Obituaries
Allan Dwight Bogard
Apr 5, 2026
Allan Dwight Bogard born on July 7, 1954, passed into eternal rest on April 5, 2026. He was a member of Okolona Masonic Lodge #853 , which he joined in 1993, as a Master Mason and was elected Master of his lodge in 2000. In 1994 Allan joined Kosair Shrine Temple where he served as President of Directors then Director...
Alice Hammack
Apr 5, 2026
Alice Jean Moore-Hammack, 84, of Prospect, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville, KY.
She was born on March 6, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles B. Moore, Jr. and Betty Jo (Grigsby) Moore. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Jon A. Moore.
Alice graduated from Fern Creek High School...
Carl William Byrne
Apr 5, 2026
Carl William Byrne, aged 70, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born on January 11, 1956, in Corydon, Indiana, Carl devoted a significant portion of his life to a distinguished career as an engineer, contributing his expertise to MedVenture and Robinson Nugent.
Carl was much more than a skilled engineer; he was an avid outdoorsman that also...
Melvyn "Mel" Alexander Beard
Apr 5, 2026
Melvyn Alexander Beard, affectionately known to many as "Big Mel," passed away on April 5, 2026. He was born on June 12, 1958, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Known for his generous spirit and remarkable ability to fix nearly anything, Mel was often the go-to person for those needing help with their vehicles. Many fondly recall him in his garage, where he would...
David Edward Huber
Apr 5, 2026
David Edward Huber, born on June 1, 1947, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away on April 5, 2026.
David dedicated many years of his career to CenterPoint Energy. Throughout his life, he exemplified the values of service and dedication, having also served in the United States Navy. David was a man deeply connected to the natural world, finding great joy and...
Glen Cecil Thompson
Apr 5, 2026
Glen Cecil Thompson, a devoted family man and respected business owner, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on January 4, 1950, in Bardstown, Kentucky, Glen spent much of his life in New Albany, Indiana, where he made a lasting impact through his work and his love for the outdoors.
Glen was the proud...
Howard "Von" V. Wells
Apr 5, 2026
Howard "Von" V. Wells, passed away on April 5, 2026. He was born on December 27, 1934, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Known affectionately as Von, he was a devoted family man and who spent a life-long career in the printing industry. Von found his greatest joy in spending quality time with his wife, traveling together, attending sporting events, and enjoying trips to...
Roy Cook
Apr 4, 2026
Roy Cook, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Roy was a dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He’s was proud of his service to the country.
He was born on September 23, 1943 in Whitesburg, Kentucky to Marian and Nannie (Adams) Cook. He is preceded in death by his Father, Marian Cook, Mother, Nannie Cook, Sister,...
Audrey Lee Smith
Apr 4, 2026
Audrey Lee Smith, a man whose life was marked by unwavering loyalty, deep devotion to family, and a spirit that brought joy and strength to all who knew him, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026. Born on November 5, 1960, in Louisville, Kentucky, Audrey lived a life full of love, resilience, and indomitable spirit until his final day.
Audrey was...
Geraldine "Gerri" McCoomer
Apr 4, 2026
Geraldine (“Gerri”) McCoomer, age 76, of Louisville, departed this life Saturday, April 4, 2026, and entered eternal life. Gerri was born to Charles E. and Margaret Craft Wordlow on January 2, 1950, in Louisville, Kentucky. To this union were born two boys and twin girls.
Gerri accepted Christ in 1958 and was baptized by Rev. Thurmond Coleman, Sr. at First Baptist...
Clifford Russell "Rusty" Zimmerman
Apr 4, 2026
Clifford Russell "Rusty" Zimmerman, aged 64, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Rusty cherished the time he spent with family and friends, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on October 22, 1961, in Louisville, Kentucky, Clifford was the beloved son of Gary Zimmerman and Alma...
Brenda Cox
Apr 4, 2026
Brenda Cox, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
She was born on June 18, 1945 in Albany, Kentucky. Brenda was preceded in death by her beloved dogs, Baby and Rosie.
Brenda worked for the Jefferson County Court system for many years, she was very active in politics and was an avid lover of animals. She enjoyed working...
Michael A. Brown
Apr 3, 2026
Michael A. Brown, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026.
He was born on October 15, 1957 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Amy (Franklin) Brown. He is preceded in death by his Father, James E. Brown, Jr., Mother, Amy L Brown, Son, David Brown, Siblings, Doris Y. Brown, James E. Brown, III, Amy O. Brown, Debra...
Charles "Butch" W. LaHue II
Apr 3, 2026
Charles "Butch" W. LaHue II, born on October 22, 1945 and passed on April 3, 2026. He was an Army Vetern and worked at many dealerships over the years. His last employment was at Carriage Ford.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rosemary LaHue; his beloved son, William Vincent DeGeorge Jr.; and his dog, Candy.
He is survived...
Donald "Chad" Dobbs
Apr 2, 2026
Donald "Chad" Dobbs, age 85 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Chad was born on December 28, 1940 to the late William H. Dobbs and Thelma J. Metz Dobbs. He graduated from the University of Louisville and taught high school mathematics in the Jefferson County Public Schools. He was a long-time member of Kentucky's 100th Division...
Rev. B. U. Faulkner
Apr 2, 2026
Rev. Barbara U. Faulkner, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
She was born on February 21, 1951 in Fayette, Kentucky to the late Rev. James and Gladys (Nunley) Higgins. She is also preceded in death by her husband, William Faulkner, brothers, James "Jimmy" L. Higgins, III, and Rev. Johnathon Nunley Higgins.
Barbara was first and foremost a...
Mary Frances Olson
Apr 2, 2026
Mary Frances Martin (Lankster) Olson, 81, of Louisville, KY, died on 4/2/2026.
She was born on 10/7/1944 in Oakland, CA, to Johnny Roy Lankster and Verna Copple. She spent her youth in Alabama and Arkansas. She attended Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO, and Tulsa University in Tulsa, OK. She was always trying to improve herself and feed her intellectual curiosity....
Sonya Edwards
Apr 1, 2026
Sonya Edwards, cherished mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Fairdale, Kentucky. Born on July 27, 1967, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Ronald and Gwendolyn (Doyle) Edwards, Sonya’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, kindness, and joy.
Sonya had a heart of gold and a vibrant, social spirit that touched everyone she...
Richard Steven McCauley
Apr 1, 2026
Richard Steven McCauley, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
He was born on November 19, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Richard and Iris (Schaffer) McCauley. He also is preceded in death by his twin sister, Susan Horgan and brother, Jeffrey McCauley.
Steve is survived by his loving wife...
William Charles Bartle
Apr 1, 2026
William Charles Bartle, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family at the age of 89 on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Born on July 22, 1936, to Lay and Maysel (Gwynn) Bartle, William—affectionately known as Bill or Uncle Billy—led a life marked by service, dedication, and love.
Bill proudly...
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