Obituaries

Denise M Gagel

Denise M Gagel

Jul 19, 2025

Denise "Deni" Mueller Gagel, age 74 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025 surround by her loving family. Deni was born on October 2, 1950, she was the beloved daughter of the late Carl and Rosemary Richardson Mueller. 

A passionate educator, Deni retired from JCPS after years in the classroom. She was known by those closest to her...

Mary Lee Nolet

Mary Lee Nolet

Jul 19, 2025

Mary Lee Nolet, 84, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. The joy of her life was her family. She loved to play games especially Farkle. She enjoyed attending church, cooking, cross-stitch quilting, embroidery, and crafts.

Mary was born on April 16, 1941 in New Albany, Indiana to Owen and Leona Skaggs. Along with her parents, she is...

Hazel M. Lidster

Hazel M. Lidster

Jul 18, 2025

Hazel M. Lidster, 97, passed away on July 18, 2025, at Park Terrace Health Campus.  She was born on October 16, 1927, in Harlan County, KY, to the late William and Josephine Daniels and was of the Protestant faith.  Hazel loved to sew cook and was always willing to open her home to any that needed a place to stay...

Jesse "JC" Bell

Jesse "JC" Bell

Jul 18, 2025

With heavy hearts, we honor the remarkable life of Jesse "JC" Bell, who passed away on July 18, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on August 30, 1931, in Liberty, Kentucky, JC lived a life rich in dedication and love, leaving a mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A devoted husband to his beloved wife, June Bell, for...

Linda Hardy Norman

Linda Hardy Norman

Jul 18, 2025

Linda Hardy Norman, a beloved figure in both her professional and personal life, passed away on July 18, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, surrounded by her husband and dear friends. Born on August 17, 1953, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Linda’s journey was marked by profound dedication to her career and passion for animal welfare.

A proud graduate of Eastern Kentucky University, Linda built...

William P. "Bill" McCart

William P. "Bill" McCart

Jul 18, 2025

William P. "Bill" McCart, age 87, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1938 in Mitchell, Indiana to Otha and Lena (Ray) McCart.

He proudly served in the United States Army before starting a longtime career in accounting. Bill was a member of American Legion Post 133 in Alton, Indiana and...

Finis Martin Hewitt

Finis Martin Hewitt

Jul 18, 2025

Finis Martin Hewitt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated member of his community, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Born on May 18, 1929, in Peewee Valley, Kentucky, Finis lived a life marked by hard work, quiet service, and a willingness to help others.

Finis spent his professional career at Indiana Bell/AT&T, where he worked his...

Jesse Owens Woodard

Jesse Owens Woodard

Jul 18, 2025

Jesse Owens Woodard, passed away on July 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on March 21, 1937, in Russellville, Kentucky, Jesse's life was characterized by a commitment to service, both in his family and his community.

Jesse dedicated much of his professional life to the New Albany Fire Department, where he worked as a firefighter and rose to the...

Sarah "Kitty" Katherine Johnson

Sarah "Kitty" Katherine Johnson

Jul 17, 2025

Sarah "Kitty" Katherine Johnson, a beacon of faith and a guiding light in her community, passed away on July 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on February 5, 1941, amid the scenic rolling pastures of Lexington, Kentucky, her journey through life was marked by a dedication to service, faith, and personal growth. 

Kitty's academic pursuits were...

Rena Kay Burnett

Rena Kay Burnett

Jul 17, 2025

Rena Kay (McKinley) Burnett, 67, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a proud grandmother, and a treasured friend. She passed away with her faith held high, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and grace.

Rena was the beloved wife of Ernie, her partner in life and love for...

Richard L Sparks

Richard L Sparks

Jul 16, 2025

Richard L Sparks, 67, passed away on July 16, 2025.  He retired from Modine Manufacturing. Richard enjoyed fishing, playing the lottery and poker. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and a good friend to many.   

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ywell and Irene Sparks; sister, Pam Greer and brother, Wayne Sparks.

Richard is survived by his beloved...

Charles "Charlie" Bratcher

Charles "Charlie" Bratcher

Jul 15, 2025

Charles L. Bratcher, also known as "Buddy", "Scratch", "Charlie", and "Pap", 80, passed away on July 15, 2025 Taylorsville, Kentucky.

Born on July 17, 1944 in Caneyville, Kentucky, Charles lived a life filled with the utmost love and dedication to his family that will be etched in their hearts for a life time! Charles was a dedicated employee at Philip Morris...

Robert Eugene Schweinsberg

Robert Eugene Schweinsberg

Jul 15, 2025

Robert Eugene Schweinsberg "Bob", of Louisville, KY, passed away on July 15, 2025, at the age of 58, surrounded by his beloved wife and family. Born on July 12, 1967, in Beaver County, PA, Bob was a vibrant soul who embraced life with an adventurous spirit, a passion for fun, and a heart filled with compassion.

A proud graduate of Monaca...

Rebecca Elizabeth Ashby Carnes

Rebecca Elizabeth Ashby Carnes

Jul 15, 2025

Rebecca Elizabeth Ashby Carnes passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. Rebecca, also called Becky, was born June 5, 1944 in McComb, Mississippi, in her mother’s hometown during World War II. She loved to tell others that she was born on the day that was supposed to be D-Day. She grew up in Bowling Green, Kentucky, her...

Katherine Dean Peterson

Katherine Dean Peterson

Jul 15, 2025

Kathi Peterson passed away at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kathi was born June 1, 1946, in Louisville, KY. Some of her life adventures included living in an Alaskan cabin without plumbing, then on a Missouri farm. She taught special needs children after graduating from college with a degree...

Paula Nippert Sutherland

Paula Nippert Sutherland

Jul 14, 2025

Paula Nippert Sutherland, age 74 of Louisville, Kentucky was welcomed Home on Monday, July 14, 2025. Paula was a beloved wife, mother, Meme, daughter, friend, and faithful servant of the Lord. She was born December 28, 1950 to the late William Travis and Florence Nippert. With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of an extraordinary woman!

She...

Janet Beth Meacham

Janet Beth Meacham

Jul 14, 2025

Janet Beth Meacham, 80, passed away on July 14, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family who adored her. Jan was born on November 5, 1944, in Louisville, KY. She is a graduate of Butler High School, class of 1962. She had a 31 year career at Blue Cross Blue Shield. Jan met the love of her life, Billy,...

Norma D. MacMillan

Norma D. MacMillan

Jul 14, 2025

Norma Doray MacMillan died quietly in her sleep at The Grand Memory Care facility in Prospect on July 14, 2025. Norma was preceded in death by her loving husband Duncan MacMillan, her brothers Johnny and Victor (Buddy) Doray, her sister Nancy Doray and her nephew Garrett. She is survived by her brother Leonard (Debbie), her children David (Suzette), Brenda (Chuck),...

Vonda Ruth Estes

Vonda Ruth Estes

Jul 14, 2025

Vonda Ruth Estes, 55, of Fairdale, Kentucky, left this world on July 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.

A devoted mother, nana, sister, and friend, Vonda poured her heart into everything she did. With a passion for cooking, she expressed her love through the comforting meals she...

David E. Hittle

David E. Hittle

Jul 14, 2025

David E. Hittle, age 58, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished Lolo to his grandchildren. David took great joy in being an avid UofL fan, as well as in watching Cincinnati Reds baseball. His love for the outdoors was evident through his many adventures in his side-by-side,...

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