Obituaries
Sarah Jean Shell
Sep 20, 2025
Sarah Jean Shell, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Mama, what a joy. Fashionable, funny, loving. Helpful, uplifting, beautiful. Strong, capable, and caring. A courageous fighter. So many words to describe such a beautiful person. She worked in the Hartford Board of Education for nearly 20 years before she retired. She loved to look and...
Bobbie Jean Deaton
Sep 20, 2025
Bobbie Jean Deaton, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Bobbie was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother, lovingly known as Grandma Bobbie to her precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She had a superior work ethic that allowed her to provide for her family and had a wicked sense of humor. An equestrian and lover of...
Sheree "Ree Ree" Williams
Sep 20, 2025
Sheree Lynn Williams was called home on September 20, 2025, surrounded by love and peace. She was born on November 4,1958 to Doris Anita Smith and James Smith in Louisville, KY . She moved to Los Angeles in 1970 where she graduated from Ramona high school. Sheree lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to family.
A devoted...
Ronald Wayne Carter Jr.
Sep 20, 2025
Ronald Wayne Carter Jr. was born on October 2, 1970, in Louisville, KY, and passed away unexpectedly on September 20, 2025, in Clarksville, IN, with his beloved brother by his side. He was a man of many talents and passions, best known for his work as an auto mechanic and as the proud owner of his own fencing business, which...
Reverend Dorsel William "Bill" Reese
Sep 20, 2025
Reverend Dorsel William “Bill” Reese went home to Jesus, his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 20, 2025. He is reunited with his father, James Reese and mother, Sarah Jane Reese, who preceded him to heaven.
His dedication to serving others for more than 50 years, was done with great love as a minister of the gospel. He served faithfully in...
Mary Katherine McKinley
Sep 20, 2025
Mary Katherine (Smith) McKinley, 73, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. She was born in Jeffersonville, Indiana, on January 22, 1952. Mary attended and went on to graduate from New Albany High School in 1972.
In 1975 she married Michael McKinley, and together they were blessed with two beautiful children, Melissa and Bryan. Mary was a lifelong...
Barbara Jean (McGuire) Warf
Sep 20, 2025
Barbara Jean (McGuire) Warf, 97, of New Albany, Indiana, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Barbara was a dedicated educator, having spent 30 years as a teacher for the New Albany - Floyd County School Corporation, primarily at Silver Street Elementary. Outside of the classroom, Barbara was a long-time member of Central Christian Church in New Albany, as...
Camden Cain Reed
Sep 20, 2025
Camden Cain Reed, 30, of Crestwood KY passed away far too soon on September 20, 2025.
Born on September 5, 1995 in Louisville KY to Rebecca Cain and Louis Reed.
After moving to Florida, Camden graduated with honors from Robinson High School and received his Associate Degree in electrical engineering from Hillsborough College in Tampa, Florida.
While he took pride in his accomplishments,...
Billy Larue Sneed
Sep 20, 2025
Billy Larue Sneed, 77, of La Grange, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
He was born on December 14, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his father, LaRue Sneed and daughter, Bobbie Jo Sneed.
Billy was raised by his single father, Larue, with the help of his Aunt Lanie. Billy grew up with cousins who were...
Jeffrey Scott Richardson
Sep 20, 2025
Jeffrey Scott Richardson, 53, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away at home surrounded by his wife and family on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
He was born on October 9, 1971 in Louisville, Kentucky to Roger and Regina (Neff) Richardson. He is preceded in death by his Mother, Regina K. Richardson.
Jeffrey is survived by his Father, Roger Lee Richardson, loving Wife of 17...
Carcyl "Lasscelles" "Chester" Rochester
Sep 19, 2025
Carcyl Clayton McDonald Rochester, affectionately known to many as “Lasscelles” or “Chester”, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Carcyl was born on June 21, 1947, in Basseterre, St. Kitts to parents Pearl Pickard (née Rochester) and Carlton Nisbett. His formative years were spent in Basseterre, where he was lovingly raised by his great-grandmother, Amelia Jeffers. She...
Kathy Elaine Bolin
Sep 19, 2025
Kathy Elaine Bolin, born August 18, 1961, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She was a retired PEO at City of Louisville, Kentucky. Kathy loved her job and went far and beyond her duties. Kathy loved her children and grandchildren with everything in her. Kathy was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky. She was...
Kristi Marie Rose
Sep 19, 2025
Kristi Marie Rose, aged 53, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025. Born on August 12, 1972, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Kristi was the cherished daughter of John Rose and Karen Ruckriegel. She is remembered for her immense love for animals, evidenced by her numerous cats and dogs.
A devoted professional, Kristi worked as an investment broker with...
Thomas Dale Lock
Sep 19, 2025
Thomas Dale Lock, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, embodying the spirit of dedication and honor.
Born on April 29, 1944, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was the son of Thomas and Inez (Curtiss) Lock. Throughout his life, Tom was known for...
Derek Pittman
Sep 18, 2025
Derek Pittman, 58, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
He was born on July 16, 1967 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Clyde and Margaret (Miller) Pittman.
Derek is survived by his loving children, Brandi S. Daniel (Ricardo), Brandon Pittman, Orlando Walker-Pittman, grandchildren, Remington, Rylei and Roman. He is also survived by his siblings Keith Pittman and Tracy...
Ronald C. Wyant
Sep 17, 2025
Ronald C. Wyant, passed away at home in Louisville KY, Wednesday September 17th.
He is survived by his life partner, Pam Bell Blakemore, son Pete Wyant of Hornell,NY. daughter, Laura Wyant Neumann (Bill) of Boulder, CO, grandchildren, William and Abigail Neumann of Boulder, CO. sisters, Mitzie Learn (Bob) of Hornell, NY, Vickie DeLorne of Panacea, FL, brother Jeff Wyant of Grass...
Freddie Mae Horton
Sep 17, 2025
Freddie Mae Horton, 96, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Visitation will be from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Friday, October 3, 2025 at Shiloh Baptist Church, (1349 Catalpa Street, Louisville, KY), with her funeral service to follow at 11:00 am.
Grace Biggers
Sep 17, 2025
Grace Biggers, 92, of Lewisburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025. Born to Ezekiel Campbell and Mattie Mai Campbell, Grace lived a full life marked by determination, kindness, and service to others.
Grace dedicated her career as a Licensed Practical Nurse, a profession in which she was deeply respected. Known throughout her community as impeccable, compassionate, and steadfast, she...
Constance (Connie) Page
Sep 17, 2025
Constance (Connie) Page, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky.
Returned to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Connie was born in Paron, Arkansas March 10th, 1938 to Carroll and Nina Carlisle.
Connie was a graduate of Paron High School in 1956 as class valedictorian.
Connie retired after a long history of work with Porter Paints and Norwall Inc.
Connie dedicated her life...
Carol Joyce (Bridgewater) Allen
Sep 17, 2025
Carol Joyce (Bridgewater) Allen, 87, of Henryville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Born on April 26, 1938, in Scott County, Indiana, Carol was the daughter of Fred and Earlene (Crum) Bridgewater.
Throughout her life, Carol was involved in various organizations that enriched her community and allowed her to make lasting friendships. She was a member of the Scottsburg...
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