Obituaries

LOUISVILLE, KY., Monicka Quinnette Bryant, 60, of Louisville passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at the Baptist Hospital East in Louisville, KY. She was born November 21, 1962 at Owensboro Daviess County Hospital in Owensboro, KY. She came out kicking and screaming and did that all of her life. Quinnette graduated from Owensboro High School in 1980 and was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She attended college at Bresia University and moved on to Indiana University (IU) in Bloomington, IN, where she eventually graduated in the field of nursing. She worked tirelessly as private duty nanny for many years and received so much fulfillment from helping to raise so many children. Monicka (Quinnette), as we all called her, was a loving soul. She loved to sing, dance, and was always down for a good time. Crocheting and knitting was her favorite hobby. She was really good at it. She loved to cook, try out new recipes and loved Jamaican food. Quinnette loved traveling and lived in various states. Even though Quinnette never had kids of her own, she took loving care of each one of her nieces and nephews as if they were her own. She was known as, “Aunt Bunny” to all the children around her. Quinnette loved and was loved deeply by her family. Even though her years on this earth were cut short, Quinnette always believed in living each day as if it was her last day. She always moved to the beat of her own drum and never had any regrets. She is at peace and we all know this is not a goodbye, but a “see you later” sis.

Quinnette is preceded in death by a brother Robert Lamont Young, a sister

Omega Louise Young, grandparents Elvie Bryant, Sr and Mary Sue Bryant, 3 aunts Annice Gardener, Martha Bryant, and Agnes Higgs, 2 uncles Finis Bryant and Franklin Bryant.

Survivors include her mother Mary B. Morton, Stepfather Michael Morton, Sr., a brother Michael (Laverna) Morton, Jr., 4 sisters Darby (Terry) Lyon, Bridget Brown, Markeilla (Ray) Elliott, and Kimberly Young Simons, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be Tuesday, May 30, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 Noon at the church.  

Services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 12 Noon at Zion Missionary Baptist Church 2311 West Ninth Street in Owensboro, KY. 

Burial will be in Owensboro Memorial Gardens 5050 KY Hwy 144 Owensboro, KY, 42303. Rev. Larry D. Lewis Eulogist. 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home, 109 Court Row, Greenville, KY 42345.

CENTRAL CITY, KY., John Wiley Agnew, Jr., 57, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 at the Baptist Health Madisonville Deaconess in Madisonville, KY. He was born September 2, 1965 in Nashville, TN. He was a member of the New Immanuel, ACOTLG Church in Central City and worked in the service industry as a culinary preparer. He loved different genres of music, his church family and spending time with his friends and family.

His parents John and Carrie Agnew, 2 sisters Debra Hastings and Jane Agnew all preceded him in death.  

Survivors include 1 son Cedrick Owens, Nashville, TN., 2 grandchildren Cedrick Owens and Harlee Owens both of Nashville, TN., 3 sisters Barbara Tubbs of Old Hickory, TN., Carrie (Harry) Branch of Mt. Juliet, TN., and  Robbie (Arthur) Saulsberry of Central City, A devoted cousin Tamara Stephens of Old Hickory, TN., several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Visitation will be from 10AM to 12Noon at the church.  

Services will be Saturday from 12Noon on April 22, 2023 at New Immanuel, ACOTLG Church 211 N. 2ndStreet in Central City, KY. Burial will be in West End Cemetery in Greenville, KY. Bishop Jennifer Carney Officiating/ Eulogist. 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home 109 Court Row, Greenville, KY 42345.

BROWDER, KY., Homer Ray (Dig It) Stevenson, Jr. 72, of Browder passed away March 31, 2023 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, IN. He was born July 1, 1950 in Nashville, TN and raised in Huntsville, AL. He retired from TVA as an Assistant Unit Operator maintaining equipment quality and efficiency. Homer served our country proudly, during his military career in the United States Armed Forces as an Aircraft Mechanic in his dedicated branch of service, Air Force. He was of the Baptist Faith, loved Alabama Football “ Roll Tide”, a member of the Black Knights Motorcycle Club, and a lover of outdoor activities.

