Obituaries
Patrick "Pat" Spainhour
Sep 10, 2023
Patrick "Pat" Spainhour, 60, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023. He was a member of Southeast Christian Church in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Emmaus Community, American Legion Post # 42, and IKORCC Union. Pat loved camping, his cats (Echo, Mickee, Mr. Boots), his dog (Maggie), cooking, wood working, and most importantly spending time with his family.He was...
Larry Lee "Goose" Johnson
Sep 10, 2023
Larry Lee "Goose" Johnson, 88, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 10, 2023. He was born on July 20 1935 in Borden, where he grew up until he moved to the family farm in Washington County in 1945. Larry attended Borden High School and enjoyed playing basketball.He went on to attend Ball State Teacher's...
Judy Carolyn Hanback
Sep 9, 2023
Judy Carolyn Hanback, 69, passed away on September 9, 2023. She was a member of Evangel World Prayer Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Hanback; daughter, Tina Louise Smith; mother, Louella Talley; father, Carlos Johnson and sister Jennifer Johnson Seebold.Judy leaves to cherish her memories, her children, Dwayna (James) Jaspering, Jo'Lynn (Kenny Lindsey) Hanback, Paul (Sarah)...
Bridget Geneva Kimbrough
Sep 9, 2023
Bridget Geneva Kimbrough, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Bridget was a loving, devoted, hard working mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was funny, enjoyed shopping, a wonderful cook and witty up until the very end. Bridget loved her church and her church family, and enjoyed her Bible study and Sunday School. She retired from Jefferson...
Margaret O. Purcell
Sep 9, 2023
Margaret O. Purcell, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Margaret was a loving mom, grandma, great-grandma, great-great-grandma, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a hard working woman who owned her own business Margaret's Tavern her whole life. She was always loving and caring, a wonderful cook, loved to sew, and enjoyed her hummingbirds. She was...
Evelyn June Lee
Sep 9, 2023
Evelyn June (Riker) Lee, 89, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Evelyn worked for the Floyd County School System for many years as a teacher's aide.She was born on February 23, 1934 in Washington, Indiana to the late Gene Riker and Esta (Stafford) Riker. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her...
Richard Thomas Keith Sr.
Sep 9, 2023
Richard Keith Sr., 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023.He was born on September 4, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Elmer and Fannie (Phillips) Keith. He is also preceded in death by his son, Richard "Richie" Thomas Keith, II, sister, Arlene Meridith and brother, Timothy "Timmy" Keith.Richard's true love was music and his saxophone....
Laurel Marie Gatrost
Sep 9, 2023
Laurel Marie Gatrost, age 82, was born in Taylorsville, Kentucky on October 22, 1940 and transitioned peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 9, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, James Orville Hilbert and Nancy Catherine Stout; and her husband, Douglas M. Gatrost. She is survived by her four children, Stacey Gatrost, Bruce Gatrost, Brett Gatrost (Sheila...
Janet Lynn Jones
Sep 8, 2023
Janet Lynn Jones, 66, passed away on September 8, 2023. Her family meant the world to her and spending time with her grandchildren was one of her greatest joys. Janet was an avid BINGO player. She will be truly missed, but will forever live in our hearts. She was preceded in death by parents, Frank and Edith Proctor.Janet leaves to...
Roy Lee Craven
Sep 8, 2023
Roy Lee Craven, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, went to be with the Lord on September 8th, 2023. He was born on August 2nd, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky to Billie Joyce and George C. Craven. After graduating HS in 1970, he was drafted into the Army and served two years. Following his return home, he became a Louisville Professional Firefighter; a...
Phillis Lorene Ewing
Sep 8, 2023
Phillis Lorene Ewing, 85, of Louisville, KY passed away on September 8, 2023. She was born to the late Buford, Sr. and Catherine Ewing on September 3, 1938 in Lebanon, KY. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, Buford Ewing, Jr., Gerald Ewing, Cecil Ewing, Clyde Ewing, and Doris Thurman. Phillis is survived by her many nieces, nephews,...
Clara Dianne Ewing
Sep 8, 2023
Clara Dianne Ewing, 69, passed away on September 8, 2023. She was born on August 20, 1954, in Louisville, KY, to Earl and Elizabeth Ewing.She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Mark Allen Ewing and her parents.Dianne leaves to cherish her memories, Jack Buehner, Jr., who shared their life together for 38 years; siblings, Paul Ewing, Gregory (Theresa)...
Bonnie Sue Keibler
Sep 8, 2023
Bonnie Sue Keibler, 67, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023. She retired after a long career as a certified nursing assistant. Bonnie had a great personality and a good sense of humor. She will be terribly missed. She was born on August 15, 1956 in New Albany to Robert and Alma (Baugh) Keibler. In addition...
Kenneth Joseph Phelphs, Sr.
Sep 7, 2023
Kenneth Joseph Phelphs, Sr, passed away on September 7, 2023. He was a devoted Catholic and a man of faith. Kenneth enjoyed going turtle hunting, fishing and raising rabbits. He was an avid UK fan, he loved watching western movies and going to flea markets with his grandchildren. He loved his family deeply and would give his shirt off of...
Abraham Joseph Mills Jr.
Sep 7, 2023
Abraham Joseph Mills Jr., 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023. Abraham was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was devoted in his relationship with Christ and spreading his knowledge and love into his family and community. He will truly be missed by anyone and everyone who had the honor of...
Robert Raymond Burgin, Sr.
Sep 7, 2023
Robert Raymond Burgin, Sr., 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023. He was born on September 11, 1945 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Laura Mitchell Burgin. Robert retired from Canada Dry Bottling Company where he was a truck driver for over 30 years. His entire life he was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he...
Neil Allen Lewis Jr.
Sep 6, 2023
Neil Allen Lewis Jr., 45, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was born on June 10, 1978 in Louisville, Kentucky to Neil Lewis Sr. and Gisele Williams. He is preceded in death by his Father, Neil Allen Lewis, Sr., Daughter, Charlize A. Lewis, Grandmother, Joyce G. Lewis, Grandfather, Richard J. Childs Sr., Grandmother, Mary K....
Vernon Earl Potts
Sep 6, 2023
Vernon Earl Potts, 85, of Taylorsville, husband of Carol Potts, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023.Born April 21, 1938, he was a son of the late Gordon and Alice Briener Potts.He was a retired police officer with Jefferson County Police Department, where he served for 22 and ½ years, and was an Army Veteran.He was a member of the American...
Joseph Lee Barnett
Sep 6, 2023
Joseph Lee "Joe" Barnett, 89, of Shelbyville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was the son of Shelby Barnett and Martha Martinie Barnett, who preceded him in death. Joe was a Veteran, serving in Army Security Agency in Tokyo, Japan. He was a graduate of Campbellsburg (KY) High School, Hanover College (Hanover, IN) and the University...
Alice Mae (Bowling) Woodruff
Sep 6, 2023
Alice Mae (Bowling) Woodruff, 88, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. She was a member of the Eastern Star and Atkins Chapel UMC in Floyds Knobs.She was born on July 7, 1935 in Louisville, Kentucky to Paul and Lilly (Norman) Bowling. In addition to her parents, Alice was preceded in death by her husband, Charles...
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