Obituaries
Mary Jane Atkins
Jan 8, 2023
Mary Jane (Wiseman) Atkins, 86, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023.She was born on October 25, 1936 in New Albany, Indiana to the late James Wiseman and Mary Stewart Wiseman. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Sandy Harshfield; siblings, James Wiseman, Patricia LaDuke and Donnie Wiseman.Mary is survived by her...
Charles Leonard "Sonny" Sampson
Jan 8, 2023
Charles Leonard "Sonny" Sampson, 80, of Elizabeth, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at his home. He was a member of Emmaus Road Church and had been involved with Freed From Within, having served as an original board member. Sonny loved being involved in REC Ministries and had also served as a lay leader for the United...
Robert Earl Gripp
Jan 6, 2023
Robert Earl Gripp, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. Robert was a loving and devoted husband, father, and Pa. He was the love of Donna's life and her best friend. Robert had a strong work ethic and took pride in raising his family. He was a loving brother and loved being an uncle. Robert will...
Doris M. Hickerson
Jan 6, 2023
Doris M. (Shelton) Hickerson, 87, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for several years and was an avid Bingo player. Most importantly, she was a dedicated mother.She was born on April 19, 1935, in Hart County, Kentucky, to the late James Shelton and Beulah Druen...
Billy Joe Petty
Jan 5, 2023
Billy Joe Petty, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023. He was born on March 17, 1960 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Baz Petty and Caroline (Davis) Jones. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, David Petty and Nolan Petty.Billy Joe was a hard working family man; you never saw...
Gerald Don Pruitt
Jan 5, 2023
Gerald Don Pruitt, 81, of Louisville, KY gained his wings and began his new life in the promised land on Thursday, January 5, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1941 to the late Curtis & Helen Pruitt. He was a carpenter by trade and loved to build any and everything. He was a member of Lyndon Independent Baptist Church....
Kathleen Martin Hodge
Jan 4, 2023
Kathleen Martin Hodge, 97, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She was born on November 6, 1925 in Bullitt County, Kentucky to the late Elam and Rose (Horshfield) Martin. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Hodge, sons, Jr. Smith, Kenny Smith and Charles Hodge, grandchildren, Derrick Sego, Ricky Johnson...
Sherry Lynn Perdue
Jan 4, 2023
Sherry Lynn Perdue, 60, of Louisville, KY, passed away on January 4, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was an employee of Tech Styles Fashion Group where she loved working very much and made many life-long friends. Sherry was an avid reader; who could easily find herself lost in a book. She enjoyed watching documentaries, binge worthy TV series...
Sylvia Giovanna Valkovich Shauck
Jan 3, 2023
On January 3, 2023, we lost a most unique and beautiful soul. Sylvia Giovanna Valkovich Shauck passed away in Durham, NC, following a stroke she suffered while on a holiday trip. After fleeing her native, war-torn Europe at age 24 to make a new life in the US, Sylvia married and had 2 daughters. She eventually relocated to the Washington,...
Timothy Jason Blake
Jan 3, 2023
Timothy Jason "TJ" Blake, 49, passed away on January 3, 2023. He was a hard worker, had an artistic eye, a talent for making things and loved music. TJ had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need and he would literally give the shirt off his back. He loved and cherished his family deeply. TJ will be...
Christine Hatfield Busroe
Jan 3, 2023
Christine Hatfield was born in Grayson County Kentucky to Tilman and Carrie Hornback Hatfield. Like all her brothers and sisters she was born at home.Her early schooling was in a one room school house. In 1948 she graduated from Clarkson high school. She enjoyed attending her annual high school reunions. In April 2022 she attended as the oldest graduate present....
Earl Timothy Watson
Jan 3, 2023
Earl Timothy Watson, 76, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Earl was very faithful in his spiritual beliefs. He was a "people person," who loved Elvis Presley and his dog, Meiko. He enjoyed dancing with his wife at the VFW and American Legion. Earl's favorite songs to dance to were "Mustang Sally" and "Wonderful Tonight." He...
Theresa Antionette (Hardy) Ketterer
Jan 3, 2023
Theresa Antoinette (Hardy) Ketterer, 94, loving mother and grandmother, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. She was a former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Butchertown. Theresa enjoyed cooking and playing bingo on Fridays. A wise and intelligent woman in so many ways, she will be dearly missed by her family.She was born on April...
Linda Louise Simpson
Jan 2, 2023
Linda Simpson, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Linda was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an animal lover and an avid UK fan. Linda was a great friend to all and will be remembered for her generous personality. She was a Christian by faith and had been saved. Linda will...
Dorion Cordell Tisby
Jan 2, 2023
Dorion Cordell Tisby, 23, was born in Louisville, Kentucky October 29, 1999, and departed this life on January 1, 2023. He graduated from Ballard High School and was pursuing a career in the music industry.Dorion was the breath of fresh air that commanded attention when he entered a room. He had a smooth demeanor with the way he spoke and...
John W. Mills
Jan 2, 2023
John William Mills was born September 30, 1943 to Abram and Emma Mills. He was the second child of 14 children.John was a Vietnam Veteran that served his country proudly. He received the Vietnam Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.John had a very loving heart. Yes, he was opinionated and blunt, but he just...
Lewis Edward Tucker
Jan 2, 2023
Lewis Edward Tucker, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023. Lewis was a loving and devoted husband, father, and papaw. His passion in life was working on cars, so much so that he built a career as a skilled auto body frame tech. Lewis will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing...
Juanita Marie Miller
Jan 2, 2023
Juanita Marie Miller, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023. Juanita was a loving and devoted wife and mother. She loved being a Nana and Nona to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Juanita worked at Hadorn's Bakery and Haywood Ice Cream for several years. Juanita will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing...
Benny Wayne Ford
Jan 2, 2023
Benny Wayne "Ben" Ford, 86, passed away on January 2, 2023. He was a builder and real estate broker for many years. Ben loved listening and playing music with his guitar and harmonica. He had a big heart and was always helping others when he was able to. His motto was "Let the good times roll". He was preceded in...
Marie Ardell Redd
Jan 1, 2023
Marie Ardell Redd, 91, was born September 1, 1931, to the union of Edward Ulysses Stubbs and Marie Eckols Stubbs in Louisville, Kentucky. She was called home to be with Almighty God and the ancestors on January 1, 2023.Marie was the third of four children, two brothers, John Robert Stubbs and Simon Nathaniel Stubbs, and one sister, Mary Frances Stubbs,...
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