Obituaries

Carmelo "Carmine" Malluzzo

Carmelo "Carmine" Malluzzo

Jan 2, 2020

Carmelo "Carmine" Malluzzo, 95, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Carmine was a proud veteran of World War II. In his youth he enjoyed playing hand ball with his friends in New York. He was a loving husband, step-father, and brother that will be missed. He was born on April 11, 1924 in Bronx, New York...

Kenneth William Rissler

Kenneth William Rissler

Jan 2, 2020

Kenneth "Captain Buck" William Rissler of New Albany, Indiana, died in his home on Thursday, January 2, 2020, of cancer at age 72. Buck was a man of many passions; first among them was the sea. He was a storyteller, an independent thinker, a fisherman, and a songwriter. As a young man, he traveled extensively and, in his later years,...

Melvin Forman

Melvin Forman

Jan 2, 2020

Melvin Forman, age 90 of Louisville, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020. He was born March 26, 1929. Melving had a passion for golfing, gardening, bridge, family, and friends.Visitation will be 2 to 6 pm on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, East Louisville Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, KY 40243 (in Middletown). A Mass of...

Mary Elaine Roth

Mary Elaine Roth

Jan 1, 2020

Mary Elaine Roth, 73, of Louisville died on Sunday, November 1st. She was born on November 11, 1946, Armistice Day, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Andrew J. Wermuth and Mildred Bernice Wermuth. The former Mary Wermuth was a graduate of St. Helen's School and Presentation Academy, Class of 1964. She also attended classes at the University of Louisville from...

Joseph Wayne Barnes

Joseph Wayne Barnes

Jan 1, 2020

Joseph Wayne "Joe" Barnes, 42, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Joe loved hunting, fishing, cooking, and being a dad to his son, Dallas.He was born on May 30, 1977 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Jack and Carolyn (Phelps) Barnes.Along with his parents, Joe is survived by his wife, Tara Barnes; son, Joseph "Dallas" Barnes; sister, Nancy...

Vernon Weird, Jr.

Vernon Weird, Jr.

Jan 1, 2020

Vernon Weird Jr., 88, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on January 1, 2020. He retired from GE and was a member of Sunny Side Baptist Church.Vernon was born on December 17, 1931, Shepherdsville, Kentucky to the late Vernon and Hazel (Snawder) Weird. In addition to his parents, Vernon is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Grissett.Left to cherish his...

Margaret (Burnett) Payne

Margaret (Burnett) Payne

Jan 1, 2020

Margaret (Burnett) Payne, 93, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Margaret was a very devoted wife and mother. She was a hard worker who made delicious desserts and had a passion for quilting. Margaret was a long-time member of Tunnel Hill Christian Church in Edwardsville.She was born on April 22, 1926, in Barbourville, Kentucky, to the...

Frances Blanchard

Frances Blanchard

Jan 1, 2020

Frances "Sidney" Blanchard, age 97 of Louisville, passes away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Friendship Health and Rehab. Sidney attended Anchorage School and upon graduation attended the University of Louisville. After one year at the University of Louisville, she joined the Army and served during World War II as a Tech Sargent. Upon completion of Military Service she attended...

Bernadette Mills

Bernadette Mills

Dec 31, 2019

Bernadette Mills, 67, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Bernadette worked for UPS for 22 years and just retired. She enjoyed spending time with family and especially her grandchildren. Bernadette was a member of Cornerstone Community Church. She was born on October 19, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky to Aaron and Ann (Woods) Duke. She is preceded...

Donald L. Summers

Donald L. Summers

Dec 31, 2019

Don Summers, 83, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019, at his home with his family by his side. Don was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion Post 42 and the Hobart Beach VFW Post 1693. He was a 50+-year-member of the New Albany Masonic Lodge and the Floyds...

Marilyn A. Vanmetre

Marilyn A. Vanmetre

Dec 31, 2019

Marilyn A. VanMetre, age 65 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Marilyn attended St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church and retired from the old Hungry Pelican at Goose Creek Road. She loved to bowl at Lyndon Lane Bowling, loved Bingo and was a dedicated University of Kentucky basketball fan. She was preceded in death by her father, Oscar Franklin...

Larry Kizer

Larry Kizer

Dec 31, 2019

Larry Kizer, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. Larry was an Impoundment Officer with the Louisville Metro Police Department for over 18 years. He loved his beloved cats, Casper and Little Man, and his beloved dog Dixie. Larry was always known for feeding and helping the cats in the Impound Yard. He enjoyed bike riding,...

Carol L. Nalley

Carol L. Nalley

Dec 31, 2019

Carol L. Nalley, 76, was called home to the Lord on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. She was born on December 18, 1943 to the late Daniel and Alma (Beck) Vermillion.She was a beloved Mother and Grandmother and a lifelong Restaurant owner and manager, well known for her excellent cooking and her homemade pies.She is survived by her ex-husband and lifelong...

Stewart Ken Dodge

Stewart Ken Dodge

Dec 30, 2019

Stewart Ken Dodge, 66, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019, at his home peacefully with his family by his side. Stewart retired in 2009 from Rohm and Haas of Kentucky and was a life-time member of the NRA. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener, and an environmentalist.He was born on December 22, 1953, in...

Elva Glanz

Elva Glanz

Dec 30, 2019

Elva Louise Glanz, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019. She was born on June 21, 1928 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles and Eleanor (Scott) Jackson. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, C.W. "Jim" Glanz and sister Eileen Jackson.Elva was a lifelong member of Middletown United Methodist Church,...

Jerry Allen Mcelroy

Jerry Allen Mcelroy

Dec 29, 2019

Jerry A. McElroy, 71, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. He was born on March 14, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky to Moses and Mary (Kennedy) McElroy. Jerry honorably served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a carpenter at heart, and loved to restore furniture. He also enjoyed drawing, traveling, and staying busy....

Jamesetta Deborah Girton

Jamesetta Deborah Girton

Dec 29, 2019

Jamesetta Deborah (Livers) Girton, 84 born May 3, 1935 to the late James Livers and Alvia Cooper. She was adopted by the late Joesph and Reverend Lucy Curtin following the death of her mother. She was preceded in death by her Parents both natural and adopted and her daughter Elizabeth Eugenia Garnett. She sweetly departed this life to be with...

Gus D Burris

Gus D Burris

Dec 29, 2019

Gus D. Burris, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. Gus was an avid mechanic who loved working on cars. He enjoyed playing cards, and playing pool.He was born on December 9, 1950 in Louisville, Kentucky to Gus Burris and Susie Rucker. He is preceded in death by his Parents, Brother, William Rucker, and Sister, Delores...

Wanda Mae Devers

Wanda Mae Devers

Dec 29, 2019

Wanda Mae Devers , 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. Wanda loved her family and was very devoted to her church family and Lord. She served as the church secretary at South Jefferson Christian Church for over 32 years. Wanda enjoyed her arts and crafts and playing Bingo with her friends and family. She was...

Cynthia Louise (Bragg) Grimes

Cynthia Louise (Bragg) Grimes

Dec 29, 2019

Cynthia Louise (Bragg) Grimes, 45, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019. She was an avid animal lover and enjoyed traveling. Cindy also liked to cook and listen to all types of music.She was born on August 29, 1974, in Anaheim, California. Cindy is survived by her parents, Vicki (Hogan) Cates and Stephen Bragg (Eliza); sisters, Angie...

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