Obituaries
Paula E. Larson
Jul 17, 2018
Paula E. Larson, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. She was born on April 15, 1949 in New York, New York. Paula is survived by her Partner, Larry Pilcher, Son, Richard G. Johnson, Jr., Daughter, Jodie M. Johnson, Son, Christopher A. Blair, 4 Grandchildren, Vincent L. Dellavalle, Victoria P. Dellavalle, Taija M. Blair, Jerrell A....
Edith Lyle Cain
Jul 17, 2018
Edith Lyle Cain, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 17, 2018. Edith was born on January 26, 1930 in Jessamine County, Kentucky to the late Charles Rice and Delia Rice Carter. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Jessie Rice; and son-in-law, Tommy Chappell. Edith is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Jack Cain;...
Dick Griffee
Jul 17, 2018
Dick Griffee, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. He was born on July 5, 1936 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Willard and Mattie (Sherlock) Griffee. Dick is survived by his daughter, Karyn (Mark) Pfeiffer, sons, Keith (Jennifer Porter) Griffee, Kris Griffee, five grandchildren, one great-grandson and mother of his children Barbara Griffee. Per Dick's...
Alan Douglas Watkins
Jul 17, 2018
Alan Douglas Watkins, 56, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. He was born on May 29, 1962, in Sidney, Ohio, to Ronald Watkins and the late Judith (Krukenberg) Watkins.Along with his father, Alan is survived by his long-term partner and friend, Mary Johnson; children, Amanda Watkins, Chad Watkins (Shelby), Brandilynn Watkins, and Christopher Watkins; stepmother, Carol...
Donald Paul Townsend
Jul 17, 2018
Donald Paul "Don" Townsend, 78, of Sellersburg, went home to be with his heavenly Father on July 17, 2018, at Clark Memorial Hospital. He attended Mount Tabor Elementary and was a New Albany High School graduate of the Class of 1958. Don was a varsity letterman on the baseball team and chose to be baptized into the Catholic faith at...
Lillian Genevieve Metzger
Jul 16, 2018
Lillian G. "Jeanie" Metzger, 85, passed away at Oaklawn Nursing home on July 16, 2018. Born in Dubois, Indiana on May 18th, 1933, the seventh of nine children to father Herman John Pieper, deceased, and Matilda Merker Pieper, deceased. Their children are Charles Fredrick Pieper, deceased, Roman Henry Pieper, U.S. Army Air Force, deceased, Daniel Anthony Pieper, deceased, JoAnn Marie...
Robert Lee Coleman
Jul 16, 2018
Robert Lee "Bob" Coleman, age 76 of Louisville, passed away Monday, July 16, 2018 at River View Nursing Home in Clarksville, IN. He was the former manager of the cafeteria at Norton Hospital Downtown. He later owned and operated Calendrino's Restaurant at 4th and Oak and also operated Chico's Mexican Restaurant. While in Florida, he managed a club until it...
Virginia Kay Babcock
Jul 16, 2018
Virginia Kay Babcock, age 78 of Louisville, passed away Monday, July 16, 2018. Born in Abingdon, Illinois, she grew up in Canton, Illinois and lived in Davenport, Iowa, Louisville, Kentucky and Pensacola, Florida where she developed close friendships and special memories. She was a member of Southeast Christian Church where she was in the choir and attended Classic Worship and...
Mary Elizabeth Cissell
Jul 16, 2018
Mary Elizabeth "Lee" Cissell, 68, of La Grange, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 16, 2018. She was born on April 10, 1950 in Louisville, KY to the late Raymond and Irene (Bradley) Bader She is also preceded in death by her husband of 48 years Daniel Ray "Mack" Cissell and sister Mary Rose. Mary was a retiree of...
Francis Eugene Middleton
Jul 15, 2018
Francis Eugene Middleton III, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018.He was born on December 1, 1940 in Decatur, Alabama to Francis and Clara Middleton, who preceded him in death.Francis is survived by his Sister, Shirley (Ron) Yancey, his Brother, Woodie Hodgen, His Sons, Francis Middleton IV, Tyrone Major, David Wallace, and Delcoise Major, his Daughters,...
