Local obituaries for Hartford and Ohio County in Kentucky
Michael Len Culbertson
Apr 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Len Culbertson, age 57, who departed this world on April 17, 2025, in Hartford, Kentucky. Born on June 28, 1967, in the same town, Michael was a beloved son of Bobby Eugene Culbertson and Juanita Faye Spinks Heifner. His journey through life was marked by resilience, passion, and...
Vernon Ray Cole
Apr 14, 2025
Vernon Ray Cole passed away peacefully at his home in Hartford on April 14, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on February 9, 1928, in Ohio County to Raymond and Mattie (Nickell) Cole, Vernon lived a full and rich life.
Vernon was a member of Clear Run Baptist Church and also a proud 75-year member of the Hartford Masonic Lodge....
Gary W. Burden
Mar 30, 2025
Gary W. Burden, 61, of Cromwell, Kentucky, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 30, 2025. Born on June 29, 1963, he was the beloved son of the late Arthur Ray Burden and Gladys J. Burden. Gary’s warmth and kindness radiated in all areas of his life, most notably through his enduring love for his wife, Pauline Riley, whom...
Robin Mark Rice
Mar 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robin Mark Rice, age 64, of Beaver Dam. Robin left us peacefully on March 26, 2025, at home, surrounded by the comforts of his own space. Born on September 17, 1960, in Fostoria, Ohio, Robin was the cherished son of the late Carlo and Leta Helen (Brickles) Rice.
Robin had...
Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Davis
Mar 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth A. “Liz” Davis, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of her community, who departed this life on March 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Liz, a resident of Beaver Dam, formerly of Dundee, was born on December 18, 1947, to the late John Raymond and...
Kathryn Ann "Kathy" Knott
Mar 8, 2025
Kathryn Ann "Kathy" Knott passed away peacefully at the Bowling Green Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY on March 8, 2025. Kathy was born on August 11, 1953, in Toledo, Ohio, and was the firstborn daughter of Eugene and Ruby Knott of Beaver Dam.
Kathy had formerly lived in Beaver Dam, had been a long-time resident of Hopkinsville, KY, but most...
Bay B. Mitchell
Mar 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bay B. Mitchell, a beloved member of the Hartford and Beaver Dam community. She was born on June 28, 1963, in French Camp, California, and peacefully departed on March 1, 2025. She leaves behind her father, Joe Mitchell; a son, David Ackart of Minnesota; a daughter, Star; three siblings,...
Oscar I. Villanueva
Feb 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Oscar I. Villanueva. Oscar was born on May 15, 1980, in Durango, Mexico, and departed on February 20, 2025. He leaves behind his son, Diego Rivera, Hartford; daughter, Melany Rivera, Evansville; his parents, Julio Villanueva and Leticia Segovia; grandmother, Christna Segovia; four sisters Karen, Patricia, Martha, Rosa Villanueva all...
Gloria Jean Leonard
Jan 20, 2025
Gloria Jean Leonard, age 81 of Beaver Dam, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at her residence. She was born on September 12, 1943, in Evarts, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Russell and Emma Williams Wallace.
Gloria was a housewife and homemaker who enjoyed reading, shopping and cooking. She was a good wife and mother.
Left to honor Gloria’s memory are...
Lowell "Doodle" Winfred Smith
Jan 16, 2025
Lowell “Doodle” Winfred Smith, age 72 of Hartford, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, at The Heartford House in Owensboro. He was born on March 6, 1952, in Greenville, Kentucky, the son of the late Floyd William and Mildred Drake Smith.
Doodle was a truck driver for his family’s business, Smith Brothers Lumber & Logging. He was a machine operator and...
Keith Leroy Biggerstaff
Jan 16, 2025
Keith Leroy Biggerstaff, age 80 of Cromwell, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, at his residence. He was born on February 2, 1944, in Huron, South Dakota, the son of the late Gordon and Eleanor Olson Biggerstaff.
Keith was an engineer and land surveyor and was co-owner of Biggerstaff, Ward and Associates and also worked at Peabody Coal Mines. He and...
Lurlie Veolia Cox Hoover
Dec 19, 2024
Lurlie Veolia Cox Hoover, age 99 of Hartford, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Signature Healthcare of Hartford. She was born on August 31, 1925, in Ohio County the daughter of the late Joseph Earl and Oakley Lurline Roach Cox.
Lurlie was a member of Humble Valley General Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing and gardening and working crossword puzzles.
Left to...
Otho Lee Huggins
Dec 18, 2024
Otho Lee Huggins, 81, of Utica, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Madisonville, KY to the late Ralph William Huggins and the late Mable Lucille France Huggins. He began driving trucks and retired after 40 years with Overnite Transportation.
He enjoyed horseback riding, fishing and being in nature. His greatest joy was...
Elmer Lee Wright Jr.
Nov 11, 2024
Elmer Lee Wright Jr., a member of the community, was called to his eternal rest on November 11, 2024, in Indianapolis, IN. He was born on May 15, 1936, in Horton, KY, to the late Elmer Lee Wright Sr. and the late Sylvia Mae Schroader Wright. Elmer was survived by his daughter, Sandy Elliott; son Henry Wright; 9 grandchildren,...
Mary Dotson
Nov 2, 2024
Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Mary F. Dotson, a beloved former bus monitor, wife of the late Robert W. "Bob" Dotson, and daughter of the late Ira and Inez Delcina Black Pillow. Mary was born on December 19, 1931, in Waterloo, IA, and peacefully passed away on November 2, 2024, in Beaver Dam, KY,...
Bill Pirtle
Oct 31, 2024
William C. Pirtle, 80, a beloved member of the Hartford community and a devoted Christian, passed away on October 31, 2024, at his home in Hartford, Kentucky. He was a man of great faith, serving as a deacon and song leader at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. William was a proud US Army veteran. His love for farming was evident...
Kathy E. Mcdonald
Oct 30, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kathy E. McDonald, born on July 26, 1950, who passed away on October 30, 2024. Kathy was a kind-hearted and selfless individual who lived her life giving to others and loving unconditionally. Her warm smile and compassionate nature touched the lives of all who knew her.
As...
Donald E. Heifner
Oct 22, 2024
Donald E. Heifner, 77 of Livermore, passed away October 22, 2024, in Evansville, IN. He was born February 1, 1947, in Owensboro to the late Edward Heifner and Veola Crowe Heifner.
In 1967, he joined the US Air Force where he served as an administrative specialist with the 73rd Aerospace Surveillance Wing at Tyndale Air...
Betty Florence` Pirtle
Oct 22, 2024
Betty Pirtle, 75 formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away October 22, 2024. She was born June 14, 1949, in Ohio County to the late Orville Huff and Gradie Neighbors Huff. She was married to the late Paul Russell Pirtle. Mrs. Betty was a homemaker and enjoyed being around family and friends. She enjoyed car racing and could tell so...
Samuel "Wayne" Barnett
Oct 22, 2024
Utica, KY - Samuel Wayne Barnett, a cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024, at his residence in Utica, Kentucky. Born on September 10, 1945, in Ohio County, KY, Samuel was a loving husband, a devoted father, proud papaw, a beloved brother, and a friend to many.
He spent his...
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