Obituaries

Yoel Roberto Napoles Ravelo

Yoel Roberto Napoles Ravelo

Jul 25, 2024

Yoel Roberto Nápoles Ravelo, de 32 años, de Louisville, Kentucky, falleció el jueves 25 de julio de 2024. Yoel era un hijo, hermano y amigo amoroso y devoto. Era un ávido amante de los animales y tenía un corazón de oro y una sonrisa que podía iluminar la habitación. Yoel era muy inteligente y dedicó varios años de su vida...

Joyce E. Palmer

Joyce E. Palmer

Jul 25, 2024

Joyce Elaine Palmer, 67, died Thursday, July 25, 2024 surrounded in love. Called Joy by her family and friends, the nickname was fitting as it informed her outlook on life. She found joy in all the small things - in dancing to Bruno Mars with her granddaughter, in fishing with her sons, and most importantly in the life she built...

Diana Jean "Diane" (Switzer) Juday

Diana Jean "Diane" (Switzer) Juday

Jul 25, 2024

Diana Jean "Diane" (Switzer) Juday, 74, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024. She was born on July 18, 1950 in Florence, Kentucky to James and Dorothy (Gray) Switzer. In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her husband, LaVerne "Red" Juday.Diane is survived by her children, Jami Fowler (Jason), Kacye Juday-Milam (Ben), Lynetta Jenkins,...

Kenny Fortney

Kenny Fortney

Jul 25, 2024

Kenny Fortney, 68, of Lexington, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024. 

He was born on March 14, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Georgia (Stewart) Fortney. He is also preceded in death by his four brothers, Walter Fortney, Ronnie Fortney, Ashell Edwards and Chuck Fortney. 

Kenny is survived by his daughters, Mariea Ann Flowers (Brian), Keri Lynn Fortney, son,...

Jane Annette (Martin) Richards

Jane Annette (Martin) Richards

Jul 25, 2024

Jane Annette (Martin) Richards, 89, a longtime resident of southern Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024.

She was born on February 14, 1935 in Palmyra, Indiana to James and Juanita (Parker) Martin. In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her brothers, Jay and Tom.

Jane is survived by her husband of 71 years, Dallas Richards; children,...

Willa Mae Doucette

Willa Mae Doucette

Jul 25, 2024

Willa Mae Doucette, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2024. Willa was a loving and devoted mother, Nana, and sister. She had a beautiful smile that could light up the room. Willa spent many years selflessly serving others as a nurse at the General Hospital. She was devoted to her religion as a Jehovah Witness. Willa...

Isaac Mwungura

Isaac Mwungura

Jul 24, 2024

Isaac Mwungura, 18, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. 

He was born on July 2, 2006 in Kigali, Rwanda to Charles and Esperance (Nyirantebuka) Mwungura. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Elias Buvunduri. 

Isaac was a senior at Portland Christian School and had a passion for Jazz music. 

Isaac leaves behind his loving parents, Charles Mwungura, Esperance...

Mattie Sue Hurst

Mattie Sue Hurst

Jul 24, 2024

Mattie Sue Hurst had her first glimpse of glory and ran healed and whole to the arms of the Savior on July 24, 2024.

Born on November 20, 1960, in Louisville, KY. Mattie grew up in Georgetown and Borden with three siblings before marrying Richard Hurst in 1981.

Mattie eventually went to work in the school cafeteria at Borden Elementary as a...

Barbara Jane (Jacobi) Freiberger

Barbara Jane (Jacobi) Freiberger

Jul 24, 2024

Barbara Jane (Jacobi) Freiberger, 67, of Floyds Knobs entered into God’s Kingdom on July 24, 2024. She was born March 20, 1957 to Beulah and Francis Jacobi. 

She was a very loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Edward; sons, Travis and Nicholas; granddaughter, Jagger; brothers, Jude, Jerome, Anthony(Sandy), James Jacobi; sisters,...

Raymond F. Bush

Raymond F. Bush

Jul 24, 2024

Raymond F. Bush, 69, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Ray was the proud owner and operator of Ray Bush Plumbing.

