Mildred Marie Losee, 105, Passes Away in Kentucky

Longtime teacher and guidance counselor dies at hospice care center in Paducah.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 1:08am

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Mildred Marie Losee, a 105-year-old resident of Benton, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky. Losee was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 9, 1920 and worked as a teacher and guidance counselor before retiring. She was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church and is survived by her daughter, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Mildred Marie Losee's passing at the age of 105 marks the end of a remarkable life dedicated to education and service in the Benton, Kentucky community. As one of the oldest residents of the state, her story highlights the longevity and resilience of those who have lived through major historical events of the 20th century.

The details

Mildred Marie Losee was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1920 and later moved to Benton, Kentucky where she worked as a teacher and guidance counselor before retiring. She was a longtime member of St. Henry Catholic Church. Losee is survived by her daughter, Mildred L. Losee, as well as four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Richard M. Losee, and two of her children, Richard J. Losee and John F. Losee, and Denise Lillian Losee.

Mildred Marie Losee was born on October 9, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois.
Losee passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the age of 105.

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