Obituaries
Phyllis C. Alderdice, Ph.D.
Sep 8, 2019
Phyllis Craig Alderdice, Ph.D., age 83, transitioned this life on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Dr. Alderdice was born on November 15, 1935 to the late John Porter and Miriam Wells Craig in Robertson County, Kentucky. She was educated at Deming High School and received a BS and MA from the University of Kentucky and a Ph.D. from Indiana University. Dr....
Barbara J Burgin
Sep 8, 2019
Barbara Janice Burgin, age 90 of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2019. She was born on August 10, 1929 in Greensburg, Kentucky to the late Delker and Icie (Milby) Thompson. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Alvin "Butch" Burgin. Barbara is survived by her children, Steve Burgin, Gaye Burgin Kay and Markeeta Burgin; nine...
Cristina Maria Foster
Sep 7, 2019
Cristina Maria Foster, 39, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019. She was born on October 19, 1979, in New Albany, Indiana. Cristina enjoyed camping, had a love for animals, and her favorite color was black. She worked at the Jeffersonville Contact Center for the Census Bureau since 2015. Everyone will remember her for her deep...
Marsha Taylor Meyer
Sep 7, 2019
Marsha Taylor Meyer, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019. She was born on September 24, 1955 in Owensboro, Kentucky to Ronda and Norma (Scherer) Taylor. She was a graduate of OHS and Murray State University. Marsha worked for over 30 years in the field of geology and as a science teacher before that. She is...
Barbara Jean (Mallory) Goodfleisch
Sep 7, 2019
Barbara Jean (Mallory) Goodfleisch, 79, of Taswell, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019. Barbara retired from RCA, which later became General Electric, where she worked as a bookkeeper.She was born on October 12, 1939, in Drakesboro, Kentucky, to the late Irvin and Elizabeth (Wilkins) Mallory. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, John...
Jasmine R. Mcnew
Sep 6, 2019
Jasmine R. (Duncan) McNew, 20, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. Jasmine loved Culinary Arts, especially baking. She loved music, especially playing her cello, drawing, and being with her daughters, Emma and Mattie.She was born on March 16, 1999, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, to Steven Trusty and Brandy (Duncan) Fogg. She is preceded in death by...
Lenesse Moore
Sep 6, 2019
Lenesse Moore , 87, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. Lenesse worked for Ford Motor Company and later was a cook at the Methodist Hospital for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star, and Nurses Guild at Von Spiegel Baptist Church. Lenesse loved to dance, and play softball.She was born on December 19,...
Brent Scott Fenwick
Sep 6, 2019
Brent Scott Fenwick, 42, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019, from injuries sustained in a car accident on August 28. Brent's family and many, many friends will miss him greatly.He is survived by his loving daughters, Kiersten Fenwick and Maryssa Fenwick; parents, Ruthie and Randy Fenwick; brother, Keith (Mariann) Fenwick; niece, Gillian Fenwick; and uncles,...
William Joseph Lord
Sep 6, 2019
William Joseph "B.J." Lord, 40, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. B.J. raced Figure 8 at Louisville Motor Speedway and Sportsdrome Speedway.He was born on February 3, 1979 in Louisville, Kentucky to Joseph and Joyce Lord. He is preceded in death by his Parents.B.J. is survived by his loving Spouse, Mistie G. Lord, Son, Robert J....
Billy D. Thompson
Sep 6, 2019
Billy D. Thompson, 83, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019. Billy grew up in Macon, Illinois where he graduated from Macon High School in 1955. He retired from Kyle Railroad after more than 30 years of service. Billy was a faithful believer who served as a minister in the Baptist church for nearly 50 years. He...
Robert Joe Cottrell
Sep 5, 2019
Robert Joe Cottrell, 89, of La Grange, Kentucky passed away on September 5, 2019. Robert served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He retired from International Harvester. He enjoyed lathe craftsmanship, welding and creative fabrications. Robert was born on September 4, 1930 in Sonora, Kentucky to the late Dewey Cottrell and Hattie Puckett Gruner. He is also preceded...
Dennis Mearl Upton
Sep 5, 2019
Dennis Mearl Upton, 60, of Louisville, Kentucky left our world on September 5, 2019 due to complications from a stroke. He was commonly known as "Big D" and "Big Daddy" to all that knew and loved him. Dennis was born on August 8, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Albert and Betsy Upton. He was also preceded in death...
Loretta Reed Goins
Sep 5, 2019
Loretta Reed Goins , 71, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away at home on Thursday, September 5, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.She was born on December 29, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky to Patrick and Margaret Sheffield. She is preceded in death by her parents, Brothers: Donald Sheffield, Earl Sheffield, Harry Sheffield, and Jim Sheffield, Sisters: Margaret Ann Gerstner, Rosalee Shirley,...
Louis Henry O'Bryan, Jr.
Sep 5, 2019
Louis H. O'Bryan, Jr., 87, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2019. He was born on August 3, 1932 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Louis, Sr., and Elizabeth (Payne) O'Bryan. He is also preceded in death by his siblings Mary Ann Humbert, Margaret Frymire, Lorene King and Joan McCann. Lou retired in 1988 from Fort Knox...
Rosella Reeves
Sep 4, 2019
Rosella Reeves, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. She was born on June 10, 1939 in Green County, Kentucky to the late Harry and Beatrice (Scott) Reeves. Rosella was a lifelong teacher with JCPS and retired from Norton Elementary School. She is survived by her sister, Joan Reeves McClarty, nephew David W. McClarty, nieces Kyle...
Garnette E. (Jones) Applegate
Sep 4, 2019
Garnette Ellis (Jones) Applegate, 89, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Garnette was a member of the Faith Community Church and loved square dancing, going to different church activities, and being with her family.She was born on December 13, 1929, in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, to the late David and Ethel (McMahan) Jones. Along with her parents,...
William Payton
Sep 4, 2019
William "Shorty" Payton, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. He was born on August 6, 1937 in Louisville, Kentucky to Huett and Elsie (Snellen) Payton. He attended Ormsby Heights Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, Louise Smith, Eunice Mann, Patsy Richey, Letha Metcalf, Freda Payton.He is survived by his...
Paul Stewart Sr
Sep 4, 2019
Paul Anthony Stewart, Sr., 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Paul retired from West Chestnut Street Baptist Church. And he was member of the Magazine Street 7th Day Advents Church, and Emma L. Minnice Alumni. Paul was a 32nd degree Mason. He enjoyed watching Cowboy and Western Movies. Paul was an avid University of Louisville...
Charles L. Newman
Sep 4, 2019
Dr. Charles L. Newman, age 92 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Noted criminologist and author, former University of Louisville professor, devoted husband of Della Scott Newman, member of Southeast Christian Church. Boxing as a sparring partner for Frank Sinatra in his youth, and service in the Pacific during World War 2 contributed to his grit and...
Alma M. Crum
Sep 4, 2019
Alma M. Crum, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. She was born on October 1, 1938 in Rothemburg, Germany to the late Robert and Helina (Hiller) Mueller. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Howard Crum, sons William J. Gernert III, Barry Gernert, brother Arnold Mueller and step-son Mike Crum. Alma retired from...
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