Obituaries
Loraine W. Macy
Nov 23, 2024
Loraine W. Macy, 95, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Westport Place.
Loraine was a graduate of Shawnee High School. She married David Macy on February 18, 1956 in Louisville. She retired from South Central Bell after 30 years. She was a charter member of Woodland Baptist Church.
Loraine was born in Irvine Kentucky to the late...
Emma Christina Lavely
Nov 23, 2024
Emma Christina Lavely (nee Rodriguez Fernandez) passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 23, 2024. She was born in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico on November 28, 1929. She was one of five children born to Emma Fernandez de Fernandez and Jose Rodriguez Villarreal. Christina grew up mainly in Saltillo, but also lived in Monterrey, Mexico for 10 years. Her children...
Alan John O'Neil
Nov 22, 2024
Alan John O'Neil, 59, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Alan was a loving and devoted father and Papaw. He was a dedicated nurse who will be remembered for his strong work ethic and passion for caring for others. Alan was an avid Kentucky basketball fan. Most importantly, he cherished his family and the memories they...
Patrick Timothy "Tim" Spencer
Nov 22, 2024
Patrick Timothy "Tim" Spencer, 64, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Tim was a loving and devoted husband, father and Papaw. He enjoyed spending time with his family and making memories with his grandchildren. Tim will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
He was born on January 22, 1960 in Louisville,...
Lavada Bennett
Nov 22, 2024
Lavada "Joyce" Bennett, 79, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Lavada was a loving wife, mom, mimi, sister, aunt, and friend. Her passion in life was playing/teaching piano and singing for Jesus. Her life revolved around her family and her faith. She was a member of Community General Baptist Church where she was the piano player....
Joseph Keith Lush, Sr.
Nov 22, 2024
Joseph Keith Lush, Sr., 68, of Custer, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024.
He was born on April 7, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Catherine (Grant) Lush. He is preceded in death by his father, James E. Lush; mother, Catherine E. Lush; and wife, Shirley Lush.
Joseph is survived by his loving family, son, Joseph Keith (Misty) Lush,...
Jerry Hamblen
Nov 22, 2024
Jerry Hamblen, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024.
He was born on June 15, 1952 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Robert Fleming and Corrine Hamblen. He is also preceded in death by his two brothers, Larry Hamblen and Corneliun "Corky" Hamblen and three sisters, Rhonda Miller, Luevenia White and Rose Marie Logan.
Jerry was a 1970...
Lacey Danielle Moon
Nov 22, 2024
Lacey Danielle Moon, 32, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Lacey was a beautiful person inside and out. She had an impact on so many lives. She was a loyal soul. She fought hard and loved harder. Sometimes we are given roads that come with many road blocks and one way streets but, Lacey seems to...
Darlene S. Simpson
Nov 22, 2024
Darlene S. Simpson, 65, of Beaver Dam, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Darlene was free spirited, loving, funny, and always had a smile on her face. She loved everyone, especially her grandchildren. She loved being at home watching her favorite TV shows. She was a true hippie at heart, always putting up peace signs, listening to Tom...
Linda D. Marshall
Nov 22, 2024
Linda D. Marshall, 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. A devoted wife, mother, and homemaker, Linda held her faith and family close to her heart. Known for her louder than life personality, she brought joy, laughter, and music into the lives of everyone who knew her. Her spirit and lively presence will be deeply missed...
Mary Marie Mouser
Nov 22, 2024
Mary Marie Mouser, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her family, graced this world with her presence on December 22, 1935. After nearly ninety years of a life well-lived, she departed on November 22, 2024, leaving behind a kaleidoscope of memories that will forever warm the hearts of those who knew her.
Mary was not just a mother; she was...
Herman M. Wright
Nov 22, 2024
Herman M. Wright, born on September 23, 1932, in Georgetown, Indiana, had a servant's heart and lived a life that was a testament to faith and love. He went to be with the Lord on November 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy enriched by his devotion to family, commitment to ministry, and passion for sports.
A proud veteran of the United...
Ryan Thomas Vasut
Nov 22, 2024
“You make known to me the path of life: in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:11
Ryan Vasut, 43, passed away on Friday, November 22nd after a year-long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his wife, children, and close friends when his faith became sight.
Born in St. Joseph, Missouri to...
John D. Chalek
Nov 22, 2024
John Dmitri Chalek Jr. passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024. Born on March 7, 1942, in Chicago, IL, John spent his childhood living in Illinois, Indiana, West Virginia, and Ohio. After an attempt at college that proved unfulfilling, John joined the Army at the onset of the Vietnam War. Although he trained to become a helicopter pilot, a medical...
James Richard Hikes
Nov 22, 2024
James Richard Hikes, a beloved soul known for his warmth and kindness, passed peacefully on November 22 2024, in Louisville, KY, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 25, 1955, in Louisville, James was a proud graduate of Dupont Manual High School. He dedicated a portion of his life to his career at General Electric, where he worked diligently...
Blanche Brackens
Nov 22, 2024
Blanche Brackens, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving husband, Odell Brackens, Jr., and family members who cherished the time they spent together. She was born on October 16, 1951, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, love and dedication to those around her.
Blanche and Odell shared an extraordinary bond, a partnership that...
Margaret K. Haddox
Nov 21, 2024
Margaret K. Haddox, age 79, of Lebanon Junction, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on November 21 ,2024. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, whose family was her greatest joy. Margaret's life was a testament to hard work and dedication, culminating in her retirement from the Galt House after many fulfilling years.
Known for her warm spirit, Margaret enjoyed...
Bernice B. Hunter
Nov 21, 2024
Bernice Boxley Hunter, a cherished spirit of Louisville, Kentucky, peacefully departed this life on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the remarkable age of 91.
Born on April 30, 1933, in Covington, Virginia, Bernice was the beloved daughter of Willie and Carrie (Grant) Boxley. She was preceded in death by her stepmother Nancy Boxley, her devoted husband, Moses P. Hunter, as well...
William L. Helm
Nov 21, 2024
William L. Helm, a devoted father, loving grandfather, compassionate brother, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on November 21,2024, in Louisville, KY, with his loving family by his side. Born on September 6, 1946, in Louisville, William was a proud graduate of Lincoln Institution, a milestone that laid the foundation for a life dedicated to hard work and family values.
For...
Alice Carpenter
Nov 21, 2024
Alice "Mae" Marie Carpenter, age 90 of Louisville Kentucky passed away peacefully where she resided at Richwood Nursing & Rehab in Lagrange Kentucky. She was a life member of VFW (Middletown), American Legion Auxiliary (St Matthews) and retired from Jefferson County Public Schools as a Food Service Cafeteria worker (Middletown Elementary). Alice was widowed at 43 who preceded her in...
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