Obituaries
Walter L. Eleby
May 11, 2021
Walter Lee Eleby, a.k.a "Pumpkin" 70, of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. He was born on January 11, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late William Sanders and Eva Leola Eleby. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Veronica (Kenny Williams) Eleby.Walter grew up in a faith based home; he and his...
Richard Allen Smithson
May 11, 2021
Richard Allen Smithson returned to his Heavenly Father on May 11, 2021. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 25, 1936, to the late Elmer and Beulah Smithson. He was a graduate of Dupont Manual High School and Western Kentucky University. Richard played baseball, football, and ran track at Manual High School, and played baseball and ran track at...
Regina Sue Venice
May 11, 2021
Regina Sue Venice was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world suddenly on May 11, 2021 at age 72. Regina's love of life didn't come to an end with her death. She was born to Beauton Parr and William Robinson, Sr on October 11, 1948. After graduating from high school and attending Job Corps in...
Carolyn L. Robinson
May 11, 2021
Carolyn L. Robinson, 59, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. She was born on January 2, 1962 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Curtis and Anna (Clarkson) Robinson. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her grandchild, Joey M. Sutton. Carolyn was Baptized at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church; where she has...
Irene Rita (Murphy) Quakenbush
May 11, 2021
Irene Rita "Rene" (Murphy) Quakenbush, 101, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at Lincoln Hills Nursing Home. She retired as a seamstress from M. Fine & Sons after over 40 years of employment.She was born on September 3, 1919, in New Albany, Indiana, to Thomas and Jenny (Brinkley) Murphy. In addition to her parents, Rene...
Brian Wayne Farmer
May 11, 2021
Brian W. Farmer, 53, of Cox's Creek, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021.Brian was born on November 26, 1967 in Louisville, Kentucky to James Farmer and Jane Kratz. He is preceded in death by his father, James Wayne Farmer, grandchildren, Jayden Kyle Lewis, and Kenneth Ryan Lewis.Brian is survived by his loving mother, Jane Kratz (Bill), daughter, Hannah...
Teresa Von Hoene
May 10, 2021
Teresa Von Hoene, 61, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021.Teresa enjoyed spending time in the garden with her flowers and trips to the beach. She loved sitting on her back deck swing with a good novel. Terri enjoyed sewing and making crafts with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband and family to the...
Danny Douglas Thomas
May 10, 2021
Danny Thomas, 81, of Brandenburg, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. Danny was an avid University of Kentucky fan and served as a member of the Committee of 101. He was a proud Vietnam War veteran and served our country well. Danny will truly be missed by anyone that had the honor of meeting him.He was born on...
Gerald Wayne Mitchell Sr.
May 10, 2021
Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Mitchell Sr., 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. Gerald was a loving husband, dad, poppy, and brother. He loved traveling and shooting pool. He will be truly missed by anyone that had the honor of meeting him.He was born on September 30, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky to Howard and Nella (Jervis) Mitchell....
Dwon Montez Sanders
May 10, 2021
Dwon "Astro" Sanders made his grand entrance into this world on October 8, 1978 and his grand finale on May 10, 2021. He was an army veteran, transportation professional and an amazing D.J. He was a loving husband; devoted father of 6 children; grandfather to 3 grandsons; loving son; brother; grandson and uncle. Astro was full of love and life...
Yolonda Yvette Jones
May 10, 2021
Yolonda "Vet" Jones, 57, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. Vet was a graduate of Seneca High School and she went on to further her education and earned a degree in the medical field at National University and Spencerian College. She worked as a traveling phlebotomist LabCorp. of America. Vet accepted Jesus Christ as her savior...
Paula Delean Bowman
May 10, 2021
Paula Bowman, 56, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. She was born on July 5, 1964 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Paul Fant and Lucy Bowman. Paula is survived by her loving daughter, Jamie Bowman, granddaughter, Nakia Bowman, great grandchildren, Kay'Den T. Bowman and Ja'Ziyah L. Bowman, her siblings, Marvin (Linda) Bowman, A. Vanessa Bowman,...
Raymond Ellis Mills
May 10, 2021
Raymond Ellis Mills, 87, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. Raymond truly lived life to the fullest. He had a passion for photography, loved to dance, and played softball past the age of 80. Raymond enjoyed watching NASCAR and was a gifted guitar player and an avid IU fan. He retired from Ford Motor Company...
Leellen Clark
May 10, 2021
LeEllen Clark, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, left this earth on Monday, May 10, 2021 after her battle with lung cancer at Baptist East Hospital. She was born on June 11, 1952 in Whitesburg, Kentucky to the late Lee and Dorothy (Addington) Frazier. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother and friend to many that knew her. LeEllen is survived by her...
Patricia Ann Flaherty
May 9, 2021
Patricia Ann Flaherty, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was born on January 26, 1957 in Champaign, Illinois to Charles and Elizabeth (Fallon) Hager. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband and soul mate of 41 years, Richard Patrick Flaherty.Patricia graduated from Doss High School....
Bonnie Mae Maple
May 9, 2021
Bonnie Mae Maple, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021. Bonnie was a devoted Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. She was Christian by Faith, and attended Grace Point Christian Church. Bonnie enjoyed sewing, working on things around the house, and could tinker and fix anything. She loved being in her garden, and taking care of her birds...
Ronald Charles Lockridge
May 9, 2021
Ronald Charles Lockridge, 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021. He was born on September 6, 1960 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles and Alma (Beasley) Lockridge. Ronald graduated from Butler High School and was a truck driver and equipment operator for MSD. He enjoyed fishing, playing corn hole, spades, and watching U of L...
Glenda Lee Spanjers
May 9, 2021
Glenda Lee Spanjers, 75, passed away on May 9, 2021. She taught and retired from Presentation Academy and was a talented published writer and playwright. Glenda enjoyed cooking, reading, playing BINGO and cherished family gatherings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Spanjers; mother, Marie Lowery; step-father, Jake Lowery; grand-daughter, Ronna Gaddie and brother, Gary Cox.She leaves to...
Clifford Carroll Francis, Sr.
May 9, 2021
Clifford Carroll Francis, age 94 of Middletown, Kentucky passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021. He was born September 25, 1926 in Louisville, Kentucky. Cliff graduated from Ahrens Trade School and then enlisted in the Army. He worked for Sears for 40 years. Cliff was a member of Woodland Baptist Church. Cliff is preceded in death by his wife, Margie Lee...
Matthew Scott Holland
May 8, 2021
Matthew Scott Holland, 25, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021. Matthew was known as a "gamer" and "gear head" and was a skilled mechanic who worked in the surrounding area. He was a Boy Scout of America and enjoyed anything outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and sport shooting with his family. He will be remembered as...
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