He was born on April 2, 1955 in Kokomo, Indiana to the late Rolly Bush and Violet Aldridge Rightnour. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his 4 sisters.

Ray is survived by his...

Warner Davis "Barney" Long

Warner Davis "Barney" Long

Jul 24, 2024

Warner Davis “Barney” Long, age 85, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday July 24, 2024. He fought a 20-year battle with mantle cell lymphoma, beating the odds and giving all the glory to God. He exemplified this by serving people with the love of Christ until the day he left...

David E. Turner

David E. Turner

Jul 23, 2024

David E. Turner, 54, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. David was a loving brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. He was a man of great Christian faith, loved to go to church, and was an Usher at Portland Memorial Baptist Church. He was a dedicated employee for 30 years at the Kroger in Portland. He...

Robert "Robby" Griffith

Robert "Robby" Griffith

Jul 23, 2024

Robert "Robby" Griffith, 60, of Shelbyville, KY passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. He was born on February 6, 1964 in Shelbyville to the late William "Billy" Griffith and Shirley Griffith. He was a graduate of Shelby County High School, class of 1982. Robby worked for Prunell FB Sausage Company in Simpsonville,...

Paul E. Poindexter

Paul E. Poindexter

Jul 23, 2024

Paul Poindexter, 61, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Paul enjoyed gardening, listening to his favorite music, and cooking. Paul loved animals, especially his cats Ruby, Monkey, and Riley, but above all, Paul loved spending time with his family and friends. 

He was born on December 26, 1962 in Dallas, Texas to Charles and Clara "Aggie"...

Sarah Faye Hunter

Sarah Faye Hunter

Jul 23, 2024

Sarah Faye Hunter, 47, of Carrollton, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. 

She was born on February 8, 1977 in Louisville, Kentucky to Larry and Edna (Felker) Hunter. She is preceded in death by her Father, Larry Wayne Hunter, Granddaughter, Nevaeh Spencer, and Brother, William (Jodie) Hunter.

Sarah is survived by her loving family, Mother, Edna Louise Wright; Children, Cameron...

Kathleen Mary Fritz

Kathleen Mary Fritz

Jul 23, 2024

Kathleen Mary Fritz, 84, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Kathy was a graduate of Providence High School. She was a long-time member of Holy Family Catholic Church.

She was born on September 13, 1939 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Herman Banet and Grace Falkenstein Banet. Along with her parents, she is preceded in...

Darrel Paul Griffin

Darrel Paul Griffin

Jul 22, 2024

Darrel Paul Griffin, a devoted scholar, cherished family member, and passionate community servant, passed away at the age of 71 on July 22, 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born and raised in Iowa, Darrel spent his college years in Berea where he met his beloved wife Brenda. His life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to faith, learning, service, and...

Darline Joy Hawkins

Darline Joy Hawkins

Jul 22, 2024

Darline Joy Hawkins, age 92, of Louisville KY, passed away on July 22, 2024. Darline was born in Louisville KY, August 1, 1931, to the late Louis Edward and Agnes Alvey Ohlmann. After graduating Holy Rosary Catholic High School, she went on to attend and receive some college from Bellarmine University. Darline worked for and retired from Metropolitan Insurance Company....

David William Dorado

David William Dorado

Jul 22, 2024

David William Dorado, 83, of LaGrange, entered the Gates of Heaven on July 22, 2024. He was born on June 25, 1941, in Los Angeles, California to Romulo and Adelaide Dorado. He was also preceded in death by his twin brother, Daniel, and brother, Jerry.

David was a very loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. He is survived by his...

Edgar Ray Poe

Edgar Ray Poe

Jul 22, 2024

Edgar Ray Poe, 85, of Elizabeth, Indiana, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Vietnam War. Edgar retired from Lincoln Income Life Insurance Company and for many years, had enjoyed gardening alongside of his late wife, Sue.

He was born on November 20, 1938 in Louisville, Kentucky...

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