Obituaries
Patricia Mears
Patricia Lynette (Hampton) Mears, 54, of Jeffersonville, Indiana passed away on Monday, February 7, 2011 at her home in Jeffersonville. Patty was born on July 8, 1956 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Kermit Wilson and Luetta M. (Turner) Hampton. She was also preceded in death by Michael HamptonShe is survived by her son, Matthew Krauss of Jeffersonville, Indiana;...
Joseph Lee Henegar
Mr. Joseph Lee Henegar, age 90 passed away Saturday, February 5, 2011 at Baptist Hospital East. He was a WWII Army Veteran and was preceded in death by his parents, John Terry and Mary Virginia Terry.He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Alma McCaskill Henegar; 6 children, Ramon Crump, Chatari Henegar (Aanyu), Justin Miles, James Henegar, Devon...
Richard Keith
Richard Darrell Keith, 41, of Louisville, died Thursday, February 6, 2011.Rick graduated from St. Xavier High School ('88) and University of South Carolina ('92).Rick is survived by his son, Marcus Keith; his parents Donald and Mary Ellen (Wintergerst) Keith; a sister Jennifer George (Travis); nieces, Ainsley, Addison; nephew, Gavin; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and his former wife Etsuko.Services will...
Joseph Priest
Mr. Joseph Edwin Priest, age 75, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2011. He was the owner\operator of Hancock Feed Store. Joseph is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean Hancock Priest; his children Dolph, Damon (Melanie), Noah (Lisa) Priest and Polly (David) Helton; grandchildren, Colin, Taylor, Abigail, Aidan, Jordyn and Cameron. Funeral Mass will be Friday 10:00a.m....
Susan Lynn Taylor
Susan Lynn Seagraves Taylor, 67, of Louisville, KY, passed away Friday, February 4, 2011 at Baptist Hospital East. Susan was a native of Louisville and a graduate of the University of Kentucky, a devoted wife and amazing mother, a member of Crestwood Baptist Church, and was active with many organizations, including Crestwood Civic Club and bridge club. Susan was a...
Frances C. Forman
Forman, Frances C. 77 passed away February 4th.She was a member of St Margaret Mary Catholic Church.She is survived by her husband, Mel; daughters, Cynthia Jordan,Laura Reynolds (Tim) and Melanie Clayton (Sam);8 grandchildrenand 4 great grandchildren.Funeral ceremony 11 AM Monday at Newcomer Funeral Home 235 Juneau Drivewith private burial. Visitation Sunday from 1-5 PMIn lieu of flowers donations may be...
Mark E. Bishop
Mark E. Bishop, 64, of New Albany passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2011 at Green Valley Care Center. Mark graduated from New Albany High School in 1965, went on to graduate from Indiana University, and was a member of First Southern Baptist Church in Floyds Knobs, Indiana. He was a quality manager for over 20 years at Paramount Plywood...
John H. Ballard
John H. Ballard, 79, of New Albany passed away on Saturday, February 5, 2011. John retired from General Electric after 37 years of service to the company. John was born on April 15, 1931 in Utica, Indiana to the late Hiram and Emma (Richards) Ballard. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Froedge, Rosie Doss, Mary Turner,...
Scot Allen Duggins
Mr. Scot Allen Duggins, age 48 of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. He was the owner and operator of Louisville Notary LLC, was a US Navy Veteran and a volunteer at the VA Hospital. He was the son of Thomas A. Duggins and the late Nancy B. Duggins. He was also preceded in death by his sister,...
Rae (Chambers) Wetherington
Rae (Chambers) Wetherington, 73, of New Albany, Indiana, formerly of Washington, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2011 at Lincoln Hills Nursing Home. Rae was a member of Faith Freewell Baptist Church in Washington, North Carolina. She enjoyed artwork, spending time with her family, and was especially close to her grandchildren. Rae was born on November 7, 1937...
Pauline Mcadams
Mrs. M. Pauline McAdams, age 75 of Simpsonville, formerly of Shepherdsville and Elizabethtown, passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. She was the daughter of the late James Earl Mason and Verna Etna Skaggs. She is preceded in death by her brother, Delbert T. Mason and sister, Evelyn Beatrice Mason Colvin. She was a former member of the First Baptist...
Gregory P. Reetz
Gregory P. "Greg" Reetz, 54, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Monday, February 1, 2011 at his home. Greg was a retired retail store manager for 2JR Pizza Hut. He loved music and was an excellent guitarist and musician. Greg was born on November 13, 1956 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin to Helen J. (Zeh) and the late Robert L. Reetz.Along...
Michael H. Bryan
Mr. Michael Houston Bryan, age 62 of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. He was a member of Southeast Christian Church. Mr. Bryan is survived by his former wife, Edna Bryan; children, Tracey Taul (Doug), Angela Hughes (James) and Michael Bryan; sister, Shirley Rogers (Alfred Austine); brothers, Richard, Oliver and Butch Bryan and their children; grandchildren, Russell, Ceaira...
Carol D. Jones
Carol D. Jones, 73, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Monday afternoon, January 31, 2011. He retired from Kroger after 25 years of service. Carol loved the outdoors that included fishing, boating, and hunting. He was an avid motorcyclist in the latter years of his life. Carol was born on March 2, 1937 in Marengo, Indiana to the late...
Michael Barta
Michael "Mickey" Stephen Barta, 62, of New Albany, Indiana passed away Saturday evening, January 29, 2011 at University of Louisville Hospital. Michael was born on September 1, 1948 in East Chicago, Indiana to John Louis Barta and Jeanette (Herwig) Mygrants. He spent most of his life in northwest Indiana and in 1979 married his wife, Linda. In 1981 his daughter,...
William Boberg
Boberg, William age 68 passed away January 31st. He was retired sales manager at M. Aron Corp. and the owner of Green Light Driving School.He is survived by his wife the former Susan Strittholt;sons, William M. (Katie) and Christopher (Amanda);daughters, Melanie Davis and Melisa Boberg (Breon);brothers, Bob and Jack (Robin) Boberg and 6 grandchildren.Funeral service 1 PM Thursday at Newcomer...
Joseph Maupin
Mr. Joseph M. Maupin, age 81 passed away January 31, 2011. He was retired from both General Electric and Jewish Hospital, was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Moose Lodge 5, VFW 3036, Highland Post American Legion and a friend of Ninth & O Baptist Church. He was a US Army and Navy Veteran of the Korean War.Mr. Maupin...
Mary C.(Blessinger) Freiberger
Mary C. (Blessinger) Freiberger, 93, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Monday morning, January 31, 2011 at her home. Mary enjoyed flowers and working in the garden. She also loved to bake cookies and cakes. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany. Mary was born on September 5, 1917 to the late Herbert and...
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