Obituaries
Joyce Mae Rapp
May 1, 2025
Joyce Mae Rapp, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Joyce was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She devoted her life to her family and was loved by all. Joyce spent several years of her life working at Amshoff's kid care where she made an everlasting impact on the children that she...
James "JP" "Redman" Phillips
May 1, 2025
James "JP" "Redman" Phillips, 87, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on May 1, 2025. He was a member of Little Flock Missionary Baptist Church. He was a Central High School graduate class of 1955. JP retired from Henry Vogt Machine Company after 31 years of service. He was Navy veteran who proudly served with his brother, Junie....
William "Billy" Heflin
May 1, 2025
William "Billy" Heflin, age 58, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025.
Billy was a devoted husband, father, son, and papaw, whose love for his family knew no bounds. With a heart full of kindness, generosity and a contagious sense of humor, he brought joy to those around him. For over 30 years, Billy worked as a welder,...
David "Rabbit" Bolton
May 1, 2025
David W. Bolton, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. David was a fun loving guy who loved being outdoors fishing and would always be there if you needed help. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed hanging out with his friend Jimmy drinking beer. David will be missed by all who knew him.
He...
Keith Douglas Autry
May 1, 2025
Keith Douglas Autry, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Keith was a loving dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend. He was devoted Chiller Mechanic member of the Local 502 Pipefitters Union. He was an avid animal lover and loved his dogs Jack and Jill. Keith will be missed by all who knew him.
He was born...
Charles Robert Eads Jr.
May 1, 2025
Charles Robert Eads Jr., a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, in Georgetown, Indiana. Born on February 17, 1961, in Louisville, Kentucky, Charles lived a life marked by hard work, love for his family, and an unwavering spirit of kindness.
For 29 years, Charles devoted himself to his career as a forklift driver...
James Alan Badger
May 1, 2025
James Alan Badger, 63, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and a member of VFW Post 1693. Jim enjoyed watching NASCAR and was an avid fisherman and also gardener. He always looked forward to gathering around a bonfire and getting to spend time with his...
Matthew Joseph Baumler
Apr 30, 2025
Matthew Joseph Baumler, 50, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 30, 2025.
He was born in Louisville on October 31, 1974 to Jay and Brenda Baumler. Matthew was a very kind hearted and loving person, who tried to help everyone he knew. He loved old muscle cars and had a special affinity for Mopar. In his spare times he could...
Betty G. Bottorff
Apr 30, 2025
Betty G. Bottorff, 87, of La Grange, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. She was a member of Buckner Christian Church. Betty retired from Jefferson County Schools as a Food Service Manager. She was also a member of The Order of the Eastern Star and the La Grange Kiwanis.
She was the beloved wife of the late Morton Steelman...
Robert Lee "Bobby" Chandler
Apr 30, 2025
Robert Lee "Bobby" Chandler Jr., passed peacefully surrounded by his children and loving wife, on April 30, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on January 22, 1956, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Robert and Aline (Hogan) Chandler, Bobby lived a life characterized by devotion, kindness, and an infectious sense of humor. His spirit enriched the lives of everyone he encountered,...
Vicky Dee Hume
Apr 29, 2025
Vicky Dee Whitcomb Hume age 63 of Mt. Eden Kentucky passed away on April 29, 2025 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. She was born on January 1, 1962 in Louisville Kentucky.
In 1980 Mrs. Hume married Terry S. Hume in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
She went to Jeffersontown High School in Jefferson County Kentucky. She worked in customer service or housekeeping for most of her...
Raymond Pryor
Apr 29, 2025
Raymond "Ray" Pryor, 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 after he lost his long hard fought battle with esophageal cancer. Ray was held warmly in the loving arms of his Heavenly Father and surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 8, 1964 in Louisville, KY. Ray graduated from Bishop David High School...
Basil Lee Kimes
Apr 29, 2025
Basil Lee Kimes, was born on October 5, 1929, and left this world peacefully on April 29, 2025.
Basil proudly served in the United States Army. His sense of duty extended beyond his military service; it was reflected in his participation in the Trinity United Methodist Church in New Albany, where he was a long-time member.
Outside of his service and faith,...
Mark Edward Hickey
Apr 28, 2025
Mark Hickey, 64, died peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2025 with his family beside him. People thought of him as a cool, funny guy who may or may not have been in a rock band. He is and was cherished as a husband, father (and longtime cat-dad), son, brother, cousin, uncle, and dear friend.
Born in Louisville on September 30, 1960,...
Gwendolyn Lucille Steinbach
Apr 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gwendolyn Lucille Steinbach, a cherished member of the Louisville community, who left us on April 28, 2025. Born on March 5, 1942, in Louisville, KY, Gwendolyn was a testament to kindness and creativity, shining brightly in the lives of those who knew her.
Gwendolyn dedicated over 25 years of her...
Kenneth W. Flaherty
Apr 28, 2025
Kenneth W. Flaherty, age 86 of Louisville, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025. He was born on February 1, 1939 in Paynesville, Kentucky. He was raised by his very devoted and loving aunts and uncles. Kenneth worked for Swope Pontiac for 37 years. He was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church. Kenneth had a wonderful sense of humor...
Helen Jean Carlisle
Apr 28, 2025
Helen Jean Carlisle, born on February 25, 1931, Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on April 28, 2025, in her hometown.
She attended Eastern High School and later embarked on a successful career as a bookkeeper at Lincoln Home Furniture, where she dedicated over ten years of service.
Helen enjoyed a range of hobbies that brought joy to her life, including bowling, visiting the...
James "Jimmy" Funk Sr.
Apr 28, 2025
James Edward Funk Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 80 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
Born on June 22, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky, Jimmy was the cherished son of the late Thomas and Dorothy (Brown) Funk. He was greeted in heaven by his siblings, Patricia Tomes, Thomas V. Funk Jr.,...
Johnnie Lee Lashley Jr.
Apr 28, 2025
Johnnie Lee Lashley Jr., 55, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025. Johnnie was a devout Christian, devoted family man, and avid UK Basketball fan. He could always be found cleaning his truck, motorcycle, or talking smack about sports, especially UK Basketball. Johnnie will truly be missed by anyone who knew him.
He was born on July 9,...
Audrey Elaine Nelson
Apr 28, 2025
Audrey Elaine Nelson, 89, of Mount Washington, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025.
She was born on March 6, 1936 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Vincent and Lucille (Veech) Elmore. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Leon Nelson, daughter, Angela Hope Shannon and brothers, Donald Martin Elmore, Kenneth Elmore and George Elmore.
Audrey is survived...
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