Loved ones preceding him in death his Parents Homer and Annie Bell Singletary- Stevenson, 1 brother Clifton Stevenson, 3 sisters Shirley Garcia, Maebel Christian and Ella Mae Waugh.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife Janice Hernandez-Stevenson of Browder, 2 daughters Brittney Hernandez- Stevenson of Greenville and Shikara Hernandez-Stevenson of Allen ,TX., 1 granddaughter Nevaeh Drake of Greenville, 3 brothers Chris (Carolyn) Stevenson of Birmingham, AL., David (Tiffany) Stevenson of Dallas, TX., and Darrell (Regina) Stevenson of White House, TN., 1 brother-in-law Charlie Christian of Nashville, TN., host of several adored nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 15, 2023 1 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church 209 Oak Street in Greenville KY with the Rev. Reginald Elliott Eulogist 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home 109 Court Row Greenville, KY 42345.

GREENVILLE, KY., Linda Jean Johnson, 76, of Greenville passed away on March 4, 2023 at the Maple Manor Nursing Home in Greenville. She was born January 26, 1947 in Central City. Family aside, if you asked Linda about her proudest accomplishment, she would immediately tell you it was her decision to study with the Jehovah’s Witnesses. The friends and memories she made at the Kingdom Hall were some of her most cherished. More importantly, Linda believed fervently that after her passing, and when her Lord and Savior returned, she would be resurrected on Paradise Earth surrounded by her loved ones. Lovingly called Little Linda by friends and family, her stature was the only thing small about her. Linda’s big personality filled every room she walked in. The warmth she exuded attracted people of all ages. Her friendships spanned generations. Linda’s family thinks it’s important to speak openly about what led to her passing, diabetes. It should serve as a cautionary tale for anyone diagnosed with this chronic disease. If you don’t take care of it, you could lose your eyesight, go into kidney failure, and have congestive heart failure. These are just a few of the things that happened to Linda. If you want to honor her memory, take care of your health and take diabetes seriously. A homemaker who held several jobs throughout her life while raising three kids and helping raise several grandchildren, Linda was devoted to her family. Her home was always a place of comfort and that will be sorely missed.

Linda was preceded in death by many loved ones, H.B. Williams the man she called her one true love, her mother Mary Holmes, her father Floyd Nevels, Jr., her grandparents Floyd Nevels, Sr., Terry Hill, Jannie Vanzan and Henry Langley, 1 grandchild Tiarra Johnson, a great-grandchild Jaslyn Hocker, several brothers and sisters David Cloud, Ernest Langley, Floyd Nevels III, Georgia Holmes Boyd, Ola Belle Woodson, Otho Holmes and Willie Lynch.

Left to cherish her memory are numerous family members, 3 children Kimberly Hocker, Archie Johnson, and Tomika Johnson, 7 grandchildren Cornelius Hocker, Laquitta Hocker, Tara Galloway, Dakota Hocker, Alyssa Barylske, Demond Johnson and Tiarra Johnson, 3 great-grandchildren Kingzlyn Johnson, Axel West and Myla Johnson, 2 siblings Oneida Owens and Willie Nevels, a host of other family members. 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home 109 Court Row Greenville, KY 42345.

Private services will be held at the Bibbs Funeral Home Chapel in Greenville, KY.  Burial in West End Cemetery Greenville, KY with Brother Anthony Arnold Officiating. 

Drakesboro, KY., Delia Karen Atkinson, 69, of Drakesboro passed away February 7, 2023 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY. She was born December 4, 1953 in Jacksonville, FL. She was employed by the Muhlenberg County School District as a Teacher’s Instructional Aide. Dee had a passion for working with children and loved every child she met along the way; her greatest passion being her grandchildren. Dee also loved to read and loved all things regarding nature, especially the beach where she grew up.

Loved ones preceding her in death are her Parents John Stevenson and Margaret Wearren Stevenson, 1 brother David Stevenson.

She leaves to cherish her memories her husband Rex Wilburn Atkinson of Drakesboro, 1 daughter Amanda (Cedric) Browning of Bowling Green, 1 granddaughter Harper Browning and 1 grandson Ryler Browning, 3 brothers Mike Stevenson of New Mexico, Johnny Stevenson and Mark (Margaret) Stevenson both of Indianapolis, IN., 2 sisters Wanda Stevenson of Jacksonville, FL and Cathy Willis of Indianapolis, IN., several nieces, nephews, a host of cousins and friends.

Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Bibbs Funeral Home Chapel in Greenville KY.   

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home 109 Court Row Greenville, KY 42345.

