Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville Obituaries

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Dane Benjamin Adams - October 01, 1971 - April 24, 2024

Departed: 04/24/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Dane Benjamin Adams, 52, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 1:15 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at his residence.

Private family services will be held at the family farm. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with arrangements.

A native of Hopkinsville, Kentucky he was born on October 1, 1971 the son of the late William C. Adams Jr. and Shirley S. Adams. He was a graduate of Hopkinsville High School and the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science in business.  He worked as an account services representative.

Survivors include his brother: William C. Adams III of Hopkinsville, KY.

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Carolyn Sue Kauffman Harshbarger - July 13, 1938 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: CAROLYN SUE KAUFFMAN HARSHBARGER Carolyn Sue Kauffman Harshbarger, 85, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 3:29 a.m., on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Tristar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 20, 2024 at St. John Methodist Church with Rev. Rob Hoffman officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday at the church. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Lafayette, Indiana she was born on July 13, 1938 the daughter of the late Walter John Kauffman and Goldie Ann Spaulding Kauffman. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Russell Harshbarger.

She was the church secretary at St. John Methodist Church where she had also been an active member since February 11, 1968. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority for 50 years, the St. John Women and the Twilight Homemakers.

Survivors include her daughters: Melinda Sue (Scott) Judd of Hendersonville, TN and Cindy (Bryan) Harshbarger Burden of Paducah, KY; her brother, Jerry (Beverly) Kauffman of Bluffton, SC; her grandchildren, Danielle Joiner, Logan Joiner, Hannah Grace Judd and Zach Judd; her great grandchildren, Kainan Shafer, Zaylee Joiner, Levi Joiner, Braylee Joiner, Eleanor Porter and Caydence Joiner.

Memorials may take the form of donations to St. John Methodist Church, 2808 South Virginia Street, Hopkinsville, Kentucky 42240.

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Jimmy Powell - February 04, 1949 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Jimmy Powell, 75, of Hopkinsville, KY died at 7:53 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at his residence.

Memorial services will be 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Living Hope Baptist Church Eagle Way Campus with Rev. Darrell Crawford officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 2:30 p.m. until the service time. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with the arrangements.

A native of Christian County, KY he was born February 4, 1949 the son of the late William David Powell and Virginia Rachel Jones Powell. He owned and operated Jimmy Powell’s Home Improvement for over 30 plus years. He was a member of Living Hope Baptist Church. He was an avid pool player and fisherman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Rachel Joyce Powell, William Elwood Powell, Patty Powell, Nancy Powell, and Otis Lynn Powell.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years: Ruby Powell; his daughters: Vickie (Ross) Littlepage of Empire, KY and Kimberly (Jeff) Louderback of Louisville, KY; his sister: Diane Trump of Hopkinsville, KY; his granddaughter: Frazia (Brian) Sanders; and his great grandchildren: Seth Sanders, Lilth Sanders, and Vaden Sanders.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Pennyroyal Hospice of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Donnie Delane Kirkman Larue - October 05, 1957 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Hopkinsville)

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Donnie Delane Kirkman Larue, 66 of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 9:53 a.m., Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 12, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville. Burial will follow in Mt. Tabor Cemetery in Todd County, Kentucky. Visitation will be on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Elkton, Kentucky she was born on October 5, 1957 the daughter of the late Lawrence Delmar Kirkman and Barbara Powell (Morris) Blake of Elkton, Kentucky. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Larue and her grandchild, Zi’Laya Hopper.

Survivors in addition to her mother include her daughters: Chasity Stewart and Natalie Hudson both of Hopkinsville, KY; her brothers, Ronnie Kirkman of Hopkinsville, KY, Philip Deason of Christian County, KY, Randall Deason of Hopkinsville, KY and Scott Blake of Elkton, KY; her sisters, Ronda Taylor of Hopkinsville, KY, Angela Blake of Elkton, KY and Melody Lynch of Clarksville, TN; her grandchildren, Jeremiah Hopper, Honesty Hopper, Miracle Hopper and Destiny Washington.

