Barnett Strother Funeral Home

02/04/2026

Debra Williams, 68, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess.
Debra was born on January 11, 1958, to the late Carl Allen Massey and Enola Stanley Massey. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Williams, and brother, Rodger Massey.
Debra worked in environmental services at the Western Kentucky Veterans Center. She was a member of The Jesus Way Church. Debra loved watching Halmark movies and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her daughter, Dicee (Chase) Morgan of Madisonville; sons, Nathan Stewart of Madisonville, Shayne Stewart of Madisonville, and Steve Stewart of Morehead, KY; sister, Judy (Lynn) Burden of Madisonville Darlene Ezell of Madisonville, and Rose (Bill) Hibbs of Madisonville; brothers, Timmy (Barb) Massey of Madisonville and Keith (Cristal) Massey of Madisonville; along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home, Madisonville Chapel, with Pastor Timmy Massey officiating. Burial will follow in Hanson Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until service time on Monday at the funeral home.

Debra was born on January 1st, 1958 and passed away on February 3rd, 2026 at the age of 68

01/29/2026

Melinda Ely, 70 of Madisonville, KY passed away on Thursday, January 29,
2026 at her residence.
She was born January 9, 1956, in Burlington, VT to the late Paul Machia and Marlene Cota Densmore.
Mrs. Ely worked at Brighton Cornerstone Healthcare, where she was famous for loving the patients. She took joy in every activity they held for the residents and would often surprise them by wearing crazy outfits. Melinda was an “adventurer.” She loved wandering with her family, often not knowing the destination beforehand. She had a love for gardening and anything involving butterflies.
She is survived by her husband of over 30 years, Joe Ely; daughter, Amy (Jeremiah) Jeffers of Newburgh, IN; sons, Matthew (Sarah) Moultroup of Richmond, VT and Adam Moultroup of West Chazy, NY; brother, Bill Machia and Rodney Hyden; and grandchildren, Abby Weston, Robby Weston, Iris Moultroup, Ethan Moultroup, Ginny Moultroup, and Hank Moultroup.
Services for the family were provided by Barnett-Strother Funeral Home and Crematory in Madisonville.

Melida was born on January 9th, 1956 and passed away on January 29th, 2026 at the age of 70

01/27/2026

Larry Wayne Blanchard, 80, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess.
He was born on May 27, 1945, in Madisonville, KY to the late Hubert Blanchard and the late Era Leona Pierce Blanchard. In addition to his parents, Larry was also preceded in death by his loving wife, Mabel Moore Blanchard, and his niece, Emily Chilcutt.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Airforce and bravely fought in the Vietnam War. He was a salesman for Wilmar Hydraulics, and a member of the VFW.
He is survived by two sisters, Janie Spainward and Linda Bell; niece, Melissa Dorris; several nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and nephews.
Visitation has been canceled due to inclement weather.
Burial will be held at a later date.
Barnett-Strother Funeral Home was entrusted with care.

Larry was born on May 27th, 1945 and passed away on January 18th, 2026 at the age of 80

01/26/2026

Funeral services for Mr. Werley will be held at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 4, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Madisonville with the Bishop of the church officiating. Cremation will follow.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 3, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home and Crematory.

Ernest was born on June 7th, 1954 and passed away on January 22nd, 2026 at the age of 71

01/21/2026

Patty Ann Winstead 72 of Beulah, KY passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 20,
2026. She was born March 28, 1953, in Madisonville, KY to the late Curtis and Bea Winstead.
Patty was a surgical tech and worked in Central Supply at Regional Medical Center for over 30 years. She was a member of Abundant Grace Fellowship church in Madisonville. Patty enjoyed traveling, shopping, and UK basketball. She also had a passion for fashion and was an avid thrill seeker. She always enjoyed a trip to an amusement park, or going to the Great Smoky Mountains. But what she loved most of all was spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Carlos “Corky” Winstead and an infant brother, Jackie Winstead.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years Michael Winstead, her son Blake (April) Winstead of Nebo, Ky, and daughter Brooke (Brad) McCord of Dawson Springs. She was Nana to three grandchildren that were the joy of her life, Aly McCord, Ava McCord, and Cooper Winstead.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday January 23, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home and Crematory Madisonville Chapel with Pastor Mike Bourland officiating. Burial will follow at New Beulah Cemetery in Beulah.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Thursday and after 9:00 A.M. until the service time Friday at the Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Blake Winstead, Mark Knight, Brad McCord, Irvin Wright, Cooper Winstead, and Maddox Knight. Honorary pallbearers will be Luke Wright, Cruz Cavanaugh, and Samuel Page.

