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Hopkinsville Today
By the People, for the People
Shirley Groves, 90, of Hopkinsville Passes Away
Longtime Hopkinsville resident and Shoe Factory worker dies of natural causes
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Shirley Groves, a 90-year-old resident of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the Christian Health Center in Hopkinsville. Groves worked as a service operator at the Hopkinsville Shoe Factory for 15 years and was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1913.
Why it matters
Groves' passing marks the loss of a longtime Hopkinsville community member who dedicated years of service to the local shoe factory and veterans organization. Her death is a reminder of the importance of honoring the lives of those who have contributed to the fabric of small-town America.
The details
A graveside service for Groves will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West, with Bro. McKinley Moore officiating. Lamb Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements. Groves was a native of Evansville, Indiana, born on January 17, 1936 to the late William Isaac Smith and Marcilla Mary (Miller) Smith.
- Groves passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
- Her graveside service will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
The players
Shirley Groves
A 90-year-old resident of Hopkinsville, Kentucky who worked as a service operator at the Hopkinsville Shoe Factory for 15 years and was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1913.
Bro. McKinley Moore
The officiant who will preside over Groves' graveside service.
Lamb Funeral Home
The funeral home assisting with the arrangements for Groves' service.
The takeaway
Shirley Groves' passing is a loss for the Hopkinsville community, which is saying farewell to a longtime resident and worker who dedicated herself to her local shoe factory and veterans organization. Her life and service are a testament to the importance of honoring the contributions of small-town Americans.
