Obituaries

David Joseph Mateja

David Joseph Mateja

May 7, 2026

After a well lived life, traveling all over the world, David Mateja passed away on May 7, 2026. David grew up in Louisville Kentucky, where he graduated from St. Xavier High School in 1966. He graduated from the University of Louisville in 1970 and earned his MBA from Indiana University in 1992. David was a proud board member of the...

Thomas Francis Ambach

Thomas Francis Ambach

May 6, 2026

Thomas Francis "Tom" Ambach, age 66 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.  He was born on August 12, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late John William and Mary Ann Eberle Ambach.  He graduated from DeSales High School and was an associate at both Kroger and Meijer.  He was an avid University of Louisville Cardinal, Cincinnati...

Carol Ann (Tucker) Wibbels

Carol Ann (Tucker) Wibbels

May 6, 2026

Carol Ann (Tucker) Wibbels, 73, born on March 25, 1953, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away on May 6, 2026. Carol lived a life that reflected warmth and an enduring commitment to her family.

As the embodiment of a devoted homemaker, Carol possessed a remarkable talent as a seamstress, creating cherished baby blankets for her loved ones that have left lasting...

Ronald Earl Gibson

Ronald Earl Gibson

May 5, 2026

Ronald Earl Gibson, revered by many as "Cowboy," passed away on May 5, 2026, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Born on June 7, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky, Ronald lived a life marked by adventure, dedication, and an enduring love for family.

Ronald demonstrated a passion for the open road, a calling he would embrace throughout his entire career. As an over-the-road truck driver,...

Richard "Rich" Loren Scott, Sr.

Richard "Rich" Loren Scott, Sr.

May 4, 2026

Richard “Rich” Loren Scott Sr., 80, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026. Rich loved being outdoors and all kinds of sports including swimming, hiking, running, biking and golf. He also loved working at Pacers and Racers running store and talking to and helping customers have a good experience buying shoes and running apparel.

He was born on...

Bruce Lackey

Bruce Lackey

May 4, 2026

Bruce Edward Lackey was born July 3rd 1950 to Mary Rose and Hallous Lackey, Sr. in Louisville, Kentucky

He joined Third Christian Church at an carly age. He was a 1969 Graduate of Louisville Central High School, He vas a long time worker of General Electric (GE) and retired from employment. He was an excellent cook and an avid University of...

Juanita Marie Edmondson

Juanita Marie Edmondson

May 4, 2026

Juanita passed away on May 4, 2026, and was born in Louisville Kentucky April 5, 1932, to John and Marie Crumes.  Her father worked at G.E. and did other odd jobs while her mother was a homemaker.  Juanita was baptized at St. Stephen Baptist Church in 1948, by the late Rev. B. J. Miller, Sr.  Juanita graduated from Central High...

Charlotte Shoopman-Girdley

Charlotte Shoopman-Girdley

May 4, 2026

Charlotte Shoopman-Girdley, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born Charlotte Nation on May 27, 1949, in Shelbyville, Kentucky, she lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Charlotte’s journey began in Shelbyville, where she was raised by her parents,...

Bruce Hall

Bruce Hall

May 4, 2026

William Bruce Hall (Bruce) of Louisville peacefully passed away Monday, May 4, 2026 after an extended illness, with his loved ones by his side. He was born May 8, 1943 to Robert Craig Hall and Charlotte Robards Hall and grew up with his brother Thomas Craig Hall, and sisters, Virginia Hall and Alice Hall Hamilton, (Rowe). His parents, brother and...

Phyllis Ann Diaz

Phyllis Ann Diaz

May 4, 2026

Phyllis Ann Spangler Diaz, 89, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026. Born on April 5, 1937, in Longacre, West Virginia. A graduate of Montgomery High School in West Virginia, later she worked at Hykens, where she specialized in selling designer clothing, bringing style and elegance to many.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Anna Foster (Mark McQuillen), and son Michael...

Patricia "Patty" Ann Hutchinson

Patricia "Patty" Ann Hutchinson

May 4, 2026

Patricia "Patty" Ann (Kennedy) Hutchinson, passed away on May 4, 2026. Born on June 25, 1940, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Patty lived a life marked a devotion to her family, and a passion for creativity she nurtured from her youth until her final days.

From her early years, Patty displayed a remarkable artistic talent. As a high school student, she proudly became...

Brayden David Maggard

Brayden David Maggard

May 4, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Brayden David Maggard, a radiant light in the lives of all who knew him. Born on November 25, 2014, in Elizabethtown, KY, Brayden graced this world with a gentle spirit and an affectionate personality that could brighten any room. He peacefully left us on May 4, 2026, in Georgetown,...

Dorris "Cooney" Trice, Jr.

Dorris "Cooney" Trice, Jr.

May 3, 2026

Dorris "Cooney" Trice, Jr., a devoted family man and steadfast worker, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026. Born on March 15, 1955, in Christian County, Kentucky, he lived a life marked by dedication, humility, and a straightforward approach to both work and family.

Dorris was a very hard worker who devoted many years to his career before retiring. He was...

Jennifer Lynn Alford

Jennifer Lynn Alford

May 3, 2026

Jennifer Lynn Alford, cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, at the age of 51.

Born on October 18, 1974, Jennifer was a woman of deep faith and boundless love. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life—cooking delicious meals that delighted her family, sharing laughter...

Barbara A. Freeman

Barbara A. Freeman

May 3, 2026

Barbara A. Freeman, age 76 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.  She was born February 2, 1950 in Elkhorn City, Kentucky to the late Bevin and Rosa Belcher Rose.  She grew up in Pound, VA . and  met the love of her life, Eugene in 1966 then married...

Pamela Kay King

Pamela Kay King

May 1, 2026

Pamela Kay King, a gentle and loving soul who touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know her, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026. Born on May 14, 1955, Pamela lived a life defined by unwavering kindness, selflessness, grace, and an extraordinary capacity to love. To know Pamela was to feel welcomed, comforted, and deeply cared for.

Above all...

Samuel "Sammy" Hughes

Samuel "Sammy" Hughes

May 1, 2026

Samuel N. Hughes "Sammy", 58 of Louisville, passed away on May 1, 2026. Born October 6, 1967, he was a lifelong Louisvillian.

Sammy was the kind of person you could count on - plain and simple. He took great pride in being dependable, whether it meant showing up for work, helping family, answering a call or being there when someone needed...

Betty Jane Griffin

Betty Jane Griffin

May 1, 2026

Betty Jane Griffin, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026. Betty was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, and Grammy to her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was strong willed and independent, but always present for her family. Betty had a passion for capturing memories with her family and could always be found taking videos...

Bobby Earnest

Bobby Earnest

Apr 30, 2026

Bobby Earnest, a beloved husband, father, and papaw passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on April 30, 2026. He was born on May 16, 1936, in Welch, West Virginia, to his late parents, Jess and Ainer Earnest.

Bobby enjoyed a simple life and set the standard for a hard working family man. He loved his family and was always...

Elmer Harris Cheatwood

Elmer Harris Cheatwood

Apr 30, 2026

Elmer Harris Cheatwood Jr. also known as "Gramps", age 97, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Harris was a devout Christian who loved the Lord with all his heart and never failed to share his faith with people who crossed his path. He treasured his life with Sue deeply and sharing their story. He enjoyed watching...

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