Area Obituaries

Beverly “Sue” Covetts Allen, 78, of Lewisport, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY.  She was born in Lewisport, Ky on August 6, 1947 to the late Allen and Mary Lewis Sipes Covetts.  Sue was the youngest of 8 in the family and the last one to precede…

James Ray Adkins, 88, of Lewisport, KY, passed away on December 13, 2025 at Heartland Villa.  He was born on July 11, 1937 in Hancock County to the late Bluford and Josie Scifres Adkins.  Ray was a veteran of the United States Air Force, worked at American Olean Tile for 17 years and then worked…

Harry “Butch” Dean Roberts III, 77, of Hancock County, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025. Born on September 2, 1948, he was preceded in death by his father, Harry Jr.; his mother, Betty; and his brother, Dennis. He is survived by his loving wife, Pat; his brother Johnny (Sherry); his sister Rosemary; his…

Janice R. Bradford, 79, of Lewisport, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at her home under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. She was born in Corydon, IN on March 24, 1946 to the late James S. and Mary Elizabeth Rhodes Wolfe. Janice was a homemaker and of the Methodist faith. Janice was…

William David “Bill” Taylor, 78, of Lewisport, Kentucky, entered eternity in Heaven on December 5, 2025. He is now reunited with his parents William Otto and Irene Board Taylor, and his son, Dave Taylor. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathy; daughter Georgia (Scott) Smith; grandchildren Mitchell and Julia Smith; brother Dan…

Linda Jane Wimmer, 67, of Lewisport, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at her home.  She was born in Alexandria Bay, NY on October 21, 1958 to the late Peter and Eleanor Aubrey Wimmer.  Linda was preceded in death by her mother and father; husband, Fritz; stepfather, Miguel Pacheco, Jr. Linda graduated from Greenwich High School…

Ruby Lee Snyder Driskell, 89, passed away peacefully at home in Hawesville on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her three daughters and Pastor Larry Sosh, who spoke a heartfelt prayer for her as she made her journey to Heaven. A dedicated homemaker in her children’s early years, Ruby worked various jobs until her retirement. She was…

Ray Allen Jones, 75, of Owensboro, went home to meet Jesus on December 2, 2025. He was born December 8, 1949 to the late Clifton and Louise Simpson Jones of Lewisport. From an early age he strived to learn from everyone around him. Ray was an amazing individual with abilities many never knew he possessed.…

Gloria Brown White, 80, of Hawesville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at her home.  She was born in Hawesville on December 2, 1944 to the late Casper and Audrey Arington Brown.  Gloria was a member of Blackford Baptist Church and was a retired School Bus Driver for Hancock County Board of Education.  She enjoyed…

Lora DeJarnette, born on August 6, 1969, entered her heavenly home on November 24, 2025 Lora was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life was marked by her heart, her courage, and her laughter. She had a way of lifting every room she entered. Her laugh was contagious, and her presence was truly enough. Her…