Local obituaries for Hartford and Ohio County in Kentucky

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Sep 27, 2024

Lilli Phelps, age 83, passed away on September 27, 2024, at her home in Whitesville, KY.

She was born in Germany to the late Gustav Fredrich and late Frieda Bast Fredrich. Lilli married the late Don Phelps. Lilli was a homemaker. She was a member for over 40 years at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. She...

Sep 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wesley Clay Baird, a beloved member of the Hartford community. Wesley was born on March 10, 1940, in Cromwell, KY, and peacefully departed on September 19, 2024. He leaves behind his daughter Deborah Andresen and her husband James; grandchildren, Sara Hammons and Brittany Felty, Jessica Andresen, Charity Andresen;...