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Ina Lenora Fondern

Ina Lenora Fondern

Apr 22, 2018

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Doris Jean Graham

Doris Jean Graham

Apr 21, 2018

Doris Graham, 84 - Shepherdsville, Kentucky died peacefully at home. She went home to be with Jesus on April 21, 2018.She leaves behind her husband of 65 years, Raymond Graham Sr.Doris was blessed to have a large wonderful family.She was born on April 9, 1934 in Taylorsville, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jolly and Katherine Snider...

Richard Lee Thompson

Richard Lee Thompson

Apr 21, 2018

Richard Lee "Tobby" Thompson, 61, passed away at home on April 21, 2018. He loved watching and going to wrestling matches. Tobby loved fishing, being outdoors, watching the ducks and always had a joke for everyone. Tina, his children and grandchildren meant the world to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Thompson and Marcella Smith; grandparents,...

Brenda Martine

Brenda Martine

Apr 21, 2018

Brenda Martine, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 21, 2018.Brenda was born on March 7, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky to Omer and Alice Hanke. She was also preceded in death by her Son, Doug Schmitt, a Sister, Peggy Hearne, and her Brother, Danny Hanke.Brenda is survived by her loving husband, Wayne Payne, and loved by her Daughter, Terri...

Mary Gene (Zahnd) Bott

Mary Gene (Zahnd) Bott

Apr 21, 2018

Mary Gene "Genie" (Zahnd) Bott, 74, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday evening, April 21, 2018. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and aunt. Genie enjoyed being out in nature and was also an avid animal lover.She was born on September 15, 1943, in New Albany to the late Henry and Margaret (Laughlin) Zahnd. Genie was also preceded...

Marla C. Bisig

Marla C. Bisig

Apr 21, 2018

Marla C. Bisig, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 21, 2018. She retired from University of Louisville and The Jefferson County Board of Education. She was a member of Valley View Church.Marla was born on April 11, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Herman and Dorothy Sharfe. She was also preceded in death by her husband of...

Rosco Lee Steff, Jr

Rosco Lee Steff, Jr

Apr 21, 2018

Rosco Lee "R.L." Steff, Jr, 77, of Leitchfield, KY passed away on April 21, 2018. He was the owner of Steff Plumbing and attended Church of Joy. R.L. enjoyed spending time with his family. He also loved hunting, fishing and was an avid outdoorsman. R.L. was loved by many and will truly be missed. He was preceded in death by...

Lillian Marie (Epperson) Mahaney

Lillian Marie (Epperson) Mahaney

Apr 20, 2018

Mahaney, Lillian M. (Epperson) 92 of Louisville, KY passed away on April 20, 2018, at home. Lillian was born in Louisville, KY on August 23, 1925. She and her husband, Bill, lived in Russellville, Ky for a number of years where both of their daughters were born. After raising her two daughters, Lillian worked for the Courier Journal Newspaper where...

Naomi Lucille (Chaney) Howell

Naomi Lucille (Chaney) Howell

Apr 20, 2018

Naomi Lucille (Chaney) Howell, 83, caring and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Friday evening, April 20, 2018. Lucy enjoyed traveling to Florida, spending time on the beach and with her family.She was born on December 16, 1934, in Fisherville, Kentucky, to the late Harold Chaney and Ruby (Clark) Zorn. Lucy was also preceded in...

Sherry Lynn Elkins

Sherry Lynn Elkins

Apr 20, 2018

Sherry Lynn Elkins, 46, passed away on April 20, 2018. She was energetic, full of life and was loved by everyone. Sherry had a nurturing personality and her presence was always known. She loved her children very much and one of her favorite things to do was spend time with her grandson, Tay.She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Glenda Rhea Gayhart

Glenda Rhea Gayhart

Apr 19, 2018

Glenda Rhea Gayhart, 88, of La Grange, Kentucky passed away on April 19, 2018. Glenda had two careers, After many years at AT&T, she then worked at KMI Medical Center which later was known as Ten Broeck Hospital. Glenda was born on February 11, 1930 in Rosewood, Kentucky to the late Bailey and Annie Harrison. She was also preceded in...

