Obituaries
Theodore Rose
Oct 10, 2019
Theodore "Ted" Rose, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019. He is preceded in death by his son, Todd Rose. Ted is survived by his, daughter, Latoya Rose; granddaughters, Tysheana and Anaia, and sisters; Grace Hall and Christine Schultz. His Memorial Service will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, at Canaan Christian Church. To leave a...
Rick Garcia
Oct 10, 2019
Rick Garcia, 52, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Rick was a dedicated heavy machine operator. He enjoyed playing golf, and being at the kids baseball events. Rick loved riding his motorcycle, and enjoyed a good cup of coffee at Christi's and Waffle House. He was a kind person who always would give friendly advice. He...
Mary Elizabeth (Mcalister) Henry
Oct 10, 2019
Mary Elizabeth McAlister Henry, 99, of New Albany, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 10, 2019. She was a strong woman of faith who loved her family dearly. Mary was a member of Calvary Apostolic Church in Jeffersonville.She was born on June 3, 1920, in Scioto County, Ohio, to the late Buford and Elizabeth Dixon McAlister....
Mary M. Gagel
Oct 10, 2019
Mary M. "Maggie" Gagel, age 85 of Louisville, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019. She was a Catholic by faith. Maggie loved playing cards, fishing and recently celebrated her 85th birthday at Horseshoe Casino with her children and two very close friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Mary Thompson; her brother, Darryl Thompson; and her...
Lillian Taylor Gales
Oct 10, 2019
Lillian Taylor Gales, 73, of Pewee Valley, KY passed away on October 10, 2019. Lillian was born on December 17, 1945 in Pewee Valley, KY to the late James Gales, Sr. and Mildred Taylor Gales. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Joe Gales and James Gales, Jr.; sisters, Hannah Durham, Martha Wright and Margaret Gales.Lillian is survived...
Lieutenant Commanderlouis Ortega
Oct 10, 2019
On Thursday, October 10, 2019, Lieutenant Commander Louis Ortega, USN, Ret., loving husband and father of four, passed away at the age of 72 in Louisville, Kentucky.Louis was born March 2, 1947 in McAllen, Texas, to Louis and Hazel Ortega. He graduated from pilot training in 1974 and worked as a naval aviator until his military retirement, after which he...
Donna Faye (Tindle) Dennison
Oct 9, 2019
Donna Faye (Tindle) Dennison, 67, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. She enjoyed making crafts and shooting archery and absolutely adored her dogs. Donna was a faithful member of Borden First Christian Church.She was born on May 15, 1952, in New Albany, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Tindle, Sr.; brother, Donald...
Robert Gene Proffitt
Oct 9, 2019
Robert Gene "Bobby" Proffitt, 75, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. He retired from C. Lee Cook & Dover in Louisville, Kentucky, and enjoyed both gardening and collecting guns.He was born on October 12, 1943, to the late Robert Proffitt and Martha (Messer) Thompson. Bobby was also preceded in death by his wife, Karen (Freeman) Proffitt.Bobby...
Kelli Lynn Billik
Oct 7, 2019
Kelli Lynn Billik, 51, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019. She was born on September 29, 1968 in Columbus, Kentucky to John Redden and Victoria Coomer. Kelli attended and was a member of Calvary Christian Center. She is preceded in death by her Son, Josh Coomer.Kelli is survived by her loving spouse of 32 years, Sharon...
Andrew Masden
Oct 7, 2019
Andrew "Drew" Masden, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019. Andrew was a member of Pleasant View Missionary Baptist Church.He was born on September 19, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky to George and Virginia Masden. He is preceded in death by his Father, George Masden, and Sister, Virginia Estelle Cain.Andrew is survived by his Daughter, Antranete (Alex)...
Thomas A. Rhodes
Oct 6, 2019
Thomas A. Rhodes , 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines, where he was also a Golden Glove. Tommy was a talented and gifted musician and song writer. He traveled extensively playing music, making countless friends along the way. In the beginning of his career he walked...
Daniel Keith Kalchbrenner
Oct 6, 2019
Daniel Keith Kalchbrenner, 39, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. He was born on April 1, 1980, in Louisville, Kentucky.Daniel is survived by his loving parents, Shirley (Jerry) Richardson and William (Sue) Kalchbrenner; sisters, Melissa Collins and Kathryn (Joey) Daniel; step-siblings, Jeffrey (Kristie) Richardson, Kelli (Randy) Baird, and Scott (Season) Seitz; and his nieces and...
William Welsh
Oct 6, 2019
William B. Welsh "Bob", 92, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. He was born on August 8, 1927 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Joseph and Margaret (Krauth) Everslage. He is also preceded in death by sister, Margie Weppler. Bob retired from the former American Standard Corporation as Division Manager of Purchasing; he was employed with...
David Roy Evans
Oct 5, 2019
David Roy Evans, 58, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. He worked as a stone mason and bricklayer and enjoyed playing video games and gambling. He will be remembered as a gentle soul who loved being with his family.He was born on March 1, 1961, in Connersville, Indiana, to the late William H. Evans and Marilyn...
Harold Durham
Oct 5, 2019
Harold "Butch" Durham, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 5, 2019. Butch was born on March 6, 1950 in Englewood, Colorado to the late Harold Edward Durham and Delores Fleischman Durham. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Hank Durham; and brother-in-law, Paul Hollingshead.He served in the US Navy during Vietnam Era, aboard USS New Orleans....
Luther Earl Gardner Jr.
Oct 5, 2019
Luther Earl Gardner Jr., 92, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Luther was a member of First Virginia Ave Missionary Baptist Church. He was a faithful member of "The Brotherhood", and an Usher. He was born on March 14, 1927 in Louisville, Kentucky to Luther and Mary (Cole) Gardner. He is preceded in death by his...
Matthew Joel Proctor Jr.
Oct 5, 2019
Matthew Joel Proctor Jr., 45, of Mauckport, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Matthew was a farmer at heart, and could grow anything, and he loved too. Joel was a hard worker who would give you the shirt off his back without blinking an eye. He loved all his animals, and had the enjoyment of taking care of...
John Robert Simms Sr.
Oct 5, 2019
John Robert "Bob" Simms Sr., 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. John was a member of Teamsters Local 89, owner of Casino Entertainment, a Kentucky Colonel, and author of the book "Beat'em at Their Own Game".Bob was born on September 17, 1938 in Loretto, Kentucky to Joseph Simms and Florene Hardin Simms. He is preceded...
Dennis W. Ballard
Oct 5, 2019
Dennis W. "Hank" Ballard, 72, of English, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. Dennis was a retired NAPD detective after serving our community for almost 40 years.He was born on April 8, 1947, in English, Indiana, to the late Jerry and Geraldine (Brandenburg) Ballard. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Marla K....
Selahattin Adil Okcuoglu
Oct 4, 2019
Selahattin "Selah" Adil Okcuoglu, 93, of Lexington, loving father and grandfather, died peacefully on October 4, 2019. His final days were spent surrounded by family.Selah was born on February 19, 1926, in Ankara, Turkey, to Refik and Zehra Okcuoglu. He grew up in Istanbul with three older siblings, a sister, brother and half-brother. Selah was a five star graduate of...
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