ᐅ Kentucky Death Notices 2009-2025
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▰ Ester Ragland

Died January 23, … More Information
Ester Ragland went into the presence of the Lord on January 23, 2004 in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
Obituary published: January 24, 2004 in "Augusta Ch (GA)"

▰ Donald R Ragland

Died August 01, … More Information
Donald R Ragland, born June 25, 1956 departed this life Sunday August 1, 2017 in Kentucky. Donald was 61.

▰ Denise Laverne Ragland

Died December 29, … More Information
Denise Laverne Ragland, born January 3, 1954 went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2014 in Kentucky. Denise was 60. Tags: #Murray #University #Auburndale #Christ #Willard #Emma #Jones #Margaree #Raymond #Ragland #Wilma #Nellie #Rita #Joseph #Tony #Dennis #Denises #Southern #Arch #Taylor #Antioch #Ohio
Obituary: Denise LaVerne Ragland, 60, of Fairdale passed from this life on 29, 2014. She was a former nurse for the Jefferson Dept., a graduate of Murray State University, and a member of the Auburndale Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her father, Willard L. Ragland, and an aunt, Emma Jewell Jones. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Margaree Ragland; uncles, Raymond Byers and Bob Ragland (Martha); aunts, Wilma Byers and Nellie Gross; cousins, Rita Byers, Joseph Ragland, Tony and Dennis Gross. A service to celebrate Denises life will be held at 10 am in the Southern Chapel of Arch L. Heady & Son, 3601 Taylor Blvd. Private burial will follow in the Antioch in Ohio . Visitation will be from 6-8 pm . Online condolences may be shared with the family at, www.archlheadysouthenfh.com.

▰ Denise Laverne Ragland

Died December 29, … More Information
Denise Laverne Ragland, born January 3, 1954 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home December 29, 2014 in Louisville, Kentucky. Denise was 60.
Family members and close friends: , Lanell B, Monita, Christine Richardson, Tim&brenda Caple, Joan Straub

▰ Blanche (Tyler) Ragland

Died June 03, … More Information
Blanche (Tyler) Ragland, 82 of Winchester, Kentucky, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, June 3, 1998.
Obituary published: June 04, 1998 in "Lexington H-L"

▰ Bettie Lee Ragland

Died October 13, … More Information
Bettie Lee Ragland, born September 16, 1935 joined the Lord October 13, 2015 in Munfordville, Kentucky. Bettie was 80. Tags: #Gilbert
Obituary: Bettie was born on 16, 1935 and passed away on , 13, 2015. Bettie was a resident of Munfordville, Kentucky at the time of passing. Bettie was married to Gilbert.

▰ Annie Mae Ragland

Died December 19, … More Information
Annie Mae Ragland, of Hodgenviile, Kentucky, entered into eternal rest December 19, 2007. Annie was 94.
Obituary published: December 20, 2007 in "HCNH"

▰ Adeline Ragland

Died January 29, … More Information
Adeline Ragland, of Kentucky, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 29, 1912. Adeline was 115.
Obituary published: January 30, 1912 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Evelyn Raggard

Died April 06, … More Information
Evelyn Raggard, born December 18, 1929 went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2010 in Mount Washington, Kentucky. Evelyn was 80. Tags: #Beechland #Church #Life #Sophie #Farmers #Glen #Frank #William #Kessinger #Virginia #Earlene #Drew #Nancy #Jewell #Edward #Raggard #Wright #Mark #Robin #Heady #Dixie #Louisville #Gardens #Ethos #Living #Reflections #Woodlake
Obituary: RAGGARD, EVELYN KESSINGER, 80, of Louisville, died , 6, 2010 at Baptist East, Palliative Hospital.

Preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Viola Kessinger; brother, Jerry Kessinger; and her loving husband of 61 years, Reginald " " Raggard Jr.

She was a member of Beechland Baptist Church. Evelyn excelled in every endeavor she attempted and added her own special unique "Spice of Life." In addition to her excellent seamstress and cooking skills, she enjoyed painting, photography, reading, singing, playing the piano and spending time with her loyal dog, Sophie. Her most joyous time was the years she spent selling produce at Farmers Market.

