Obituaries

Robert "Bob" William Holland

Robert "Bob" William Holland

Oct 5, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" William Holland, who left this world on October 5, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on May 7, 1963, in Hamilton, Ohio, Bob lived a life rich with love, laughter, and devotion to his family and community.

Bob was a true embodiment of hard work and dedication, having...

Tiara Manica

Tiara Manica

Oct 4, 2025

Tiara Nicole Manica, age 17, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on October 4, 2025. Born on April 26, 2008, Tiara brought joy, laughter, and light to everyone blessed to know her.

Tiara was a creative and artistic soul who loved expressing herself through beauty and design. She adored Hello Kitty, doing her nails, and finding small ways to make life brighter...

Francis Kay Shepherd

Francis Kay Shepherd

Oct 4, 2025

Francis Kay Shepherd, 84, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixe Highway. Her Funeral Service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel with burial...

Terry Irvin Meek

Terry Irvin Meek

Oct 4, 2025

Terry Irvin Meek, born on March 10, 1953, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away on October 4, 2025.

For many years, Terry served proudly as the Chief of the Lafayette Township Volunteer Fire Department, a position that highlighted his dedication to public service and his leadership within the community.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Priscilla Meek. Terry...

Terry Smallwood

Terry Smallwood

Oct 4, 2025

Terry Smallwood, a beloved husband, father, and papaw, passed away on October 4, 2025, in Charlestown, Indiana, surrounded by the love of his life, his wife Bonnie. Born on February 20, 1960, in Louisville, Kentucky, Terry led a life marked by dedication, love, and service.

Terry had a storied career as a postal clerk for the United States Postal Service, where...

Larry Charles Myers

Larry Charles Myers

Oct 4, 2025

Larry Charles Myers, 83, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 27, 1942, Larry was the devoted husband of Opal Ann (Gilliam) Myers. The two were married on August 28, 1965, and shared 60 wonderful years together filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Larry proudly served his country in the United States...

Virginia Louise "Ginny" (Lilly) Stiles

Virginia Louise "Ginny" (Lilly) Stiles

Oct 4, 2025

Virginia "Ginny" Louise (Lilly) Stiles, 64, of New Salisbury, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Ginny was a devoted wife, mother, and nana.

Born on March 27, 1961, in New Albany, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Virginia (Staser) Lilly. Ginny had one of the biggest hearts imaginable - always putting others before herself. She loved...

Alvita Renee Warfield

Alvita Renee Warfield

Oct 3, 2025

Alvita Renee Warfield, 64, born April 26, 1961, in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on October 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with diabetes-related illness. A proud graduate of Doss High School, Alvita was known for her devotion to family.

She is survived by her son, four grandchildren, five siblings, daughter-in-law, best friend, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Alvita’s service gathering...

Michael "Mike" James

Michael "Mike" James

Oct 3, 2025

Michael "Mike" James, 78, of Louisville, KY, formerly of Bethlehem, CT, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025.

He was born on May 23, 1947 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph and Louise (Howard) James. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Toni James and brother-in-law, Finn Ryssdal.

Mike was an excellent skier and avid reader. He loved music-many...

Cora Evelyn Lewis

Cora Evelyn Lewis

Oct 3, 2025

Cora Evelyn Lewis, age 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on October 3, 2025.

Born as Coella Washington on November 19, 1954, in Dayton, Ohio, Cora was welcomed into the loving care of Will and Ina Bell Lewis shortly after birth. She grew up in Jeffersonville, Indiana, where she attended public schools and proudly graduated from Jeffersonville High School.

Cora was a...

David M. Bagby

David M. Bagby

Oct 3, 2025

David M. Bagby, known by all of his family and friends as "Bagby", 78, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025 after a long illness. David served in the Army during the Vietnam war and loved his country. He was a life long member of the VFW Millcreek Post 5421. He will truly be missed by all...

Timothy David O'Brien

Timothy David O'Brien

Oct 3, 2025

Timothy David O'Brien, aged 61, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025. He was a devoted husband and father whose warmth and kindness touched the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Born on February 25, 1964, in Mankato, Minnesota, Timothy was the son of David and Barbara (Harris) O'Brien. He dedicated his life...

Christopher S. Ketterer Sr.

Christopher S. Ketterer Sr.

Oct 3, 2025

Christopher "Chris" S. Ketterer Sr., 72, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025.

He was a man who loved life, laughter, and the people around him. He enjoyed singing in the shower, fishing, telling jokes, and making people laugh. He cherished spending time with family and sharing family dinners.

He lived fully and openly, admitting to mistakes in his...

Myrtle (Scherzinger) Doyle

Myrtle (Scherzinger) Doyle

Oct 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Myrtle (Scherzinger) Doyle, age 74, who left this world peacefully surrounded by her family in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Born on December 11, 1950, in Louisville KY, Myrtle devoted her life to her family in the city she cherished, where she created countless memories filled with love and laughter.

Myrtle was a...

Jerry Lee Ahlrich

Jerry Lee Ahlrich

Oct 3, 2025

Jerry Lee Ahlrich, 71, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025.

He was born on August 11, 1954 in Wood River, Illinois to the late Robert Charles and Norma June (Wisegarver) Ahlrich. He is also preceded in death by his son, Aaron Robert Ahlrich and his brother, Steven Lynn Ahlrich.

Jerry had a strong servant’s heart, he took joy...

Heather Lynn Howard

Heather Lynn Howard

Oct 3, 2025

Heather Lynn Howard, 48, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 3, 2025.

Heather is survived by her son, Hunter Coomer, her brother Michael Howard (Julia) and their children Keegan and Kamora, her mother Sherry Howard and her grandmother Norma Hyberger, who was one of her dearest friends and advocates. She had a dear friend Billy who made her last days...

Susan "Sioux" Harris

Susan "Sioux" Harris

Oct 2, 2025

Susan "Sioux" Harris, age 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

Sue was a beacon of love and devotion in the lives of everyone she touched. As a wife, mother, maw-maw, sister, aunt, and friend, she brought warmth, laughter, and joy to all who knew her. Known for her vibrant personality, Sue had an infectious love...

Shawn David Hill

Shawn David Hill

Oct 2, 2025

Shawn David Hill, 50, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Shawn was a devoted dad, loving brother, and a diehard UK fan.

He was born on August 9, 1975 in Louisville, Kentucky to Sandy (Hatfield) Whitehouse and David Hill. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Shawn is survived by his loving family, children, Shawn David Hill, II.,...

Charles Donald Walton

Charles Donald Walton

Oct 2, 2025

Charles Donald Walton, born on December 3, 1934, in Phenix City, Alabama, passed away peacefully, at home, with his wife and daughter by his side on October 2, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. He was a beloved figure known for his loving and kind demeanor, always embodying the qualities of a true gentleman.

Charles served proudly as an Army veteran, a commitment...

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