Local obituaries for Smithland in Livingston County, Kentucky.

Nov 12, 2024

Eddie Hook, 49 of Smithland passed away Tuesday November 12, 2024 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville,

He is survived by his mother, Barbara Hook of Grand Rivers. One daughter, Dalylah Hook of Smithland. One stepson, Dylan Emmons of Smithland. One sister, Elaine Hook Wailgum of Grand Rivers. Two nieces, Julie and Ruthie He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Theodore...

Nov 12, 2024

Thomas L. “Red” Walker, 74, of Grand Rivers passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah. 

Thomas was retired from Jim Smith Construction. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. 

Surviving is his wife of 25 years, Linda Walker; four children,...

Nov 4, 2024

William F. (Bill) Tracy 81 of Salem, Kentucky Passed away on Sunday, November4, 2024 at Baptist Health in Paducah. 

He retired from TVA and was a ham radio operator. Bill enjoyed spending time every evening listening to the radio, usually with his cat, Paws, curled up beside him.

He leaves his companion and life partner, Judy Hodge. Four grandsons; Shannon, Aaron, Michael...

Sep 19, 2024

Wilton Everett Driskill, 87 of Grand Rivers, died Thursday September 19, 2024, at his home.He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church.He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Ellen Owens of Gilbert, AZ. Three sons; William Everett Driskill of Rockland, CA., Paul Edward Driskill of Benton and Jeffery Thomas Driskill of Grand Rivers. One brother, Paul Leon Driskill of Paducah....

Sep 17, 2024

Reva Jean Pitts, 82, of Paducah, passed away September 17th 2024. She was born on January 18th, 1942 to Edgar Jennings and Mildred Jordan.

She is survived by granddaughters Ashley Owen, Brittney Shumpert and grandson Chance Pitts; and six great grandchildren Alexis Owen, Ezabella and Mercedes Taylor, Layla and Leah Jewell and Raelynne Godman.

She is proceeded in death by her parents...

Sep 12, 2024

Michael Loyal Tracy, a beloved father, friend, and skilled mechanic, passed away peacefully at his home in West Paducah, Kentucky, on September 12, 2024. Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Bill and Carolyn Tracy, Mike grew up on the family farm in Tiline, Kentucky, and spent his early years working alongside his father at their Phillips 66 service station in...

Aug 10, 2024

Eric Dwight Wynn, 35, of Tiline passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah.

Eric was an IBEW Local 816 electrician. He enjoyed hunting, riding four wheelers, sky diving, and playing golf. 

Surviving is his wife of 5 years, Wendy Benge Wynn; his mother, Donna Wynn; his grandmother, Geraldine Wynn; three stepchildren,...

Jul 29, 2024

Alice Faye Armstong, 83, of Smithland entered her Heavenly home on July 29, 2024.

Alice was married to her husband, Bill for 50 years. She was a business owner alongside her husband, of Bill’s Quick Service in Smithland. To know Alice was to love Alice and her compassionate heart. She was a staple in her community and a longtime caregiver for...

Jul 27, 2024

Cecil “Larry” Long 79 of Tiline, KY, passed peacefully on July 27th surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on November 21st, 1944. He was a member of Sugar Creek Baptist Church, & a member of Smithland Masonic Lodge #138.

He was a dedicated coal miner, heavy machine operator, & farmer. 

Larry is survived by his loving wife of...

Jul 21, 2024

Vernie Skinner, 82 of Grand Rivers, passed away Sunday July 21, 2024, at Baptist Health in Paducah.Mr. Skinner was a proud Vietnam Veteran. Had a strong Christian faith and was a big St. Louis Cardinal and Kentucky Basketball fan.

He is survived by his wife, Kay Skinner. One son, Caleb (April) Skinner of Benton. Two daughters; Margaret (David) Hall of Grand...

Jun 30, 2024

Sarah Josephine “Jo” Roberts, 81, of Smithland, KY, passed peacefully on June 30 with loved ones close by. She was born September 5,1942, in Buena Vista, TN to William Viven and Beatrice Kee. Jo was the apple of her parents’ eye. 

She proudly stated that her girls were her greatest accomplishment, whenever she had the chance. Becoming a grandmother was another...

Jun 20, 2024

Terry Don Dukes, 54, of Tiline passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Terry was a mechanic. He loved tractor and truck pulls, Nascar, and drag racing. He was a member of the Sugar Creek Mini Tractor Pullers. 

Surviving is his wife, Donna Dukes of Tiline; three children, Tiffany Cobb of Smithland, Jacob...

Jun 8, 2024

 

Thomas “Tom” Edward Teitloff, 88 of Granite City, IL went into the loving arms of his Lord Jesus on June 8, 2024, after a brief illness with brain cancer. The son of Gathiel and Elsie Mae (Thomason) Teitloff, he was born on April 7, 1936, in Carrsville, Kentucky.

Tom grew up on a farm in Carrsville, KY and learned the value...

May 28, 2024

Michael Austin Dean Reid, 21, of Tiline, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Vanderbilt Hospital.



Michael was a dedicated son, a caring brother, and a loving friend. He had a big heart and would do whatever he could to help. His world revolved around his family. Michael had a positive attitude and always knew how to make the best out of...

May 15, 2024

Merlin James Temple, 85, of Smithland, KY. died on Wednesday May 15, 2024 at his home.

He is survived by six children; Vicki (Lynden) Chase, Tracy (Denise) Temple, Michelle (Curt) Hodge, Kenneth (Laurie) Temple, Jim Temple, and Mark (Kathy) Temple, and one brother, John Malinowski; half-sister, Linda (Arnold, "Sonny") Alsvig; several nieces and nephews, and a grandchildren.

He was preceded in death...

May 12, 2024

Jimmy Robertson, 89 of Grand Rivers, passed away Sunday May 12, 2024 at his home

He is survived by his two sons, Jerry Robertson of Iuka and Barry Robertson of Kirksey; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Jean Robertson.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday May15, 2024 at Iuka Cemetery.  The...

Mar 30, 2024

Cynthia Louise "Mam" Layne, Franklin, 72, of Smithland, Kentucky, passed away on March 30, 2024. She was a devoted wife to Russell Layne "Pap" and a loving mother to Deborah Hughes, Sherry Elliot, RussAnn Stephens, and Russell Layne. Cynthia was also a cherished grandmother to nine grandchildren and great-grandmother to ten great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers and...

Mar 27, 2024

Walter Richard Skinner, 70, of Burna passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Stone Creek Nursing Home in Paducah. 

Walter was a retired truck driver.  He enjoyed watching Westerns and spending time with his little dog, Gracie. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion and of the Baptist Faith.

Surviving are his three children, Walter Matthew Skinner of CA,...

Feb 22, 2024

Laurie A. McDonald, 57, of Grand Rivers, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024, at her home.

Laurie was a CPA for many years. She enjoyed fishing and camping in her free time.

Laurie is survived by her husband, Roy McDonald; her father, Scott Phignston; one brother, Mike Phignston; one sister-in-law, Velma Yarbrough; one brother-in-law, Roger...

Jan 30, 2024

George Edward Page Jr., 79, of Tiline passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah.

George was a retired insurance salesman and a member of Mint Springs Baptist Church. He enjoyed researching genealogy in his free time.

Surviving is his wife of 24 years, Iva Lois Page; two daughters; three step grandchildren;...