Obituaries – December 2025

Feb. 13, 1945 – Dec. 12, 2025

Mr. Edward Grant Clark, age 80, of Dover, Tennessee, formerly of Kirksey, Kentucky, passed away, Friday, December 12, 2025, at his home.

Arrangements are currently incomplete at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

June 23, 1944 – Dec. 11, 2025

Mr. Jerry Don Barrett, age 81, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away on December 11, 2025, at his home.

Jerry was born on June 23, 1944, in Mashall County, Kentucky to the late Woodrow Barrett and Naomi Kennedy Barrett. He was a member of the Little Cypress Baptist Church in Possum Trot, Kentucky, a 1963 graduate of Calloway County High School, retired from General Tire formerly in Mayfield, Kentucky, and was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Wilson Barrett; two sisters Shirley Smith and Glynda Parker; as well as one brother Gerald Barrett.

Jerry is survived by one son, Timothy Barrett and wife Kimberly of Murray, Kentucky; two sisters, Charlene Smith and Sandra Faith and husband Butch all of Calvert City, Kentucky; one brother, Lonnie Barrett and wife Linda of Calvert City, Kentucky; as well as two grandchildren, Marlee Barrett of Little Rock Arkansas and Beau Barrett of Murray, Kentucky.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2025, in the chapel of the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Rev. Kenny Locke and Rev. Tim Palmer will officiate with burial to follow in the West Fork Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the West Fork Cemetery Fund, 5179 State Route 121 North, Murray, Kentucky 42071.

Online condolences may be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

April 28, 1972 – Dec. 11, 2025

Mr. Paul Lamb, age 53, of Hardin, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Murray – Calloway County Hospital.

Arrangements are currently incomplete at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Nov. 6, 1945 – Dec. 10, 2025

Mrs. Edna Mae Bogard McClarty, age 80, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away on December 10, 2025, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray, Kentucky.

Mrs. McClarty was born in Calloway County, Kentucky on November 6, 1945, to the late Henry Chalice Jones and Bula (Carroll) Jones. She retired from Kenlake Foods and previously worked at Cooks Jewelry Store. Mrs. McClarty was a member of the Hardin Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Mrs. McClarty was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth McClarty; and by one brother, J.W. Jones.

Mrs. McClarty is survived by two daughters, Tammi Burgess and husband Jimmy of Benton, Kentucky and Tina Erwin of Murray, Kentucky; one brother, Glenn Jones and wife Edna of Murray, Kentucky; sister-in-law, Toni Jones of Murray, Kentucky; two grandchildren, Garret Wright and significant other Jordyn Barry and Sloane VanSickle and husband Richard all of Murray, Kentucky; one bonus granddaughter, Haley Erwin; as well as one great grandchild, Calliope VanSickle of Murray, Kentucky.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House, 1959 State Route 94 West, Murray, Kentucky 42071 with Rev. Kerry Lambert officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House, 1959 State Route 94 West, Murray, Kentucky 42071.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Anna Mae Owen residential Hospice House, 803 Poplar Street, Murray, Kentucky 42071.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

Oct. 15, 1934 – Dec. 11, 2025

Mrs. Gwendolyn Outland, age 91, of Murray, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Passion and Purpose Homecare Assisted Living in Murray.

Mrs. Outland was born on October 15, 1934, in Puryear, Tennessee to the late Brown Flood and Robbie (Paschall) Flood. She was a homemaker and a member of the Elm Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Billy Joe Outland, to whom she was married on September 1, 1957, in their home.

Survivors include one daughter, Tammy Brelsford (Brad Haley) of Murray, Kentucky; one son, Mark Outland of Murray, Kentucky; one sister, Jone Tarkington (Jackie) of Paris, Tennessee; three grandchildren, Tiffany O’Neal, Chase Brelsford both of Murray, Kentucky, and Jake Outland of St. Francis, Minnesota; as well as five great-grandchildren, Madison Brelsford, Colton O’Neal, Haven O’Neal, Ozz Outland and Owen Outland.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Bro. Clint Gentry officiating. Burial will follow in the Elm Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral service from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., December 13, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Elm Grove Cemetery Fund, % Martha Harper, 6483 State Route 94 E, Murray, Kentucky 42071.

Online condolences can be made www.jhchurchill.com.

Jan. 15, 1958 – Dec. 8, 2025

Mr. James Eddie Black, 67, of Murray, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025 at Murray Calloway County Hospital.

