Obituaries
Leo William Wolfe
Nov 11, 2018
Leo William Wolfe, 90, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 11, 2018. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus 1221 Cardinal Ritter Council, Bonnie Sloan American Legion, and the Floyds Knobs Community Club. Leo was known as a hard worker and loved spending time with his family, traveling, and...
Mary Plymale Garst
Nov 10, 2018
Mary Plymale Garst, 101, of Prospect, KY, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018. She was born April 7, 1917, in Kenova, West Virginia to the late William Plymale and Leah Malcolm Plymale. Mary graduated from Marshall University and taught home economics until she became a mother and homemaker.She is survived by her two sons, Edwin Garst (Karen), and Daniel...
Shirley Jean Mumphrey
Nov 10, 2018
Shirley Jean Mumphrey, age 76 of Louisville, was called home to her heavenly father on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Shirley was born into the union of the late George W. Blade and Mamie Bell Wayne Blade on February 16, 1942 in Eminence, Kentucky. Shirley confessed her faith in Christ at an early age and was an active member of her...
Ronald Edward Morris
Nov 10, 2018
Ronald Edward Morris, age 72 of Shepherdsville, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018. He was a Navy Veteran and a retired Electrical Journeyman. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Ann Morris; and his parents, Edward and Virginia Wallace Morris.Ron is survived by his son, Greg Morris, Erika Morris and his grandkids , Larissa and Jett, and his...
Rashaun L Shelby
Nov 9, 2018
Rashaun L. "Famo" Shelby was born on May 21, 1977 in Louisville, KY to the late Frank Blackmon & Renee Shelby. He departed this life on November 9, 2018. He is preceded in death by his father.Rashaun accepted Christ as his Savior at early age and was baptized at the Church of Our Merciful Savior.He was educated in the Louisville...
Sandra J Lawless
Nov 9, 2018
Sandra J. Lawless, 65, of Louisville, KY passed away peacefully on November 9, 2018. Sandra was born on May 31, 1953, to the late James J. Lawless and Catherine E. (Wernert) Lawless.She was also preceded in death by her parents. Sandra is survived by her loving daughters, Tamara M. Smith and Sandra R. (Hogue) Roland; sibling Kyran J. Lawless; Niece...
William Bernard Meisner
Nov 9, 2018
William Bernard Meisner, 85, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2018. He was a United States Army veteran and spent a career that spanned many decades in management at both A&P Grocery and Sears. Bill enjoyed helping others and loved working out in his yard. He was a member of both St. Augustine Catholic Church and St....
Joseph M. Weaver
Nov 9, 2018
Joseph M. "Peanut" Weaver, age 55, of Simpsonville, KY, passed away Friday, November 9, 2018 at his home. Joe was a committed follower of Christ. He cherished his family and proudly pursued his best friend and wife, Julie of 35 years, 'til his last breath! Joe never met a stranger or a meal he'd pass up! He dreamed big...especially when...
James Bruce Lawson
Nov 9, 2018
On Friday, November 9, 2018, James Bruce "Jim" Lawson, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at age 61. Jim was born on November 6, 1957 to Dr. and Mrs. George M. Lawson. He graduated from Ballard High School in Louisville. On November 22, 1985 married the love of his life, Mary Margaret "Molly" McCulloch. They raised two sons, Bruce...
Carl Ray Lindeman
Nov 9, 2018
Carl Ray Lindeman, age 78 of Louisville, passed away Friday, November 9, 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor Degree from the University of Louisville and in addition, 42 hours of Law School. Carl Ray was Captain with the Louisville Police Department, retiring after 27 years of service. He was also a member of Swigart Masonic Lodge #218 F&AM, the Elks...
Robert Dupont
Nov 8, 2018
Robert "Bob" DuPont, 67, of Brandenburg, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018. Robert was Marine and served in Vietnam.He was born on November 29, 1950 in Karlsruhe-Durlach, Germany, to Raymond and Elizabeth DuPont. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his Stepfather, Albert F. Velleco, his brother, Raymond W. DuPont.Robert is survived by his Sons, Robert...
Helen Ruth (Rothrock) Sparks
Nov 8, 2018
Helen Ruth (Rothrock) Sparks, 85, of Clarksville, Indiana, peacefully passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Traditions at Hunter Station in Sellersburg, Indiana. She was surrounded by her family who dearly loved and cherished her and by the supportive, compassionate staff who helped care for her.She was born June 16, 1933, in Depauw, Indiana, to the late Earl and Lola...
William Carl Hardin
Nov 8, 2018
William Carl "Bill" Hardin, 84, passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018. He was a long-time member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church and the Laborers International Union #795. Bill worked for L. Thorn Company for 30 years until his retirement. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army who served in Korea.He was born on February...
Jane Ann Bruce
Nov 8, 2018
Jane Ann Bruce, age 69 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018. In her last days, Jane was such a positive person. She refused to believe that her situation was so serious. Her attitude was so strong that it gave the rest of us a feeling of hope. But of course, her condition was serious and we finally lost...
Roy William Nett, Sr.
Nov 7, 2018
Roy William Nett, Sr., 78, passed away Wednesday morning November 7, 2018. A 1958 graduate of St. Xavier High School in Louisville and a 1962 graduate of the University of Louisville, he was a member of the American Society of CPAs, a founding member of the Ogle Foundation, a former President of the Board of the West Clark Community Schools...
Betty N. Moore
Nov 7, 2018
Betty N. Moore, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018. She was born on December 29, 1929 in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky to Luther and Maude (Loney) Hall. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, John W. Moore.She is survived by her son, Donald Glen (Sarah) Jones, son, John David (Dorothy J.) Moore, 3...
Steven Bruce Stilger
Nov 7, 2018
Steven Bruce Stilger, 62, passed away on November 7, 2018. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage and working in his garden. Steven loved spending time with his family and making them laugh.He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Patsy Stilger.Steven is survived by his children, Zachary Stilger and Olivia (Jared) Housier; his life partner and caregiver, Tanya...
Franklin "Knockie" Gray, Jr.
Nov 6, 2018
Franklin "Knockie" Gray Jr., 52, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. He was born on May 1, 1966 in Louisville to Franklin, Sr. and Elizabeth Gray. He was a fun loving person who was actively involved at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church. He enjoyed working with the youth at his church. Knockie also loved to cook. He...
Mark S. Corum Sr.
Nov 6, 2018
Mark S. Corum Sr., 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. He was born on January 16, 1958 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Betty (Leasor) Corum. Mark worked for over 25 years at Kitchen Kompact in Jeffersonville. He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and his dog, Tucker. Mark was a jokester who was always...
Victor L. Smith
Nov 6, 2018
Victor L. Smith, age 88, entered eternal rest on November 6, 2018.Victor was born and grew up in Fort Wayne, IN, where he enjoyed spending time with family and cousins. As a clever and mischievous child, he told many stories of his adventures. He was generous and warm-hearted and gave to many charities. Victor loved challenges and games. Many a...
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