Obituaries
Joan Miller Jessie
Dec 7, 2025
Joan Miller Jessie, 77, of Shelbyville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Joan was an amazing piano player and loved music. She played piano in the church when she was younger and later volunteered at Norton to play during the holidays. She was a dedicated nurse at Baptist East and United Health Care. After retirement she would volunteer...
Jeannette Dyche
Dec 7, 2025
Jeannette Dyche, 97, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Jeannette was a loving and devoted mother and Granny to her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed dancing and was a skilled seamstress. Jeannette had a strong faith in the Lord and considered it to be the cornerstone of her life. Most importantly, Jeanette cherished her family...
Henry Thomas "Pappy" Rowland, Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
Henry Thomas Rowland, Jr age 95 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday December 7, 2025.
Like many young men growing up in the World War II era, Henry was eager to get off the family farm and help the country, while getting a chance to expand his horizons. He enlisted in the Navy as soon as...
Ann Elizabeth (Richardson) Paine
Dec 7, 2025
Ann Elizabeth (Richardson) Paine, born on August 30, 1965, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. A beloved educator and cherished member of her community, Ann dedicated her life to teaching music at Lanesville and Floyd Central Junior High School, where she inspired countless students with her passion for music.
Ann's educational journey began as...
Marie Olson Spencer
Dec 7, 2025
Marie Olson Spencer, born on February 14, 1948, in Bismarck, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, after a courageous battle with multiple health conditions. She was surrounded by love, with her daughter Paula "Mickey" Spencer and sister Dorothy Thompson by her side during her final moments.
A dedicated professional, Marie retired from her esteemed role...
Sharon Elizabeth Pearman
Dec 7, 2025
Sharon Elizabeth Pearman, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on January 5, 1945, in Springfield, Missouri, she was a vibrant individual whose warmth and life’s passions touched the hearts of many.
Sharon's educational journey began at Highland Academy, where she graduated in the class of 1964. She further...
Robert Barlow
Dec 6, 2025
Robert “Bobby” Barlow was born in Hart County, Kentucky, to the late Clearance and Ola-Kate Barlow. He was a member of a large and loving family, growing up alongside his 11 siblings: Eugene, Helen, Charles, Jerry, Charlene, Shirley, and the late Willie, Rachel, J.P., R.P., and G.P.
Bobby was the father of two children, Stacey Wilson and Cynthia Davidson (deceased). He...
Sherrel Lynn Fulton
Dec 6, 2025
Sherrel Lynn Fulton of Louisville, KY passed away on December 6, 2025, after a short hospital stay. Sherrel was born May 28, 1955, in San Diego, California to parents Daniel L. Lopez and Sandrea L. Rogness. Raised by her mother and stepfather, Robert J. France, Sherrel lived in southern California her whole life until moving to Kentucky in 2020.
Always an...
Karen Lee Mullins
Dec 6, 2025
Karen Lee Mullins, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on December 6, 2025. She was a devoted mother, wife, and girlfriend, known for her unwavering commitment to her family. Karen took great pride in caring for her daughters, providing them with love and security. She was also a dedicated partner and a hard worker who enjoyed cooking, earning praise for...
Eva Mae Carroll
Dec 6, 2025
Eva Mae Carroll, born on June 13, 1933, in Louisville, Kentucky, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and resilience that will be cherished forever. Her life was a testament to unwavering faith and boundless generosity, illuminating the paths of many who had the privilege of...
Donald Conner
Dec 5, 2025
Donald Joseph Conner, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Donald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was an artist and musician. Every season he looked forward to being Santa Claus and he loved being outside cutting grass and being with his Girls (Chickens). He was a dedicated member and deacon...
Dianne Hoback
Dec 5, 2025
Dianne Hoback, a devoted homemaker and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, surrounded by her beloved husband, Bobby, and devoted family. Dianne was born on July 2, 1942, in Louisville, KY, then moved to Laconia where she met the love of her life Bobby Hoback, together they moved to Clarksville IN, where she carried...
Ronald Lee Coleman
Dec 4, 2025
Ronald L. Coleman, born on June 14, 1950 in San Diego, CA, passed away peacefully in Louisville, KY after an off & on battle with cancer on December 4, 2025 at the young age of 75.
He grew up in central Indiana and enlisted in the Navy after high school. He served for 6 years, moved back to Indiana, and started...
Tonya Brooke (McGinty) Haycraft
Dec 4, 2025
Tonya Brooke (McGinty) Haycraft, 42, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. From an early age, Tonya's caring heart and joyful spirit drew people to her. She approached life with deep love for her family and friends, and her kindness left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Tonya was a loving and devoted mother. Her...
Shirley Darlene Jaggers
Dec 4, 2025
Shirley Darlene Jaggers, a beacon of love and compassion, was born on December 23, 1959, and departed this world on December 4, 2025. In her vibrant years, Shirley exemplified the virtues of kindness and generosity, cherishing the bonds of family and friendship. Her fiery spirit and open-hearted nature made her a cherished soul among those fortunate enough to know her.
Throughout...
Sheila Lynn Payne
Dec 4, 2025
Sheila Lynn Payne, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Sheila was a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, and Memaw to her beloved grandchildren. She had a fun, energetic personality and was always 27 at heart. She was a mustang enthusiast and her personality truly came through with her music blaring and her engine roaring....
Cory Alan Kincaid
Dec 4, 2025
Cory Alan Kincaid, aged 41, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, left this world on Thursday, December 4, 2025. He was a beacon of love and kindness, cherished deeply as a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
Cory spent fifteen beautiful years with his loving wife, Brit, celebrating their remarkable journey together for five years of marriage. He worked tirelessly as a...
Kathleen Collins Gregory
Dec 4, 2025
Kathleen Collins Gregory, 93, of Louisville, entered into eternity on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Kathleen was born December 1, 1932, to the late Vertie and Montra Collins in Columbia, Kentucky. She was the loving wife of 66 years to the late Charles F. Gregory.
She graduated from Columbia High School and went on to the Kentucky Baptist Hospital School of Nursing....
Percy Lee Black Jr.
Dec 3, 2025
Percy Lee Black Jr., 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
He was born on February 27, 1951 in Louisville, KY to Percy and Mary (Barlow) Black. He is preceded in death by his Father, Percy Lee Black, Sr., Mother, Mary Jane Black.
Percy is survived by his loving Wife, Faye Black, Children, Sha Williams, Jonathan Black, Jowane...
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