Bowling Green, Kentucky, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Bowling Green community gathers to celebrate the lives of three residents: Mary Louise Outlaw, Charles ‘Charlie’ Meredith, and Clones Willoughby. Each individual made significant contributions to the community, and their families hold memorial services to honor their legacies and impact on the lives around them. The services reflect a deep sense of loss and appreciation for the rich histories and connections these residents had within Bowling Green. Bowling Green, Kentucky – Three residents of Bowling Green are being remembered this month as their families hold memorial services and celebrations of life in honor of their contributions and legacies. Mary Louise Outlaw, Charles “Charlie” Meredith, and Clones Willoughby each made significant impacts in their community before their recent passing. Mary Louise Outlaw Mary Louise Outlaw, 91, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, entered into rest on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Visitation for Mary Louise Outlaw will occur on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Trinity Full Gospel Baptist Church located at 200 Center Street, Bowling Green, Kentucky. Services will commence at 11:30 AM, followed by interment at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements for Mary Louise Outlaw have been made by Burnam & Son Mortuary, Inc., located at 201 Center Street, Bowling Green, Kentucky. Charles “Charlie” Meredith Charles “Charlie” Meredith, 81, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at The Medical Center on September 15, 2025. Born on May 4, 1944, in Edmonson County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Momen and Dorothy Meredith. Charlie was married to his best friend and lifelong love, Darlene Meredith, for 59 years. He was a veteran of the US Army and a Kentucky Colonel. An avid horseshoe pitcher, he was recognized as an 11-time Kentucky Men’s State Horseshoe Pitching Champion. Charlie worked for 39 years at Holley and later owned Meredith’s Collectibles. He was respected for his talent, sportsmanship, mentorship, and generosity. He is survived by his wife Darlene; sons Michael Meredith (Michelle Hunt) and Ronnie Meredith (Karen); brothers Bennie Meredith and Harvey Meredith (Joyce); sister Patsy Halvorson (Jerry); and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Brenda Carol Meredith. No visitation or service will be conducted per his wishes, and memorial contributions may be made to the Kentucky Horseshoe Pitchers Association. Clones Willoughby Clones Porter Willoughby, 79, of Bowling Green, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Signature Health Care. A native of Yeaman, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Clones Graftin and Donnie Lee Porter Willoughby. Clones was preceded in death by siblings Elvis and Edgar Willoughby, Geneviene Edwards, and Norman Nichols. He was a retired Truck Driver and a member of the Church of Christ. Clones served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Wanda Willoughby; daughter Stephanie Willoughby Green (Bobby); son Jared Lee Willoughby (Jennifer); granddaughters Brittany Green Blount (Owen) and Victoria Hayden; grandsons Austin Green and Duncan Willoughby (Martina); great granddaughter Willow Blount; two brothers Arlie Willoughby (Judy) and Willis Willoughby; and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service for Clones Willoughby will be held on Sunday at 3 p.m. at Hardy & Son Funeral Home, Bowling Green Chapel, with visitation from 1-3 p.m. Military honors will follow the service, and cremation will occur afterward. Donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in lieu of flowers. Conclusion The Bowling Green community honors the lives of Mary Louise Outlaw, Charles “Charlie” Meredith, and Clones Willoughby, whose contributions and legacies will continue to be celebrated by their families and friends. FAQ When will the services for Mary Louise Outlaw be held? Visitation for Mary Louise Outlaw will be on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Trinity Full Gospel Baptist Church. Services will begin at 11:30 AM. What were the contributions of Charles “Charlie” Meredith? Charles “Charlie” Meredith was an 11-time Kentucky Men’s State Horseshoe Pitching Champion, a US Army Veteran, and owned Meredith’s Collectibles. What arrangements are planned for Clones Willoughby? The funeral service for Clones Willoughby will be held on Sunday at 3 p.m. at Hardy & Son Funeral Home, with visitation from 1-3 p.m. Military honors will follow the service. Key Features Name Age Date of Passing Services Survived By Mary Louise Outlaw 91 September 7, 2025 Visitation on September 20, 2025 N/A Charles “Charlie” Meredith 81 September 15, 2025 No service per wishes Darlene Meredith, sons, siblings Clones Willoughby 79 September 13, 2025 Funeral on September 20, 2025 Wanda Willoughby, children, grandchildren Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic HERE Resources Right-Wing Activist Charlie Kirk Murdered, Suspect Arrested Trump Commends West Point for Cancelling Hanks’s Award Community Remembers Four Beloved Residents in Johns Creek, GA Tributes to Bowling Green Residents Kelley Stevens Reid and Charles Allen McChesney Joseph Czuba Dies in Prison After Hate Crime Conviction Tributes Resound in Bowling Green After Community Losses Tragic Plane Crash Near Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Tragic Night in Bowling Green: College Student Shot After Wrong Door Incident Arrest Made in Connection with WKU Student’s Murder Cessna Crash in Alaska Claims All 10 Lives Additional Resources Hardy & Son Funeral Homes: Charles Meredith Wikipedia: Horseshoe pitching Hardy & Son Funeral Homes: Clones Willoughby Google Search: Kentucky funerals Legacy.com: Emily Massey Obituary Encyclopedia Britannica: Memorial service BG Daily News: Gaines Smith Obituary Google News: Bowling Green Kentucky Tukios: Charles Meredith Tribute
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