Obituaries
Patricia Ann Wilson
Sep 1, 2021
Patricia "Patty" Ann Wilson, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. She was born on October 13, 1940 in Stone, Kentucky to late Richard and Virginia (Burke) Akers. She is also preceded in death by her sister Teresa Walters. Patty is survived by her loving husband of 64 years,...
John W. Bradley
Sep 1, 2021
John W. Bradley, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. He was born on January 19, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Wiley and Sue (Jeffries) Bradley. He served our country while enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. In his spare time he enjoyed the outdoors; hunting, fishing, boating and being at the lake. John...
Fayetta Holt
Aug 31, 2021
Fayetta Holt, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Fayetta was the third oldest of nine children. She attended St. Peter Claver Catholic School and Central High Class of 1957. She grew up in Smoketown later Beecher Terrace. She worked for Olin Mathieson chemical corporation during Vietnam War and then in later years Jefferson County Schools....
James Eric Keith
Aug 31, 2021
James L. Keith Jr. (father) and Colleen Keith (stepmother) Mt. Washington, KY are saddened to announce the passing of James Eric Keith (8-10-1980 - August 31, 2021). James "Eric" Keith was born on August 9, 1980, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Michelle Brewington and James L. Keith and died in his hometown of Louisville, KY at the age of 41. Eric...
George Murray
Aug 31, 2021
Bob Murray, 92, of Prospect, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Bob was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was retired from the Louisville Police Department, with 34 years of service. He was an avid collector of police memorabilia for over 50 years. Bob was born on February 16, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan to George...
Sarah Frances Persun
Aug 31, 2021
Sarah F. Key Persun, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. She was born in Knoxville, TN, to the late Lillian Ramsey and Martin Key, Sr. Sarah worked for the New Albany and Floyd County Schools as a bus monitor. She was a UK and New York Giant fan, but her love was always softball. Sarah was a former...
Myrna Harper
Aug 31, 2021
Myrna Harper, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.She was born on July 5, 1945 in Louisville to the late Edward and Catherine Lutz She is also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, James R. Harper ; grandsons, Joshua and Justin Vineyard; and her sister, Catherine Johnson. Myrna is survived by her daughter,...
Cordis Darrell Grant
Aug 30, 2021
Cordis Darrell Grant, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, August 30, 2021. He was born on October 19, 1954 in Hodgenville, Kentucky to the late Cordis and Loweldine Grant. Cordis is survived by his daughters, Ariel Grant (Matt Koestel), Camel Pate, son, Levi Grant and several grandchildren. All services will be private. The family requests that contributions in...
Gail Jean English
Aug 30, 2021
Gail Jean English, 67, answered the call from her Heavenly Father on August 30, 2021. She was born on July 6, 1954, in Louisville, KY, to her mother, Ruby L. Davis and her father, James Davis, Jr. She united in marriage to Frank English. Gail was a member of Taylortown A.M.E. Zion Church, were she grew up as a child....
James Allen Stone Jr.
Aug 29, 2021
James "Jimmy" Allen Stone Jr., 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. James enjoyed drawing and making canes, and playing ball. He worked in Construction as a Fence Builder and was proud of his work. James loved spending time with his children and especially his grandchildren. He will be missed by all who knew him.He was...
Sheri Lynn Whitson
Aug 29, 2021
Sheri Lynn Whitson, 67, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. Sheri loved photography, coloring, and visiting the beach to search for shells. Out of all her pastimes, her favorite was taking care of her grandchildren.She was born on September 25, 1953, in New Albany, Indiana, to Lloyd "Dale" and Florence (Martin) Whitson.Along with her parents, Sheri...
Leo Curtis Arnold
Aug 29, 2021
Leo Curtis Arnold, 88, of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. He was born on October 7, 1932 in Richmond, Virginia to the late Donald and Tella (Hodge) Arnold. Leo is survived by his brothers, John T. Arnold, Gary A. Arnold, Victor Arnold and Paul Arnold. All services will be private. To leave a special message for...
Robert Duane Dayton
Aug 28, 2021
Robert Duane Dayton, 37, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Robert was an amazing artist and was skilled at tattoo art, drawing, and painting.He was born on September 17, 1983, in Covington, Kentucky, to the late Robert and Opal (Crum) Dayton.Robert is survived by his son, Blake Dayton; brothers, David (Rebecca) Crum and Larry Crum;...
Bradley Steven Spannknebel
Aug 28, 2021
Bradley Steven Spannknebel, 33, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021. Bradley was a loving son, brother, and friend to many. He had compassion towards others and would help every chance he could. He enjoyed making people laugh and smile. Bradley will truly be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.He was born on...
Priscilla Ann Brown
Aug 27, 2021
Mrs. Priscilla Ann Brown, 61, of Louisville, Kentucky entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, August 27, 2021. She was born in Pewee Valley, Kentucky on December 31, 1959 to the late Stallard L. Williams, Sr. and Virginia Louise Williams. Priscilla A Brown was a devoted servant of the Lord, wife, mother, grandmother, sister,...
Larry Layman
Aug 27, 2021
Larry "Rick" Richard Layman, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021. Rick enjoyed being in the outdoors and fishing. He was a Carpenter by trade and loved doing wood working projects. Rick always enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He served in the United States Air Force, which brought him to many bases across the...
Georgianna Allen
Aug 26, 2021
Georgianna Allen, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Georgianna was a loving mom, granny, great-granny, sister, and friend. She graduated from Valley High School in 1968. She worked at Whip Mix Corporation until her medical condition forced her to retire several years ago. Georgianna confessed her life to Christ at an early age. She was...
Mary Anne (Willhite) Middleton
Aug 26, 2021
Mary Anne (Willhite) Middleton, 64, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Mary was passionate about her 35-year career as a registered nurse. She truly cherished spending time with her friends and family. Mary was also known for her love of horses and she enjoyed swimming.She was born on August 28, 1956, in Todd's Point, Kentucky,...
Gary Joseph Wiley
Aug 26, 2021
Gary Joseph Wiley, 73, of Louisville passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021He was born on November 12, 1947 in Erlanger, KY to Ross and Lorraine Wiley. His parents proceeded him in death along with two sisters, Patricia Sammons and Rebecca McCamish. He is survived by six children, Christa Harris, Joey Wiley, Jessica Wetzel, Justin Wiley, Rebecca Wiley, and Gary...
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