Born on January 15, 1958, in Beaver Dam, Kentucky, to the late Thomas and Bonnie Hopkins Black, James spent his life guided by a strong work ethic and a deep love for the outdoors. He retired from a long and dedicated career in the coal mining industry. Outside of work, he found his greatest joy in the simple things—most especially fishing and deer hunting alongside his brothers and his nephew, John. Those trips were treasured times, filled with stories, laughter, and memories he held close. James was also very proud that he still owned his very first car: a 1957 Chevy Bel Air. He cherished that classic car and enjoyed sharing its history with anyone who stopped to admire it.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Ronda Black and siblings, Thomas L. Black and Linda Black- Meyer.

Those left to cherish many wonderful memories include his adoring daughter, Brigitte Black of Murray; a brother, John Black of Adena, OH; a sister, Jenny Black Martin of DuQuoin, IL. In addition, he lovingly leaves behind his two beloved fur babies, Hank and Bella, who were constant companions and a great source of comfort and joy.

His family welcomes visitors from 12 PM until 3 PM on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Imes Funeral Home, 311 North 4th Street, Murray, KY 42071.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House, 803 Poplar Street, Murray, KY 42071.

Imes Funeral Home is entrusted with caring for his family.

July 20, 1929 – Dec. 8, 2025

Mrs. Alta Nadine Stonecipher, age 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025.

She was born on July 20, 1929. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest “Joe” Stonecipher, Jr; they married on August 1, 1948,

She is survived by her children, Ernest “Joe” Stonecipher III and wife Dana of Murray, Kentucky and Christie Stonecipher Cistola of Centralia, Illinois; her grandchildren, Sean (Stacey) Stonecipher of Sedalia, KY, Shea (Scott) Lowe of Murray, KY, Kacee (Landon) Barrow of Murray, KY, Andrew Stonecipher Cistola of Gainesville, FL, and Nicholas (Amanda) Stonecipher Cistola of Fort Collins, CO; and her great-grandchildren, Chase Stonecipher, Sayde Lowe, Sayler Lowe, Brylee Barrow, Layla Barrow, Adalynn Barrow, Frankie Love Cistola, Kimber Cistola, and Rylan Cistola.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 p.m., on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Centralia, Illinois.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

Oct. 11, 1936 – Dec. 7, 2025

Mrs. Francis Allene Gibbons, age 89, went to her Heavenly home on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Mrs. Gibbons was born October 11, 1936 in Dexter, Kentucky, to the late Claude and Lillian Neyenhaus Miller. She was a graduate of Almo High School and a member of Dexter Church of Christ. She retired from Mattel in 1999.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, Hayes Pritchett, to whom she was married March 22, 1957, until his death; second husband, Matthew Gibbons; brothers Bobby Miller and Irvin Miller; sister Alberta Ford; and step-daughter Sue Bogard.

She will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a talented seamstress, avid reader, and enjoyed tending to her flowers. Most importantly, Mrs. Gibbons loved the Lord and strived to live for Him each day.

Mrs. Gibbons is survived by her daughter, Debbie (Don) Futrell of Murray; step-daughter Sue Lincoln of Stockton, California; step-son Darryl Gibbons of Ft. Myers, Florida; sister Lilly (Jerry) Sheppard of Benton; brother Gerald Miller of Almo; granddaughters Allysia (Davin) Tabers, Emily (Chris) Fike, and Megan (Logan) Dowdy, all of Murray; great-grandchildren Dylan Tabers, Gracie Fike, Mackenzie Fike, and Riggs Dowdy; as well as many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service honoring the life of Allene Gibbons is set for 1 PM on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Imes Funeral Home, 311 North 4th Street, Murray. Luke Puckett will officiate and burial will follow at Stewart Cemetery.  Pallbearers include Mike Sheppard, Tony Sheppard, Bob Deitz, Jamie Miller, Chris Fike and Logan Dowdy.

Her family welcomes visitors on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 10 AM – 1 PM on Friday at the funeral home.

To share her love of reading with future generations, the family requests that donations be made in Mrs. Gibbons’ memory to the Marshall County Public Library Hardin Branch, 4640 Murray Hwy, Hardin, KY 42048.

Imes Funeral Home is entrusted with caring for her family.

Jan. 21, 1947 – Dec. 6, 2025

Mrs. Edwina Vance Bucy, age 78, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at her home.

Mrs. Bucy was born on January 21, 1947, in Murray, Kentucky, to the late Edwin Vance and Willie Orr Vance. She retired from Providence Elementary School as a teacher’s aide and a special needs bus driver. Mrs. Bucy was a member of the Westside Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Sondra Lovins; as well as one brother, Tommy Vance.

