Obituaries
Mary Margaret Magdaline Bailey Slaughter
Aug 18, 2025
Mary Margaret Magdaline Bailey Slaughter passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. She was born on May 19, 1935 to Frank Bailey and Rena Covington in Logan County, Kentucky.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Roscoe and Mark Slaughter; sisters, Annie Owen, Ruby Browder, and RC Sanders; and brothers, Frank Bailey and Bennie Watts .
She was a member...
Donna Sue Baker
Aug 17, 2025
Donna S. Baker, born November 7, 1958, in Granite City, Illinois, entered her eternal rest on August 17, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Donna was a woman of great faith who dedicated her life to Jesus Christ at a young age. As the devoted wife of a pastor, she gave herself fully to serving others, offering encouragement and guidance to those...
Nicholas "Nick" Ray Ratchford
Aug 16, 2025
Nicholas "Nick" Ray Ratchford, 27, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Nick was a loving son, brother, grandson, and friend. His greatest passions in life was fishing and his dogs & his cat buddy. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He liked to play his video games and loved to be outside camping...
Jeffrey Purdom
Aug 16, 2025
Jeffrey Purdom, born on December 2, 1962, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, passed away on August 16, 2025. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend who is remembered for his quiet demeanor and dedication to those he loved.
Jeffrey graduated from Valley High School in 1980, where he showcased his musical talent by playing the saxophone in the school band....
Shelby "Lucky" DeWeese
Aug 16, 2025
Shelby "Lucky" DeWeese, age 73 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Shelby was born on September 27, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Roy Sherman and Vasta B. Embry DeWeese. He graduated from Shawnee High School class of 1969. He was proud owner of DeWeese Flooring and served many homes...
Timothy "Tim" A. Gladin
Aug 16, 2025
Timothy "Tim" A. Gladin, of New Albany, Indiana, was born on June 28, 1957, and passed away on August 16, 2025, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. He lived a life filled with passion for both his profession and the people around him, leaving behind fond memories and a legacy that will not be forgotten.
Tim made a career laying asphalt, a job he...
Rickey A. Banet
Aug 16, 2025
Rickey Anthony Banet, age 69, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on August 16, 2025.
He was born on January 24, 1956, in New Albany, Indiana, the son of George and Catherine Banet.
Rickey's legacy lives on in the laughter shared by those who knew him and in the countless memories shaped by his humor, kindness, and heart. A proud supporter of...
James Allen Mason
Aug 16, 2025
James "Jim" Allen Mason, age 80, died on Saturday, August 16, 2025, after a long illness.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Benita Krause Mason. Jim is also survived by a sister, Elsie Mason; and a brother, Paul "Bud" Mason; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Alan Mason and Elnora Fluhr Mason;...
Robert Bruce McAlpin
Aug 15, 2025
Robert Bruce McAlpin was born on June 15, 1943, in New York City, New York and departed this life on August 15, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center, where he had received care in his final days.
A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Robert dedicated four years of his life to serving his country,...
Douglas Edward King
Aug 15, 2025
Douglas Edward King, 58, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on August 15, 2025, in Shenzhen, China. Born on August 4, 1967, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Doug lived a life marked by service, adventure, and deep devotion to his family and friends.
Doug graduated from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, where he was a proud brother of the Lambda Chi Alpha...
Deborah Lee Harp
Aug 15, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" Lee Harp, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. Debbie was a loving and devoted wife, step-mother, Nana, sister, aunt, and friend. She was energetic and full of life. Debbie proudly served her country in the United States Navy from 1974 until 1978. She enjoyed tending to her garden and caring for her flowers....
Robert "Rob" Redemann, Sr.
Aug 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert "Rob" Redemann, Sr., who left us on August 15, 2025, at the age of 63 in Louisville, Kentucky. Rob was a cherished husband, an affectionate dad, a supportive brother, loving uncle, and a dear friend to many. His warm spirit and joyful presence will be profoundly missed by...
Patsy Carol Clark
Aug 15, 2025
Patsy Carol Clark, 83, of Louisville Kentucky, peacefully departed this life on August 15, 2025. Known for her unwavering love and devotion as a mother and grandmother, Patsy brought joy to all those around her. She was an enthusiastic swimmer and a talented diver, sharing her love for water activities, especially fishing, with family and friends. A dedicated fan of...
Barbara Merket
Aug 15, 2025
Barbara “Bobbi” Lee Merket, age 79 of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Port Austin, Michigan, and Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on August 15, 2025, following a series of illnesses.
Barbara was born in Chicago, Illinois, but calling several states home throughout her life before landing in Kentucky. Bobbi was a dedicated and devoted friend who loved cooking, crafts, making people smile, and...
Anna "Becky" Semones
Aug 15, 2025
Anna “Becky” Elizabeth Westenhofer Semones, 77, passed away on August 15, 2025, in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. She was a graduate of Ahren’s Vocational High School, Class of 1967. She enriched the lives of many during her tenure as a teaching assistant at Blue Lick Elementary.
In addition to her parents, Richard Joseph and Juanita Westenhofer, she is preceded in...
Phyllis Lean (Sailings) Wright
Aug 15, 2025
Phyllis Lean (Sailings) Wright, 78, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. A proud survivor of colon cancer, Phyllis faced life's challenges with resilience and grace.
Born on July 26, 1947, in Emerson, Kentucky, Phyllis was the daughter of Clyde and Marie (Durbin) Sailings. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished every moment spent with...
Lisa Michele Hassett
Aug 15, 2025
Lisa Michele Hassett, 67, of Southern Indiana, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 15, 2025. She was born on April 10, 1958, in Fresno, California, to Patricia Kor and Buddy Trenier.
Lisa was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Michael Hassett, whom she married on May 16, 1982. Together...
Harry Lee Roberts
Aug 15, 2025
Harry Lee Roberts, age 101 of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2025.
Born in Lockport, Kentucky, to Nettie Floyd and Jessie Roberts, Harry grew up on a small tobacco farm in Gratz. He attended high school in Pleasureville before enlisting in the Army Air Corps, where he proudly served from 1944 to 1947. During his service,...
Barbara "BeeBee" Russell
Aug 14, 2025
Barbara “Beebee” Russell, age 80, of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on August 14, 2025, at 3:05 p.m., surrounded by her loving family.
Beebee lived a life filled with adventure and compassion. She traveled throughout Europe, explored the United States, and even spent time living on a sailboat in the Virgin Islands. Wherever she went, she carried a spirit...
George Edward Webb, Jr.
Aug 14, 2025
On Thursday, August 14, our Dad, George Edward Webb, Junior, left us to rejoin our Mom.
Father was born on July 31, 1937, to George Edward Webb and Dorothy (Barr) Webb in Freeport, IL. He graduated medical school with honors from the University of Illinois Professional Colleges, Chicago, IL in 1962. He served in the Air Force from 1963 to 1965...
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