Survivors include four brothers, Glen Kessinger, Frank Kessinger, William (Brenda) Kessinger, Joe (Grace) Kessinger; two sisters, Virginia Goatley and Earlene (Alan) Drew; five children, Nancy (Bob) Jewell, Edward (Jackie) Raggard, Dr. Diane (Dr. Charles) Wright, Mark (Cathy) Raggard, and Robin (Cindy) Raggard; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Viewing will be held at Heady Hardy , 7710 Dixie HIghway, Louisville, KY 40258 on 9, 2010 from 1-8 p.m. and the memorial service is on , 10 2010 at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Gardens West . Donations can be made to Ethos Assisted Living Facility Reflections Memory , 520 Woodlake Dr., Mt. Washington, KY 40047-5123

▰ Clara Mae (Stowers) Raggard

Died June 29, … More Information
Clara Mae (Stowers) Raggard, age 90 of Louisville, Kentucky, went into the presence of the Lord on June 29, 1999.
Obituary published: June 30, 1999 in "Louisville C-J"

▰ Zalpha Ann Rager

Died October 08, … More Information
Zalpha Ann Rager, born October 11, 1938 entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 8, 2014 in Bremen, Kentucky. Zalpha was 75. Tags: #Owensboro #Living #Church #Central #William #Kathy #Bremen #Jeff #Troy #Lana #Connis #Dunmor #Tucker #Latham #Elder #Waller
Obituary: BREMEN - Zalpha Ann Rager, 75, of Bremen, went to be with the Lord on , 8, 2014, at 3:57PM at Muhlenberg Community Hospital. Mrs. Rager was born 11, 1938, in Owensboro. She was a homemaker and member of Living Word Church in Central City. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Rager. Survivors include her children, Kathy Stanley of Bremen, Jeff Rager of Owensboro, Troy Rager of Bremen, and Lana Rager of Bremen; nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and brother, Connis Mercer of Dunmor. services will be , 11, 2014, at 2:00PM at Tucker in Central City, with Rev. Justin Latham officiating, assisted by Elder Buddy Waller. Burial in Mt. Pisgah . Visitation will be after 5:00PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

▰ William W Rager

Died November 11, … More Information
William W Rager, age 55 of Sacramento, Kentucky, entered Heaven's gates on November 11, 2001.
Obituary published: November 12, 2001 in "Evansville Courier (IN)"

▰ Thelma Jean Rager

Died July 20, … More Information
Thelma Jean Rager, born February 27, 1953 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 20, 2014 in Central City, Kentucky. Thelma was 61. Tags: #Todd #Tudors #Elvis #Kelly #Central #Elizabeth #Cleaton #Dorris #Hopkinsville #Robert #Cadiz #Wilma #Earline #Helen #Elkton #Ruth #Morton #Russellville #Fairmount #Fugate
Obituary: CENTRAL CIY - Thelma Jean Rager, 61, of Central City, died , 20, 2014, at 2:05PM at her home. Mrs. Rager was born 27, 1953, in Todd . She was the manager at Tudors Nursery. Survivors include her husband, Elvis Rager; daughters Kelly Rager of Central City and Elizabeth Ewing of Cleaton; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brothers Dorris Silvy of Hopkinsville and Robert Silvy of Cadiz; and sisters Wilma Gilkey of Central City, Earline Silvy of Central City, Helen Sawyer of Elkton, and Ruth Ann Morton of Russellville. Graveside funeral services will be , 24, 2014, at 10:00AM at Fairmount in Central City, with Rev. Archie Fugate officiating. Burial to follow. Tucker is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

▰ Perry Lee Rager

Died October 03, … More Information
Perry Lee Rager, born January 30, 1951 entered Heaven's gates on October 3, 2020 in Fairdale, Kentucky. Perry was 69.
Family members and close friends: , Susie Woods

▰ Mary Catherine Rager

Died June 17, … More Information
Mary Catherine Rager, age 1 of Covington, Kentucky, passed from this life on June 17, 1911.
Obituary published: June 18, 1911 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Margie Nell Rager