Sandra Sue Lynch
Jul 15, 2018
Sandra Sue Lynch, 71, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018 at Baptist East Hospital. She was born on January 7, 1947 in Loogootee, Indiana to the late Clayton and Leona (Downard) Tetrick. She is also preceded in death her sister Joyce DeVore. Sandy was a 1965 graduate of Eastern High School and was a office manager...
Michael Allen Mcintosh
Jul 14, 2018
Michael Allen McIntosh, 72, of Marengo, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2018. He was a United States Air Force veteran. Mike was a car enthusiast and avid fan of NASCAR. He enjoyed spending time on his porch, and having a good time with family and friends. He was born on February 12, 1946 to the late Woodrow "Shorty"...
Helen Marie Lucas
Jul 14, 2018
Helen Lucas 76, passed away on July 14, 2018. A devoted wife, loving mother and proud grandmother. Helen loved listening to music, watching the birds and crocheting. She will always be remembered as the true heart of her family.She was born on July 10, 1942 in Anchorage, KY. Helen is preceded in death by her son, Joe Lucas Jr.; parents,...
Selynia Ann Baumgardner
Jul 14, 2018
Selynia Baumgardner, 35 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Saturday July 14th, 2018. She was a member of Campbell's Chapel United Baptist Church. Selynia enjoyed playing basketball and going fishing. Selynia was survived by her daughter, Madesyn Guldenschuh; son, Trevor Guldenschuh; mother, Jackie Baumgardner (Tim); father, William Baumgardner (Barbara); brother, Jason Baumgardner; grandparents, Reverend Bill and Pam Campbell; nephews, J.J. Baumgardner...
Thomas Wesley Carpenter
Jul 14, 2018
Thomas Wesley Carpenter, 40, of Louisville, KY, formerly of Lawrenceburg, KY passed away on July 14, 2018. He enjoyed working on cars and going fishing. He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Carpenter.Thomas is survived by his wife, Stacy Carpenter; children, Korey, Connor, Garrett, MacKenzie, Brooke and Christian; mother, Sharon Dunaway and sister, Melissa Cain. Visitation will be...
Margaret Joan Carter
Jul 14, 2018
Margaret Joan "Joni" Carter, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 14, 2018. Joni was born on December 29, 1942 in San Pedro, California to the late Joseph and Helen Wells.She was an avid worldwide traveler, she loved animals, plants and music. Over the years Joni worked for several airline companies, and was the Director of the KY Botanical...
Cheryl Lynn Kline
Jul 14, 2018
Cheryl Lynn Kline, 50, passed away on July 14, 2018. She was a member of Huntingburg Outreach Ministries. Cheryl was full of life, outspoken, funny and would help anyone in need. She was an avid UofL fan and loved Mickey Mouse. Spending time with her family and grandchildren meant the world to her and Cheryl also enjoyed video chatting with...
Glenda J Sloss
Jul 13, 2018
Glenda J. Sloss, 35, of Louisville, KY mission on earth was completed on July 13, 2018. Glenda loved spending all of her time with her sons and family. She loved singing, playing basketball, cooking and shopping. Her mission in life was to help others and letting them know about Jehovah. She was such an inspiration to everyone she met and...
Patricia E. George
Jul 13, 2018
Patricia E. George, 73, Loving Mother & Nanny, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2018. She was born on December 10, 1944 in Louisville, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her Mother, Eva Price, 2 Brothers, Denny DeWitt & Larry Lindsey.Patricia is survived by her Daughter, Jeanna L. Boner, 6 Grandchildren, Mathew Smith, Emily Smith, Root...
Zoada Barnes
Jul 12, 2018
Zoada Barnes 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 12, 2018. She always looked forward to the first fresh tomato of the season. Zoada loved all animals, enjoyed dancing, fishing and playing BINGO. She was an avid UofL fan. Zoada had a great sense of humor and never met a stranger. Spending time with her family and friends meant...
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