Survivors include her husband, Dwayne Bucy of Murray, Kentucky; one brother, Terry Vance and wife Christy of Murray, Kentucky; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Merrick Nunn officiating. Burial will follow in the Murray Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the J.H. Churchill Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Murray Senior Center, 607 Poplar Street, Murray, Kentucky 42071.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

March 4, 1943 – Dec. 5, 2025

Mr. Dennis M. Maguire, 82, of Murray, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025 at Spring Creek Healthcare in Murray.

Dennis was born to the late Frederick and Hazel Paul Maguire on March 4, 1943 in New Hampshire. He retired from Murray Calloway County Hospital and was of Catholic faith. 

He is preceded in death by his parents; a sister and brother in law, Kathleen and Jessie Young and a nephew, Christopher Young.

Those left to cherish his memory is a nephew, Michael (Sherry) Young of MO; nieces, Jenny (Tim) Green of IL, Beverly (Tommy) Harvey of GA and several great nieces and nephews.  

A private burial will take place at Murray City Cemetery.

Imes Funeral Home is entrusted with caring for his family.

March 24, 1938 – Dec. 5, 2025

Mr. Roger Thomas Hillenburg, 87, of Hazel, KY, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at his home, with loving family by his side.

Born March 24, 1938, in Bedford, Indiana, Roger was the son of the late Opha Thomas Hillenburg and Margaret (Srylger) Hillenburg. He proudly served his country in the United States Army before beginning a successful career with The Kroger Co. in Indianapolis, where he was a loyal and respected employee. Roger retired after 40 years of service as a maintenance supervisor and dairy manager in the Indianapolis market.

A devoted servant of the Lord, Roger was a faithful member of First General Baptist Church in Indianapolis for 67 years. During that time, he poured his heart into nearly every aspect of church life—serving as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, bus driver, and care team member. His willingness to serve and his desire to share God’s love touched countless lives. Roger also extended his ministry beyond the church walls as a dedicated member and trustee of the Crossroads Baptist Association in Indianapolis.

Those left to cherish memories of Roger include his loving wife, Ruby (Williams) Hillenburg of Hazel; son, David Thomas Hillenburg of Hazel; daughter Cheryl Lynn Clark of Port Richey, FL; his grandchildren, Ashley “Tess” Hillenburg, Skylar (Brooks) Daughaday, Kaitlyn (Ryan) Gilchrist, Eric Hillenburg, Jayme (Josh) Odom, Jenifer(D.J.) Harder, Morgan James, Joseph (Whitney) James, Mikaili James, and Thomas Clark; and 16 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by his siblings, Patty Preston, Robert “Bob” Hillenberg and Bill Hillenberg.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in the chapel of Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home, with Rev. Stan Williams officiating.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time, at Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home, 713 S. 4th St., Murray, KY.

The family requests contributions in memory of Roger be made to the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House, c/o The Foundation at MCCH, 803 Poplar St., Murray, KY 42071.

Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home & Cremation Services is privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Hillenburg. Please share your messages of condolence with the family by signing his virtual guestbook at www.blalockcolemanfuneralhome.com.

June 21, 1974 – Dec. 4, 2025

Ms. Amy Lynn Atherton, age 51, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away on December 4, 2025, at her home.

Ms. Atherton was born on June 21, 1974, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Ms. Atherton received her Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Murray State University, later earning her Masters. She was of the Christian faith.

Ms. Atherton was preceded in death by her mother, Sharon (Hicks) Atherton, her grandparents, James and Mary Atherton and Glenn and Lenora Hicks.

Ms. Atherton is survived by her father, David Atherton of Owensboro, Kentucky; one sister, Carey Ann Atherton of Owensboro, Kentucky; her three aunts, Carol Harmon, Cindy Atherton and Kathy Walls and husband Ricky all of Murray, Kentucky; as well as several cousins.

No public visitation or services are planned.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

Sept. 2, 1953 – Dec. 2, 2025

Janet Kay Vickery, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the Murray-Calloway County Hospital.

She was born on September 2, 1953, to Fred Brown and Bonnie Ledbetter. Janet dedicated 27 years of her life as a Certified Nurse Aide at Spring Creek Health Care, where she faithfully cared for her residents and formed many meaningful relationships.

