Obituaries

Calvin Miller

Calvin Miller

Aug 19, 2021

Calvin Lee Miller, Jr., age 69 of La Grange, KY, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021.Calvin "Buddy" Miller was born in Columbus, OH, grew up in Rhode Island, served in the U.S. Army overseas, and settled in Kentucky where he raised a family of his own. A creative and technical writer by trade, his true passions were in his hobbies....

Cecil J. Wallace

Cecil J. Wallace

Aug 19, 2021

Cecil J. "CJ" Wallace, of Louisville, KY passed away on August 19, 2021. He was a barber and a die hard UofL fan. CJ always had a good story to tell and had a contagious smile. His daughter, Kendall, meant the world to him and you could tell by the sparkle in his eyes. CJ had unconditional love for his...

James Leslie Calvert

James Leslie Calvert

Aug 19, 2021

James Leslie Calvert, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed from this world at his home in Louisville on August 19, 2021, surrounded by family. A native of Maysville, Kentucky, and a 1959 graduate of Maysville High School, Jim spent much of his professional career in Louisville, KY and Madisonville, KY in the banking industry, and also served as the Director of...

Bernard H. Borgelt, Jr.

Bernard H. Borgelt, Jr.

Aug 18, 2021

Bernard H. "Ben" Borgelt, Jr., 67, of Elizabeth, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. He retired as a Captain of the Louisville Fire Department after 25 years of service. Ben had a passion for the outdoors and was an avid fisher, but his greatest love of all was spending time with his grandchildren.He was born on November 18,...

Crystal Anne Hickey

Crystal Anne Hickey

Aug 18, 2021

Crystal Anne Hickey, 38, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. She was born on July 13, 1983 in Louisville, Kentucky to Thomas and Brenda Hickey. Crystal will always be remembered for her love of music and how much she made you laugh. She had a fun loving attitude towards life; always enjoying playing and spending time...

Edison (Vernon) Farmer

Edison (Vernon) Farmer

Aug 18, 2021

Edison (Vernon) Farmer slipped this mortal coil 08/18/21 and rejoined what he called the universal soul. Born in a log cabin in the middle of a farm field in Ohio County, KY, 01/25/43, to Jess and Floetta Farmer, Edison was a proud graduate of Male High School ('61) and University of Louisville ('70 ), which he attended on the GI...

Cynthia Lee

Cynthia Lee

Aug 17, 2021

Cynthia "Cindy" Lee, 75, of Wichita, Kansas, recently passed away in Louisville, Kentucky. Cindy, always industrious, worked as an office manager and accountant for 40 years and always wanted to provide her daughters with every opportunity to exceed her accomplishments. She retired from Creason Corrugating & Machinery Company, Inc. in 2012, as a well-respected business woman. In her later years,...

Barbara Jean Wright

Barbara Jean Wright

Aug 17, 2021

Barbara Jean Wright, 69, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. She was born on January 22, 1952 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina to James Wright III and Norma (Davis) Wright. Along with her parents, Barbara is survived by her son, James Wright; grandson, Alex Dehn; and brother, Jim Wright (April). Cremation was chosen following Barbara's wishes...

Maxine Isabella Hunt

Maxine Isabella Hunt

Aug 17, 2021

Maxine Isabella (Miller) Hunt, 92, of Lanesville, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Maxine enjoyed playing Bunco, loved spending time with her family, and was a long-time member of Antioch Christian Church.She was born on August 19, 1928, in California to the late Kansidy and Lillian (Barry) Miller. Along with her parents, she is...

Jimmy Wayne Soards

Jimmy Wayne Soards

Aug 17, 2021

Jimmy Wayne Soards, 75, passed away on August 17, 2021, He was born in Monroe County, KY on November 2, 1945. In his 20's he moved to Louisville, following the love of his life, Pat. Jimmy became a carpenter for over 30 years in the Louisville area. He got a job at the University of Louisville working in the physical...

