Obituaries

Chase Austin Wells

Chase Austin Wells

Jul 29, 2021

Chase Austin Wells, 24, of Louisville, KY passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021. Chase enjoyed playing video games, and had a big heart. He loved his children, and would do anything for the family. Chase will be missed by all those who knew him.He was born on September 8, 1996 in Louisville, Kentucky to Wallace and Candy Wells. He...

George I. Smith

George I. Smith

Jul 29, 2021

George I. Smith, 87, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021. George was a long-time member of St. John Paul II Catholic Church (St. Joseph Hill Campus) in Sellersburg. He retired from maintenance at Sears, Roebuck & Co. in Clarksville, Indiana. George could build or fix anything and enjoyed working in his building or garden and talking...

Dolores Jeannine Wittry Ackerman

Dolores Jeannine Wittry Ackerman

Jul 29, 2021

Dolores Jeannine Wittry Ackerman 88, formerly of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021.Dolores was born in Louisville, Kentucky on June 17, 1933, to the late Nicholas Wittry and the late Marquerite Raymer.She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Richard Allen Ackerman, Sr.Dee was gifted with a beautiful voice and performed often. In addition to music,...

Aaron Davis

Aaron Davis

Jul 29, 2021

Aaron Davis, 50, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021. Aaron was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He loved to study Astronomy and constantly looking into his telescope at the night sky. He will truly be missed by all of his family and friends who had the pleasure of knowing him.He was born on...

Adam C. Drury

Adam C. Drury

Jul 29, 2021

Adam C. Drury, 86, of Otisco, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021. He served in the United States Army. Adam was a longtime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Charlestown and an auxiliary member of the Clark County Sheriff's Department. At the age of 14, Adam began his career as a heavy equipment operator. He retired from...

Gregory K. Abrams

Gregory K. Abrams

Jul 28, 2021

Gregory K. "Kit" Abrams, 65, of Louisville passed away on July 28, 2021.Kit was born on November 10, 1955 in Louisville to the late Frederick and Mary Virginia Abrams. He was a 1974 graduate of Doss High School. Kit worked at Abrams Roofing & Sheet Metal until 1982 then went on to graduate from Roy's Beauty Academy in 1984. In...

Jessica Ann Wills

Jessica Ann Wills

Jul 28, 2021

Jessica Ann Wills, 40, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. She attended New Albany High School.She was born on July 29, 1980, in New Albany. Jessica is survived by her parents, Shirley Wills and Harold Wills (Dawn); brothers, Marvin and Matthew Dennison; as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.Cremation was chosen and...

Lillie Ann Forbes

Lillie Ann Forbes

Jul 27, 2021

Lillie Ann Forbes, 23, of Louisville, KY passed peacefully on July 27, 2021. She adored her daughter, Ayla, admired her sisters and cherished her growing faith with Christ. She was determined with a strong will and would protect anyone in need. Lillie had a gift to touch people's hearts in all walks of life. Lillie is survived by her precious...

Gary E. Erp

Gary E. Erp

Jul 27, 2021

Gary E. Erp, 66, known as "Mr Z." "Bear" "Big G" and his students called him "O.G." of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Gary was a retired bus driver for the Jefferson County Public Schools and drove Bus #0941. He also worked for Usher Transport and Westinghouse Electric. Gary had a passion for Hot Rods, Motorcycles,...

Frances Bernice (Mattingly) Donahue

Frances Bernice (Mattingly) Donahue

Jul 27, 2021

Frances "Bernice" (Mattingly) Donahue, 94, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. She was a member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church.She was born on January 15, 1927, in St. Francis, Kentucky, to Bernard and Mary (Cross) Mattingly. In addition to her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Donahue; grandson,...

John Anthony Lee

John Anthony Lee

Jul 27, 2021

John Anthony "Tony" Lee, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Tony was a retired professional bowler, and was the first junior bowler to ever shoot a 300 in the United States, and went on to have 47 perfect games. He loved to be outdoors and fish. He was also an incredible pool player. He enjoyed...

John Russell Pepper

John Russell Pepper

Jul 27, 2021

John Russell Pepper, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. He was born on March 23, 1939 in Louisville, Kentucky to late James and Irene (Sanderfur) Pepper. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly Anne Pepper and sister, Rose Ann Oldson. Johnny is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Brooke Pepper; daughters,...

Edwin Bruce Harrison

Edwin Bruce Harrison

Jul 26, 2021

Edwin Bruce Harrison, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 26, 2021. He was born on August 31, 1952, in Mariemont, Ohio to the late Thomas Harrison and Bettye (Jones) Wilson. He is also preceded in death by his sister Judy Oehler, stepfather George Wilson and grandparents Clyde and Bernie Jones and Arthur and Flossie Harrison. Bruce...

Judy Kay (Crawley) Mccutcheon

Judy Kay (Crawley) Mccutcheon

Jul 26, 2021

Judy Kay (Crawley) McCutcheon, 70, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021. She enjoyed flowers and working out in her yard. Judy was an avid fan of soap operas and liked attending concerts and partaking in good food.She was born on April 4, 1951, in New Albany, Indiana. Judy was preceded in death by her husband, Ed...

James Scott

James Scott

Jul 25, 2021

James Scott, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. James enjoyed spending time building fast cars and was a car enthusiasts. He built several race cars over the years and was no stranger to fast cars. James passion was building engines and the faster the better. His evenings were spent watching "Street Outlaws", which was a...

Michele Hall

Michele Hall

Jul 25, 2021

Michele Hall, 70, passed away on July 25, 2021 at her home in Louisville, KY. Michele was born on June 30, 1951, in Evansville, IN, and graduated Western Kentucky University and earned a master's degree in Religious Education from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Michele lived most of her life in Louisville, KY, and in Raleigh, NC, where she served...

Hassie Mae (Redfern) Dougherty

Hassie Mae (Redfern) Dougherty

Jul 25, 2021

Hassie Mae (Redfern) Dougherty, 89, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. She attended Northside Christian Church and enjoyed sewing, crafting, ceramics, and cooking.She was born on January 3, 1932, in Sumner County, Tennessee, to the late Sydney and Mary (Pearson) Redfern. Along with her parents, Hassie is preceded in death by her son, Gordon Dougherty; and...

George A. Knott Jr.

George A. Knott Jr.

Jul 25, 2021

George A. Knott Jr., 54, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. George was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He was an avid fisherman and a retired member of NapTown Riders, MC Louisville, KY Chapter. He never met a stranger and loved helping everyone. His family meant the world to him and he...

April Maye Wood

April Maye Wood

Jul 25, 2021

April Maye Wood, 30, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 from natural causes. April was a loving mom that put her kids needs before her own. She had a free spirit with a personality that was bigger than life that was taken to soon. She was a talented writer, loved music, and never met a stranger....

Phyllis Maratty Newman

Phyllis Maratty Newman

Jul 25, 2021

Phyllis Maratty Newman, 68, passed away on July 25, 2021. She was an avid fan of the UofL Cardinals and the Dallas Cowboys. She preceded in death by her parents, John and Elizabeth Maratty, Sr., brothers, Larry Maratty, John Maratty, Jr and Gary Maratty and sister, Denise Gill.Phyllis is survived by her children, Michael Newman and Stacy Newman; grandchildren, Raven...

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