Obituaries
Guy A. Longest
Nov 18, 2020
Guy A. Longest, 79, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away at Providence Retirement Home in New Albany on Wednesday, November 18, 2020.He was born on June 6, 1941, in English, Indiana, to Daisy Ethel Mathers and Julian Longest. Guy was called Alex by all his family and friends. Alex married Linda Summers of Marengo. He worked and retired from General Electric...
Lena Elizabeth Brown
Nov 17, 2020
Lena Elizabeth Brown, 62, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 17, 2020.She was born on November 20, 1957 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Milton Brown Sr. and Roberta Brown Carter. Lena graduated from New Albany Senior High School in 1976 and has several certifications from Indiana University Southeast and IVY Tech Community College. She...
Norman Jacob Abraham
Nov 17, 2020
Norman Abraham, 73, of Louisville, KY returned to his heavenly Father, Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at Audubon Hospital. He was born on June 9, 1947 to the late Harry J Abraham and Geneva Abraham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jacob Abraham; and sisters, Juanita Smith and Martha Hall. Survivors include his wife...
Shirley Mae (Phelps) Ramsey
Nov 17, 2020
Shirley Mae (Phelps) Ramsey, 73, of Corydon, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. She loved her family deeply and enjoyed life to its fullest. Shirley was a friend to many, never meeting a stranger, and possessed a bubbly and outgoing personality. She was fond of her pets and enjoyed spoiling them. She was the driving force in our...
Arthur James Stewart
Nov 17, 2020
Arthur James Stewart, 78, of Celestine, Indiana, passed away on November 17, 2020, at Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Indiana. He was born on August 18, 1943, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Charles Alvie and Rosine (Peter) Stewart.He graduated from Corydon High School and enlisted in the United States Army in 1962. Following his time in the service, Art proudly...
Marsha Lynn Roberts-Blethen
Nov 17, 2020
Marsha Lynn Roberts-Blethen was born on July 2nd, 1947 in Kearney, Nebraska and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 17th, 2020. To say Marsha lived an interesting and impactful life would be an understatement; she was an exceptional person! She left home at age 19 determined to make her way in the world. As far back as anyone can remember...
Mary Joan O'Bryan
Nov 17, 2020
Mary Joan O'Bryan , 91, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. She was born on March 19, 1929 in New Hope, Kentucky to Webb and Alice Dant Bowling. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Michael Estil "Boot" O'Bryan; her parents; her grandson, Michael Brent Hambleton; and siblings, Bob, Lottie, Celie, Corky,...
Betty Jane (Axtell) Froning
Nov 17, 2020
Betty Jane (Axtell) Froning, 73, of New Salisbury, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. She was a member of Pfrimmer's Chapel United Methodist Church and the New Salisbury Lions Club. She was born on November 30, 1946, in Bainbridge, New York, to the late Ralph and Leta (Sherman) Axtell. Betty was also preceded in death by her daughter,...
Leonard John Wojciechowski
Nov 17, 2020
Leonard "John" Wojciechowski, age 54 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Born in Heidelberg, Germany on June 13, 1966 to G.I. parents, John grew up in San Francisco and in Louisville. He graduated from Fern Creek High School in 1984, then joined the Army and served in the Military Police in Heidelberg, Germany for two years. He returned...
Diane Elizabeth Foster
Nov 17, 2020
Diane Elizabeth Foster, Libertyville, Il, born June 15th 1942 passed November 17th 2020 at her home in Louisville, KY. She was 78 years old. She was a beloved Wife, Mother, and Teacher but most importantly she was centered in her faith, her relationship with Christ, and lived according to the belief that every soul was valuable. She was a Special...
James Edward Thompson
Nov 16, 2020
James E. Thompson, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020. James was a hard working father and always provided for his family. He always loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed flea markets and yard sales. He retired from Greyhound bus lines after 20 plus years of service.He was born on November 30, 1943 in...
William Leslie Lanham, Sr.
Nov 16, 2020
William Leslie Lanham, Sr., 71, of Bardstown, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020. He was born on March 6, 1949 in Washington County, Kentucky to the late Leslie and Pauline Coulter Lanham . Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters Mabel Louise Lanham, Phyllis Gail Lanham, Sister and Betty Sue Smith, and great...
Sherry Lee Ballard
Nov 16, 2020
Sherry Lee Ballard, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020. Sherry loved spending time with her family especially her grandkids. She was crazy about her dog Cheena. She loved Thanksgiving and Christmas with her family.She was born on September 6, 1951 in Lebanon Junction, Kentucky to Richard and Ethel (Raley) Fiedler. She is preceded in death...
Austin Fitzpatrick
Nov 16, 2020
Austin Grey Fitzpatrick, 26, of Louisville, Kentucky, was taken from us on November 16th, 2020.He was born on October 10, 1994, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Eva and Leo Fitzpatrick. He was the oldest of two siblings. He graduated from the University of Louisville in 2018 with a degree in Graphic Design. He had a creative mind and was...
Carolyn Gail Roach
Nov 16, 2020
Carolyn Gail Roach, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020. Carolyn enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed working in the yard, shopping, and cooking for the family. She was born on November 12, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to Jesse and Edna (Farris) Roach. She is preceded in death by her...
John Allen Meyer
Nov 15, 2020
John Allen Meyer, 84, of Lake Worth, Florida, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020. He was a member of the Lakeside United Methodist Church and the former Calvary United Methodist Church, both of Lake Worth, Florida. John enjoyed working in various ministries within the church, especially managing the Food Outreach Program. He was a proud veteran of the U.S....
Jasmine Nicole Weaver
Nov 15, 2020
Jasmine Nicole Weaver, 19, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020. Jasmine loved her daughter dearly, and being a mommy was her greatest joy.She was born on August 18, 2001, in Louisville, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her father, Christopher Weaver; and grandfather, Mark Holt.Jasmine is survived by her daughter, Kenzie Smith; mother, Nicolette Cursh;...
Melinda Joyce Roellig
Nov 15, 2020
Melinda Joyce Roellig (Ms. R), 37, avid musician, artist and a beloved educator in Indiana for nearly 15 years. She passed unexpectedly on November 15, 2020 in Clarksville, Indiana. Her memorial service will be held at a later date.Melinda Roellig was born on December 6, 1982 in Greenock, Strathclyde, Scotland while her father, James Roellig was stationed abroad. She later...
Michael Reed Maddox
Nov 15, 2020
Michael Reed Maddox, 70, of Louisville, KY, passed away on November 15, 2020.Mike was born Nov. 12, 1950 to Lewis and Wanda Maddox. He graduated from Fairdale High School. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. He loved Civil War history and was a re-enactor from 1981 -1987. He loved spending time with his family and studying Bible prophecy....
Sarah Jane Thomason
Nov 15, 2020
Sarah Jane Thomason, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, age 76 of Louisville, passed awaypeacefully at her home surrounded by loving family and friends on Sunday, November 15, 2020.Sarah was born on December 3, 1943 in the Duff Community (Grayson County), the daughter ofthe late Albert Harold and Emily Louise Burnett Thomason. She was also preceded in death byher brother-in-law, Joe...
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