Obituaries
Alma Mae Henderson
Feb 3, 2023
Alma Mae (Barbour) Henderson, 87, was born on December 24, 1935, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Clarence and Lottie (Meyers) Barbour. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Carl Westfall Henderson.Alma attended and graduated from New Albany High School in 1955.She accepted Christ at an early age and was a former member of...
Jeff Wayne Harvey
Feb 3, 2023
Jeff Wayne "Macho Man" Harvey, 51, of Brandenburg, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023. Jeff was an avid Oakland Raiders fan, a wrestling fan, and loved attending concerts; especially rock bands. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Jeff was hard working and had a dark sense of humor. Jeff will be deeply missed by...
Gilbert "Terry" Brawner
Feb 3, 2023
Gilbert "Terry" Brawner, of Louisville, Kentucky peacefully went "home" and into the arms of his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2023, at the age of 80 years old.Terry was a graduate of Trinity High School, Class of 1960, where he was a proud member of the State Championship Golf team. He later served his country in the U.S. Air...
Richard W. James, Jr.
Feb 3, 2023
Richard W. James, Jr., 84, of Louisville passed away on February 3, 2023. Richard was a former member of the American Turners - Louisville, the Windjammers Sailing Club, former member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Frenchtown, Indiana, current member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed bowling, golf, hunting, fishing and camping. He...
Shawn David Denham
Feb 2, 2023
Shawn David "Dinosaur" Denham of Louisville, Ky., passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 2, 2023. He was only 21 years old. The family is both devastated and shocked by his death. Shawn was born June 24th, 2001, in Louisville, Ky. to Michael Denham and Michelle (Denham) Giles. Shawn graduated from Valley High School in 2019 and over the course of his...
Jerry R. Cook
Feb 2, 2023
Jerry R. Cook, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023. He was born on October 3, 1960 in Louisville , Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his father, Raymond Eugene Cook, mother, Mary Jane Melead, step father Joseph Melead, sister, Judy Cook and his nephews, Anthony Bryant and Christopher Simms.Jerry enjoyed watching U of L...
Ruth Naomi Nicholson
Feb 2, 2023
Ruth Naomi Nicholson, 57, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023. Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and loved music and fishing.She was born on July 22, 1965, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late George Stepp and Elizabeth (Parker) Stepp. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Mark Stepp.Ruth is...
David J. Perpich
Feb 1, 2023
David John Perpich, born March 31,1949 in Minot, N.D., passed away peacefully Feb 1, 2023 at 73 years old in Louisville, KY. He graduated from Michigan State University and soon obtained his pilot license and went on to own and manage his travel agency in Okemos, MI. After discovering Northern Michigan, he moved his family to beautiful Harbor Springs where...
Sandra Pearl Woolfolk
Feb 1, 2023
Sandra Pearl Woolfolk, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Sandra was a loving and devoted mother, sister, and Memaw. She accepted Christ at a young age at Green Castle Baptist Church. Sandra loved the Lord and was a member of St. Stephens Baptist Church. She graduated from Western High School in 1978 and received an...
Joseph Alton Burt, Jr.
Feb 1, 2023
Joseph Alton "Joey" Burt, Jr, 68, of Louisville, KY, passed away on February 1, 2023. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and graduated from United Electronic Institute with the highest honors. One of Joey's many hobbies included repair work, which is why he was known as "Mr. Fix-It." He enjoyed painting, puzzles,...
Michael Thomas Sutherland
Feb 1, 2023
Michael Thomas Sutherland, 30, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Michael was very patriotic and loved America. He enjoyed photography and the music of Dolly Parton. He also loved animals and cared deeply for his pugs, Bumper, Peanut, Esteban, and Charlie; and his Akita, Mishu. Michael was a spiritual person who loved Christian music and pondering...
Charletta Alene Leslie
Jan 31, 2023
Charletta Alene Leslie was born April 15, 1953, along with her wombmate Pauletta "Boss'" Leslie. The two were best friends and were inseparable. Charletta, affectionately called 'Ace', was a meek and humble soul with a heart of gold and a desire to serve others. Her sweet and loving spirit was infectious. There wasn't a person who crossed her path that...
Esterlyn Byars
Jan 31, 2023
Esterlyn Byars, the daughter of the late John Shamell and Melinda Forte, was born May 23, 1922 in Allensville, Kentucky. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age at the Allensville Baptist Church.She was united in marriage to John William Byars and, from this union, eleven children were born. She relocated to Louisville, Kentucky, in 1956...
Albert Boykins
Jan 31, 2023
Albert Boykins, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. He was born on September 9, 1949 in Shelby County, Kentucky to the late Julia B. Triplett-Boykins and step-father Henry C. Boykins. He is also preceded in death by grandmother Julia Rose Triplett, aunts and uncles, Virginia Triplett, Joseph Triplett, Mary Singleton, Maude Baynard, Hartzell "Bosie" Triplett,...
Robert Douglas Rudy, Sr.
Jan 31, 2023
Robert Douglas "Bob" Rudy, Sr., 76, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Bob was a bus driver for A Kid's World in New Albany and loved his time with those kids. He also enjoyed going to auctions with his son and taking trips to the casino with his brother.He was born on November 7, 1946,...
Noah Shaffer Iii
Jan 30, 2023
Noah Shaffer III, 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. He was born on May 20, 1971 in Louisville, Kentucky to Noah Shaffer and Carol (Brown) Austin. Along with his father, he is preceded in death by his grandparents, Eula Marie and Archer Brown.Noah was an avid U of L fan, NASCAR fan and enjoyed spending...
Phyllis Ann Mcmahan
Jan 30, 2023
Phyllis Ann McMahan (nee Speer), age 85 of Louisville, passed away Monday, January 30, 2023. She was a volunteer with VA Medical Center, was a member of the Louisville VFW Women's Auxiliary, and spent a lot of time with her husband at the Okolona VFW Post #8639 in the 1970s and 1980s. In the 1990s and 2000s she was an...
Donna Marie Mason
Jan 30, 2023
Donna Marie Mason, 61, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. Donna was a loving and devoted mother and MeMe; her girls and her grandbabies were her pride and joy. She was a very caring and selfless woman and was willing to help anyone in need. Donna will be remembered for her quick wit, sense of humor...
Layne S. Kendrick
Jan 30, 2023
Layne S. Kendrick, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. First and foremost Layne loved himself some Beverly. He had a quiet demeanor, loved photography, fishing, and sports. He loved to put a smile on peoples faces. He liked watching westerns, sci-fi and scary movies. Layne will truly be missed by anyone and everyone who truly...
Terry Wayne Cheek
Jan 30, 2023
Terry Wayne Cheek, 73, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023. Terry enjoyed working on electronics, particularly old televisions, radios, and Edison Victrolas. He also enjoyed astronomy and owned several telescopes with which to view the night skies. Terry also loved to travel. He and Becky made many trips to Kaua'i, Hawaii, over the years. Above...
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