Obituaries
John Clifton Chatman
Apr 4, 2024
John Clifton Chatman, age 63, passed away on April 4, 2024, in Louisville, KY. John "J.C.", was born on October 6, 1960, in Fort Worth Texas, to Jimmie Thomas and Barbara Ann (Beckett) Chatman. He was the middle child. The family moved to Abilene Texas in 1966 where he grew up. He attended Jane Long Elementary, Mann Jr. High and...
Donald V. Fein
Apr 4, 2024
Donald "Donnie" V. Fein, 74, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Donnie was a proud member of the American Legion in Floyd County. He enjoyed boating, camping, and most importantly spending time with family and grandchildren.He was born on January 8, 1950 to the late Russell Fein and Lucille (Ollis) Cooper. In addition to his...
Gordon Denver Chaffins
Apr 4, 2024
Gordon Denver Chaffins, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Gordon was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time bowling, golfing, and was an avid UK fan. Gordon proudly served his country in the US Air Force. He will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him....
Jerry Alan Shaw
Apr 4, 2024
Jerry Alan Shaw, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on April 4, 2024, in New Albany, Indiana. He was born on September 19, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to his loving parents Zilbert and Gladys Shaw.Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 37 years, Juliet Eleanor Shaw (Roark), and his parents Zilbert and Gladys Shaw....
Ethan Barry Sosnin
Apr 4, 2024
Ethan Barry Sosnin, 10 days, of Henryville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Ethan was a true blessing to his family. Even in his short time on Earth, he was a strong fighter and loved beyond imagination. Ethan will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him."The baby was pulled early by God, for...
Owen J. Ruic
Apr 4, 2024
Owen Joseph Ruic, 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024 after a long, courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born on June 6, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late John and Coletta Martin Ruic. He is also preceded in death by his brothers, Bruce Ruic and Kevin Ruic.In 1964 he enlisted in the U.S....
Genevieve Yvonne (Butterick) Griffin
Apr 4, 2024
Genevieve Yvonne "Jenny" (Butterick) Griffin, 76, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.She was born on July 3, 1947 in Olny, Illinois to Robert and Margaret (Kissen) Butterick. In addition to her parents, Jenny was preceded in death by her grandson, Ryan Koehler.Jenny is survived by her husband of 60 years, Donnie Griffin; children, Michael (Tricia), Lisa,...
Mary "Lou" Smith
Apr 3, 2024
Mary "Lou" Smith, 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Lou was a very outgoing person, she loved camping, fishing, kids, cooking, and most of all loved spending time with her family. She was a fighter overcoming lung cancer. She was a loyal employee to NPC for 22 years. Lou will truly be missed by anyone...
Tommy Charles Ayers, Jr.
Apr 3, 2024
Tommy Charles Ayers, Jr., 84, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and retired from Reynolds Aluminum. Tommy enjoyed camping, woodworking and making crafts.He was born on October 28, 1939 in Lee County, Virginia to Tommy, Sr. and Mae (Edens) Ayers. In addition to his...
Sandy Boyd
Apr 2, 2024
Robert S. "Sandy" Boyd, Jr., 56, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Sandy was a loving and devoted son, brother, and uncle. He was known for his hard work and his loyalty to his family and friends. Sandy was a skilled handyman and took pride in his work. He enjoyed spending time camping, playing frisbee golf,...
Nelson Scott Waldrews
Apr 2, 2024
Nelson "Scott" Waldrews, 60, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was a proud member of 40 & 8 Voiture 1250. Scott enjoyed bingo, casino, shopping, spending time with family and friends.He was born on October 31, 1963 in New Albany, Indiana to the late George and Anna (Miller) Waldrews He is preceded in death...
Lena Mae Fields
Apr 2, 2024
Lena Mae Fields, age 89, passed away in Louisville, KY on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was born July 7, 1934 in Letcher County to the late Charlie & Liza Ross. She was a homemaker with an avid love of gardening, the outdoors and shopping at "Macy's" (Goodwill.) She was a devoted wife to Lovell Fields, and mother to Margaret...
Wilma Jean Pierce
Apr 2, 2024
Wilma Jean Pierce, 84, passed away on April 2, 2024. She was a loving mother, grandma and great-grandma also known as Mamaw. Wilma loved playing and coaching sports; especially softball and volleyball. She was an avid UK and UofL basketball fan and enjoyed watching NASCAR, Gameshow Network and the Hallmark Channel. She liked working in her flower garden and sharing...
Latoya Danielle Houseal
Apr 2, 2024
LaToya Danielle Houseal, 40, passed away on April 2, 2024.Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 11am-1pm with a celebration of LaToya's life beginning at 1pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY.LaToya's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service.To leave a special...
Barbara Ann (Mahoney) Pervis
Apr 1, 2024
Barbara Ann (Mahoney) Pervis, 84, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. She retired after a long and successful career in nursing. Barbara was a woman of deep faith and a member of the Church of God in Elizabeth. She enjoyed nature, was an avid reader and also an animal lover. She was born on February 16,...
John F. Doll
Apr 1, 2024
John Doll, 81, of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. He was born on September 8, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Elmer Doll and Helen Tate. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Pat Stivers. John is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Deborah Doll; two sons, Ted Doll (Marcie), Bill...
Cecilia Lynn Gies
Apr 1, 2024
Cecilia "Lynn" Gies was a beloved grandmother, mother, and wife during her incredible 75 years of life. She passed away peacefully into the loving arms of our Lord on Monday, April 1st surrounded by her loved ones in prayer.Originally from Orleans, Indiana, Lynn was born September 17, 1948 and is survived by her husband Andrew Gies, son Brad Hudson and...
Loretta Lee Carroll
Apr 1, 2024
Loretta L Carroll, of Louisville KY, passed away at the age of 85, peacefully at home on Monday April 1, 2024. She was retired from Jefferson County Clerk's Office, where she was employed for 15 years. Loretta was the last Charter Member of Lyndon Independent Baptist Church, she passed full of faith, hope and joy, to see her Savior. She...
Garry R. Diehl
Apr 1, 2024
Garry R. Diehl, 74, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. Garry loved spending time with his grandchildren, especially attending their events and ball games. He was an avid fan for all UofL sports. He was born on June 18, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Robert Diehl and Mary Cheatham Pennington. Garry is survived by...
Richard Duffy
Mar 31, 2024
Richard Neil Duffy, 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024.He was born on March 22, 1964 in Louisville, Kentucky to William and Dorothy Duffy. He is preceded in death by his Father, William Duffy and Mother, Dorothy Ann Duffy; Sister, Lois Duffy.Richard is survived by his loving daughters, Brittany R. Duffy, Devonna Crocker, Bria A. Ray,...
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