Obituaries
John Schmitt, Jr.
Sep 29, 2023
John Schmitt, Jr., 75, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023. John was outgoing and never met a stranger. He enjoyed going to the casino, telling jokes, all animals, and dinners with family and friends. John started his love for repairing antique clocks, knives, and Bell and Mill slot machines after helping his dad at Jack's...
Della Scott Newman
Sep 29, 2023
Della Scott Newman, age 92, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. She was renowned for her style, good humor, home cooking and support for her family, friends and community. Loved by all who knew her, her response was always: "Love you more." Even before today's contentious times, she taught her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren that "you...
Brenda Kay Baucum
Sep 28, 2023
Brenda Kay Baucum, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Brenda was a loving and devoted wife, mother, Mamaw, Grandma, sister, aunt and friend. She was a dedicated employee spending many years of service at KFC, Solectron, Outer Loop Child Care, and Leap Frog Academy. Brenda was a wonderful teacher and was affectionately known as Mamaw...
Angela Christine Ramirez
Sep 28, 2023
Angela Ramirez (Angie), left this life on Thursday, September 28 at the age of 50.Angie, born in Lexington, Kentucky, was the daughter of Joseph and Brenda (Miles) Thompson. Angie was a 1991 graduate of Lexington Catholic High School and a 1995 graduate of Bellarmine College. After graduating, Angie worked at GE where she met her great love, Lionel.Together, Lionel and...
Delana Ann Owen
Sep 27, 2023
Delana Ann Owen, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Delana loved family more than life its self especially her grandchildren. She is an avid gambler who never perfected the art of winning. She had a selfless heart and would do anything for anyone. She was always the life of the party AKA "Party Girl". She...
Rowena G. Clemons
Sep 27, 2023
Rowena G. (Zimbro) Clemons, 82, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. She enjoyed making cakes and candies, photography, and spending time with her family. She had a passion for decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas. Rowena loved her dogs, especially Yuki. She was born on September 28, 1940 in Effingham, Illinois to the late Clarence...
William Lowell Hamilton
Sep 27, 2023
William Lowell Hamilton, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was born on March 12, 1947 in Glasgow, Kentucky to the late William and Mary Hamilton. He retired from Ford after 38 years of service and was a Kentucky Colonel. Lowell is survived by his loving wife of 8 years, Tonie Labadia Hamilton. Visitation will...
Debra Rose Ireland
Sep 27, 2023
Debra "Big Debbie" Ireland, 70, of Pewee Valley, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. She was born on February 19, 1953 in Scottsburg, Indiana to the late John and Alieta (Martin) Hurd. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Jim Ireland. Debra is survived by her daughter, Debbie Lynn Durbin (Chris), son, Jonathan Ray Woosley (Missy),...
Donna Faye (Hagan) Marr
Sep 26, 2023
Donna Faye (Hagan) Marr, 80, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. She was a member of Palmyra Grace Church, a foster parent/second parent to many over the years, and an avid quilter and gardener.She was born on October 12, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Louie Hagan and Elizabeth (Shepherd) Hagan. Donna is survived by...
Donald Everett Hollis
Sep 26, 2023
Donald Everett Hollis, 71, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He was born on August 3, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky and raised by Alvin and Doris (Taylor) Krull. He is preceded in death by his parents. Donnie was a 1971 graduate of Valley High School in Louisville. He retired from Phillip Morris where he served as...
Cynthia Powell Hartman
Sep 25, 2023
Cynthia Powell Hartman, 58, of Salem, IN passed away on September 25th following a tragic automobile accident involving her and her husband, Mark Hartman, who subsequently passed away a week later.Cynthia was a graduate of Moore High School and attended Jefferson Community College. She was employed for 30 years at Frost Brown Todd. She was an active member of Canton...
Vena Lynn Henderson
Sep 25, 2023
Vena Lynn Henderson, 72, passed away on September 25, 2023. She was a great woman of faith and a prayer warrior. Vena was a talented seamstress and was a caregiver to many. She was the definition of love; she welcomed everyone with open arms. Vena's family meant the world to her and spending time with them was her greatest enjoyment...
Roy Gerald Combest
Sep 25, 2023
Roy Gerald "Jerry" Combest, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. He was born on December 5, 1942 in White Oak, Kentucky to the late Henry and Frances (Flatt) Combest. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Joann Wright.Jerry was a devoted and loving family man with a heart of gold....
Charlotte Sue Burk
Sep 25, 2023
Charlotte Sue Burk, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. She was born on February 16, 1953 in Casey County, Kentucky to the late William and Elvie (Woodrum) Bolt . Charlotte is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Danny Burk, Sr., daughter, Angela (Victor P.) Henry, son, Danny (Carrissa) Burk, Jr., and son, William...
John Franklin Martin
Sep 25, 2023
John Franklin Martin, 86, was welcomed home to his Heavenly Father the morning of September 25, 2023. He passed away at the hospital with his daughter, Sue Cooper, at his side. John was born in Hardinsburg, IN on March 16, 1937, to Estelle and Ancel Martin. He is survived by his long time friend, Louis Cundiff, Sr; daughters, Sue Cooper...
Charlotte Willoughby
Sep 25, 2023
Charlotte Willoughby, 69, of Fairdale, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. She was born on February 25, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to George and Corinne (Meeks) Anderson . She is preceded in death by her father.Charlotte was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She retired as a Bank Teller after 30 plus years, she and her...
Eric Laurence Nicodemus
Sep 25, 2023
With great sorrow and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our loving, kind,and unimaginably generous husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Eric LaurenceNicodemus.Eric passed away on September 25, 2023 after an unexpected illness. He was only52. We are devastated and shocked by his sudden death.Eric is survived by his wife and best friend, Kim (Bailey), who deeply cherishedtheir 26...
Jerrold Roscoe Reynolds
Sep 24, 2023
Jerrold Roscoe "Jerry" Reynolds, 80, of Highland Park, Passed away on September 24, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born to Roscoe and Nellie Reynolds on April 23, 1943. Jerry restored cars for a living and never fully retired from working. In his spare time he enjoyed reading, cooking, fishing and camping, road trips and cookouts with his loved...
Jo Skeeters
Sep 24, 2023
Jo Skeeters, 62, of Louisville Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, September 24th, 2023. She was born on July 15th, 1961, to the late Ethel I. Williams, along with her mother, she is preceded in death by; Father, George W. Williams, Sister, Dottie Ann, Brother, Nick Williams. Jo is survived by her loving family; Brothers, Sam Williams, Mark Williams, Son, Tony...
Sylvia L. Southers
Sep 24, 2023
Sylvia Southers, 73, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Sylvia was a member of Howard Chapel Missionary Church in New Albany, Indiana and a volunteer for Kentucky Center for the Arts. She enjoyed shopping, traveling, and most importantly spending time with family and friends.Sylvia was born on June 3, 1950, in New Albany, Indiana, to...
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