Obituaries
Robert Richardson
Jan 8, 2021
Robert "Butch" Richardson, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. He was born on January 1, 1951 in Jackson, Tennessee to the late Robert Richardson and Carolyn (Hilliard) Chaddock. Butch was an avid golfer, Alabama football fan, the baseball coach at Lyndon and St. Matthews Recreational Baseball League and adored his grandchildren. Butch is survived by...
Randy Dale Hopper
Jan 8, 2021
Randy Dale Hopper, 66, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. Randy was amazing at working with his hands and created many works of art from wood and metal. He enjoyed being outside completing any task that needed to be done.He was born on July 17, 1954 in New Albany, Indiana to Christine (Meek) and the late...
Joshua James Hardy
Jan 7, 2021
Joshua James Hardy, 35, of Louisville passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born on March 14, 1985 in Louisville. He is now in the loving arms of his guardian angel and biggest cheerleader, his Grandmother Helen Russell Hardy. He is remembered by all who knew him as the friend who would carry you to a Drs appt, Wal-Mart,...
Douglas Riggs
Jan 7, 2021
Douglas "Dougie" Riggs, 44, of Leitchfield, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was born on July 13, 1976 in Louisville, Kentucky. Dougie enjoyed fishing and was a avid U of K fan. He is survived by his wife, Monica Riggs, his parents, Phyllis (Larry) Grigsby, and Douglas Riggs, son, Aaron Grimes, daughter, Chelsi Riggs, siblings, Tracy (Mo)...
Timothy Clayton
Jan 7, 2021
Timothy Clayton, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was a retired Maintenance Engineer. He is preceded in death by his mother, Anna Mae Clayton, a sister, Sharon Johnson and his father, Leslie Clayton. Timothy is survived by his two brothers, Jerry and Phillip; two sisters, Sandra Masden and Michaelene Sondergeld.Due to Covid all services...
Wilfred Lawrence Kunze
Jan 7, 2021
Wilfred Lawrence Kunze Jr., 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Wilfred loved baking, fishing, attending and watching NASCAR, and also growing his flowers. He was a master brick Mason and he was a member of the Bricklayer's and Allied Craftsman Local #4 INKY for over 50 years. Will helped build a variety of museums, and...
Lloyd B. Houghton, Jr.
Jan 7, 2021
LLOYD B. HOUGHTON JR., 89, of Louisville, KY, died on January 7, 2021 at home. He was a native of Inkster, Michigan and at age 14 was accepted into Henry Ford Trade School and attended Fordson High School in 1949. At 19 years old he joined the Navy where he served his country in the U.S. Navy Reserves. He then...
Sondra Jo Lambert
Jan 7, 2021
Sondra Jo Lambert, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Sondra was a member of West Corbin Christian Church, and previously attended Dover Chapel Baptist Church. She loved her flowers, bird watching and nature. Sondra was an avid reader, who loved her game shows and crossword puzzles. Her favorite music were Country Music and Southern Gospel....
Donald R. Fowler
Jan 7, 2021
Our dad has left for parts unknown and is now reunited with our mother, our brother, his parents, his brother and his sister. Dad tried to live by the Golden Rule and the Ten Commandments.He retired many years ago from General Electric and DuPont. He was a proud and long time member of The Ancient Order of Hibernians. He also...
Dolores Helen (Jolissaint) Schulte
Jan 7, 2021
Dolores Helen "Dodie" (Jolissaint) Schulte, 84, of Corydon, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Dodie attended Holy Trinity Grade School and graduated onto New Albany High School. Following high school, she was employed by the former St. Edwards Hospital as an office receptionist. It was there that Dodie met her loving husband, George. After dating for one year,...
Stephen Michael Wolfe
Jan 7, 2021
Stephen Michael Wolfe, age 68 of Louisville, joined his heavenly father Thursday, January 7, 2021 at home surrounded by friends and loved ones. Steve was retired from Multi Packaging Solutions where he worked for 34 years, as an Electronic Prepress Manager. He was a charter member, Elder and worship team member at Hikes Point Christian Church and most recently an...
Kevin Lee Summers
Jan 7, 2021
Kevin Lee Summers, 62, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021. Kevin loved telling jokes, playing trivia games with his sons, and playing Euchre. He enjoyed remodeling with his dad, visiting the beach, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. Out of all his pastimes, Kevin enjoyed being with his family and friends the most.He was born...
Linda Sue (Salisbury) Montgomery
Jan 6, 2021
Linda Sue (Salisbury) Montgomery, 73, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Linda was a member of the Abundant Life Community Church in New Albany.She was born on June 20, 1947 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late John and Marjorie (Lineback) Salisbury. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Montgomery.Linda is...
Dennis Kirk Putnam
Jan 6, 2021
Dennis Kirk Putnam, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in his home from complications of the COVID-19 virus. Though Dennis left this earth too soon, his life touched countless others. He was born June 5, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, to a family of music lovers. Influenced by the setting and sounds of Detroit in his early...
Marsha Foley
Jan 6, 2021
Marsha Foley, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. She was born on August 9, 1951 in Champaign, Illinois to the late D.C. and Helen Foley. She had a great love of the library, books and reading. Her favorite thing to do was cross stitching and she had previously won several ribbons from the Kentucky State...
Bruce Hall Mater
Jan 6, 2021
Bruce Hall Mater, 91, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Bruce was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in New Albany and was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. Bruce was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved his family and church. He enjoyed fishing and camping with his family. Bruce worked as...
Lillie Mae Kendall
Jan 6, 2021
Lillie Kendall, 78, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Lillie was a retired Nursing Assistant of more than 30 years, working for various Louisville area nursing facilities and as a Private Duty Nursing Assistant.Her time in retirement was spent cooking and baking. Her family dinners were always remarkable. She also loved playing with the Yorkies; Maggie...
Paula "Gail" (Robinette) Sparrow
Jan 6, 2021
Paula "Gail" (Robinette) Sparrow, 66, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. She was a hard worker and talented seamstress and enjoyed her tasks at Nu Yale Cleaners. Gail liked to karaoke and play bingo. She was also a great cook that was known for her peanut butter fudge, biscuits and gravy, and green pepper and...
Richard Patrick Flaherty
Jan 5, 2021
Richard "Rick" Patrick Flaherty, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Rick was born on June 1, 1956 in Louisville to the late Richard and Irene (Schaffner) Flaherty. He was a 1975 graduate of Doss High School, retired from Brown Foreman and was a member of Local Teamsters for 39 years. After Rick retired he spent...
Linda Jane Willis Decker
Jan 5, 2021
Linda Jane Willis Decker, 81, of Louisville, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. She was born on October 5, 1939 in Louisville, Kentucky to Elmer and Jane (Garr) Willis. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Jack Willis, sister, Betty Goodman, and sister, Judy Stinnett, and her best friend, Kitty. Linda spent her...
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