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Kimberly Ann Taylor - September 28, 1957 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Hopkinsville)

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Kimberly Ann Taylor, 66, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at her home in Hopkinsville.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Louisville, Kentucky she was born on September 28, 1957 the daughter of the late Dudley Taylor and Catherine Scanlon. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Moseley.

She was a retired nurse.

Survivors include her son: Joshua Moseley of Bowling Green, Kentucky; her sisters, Dawn Taylor of Boulder, Colorado and Michelle Friars of Vashon, Washington and one grandson, Grayson Moseley.

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Omar Eugene Mathews, Jr. - April 02, 1949 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: OMAR EUGENE MATHEWS, JR.

Omar Eugene Mathews, Jr., 74, of Cadiz, Kentucky died at 1:28 p.m., Sunday, March 3, 2024 at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 8, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville with Rev. Bencie Rasnake officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Hihat, Kentucky he was born on April 2, 1949 the son of the late Omar Eugene Mathews, Sr. and Velma Reynolds Mathews.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy having served in Vietnam.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews.

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Will Carson - July 31, 1930 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: William Edwards Carson, 93, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, formerly of Danville, Virginia died at 5:55 p.m., Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee.

Services will be held March 25, 2024  at 10:30 a.m. at Highland Burial Park in Danville, VA. Dogwood Funerals and Cremations of Hopkinsville, KY will be assisting with arrangements.

A native of Danville, VA he was born on July 31, 1930 the son of the late Joseph Edwin Carson and Elinor Carson. He graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute with a master’s degree in nuclear engineering in 1959 and held a lifelong occupation as a nuclear physicist. He also held memberships in the American Nuclear Society, Sigma Xi, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. He received honor and awards both from Life Fellow and the American Biographical Institute Research Association. He was also a contributor of several technical articles and publications.

His community activities includes being the chairman of the Young Republican Federation of Virginia, the president of the Lynchburg Young Republicans Club, chairman of the Young Republicans 6th Congressional District of Virginia, and the vice chairman of the Lynchburg City Republican Committee. He was a member of the Moseley Memorial United Methodist Church until it closed in 2019.

He was preceded in death by his sons, William Edwards Carson, Jr and Paul Andrew Carson; his brother, Joseph Edwin Carson, Jr, and his sister, Olga Jane Carson Floyd.

Survivors include his son, John Edwin (Diana) Carson of Holiday, FL; his daughter, Kathi Reed of Hopkinsville, KY; his grandchildren: Jeremy (Andrea) Reed, Jennifer Coogle, Jacqueline Reed, James Reed, and Jessica Carson; as well as four great grandchildren.

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Bonnie Lou Stagner Richey - March 07, 1957 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie Lou Stagner Richey, 66, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 4:57 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville. Burial will follow in Green Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the funeral hour at the funeral home. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Hopkinsville, Kentucky she was born on March 7, 1957 the daughter of the late Lacy Stagner and Faith Jones Stagner. She worked as a store clerk and manager for Huck’s Market.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Vernon Richey and one son Kevin Wayne Richey.

Survivors include her daughter: Toni Miller (Dustin) of Fort Oglethorpe,Georgia; brother: Bill (Peggy) Stagner of Madisonville, Kentucky; sisters: Pamela (Galvin) Cavanah of Madisonville, Kentucky; Belinda (Robert) Shearon of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; seven grandchildren and seven Great grandchildren.

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Claire McAleer - May 30, 1940 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Claire McAleer, 83, of Pembroke, Kentucky died at 11:21 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024 at her residence.

No services will be held. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with arrangements.

A native of Homewood, Illinois she was born on May 30, 1940 the daughter of the late Everett Olson and Lila Richardson Olson. In her professional life she was employed as a Social Worker. She married Thomas McAleer and they raised four children.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Thomas McAleer.