Liliya Kitainova

Liliya Kitainova

Aug 17, 2021

Liliya Kitainova, 98, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. She was born on July 5, 1923 in Krivog Rog, Ukraine to the late Srul and Sophia Kogan. She is also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Daneel Kitainov and sister Bella Kogan. Liliya is survived by her son, Alexander Kitainov, granddaughter, Tamara...

Jerome Lee

Jerome Lee

Aug 16, 2021

On August 16, 2021, Jerome Lee passed away after a period in hospice care in Louisville, Kentucky.Jerome was born in Taipei, Taiwan on September 6, 1927. His parents were Yanbin Lee, a banker and grandson of Li Chunsheng who, together with John Dodd, were known as the founding fathers of Taiwanese tea and who built several churches in Taiwan. His...

David Jean Heavrin, Ii

David Jean Heavrin, Ii

Aug 16, 2021

David J. Heavrin II was born on May 8, 1957. After years of battling health issues, he passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. A retired master electrician, he spent several years volunteering with the Sherriff's department, Coast Guard, and Boy Scouts of America. He was a boating, scuba diving, and motorcycling enthusiast. He...

Michael Bernard Banks

Michael Bernard Banks

Aug 16, 2021

Michael B. Banks, 46, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2021. Michael was a loving father, son and brother. His daughter Lexi was the light of his life. He loved to fish and was an avid UK fan. Michael was born on March 14, 1975 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jeffrey and Carol Banks. Michael is survived by...

Jacquoline Dawn Goff

Jacquoline Dawn Goff

Aug 16, 2021

Jacquoline Dawn Goff, 68, passed away on August 16, 2021.She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Sally Freed; grandparents, Commadore and Doris Meeker and grandmother, Ethel Freed.Jacquoline is survived by her daughter, Tisha (Eddie) Payne; grandchildren, Madison Payne, Kayla Payne and Jasmine Payne and brothers, Kelly (Luanne) Freed and Scott Freed.To leave a special memory of Jacquoline...

William Anthony Cotton

William Anthony Cotton

Aug 15, 2021

William Anthony Cotton, 33, of Fairdale, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. He was born on March 25, 1988 in Louisville, Kentucky to Rebecca Reis Cotton and Richard B. Cotton. William will always be remembered for his passion for fishing, enjoying cooking out and his love for his family. Will is survived by his loving mother, Becky Cotton,...

Carolyn Marie Nethery

Carolyn Marie Nethery

Aug 15, 2021

Carolyn Marie Nethery, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. She was born on June 6, 1945 in Louisville to Gilbert and Bertha Grubbs. She was retired from the Commonwealth of Kentucky working at The Kentucky State Fair Grounds and KCIW in Pewee Valley. She was a member of Evangel World Prayer Center. She is preceded...

Edith Irene Hooks

Edith Irene Hooks

Aug 15, 2021

Edith Irene Hooks , 84, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. Edith she enjoyed crochet and plaster canvas work. She enjoyed her many hours searching and looking up things online. Edith loved her spending time with her family and her dog "Scooter". She will be missed by all who knew her.She was born on April 24,...

Linda (Woods) Alford Adkisson

Linda (Woods) Alford Adkisson

Aug 15, 2021

Linda (Woods) Alford Adkisson, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, went Home on Sunday, August 15, 2021, surrounded by her family and closest friends. She was born on December 10, 1950 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Earl and Pauline (Carby) Woods. She is also preceded in death by her grandmother Katie Hawkins Carby and grandfather John L. Carby. Linda was a...

Michael Jerome Hill

Michael Jerome Hill

Aug 14, 2021

Michael Jerome Hill, 67, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021. Michael enjoyed working on projects in and around the house. He loved doing artwork and his drawing and portraits. He was a Brick Mason by trade. He graduated from Douglas High School, Oklahoma City, OK in 1973 after Graduation he proudly served in the United States...

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