Obituaries
Gerald E. Davids
Jun 8, 2021
Gerald E. "Jerry" Davids, age 75 of Louisville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Norton Hosparus Inpatient Care Center. His career included being an estimator and salesperson for Network Printing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter F. and Ethel M. Ackerman Davids; and his brother, Donald L. Davids. Jerry is survived by his nieces,...
Kevin Reece Fultz Sr.
Jun 7, 2021
Kevin Reece Fultz Sr., 46, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. Kevin was passionate about the construction work that he did. When Kevin was not working, he loved spending time with his family, listening to country music and drinking beer. He was born on December 8, 1974 in Louisville, Kentucky to Kelly and Phyllis (Burton) Fultz....
Harold Eugene Bryant
Jun 7, 2021
Harold Eugene Bryant, 73, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. He was born on February 27, 1948 in Roswell, New Mexico to the late Vernon and Eula Werley Bryant. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Donna Bryant; 4 children; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters; and 2 brothers.All services were held privately. Newcomer Cremations,...
Candy (Shuping) Kelmel
Jun 7, 2021
Candy (Shuping) Kelmel, 64, of Central, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. Candy enjoyed crocheting, gardening, caring for animals, and bird watching.She was born on December 20, 1956, in Scottsburg, Indiana, to the late Raymond and Alene Shuping. Along with her parents, Candy is preceded in death by her daughter, Bonny Kelmel; sister, Sharon Lashley; and brother, Leonard...
Rebecca "Becky" Jean Shearin
Jun 7, 2021
Rebecca "Becky" Jean Shearin, 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. Rebecca was born and raised in Highland Park and she lived in South Louisville the remainder of her life. She was saved and filled with the Holy Ghost as a young girl and a life long member of Calvary Apostolic Church. She was a graduate...
Leslee Ray Banks
Jun 7, 2021
Leslee Ray Banks, 24, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. She was a really great entrepreneur in that she was always working as an independent contractor. In her spare time, Leslee Ray enjoyed coloring, tattoos, and socializing. She had a great sense of humor and was always joking with friends and family. Leslee Ray was a...
Katherine Colleen Merritt
Jun 7, 2021
Katherine Colleen Merritt, 36, of Jeffersontown, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021. She was born on February 5, 1985 in Upland, California to Steven and Teresa (Nix) Merritt. Katherine is survived by her children, Duncan C. Merritt, Benjamin Owen Merritt, and Isabella Ruth Merritt; her parents, Steven D. Merritt and Teresa Gail Merritt; brother, Lucas Aaron Merritt; sister,...
Rick Blakely
Jun 7, 2021
Richard Louis "Rick" Blakely, age 61 of Louisville, passed away peacefully at Norton Hospital on Monday, June 7, 2021. He was born September 23, 1959 to Robert L. Blakely, Jr. and the late Joan Dockter. He retired as a proud concrete worker. He was a member of Nelson County Baptist Church. He was a simple person who loved his family...
Janet Bloom
Jun 6, 2021
Janet Douglas Bloom, age 70, passed away after a short illness on Sunday, June 6th, 2021 at Baptist Health Hospital in Louisville. Jan was born August 24, 1950, in Louisville, to Billy and Martha Douglas. She grew up in Anchorage, KY, and enjoyed numerous clubs and activities, including Pony Club. She graduated Transylvania University in 1972 and pursued graduate studies...
Jon Alan Meyer
Jun 6, 2021
Jon Alan Meyer, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021. He was born July 20, 1950 in Louisville, Kentucky to Edgar and Juanita (Landers) Meyer. He is also preceded in death by his father Edgar Meyer. He graduated from the University of Louisville in 1972 with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Major in Accounting....
Michael Wayne Phillips
Jun 6, 2021
Michael Wayne Phillips, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Michael was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the University of Louisville. He served in the United States Army. Michael was a quiet individual but was the practical jokester. He loved his family and was always concerned about their health and wellbeing. Michael will be...
Mary Ann Hobbs
Jun 5, 2021
Mary Ann Hobbs , 80, of Loganville, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. She was born on April 12, 1941 in Griffytown, Kentucky and raised by Luther and Irene (Phelps) Hinkle. She is preceded in death by her adopted father, Luther Hinkle and adopted mother, Irene Hinkle; daughter, Malanie Renee Hobbs.Mary is survived by her loving Husband of...
Virgil Gray, Jr.
Jun 5, 2021
Virgil Montgomery "Monty" Gray, Jr., age 68, passed away suddenly at his home in Louisville, KY, on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Monty is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nancy Pace Gray, a son, Scott Montgomery Gray (Brandy Gray), of Austin, TX, a daughter, Andrea Nicole Wcisel (Michael Wcisel), of Fisherville, KY. Monty was a proud Papa to grandsons...
Charles Edward Cowley
Jun 5, 2021
Charles Edward Cowley, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Charles was an avid outdoorsman and he loved fishing and hunting. He served in the US Army and he retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service. Charles will truly be missed by his friends and family.He was born on June 15, 1947 in...
Constance Susan Denton
Jun 5, 2021
Constance Susan "Susie" Denton, 71, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Susie lived a colorful life. She was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, but also spent several years living in Clearwater, Florida. She was a social worker in her working career, both in Florida and Kentucky. Her desire to help children and look after them...
Eugene Wayne Grubbs, Jr.
Jun 5, 2021
Eugene Wayne Grubbs Jr., 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. He was born on May 9, 1958 in Fort Knox, Kentucky to the late Eugene, Sr. and Margaret (Ashby) Grubbs. He is also preceded in death by his niece Emily Marie Bryant. Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Lynn (Portwood) Grubbs,...
Patricia Ann Vitt
Jun 5, 2021
Patricia "Tricia" Ann Vitt, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021. She was born on March 31, 1958 in Louisville to the late Louis and Frances Hill. Patricia enjoyed playing Bingo with family and friends. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Donnie Hill....
Francis Jude French
Jun 4, 2021
Francis "Franck" Jude French, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021. Franck served in the United States Army. He enjoyed listening to music, playing music, and was fluent in Trumpet, French Horn, and Guitar. Franck enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his Nieces & Nephews. He loved animals and being outdoors. Franck had a...
Melvin Charles Kiesler
Jun 4, 2021
Melvin Charles Kiesler, 91, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021. Melvin was a 1947 NAHS graduate and a member of the school track team who competed in the 1947 State Finals. Along with his late wife, he was the former owner and operator of both the House of Rosemary in New Albany and The Master's Frame...
Karl J. Jauernik
Jun 4, 2021
Karl J. Jauernik, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021. Karl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved his family with all his heart. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and was a collector of vintage coins and stamps. He always loved going to the beach and collecting shark...
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