Obituaries

Phyllis M. (Briner) Chandler

Phyllis M. (Briner) Chandler

Mar 8, 2022

Phyllis M. (Briner) Chandler, 71, of Hanover, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Phyllis was a skilled homemaker in every sense of the word and enjoyed quilting, baking, sewing, and listening to music. She will be remembered as a loving, mother, grandmother, and sister who always had a smile on her face.She was born on June 23, 1950,...

Betty O'Nan

Betty O'Nan

Mar 7, 2022

Betty O'Nan, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022. She was born on November 28, 1930 in West Liberty, Kentucky to Corbitt and Florence Elam. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. O'Nan; son, Charles S. O'Nan; father, Corbitt Elam; mother, Florence Elam; and her brothers and sisters.Betty is survived by her grandsons,...

Colton Lee Rufing

Colton Lee Rufing

Mar 7, 2022

Colton Lee Rufing, 17, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on September 1, 2004, in New Albany, Indiana. Colton attended Floyd Central High School. He loved hunting and fishing, snorkeling, riding motocross with his friends, and online gaming.Colton is survived by his parents, Jason...

Joan L. Reeser

Joan L. Reeser

Mar 7, 2022

Joan L. Reeser, 67, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022. She was born on May 7, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late E.G. "Rusty" and Beverly (Hyde) Reeser. She is also preceded in death by her grandparents E.G. and Sarah Reeser and Mary and Jack Uhlrich. Joan graduated with a master's degree in Architecture Design...

Howard Eugene Simpson, Sr.

Howard Eugene Simpson, Sr.

Mar 7, 2022

Howard E. Simpson, Sr., age 74 passed away Monday, March 7, 2022 at St. Matthews Care Center. He was born September 5, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Frankie Simpson, Sr. and Helen Simpson. He lived in Louisville with his loving wife Sandra Goff Simpson who were married December 20, 1966. Howard was a supply sargeant in the U.S....

Ludeema Nell Williams

Ludeema Nell Williams

Mar 6, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ludeema "Ludie" Nell (Penrod) Williams, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky. Ludie passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Ludie was born on August 4, 1946, in Beech Creek, Kentucky to the late Henry and Opal (Woodruff) Penrod. She is preceded in death by her son Mark Williams and sisters Betty...

Ronald "Ronnie" Hill

Ronald "Ronnie" Hill

Mar 6, 2022

Ronald "Ronnie" Hill, 68, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Ronnie was a dedicated referee for KFOA and refereed every weekend for all ages of football for 36 years. He was an avid Virginia Tech fan and he was a third degree black belt for Olympic Karate Studio. Ronnie will truly be missed by anyone who...

Charles Harrison Francis

Charles Harrison Francis

Mar 6, 2022

Charles Harrison "Andrew" Francis, age 39 passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022.A gathering to celebrate Andrew's life will be held from 2 to 5pm on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, East Louisville Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, Kentucky 40243.To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" button.

James F Smith Sr.

James F Smith Sr.

Mar 6, 2022

James F. Smith Sr., 55, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. James was a loving dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend. He faithfully served his country with honor and courage for over 18 years in the Army. He loved his family and friends and would give them the shirt off his back. James will truly be...

Esther Christine Vincent

Esther Christine Vincent

Mar 6, 2022

Esther Christine "Chrissy" Vincent, 54, passed away on March 6, 2022. She was a wonderful mother and her grandchildren was the joy of her life. The love in Chrissy's heart was unconditional. She will be truly missed and will forever live in our hearts. She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas T. Talley.Chrissy leaves to cherish her memories,...

Marie Geralds

Marie Geralds

Mar 6, 2022

Marie Geralds, 89, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Marie was a loving mom, granny, sister, aunt, and friend. She loved BINGO, pull tabs, slot machines, and spending time with her family. Marie will be greatly missed by all who knew her.She was born on September 12, 1932 in Old Hickory, Tennessee to Jesse and Lois...

Donald "Don" Murphy

Donald "Don" Murphy

Mar 6, 2022

Donald "Don" Murphy, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. He was born on February 11, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to Everett and Ruby (Schooler) Murphy. Don was a proud graduate of Southern High School, class of 1967. Don was a member of the United States Army Reserves, where he met a lifelong friend and band...

Ruth S. Lalley

Ruth S. Lalley

Mar 6, 2022

Ruth S. Lalley, 94, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. She was born on February 13, 1928 in Newport, Kentucky to the late Charles and Leona (Brown) Smith. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Donald Everett Lalley and brothers Earl, Howard and Harold Smith. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Kim Lalley, son,...

Curtis Leslie Durbin, Jr.

Curtis Leslie Durbin, Jr.

Mar 6, 2022

Curtis Leslie Durbin, Jr., 80, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Known by many names that included Bo, Curt, Dad, Grandad, and Uncle Curt, he was a proud 1960 graduate of St. Joseph Preparatory School in Bardstown, where he made many lifelong friendships and never missed a class reunion. Curtis served in the Kentucky National...

David Lawrence

David Lawrence

Mar 6, 2022

David Dwayne Lawrence, 58, of Flemingsburg, Kentucky, formerly of Louisville passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022. David was very artistic and creative, he would make sets for Church Play's, and Halloween Costumes for his kids. He was a Carpenter & Contractor by trade and would make all sorts of wood carvings. David loved his children and his family. He...

Sherman Ellis Williams

Sherman Ellis Williams

Mar 5, 2022

Sherman Ellis "Bo" Williams, 82, passed away on March 5, 2022. He was an Army Veteran. He loved fishing and going to the Riverboat. Bo always had a joke to tell and enjoyed talking to his childhood friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence and Jessie Louise Williams; son, John Thomas Williams and Christopher Snawder and his...

Kelley Ann Dever

Kelley Ann Dever

Mar 5, 2022

Kelley Ann Dever, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Kelley was a very loving and caring person who always put others before herself. She loved to tend to her garden, crafts, and spending time with her family. Kelley will always be remembered as a devoted mother and the backbone of her family.She was born on...

Dorothy Lee (Grether) Erdman

Dorothy Lee (Grether) Erdman

Mar 5, 2022

Dorothy Lee "Dee Dee" Erdman, 76, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Dee Dee retired as a special needs teacher aide at Jeffersonville High School and was a member of the National Campers and Hikers Association. She was a talented cake decorator and former instructor at Wilton Cakes. Dee Dee had also been very involved in...

Jean Epperson

Jean Epperson

Mar 5, 2022

Jean M. Epperson, 92, entered eternal life early evening, March 5, 2022 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital.Jean was a devout Catholic who devoted her life to her family. Jean was a Eucharistic minister sharing her time with those who could not attend mass for communion. She volunteered at St. Joseph school working with children and assisting in the cafeteria. Jean was...

Logan Thomas Vardeman

Logan Thomas Vardeman

Mar 5, 2022

Logan Thomas Vardeman, 29, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022. He was born on October 9, 1992 in Louisville, Kentucky to Greg and Shawn Vardeman. He is preceded in death by he and Alyssa's baby, his grandparents, Frank and Effie Vardeman, great grandmother, Mary Ray, Uncle Larry, his friend Max Gilpin and his Coach Kenny Scott....

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