Survivors include her son: Ted(Maria Jose’) McAleer of Seville, Spain; daughters: Dawn (Joe) Stealy of Statesboro, Georgia; MaryClaire Mullins of Pembroke, Kentucky; and Kate McAleer of Pembroke, Kentucky; brother: George Olson of Chicago, Illinois; sister MaryEllen Hansburg of Chicago, Illinois; grandchildren; Tara (Jacob) Purcell; Alexander Mullins; Nicole (Ben) Luley; Toni (Josiah) Elswick; Christopher (Naomi) Philbrook; Cory Stealy; and Ryan Stealy; great grandchildren: Riley Purcell; Sawyer Purcell; Avery Purcell; Sophia Mullins; Ayla Lay; Henry Lay; Oliver Luly. Memorial contributions in Claire’s honor are suggested to Max’s Hope Pet Rescue

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Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Muhlethaler - May 24, 1942 - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Muhlethaler, 83, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 9:50 a.m. Thursday, February 29, 2024 at her residence.

No services will be held. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations is assisting with arrangements.

A native of Sacramento, Kentucky she was born on May 24, 1942 the daughter of the late Elmer Stone and Dorothy Berkley. She was a mother, homemaker and a military wife.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband MAJ. Robert C. Muhlethaler.

Survivors include her son: Robert (Maresa) Muhlethaler of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; grandchildren: Jacob (Malia) Muhlethaler of Elkton, Kentucky; and Joshua Muhlethaler of Madisonville, Kentucky; great grandchild Robert Asher.

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Larry Grant Fife - December 13, 1960 - February 23, 2024

Departed: 02/23/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Larry Grant Fife, 63, of Hopkinsville, KY died at 4:51 p.m. Friday, February 23, 2024 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville with Rev. Father Chris Kight officiating. Burial will follow in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. until the funeral hour.

A native of Madisonville, KY he was born December 13, 1960 the son of the late James Donald Cotton, Ronald Alan Fife, and Joy Louise Cox Bullock. He was retired from the United States Navy and worked as a pipefitter following his retirement. He was a member of the American Legion.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James Dirk Cotton.

Survivors include his wife: Juhnalyn Fife; his children: Robert Charette of Evansville, IN, Rosie Jane (Chris) McHugh of Ewa Beach, HI, and Kerianne Fife of Evansville, IN; his siblings: Bonny Ursula (Malcolm) Perry of Clarksville, TN, Kip Lance (Camille) Fife of Alva, OK, and Jolie Jean (Randy Brock) Zimmermann of Glasgow, KY; and his grandchild: Clover McHugh.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society of the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Wreath Trust.

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Dr. James H. Simpson - October 09, 1944 - February 18, 2024

Departed: 02/18/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Dr. James H. Simpson, 79, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 5:29 p.m., Sunday, February 18, 2024 at his home in Hopkinsville.

Funeral services will be private. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations is assisting with arrangements.

A native of Hopkinsville, Kentucky he was born on October 9, 1944 the son of the late James H. Simpson, Sr. and Mary Rogers Simpson Waggoner. After graduating from Christian County High School in 1962 he enrolled in Western Kentucky University and completed his Bachelor’s of Science in 1966. He then attended the University of Louisville Medical School and graduated in 1970. He entered the United States Navy in 1971 and served as a physician in the United States Navy Medical Corps, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander. After his Navy service he returned to Hopkinsville in 1973 and joined the family practice of Dr. Gerald McCord. He stayed there and ran his family medical practice until his retirement.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his son: William Barry Simpson; and brother: Glenn Simpson.

Survivors include his wife: Kimberly Simpson of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; sons: Jamey Simpson of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; Justin Simpson of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; and Steven Combs of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; daughters: Becky (Jeff) West of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; Kelly Gee of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; Nicole Goodman of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; and Stefanie Combs of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; sister: Janet Sanderson of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; 10 grandchildren and three great granddaughters.

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William "Bill" Massie - February 03, 1957 - February 17, 2024

Departed: 02/17/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” Earl Massie, 67, of Hopkinsville passed away at home on February 17, 2024.

Bill graduated from Hopkinsville HS in 1976 and worked at Grupo Antolin. He lived in 40-plus states, worked in the oil fields, and was an Army veteran. Bill loved playing chess, being a dad, playing PlayStation, FSU, UK, cars & and being a DJ. He was an amazing and present father, he was a great friend, he was a kind brother, and he was a loving grandfather and great-grandfather.