Janet loved taking country cruises, spending quiet afternoons exploring old cemeteries, and—above all—cherished time with her family. She was happiest when bringing her loved ones together, and she especially enjoyed gathering around the table to play cards with them.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Michael Vickery; and her sister, Sue Pater.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Aaron Scott Vickery (Tracy) of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Kenneth Ray “Dude” Vickery of Paducah, Kentucky; her daughters, Tonya McIntosh of Murray, Kentucky, Tracey Hale (Stanley) of Kirksey, Kentucky, and Kelley Carroll (Steven) of Murray, Kentucky; her brother, Donald Brown (Pam) of Kansas City, Missouri; and her sisters, Carolyn Anderson of Topeka, Kansas, and Patty Long (Tom) of Hoyt, Kansas. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Tristan Vickery, Sharanda Wyatt, Brad Jacobs, Brooklyn Martin, Elizabeth Vickery, Jacob Vickery, Zachariah Vickery, Roger McIntosh, Emily McIntosh, Brian Hale, Kaylynn Hale, Autumn Rogers, and Erica Garner; as well as 21 great-grandchildren who brought immense joy to her life.

A private family burial will take place at Asbury Cemetery.

Imes Funeral Home is entrusted with caring for her family.

Sept. 15, 1948 – Dec. 1, 2025

Mrs. Frances Genese Reid (Joiner), age 77, of Murray, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Mrs. Reid was born on September 15, 1948, in Paducah, Kentucky to the late Arthur Joiner and Louise (Cumbee) Joiner. She was a school teacher for 32 years at Murray Elementary School before retiring in 2008. She was also a devoted Christian and a member of University Church of Christ.

Genese earned her undergraduate degree in education and post-graduate degrees from Murray State University. As a school teacher, she touched the lives of so many students over her many decades as an educator; many of whom kept in touch with her even as they grew into adults and had children of their own. She not only taught so many to read and write, but showed them Christ’s love through her own actions with her ability to see the good in every child, to give an extra hug and an, “I love you”, as well as food or clothing to those that may have had a need beyond the classroom.

While her passion for education and children was a cornerstone in her life, it was her love for her family that defined so much of who she was. A beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother. She loved her family more than life itself.

Her husband Tommy was the love of her life on this earth. They not only spent 57 years together as husband and wife, but were best friends. You could find them at their favorite coffee shop on a “date” almost every day.

Her love for the Lord was exemplified through all that she did. Mrs. Reid dedicated so much herself to the Church’s mission of service, teaching Sunday school, vacation Bible school, and volunteering at the Care Corp Food Pantry. To Mrs. Reid, the most important work she did was helping people overcome addiction through recovery programs.

Mrs. Reid is survived by her husband of 57 years, James Thomas Reid Jr. of Murray Kentucky; son, Jonathan Reid and wife Jessica of Paducah, Kentucky; five grandchildren, Emma Reid, Megan Reid, Graham Reid, Bennett Reid, and Harrison Reid of Paducah, Kentucky. She is also survived by her sister, Janice Davania (Glenn) and Jeanette Samaniego (Luis); one niece and 3 nephews, Rebecca Schene (Steve), James Davania (Alisha), Stephen Samaniego (Louisa), and Clayton Samaniego (Kristen); and great nieces and nephew, Lucy, Sienna, Soleil, Vivienne, Lee, and Rowan.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, and from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 5, 2025, at the JH Churchill Funeral Home and Cremation Services with Charley Bazzell officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum in Paducah, Kentucky.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.

Online condolences can be made at www.jhchurchill.com.

June 20, 1955 – Nov. 26, 2025

Robert “Bob” Eugene Hoehn, Jr., 70, of New Concord, Kentucky and formerly of Poseyville, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home after a long illness.

He was born June 20, 1955, to Robert Eugene Hoehn, Sr. and Mary R. (Storey) Hoehn in Evansville, Indiana.

He graduated from North Posey High School in 1974 and worked at Bristol Myers in Evansville, Indiana.

Surviving are his children: Robin, Jamie and Kevin Hoehn; mother: Mary Hoehn; brother: Rodney Dennis Hoehn (Kathleen); sister-in-law: Sara Hoehn; 2 grandchildren: Brice Hoehn and Tristian Hopkins along with a niece: Katie Hoehn.

Preceding him in death were his father; brother: Ronald Dale Hoehn; grandparents: Paul and Evelyn Hoehn.

Graveside services will be held 3 p.m., Friday, December 5, 2025 at the Poseyville Cemetery in Poseyville, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Apostolic Bible Church of Stewartsville, 9808 New Harmony Road, Poseyville, Indiana 47633.

Imes Funeral Home was entrusted with the care of Mr. Hoehn.