Obituaries
Ruth R. Carden
Dec 5, 2020
Ruth R. Carden, 89, of Santa Claus, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020, due to complications of COVID-19. Above anything, Ruth was a faithful servant of God. She had read many Bibles from cover to cover. Ruth enjoyed journaling and reading daily devotions. She had a heart for others, which showed in her time as a foster parent....
Urldine Best
Dec 4, 2020
Urldine Best was born on April 11, 1940 in Hart County, Kentucky to the late John Douglas Best and Minnie Bell Thornton Best. She was preceded in death by her brother Mitchell Ray Best and sister, Minnie Maxcine Bald. Urldine answered the call to her eternal resting place on December 4, 2020, at the age of 80.Urldine moved to Louisville,...
Stella Terry
Dec 4, 2020
Stella Terry, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020 after a courageous battle with Lung Cancer. She was born on September 27, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Jesse Sutherland and Minnie Whittaker. Stella was a dedicated wife, mother, and MawMaw. She was an extremely kind and giving person, and would give you the shirt...
Lisa Bloomer
Dec 3, 2020
Lisa Bloomer, 46, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. She was born on November 11, 1974 in Louisville, Kentucky to Edward and Linda (Burton) Potts. She is preceded in death by her grandparents Edward and Anna Potts and Boss and Lucille Burton. Lisa was employed at Ford KTP. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and daughter....
Marcus Juanell Griffin
Dec 3, 2020
Marcus J. Griffin, 55, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Marcus enjoyed being in the ministry and he enjoyed working with his brothers and sisters. He enjoyed walking on the bridge, making people laugh, and always a smile on his face. He was a big sports fan but his favorite teams were the Dallas Cowboys and...
Richard Judson Saunders Jr.
Dec 3, 2020
Richard Saunders, 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 with love all around. Richard loved spending time with his family and his cruise friends. He enjoyed square dancing and eating at Cracker Barrel. He was the owner and operator of Whiz-Air. He was know as "Whiz" across the country. He shared his love for the Air...
Anthony Lorie
Dec 3, 2020
Anthony "Tony" Lorie, 52, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed on Thursday, December 3, 2020. He was born on November 29, 1968 in Louisville, Kentucky to Marvin and Shirley (Heim) Lorie. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Richard and Katherine Heim and Jewell Winberry. Tony was a Chief Executive Chef (CEC) for 20 plus years in many different venues and...
Robert "Rooster" Lanier Sr.
Dec 3, 2020
Robert "Rooster" Lanier Sr., 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Robert loved being with his family. Rooster was loved by everyone in his community. He never met a stranger. He will be greatly missed by the family and friends that will continue his legacy. He was the life of every party and always had a...
Norma Frances Johnson
Dec 3, 2020
Norma Frances Johnson, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Norma enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved taking cruises with her daughters and had a sense of travel. Norma enjoyed sewing, quilting, and cooking were her favorite pastime.She was born on July 30, 1938 in Butler County,...
Dominick Burton Thompson
Dec 2, 2020
Dominick Burton Thompson, 23, made peace with his life here on earth on December 02, 2020. Dominick was born in Louisville, Kentucky to Paula and Kent Thompson on June 19th, 1997. Dominick was a dedicated employee at Sandys Pet Shop, and developed a profound love for all the animals he was surrounded with. His average day consisted of hiking and...
Jamya Latrice Lewis
Dec 2, 2020
In this obituary, Jamya's parents, Jameca English and Demetrius Lewis, mourn the loss of their daughter who passed away much too young at the age of 17. They ask readers to not only remember her beautiful spirit, but to remember to live life to the fullest, as Jamya would, because it's way too short.Jamya Latrice Lewis was born on July...
Brenda Diane Craig
Dec 2, 2020
Brenda Diane Craig, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Brenda always loved being with her family. She loved her church family and she was well respected. She always had a smile on her face and was a good mentor.She was born on September 30, 1955 in Louisville, Kentucky to Charles English and Lorene Craig. She...
Loran Smith
Dec 2, 2020
Loran Smith, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. She was born on October 8, 1948 in Wheeler, Alabama to the late Parker and Louise Morris. Loran is survived by her, son, Ronald (Robin) Smith; brothers, Tim (Theresa) Morris and Kent Morris; nephews, Chad and Brent Morris; and nieces, April and Lauren Morris. Due to current...
Marilyn Yvonne (Chastain) Prather
Dec 2, 2020
Marilyn Yvonne (Chastain) Prather, 82, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020.She was born on July 20, 1938, in Mitchell, Indiana, to the late Paul and Violet (Walton) Chastain. In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her son, Michael Prather.Marilyn is survived by her children, Eric Prather and Jan Rios (David); eight grandchildren;...
Virginia Lou (Neff) Reynolds
Dec 2, 2020
Virginia Lou (Neff) Reynolds, 78, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. She was family oriented and could be described as a caretaker. Virginia always needed to be in the know and had a great sense of humor. She loved her family and was also fond of her dog, Lucky.She was born on January 31, 1942,...
Alvin Reece
Dec 1, 2020
Alvin Reece, 74, of Bedford, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He was born on July 15, 1946 in Fisherville, Kentucky to the late William and Susie (Watts) Reece. He is also preceded in death by his sisters Rose Harris, Alvie Shaffer, Eveylee Adkins and brothers Calvin Reece and Melvin Reece. Alvin served our country in the United...
Joann Bishop
Dec 1, 2020
JoAnn Bennett Bishop, 86 of Louisville KY, passed away on Monday December 1, 2020.She was born on June 28, 1934 in Louisville KY to the late Lewis King Bennett and Sallie Arlene (McKenzie) Bennett. She is also preceded in death by her husband Robert Vincent Bishop Sr, and her sons, Benjamin Emerson Bishop and William Christopher Bishop.She graduated from Eastern...
Charles Stephen Phillips
Dec 1, 2020
Charles "Steve" Stephen Phillips , 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Steve was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan. He enjoyed boating and spending time at Rough River. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his nieces and nephews. He was born on November 5, 1951 in Lebanon, Kentucky to Joseph and...
Jeff Keithley
Dec 1, 2020
Jeff Keithley, 49, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Jeff loved singing, playing guitar, painting, and spending time with his family.He was born on January 24, 1971, in New Albany, Indiana, to Donald and Judy (Banet) Keithley.Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Missi (Kime) Keithley; son, Cooper Keithley; siblings, Joe (Penny) Keithley, Jim (Karen) Keithley,...
Mary Roberta Wilson
Dec 1, 2020
Mary "Robin" Roberta Wilson (Shipley), 84, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. She is survived by her son, Robert James Wilson Jr, and Daughter, Elizabeth Joanne (BJ) O'Daniel (Wilson), grandchildren Theresa Marie Adkins (O'Daniel), Jason Wayne O'Daniel (Cassie), Beth Wilson Watkins (Jason) and Robert Edward Wilson (Leira) and great...
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