Survivors include his daughters, Jessica Massie, of Trimble, TN, and Annice (Mike) Pearce of Louisville.  Bill is also survived by brothers Greg Massie of Hopkinsville, and Alan (Marissa) Massie of League City, TX, and sisters Anita (Marty) Schroeder of Hopkinsville, Jody (Randy) Chavez of Friendswood, TX, and Debbie (Michael) Urdiales of Hopkinsville.  Survivors also include his grandchildren Josh, Jamie, Jacob, Wyatt, Michael William, and Harlow, and great-grandchild, Brandon.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, the late William and Josephine Pernestti Massie. He was also preceded in death by sister Anna (Peewee) Hartgrave and great-grandson Michael Dixon.

The family has entrusted Dogwood Funerals and Cremations to manage the arrangements. To fulfill his wishes, Bill will be cremated, and his Celebration of Life will be in late April in Hopkinsville when the weather is warmer and the flowers are out, as this was his favorite time of year. Details of Bill’s Celebration of Life will be communicated through social media.

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Jewell Kirkman - June 27, 1964 - February 17, 2024

Departed: 02/17/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Jewell Kirkman, 59, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky died at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Commonwealth Regional Specialty Hospital in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

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Thomas M Johnson - October 18, 1947 - February 06, 2024

Departed: 02/06/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Thomas M. Johnson, 76, of Oak Grove, Kentucky died at 8:10 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at his residence.

There will be no services. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with the arrangements.

A native of Chicago, Illinois he was born October 18, 1947 the son of the late Thomas Charles Johnson and Irene Gayle Kinsch Johnson. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and later worked as an Autobody Repair Technician.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers: Mark Johnson; and Phillip Johnson.

Survivors include his wife: Ellen Johnson of Oak Grove, KY; son: Derek Charles (Misty) Johnson of Wonder Lake Illinois; brothers: James (Georgine) Johnson; and Robert Johnson; sisters: Karen Skibbe; and Christine (Chad) Conkling; grandchildren: Kasie Johnson; Chase Johnson; Logan Johnson; and Willow Johnson.

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Patsy Mannahan - October 24, 1939 - February 03, 2024

Departed: 02/03/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Patsy Mannahan, 84 of Hopkinsville, KY died at 12:23 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Bradford Heights Nursing Facility and Rehabilitation.

There will be no services. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with the arrangements.

A native of Christian County, KY she was born October 24, 1939 the daughter of the late Olan Winders and Florenthia Perry Winders. She was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Richard Mannahan; her brothers: J.D. Winders and Omar “Buck” Winders; and her sister: Ophelia Fisk.

Survivors include her children: Deborah Smith of Hopkinsville, KY and Sandy (David) McKnight of Crofton, KY; and her sister: Bonnie McGar of Hopkinsville, KY.

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Thomas Camplin - April 09, 1954 - January 26, 2024

Departed: 01/26/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Thomas Wayne Camplin, 69, of Cadiz, Kentucky passed away at 7:10 a.m. January 26, 2024 at his residence.

No services are scheduled. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Hopkins County, Kentucky he was born on April 9, 1954 the son of the late Arklie Camplin and Maime Alberta Sneed Camplin. He worked on underground transmission lines for Atmos Energy and retired after 40 years with them.

He is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife of 50 years: Teresa Camplin of Cadiz, Kentucky; daughter: Amy Beth (Timothy) Ladd of Dawson Springs, Kentucky; brothers: Larry (Jeanie) Camplin of Panama City Beach, Florida; and Perry Camplin of St. Charles, Kentucky. Additionally, he is survived by one grandchild: Bailey Jade (Ray) Carter and two great grandchildren: Lilly Jade Carter and Madeline Elisabeth Carter

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James Freddie Henderson - October 19, 1953 - January 24, 2024

Departed: 01/24/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: James Freddie Henderson, 70, of Christian County, KY died at 2:41 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville with Bro. Steve Clark officiating. Burial will follow in New Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral hour. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

A native of Christian County, KY he was born October 19, 1953 the son of the late George Franklin Henderson and Lonnie Mae Alder Henderson. He was a retired farmer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Eddie Henderson, Donnie Henderson, and Mike Henderson; and a sister: Destal Henderson.

