Obituaries
Curtis Alan Harmon
Feb 16, 2024
Curtis Alan Harmon, 81, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024. Curtis enjoyed IU Basketball, wood working, tinkering, and most importantly spending time with his grandchildren. He was born on June 23, 1942 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Curtis Russell and Helen (Wening) Harmon. Curtis worked for 38 years for United States Army Corps of...
Tom Robards
Feb 16, 2024
Tom Robards, 58, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024. He was born on December 8, 1965 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Larry and Frances (Sanders) Robards. He is also preceded in death by his grandpa, Thomas Jefferson Robards, grandma, Marjorie Robards, aunts, Peggy Riggins and Joyce Theiler. Tom is survived by his loving wife of...
Shirley Ann Decker
Feb 15, 2024
Shirley Ann Decker, 75, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024. Shirley was an avid horror movie fan, enjoyed Rock N Roll music, and loved the 50's. She wasn't one to hold back her tongue and spoke her mind. Wildlife was a passion of hers and she would always feed squirrels and hummingbirds. She had a fascination...
Tonya Marie Bishop
Feb 15, 2024
Tonya Marie Bishop, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024.She was born on February 25, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to Theodore and Helen (Marshall) Bishop. She is preceded in death by her Father, Theodore Bishop, Sr., Mother, Helen (Herman) DeMines, Theodore "Teddy" Bishop, Jr., Donna Bishop, Gerald Bishop, Victor Bishop, and Brenda Cherry.Tonya is survived by...
Matthew Michael Harakal Iii
Feb 15, 2024
Matthew Harakal, 53, of Paoli, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024. He graduated culinary school from Johnson and Wales in 1991. Matthew was the former owner/executive chef of 21 North Cellar and Eatery. He loved and excelled at cooking, food, music, spending time with family, and his fur babies.He was born on June 16, 1970 in Warren, Ohio...
Terry P. Rowe
Feb 14, 2024
Terry P. Rowe, 81, of Charlestown, Indiana, and formerly of East Texas, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Terry was a graduate of John Tyler High School and went on to graduate from Steven F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas and also the Southern Baptist Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. She furthered her education by attending classes at the University...
Gail Frances Hermes
Feb 14, 2024
Gail F. Hermes, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.She was born on March 27, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to Fred Blunt and Jewel DeRuelle. She is preceded in death by her Father, Fred Blunt; Mother, Jewel Blunt Kiesel; husband of 58 years, John Hermes Sr.; and Daughter, Shannon G. Hermes.She is survived by her loving...
Robert Marlin Poole
Feb 14, 2024
Robert "Pod" Marlin Poole of Falls of Rough Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at the age of 94.Pod is predeceased by Rita Jean Poole, his wife of 69 years; his parents, Robert Lee, and Ida Ree Poole; his siblings William Don Poole (Ethyl) and Hugh Edward Poole (Delores); his children Russell Howard Poole and Rex Marlin Poole...
Joyce Carol Ford
Feb 14, 2024
Joyce Carol "Sugar" Ford, 67, of Louisville, KY, passed away on February 14, 2024.She was deep in faith and had a strong relationship with Our Lord and gave her life to God at an early age and was baptized at West Adams Four Square Church in Los Angeles.She graduated from Kalani High School in Honolulu, Hawaii and went to Honolulu...
Sandra L. Allen
Feb 14, 2024
Sandra L. Allen, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. She was born on April 9, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late William and Lydia (Weller) Wells . Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Allen, and siblings, William Wells, Betty Bovinet and Ruth Lyons. Sandra is survived by...
Diane Lynn Verbeke
Feb 14, 2024
Diane Lynn Verbeke, age 67 of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024.A Gathering to Celebrate Diane's Life will be from 4pm to 7pm on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, East Louisville Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, Kentucky 40243. To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" button and/or...
Tyrone Charles Wilson
Feb 14, 2024
Tyrone C. Wilson, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. He was an avid UofL fan and loved playing computer games, especially Star Trek. He was preceded in death by his parents, Will C. and Artensie "Boonie" Wilson.He is survived by his significant other, Yvette McFarland; children, Damon (Angie) Wilson and Kimbry Sinks by LaVerne Wilson,...
Linda Marie Bonamico Hill
Feb 13, 2024
Linda Marie Bonamico Hill passed gracefully from this life on February 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Born on May 21, 1950 in Dennison, Ohio, Linda graduated from Notre Dame high school in Clarksburg, West Virginia. She raised her children and established herself professionally in northern Virginia. Linda moved to Louisville in 1990 where she has been an active member...
Lois R. Davis
Feb 13, 2024
Lois R. Davis, 90, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was born on January 14, 1934 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Daisy (Snelling) Carman. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph D. Davis , Jr., and her sister Jean Movious. Lois is survived by her loving family, sons,...
Ann Denise Crawford
Feb 13, 2024
Ann Denise Crawford 67, of Louisville, KY, passed away on February 13, 2024. Her family was the most important part of her life. Denise was a kind and patient woman who always put her family first. Denise would be the first to brag on any of her children, no matter the accomplishment. Denise was a gentle soul who would always...
Phyllis Joan Tompkins
Feb 13, 2024
"In Loving Memory of Phyllis Joan Tompkins"Phyllis Joan Tompkins, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, February 13th, 2024. She was a gentle soul, known for her quiet demeanor. A skilled seamstress and a gifted artist, Phyllis's creativity lives on in her many watercolor paintings.Phyllis is now reunited with her late husband of 54 years, Michael L. Tompkins, and her beloved...
Donald Patrick Hill
Feb 13, 2024
Donald Patrick Hill, 63, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. He was born on August 22, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio. Shortly after the family moved to Columbus, IN where he attended St. Columba School. After ten years the family was transferred to Madison, IN. There Don attended Pope John Elementary School...
Dianne Schladand
Feb 13, 2024
Dianne Fay Elizabeth Schladand, 77, passed away on February 13, 2024. She was born on November 12, 1946 in New Albany, Indiana to James M. Young from Chicago, Illinois, and Sylvia G. Duffy from New Albany, Indiana who both preceded her in death. Dianne is survived by her daughters, Leilani Meek (Joseph) and Desiree Payton (Dean); 6 grandchildren, Amy Elliott...
Patricia A. Mousty
Feb 13, 2024
Patricia "Patty" A. Mousty, 71, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Patty enjoyed her pet chickens, turtles, animals, and most importantly spending time with family and great grandchildren. She was born on March 17, 1952 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to the late Howard and Edna (Gresham) Goldman. In addition to her parents she is preceded in...
Jean Winders
Feb 13, 2024
Norma Jean Winders, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was born on April 9, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Calvin and Pauline (Gentry) Ray. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Wayne Ray. Jean was a dedicated Clerk and Treasurer for the city of Goose Creek for many years and...
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