OWENSBORO, KY., Sally LouAnn Butler, 84, of Owensboro departed this life Sunday, November 13, 2022 at the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. She was born April 13, 1938 in Owensboro to the late Nicholas Hatchett and Idella Hanley Hatchett. Her church membership was sustained at the Zion Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and served on the Culinary Dept. She was employed by the Owensboro School District. Sis. Sally enjoyed daily composing text using various genre styles.

Loved ones preceding her in death is her husband Waitman Butler, 2 daughters Benita Shelton and Deborah Black.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories 1 son Donald (Laverne) Shelton of Jacksonville, FL., 1 step son Waitman Anthony ( Sandra) Butler of Providence, 1 daughter Bonnie Shelton of Owensboro, 4 step daughters Priscilla Simmons of St. Louis, Missouri, Aleta Ann Butler, Dorothea Michell (Brutis) Williams, and Bernica Lynn Butler, all of Owensboro, 17 grandchildren Denise Shelton-Willrich, Donald Shelton II, LaDonna Shelton, Deonna Shelton, Chalos Shelton, Michael Black, Makia Black, Kaycee Black, Torishia Clarke, Tierra Shelton, Chatoya Shelton, Derrick Shelton, Alishia Darwood, Andrea Shelton, Justin White, Katrina Shelton and Sara Powers, 31 great grandchildren, 1 brother Delbert J. Hatchett of Owensboro, 2 sisters-in-laws Mabel Hamilton of Lewisport and Elsie McCravy of Louisville, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, distant relatives and friends.

Visitation 10 a.m. to 12 Noon at the church on Saturday. Burial in Rosehill- Elmwood Cemetery, 1300 Old Hartford Road, Owensboro, KY 42303. Rev. Larry D. Lewis, Officiating.  

Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Saturday, November 19, 2022 at the  Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY. 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home, 109 Court Row, Greenville, KY 42345.

OWENSBORO, KY., Gladys Moorman Shauntee, 102, of Owensboro passed away peacefully on November 3, 2022 at the Signature Healthcare in Hartford, KY. She was born March 29, 1920 in Utica, KY to the late Marvin Moorman and Christina McFarland Moorman Morrow. Gladys accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of the Sweeney Street Baptist Church. She later became the church treasurer at Center Street Baptist Church. At the time of her death she was a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church where she was in the senior choir and a member of the Missionary Society. Before her health declined, she was an avid baseball fan with the Atlanta Braves being her favorite team. She enjoyed watching Family Feud, judge shows and her all time favorite was the rodeo channel.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 42 years Abraham Lincoln Shauntee, her daughter Carolyn Ann Shauntee, her sister Larissa Moorman Lewis, grandson Scott Shauntee, and great grandson Joshua Logan.

She leaves to cherish her memories of 2 daughters Alvirta (Charles) Taylor of Owensboro, Shirlene Sylvia of Las Vegas, NV., 6 grandsons Thomas (Harriett) Harris, Steven (Charlene) Lawson, Andre (Nina) Hanley, Charles Taylor, Jr., Ray Logan, and Avery Taylor, 3 granddaughters Stanya K. Taylor, Charmin (Tony) VanLeer, and Gladys (Kenisha) Walker, 21 great grandchildren Ella Grace Shauntee, Amber Harris, Jasmine Harris, Thomas Harris, Jr., Tyler LaMaya Harris, Tatiana Harris, Andre Hanley, Jr., Donovan Abraham Hanley, Breanna Hanley, Brianna Williams, Aaliyah Hanley, Hope Lawson, Faith Lawson, Jordan Taylor, Courtney Taylor, Bronson Taylor, Jaye McGilbert, Logan VanLeer, Tyler Brewer, Tyrell Nydegger, and Tyra Key, 13 great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home 109 Court Row Greenville, KY 42345

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022 at 11AM in the Chapel at Rosehill-Elmwood, Cemetery 1321 Rosehill Drive, Owensboro, KY with Rev. Larry Lewis, Eulogist

Favorite Prayer: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

OWENSBORO, KY., Carolyn Ann Shauntee, 80, of Owensboro went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. She was born July 9, 1942, in Owensboro, KY. Carolyn accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Sweeney Street Baptist Church in her hometown of Owensboro, KY. She later became a member of Bethel Temple in Evansville, IN. After graduating from Western High School in 1959 she moved to Glenco, IL., and later to Brooklyn, NY., where she lived for many years. Upon her return to KY., she was employed by Alcoa for 30+ years. She retired in 2005. She enjoyed reading, shopping, and collecting everything. She was reserved and quiet but quite comical with her soft-spoken voice. 