Survivors include his son: James Franklin (Frances) Henderson of Hopkinsville, KY; his brothers: Gerald (Roberta) Henderson of Crofton, KY, David Henderson of Madisonville, KY, and Terry Henderson of Hopkinsville, KY; his sisters: Elizabeth Henderson of Hopkinsville, KY, Betty Davis of Crofton, KY, Vivian Henderson of Hopkinsville, KY, and Penny (Mitch) Nash of Louisville, KY; and his two grandchildren: Macy Leigh Henderson and Kynlee Shay Henderson.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Giver’s Favorite Charity.

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Maria Constancia Torres-Nieto - May 15, 1927 - January 15, 2024

Departed: 01/15/2024 (Hopkinsville)

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Maria Constancia Torres Nieto, 96, of Oak Grove, Kentucky died on Monday, January 15, 2024 at her home in Oak Grove.

There will no services. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico she was born on May 15, 1927 the daughter of the late Ramon Torres and Juana Nieto.

She worked in the laundry department of a state run Youth Correctional Facility in Puerto Rico.

She is survived by her daughter: Gladys Vargas of Oak Grove, Kentucky; her grandchildren, Idaliz Vives, Luis Rodriguez and Joanny Perez; her great grandchildren, Javier Vives, Bryan Vives, Kevin Vives, Natalie Vives, Kimberly Ramos, Alex Resto, Natasha Resto, Nashaly Rodriguez, Jean L. Rodriguez, Jackie Bowman and Javier Vives; her great great grandchildren, Natalia Vives, Jamie Strohm, Kathalyna Barragan and Aleeis Resto.

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Janie Rose Mathews - October 23, 1956 - January 09, 2024

Departed: 01/09/2024 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Janie Rose Mathews, 67, of Oak Grove, KY died at 11:04 a.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville with Bro. Bencie Rasnake officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until funeral hour. Dogwood Funerals & Cremation of Hopkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

A native of Oak Grove, KY she was born October 23, 1956 the daughter of the late Austin Wendell Mathews and Christa Lea Reynolds Mathews. She was a member of Chosen Stone Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers: Wendell Mathews and Darrell Mathews; and her sister: Cheri Mathews.

Survivors include her brother: Herbie Mathews of Oak Grove, KY; and her nieces: Dr. Jessica Campbell of Dunbar, WV and Misty Wolfe-Lopez of Hopkinsville, KY.

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Kathleen Joy Stirn - December 17, 1952 - December 28, 2023

Departed: 12/28/2023 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen Joy (Kelso) Stirn, 71, of Hopkinsville, KY, peacefully passed away on December 28, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Kathleen was born December 17, 1952, in Tracy, CA, and upon her retirement from Pacific Storage Company, she relocated to Kentucky to be with her family.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her daughter Diane (Church) Garcia, parents Wilfred and Delores Kelso, and brothers Tom Kelso of Montana and David Kelso of Tracy, Ca.

She is survived by her daughter Brenna (Church) Knight, sister Sharon (Kelso) Walls of Idaho, and 5 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2024, at Park View Funeral Home located at 3661 E. French Camp Road, Manteca, California 95336.

Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is assisting with the arrangements.

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Loretta Pinnegar Morris - May 23, 1937 - December 25, 2023

Departed: 12/25/2023 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Loretta Pinnegar Morris, 86, of Hopkinsville, KY died at 11:15 a.m. Monday, December 25, 2023 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West with Rev. Hunter Hanson officiating. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

A native of Star Lime Works, KY she was born May 23, 1937 the daughter of the late Adolf Pinnegar and Melidene Mitchison Pinnegar Cansler.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Denver G. Morris of 65 years. She was a military wife for 23 years, homemaker: cooked, sewed, and crocheted.

