Obituaries
Pearl Henderson
Aug 16, 2019
Pearl Lawson Henderson, age 96 of Louisville, passed away Friday, August 16, 2019 at her home. Pearl was born March 15, 1923 to the late William D. and Florence McKane Lawson. Pearl confessed her Faith in Christ an early age and was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church, Eminence. She served in many capacities including as a member of...
George G. Bowe, Jr.
Aug 15, 2019
George G. Bowe, Jr., 66, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019. George was a "free-spirited" man who loved cars, Harley Davidson motorcycles, music, and all animals. He will be remembered as a very supportive and loving man to his family.He was born on September 19, 1952, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late George, Sr., and...
Jay Douglas Stiles
Aug 15, 2019
Jay Douglas Stiles, 59, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019. Jay served as a Chief Engineer for the Merchant Marines for 35 years. He loved being outdoors, especially camping and hunting deer and squirrels. Jay is survived by his loving partner, Patricia Smith and their faithful furry companion, Maggie; parents, Melvin and Nadine Stiles; brothers,...
Mickey Lucas
Aug 15, 2019
Mickey Louise Lucas , 76, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019. Mickey worked for the GE Assembly Line. She was an avid card and Bingo player. She was a mother to many people, and a caretaker for many animals over the years. She was born on March 24, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to Walter and Ethel...
Henry Eskridge, Jr.
Aug 14, 2019
Henry "Pop" Eskridge, Jr., 82, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. After 42 years of service, he retired from General Mills. Pop loved his Savior, Jesus, his family and friends, his puppy Candy, and riding his motorcycle.He was born on November 19, 1936, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Henry and Lue (Lovett) Eskridge. Along with...
Jessica Dawn Zizzo
Aug 14, 2019
Jessica Dawn Zizzo, 44, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.She was born on December 31, 1974 in Louisville, Kentucky. Jessica was a Social Worker at Family Health Center. She earned her Masters from University of Louisville. Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Ashley M Zizzo, son, Alex R. Zizzo, mother, Georgia A Carman,...
Velma Mae Smith
Aug 14, 2019
Velma Mae Smith, 90 of Miami, Florida, formerly of Louisville, KY passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Velma retired after working over 30 years with Phillip Morris Inc. She was a member of Burnett Ave Baptist Church. She was an avid cook, and loved to entertain family and friends.Velma was born on January 29, 1929 in, Greensboro, Alabama to...
Patricia Ann Wilson
Aug 14, 2019
Patricia A. "Patsy" Wilson , 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Patricia loved to work in her flower beds and was an avid pool player. She retired from Ford Motor Company and was a member of the United Auto Workers Local 862. She was born on August 23, 1955 in Louisville, Kentucky to Harold and...
Roger Dale Smith
Aug 14, 2019
Roger Dale Smith, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Roger proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. Roger loved music. He loved playing his guitars, and listening to the music of Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and The Beach Boys. He also loved fishing and Labrador Retrievers.He was born on...
Ned Mason, Jr.
Aug 14, 2019
Ned Mason, Jr., 72, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles, watching old westerns, and also building things and spending time with his grandchildren.He was born on June 14, 1947, in Pineville, Kentucky, to the late Ned, Sr., and Alta (Collins) Mason. Ned was also preceded in death by his wife,...
Robert Vincent Bishop, Sr.
Aug 14, 2019
Robert Vincent Bishop, Sr., 89, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019. He was born on May 6, 1930 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Robert Miles and Margaret (Board) Bishop. He is also preceded in death by his sons Benjamin Bishop, William Christopher Bishop and siblings Rosemary Scheu and Roberta Bishop. Bob was a General Sales...
Mike Henson
Aug 13, 2019
Mike Henson, 62, of Bagdad, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019. Mike served and retired from United States Marine Corps. He was born on August 1, 1957 in St. Louis, Missouri to Eugene and Elsie (Slayton) Henson. He is preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Henson.Mike is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Brenda Henson,...
Cleta Jane (Beard) Holman
Aug 13, 2019
Cleta Jane (Beard) Holman, 83, of Otisco, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019.She was born on April 13, 1936, in Pangburn, Arkansas, to the late Jesse and Beatrice (Chandler) Beard. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings.Cleta is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Rudy W. Holman; children, Cheryle (Mike) Gherman,...
Marietta D. Vincent
Aug 12, 2019
Marietta D. Vincent , 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. She was born on December 10, 1937 in Sweden, Kentucky to Lee and Dalcie (Meredith) Chambers. She was a beautician for over 40 years and was a member of Grace Crossing Church. She made the best Chocolate Health cake, Dump cake, and Chicken & Dumplings....
Leonard Scarlott
Aug 12, 2019
Leonard "Lennie" Scarlott, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. Lennie was retired from LG&E. He was an avid fisherman and UK Sports Fan. Lennie served in the United States Navy.He was born on November 18, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to John and Wanda (Tillman) Scarlott. He is preceded in death by his parents.Lennie is survived...
Samantha Eilean Hines
Aug 12, 2019
Samantha Eilean Hines, 20, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019. She was a free spirit that always marched to the beat of her own drum. Samantha loved her role as big sister and always maintained a special relationship with her grandparents, aunts, and uncles. She attended South Haven Christian School, and Portage and Henryville High Schools....
William H. "Bill" Cooper
Aug 11, 2019
William H. "Bill" Cooper, Ret. 1st Sgt., 87, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019. Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a former employee of Dispenser's Optical, Harley Davidson of Louisville, Cycles Unlimited, Car Guys, and a limo driver. Bill was also a member of Screaming Eagles Motorcycle Club. He was born...
Bettie Finneran
Aug 11, 2019
Bettie Finneran of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. She was born on March 12, 1924 in Versailles, Kentucky to Wallace and Nellie Blackburn. Bettie graduated from Versailles High School and retired from the Veterans Administration in Louisville. She was an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan. Bettie was a fun loving person...
Kazimiera "Kay" Lichwa
Aug 11, 2019
Kazimiera "Kay" Lichwa , 94, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019.Kay was born on July 10, 1925 in Poland. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Lichwa, Sr., sons; Tom Lichwa, and Tony Lichwa; daughter, Josephine Lichwa, grandchild, David Stoker.Kay is survived by daughter, Kathy Stoker, son, Walter J. Lichwa, son, John Lichwa, Jr.,...
James "Ronny" Nichols
Aug 11, 2019
James "Ronny" Nichols, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019. He was born on June 6, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Winnie (Linehan) Nichols. He worked as a Maintenance Technician for WhipMix for over 40 years. He was an avid outdoors man and loved hunting, scuba diving, skiing, but most of all he loved...
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