Obituaries

Jan 11, 2024

Ralph Davidson, age 81, of Salem passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at his residence. Born August 5, 1942, in Manchester, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Taylor Davidson and Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Bowling) Davidson.

Ralph married his high school sweetheart, Kathleen Barrett in 1960. They were blessed with 3 children: Glenna Brock, Kevin Davidson and...

Jan 2, 2024

Kevin Palmer, age 57, of Salem passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Baptist East Saint Matthews in Louisville, Ky. Born July 25, 1966, he was the son of the late James Palmer and Mildred (Bunch) Palmer.

Kevin retired from Jeff Boat as a Pipe Welder and was an Army veteran.

He is survived by...

Dec 31, 2023

Eleanor Quillen, infant daughter of Matthew and Courtney Quillen, passed peacefully in the arms of her parents on Sunday, December 31, 2023.

Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Matthew & Courtney Quillen; her grandparents, Ralph & Linda Quillen; and her great-grandparents: Tim & Faye Martin, Richard & Lucy Warman, and Ralph J Quillen.

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Dec 19, 2023

Robert Hardy, age 72 of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.  Born September 8, 1951, he was the son of the late Charles and Virginia Hardy.

Robert served his country in the United States Army and was a member of the Borden Baptist Church.

Robert is survived by...

Dec 14, 2023

Debbie Phelps, age 62, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at U of L Hospital in Louisville.  Born June 11, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Joan Baxter.

Debbie was a veteran of the United States Army, and loved to study genealogy.

Debbie is survived by her children: Rebecca Gibson...

Dec 6, 2023

James “Tim” Nix, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.  Born April 8, 1943, he was the son of the late Willie and Nora Nix.

Tim proudly served his country in the United States Army.  He loved shooting, playing pool, and he lived & breathed for his Dallas Cowboys.

Nov 30, 2023

John Richard Edds Jr, 80, of Borden, Indiana passes away on November 30, 2023 with family by his side.

John was born on September 4, 1943, to Ida Mae (Weakley) Edds and John Edds Sr. in La Grange, Kentucky. John graduated from the University of Louisville with a Masters in Business Administration. He retired from a successful...

Nov 25, 2023

Richard Allen Vincent, age 70 of Scottsburg passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at his residence. Born December 19, 1952, he was the son of the late John Vincent.

He was a former scale tech for Toledo Scales in Lexington, Ky and a veteran of the National Guard.

Richard is survived by his daughter: Stacy...

Nov 25, 2023

Garry Wayne Hoke, age 65, of Orleans passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at his residence. Born January 10, 1958, he was the son of the late Harvey Hoke and Betty Klein. Garry married Gina (McCarty) Hoke, who survives.

Garry was a Finish Specialist for 47 years at Kimball International and was currently employed with Jasper Seating...

Nov 19, 2023

Frank W. Hartshorne Jr, age 83, of Salem, passed away at his residence on Sunday, November 19, 2023.  Born October 20, 1940, he was the son of Frank W. Hartshorne Sr and Mary Jane Hartshorne.

On May 30, 1959, Frank married Sylvia (Feidner) Hartshorne, who survives.

Frank was a computer programmer and retired from Liberty...

Nov 16, 2023

Wendell “Dewayne” Hasty, age 66, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at his home in Brodhead, Kentucky.  Born May 17, 1957 in Bedford, Indiana he was the son of the late Wendell and Juanita Hasty.

Dewayne is survived by 3 children: Amber Annette Hasty-Beverly, John Robert Hasty, and Matthew Wayne Hasty; 1 brother: Robert Hasty; 1 sister:...

Nov 13, 2023

Betty Kearney, age 88, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Charlestown Place Rehab in New Albany.  Born July 27, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Leola Potts.

Betty was formerly employed at the G.E. Appliance plant in Louisville.

Betty is survived by 4 children: Kim Slone, Robin Bates, Tammy...

Nov 7, 2023

Michael Wade Morris, age 71, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at St. Vincent Salem Hospital.  Born February 19, 1952 in Nevada, Missouri, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Mary Morris.

On July 8, 1996, Michael married Brenda (Garwood) Morris, who survives.

Michael proudly served his country in the United...

Nov 5, 2023

Lisa Ann Nale, age 57, of Borden, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Lisa passed peacefully at her residence, with loved ones by her side. Born November 9, 1965, she was the daughter of Gary Nale and Shirley (Robinson) Nale.

Lisa was a loving daughter, sister, cousin, aunt and friend....

Oct 28, 2023

Hugh Danny Abner Sr, age 67, of Salem passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023 at his residence. Born August 11, 1956, he was the son of the late Sandlin Abner and Orpha Tompkins Abner.

Hugh is survived by 3 Children: Danny Abner Jr, James Abner and Kendra Abner; 2 Sisters: Brenda Davidson and Terry Abner; 10 Grandchildren...

Oct 26, 2023

Cecil McCracken, age 87, of Fredericksburg passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at his residence. Born November 10, 1935, he was the son of the late Cecil McCracken and Lois (Moffat) Anderson. On December 20, 1958, he married Bonnie (Mattox) McCracken who preceded him in death.

Cecil was a Tool and Die maker at Precision Automation, until...

Oct 24, 2023

Robert Bobbitt, age 73, of Salem passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at Meadow View Health and Rehab in Salem. Born October 18, 1950, he was the son of Mildred Fay (Williams) Bobbitt and the late Howard Franklin Bobbitt.

Robert was a self-employed handyman, until he retired.

He is survived by his mother: Mildred Fay...

Oct 13, 2023

Cindy Finn, age 62 of Salem, passed away at her residence on Friday, October 13, 2023.  Born August 11, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Isgrigg and Stella Hoyland.  On December 10, 1977, she married John Finn who survives.

Cindy is survived by her husband, John; 1 daughter, Jennifer; 4 sisters: Kathy, Jackie, Lisa...

Oct 11, 2023

Eddie B. Carey, age 55 of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Ascension St. Vincent Salem Hospital.  Born December 23, 1967, he was the son of the late Cecil and Ruth Carey.

Eddie is survived by 1 brother, Michael Carey, and 1 sister, Linda Carey.

He was preceded in death by his...

Oct 10, 2023

After a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease, Boyd Wayne Wright, 76, of Borden, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 10, 2023.

The second of 4 boys, Boyd was born in Borden on March 6, 1947 to the late Marvin and Maysel Wright.  He graduated from Borden High School in 1965, where he was proud to...