Amanda Carolyn Carlton, 45, of Madisonville, KY, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026.
She was born on June 3, 1981, in Hopkins County, KY to the late Keenan Lynn Forbes and Linda Love Forbes.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, Logan Ray Carlton; and her brother, Keenan Lynn Forbes II.
Amanda made her living as an RN. When she was not at work, she enjoyed gardening, four-wheelers, being outside, cooking, and fishing.
She is survived by her son, Blayde (Sydnee) Carlton; her sisters, Shannon Solise, Jennifer (Dustin) Blanchard, and Tonya Solis; her grandparents, James Forbes and Peggy Cartwright; and her grandson, Creed Carlton.
A memorial service will be held Friday, October 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at New Salem Baptist Church in Nortonville, KY, with Bro. Steve Rutherford officiating.
Visitation will be held at the church from 11:00 a.m. until the service hour. Burial will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Hanson, KY. Flowers for the family may be sent to New Salem Baptist Church.
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