Obituaries
Sherry Ann Atkins
Jun 1, 2021
Sherry Ann Atkins, 63, of New Salisbury, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Sherry was a loving mother, mammaw, daughter, sister, and friend who loved her family with all she had. She always loved going to the beach and spending hours upon hours at the beach. She loved NASCAR and her Louisville Cardinals. She was a proud sponsor...
Catherine Jean Mcelya
May 31, 2021
Catherine "Cathy" Jean McElya, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. She was born on October 25, 1958 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jack and Nora (Alvey) Thorpe. She is preceded in death by her Father, Jack Thorpe, Sr. and Husband, Stan McElya.Cathy is survived by her Son, John Pace (Janet Holt), Granddaughter, Mara Porter, Mother, Nora...
Steven Allan Thurman
May 31, 2021
Steven Allan Thurman, 43, of Corydon, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. Steven enjoyed hiking and riding in his jeep and loved being with his family.He was born on June 12, 1977, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Jacqueline (Kehr) Black and the late Maner Thurman.Along with his mother, Steven is survived by his loving wife, Sheila Thurman; children, Scarlett...
Dr. Louise Armstrong
May 31, 2021
Dr. Diane Louise Dellario Armstrong was born on July 4th, 1951 in Erie, Pennsylvania. She passed away on May 31st, 2021 at the age of 69 at her home in Louisville, Kentucky. She attended Assumption High school, Western Kentucky University, and the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. She was a dedicated dentist for over 30 years and was a...
Timothy Anthony Bentfield
May 31, 2021
Timothy Anthony Bentfield, 74, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. He retired from Diageo Americas Supply, Inc., in Louisville after 44 years of service. Tim was a great storyteller and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He liked to grill and also enjoyed fishing.He was born on March 3, 1947, in Batesville, Indiana, to Bertrand...
Marvin Gene Hambric
May 30, 2021
Marvin Gene Hambric, 61, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021. He was born on December 17, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Pearson.Marvin is survived by his loving mother, Katherine Pearson; step-father, Charles Pearson; daughter, Joyce Ann (Montanez, Sr.) Perkins; grandson, Montanez Perkins, Jr.; grandson, DeShawn Perkins; sister, Carolyn...
Shawna Long
May 30, 2021
Shawna Long, 49, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Shawna enjoyed cooking for friends and family and was a cook throughout her career. She stayed busy organizing her office space and making sure everything was in its right place. Shawna loved being around her family and playing with her dog "Dexter". She will be missed by...
Ivita Mae Johnson
May 30, 2021
Ivita Mae Johnson, 76, passed away on May 30, 2021. She was a member of Most Blessed Sacrament. Ivita's most cherished memories were spending time with her daughter, Angie. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. Ivita was a caregiver to so many throughout her life and could always put a smile on your face with a story or a joke. She...
Robert "Robbie" Brown
May 30, 2021
Robert "Robbie" Brown, 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Robbie was a loving son, brother, uncle, and a great friend to many. He was a rock and roller at heart and loved Star Wars, Motley Crue, and watching scary movies. He will truly be missed by anyone and everyone who had the honor of knowing...
Nancy Louise Davis - Payne
May 30, 2021
Nancy Louise Davis - Payne, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021. She was born on September 11, 1946 in Bradhsaw, West Virginia to the late Berlin and Dolly Payne. Nancy was a retired compassionate Nurse; she was someone who went over and beyond a nurses calling. As a nurse, she was always willing to help...
Iva Perkins
May 30, 2021
Iva "Jean" (Ison) Perkins, 96, formerly of Madison, IN, but since 2004, of Louisville, KY, passed away on May 30, 2021. She was a member of both the Dupont Baptist Church and the Pewee Valley Baptist Church. She was born on Dec 8, 1924, in Linefork, KY, to the late Byrd and Clara (Nolan) Ison. Jean was preceded in death...
Ella Jo Van Meter
May 30, 2021
Ella Jo Van Meter, 80, of Louisville Kentucky, passed away due to natural causes on Saturday, May 29th, 2021. Ella (Mamaw) was born on November 08, 1940 to Dock and Louise Tackett in Robinson Creek, KY. She attended Virgie High School and soon after relocated to Chicago, IL and then to Louisville, KY. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, wife,...
Terry Lee Davies
May 29, 2021
Terry Lee Davies, 60, passed away on May 29, 2021. He was outgoing and generous with his time and resources. Terry could always make you laugh with his pranks and corny jokes. You could always find him dancing the polka-palooza with his beagle, Hambone. Terry enjoyed watching all the shows on TV Land and two of his favorites were Gilligan's...
Russell Edward Boutell Iii
May 29, 2021
Russell Edward Boutell III, 63, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021. He was born on August 30, 1957, in New Albany, Indiana. Russ loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. In his younger years, he was an avid cyclist. Russ was a proud veteran of the United States Army.Russell is survived by his son, Parker...
Henry Lewis Meyers Sr.
May 29, 2021
Henry Lewis Meyers Sr., 90, of New Haven, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Henry "Lewis" proudly served our country in the U.S Army during the Korean War and retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local #181. Henry "Lewis" was a avid U of L fan, enjoyed reading, golfing and bowling. He will be remembered for...
Ruby Catherine Woolums
May 28, 2021
Ruby Catherine Wilson Woolums departed this life on spiritual wings May 28, 2021. She was member of Melbourne Heights Baptist Church. Ruby enjoyed a full life as a loving mother, devoted wife, enthusiastic homemaker, avid antique collector, history buff and a gardener with an almost encyclopediac knowledge of plants. After retiring from Kroger, she and her husband had a wonderful...
Shalonda Tranice Jones
May 28, 2021
Shalonda Tranice Jones was born on January 2, 1974 to Spencer Lee Jones and Shirley Ann Burnett. Shalonda was one of four daughters born to Spencer and Shirley. She graduated from Doss High School and Elizabethtown College.Shalonda dedicated her life to Jehovah God and symbolized it by water baptism on July 7, 2004. In the past 17 years, she was...
Wade David Hockersmith
May 28, 2021
Wade David Hockersmith, 21, of New Salisbury, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. He was born on April 25, 2000 in Louisville, Kentucky. Wade enjoyed the outdoors, especially when it involved fishing. He had a love for street racing and found joy in the thrill of high speeds. Wade is survived by his mother, Melissa Tuell Hockersmith; father,...
Daniel Alan Huff
May 28, 2021
Daniel "Dan" Alan Huff , 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. Dan was a dedicated family man. A loving father and grandfather. He loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren, and his nephew Jack.Dan was born on January 27, 1958 in Louisville, Kentucky to Louis and Norma Huff. He is preceded in death by...
Rhonda Sue Tomes
May 27, 2021
Rhonda Sue (Davidson) Tomes, 67, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Baptist Health Floyd. She was born in Osceola, Iowa, on January 29, 1954. The third of four children, she grew up in Indianola, Iowa, and graduated high school in 1972. Rhonda joined in marriage to Kermit Tomes in December of 1991. She received her...
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