was born on February 11, 1930 in Whitesville Ky to Bryant Senior and Lillie Mae Swope Forrester. Bryant was a veteran of the Korean War. Was a huge fan of UK Wildcats basketball and loved growing his sunflowers, morning glories and tomatoes. Bryant was an Employee of Alcoa for many years and owner and operator of...