Courtney Rhea Bouchard

Courtney Rhea Bouchard, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on October 18, 2026, at the age of 44. Born on January 25, 1982, in Louisville, Kentucky, she went on to be with her Savior and Lord.

Courtney graduated from New Albany High School in 2000 and carried through life a warm, lively spirit that drew people to her. She loved to laugh and was known for her sarcastic sense of humor. She also loved to talk, especially when the conversation turned to her family, who were at the center of her heart.

She found joy in caring for others in everyday, meaningful ways. Courtney loved to cook new recipes and feed those around her, making the table a place of comfort and togetherness. She enjoyed crafts and redoing furniture, bringing creativity and care to the things she touched. She also loved planning vacations and looked forward to making memories with those she loved most. Among her happiest times were family Christmas dinners, when she was surrounded by the people dearest to her. She also treasured cheering on her son at his baseball games.

Above all, Courtney’s life was rooted in family. She is survived by her husband, Steven Bouchard; her son, Caleb Cook; her father, Kenny Flowers; her mother, Debbie Frermann; her brother, Matthew Flowers; her grandparents, Jim and Pat Flowers; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family. Each of them shared in the love, laughter, and devotion that defined her life, and her memory will remain a lasting part of their days.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jerry Heckmann, and Joann Heckman.

Visitation for Courtney will be from 11 AM to 2 PM on Wednesday, October 28 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, Receptions, 10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272. Funeral service will be at 2 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Courtney leaves behind a void in the lives of those who knew and loved her. She will be remembered for her generous heart, her humor, her conversation, and the way she brought people together around family, food, and celebration. Her memory will be cherished always by those who were blessed to know her.