Obituaries
Kathy Telecia White
Feb 8, 2018
Kathy Telecia White, 64, passed away on February 8, 2018. She loved visiting her family and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Charlotte Williams and sister, Sheila Harris.Kathy is survived by her children, Jeff Leezer and Stefanie Leezer-Windell; grandchildren, Noah Windell and Jonah Windell; sister, Theresa (Bob) Driver, 8 nieces and her fur-babies, Riley and Max.Visitation will...
Linda Charlene (Jones) Baker
Feb 7, 2018
Linda Charlene (Jones) Baker, 63, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. She enjoyed playing bingo, as well as spending time with her family. Linda carried with her a contagious smile and was always concerned about others. She always wanted to make sure that everyone was okay.She was born on December 26, 1954, in New Albany...
Charles William Banet
Feb 7, 2018
Charles William Banet, 98, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. He was a United States Air Force veteran that proudly served his country during WWII. Charles was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in New Albany. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.He was born on December 21, 1919, in Floyds...
Leroy Powell
Feb 7, 2018
Leroy Powell, 79, passed away on February 7, 2018. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed going to Knob Creek Shooting Range. Leroy was the Kentucky and Indiana Long Rifle champion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Mamie Powell; brother, Wendell Powell.Leroy is survived by his daughter, Rena Huff; 2 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; brothers, Lannie (Carol)...
Ray Tackett
Feb 7, 2018
Benjamin Ray Tackett born in Matewan West Virginia on April 23, 1924 passed away February 7 , 2018 after a short unexpected illness. Ray was superintendent at Ohio Valley aluminum for 30 yrs and at Meijers on Westport road after retirement for 10 yrs. He was a member of Shelbyville Christian Church. He leaves behind his wife of 58 years...
Hazel Wickett
Feb 7, 2018
Hazel Wickett, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on February 7, 2018. She retired from Highlands Baptist Hospital as the head dietitian and was a member of Walnut Street Baptist Church. She was born on July 19, 1930 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Robert and Maude (Sale) Yankey. She was also preceded in death by her husband William Wickett,...
James Parker Taylor
Feb 7, 2018
James Parker Taylor, 92, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, American Legion Post 28, and the VFW Post 1693, all in New Albany.He was born on August 8, 1925, in Somerset, Kentucky, to the late Oswyn and Annie (Trimble) Taylor. Jim was also...
James Richardson
Feb 6, 2018
Elder James Richardson, age 66 years old, left us suddenly on February 6, 2018 at Norton's Hospital, after falling ill in December.He was born December 28, 1951 in Pensacola, Florida to Mrs. Hattie Marshal Richardson. Most of his childhood was spent in Pensacola where he attended school and graduate from Pensacola High School in 1970. After graduating he enlisted in...
Hanley H. Taylor
Feb 6, 2018
Hanley H. Taylor, 85, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Hanley was a graduate of New Albany High School, a U.S. Army Korean War veteran, and a retired truck driver and member of the Teamsters Local 89. He enjoyed country music and watching the UK Wildcats.Hanley was born on August 31, 1932, in Lancaster, Kentucky, to...
David Edwin Hummel
Feb 6, 2018
David Edwin Hummel, 70, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. He had a love for nature and a passion for all types of music, especially jazz. David enjoyed traveling and played various musical instruments. He was born on July 21, 1947 in Reading, Pennsylvania to the late Stuart and Mary Rose (Fackler) Hummel. David is...
Rebecca M. Johnson
Feb 6, 2018
Rebecca Marie "Becky" Johnson, 19, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. She was a 2016 graduate of New Albany High School and was in her second year of college at Indiana University Southeast. Becky was a member of Christ's Community Church of the Nazarene and a past member of the Floyd County Youth Symphony. Becky...
Ronald E. Stearley
Feb 6, 2018
Ronald E. Stearley, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on February 6, 2018. Ronald was born on November 25, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Kenneth Stearley and Violet (Baxley) Corn.In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Stearley; sisters, Wanda Belviy and Judith Hughes.Ronald is survived by his sisters, Linda (Robert)...
Tonya Lynn Dunn
Feb 6, 2018
Tonya Lynn Dunn, 51, of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on September 18, 1966 to the late David Dunn and Marcella Sparks. She took great pride in all of her grandchildren.Tonya is survived by her children, Tommy (Elizabeth Shofner) Dunn, Micheal Dunn and Amber Jesse; grandchildren, Tommy Jr., Aubrie and Aaliyah;...
Joseph W. Mullins
Feb 6, 2018
Joseph Mullins , 86, of Falls Of Rough, Kentucky passed away on February 6, 2018.Joseph was born on May 14, 1931, Phillipsburg, Kentucky to the late Joseph and Catherine (Murphy) Mullins. Joseph is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dolores.(Mcgrew) Mullins; sons, Greg Mullins and Joseph M Mullins; grandchildren, Shane Mullins, Jason Mullins, Kimberly Ambersold, Jennifer Riley, Evan Mullins...
Winifred E. (Balcom) Liddle
Feb 6, 2018
Winifred E. "Winnie" (Balcom) Liddle, 91, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Winnie enjoyed her involvement in Community Bible Study. She was a long-time member of Northside Christian Church where she also volunteered her time in the Children's Ministry.She was born on December 29, 1926, in Bayonne City, New Jersey, to the late Frederick and...
Donald Edward Mccubbin
Feb 6, 2018
Donald Edward McCubbin, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at his home. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on May 19, 1935 to the late Frank and Evelyn McCubbin. Donald served in the Army National Guard of the United States and was a retired inspector for General Electric. He was a devoted Christian, Deacon and...
Leisa Calloway
Feb 5, 2018
Leisa Kay Calloway, 53, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on February 5, 2018. She was born on March 6, 1964 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Sue Calloway. Leisa was raised in the east end of Louisville and attended Barret Jr. High School and Atherton High School. She is survived by her son, Alexander Calloway of Louisville, Kentucky, and cousins...
Scott L Robinson
Feb 5, 2018
Scott L. Robinson , 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on February 5, 2018 surrounded by his family after a long battle with Parkinson's. He retired from the Jefferson County Police Department after more than 25 years of service. Scott was born on June 23, 1945 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Russell and Carolyne (Fereday) Robinson. He was also...
James Vincent Pafundi, Sr.
Feb 5, 2018
James Vincent Pafundi Sr., 68, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on February 5, 2018. Jimmy (Uncle Lou) was born on February 10, 1949 in Long Island, New York to the late Frank and Mildred (Falcone) Pafundi. Our dad was a hard working, fun, smart & loving man. Was a jokester and was great at making fun of situations. He never...
Jesman Gant
Feb 4, 2018
Jesman "J.J." Gant was born to Kevin Booker and the late Sonia Y. Gant on March 18, 1988. He went home to his maker on February 4, 2018. He was full of life and love and never met a stranger. He was a huge Kentucky Wildcat fan, hence his favorite color blue. He leaves behind his wife, Samantha Gant, five...
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