Obituaries
John Matthew Young
Apr 7, 2018
John was born on December 10, 1938, in Springfield, Kentucky to the late Robert and Sally (Montgomery) Young. He was also preceded in death by his Brothers, George Irvin Young, Andrew Young, Howard Joe Young, and Sister, Laura Della Mays.John is survived by his Wife of 50 years, Robbie Jean(Wright) Young; Daughters, Deborah Evans-Young and Norma Thornton (Keith-Deceased). Sons, Matthew...
Gilbert Gary Roark
Apr 7, 2018
Gilbert "Gary" Roark, 65, of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2018. He was a United States Marine veteran. Gary enjoyed camping and working on classic cars, as well as woodworking. He was also an animal lover and collector of Hot Wheels.He was born on October 8, 1952, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Gilbert and Myrtle...
Emma Hardin
Apr 6, 2018
Emma Hardin, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 6, 2018. She was born on May 20, 1926 in Brownsville, Kentucky to the late Pleasant and Pearl (Daughton) Kinser. She was also preceded in death by her husband Virgil Alfred Hardin. Emma is survived by her sons; Thomas Hardin (Suzanna), Ted Hardin, Tim Hardin (Dusty), and daughter JoAnn Hardin....
Christine Wilson
Apr 6, 2018
Christine Wilson , 75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 6, 2018. Christine was born on January 20, 1943, in Marion Co., Kentucky to the late Joe and Bina(Craig) White. She was also preceded in death by her Sisters, Elizabeth Cook, Geraldine Winstead, Paulette Baumgardner, and Margaret Newton. Brothers: Donald White, Paul White, and William White.Christine is survived by...
William Donald Mudd
Apr 6, 2018
William Donald "Don" Mudd, 78, passed away on April 6, 2018. He retired from Reynolds/Alcoa as a machinist, belonged to the Valley Chapter of Eastern Star and was a Mason at the Shawnee Lodge 830. Don could make and build anything with his hands, loved gardening and was an avid history buff. He never met a stranger and was a...
Leela Imogene Cooper
Apr 6, 2018
Leela Imogene Cooper, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 6, 2018. She retired from Ky Ignition and was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church.Imogene was born on December 28, 1923, in Bowling Green, Kentucky to the late Lee and Lucille(Cherry) Scott. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, Gwyn Cooper and her great-grandson Chad Maddox. Imogene...
George Earl Wilson
Apr 5, 2018
George Earl Wilson, age 94 of Louisville, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2018. Visitation will be 11am - 12pm on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Greater Bethel Temple 834 S. 3rd Street Louisville, KY 40203. Burial will follow in Louisville Cemetery.To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" button.
Lois Andrea Chandler
Apr 5, 2018
Lois Andrea Chandler, 52, of La Grange, Kentucky passed away on April 5, 2018. She worked for Baptist Health Hospital in LaGrange, KY. Lois was born on April 26, 1965 in Slayton, Minnesota to the late Ervin Kremer and Leona Scully Kremer. She is survived by her loving husband, Simon Chandler; two sons, Charles Chandler and Edward Chandler; and a...
Vicki Jean (Murphy) Riddle
Apr 5, 2018
Vicki Jean (Murphy) Riddle, 63, of Greenville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2018.She was born on July 12, 1954, in Greenville, Indiana, to Altha Louise (Allen) Cox and the late Charles Daniel Murphy. Along with her mother, Vicki is survived by her husband of 35 years, James Riddle; siblings, Euda Faulkner (Ken), Albert "Bo" Murphy, and Audrey Murphy...
Edward Lee Mayfield, Sr.
Apr 5, 2018
Edward Lee Mayfield, Sr., 73, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2018. He served his country in the United States Navy and retired from Pillsbury after 46 years in the maintenance department. Ed was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as golf and gardening.He was born on February 25, 1945, in New Albany,...
Sophie Rodosky
Apr 5, 2018
Sophie Rodosky, 95, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 5, 2018. She was born in 1922, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Paul Kreczkowski and Mary (Holod) Kreczkowski . She was also preceded in death by husband Casimer Rodosky, daughter Carol Baker, sister Pauleen Kreczkowski and brothers; Joseph Kreczkowski and Michael Kresson. Sophie is survived by her son, Robert...
Joseph Edward Johnson
Apr 5, 2018
Joseph Edward Johnson, 70, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on April 5, 2018. Joe worked in the trucking industry for over 40 years. He retired in 2000 from Kentuckiana Trucking after over 15 years of service. He enjoyed camping, fishing, woodworking, working in his garage, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.Joe was born on November 17, 1947,...
Ameila Yata Sankawulo
Apr 4, 2018
Amelia Yatta Sankawulo, 72, of Louisville, KY, Passed away on April 4, 2018Amelia was born on October 22, 1945 in Monrovia, Liberia to the late Joseph and Yaa Korpella. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilton Sengbe Sankawulo Sr.; and three brothers, Joseph Korpella, Benjamin Korpella, Joseph Bigboy Korpella; and one sister, Korto Korpella. Amelia is survived...
Michael Wayne Beatty
Apr 4, 2018
Michael Wayne Beatty, 41, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 4, 2018. He was born on August 28, 1976 in Bedford, Kentucky to the late Virgil and Ruth (Prince) Church. Michael is survived by his sisters; Cathy Wesley, Carol Allen, Sharon Church and brother, Daniel Beatty. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 12/Noon...
Robert Louis Tinsley
Apr 4, 2018
Robert Louis Tinsley, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 4, 2018. He was a member of Promised Land Community Church and NAACP of Louisville, KY. Robert was born on February 6, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. Tinsley and Mary Tinsley and one sister, Lucretia Tinsley Berry; and one aunt,...
Pamela Metzger
Apr 4, 2018
Pamela Louise Metzger born (4/16/1963) passed away peacefully at her residence with family by her side on Wednesday 4/4/18 (and was met at the pearly gates by her brothers and parents.) Pam was a lover of the outdoors (to include) fishing, camping, and mushroom hunting. She was also a huge fan of Thunder Over Louisville. Pam was a big hearted,...
Deborah Lynn (Tweedy) Black
Apr 4, 2018
Deborah Lynn "Debbie" (Tweedy) Black, 54, loving wife and mother, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on April 4, 2018.She was born on August 22, 1963, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, to Lucille (Wilcox) Tweedy and the late George Tweedy. Along with her father, Debbie was also preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph and John Tweedy.In addition to her mother, Debbie...
Clara Helen Thompson
Apr 4, 2018
Clara Helen Thompson, 82, passed away on April 4, 2018, from complications of Alzheimer's. She was a former employee of the American Printing House for the Blind. Clara had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She loved shopping for her treasures at the Peddler's Mall and being surrounded by her family at Christmas was her favorite holiday. She was preceded...
Katherine L. (Rodewig) Kemp
Apr 3, 2018
Katherine Laura (Rodewig) Kemp, 86, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. Katherine was a kind and forgiving person who loved caring for others. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, and collecting dolls and truly loved and enjoyed all of her grandchildren. She was born on August 5, 1931 in New Albany to the late Joseph and Martha...
Tina Marie Roudenbush
Apr 3, 2018
Tina Marie Roudenbush, 55, passed away on April 3, 2018. Spending time with her children and grandchildren meant the world to her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Beverly Williams and her sister, Patti.Tina is survived by her children, Trey (Jenifer) Roberts, Victoria (Juan Harris) Roberts and Samantha Roudenbush; grandchildren, McKayla, Christian, Raeleigh, Javion, Rayce, Paisley...
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