Patty was born on March 28th, 1953 and passed away on January 20th, 2026 at the age of 72

01/20/2026

Florine Faye Gentry Todd Alexander, age 87, passed away peacefully January 19th. 2026 at Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville.
Faye was born August 21st, 1938 to the late Raymond Virgil and Catherine "Polly" McCormick Gentry. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Madisonville and a retired daycare provider. caring and loving dozens of children for over 30 years, being known as "Mammaw Faye".
She was married to her first husband Bobby Todd for 42 years and later. found love again when she married Dr. Wallace Alexander, having 13 years of marital bliss until his passing in 2019.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Timothy Todd and daughter-in-law; Emily Todd; brothers. Kenneth, Bill, Joe, Monroe, Doug and Lonnie Gentry; her sisters, Bernice Spaulding, Mildred Clayton, Margaret Todd, Vicki Baker, and her precious twin sister. Lorene Gaye White.
Surviving are her 3 children, Ronnie (Shasta) Todd and Lynne (Barry) Glaysbrook of Madisonville and Patty (Sammy) Franklin of Hanson. Her grandchildren, Dwight Franklin, Derrick Franklin, Jennifer (Shannon) Epley and bonus grands, Stephanie (Juan Carlos Gomez) Gomez-Sharp and Scott Sharp. She is also survived by her great grandchildren, Collin, Kate, Wyatt and Liam; her brothers. Raymond, Terry, and Sam Gentry; along with her sisters, Louise Rickard, Evelyn Rivet, Debbie Carroll; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A special thanks to the nurses on 3 east at Baptist Health and Park Grove Nursing Home for the care they have shown.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 P.M. Friday, January 23, 2026 at Barnett and Strother Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Burzynski and Bro. Sammy Franklin officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Brick Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until service time Friday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Dwight and Derrick Franklin, Barry Glaysbrook, Juan Carlos Gomez, Jimmy Todd, and Danny Forbes and honorary pallbearer is Bob White.

Florine was born on August 28th, 1938 and passed away on January 19th, 2026 at the age of 87

01/17/2026

Evelyn Joyce Hopper Sisk, 92, of Madisonville, KY, passed away to her heavenly home on Friday January 16, 2026.
She was born on November 22, 1933, in Union County, KY to the late Flaudy and Thelma Hopper. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Sisk; son, Jeffrey Knight; and brothers, Jerry and Charles Hopper.
She was a member of Park Avenue Baptist Church, where she was known to many as Mrs. Joyce. She had a love for children’s ministry where she served for many years. She also loved singing in the choir and playing the piano and organ.
Mrs. Joyce was a sweet lady who was strong-willed and strong-minded. She loved her family and was very protective of her sons, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchild.
She is survived by her two sons, Terry Knight of Florida and Tracy (Debbie) Knight of Illinois; sister, Marilyn Shanks of Florida; grandsons, Matthew (Joanna) Knight, Wesley (Jen) Knight, and Kyle Knight; granddaughters, Kelly Knight and Tiffany Knight; great grandchildren, Parkker, Kallan, Ava, Luke, Benjamin, Nolyn, Addy, and Layla; great great grandson, Skyye; three step-grandchildren; nine step-great grandchildren; along with special friends, Marty and Donna Vincent and Len and Mary Beth Young.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home in Madisonville with Bro. Len Young officiating. Burial will take place at Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until the service time Thursday at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Parkker Collins, Wes Knight, Kyle Knight, Kallan Knight, David Hopper, and Tate Young; Honorary pallbearer will be Marty Vincent.

Evelyn was born on November 22nd, 1933 and passed away on January 16th, 2026 at the age of 92

01/13/2026

Edna June Talley, 94, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Monday January 12, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on June 22, 1931, in Montgomery County, TN to the late Hubert F. Head and Minnie Lou Head. She was also preceded in death by her husband, B. Evans Talley in 2007, along with her sisters, Sue Kimbrough and Martha Grant.
Mrs. Talley was a graduate of Guthrie Kentucky High School and later Austin Peay State University in Clarksville. After graduating, she worked as an elementary school teacher in Todd and Hopkins County until her retirement in 1991. June was a member of First Christian Church in Madisonville, where her passions were the choir and Christian Women’s Fellowship. She also served as an elder at the church.
She is survived by her children, Evans Talley of Madisonville, Marilyn Talley of Madisonville, Tim (Susan) Talley of Plano, TX, and Philip Talley of Murray, KY; grandchildren, Kyle Talley of Oaktown, IN and Hannah (Patrick) Talley Stone of Ft. Worth, TX; along with her nieces and nephew.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home in Madisonville with Rev. Kara Foster officiating. Burial will take place at Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until the service time Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Madisonville First Christian Church or a charity of your preference.

