Obituaries
John Michael Bostock
Feb 6, 2024
John Michael Bostock, 42, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at home after an 8.5 year courageous battle with glioblastoma. John was born on March 31, 1981 to his parents Mary Lou Bostock Hurd (Doug) and Kent Bostock (Beth) in Terra Haute, IN.John is survived by his wife, Jessica; and his 10 year old daughter, Olive; along with siblings,...
Anthony Zachary Avery
Feb 5, 2024
Anthony "Tony" Zachary Avery, 40, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024. Tony was so kind hearted, hard working, and was a lost soul looking for his place in life. He always loved baseball and even wanted to go pro. He would give anyone the shirt off his back and will truly be missed by all who...
Rick Dale Miller
Feb 5, 2024
Rick Dale Miller, 76, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024. He graduated from Georgetown High School in 1965 and went on to attend Indiana State University, where he earned his undergraduate and master's degrees. Rick continued his professional education at Indiana University Southeast.He taught Radio and Television at Floyd Central High School for 33 years,...
James C. Decker
Feb 5, 2024
James C. Decker of Corydon Indiana passed away peacefully on Monday surrounded by family and friends.Jim was preceded in death by his father James Ogilvy Decker, mother Bernice Daniel Decker Morgan, stepfather Bob Morgan, and niece Kim Provost.Jim is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Kay. Kay and Jim were a couple made for each other from the...
Michael Duwain Brazley
Feb 5, 2024
Michael Duwain Brazley, age 72 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Monday, February 5, 2024. Michael Duwain Brazley's journey began on April 6, 1951, in Louisville, Ky. He was lovingly welcomed into the world by his parents, William and Gwendolyn Brazley. He was a doting father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. He was raised in a Christian home and professed his...
Ernest Lawrence Lacroix
Feb 5, 2024
Ernest Lawrence "Larry" LaCroix, 76, passed away on February 5, 2024.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernie and Nellie LaCroix.Larry is survived by his brother, Bill (Debbie) LaCroix and nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday, February 11, 2024, from 11am-12pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY.To leave a special...
Alfred Robert Cuerdon
Feb 5, 2024
Alfred R. Cuerdon, 97, of New Albany, IN, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Harrison Springs Health Campus in Corydon where he was receiving skilled nursing care and hospice services provided by Southern Care. Al was born on November 30, 1926, in Troy, NY, the youngest child of T. Joseph and Mary L. (née Riley) Cuerdon. In 1944,...
Glenn Combs
Feb 4, 2024
Glenn Stratton Combs, 88, was born at home in Walkertown, Kentucky to Dora and James Combs on May 24, 1935. After a long battle with congestive heart failure, he passed away on February 4, 2024.Glenn is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Patricia Stephens Combs, his daughter Lorie Combs Dressman, and son-in-law Douglas Dressman, who became his caretaker...
Frances M Nelson
Feb 4, 2024
Frances Marie Nelson, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024.She was born on April 30, 1936 in Springfield, Tennessee to Standford and Luvenia (Woodard) Patterson. She is preceded in death by her Father, Standford Patterson, Mother, Luvenia Johnson, Husband, William Starling Nelson, Jr., Grandchildren, Tamika Dillon and Starling Euegene "Junie" Thomas, Jr., Brothers, Joe Patterson and...
Robert Bruce Borders
Feb 4, 2024
We regret to announce the passing of Robert Bruce Borders, 85, of Pewee Valley, Kentucky, on Sunday, February 4, 2024. He was born on April 28, 1938 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Borders) Kohler. He graduated with honors from the University of Michigan. He was a Veteran of both the US Air Force and the Army...
Kathy Hentchey
Feb 4, 2024
Kathy Hentchey, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Kathy was a loving and devoted, wife, mother, and Nana. She was gentle, kind hearted, well loved, and never met a stranger; her home was open to everyone. Kathy enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching Western movies, and giving gifts; she never missed a holiday or birthday. She...
Arlene Francis Lindig
Feb 4, 2024
Arlene Francis (Markland) Lindig, 78, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024.She was born on December 2, 1945 to the late Thomas Markland and Ruby Simpson Markland. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Donald L. Lindig; and brother, Roy Lee Markland.Arlene is survived by her children, Laura Pardon (Mark), Kevin Lindig...
Chris Combs
Feb 4, 2024
Billie "Chris"Combs, 73, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Chris was a proud member of VFW Post 3281 Auxiliary and 40 & 8 with the American Legion. She enjoyed hiking, dancing, going to the beach, her cats, IU Basketball, traveling and most importantly spending time with family and friends. Chris's boys and grandchildren were the light...
Robert Skinner
Feb 3, 2024
Robert Skinner, 57, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, after suffering an unexpected injury at his home.Robert is preceded in death by his mother, Beverly Green Skinner; and father, James A. Skinner Jr. Robert is survived by his devoted wife, Rebecca Rhodes Skinner; his daughter, Erica (Shawn) Skinner Wiseman; son, Robert (Andrea) Pierce Skinner; stepson, Ryan...
James Harold Mcgruder
Feb 3, 2024
James Harold McGruder, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. He was born on October 27, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Mabel (Pryce) McGruder. He is preceded in death by his Father, James McGruder, Mother, Mabel McGruder, Wife, Carolyn McGruder.James is survived by his loving family, Children, Sean McGruder, Stacy (Kevin) Hayes, and Chris...
Karin G. Fisher
Feb 3, 2024
Karin G. Fisher, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. She was born on April 22, 1941 in Kaiserslautern, Germany to the late Friedrich and Erna (Huttenberger) GeiB. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Edward Fisher. Karin is survived by her loving family, daughter, Sandra Watts, granddaughter, Nikcole Fisher...
Michael Sprowles
Feb 3, 2024
Michael Sprowles, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. Michael will be missed dearly by those who loved him.He was born on June 20, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jewell and Mary (Thompson) Sprowles. He is preceded in death by his father, Jewell Sprowles; and his sister, Deborah Petty.Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Sprowles;...
Augustus E. Harrison
Feb 3, 2024
Augustus "Gus" Emanuel Harrison, age 91 of Louisville, Kentucky returned to his Heavenly Father on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Valhalla Post Acute Care Center. Gus was born May 21, 1932 in Olar, South Carolina to the late Lonnie Holmes Harrison and Estelle Ella (Still) Harrison. Gus graduated from Olar High School in Olar, South Carolina. He studied Art and...
Bridgette Overby
Feb 2, 2024
Bridgette Overby, 37, of Taylorsville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024. Bridgette was a loving mom, grandma and wife. She always loved spending time with her family. She was an avid animal lover and loved learning about cars. Her willingness to help others goes unmatched. She had a beautiful voice, loved to sing, crafting, and her all time...
John Charles Kahl
Feb 2, 2024
John Charles Kahl, 74, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Friday, February 2, 2024. John was a career mechanic and had been retired from Byrnes Garage where he had been employed for 38 years. John enjoyed the 32 years that he spent as USSSA umpire and over 50 years he spent bowling. John was a...
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