Donald Ray Summers, Jr.

Donald Ray Summers, Jr.

Apr 19, 2018

Donald Ray "Donnie" Summers, Jr. 59, passed away on April 19, 2018. He enjoyed listening to music, calling BINGO, watching wrestling and was a UofL basketball fan. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Ray Summers, Sr. and grandparents.Donnie is survived by his mother, Doris Summers; sister, Lisa (Carl) Herm; nephew, Michael (Brittany) Herm; great nephew, Chase Herm...

Imogene Carrol Schmidlkofer

Imogene Carrol Schmidlkofer

Apr 19, 2018

Imogene Carrol Schmidlkofer, 69, passed away on April 19, 2018. Spending time with her family meant the world to her. Carrol enjoyed being outside, fishing and was a UK fan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Schmidlkofer; parents, James and Kathleen Robey; brother, Stuart Robey; grandmother, Eddie Mae (Mammy) Drake and nephew, Bobby Smiley.Carrol is survived by...

Donna Lynn (Chambers) Hoback

Donna Lynn (Chambers) Hoback

Apr 19, 2018

Donna Lynn (Chambers) Hoback, 66, caring and gentle Christian woman of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday evening, April 19, 2018. She was a member of Eastern Heights Baptist Church. Lynn loved spending time with her grandkids. Her interests included traveling and cooking, as well as fishing and crafts.She was born on June 25, 1951, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Donna...

James G. Yeates

James G. Yeates

Apr 19, 2018

James G. Yeates, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 19, 2018. Jim was born on February 22, 1937, Louisville, Kentucky to the late Selby & Helen (Hettiger) Yeates. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert and sister, Doris. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 33 years of service and was a member of Parkwood...

Arthur Gerber

Arthur Gerber

Apr 18, 2018

Arthur Gerber, 86, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 18, 2018. He was born on February 26, 1932, Brooklyn, New York to the late Hyman and Tillie (Bergman) Gerber. He was also preceded in death by his wife Anne Gerber. Arthur is survived by his daughters; Debby and Sue Gerber, sister Frances Gerber, granddaughters; Emma, Ziva and Avi Schatz...

Jennifer Nicole Thacker

Jennifer Nicole Thacker

Apr 18, 2018

Jennifer Nicole "Nikki" Thacker, 38, passed away on April 18, 2018. She enjoyed her nursing career and had a big heart for working with the elderly. Nikki loved her family very much and will be greatly missed. Nikki is survived by her children, Logan Reynolds and Shelby Higgins; grandchildren, Ashton, Kayden and Cynthia; parents, Connie and Owen Newton; brothers, Robert...

Kenneth H. Rice

Kenneth H. Rice

Apr 18, 2018

Kenneth H. Rice, 90, of Louisville, Kentucky went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Ken was a long time member of Westport Road Church of Christ, serving in many capacities such as Bible teacher, mission worker, Deacon and Elder.Upon his retirement from working in the printing industry here in Louisville, Ken worked tirelessly at the church...

James Martin Thomas, Sr.

James Martin Thomas, Sr.

Apr 18, 2018

James Martin Thomas, Sr., 61, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. He was an avid reader and enjoyed playing golf and traveling. Above all of that, he loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.He was born on September 20, 1956, to the late Ralph R. and Florence (Humphrey) Thomas. Along with his...

Carol Ruth (Beare) Schleiger

Carol Ruth (Beare) Schleiger

Apr 18, 2018

Carol Ruth (Beare) Schleiger, 80, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. She had a contagious laugh and was always seen smiling. Carol adored her grandchildren and was supportive in everything they did. She was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and also a dog lover.She was born on December 2, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio, to...

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