Edna was born on June 22nd, 1931 and passed away on January 12th, 2026 at the age of 94

01/12/2026

1) Take It One Day At A Time
2) Talk About Your Loved One
3) Start A New Tradition
4) Gift Yourself Self-Care
5) Find What Makes You Feel Good

01/06/2026

William “Bill” Lambert Turnier, 57, of Madisonville, KY passed away, Monday January 5, 2026, in Hanson, KY.
He was born on December 2, 1968 in Tulsa, OK to the late Lambert “Bert” Joseph Turnier and Carol Ann Eppard Turnier.
Bill worked as a truck driver for Ware Trucking, working for Doyle Ware for over 25 years. He was a gentle giant who loved his family very much. He enjoyed 80’s music, Star Trek, and being a grillmaster.
He is survived by his daughters, Christina Turnier of Madisonville and Mallie Turnier of Madisonville; granddaughter, MaLeah McReynolds, aka Papa’s “Tinker,”; sister, Angie (Monty) Crawford of Gallatin, TN; brothers, Ron (Mollie) Turnier of Louisville, KY and Steve (Abby) Turnier of Louisville; son-in-love, Labryan Horne of Highland Heights, KY best friend, Connie Harralson of Madisonville; and multiple nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, January 9, 2026, at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home – Madisonville Chapel with Jeff Calhoun officiating.
Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. until service time Friday at the funeral home.
To honor Bill’s laid back personality, the family asks that you come casual and sporting your favorite band attire.

William was born on December 2nd, 1968 and passed away on January 6th, 2026 at the age of 57

01/05/2026

Danny Edward Kirkwood, age 84, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Monday January 5, 2026, with family at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.
He was born on October 1, 1941, in Coiltown, KY to the late Edward Kirkwood and Hilda Dorene Cunningham Kirkwood. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by two brothers, Doyle Kirkwood and Mark Dwayne Kirkwood.
Danny worked as an electrician at Island Creek Co. He was a member of Praise Temple where he served as an elder and a board member in addition to being a part of the Young at Heart Adult Group. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and fishing, spending time with his family, and specifically enjoyed his coffee mornings with his brother-in-law, Rick Drinkard. Above all, he loved God
He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Sue Drinkard Kirkwood of Madisonville; two daughters, Kimberly Kirkwood (Gary) Nelson of Vincennes, IN, and Dana (Jeffery) Adkins of Ukiah, CA; one son, Dr. Daniel Edwin (Betsy) Kirkwood of Emerald Isle, NC; one sister, Lana Kirkwood of Madisonville; twelve grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his beloved fur baby, Jazzy
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Praise Temple with Bro. Phillip Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Creek Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until the service time Wednesday at the church.

Danny was born on October 1st, 1941 and passed away on January 5th, 2026 at the age of 84

01/05/2026

Cleates Earl "PeeWee" Purdy, 88, of Madisonville, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, Kentucky.
He was born on July 29, 1937, to the late Woodrow and Pearl Purdy. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Rosemary Myers Purdy.
PeeWee attended Murray State University and spent 65 years in automobile sales. He began his career at Purdy Motors and later became the owner and operator of Purdy's Car Center (also known as Car Outlet) on North Main Street, where he served the community for many years. PeeWee was known for his quick and hearty laugh and enjoyed fishing, watching University of Kentucky basketball & St. Louis Cardinals baseball, and relaxing with classic Westerns on television.
He is survived by his three children: Jeffrey Morton (Lisa Purdy of Madisonville, Debra Ann (Eric) Habermehl of Madisonville, and Sara Beth (Dale) Clark of Russellville; and one sister, Shirley Meers of Charleston, South Carolina. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, with one more expected.
A celebration of PeeWee's life will be held at a future date.

Cleates was born on July 29th, 1937 and passed away on January 4th, 2026 at the age of 88