Obituaries
Barbara Merket
Aug 15, 2025
Barbara “Bobbi” Lee Merket, age 79 of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Port Austin, Michigan, and Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 15, 2025, following a series of illnesses.
Barbara was born in Chicago, Illinois, but calling several states home throughout her life before landing in Kentucky. Bobbi was a dedicated and devoted friend who loved cooking, crafts, making people smile, and...
Anna "Becky" Semones
Aug 15, 2025
Anna “Becky” Elizabeth Westenhofer Semones, 77, passed away on August 15, 2025, in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. She was a graduate of Ahren’s Vocational High School, Class of 1967. She enriched the lives of many during her tenure as a teaching assistant at Blue Lick Elementary.
In addition to her parents, Richard Joseph and Juanita Westenhofer, she is preceded in...
Phyllis Lean (Sailings) Wright
Aug 15, 2025
Phyllis Lean (Sailings) Wright, 78, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. A proud survivor of colon cancer, Phyllis faced life's challenges with resilience and grace.
Born on July 26, 1947, in Emerson, Kentucky, Phyllis was the daughter of Clyde and Marie (Durbin) Sailings. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished every moment spent with...
Lisa Michele Hassett
Aug 15, 2025
Lisa Michele Hassett, 67, of Southern Indiana, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 15, 2025. She was born on April 10, 1958, in Fresno, California, to Patricia Kor and Buddy Trenier.
Lisa was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Michael Hassett, whom she married on May 16, 1982. Together...
Harry Lee Roberts
Aug 15, 2025
Harry Lee Roberts, age 101 of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2025.
Born in Lockport, Kentucky, to Nettie Floyd and Jessie Roberts, Harry grew up on a small tobacco farm in Gratz. He attended high school in Pleasureville before enlisting in the Army Air Corps, where he proudly served from 1944 to 1947. During his service,...
Barbara "BeeBee" Russell
Aug 14, 2025
Barbara “Beebee” Russell, age 80, of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2025, at 3:05 p.m., surrounded by her loving family.
Beebee lived a life filled with adventure and compassion. She traveled throughout Europe, explored the United States, and even spent time living on a sailboat in the Virgin Islands. Wherever she went, she carried a spirit...
George Edward Webb, Jr.
Aug 14, 2025
On Thursday, August 14, our Dad, George Edward Webb, Junior, left us to rejoin our Mom.
Father was born on July 31, 1937, to George Edward Webb and Dorothy (Barr) Webb in Freeport, IL. He graduated medical school with honors from the University of Illinois Professional Colleges, Chicago, IL in 1962. He served in the Air Force from 1963 to 1965...
Susan Haley
Aug 14, 2025
Susan Haley, born on July 6, 1964, in Louisville, Kentucky, was a vibrant spirit whose life was an inspiring testament to love, laughter, and family. She departed this world on August 14, 2025, in her cherished hometown, leaving behind a tapestry of memories anchored by the bonds she meticulously crafted with family and friends.
From her early days attending Durrett High...
Michael Todd Evans
Aug 14, 2025
Michael Todd Evans, born on June 23, 1964, in Louisville, Kentucky, departed this earth surrounded by his loving family and friends on August 14, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of joy, laughter, and a profound devotion to those he loved.
Mike was a graduate of Iroquois High School. He worked as a Courier for Zip Express.
Mike was easy-going and had...
Gaetano "Guy" John Profumo
Aug 14, 2025
Gaetano "Guy" John Profumo, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and worked at Seagram's Distillery and CoHart. He also owned a fruit stand when his kids were younger. He devoted his life to his "Sweetie" wife, kids, and grandkids. He loved being a Papaw...
Gordon "Bucky" Carroll
Aug 14, 2025
Gordon "Bucky" Carroll Jr., 87, of Shelbyville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
He was born on June 2, 1938 in Louisville, Kentucky to late Gordon and Kathleen (Gabehart) Carroll. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Doris Carroll; sisters, Doris Adkins Rowe, Brenda Carroll Riley and Wanda Lou Rowe and great-niece, Lacy K....
Christopher "Chris" Brockman
Aug 14, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Christopher "Chris" Brockman, aged 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, who departed from this world on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
Chris was a pillar of love and devotion within his family. He embraced the roles of husband, father, pawpaw, brother, uncle, and friend with great passion and dedication. His leisure hours...
Linda Burt Green
Aug 14, 2025
Linda Burt Green born on April 4, 1951, in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, in her beloved city of Louisville. She was a cherished member of her community and left an indelible mark during her impressive career spanning 34 years with the Revenue Commission for the City of Louisville and Louisville Metro.
A proud graduate of Durrett...
David Paul Schmelz
Aug 14, 2025
David Paul Schmelz, a dedicated veteran and beloved family man, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the age of 61. He was born on May 26, 1964, in New Albany, Indiana. David served his country faithfully in the United States Air Force, a commitment that he held with immense pride throughout his life. After 21 years of dedicated service,...
Eric Leroy Trump
Aug 13, 2025
Eric Leroy Trump, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Born on September 9, 1962, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Eric was the son of Thomas and Dorothy "Virginia" (Henderson) Trump.
Eric proudly served in the United States Army, demonstrating a commitment to his country. He was known as a people person; he never met a stranger and was...
Tina Ann Churn Jones
Aug 13, 2025
Tina Ann Churn-Jones was born August 30, 1962 to Roberta McCracken and Winthrop Taylor. She was the second oldest of seven children. Tina was a member of sweetleaf UP Baptist Church.
Tina grew up in Louisville Kentucky and attended Iroquois high school where She was very athletic and played basketball that’s where she grew her love for Louisville Cardinals basketball team...
Esther Shultz
Aug 13, 2025
Esther Francis May Shultz went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, August 13, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. She was born on June 21, 1940 in Carrollton, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of almost 64 years, William (Bill Shultz), her father and mother, Jesse James May and Nellie McDowell May, four brothers, LG, Otis, JW...
Mildred Wheeler Mauney
Aug 13, 2025
Mildred Wheeler Mauney, 87, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Nell Wheeler and LeRoy Wheeler and brother Martin Wheeler (Patsy Chinn).
Mildred is survived by daughter, Jamie Gribbins (Mike) of Louisville, KY, grandson, Jared Bryant, also of Louisville, KY, a granddaughter, Alyssa Gribbins of Santa Rosa, CA,...
Ricky De-Loss Cecil, Sr.
Aug 13, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ricky De-Loss Cecil, Sr, who departed this life on August 13, 2025, at the age of 51. Born on November 15, 1973, Ricky led a life marked by dedication, passion, and a remarkable sense of humor that endeared him to many.
Ricky was a man committed to his career, taking...
Michael William Mazeika
Aug 13, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Michael "Mike" William Mazeika "Zeik"**
Michael "Mike" William Mazeika, affectionately known as "Zeik," left this world peacefully on August 13, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on November 16, 1961, in Rockford, Illinois, Mike touched many lives with his vibrant spirit and genuine nature.
A proud graduate of The University of Tennessee, Mike earned his Bachelor of...
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