Died May 22, … More Information
Margie Nell Rager, born November 13, 1922 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home May 22, 2015 in Central City, Kentucky. Margie was 92. Tags: #Muhlenberg #Calvary #Church #Samuel #Jackie #Jimmy #Rager #Beechmont #David #Central #Phyllis #Hanson #Ruby #Adell #Tucker #Burden #Rose
Obituary: CENTRAL CITY - Margie Nell Rager, 92, of Central City, died , May 22, 2015, at Owensboro Regional Hospital. Mrs. Rager was born 13, 1922, in Muhlenberg . She was a homemaker and member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Rager; and son Jackie Rager. She is survived by her sons, Jimmy (Patricia) Rager of Beechmont and David (Joyce) Rager of Central City; daughter Phyllis (Tommy) Rager of Hanson; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sisters Ruby Sallee and Adell Markwell, both of Central City. services will be , May 24, 2015, at 2:00PM at Tucker in Central City, with Rev. Tim Burden officiating. Burial in Rose Hill . Visitation will be after 11:00AM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

▰ Lonnie R Rager

Died August 28, … More Information
Lonnie R Rager, born March 19, 1933 went into the presence of the Lord on August 28, 2006 in Owensboro, Kentucky. Lonnie was 73. Tags: #Owensboro #System #Muhlenburg #Claude #Etta #Rager #Walnut #Baptist #Frances #David #Tracey #Cody #Keelie #Glenn #Chapel #Pleasant #Grove
Obituary: Lonnie Rager, 73, of 2523 E. 9th. St., Owensboro, passed away on , 28, 2006 at Owensboro Medical System. He was born in Muhlenburg Co., Ky. to the late Claude & Etta Rager. He was the owner of Rager Fence Co., a member of Walnut Memorial Baptist Church, and was a U. S. Army veteran.

Surviving is his wife of 52 years, Frances Rager, a son and his wife, David & Tracey Rager, and two grandchildren, Cody & Keelie Rager, all of Owensboro.

Services will be at 11:30 A.M. , 1, at the Glenn Chapel with burial following in Pleasant Grove . Visitation will be from 2:00-8:00 P.M. and after 9:00 A.M. at the funeral home.


Birthplace:  Muhlenburg Co., Ky.
Resided In:  Owensboro KY USA
Visitation:   31, 2006
Service:   01, 2006
:  Pleasant Grove

▰ Kathryn Elizabeth Rager

Died March 12, … More Information
Kathryn Elizabeth Rager, born August 7, 1921 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her March 12, 2016 in Leitchfield, Kentucky. Kathryn was 94.

▰ Homer Lee Rager

Died October 23, … More Information
Homer Lee Rager, 70, of Bremen, Kentucky, left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home October 23, 2001.
Obituary published: October 24, 2001 in "Owensboro I (TN)"

▰ Frances Marie Rager

Died November 05, … More Information
Frances Marie Rager, born January 24, 1926 passed away peacefully November 5, 2008 in Owensboro, Kentucky. Frances was 82.

▰ Eyvone "Ester" Rager

Died March 28, … More Information
Eyvone "Ester" Rager went into the presence of the Lord on March 28, 2015 in Bremen, Kentucky. Tags: #Linda #Bremen #Tonya #Rager #Terry #Christy #Hanson #Melonie #Anderson #Madisonville #Malorie #Takaylia #Troy #Dillon #Bowling #Terrian #Kimber #Leah #Cameron #Cole #Tyler #Tucker #Central #Green #Cherry #Eyvones #Tammy
Obituary: BREMEN - Eyvone Rager, 78, Bremen passed away peacefully , 28, 2015 at Baptist in Madisonville, KY after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her husband Junior Rager,; children Kathy Rager, Kay Anderson, and Jerry Rager; great-grandson Traycin Anderson.
Eyvone enjoyed spending time with family and friends, spending time outdoors, tending to her flowers and watching the hummingbirds. In her younger days she enjoyed horseback riding with her family and friends. She is survived by her children Linda Edds (Mark) of Bremen, Tonya (Mark) Rager Bullock of Bremen, and Terry Rager of Bremen; grandchildren Christy Bryan (Steve) of Hanson, Melonie Jordan) Anderson Baize of Madisonville, Malorie Edds of Bremen, Takaylia Bullock of Bremen, Troy (Nikki) Anderson of Bremen, Dillon Rager of Bowling Green and Terrian Bullock of Bremen; great-grandchildren Kimber Edds, Leah Bryan Cameron Bryan, Cole Anderson and Tyler Bryan. services will be 31, 2015 at 12 noon at Tucker in Central City with Bro. J.W. Haire officiating and Bro. Danny Green assisting. Burial will be in Cherry Hill . Visitation will be 30, 2015 after 5:00 PM at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a wholehearted thank you to Eyvones caregiver, Tammy Basham, who loved and cared for her as if she were her own.

