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Tommy E. Williams, age 69, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.  He was born in Butler Co., KY on Dec. 1, 1955.  Tommy was a retired coal miner and fire fighter, who served as the Chief for several years.  He loved to tinker and fish.    He was preceded in death by his parents TJ and Kathleen Snell Williams; wife Suzie Lee Williams; brothers Bub Williams, Buddy Williams and sister Louise Harold.

JoAnn Brooks Gary, age 78, of Caneyville, KY passed away Monday, (December 16, 2024) at her home surrounded by family. 

She was born on September 1, 1946 in Daviess County, KY, the daughter of the late Joe and Hettie Mae Flener Brooks. 

Margaret M. Engler, age 81, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, at her residence on Coal Road in Morgantown, KY. Born on Saturday, September 18, 1943, in Belton, KY, Margaret's life was a tapestry of cherished moments and enduring relationships.

John W. Hoover, age 72 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Thursday,  December 12, 2024, at the Morgantown Care & Rehab. Born on Monday,  July 7, 1952, in Morgantown, Kentucky, John's journey through life was marked by his friendly demeanor, wisdom, and handy nature.

Darrell "Dink" Embry, age 75 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Morgantown Care & Rehab. Born on Saturday, August 13, 1949, in Butler County, Kentucky to the late Veldon "Buck" Embry and Ada Loretta Embry.

He is survived by his aunts, Levone Embry and Kathy Horton, along with a host of friends who became his extended family. To know Dink was to love him, and his presence was a gift to all who had the pleasure to know him.

Clayton Andrew "Clay" Daugherty, age 33 of Morgantown, KY, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Friday, June 21, 1991, in Bowling Green, KY, Clay's infectious laughter and brilliant mind brightened the lives of all who knew him.

Gerald Dean Hawkins, age 78, of Rochester, KY passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024.  He was born in Morgantown, KY on Aug. 17, 1946.  Gerald was the former owner of D&G Archery with his wife Deniece, he retired from TVA Paradise after 26 years, he was a member of Sandy Creek Missionary Baptist Church and a Veteran of the United States Army.  He enjoyed dancing, fishing and hunting with his grandkids and family.  He was also a member of the NWTF and the NRA.   He was preceded in death by his parents Elbridge and Loda Pearl Childers Hawkins and a brother Randall Hawkins.

Maitland B. "Sonny" Rice Jr., age 85 of Logansport, KY, passed away peacefully at his residence in Logansport, KY, on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Born on Wednesday, July 5, 1939, in Owensboro, KY, Sonny was a man whose life was defined by dedication to his family, service to his country, and commitment to his faith.

David J. Dunn, age 83, of Morgantown, KY passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.  He was born in Morgantown, KY on Dec. 17, 1940.  David was a co-owner of Dunn and Sons Garage and a welder.  He loved to fish, hunt, cook, spend time with his family and was very artistic.  He was preceded in death by his parents George and Lucille Arnold Dunn; sisters Maye Phelps and Rachel Poole; brothers Laynes, Glen and Ernie Dunn.

Allen Lee Mason, 81, of Owensboro, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at his home. He was born October 17, 1943 in Morgantown to the late Ellek and Pauline Johnson and was raised by William J. Mason and Sissy Johnson Payne. Allen retired from Commonwealth Aluminum and was a member of Eaton Memorial Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Allen enjoyed bowling, watching Tampa Bay Buccaneers, tinkering outside in his garage and making homemade knives.