Local obituaries for Smithland in Livingston County, Kentucky.

Apr 14, 2021

Steve Mitchell, 67, passed away on April 14th, 2021 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY. In his life, Steve was a retired truck driver.

He is survived by his wife Debbie Mitchell; his son Travis Mitchell; his two sisters Faye Maxfield and Kim Burnett; one brother Danny Mitchell; several nieces and nephews; and his constant companion poodle...

Mar 16, 2021

On March 16, 2021, Viva Condra Holmes, age 96, went home to meet her Jesus and be reunited with her dear family members who had preceded her in death.  She left this world from her home. Her dear sister Mary Martha Wright, who had lived with her and lovingly cared for her for the past 6 years, was by...

Mar 6, 2021

Connie Rhea Owen , 65, passed away on March 6th, 2021.

She is survived by her two sons, Landon (Renee) Owen and Derek (Britney) Owen; and one grandchild, Kyndal Owen.

Connie worked under the Pennyrile Health department and was a member of Christian Fellowship Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, ...

Mar 2, 2021

Douglas James Rochon Sr., 74, of Grand Rivers passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at his residence.

All services for Mr. Rochon will be private.

Online condolences may be left at www.smithfc.com

Smith Funeral Chapel of Smithland is in charge of arrangements.

Feb 3, 2021

Velda Vaughn, 75 of Burna passed away February 3, 2021 at her home.

No services are planned at this time.

Smith Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements

Feb 3, 2021

Ouida Frances Shekell, 88, of Smithland passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Ledbetter.

Frances was retired from Rite-Way Vending Company and was a member of Smithland First Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her family, church family, and neighbor family. She enjoyed reading and was a Kentucky Basketball and St....

Jan 30, 2021

Michael “Little Mikey” Floyd, 44, passed away at Salem Spring Lake Nursing Home on January 30th, 2021.

Michael worked as a sheet rock finisher and specialized in trade jobs.

Michael is survived by mom and dad, James and Wanda Rupcke; his two sons Devin and Cory Newberry; four brothers Jamie Rupcke, Fred Rupcke, Mark (Samantha)...

Jan 23, 2021

William “Bill” Hawkins, 83, passed away on January 23rd, 2021 in Tiline, Kentucky. William was a retired firefighter for the Indianapolis Fire Department. Earlier in his life, he served his nation in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army.

William is survived by his wife Betty Hawkins; his children Jim (Tammie) Hawkins, and Lora...

Jan 14, 2021

Larry Crouch, 73, of Tiline passed away Thursday January 14, 2021 at his home.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Vogene Crouch of Tiline; one sister, Diana Crouch Wall of Marshall county.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd Crouch and Ruby Johnson Crouch; three brothers; Billy Crouch and Jerry...

Jan 11, 2021

Rev. James Allen Day, age 77, of Nashville, native to Kentucky, passed from this life into eternal life on January 11, 2021.

He graduated from Livingston Central High School, Union University, and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  He worked for several office equipment companies, insurance companies, and served as pastor to churches in Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Jan 9, 2021

Faye Tramble Teitloff, 74, of Smithland passed away at her home January 9, 2021. Mrs. Teitloff was retired from the Kentucky Department of Social Services. Her hobbies were gardening, genealogy, studying history, and writing. She was an active member of the Livingston County Historical Society, receiving the Lifetime Achievement in 2013. In 2008 she published a book on the...

Jan 2, 2021

Tim “Tractor Man” Thomason, 66, of Smithland, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at his home.

Tim was a farmer who could always be found working on the farm or fixing a tractor. He was a member of Airline Baptist Church.

Tim is survived by one son, Dustin Thomason; two brothers, Mike Thomason and Tony...

Jan 1, 2021

James Ezra Jackson (age 82) passed away at Baptist Health in Paducah, KY on January 4th, 2021.

James is survived by his wife, Mary Evelyn Jackson.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Isabelle Garrett.

There are no services planned at this time for James Jackson.

Smith Funeral...

Dec 16, 2020

Angie Downs, 64, of Smithland passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Salem Spring Lake Nursing Home in Salem.

Angie enjoyed playing with her toys, being outdoors, and spending time with her family.

Surviving are two sisters, Shirley (Randall) Riley of Smithland and Gina (Todd) Larimer of Calvert; three brothers, Timothy (Lisa) Downs of...

Dec 16, 2020

Willis Norvin Doom, 90, of Tiline passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Salem Spring Lake Health & Rehab in Salem.

Mr. Doom was a retired heavy equipment operator and member of Fellowship Baptist Church. In his free time he enjoyed woodworking.

Surviving are his two sons, Gary (Amy) Doom of Tiline, Rickie (Sylvia)...

Dec 15, 2020

Eileen Maxfield New Chesnut, 85, of Smithland passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.

Mrs. Chesnut was retired from Livingston County as the County Treasurer. She was a member of Potters House Worship Center. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, and reading her Bible.

Surviving are her two children, Glenn...

Dec 4, 2020

Marvin Russell Warren, 67, of Paducah died on Friday, December 4, 2020 at Baptist Health in Paducah.

Mr. Warren was a retired dispatcher from Livingston County Jail and a member of Smithland First Baptist Church.

Surviving are his two children, Melanie Futrell of Evansville, IN and Gary Warren of Salem; his father, Lowell Warren of...

Nov 26, 2020

Don "Donnie" Tracy, 76 of Smithland passed away November 26, 2020 at his home.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Tracy.  One daughter, Tina Butts.  One son, Don A. Tracy.  One sister, Mary Revels.  And one brother, Dr. Fred T. Tracy.

And four grandchildren

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Nov 24, 2020

Gale Burdette Whetstone (Tick), 86, of Tiline, died Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Mercy Health Hospital due to heart failure.

Gale was a veteran. When he was young, he enjoyed carpentry. He built lots of things for his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed big band music and playing the guitar.

He is survived by...

Nov 22, 2020

Clinton Tubbs, 80 of Grand Rivers.  Passed away Sunday November 22, 2020 at his home.

He was of the Methodist faith.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Brenda Tubbs.  Two daughters, Cindy Tubbs and Phyllis Johnson.  One son, Barry Tubbs.  Five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

He was preceded in...