▰ Elvis Thomas Rager

Died February 23, … More Information
Elvis Thomas Rager, born January 6, 1958 passed away peacefully February 23, 2017 in Powderly, Kentucky. Elvis was 59.

▰ Dorris O Rager

Died May 16, … More Information
Dorris O Rager, born May 16, 1940 went into the presence of the Lord on May 16, 2015 in Elkton, Kentucky. Dorris was 75.

▰ Dakota Scott Rager

Died November 16, … More Information
Dakota Scott Rager, born April 5, 1991 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord November 16, 2015 in Belton, Kentucky. Dakota was 24.

▰ Rosemary Carder Ragar

Died July 11, … More Information
Rosemary Carder Ragar, born December 7, 1948 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home July 11, 2016 in Brownsville, Kentucky. Rosemary was 67.

▰ Jo Ann Ragar

Died October 21, … More Information
Jo Ann Ragar, born May 9, 1950 joined the Lord October 21, 2015 in Lewisburg, Kentucky. Jo was 65. Tags: #Henry
Obituary: Jo was born on May 9, 1950 and passed away on , 21, 2015. Jo was a resident of Lewisburg, Kentucky at the time of passing. Jo was married to Henry.

▰ Bob Ragar

Died July 16, … More Information
Bob Ragar, of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed from this world into the next July 16, 2011. Bob was 53.
Obituary published: July 17, 2011 in "Pine Bluff Com (AR)"

▰ Wanda Ragan

Died December 06, … More Information
Wanda Ragan, of Edgewood, Kentucky, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she December 6, 2010. Wanda was 81.
Obituary published: December 07, 2010 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Robert L Ragan

Died June 11, … More Information
Robert L Ragan, age 47 of Covington, Kentucky, entered Heaven's gates on June 11, 1914.
Obituary published: June 12, 1914 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Lonnie L Ragan

Died May 02, … More Information
Lonnie L Ragan, born December 18, 1936 entered into eternal rest May 2, 2012 in Louisville, Kentucky. Lonnie was 75.

▰ Johanna Ragan

Died April 07, … More Information
Johanna Ragan, age 25 of Covington, Kentucky, passed from this life on April 7, 1914.
Obituary published: April 08, 1914 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ James Allen Ragan

Died June 10, … More Information
James Allen Ragan, born June 6, 1917 joined the Lord June 10, 2015 in Pembroke, Kentucky. James was 98. Tags: #Daisy
Obituary: James was born on 6, 1917 and passed away on , 10, 2015. James was a resident of Pembroke, Kentucky at the time of passing. James was married to Daisy.

▰ George W Ragan

Died June 29, … More Information
George W Ragan, of Edgewood, Kentucky, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home June 29, 2011. George was 82.
Obituary published: June 30, 2011 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ George W Ragan

Died July 06, … More Information
George W Ragan, age 82 of Edgewood, Kentucky, entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 6, 2011.
Obituary published: July 07, 2011 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Fred M Ragan

Died February 21, … More Information
Fred M Ragan, a resident of Louisville, Kentucky for decades, died February 21, 1999 in Louisville, Kentucky at the age of 71.
Obituary published: February 22, 1999 in "Louisville C-J"

▰ Frances M Ragan

Died May 09, … More Information
Frances M Ragan, born April 18, 1917 died May 9, 2012 in Louisville, Kentucky. Frances was 95.

