J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Chapels - Broadway Chapel

Frances Jones Padgett, 93, of Bowling Green passed away November 29, 2023 at Hospice of Southern Kentucky surrounded her loving family. The Bowling Green native was born September 26, 1930 to the late James Roland and Lillie Mae Hale Jones. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, James H. Padgett, Sr.; daughter, Beverly Pruett (the late James); brother, Jimmy Jones; and sisters, Nancy Hammonds and Pat Cowles. Frances retired as a seamstress at Union Underwear. She was a member and attended Emmanuel Baptist Church. She spent her available time caring for her children and grandchildren. She and her sisters, collectively known as "The Golden Girls" loved to spend time...

Ferrell J. Froedge, age 88, passed away in Bowling Green, Kentucky on November 23 , 2023. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Sue Froedge, and their son Douglas Froedge. Survivors include his daughter Dianna Williford and her husband Lloyd; five grandsons Jason Martin (Ange), Brian Jones (Jessica), Tyler Pruden (Lauren), Casey Pruden, and Jordan Pruden (Kelsey). Twelve great-grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2023 and from 9 until 11 a.m. Monday, with funeral services conducted at 11 a.m. all at the J.C. Kirby & Son Broadway Chapel. Burial will follow in Bowling...

Aubrey 'Bee' Cardwell, 92, of Bowling Green passed away November 19, 2023 at Hospice of Southern Kentucky. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the J.C. Kirby & Son Broadway Chapel with visitation from 10 a.m. until service time. Burial will take place at Cherry's Chapel Church Cemetery.

Ralph Jeffrey Collins, age 70, of Bowling Green passed away peacefully at the Med Center. He was born on August 18, 1953 in Warren County to the late Ralph and Joyce Jefferson Collins who survives. Jeff worked for most of his life as an Electrician and became a Master Electrician. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. With his work and travelling, he was able to enjoy his hobbies as he worked. He was proceeded in death by his father, a step daughter, Susan Jackson; and a nephew, Matthew Childers. He is survived by his loving wife of many years, Debbie Collins; Three sons, Brad (Annie)...

Fred "Freddie" Meador Jr. age 74 of Rockfield, died Saturday, Nov. 11 in Franklin, KY. He was born in Bowling Green to the late Fred and Lucille Cantrel Meador. Fred is also preceded in death by a grandson Micheal Davis, one sister and three brothers. He was a Trim work Carpenter in construction. Fred is survived by his daughter Jeanette Epley (John) of Bowling Green and son Fred Rex "Buster" Meador (Monica) of Rockfield. Six grandchildren, Richard Davis of Franklin, Brandon Pearson, Travis Pearson, Dillon Meador, Paige Meador and Tyler Meador. Five great grandchildren, Jacob, Kollyn, Katie, Oliver, P.J., along with two brothers and five sisters. Mr. Meador was cremated. A memorial...

Nina Napier Lowe, age 87 of Bowling Green, passed away peacefully at her residence. Nina was born in Allen County. She is preceded in death by her mother, Overa Napier and she was the widow of Roger Lowe. She was retired from Holley Carb./ Colt Industries after 47 years. Nina is survived by her daughter, Donna Lowe Ashby of Bowling Green and her son, Bruce Lowe (Dr. Karen Lacy) of Fort Thomas, Kentucky. Grandchildren, Heather Mayhugh, Shawn Brown (Danielle), Zachary Lowe (Jill), and Caitlin Ashby. Great grandchildren, Jordyn Mayhugh, Tyler Mayhugh, Andrew Mayhugh, Madison Mayhugh, McKinley Lowe, Baylor Ashby, Autumn Brown, Merrick Brown. Two great great grandchildren, Jayden and Amelia...

Patricia Ann "Pat" Raymond, 80, of Bowling Green, KY, passed away on November 6, 2023, after a fall and ensuing injuries. She was born on January 14, 1943, in Columbia, Kentucky, to the late Cecil and Thelma Keltner. Pat was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, Asa David Raymond, and a cherished mother to her daughters, Teresa Lynn Raymond and Carla Raymond Erickson (Travis Erickson). She is also survived by her brother, Kenneth Keltner (Sheila Keltner), and was preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Brodeur. After graduating from Adair County High School, Pat attended Lindsey Wilson College where she met a young, handsome scamp of a man who would later become her husband. Asa...

Hubert Lee Simpson, age 93 of Woodburn, KY. Died peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He worked at Holley for 40 years. He was of the Baptist faith. He served in the United States Army stationed at Camp Breckenridge KY and overseas in Germany. He loved hunting, fishing, coaching baseball, softball, basketball. Above all he loved his family and friends, stating up to the end "WE ARE FAMILY." Survivors: Grandchildren; Beverly Brown, Mandy Goodworth (Tom), Ed Brown (Kari) Derek Hargis, Daniel Hargis, Tonya Simpson, Tabatha Ray (Allen), Courtney Simpson, Bobby Simpson (Ashley), Tiana Allen (Garrett), Glennda Sheehan. Great grandchildren; Andrew Simpson, Austin Perring...

Charles William Meredith, age 85, passed away peacefully at Signature Healthcare in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He was born on March 31, 1938 to the late Harvey and Lola Mae Meredith. Charles was a local business owner for over 60 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Wanda Lou Merdith. His son, Charles W. Merdith Jr; his daughter, Sandy (Larry) Mays; Three Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Grandchildren. There will be a private graveside service with burial to follow.