Obituaries
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...
Agnes Edwards
Jan 30, 2023
Agnes "Nana" Edwards, 99, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away January 30, 2023, at home with her family of natural causes. She was born in Estill County, Kentucky, to Joe and Polly (Vaughn) Howell on October 12, 1923. She grew up in Estill with her eight sisters doting on her. She grew up on a farm and walked or rode a...
Eliza Dona Radford
Jan 29, 2023
Eliza Dona Radford, 91, passed away on January 29, 2023. She retired from D & W Sales and Service after 27 years. Eliza enjoyed gardening, listening to gospel music and socializing with her friends at the Neighborhood House. She was an amazing cook and loved cooking for everyone. Her grandchildren meant the world to her and she loved spending time...
Ronald John Rodewig
Jan 29, 2023
Ronald John Rodewig, 65, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was an avid collector of Harley-Davidson memorabilia and liked listening to country music. Ron was a big history buff, enjoyed gardening and also watching sports, especially football and basketball.He was born on May 14, 1957, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Henry and Betty...
Ollie Cornell Hair, Jr.
Jan 29, 2023
Ollie Cornell Hair Jr., 84, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born on February 17, 1938 in Jarrell, Texas to the late Ollie Sr. and Minnie Opal (Brown) Hair. Ollie is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Susan M. Hair, daughter, Trisha Watts, brothers, Billie Hair, Reggie Hair, Tommie Hair, Jimmy Hair,...
Guy W. Pardue
Jan 29, 2023
Guy W. Pardue, age 87 of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Scottsville, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023. He retired from Brown and Williamson Tobbaco Company after 35 years of service. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nelda Joyce Pardue; and his parents, Hugh and Selma Wheat Pardue; and also his siblings, Nancy Pardue, Justin Pardue and...
Robert Alan Weiss
Jan 29, 2023
Robert Alan "Bob" Weiss, 68, passed away on January 29, 2023. A Navy veteran, he led a interesting and varied life. Bob was loved and he will be missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Lillian Weiss and brother, Mark Weiss.Bob is survived by his sister, Leslie (George Raptis) Weiss; nieces, Jessica and Alexandra Raptis; great-niece,...
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