She was preceded in death by her father Abraham Lincoln Shauntee, her son Scott Shauntee, and her grandson, Joshua Logan. 

She leaves to cherish her memories her mother Gladys Moorman Shauntee, 2 sons Steven (Charlene) Lawson, of Neptune, NJ and Ray Logan of Owensboro, 1 daughter Charmin (Tony) VanLeer of Evansville, IN., 1 grandson Logan (Erica) VanLeer of Okinawa, Japan, 4 granddaughters Hope and Faith Lawson of Neptune, NJ, Jaye Alexandra McGilbert of Oklahoma City, OK, and Ella Shauntee of Louisville, 5 great grandchildren Ryleigh and Reece Logan of Owensboro, Easton and Paxtyn McGilbert of Oklahoma City, OK, Jameson Joshua Vanleer of Okinawa, Japan, 2 sisters Alvirta (Charles) Taylor of Owensboro, and Shirlene Shauntee Sylvia of Las Vegas, NV, a special niece Stanya K. Taylor of Glenn Dale, MD, 4 nephews Thomas Harris, Atlanta, GA, Andre Hanley, Las Vegas, NV, Chuckie Taylor, Manassas, VA, Avery Taylor, Washington, DC, 1 niece Gladys Walker, Las Vegas. 

There will be no viewing and no visitation. 

The funeral service will be held on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 11AM at The Chapel at Rosehill-Elmwood Cemetery, 1321 Rosehill Drive Owensboro, KY. 

Final tribute entrusted to Bibbs Funeral Home, 109 Court Row, Greenville, KY 42345 

~ Blessed with eternal life are those who believe in Christ ~

CLEATON, KY., Lendell Phelps, 68, of Cleaton passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022 at the U of L Jewish Hospital in Louisville. Born on February 8, 1954 the beloved husband, father, brother and friend. His membership was sustained with the Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in Cleaton, KY. Lendell was a Sergeant in the United States Air Force and was best remembered as a man who fiercely loved his family, kept his word, and was always willing to help family and friends. He was an accomplished mechanic and all-round handyman with an endless fascination for cars, aviation, and all things mechanical. Lendell was greatly loved, and his presence will be sorely missed in this world.

He was preceded into Heaven by his mother Lillian Duncan Phelps and father Eugene Phelps, son Philip Phelps, sisters Andrea Phelps, Connie Phelps, Lois Phelps, Sandra Phelps Walker, and Phyllis Ann Mitchell.

Lendell is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Roberta “Birdie” Phelps, 1 daughter Jamesetta Nash, 1 son Aaron (Sarah) Phelps, 4 grandchildren Sean (Harlie) Phelps, Camille Masterson, David Nash, and Essence Nash, 3 great grandchildren Olivia Nash, Sahara Nash, and Atlas Phelps, 5 brothers Michael Phelps of Sacramento, CA., Jerry Phelps of Pinson, AL., Ricky Phelps of Cleaton, Melvin Phelps of Toronto, Canada, and Perry Phelps of Camden, DE., 5 sisters Gloria Phelps of Louisville, Elaine Lewis of Sacramento, CA., Janie Phelps of Cleaton, Patricia Phelps of Murfreesboro, TN., and Annetta Phelps of Dover, DE.    

Visitation will be 11 am to 1 pm at the church. Lendell will be laid to rest in West End Cemetery in Greenville, KY near his son Philip Phelps’ plot and Rev. Jerrell M. Clark, Eulogist. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements. 

Funeral services will be held on 1 pm Saturday, July 9, 2022 at the Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in Cleaton, KY. 

Facemask are required for the visitation and funeral service. 

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Anthony Lee (Drew) Hawkins, 57, of Central City passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022, at the Bradford Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hopkinsville, KY. He was born, May 16, 1965. Anthony fellowshipped with The Pentecostal Church of God In Christ, First Missionary Baptist Church both in Greenville and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in Central City. Drew loved dedicating his life being a mechanic and carpenter.

He was preceded in death by his parents Junior Hawkins and Costella Bard Hawkins, 2 brothers Jeffery (Tate) Hawkins and Michael Hawkins.

