Obituaries
Irene French
Jun 2, 2024
Irene (Monhollen) French, 89, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born on January 10, 1935, in Corbin, Kentucky, to the late Walter Monhollen and Edna (Barton) Lawless. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, McCellon "Dick" French; sons, Jerry Lunsford, Ronnie Lunsford, and Michael French; and siblings, Cecil...
William Wayne "Bill" Fields
Jun 2, 2024
William Wayne "Bill" Fields, age 63 of LaGrange, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. He was a loving man of God and family. He worked for Mondelez (formerly Nabisco) for 30 years as a driver and Union Steward, as well as being a member of the Teamster’s Local 89. Bill is preceded in death by son, Seth Albert...
Phillip Taylor "Phil" Long
Jun 2, 2024
Phillip Taylor "Phil" Long, 73, passed away on June 2, 2024. He was well known in the car and towing industry and he was the owner of Long & Son Towing and A - Express Towing. Phillip was always being goofy and was the life of the party, always putting a smile on your face. His children and grandchildren were...
Mary Golde
Jun 2, 2024
Mary Golde, 68, of Shelbyville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024.She was born on April 16, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky to Louis and Mary (Vitatoe) Ballard. Mary loved spending time with her family and grandchildren down by the ocean. She enjoyed gardening, curling up with a good book, and spending time with her close friends and family. She...
Shirley Temple Howard
Jun 1, 2024
Shirley Temple Howard, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 10, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions,...
Barbara Ray Schmitt
Jun 1, 2024
Barbara Ray Schmitt, 84, of Louisville, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born on February 13, 1940 in Louisville to the late Emerson Ray and Dorothy Gernert. Barbara was a Registered Nurse in Louisville for 48 years. She was a parishioner at the Cathedral of the Assumption for over 30...
Aaron Scott Phillips
Jun 1, 2024
Aaron Scott Phillips (or A-A-Ron, as family affectionately referred to him), aged 48, of Smyrna, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 1st, at Vanderbilt hospital. After winning his years-long battle with cancer, he succumbed to treatment complications. He passed peacefully after a small service, surrounded by family and friends. Aaron was born on December 26, 1975 to Lynda Joyce Heavrin...
Charles "Bam Bam" Wimberly, Jr.
Jun 1, 2024
Charles "Bam Bam" Wimberly, Jr., 50, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was born on June 29, 1973 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles and Gail (Ford) Wimberly. Charles is preceded in death by his late grandparents. Charles is survived by his loving daughter, Cheyenne Oliver (Paul), bonus daughter, Jasmine Oliver, son, Steven A....
Donny Short
Jun 1, 2024
Donald Ray Short, fondly known as "Donny," unexpectedly transitioned into the next life on June 1st, 2024. Born on August 23rd, 1970, Donny leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He is survived by his loving mother and Pops, Rose and John Shipley; his brother, David White; his daughter, Athena Bannister Short; his son, Nathan Short; his grandchildren,...
John A. Walter
Jun 1, 2024
John Albert Walter, 87, of Lanesville, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. John was a proud member of St. Mary's Lanesville, Seniors Citizen Community Meade County Kentucky, and Lanesville Heritage Committee. He enjoyed woodworking, traveling, and most importantly spending time with his family. He was born on October 24, 1936, in Lanesville, Indiana, to the late Herman and...
Joyce Ann Riley
Jun 1, 2024
Joyce Ann Riley, 86, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She had a long and successful career as a civil servant, having first worked for the Census Bureau, then transferring to the National Security Agency and eventually retiring from the Louisville Naval Ordinance Station. Upon retirement, Joyce became the Assistant Activities Director at Riverview Village and...
Gerald R Skaggs
Jun 1, 2024
Gerald Richard Skaggs, aged 83, departed this life on June 1, 2024, and was called to his eternal resting place. He was surrounded by his loving family at Norton Pavilion Hospital, at the time of his passing. Born on the 10th of March in the year 1941, Jerry was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and uncle. His...
Brandie Jo Burggraf
Jun 1, 2024
Brandie Jo Burggraf, age 50 of LaGrange, Kentucky passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. Brandie was born August 21st, 1973 in Dayton, Ohio. Brandie grew up in West Carrolton, Ohio and graduated from West Carrolton High School in 1991. She received her Doctor of Business Management, with a specialization in Human Resources from Capella University in 2020. She was the...
Mitchell Joseph Crowe
May 31, 2024
Mitchell Joseph Crowe, 59, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. He was a talented painter and longtime member of the Sons & Daughters of the American Legion - Shawnee Post 19. Mitchell loved being outdoors, both camping and fishing, and enjoyed spending time with his family and playing shuffle board. He was known for his...
Frank Whetstone
May 31, 2024
Frank Whetstone, 79, went home to his heavenly Father on May 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born on June 24, 1944, in Kellyton, Alabama. He was the second of Ezra and Carrie Bell Whetstone's eight children. Frank was a 1965 graduate of J.D. Thompson High School where he met the love of his life Betty Joyce...
Willard Mason
May 31, 2024
Willard T. Mason , 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. Willard loved spending time with his friends especially his grandchildren. He was a devoted Christian would always listen to his electronic bible and always loved singing at church with his wife. He was born on January 16, 1944 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is preceded in...
Eloise Walton "Weezy" Gatewood
May 31, 2024
Eloise Walton "Weezy" Gatewood, 78, passed away on May 31, 2024. Spending time with her family meant the world to her. Eloise was a strong woman of faith and enjoyed listening to gospel music. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Jewell Gatewood; parents, Orville and Missouri Rice and her brother, Edgar Rice. Eloise leaves to cherish her...
Shannon Marie Long
May 31, 2024
Shannon Marie Long, 54, of Corydon, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. She had a big heart and loved her family deeply. Shannon was often times outspoken, with the natural ability to break the ice and start up a conversation. She was an avid writer and enjoyed journaling daily. She was born on June 11, 1969 in Louisville,...
John Claus "Jc" Norris
May 31, 2024
John Claus "JC" Norris passed away on May 31, 2024. He was employed by UPS Hub for 27 years as a fork lift driver. JC always had a smile on his face and had many friends. He was an avid UK basketball and football fan. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marvin John Norris, Jr. JC leaves to...
James "Jim" Alan Miklosh
May 30, 2024
James "Jim" Alan Miklosh, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. He was born on December 5, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph and Stella Miklosh. Jim was known for his incredible sense of humor and kindness, which he often displayed to a fault. He was an excellent golfer and bowler, dedicated lifelong friend to many,...
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