Morgan Sue Hobbs

Morgan Sue Hobbs, 32, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Born and raised in Paducah, Kentucky, Morgan was a 2012 graduate of Lone Oak High School. She continued her education at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in education and began a career that perfectly reflected her compassionate heart. Throughout the years, she taught in the Fulton, McNabb, and Hendron-Lone Oak school systems. Most recently, Morgan served as the preschool teacher at Lone Oak First Baptist Church, where she was also a faithful member. Teaching was more than a profession to Morgan; it was her calling. She had a remarkable gift for making every child feel loved, valued, and safe. Parents trusted her wholeheartedly, knowing their children were receiving not only an excellent education, but genuine love and care each day.

Morgan lived life with unmatched joy and enthusiasm. She was the kind of person who could brighten any room with her contagious laugh, warm smile, and bubbly personality. Known by many as the “life of the party,” she had a rare ability to make everyone feel welcome and valued. She never met a stranger and formed lasting friendships wherever life took her.

Creativity was another of Morgan’s many gifts. She loved helping others feel beautiful by doing makeup for weddings and special occasions, a talent that came naturally to her and brought confidence and happiness to so many.

Her faith was an important part of her life. She was actively involved in her Bible study group and the LIFT Group, where she built meaningful friendships and continued to grow in her relationship with the Lord. Morgan also enjoyed gathering with friends as a member of a Bunco group, where laughter and fellowship were always plentiful. She especially enjoyed spending time on the golf course as a member of the Rolling Hills Country Club Ladies Golf League, one of her favorite pastimes.

Morgan also had a tremendous love for animals, especially her beloved pets, each of whom was affectionately named after her love for Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball. Her first baby, her beloved dog, Cali Sue, was named after Coach John Calipari. She later welcomed Rupp, named for Rupp Arena; her cat, Tucky; and her miniature dachshund, Jobi, named after coach Joe B. Hall.

She cherished family vacations to the beach, loved being on the water, and treasured every moment spent with friends and family. Above all else, Morgan’s greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was being a mother. Her daughter, Iva Grace, was the center of her world, and there was no title Morgan loved more than “Mom.”

Morgan is survived by her husband of six years, Corey Hobbs of Paducah, Kentucky; her cherished daughter, Iva Grace Hobbs; her parents, William Robert “Billy Bob” Clark and Darla Leneave Clark of Paducah, Kentucky; her brother, William Austin Clark (Jamie Cahoe) of Springfield, Kentucky; her grandmother, Betty Leneave; her niece, Laeni Clark; her aunts, Kaloia Boatwright and Debbie Dew; her uncles, Gary Leneave, David Leneave, Mike Leneave, and Mike Boatwright; along with many cousins, extended family members, dear friends, and countless students and families whose lives she touched.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bill and Iva Nell Clark, and Don Leneave.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Lone Oak Chapel of Milner & Orr Funeral Home with Dr. Scott Thomas and Dr. Dan Summerlin officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Kenton Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the service hour of 12:00 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made for the benefit of Iva Grace Hobbs. Donations may be made to her account at any local Signet Credit Union or mail donations to Signet Federal Credit Union 163 Pecan Court, Paducah, KY 42001.

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