She was also preceded in death by her six brothers and sisters: Clyde Cansler, Doug Cansler, Randall Cansler, Jean Haberlock, Susie Allsbrooks, and Patricia Lamson.

Survivors include her daughter: Lori Morris of Hopkinsville, KY; her grandson: Bryan Morris of Hopkinsville, KY; her brother: Benny (Jean) Pinnegar of Lyon County, KY; her sisters: Charlene Pendley of Florida and Vicky Newberry of Dawson Springs, KY.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Wreath Trust, Inc.

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Keith Heltsley - January 31, 1947 - December 23, 2023

Departed: 12/23/2023 (Hopkinsville)

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Keith Heltsley, 76 of Elkton, Kentucky died at 1:35 p.m., Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Jennie Stuart Medical Center in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Judges Chapel General Baptist Church in Fruit Hill, Kentucky with Rev. Anthony Knight and Rev. Jeremy Wagoner officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. until the funeral hour at the church. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Kirkmansville, Kentucky he was born on January 31, 1947 the son  of the late Howard Heltsley and Wilma Siggers Heltsley.

He was a self-employed carpenter and painter and attended Judges Chapel General Baptist Church. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and marksman who enjoyed sighting guns in for himself and his friends.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years: Gail Wagoner Heltsley of Elkton, KY; his daughter, Karen Heltsley of Kirkmansville, KY; his brother, Mike Heltsley of Hopkinsville, KY; his sisters, Margie Heltsley Johnson of Hopkinsville, KY and Mary Ann (Bubba) Heltsley Dickerson of Elkton, KY.

Memorials may take the form of donations to Gideons International.

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Kenneth "Ken" Vaughn - April 05, 1959 - December 22, 2023

Departed: 12/22/2023 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth “Ken” Vaughn, 64, of Crofton, KY died at 9:55 a.m. Friday, December 22, 2023 at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2023 at Living Hope Baptist Church Eagle Way Campus with Bro. Donald Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Lanier Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Living Hope Baptist Church. The family is encouraging everyone to wear UK apparel. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

A native of Empire, KY he was born April 5, 1959 the son of the late Henry Reno Vaughn and Audrey Lee West Vaughn. He owned and operated Ken Vaughn’s Home Comfort from 1991 – 2022.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother: Michael Keith Vaughn.

Survivors include the mother of his children: Pamela Rogers Vaughn; his daughters: Amber Nicole Vaughn Burr and Christina Carol Vaughn (Jeremiah) Johnson both of Crofton, KY; his brother: Charles Reno “Chucky” (Connie) Vaughn of Michigan; his sister: Lisa Carol (Gerald) Fowler of Crofton, KY; his grandchildren: Brendon Epperson, Michael Epperson, Autumn Epperson, Olivia Burr, Evan Johnson, Josee Johnson, Breana Johnson, and Ava Johnson; his great grandchildren: Paisley, Brinleigh, and Jayden; and his beloved nephew: Ted Rogers of Hopkinsville, KY.

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James David "JD" Byron - August 16, 1976 - December 20, 2023

Departed: 12/20/2023 (Hopkinsville)

Obituary Preview: James David “JD” Byron, 47, of Clarksville, TN died Wednesday December 20, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Memorial Services will Be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 12, 2024 at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville. Inurnment will follow at Kentucky Veteran’s Cemetery West. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of arrangements.

A native of Euclid, Ohio he was born August 16, 1976 the son of the late David Byron and Mary Mayes Shorts. “JD” as he was affectionately known proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He served as an Infantryman and a Marksmanship Instructor. He later worked for the corporate headquarters for the Captain D’s Food Chain.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife: Brandi Byron of Clarksville, Tennessee; daughters Jadyn Byron of Huntington, West Virginia; Addyson Byron (Kaleb Browning) of Huntington, West Virginia; brothers Macceo (Heidi) Shorts of Columbus, Ohio; William (Brian) Shorts, III of Lorain, Ohio; Michael Green of Atlanta, Georgia; sisters: Joslyn Byron; and Olivia (Robert) Welch of Huntington West Virginia.

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