Obituaries
David Ernest Raymond
Jul 29, 2018
David Ernest "Giddy Up" Raymond, age 75 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018. He was a true outdoorsman. David was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Christine Raymond; his son, David Ernest Raymond, Jr.; his brother, Krome S. Raymond; and his sister, Helen Hornung.David is survived by his loving partner, Sharon Norris; his children, Krome A....
Cindy Lee Wagner Riley
Jul 29, 2018
Cindy Lee Wagner Riley, 59, of Eminence, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018. She was born on March 29, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Luther and Jean (Settles) Peak. She is preceded in death by her mother, Jean A. Peak.Cindy was an avid gardener growing plants such as banana trees and elephant ears, she worked as a bookkeeper...
Johnny W. Blackmon
Jul 28, 2018
Johnny Walter Blackmon , 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018. He was born on May 31, 1958 in Birmingham, Alabama to Henry and Clarice Blackmon. He is preceded in death by his Parents.Johnny is survived by his Daughter, April Blackmon, and Son, Hannibal Blackmon, his Brothers, Henry Blackmon, Bennie Lee Blackmon, and Andrew Lee Blackmon.To...
Patricia Lee Quiroa
Jul 28, 2018
Patricia Lee Quiroa, 56, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 28, 2018. She was born on June 2, 1962 in Louisville, Kentucky to James and Margaret (Noonan) Lee. She is preceded in death by her father, James M. Lee M.D.Patricia was a 1982 graduate of Bellarmine University where she graduated with a degree in...
Christopher Michael Mattingly
Jul 28, 2018
Christopher Michael Mattingly, age 45 of Louisville, Kentucky, lost his battle on Saturday, July 28, 2018. He was born January 10, 1973 in Louisville, the son of Edward and Donna Mattingly. Our beloved Chris will always be remembered for his many talents in construction and remodeling, and his unconditional love for his son, family and friends. He is preceded in...
Rita Joann Harris
Jul 28, 2018
Rita Joann Harris, 46, of Louisville, KY, passed away peacefully, on July 28, 2018.Rita is preceded in death by her father, August Fred Nash and her sister Jamie Wilson.She is survived by her husband, Jamie Lyn Harris, daughters; Paige Harris and Brittany Harris, granddaughter, Sophia Zoeller and grandson Jaden Harris. Mother, Roma Nash, Brothers: Dale (Pam), Mitch (Penny), and Auggie...
Carrie Michelle Gerdon
Jul 28, 2018
Carrie Michelle Gerdon, 35, of Jeffersonville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018. She loved to go fishing and swimming. Carrie had a contagious laugh with a kind and gentle personality. She was born on February 17, 1983 in New Albany, Indiana to Terry (Warren) Gerdon and the late David Gerdon. Along with her father, Carrie was also preceded...
Charles Ray Sparkman, Sr.
Jul 28, 2018
Charles Ray "Sparky" Sparkman, Sr., 76, of Clarksville, Indiana passed away Saturday morning, July 28, 2018 with his loving family by his side. He was a Chevy enthusiast and had a successful career in car sales. Sparky was a lifelong collector of coins and later set up his own business at the World's Most Awesome Flea Market in Shepherdsville, Kentucky....
Janet Sue Brown
Jul 27, 2018
Mrs. Janet Sue Brown, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 27, 2018 at her home. Janet was born on July 13, 1944 in Louisville KY to the late William and Josphine (Barnett) Hibbs. She is also preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Buster, Doris, Judy, Jean, and Billy.Janet's children, Son, Michael Heightchew (Elizabeth Rose) and Son, Kenny...
Mary Ann (Amos) Depew
Jul 27, 2018
Mary Ann (Amos) DePew, 70, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday morning, July 27, 2018. She was a graduate of the former Durrett High School in Louisville. Mary Ann was a long-time employee for PNC Bank and Pitney Bows – Brown & Williamson.She was born on October 11, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Meril and Pauline...
Elizabeth Ann Johnston
Jul 26, 2018
Elizabeth Johnston, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018.She was born on July 30, 1940 in Louisville, Kentucky to Joseph and Lorena Gognat. She is preceded in death by her parents, her Brothers, Richard Gognat, Joe Gognat, and Bob Gognat, and her Sister, Mary Gognat.Elizabeth is survived by her Daughters, Carolene (Dan) A. Vogel, and Marilee...
Ernest Mack Lee Jones, Jr.
Jul 25, 2018
Ernest Mack Lee (E.J.) Jones, Jr. 61, passed away on July 25, 2018. He was born on July 31, 1956, in Blanch, NC to Iola (Garland) Woolridge and Ernest Mack Jones, Sr.Ernest attended the Pittsylvania Public Schools. He worked for the city of Danville for many years until he moved his residence to Louisville, KY, where he worked at Stoker's...
Annie Elizabeth "Wilson" Jewell
Jul 25, 2018
Annie Elizabeth Jewell, 89, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Annie loved spending time with her family and enjoyed spending time outside gardening. She also enjoyed spending her time cooking for family and friends. She was born on March 22, 1929 in Louisville, Kentucky to George and Georgia (Hickman) Wilson . She is preceded in death...
Romeo Abella Ecarma, M.D.
Jul 25, 2018
Romeo Abella Ecarma, M.D. was born on January 9, 1934, in Cebu, Philippines to the late Juanito and Julia (Abella) Ecarma. Dr. Ecarma was a faithful husband and father, and believed in education and hard work. He was the medical officer at the Government Service Insurance System in Cebu. He was a house physician at Ss. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital...
Marshawn Terrell Smith
Jul 25, 2018
Marshawn Terrell Smith, 44, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. He was born on October 19, 1973 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Floyd and Bonita (Ivey) Smith. He is preceded in death by his mother, Bonita Gail Smith.Marshawn was baptized at First Baptist Church of Hicks Addition in Spencer, OK on January 29, 1978. He was...
Sharon Eckenrode
Jul 25, 2018
Sharon Eckenrode, 68, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018. She was a member of 1st Baptist Church in Jeffersonville. Sharon was born on December 29, 1949 in Scottsburg, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her parents, Melvin & Margaret Carter; and her son, James Wesley Eckenrode. Sharon is survived by her husband, George Eckenrode, daughter, Grace...
Gary Arnold Mennemeyer
Jul 25, 2018
Gary Arnold Mennemeyer, 58, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was the past Deputy and Grand Knight at the Knights of Columbus Cardinal Ritter Council #1221. Gary had worked in the maintenance department at United Catalyst in Louisville. He enjoyed carpentry and also fishing.He was born on August 20, 1959, in...
William Spalding Downs, Jr.
Jul 25, 2018
William S. "Bill" Downs Jr., 64, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Bill loved music and was a very gifted artist who enjoyed doing acrylic and watercolor painting. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on July 29, 1953, to the late William Downs, Sr., and Amanthelyn (Lee) Downs.Bill is survived by his wife, Linda (Sommerville) Downs;...
James Douglas Spoelker
Jul 25, 2018
James Douglas "Doug" Spoelker, 54, of Louisville, KY passed away on July 25, 2018. He was a retired corrections officer of Kentucky, who enjoyed baseball and talking on his CB radio. Doug was an avid reader and enjoyed going to concerts . He was a beautiful mess, his personality was enormous and his eyes and smile would light up a...
Jerry Lee Coker
Jul 24, 2018
Jerry Lee Coker was born in Louisville, KY on June 27, 1953, and transitioned on Tuesday, July 24, 2018, in Coronado, California, where he worked. Jerry was born and lived in Louisville, before heading west and settling in San Diego, CA. He worked as a civilian for the Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, for nearly 40 years, where he...
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