▰ Dorothy Mildred Ragan

Died October 14, … More Information
Dorothy Mildred Ragan, age 97 of Ludlow, Kentucky, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 14, 2017.
Obituary published: October 15, 2017 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Dorothy Mildred Ragan

Died October 13, … More Information
Dorothy Mildred Ragan, of Ludlow, Kentucky, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 13, 2017. Dorothy was 97.
Obituary published: October 14, 2017 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Dorothy Mildred Ragan

Died October 12, … More Information
Dorothy Mildred Ragan, born August 20, 1920 passed from this world into the next October 12, 2017 in Ludlow, Kentucky. Dorothy was 97.

▰ David Clemens Ragan

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Barbara A (Hisle) [Alexander] [Mcmahan] Ragan

Died June 02, … More Information
Barbara A (Hisle) [Alexander] [Mcmahan] Ragan, of Edgewood, Kentucky, passed from this life on June 2, 2013. Barbara was 76.
Obituary published: June 03, 2013 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Shanta Kirshranandrao Ragade

Died June 27, … More Information
Shanta Kirshranandrao Ragade, of Kentucky, gained her wings on June 27, 2000. Shanta was 83.
Obituary published: June 28, 2000 in "Courier J"

▰ Janet Faye (Hurst) Raftice

Died March 21, … More Information
Janet Faye (Hurst) Raftice, of Edgewood, Kentucky, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 21, 2010. Janet was 68.
Obituary published: March 22, 2010 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Ronald "Riff" Raftery

Died June 24, … More Information
Ronald "Riff" Raftery, of Kentucky, born in Newark, Ohio, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 24, 2019.
Obituary published: June 25, 2019 in "Newark Advocate (OH)"

▰ Winnie Rafferty

Died July 13, … More Information
Winnie Rafferty, 76, went to be with the Lord on July 13, 1902 in Covington, Kentucky.
Obituary published: July 14, 1902 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ William T Rafferty

Died March 01, … More Information
William T Rafferty, age 79 of Louisville, Kentucky, died on March 1, 1999.
Obituary published: March 02, 1999 in "Louisville C-J"

▰ Tina (Nation) Rafferty

Died October 20, … More Information
Tina (Nation) Rafferty, age 98 of Owensboro, Kentucky, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 20, 2000.
Obituary published: October 21, 2000 in "Evansville Courier (IN)"

▰ Susie Rafferty

Died December 26, … More Information
Susie Rafferty, age 77 of Highland Heights, Kentucky, entered eternal life December 26, 2019.
Obituary published: December 27, 2019 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Stewart Allen Rafferty

Died August 20, … More Information
Stewart Allen Rafferty, born August 20, 2004 entered Heaven's gates on August 20, 2004 in Kentucky. Stewart was 0. Tags: #William #Lynn #Owensboro #Roger #Jane #Virginia #Clear #Iowa #Mary #Adrian #Emogene #Henryville #Uncles #Josh #Kevin #Lexington #Aunt #Rafferty #Joshua #Yelllow #Baptist #Gardens #Memorial
Obituary: Stewart Allen Rafferty, infant son of Greg and Hadley Rafferty, of 2714 Sunrise Drive, Owensboro, passed away , 20, 2004, at Kosair Childrens Hospital in Louisville. He was born in Louisville.

Also surviving are his maternal grandparents, William & Lynn Burden of Owensboro, paternal grandparents, Roger & Jane Rafferty of Owensboro, maternal great grandmother, Virginia Crabb of Clear Lake, Iowa, paternal great grandparents, Mary Davis of Owensboro, and Adrian & Emogene Rafferty of Henryville, In., 2 Uncles, Josh Brood of Clear Lake and Kevin Rafferty of Lexington, and 1 Aunt, Amy Rafferty of Owensboro, and a cousin, Joshua Brood of Clear Lake.

Visitation will be from 9 am till noon on at Yelllow Creek Baptist Church. services and burial will be private, with burial in Owensboro Memorial Gardens.
Birthplace:  Jefferson Co., Ky.
Resided In:  Owensboro KY USA
Visitation:   25, 2004
Service:   27, 2004
:  Owensboro Memorial Gardens

▰ Sandra Rafferty

Died January 16, … More Information
Sandra Rafferty, born June 30, 1942 departed this life Sunday January 16, 2019 in Louisville, Kentucky. Sandra was 76.
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