Obituaries
Felton L. Spencer, Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
Our beloved Felton L. Spencer, Jr., 55, of Louisville, Kentucky - University of Louisville basketball legend, retired 12-year NBA veteran, 6th pick in the 1990 NBA draft, and former assistant college coach - passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2023.He was born on January 5, 1968, in Louisville, Kentucky to Felton and Betty (Mills) Spencer. He is preceded in...
Betty Mcrae
Mar 12, 2023
Betty Ellen McRae, 85, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Betty enjoyed her memberships in the Red Hat Society, the American Legion Auxiliary, and Parents Without Partners (PWP).She was born on August 24, 1937, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Benton Beck and Opal Mae (Santee) Beck. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by...
Mary Anna Simpson
Mar 11, 2023
Mary Anna Simpson, 92, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023. She was born on May 25, 1930 in Louisville to the late Lannie, Sr. and Alma Shartzer. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, John William Simpson; brother, Lannie Shartzer, Jr. (June); sister, Dorothy Burkhead (Jessie); and sister-in-law, Carolyn Shartzer. Mary...
Willetta Mae (Richey) Chappell
Mar 11, 2023
Willetta Mae (Richey) Chappell, 74, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023. She was a lifelong member of the Order of the Eastern Star.She was born on November 13, 1948, in New Albany, Indiana, to Robert "John," Sr., and Margie (Jackson) Richey. In addition to her parents, Willetta was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby.Willetta is...
Lynette Cline Madison
Mar 11, 2023
Lynette Cline Madison, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on March 11, 2023 in the comfort of her home. She was born on November 17, 1940 in Sweeden, Kentucky to the late Ballard and Pauline Cline. She is also preceded in death by her husband, James Madison; grandson, Nicholas Risen; and brother, Reuben Cline. Lynette was a successful hairdresser and...
Mack Brown
Mar 10, 2023
Mack Brown, 78, of Salem, Indiana, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. Mack was a devoted father, husband, and employee throughout his life. He was dedicated to his work and was a truck driver and manager for over 40 years. His job allowed him to travel all over the country. He was able to visit all 50 states, which...
Martha Ann Miller
Mar 10, 2023
Martha Ann Miller, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. Martha was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She was born on November 25, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York to John and Martha (King) Mayham. She is preceded in death by her Father, John Mayham,...
Evelyn Louise (Schmidt) Been
Mar 10, 2023
Evelyn Louise (Schmidt) Been, 93, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. She retired from the New Albany-Floyd County School Corporation and was a lifelong member of St. Mary Navilleton Catholic Church. Evelyn enjoyed tending to her flower beds and visiting with family and friends on her back porch. She was a talented cook and loved...
Siegfried Siebert
Mar 10, 2023
Siegfried Siebert, 83, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. He was born on September 13, 1939, in Stettin Stolzenhagen, Germany, to Josef and Hildegard (Goldman) Siebert. In 1952, at the age of 12, Siegfried and his family immigrated to the United States. He proudly served in the Navy and retired after a distinguished career that spanned 29 years. Siegfried...
James Finnell
Mar 10, 2023
James "Jim" Finnell, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on March 10, 2023. He retired from the Ford Kentucky Truck Plant. Jim was a member of the SAE Fraternity at Western Kentucky University. Jim is survived by his wife of 57 years, Cecilia Finnell; son, Brandon Finnell (Dawn); daughter, Whitney Brown (Kurt); and grandchildren, Kyriq, Wyatt, Colyn, Hayley, Belya, and...
Joseph Matthew Morgeson
Mar 9, 2023
Joseph "Matt" Matthew Morgeson, 47, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Matt was the best dad and a better man. He was a loving Papa. He was a constant in his kids lives and would do anything and everything for them. He was an avid UofL fan, fisherman, and grill master. Family time meant the world...
Florence Effie (Martin) Whitson
Mar 9, 2023
Florence Effie (Martin) Whitson, 93, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, Merry Melodies vocal group, and Faithpoint Methodist Church in Floyds Knobs. Florence had been an avid bowler, enjoyed going to Recycled Keenagers Putt Golf, and participating annually in the LifeSpan Resources Senior Games.She was born...
Dick Gardner
Mar 8, 2023
Dick Gardner, 85, of Prospect, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023. He was born on January 7, 1938 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Nellis and Mary (Cody) Gardner. He is also preceded in death by his brother-in-laws, Tony Kiesler and Bob Beach. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Brenda Gardner, children Robert Joseph...
James W. Phillips, Jr.
Mar 7, 2023
James W. Phillips, Jr., 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. James enjoyed drinking Pepsi and eating Nutty Bars, playing BINGO, making jokes, and spending time with friends. James and his dog, Lil Bit, were well known in the "I Am Dixie Highway" Facebook community and were loved by many. He will be deeply missed by...
James N Chooljian, Ii
Mar 7, 2023
James Nishan Chooljian, II, 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. He was born on March 25, 1943 in Houston, Texas to the late James N. and Ida M. (Collins) Chooljian. Jimmy grew up in Groveland, Massachusetts, where he attended Haverhill Trade School and worked for the Town of Groveland Highway Department. He retired from Multi-Metals/Vermont...
Gary Michael Land
Mar 7, 2023
Gary Michael Land, 77, of Middletown, Kentucky passed away on March 7, 2023. Gary was a graduate of Shawnee High School and the University of Louisville. He retired from the Ford Truck Plant in Louisville, and was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Middletown where he was a member of the Choir. Gary is preceded in...
Mary Lou Patrick
Mar 7, 2023
Mary Lou Patrick, 87, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Mary was a hard worker her entire life. She enjoyed watching hummingbirds but her greatest love of all was her children and spending time with her family.She was born on February 8, 1936, in Leavenworth, Indiana, to the late Roscoe and Mamie (Bye) Saltsgaver. Along...
Judith Ann Deines
Mar 7, 2023
Judith Deines, 78, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away March 7, 2023. She was born on February 28, 1945, two minutes before her brother Jim, to the late Elmer Russell Harris and Hulda G. Harris. Judith was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. Judith is preceded in death by her parents; her niece, Tracey Leigh Stewart; and great...
Mary Ann Hoskins
Mar 7, 2023
Mary Ann Hoskins, age 88 of Prospect, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Mary was born on September 7, 1934. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. Mary was a loving homemaker and the bookkeeper for her family business in her younger years. She was an avid sports fan; she loved to cook for her family....
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