Those left to cherish his memories his loving wife Betty Hawkins of Central City, 2 sons Andre (Jenna) Hawkins of San Antonio, TX and Christopher (Ranae) Hawkins of Central City, 5 grandchildren, 4 brothers Edwin ( Martha) Hawkins of Greenville, Emmitt ( Myra) Hawkins of Florida, Timothy ( Kathy) Hawkins of Greenville and Howard (Tammy) Hawkins of Greenville, 1 sister Gail ( Rev. Karl) Anderson of Owensboro, 1 sister-in-law Michele Hawkins of Owensboro,

2 aunts Celestine Bard of Greenville and Oral Lee Parker of Madisonville, 1 uncle Wendell Bard, a host of cousins, distant relatives and friends.    

Memorial services are Friday, 12 Noon, June 10, 2022 at The Pentecostal Church of God In Christ in Greenville, KY. Rev. Otis Cunningham, Eulogist. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements.

The family would appreciate financial donations to be given to the Funeral Home. 

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GREENVILLE, KY., — Jerome Lysander McCoy, 57, of Greenville passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital. He was born Oct. 7, 1964. Jerome was a member of St. Paul E.M.E. Zion Church in Drakesboro and retired from Magna. He loved watching his son play basketball and seeing his grandchildren when they visited.  He was preceded in death by his parents Bobby and Joetta McCoy and 2 brothers Douglas McCoy and Anthony Drake.  

Survivors include 1 daughter Ashley McCoy of Louisville and 1 son Donovan McCoy of Beechmont, 1 sister Glenna McCoy of Bowling Green, 2 grandchildren Aliyah and Abreail, 1 nephew Bryce McCoy, a host of aunts, uncles, relatives and friends.                          

Memorial services are 1 pm Friday, May 20, 2022 at the Bibbs Funeral Home Chapel in Greenville, KY with Rev. Glenda S. McCoy Officiating. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements.  

Facemask are required for the memorial service.  

The family would appreciate financial donations to be given to the Funeral Home.

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CENTRAL CITY, KY., Wylena Pendleton, 73, of Central City passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022, at the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. She was born on April 22, 1948. Wylena has been a member of Victory Temple Church of God in Christ since childhood and was a homemaker. She loved flowers, her family especially nieces and nephews. Wylena was an avid UK fan.  

She was preceded in death by her parents James Sherman Pendleton and Marybell Pendleton, 4 brothers Donald Wright, Jackie Owens, James Reynolds and Edward Pendleton 5 sisters Patricia Frazier, Annette Ellis, Sharon Drake, Brenda Kay Wright and Karen Pendleton.  

Survivors include 2 sisters Delores (Lois) Saulsberry of Central City and Wanda Jean Pendleton of Louisville, 3 brothers Bobby Wright of Louisville, Larry (Mary Ann) Pendleton of Sacramento, and Ronnie (Debra) Pendleton of Bowling Green, a host of nieces and nephews.    

Visitation will be 11am - 1pm at the church. Burial in Browder Chapel Cemetery in Browder, KY. Rev. Otis Cunningham Officiating and Elder Rickey Walker Eulogist. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville is in charge of arrangements. 

Funeral services will be 1pm Friday, March 4, 2022, at the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church of Central City, KY.  Facemask are required for the visitation and funeral service.

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GREENVILLE, KY., Chanelle Denice Bowman, 51, of Greenville passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at the Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital in Greenville. She was born in the 313th Tactical Hospital, Forbes Airbase, Topeka, KS on January 17, 1970. Chanelle graduated from Greenville High School as a Black Hawk in 1988 and continued her educational endeavors by attending Kentucky State and Western Kentucky University. She was a correctional officer at the Green River Correctional Center in Central City, KY. In addition, Chanelle professed Christ at the early age of 9 and became a member of the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY. She was an active member serving in the capacity of Sunday School Teacher, Youth Director, Usher Board Matron and Culinary Committee.  

She was preceded in death by her brother Scooty Bowman, 4 uncles and 2 aunts.  

Survivors include her daughter Amanda Pollard of Greenville, parents Lawrence Edward Bowman and Patricia Bowman of Greenville, 1 sister Kortny Bowman of Louisville, 1 nephew Patrick Bowman of Greenville, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.                          

Visitation will be 11am- 1pm at the church. Burial in West End Cemetery in Greenville, KY. Rev. John C. Lee III, Officiating, Rev. Terrence Minor, Eulogist. Bibbs Funeral Home in Greenville, KY is in charge of arrangements.  

Funeral services are 1 pm Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Greenville, KY.  Facemask are required for the visitation and funeral service.

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