Obituaries
Helen Lucille Graf
Apr 20, 2026
Helen Lucille (Pixley) Graf, passed away on April 20, 2026, just two days shy of her 93rd birthday. Born on April 22, 1933, in Clark County, Indiana, Helen’s life was marked by dedication to family, community, and faith.
Helen was a cherished member of her church communities, first at St. Paul in Sellersburg and later at St. John Paul II. Her...
Christopher Koenig
Apr 20, 2026
Christopher Koenig, born on December 31, 1997, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away on April 20, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. Christopher’s life was a testament to the values of loyalty, devotion, hard work, and honesty, virtues that shaped him into the remarkable man cherished by his family and friends.
From his early days attending Floyd Central High School, Christopher displayed a...
Bruce Alan Dowdle
Apr 19, 2026
Bruce Alan Dowdle, born on October 26, 1962, in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully in his home on April 19, 2026. A devoted father, proud Marine veteran, and beloved member of his community, Bruce leaves behind a legacy rich with kindness, humor, and unwavering commitment to those he treasured most.
Bruce was an 1981 graduate of Valley High School, where his...
Uconda Schoolfield
Apr 19, 2026
Uconda Schoolfield, 50, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
She was born on June 24, 1975 in Louisville, Kentucky to Frank and Sarah (Smith) Chandler. She is preceded in death by her Grandmothers, Emma Lee Matthews and Mary Lee Chandler.
Uconda is survived by her loving Husband of 30 years, Dante Schoolfield, Mother, Sarah Chandler, Father, Frank Chandler,...
Tonya Michelle Ruzanka
Apr 18, 2026
Tonya Michelle Ruzanka, age 56 of Shelbyville, Kentucky passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026. Tonya was born February 17, 1970 in Louisville Ky. to Michael McCardwell (Carol) and Sheila Cox (Stephen). Tonya built a life centered around hard work, dedication, and deep love for her family. She proudly owned and operated an event venue in Eminence, Kentucky, where she created...
Michael Sullivan
Apr 18, 2026
Michael Sullivan, age 74 of Pekin, Indiana, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital, New Albany, Indiana, after a long battle with illness. He was born on April 11, 1952 in Salem, Indiana. He was the son of the late Lloyd Sullivan and Anita Sullivan of Pekin, Indiana. On June 4, 1971 he married Carol (Blair)...
Gail L. Burns
Apr 18, 2026
Gail L. Burns, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and respected member of her community, passed away on April 18, 2026, in her hometown of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Born on January 13, 1941, in Jeffersonville, she lived a life marked by dedication to both her family and her work.
Gail attended Jeffersonville High School, where she laid the foundation for a life characterized...
Diana Verrick
Apr 17, 2026
Diana Verrick, a cherished mother, grandmother, and beloved pillar of her community, peacefully passed away on April 17, 2026, in New Albany, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 14, 1953, in Jeffersonville, IN, Diana's life was a tapestry woven with love, dedication, and kindness that touched all who knew her.
Throughout her more than 20 years as a...
Constance "Connie" Jean Kelley
Apr 17, 2026
Constance "Connie" Jean Kelley, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, went home to be with the Lord on April 17, 2026. Born on December 24, 1948, in Louisville, Kentucky, Connie’s life was marked by an extraordinary commitment to faith and family, leaving a profound legacy of love to all who knew her.
Connie’s career as a sign language interpreter began...
Ruth Ann Sheffler
Apr 17, 2026
Ruth Ann Sheffler, a woman of sharp wit, green thumbs, and a heart large enough to house a small army, passed away at her home, surrounded by her family, on April 17th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant as her rose bushes. Born on November 3, 1951, in Charleston, West Virginia, Ruth eventually made her home in Tell City,...
Mark Wayne "Beaver" Evans
Apr 17, 2026
Mark "Beaver" Wayne Evans, 67, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026. Born on August 30, 1958, in New Albany, Beaver was the son of Elmer and Betty (Borden) Evans.
He contributed many years of service at Rasmussens, Colgate-Palmolive, New Albany-Floyd County School Corporation, retiring in 2022 from Fairmont Elementary. Known fondly by his nickname "Beaver," he had...
Elizabeth Ann Foreman
Apr 17, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Foreman, born on April 10, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on April 17, 2026, in Borden, Indiana, in the presence of her family surrounded by love. A devoted caregiver and unwavering pillar of love, Ann dedicated many years of her life working as a home health aide, finding joy and purpose in taking care of others.
Throughout...
Vickie Lynn (Caraway) Franklin
Apr 16, 2026
Vickie Lynn (Caraway) Franklin, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Born on August 8, 1951, on her family’s farm in Borden, Indiana, Vickie lived a life marked by compassion and devotion to others.
A devoted member of Christ Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church for many years, Vickie and her late husband, John “Rick” Franklin, shared a deep commitment to...
Kenneth Wayne "Kenny" Stovall
Apr 16, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Stovall, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Kenny was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished papa, and a true friend to many. His deep affection for animals was evident to all who knew him. For many years, he dedicated his skills as a body shop mechanic at Montgomery Chevrolet, bringing care and precision...
Eddie Gene Shuck
Apr 16, 2026
Eddie Gene Shuck, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
He was born on November 26, 1953 in La Grange, Kentucky to the late Oldham and Callie (Edday) Shuck.
Eddie farmed all his life in Henry County, Kentucky. He raised cattle, tobacco, quail and trained bird dogs. He loved hunting deer, wild turkeys and quail.
Eddie is survived by...
Shemar R. Shackelford
Apr 15, 2026
Shemar Rayon Shackelford, 30 years old, from Louisville KY, and New Albany IN, passed suddenly and unexpectedly on April 15, 2026.
Shemar was born on May 23, 1995, the pride and joy of his mother, Tonda Shackelford, his father, Damon White, and his grandmother, Louise Patton. He was named Shemar, after his Aunt Lucy's favorite soap opera star Shemar Moore. He...
Diana Sue Nash
Apr 15, 2026
Diana Sue Nash , 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
She was born on November 23, 1943 in Vincennes, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her Mother, Theresa Timperman, Step-Father, Joe Timperman, Husband, James Nash, 3 Children, Jimmy Jude Sutphin, Michael Sutphin, and Theresa Sutphin.
Diana is survived by her loving family, Granddaughters, Jennifer Barnes, Sonja...
Kelly Ann Cobb
Apr 15, 2026
Kelly Ann (Horlander) Cobb, 66, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on April 15th at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 24, 1960, in New Albany, Indiana, Kelly was the daughter of Mary Horlander. She was the eldest of five siblings, Jim, Dee, Mike, and Melody.
Kelly dedicated many years of service to the United States Census Bureau in...
Joshua Taylor Nelson
Apr 14, 2026
Joshua Taylor Nelson, affectionately known as Josh, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on February 21, 1983, in Lima, Ohio, Josh lived a vibrant and full life that touched the hearts of many.
Josh was the proud owner of Louisville Design & Remodeling Inc., a testament to his dedication and passion for his craft. He...
David John Rowan
Apr 14, 2026
David John Rowan, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, in Borden, Indiana. Born on October 3, 1929, in Fall River, Massachusetts, David’s early life began amidst the hardships of the Great Depression, and he faced considerable challenges, having not been raised by his biological parents. Despite these trials,...
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