Obituaries

Jamel William Mundy

Jamel William Mundy

Dec 15, 2017

Jamel William Mundy, 26, of Louisville returned home to meet his Heavenly Father on Friday, December 15, 2017. Jamel was born March 9, 1991, in Louisville, Kentucky with a deep love of all things artistic. He was a devoted son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin to all who were blessed to love him and a kind, compassionate friend to all...

Kathy Jane Mills

Kathy Jane Mills

Dec 15, 2017

Kathy Jane Mills, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017. She was born in Owenton, Kentucky on June 21, 1953 to the late Curtis Mefford and Martha Lehman. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Debbie Smith.Kathy is survived by her beloved daughter, April Gaus; son, Jamie Holmes, daughter, Devon Moore, step-father,...

Howard Jerome Stiles

Howard Jerome Stiles

Dec 15, 2017

Howard Jerome Stiles, 87, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017. Howard was born on October 22, 1930 in Mauckport, Indiana to the late James Otis and Virginia (Bennett) Stiles. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers and son, Dennis Stiles. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Hilda...

William Delbert Starks, Sr.

William Delbert Starks, Sr.

Dec 14, 2017

William Delbert "Shorty" Starks, Sr., 81, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2017. Delbert loved being outdoors, whether it be gardening, fishing, or taking walks. He was an avid UK fan and loved spending time with his family and friends.Delbert was born on March 20, 1936, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, to the late William and Mary (Robertson) Starks....

Gene Pfeiffer

Gene Pfeiffer

Dec 14, 2017

Gene Pfeiffer, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on December 14, 2017. He retired from McKesson after 38 years of service and was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Gene was born on June 17, 1934 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Auther and Catherine (Wick) Pfeiffer. He was also preceded in death by his son Eugene Pfeiffer, Jr.,...

Billy James Allen

Billy James Allen

Dec 13, 2017

Billy James "BJ" Allen, Jr. 68, of Louisville, KY passed away on December 13, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of Pleasure Ridge Park High School and then joined the Marine Corp serving in the Vietnam War. He was a heavy equipment operator for the Naval Ordinance Station and Fort Knox. BJ loved...

Darrell Johnson Phelps

Darrell Johnson Phelps

Dec 13, 2017

Darrell J. Phelps, age 69 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2017. Originally from Morgantown, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Walter and Bonnie Mae Johnson Phelps. He was an elder at the Crestwood Church of Christ and an Air Force Veteran. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, James Clifford, Arthur, Elrie, Charlie, Archie...

Gerald Harlow

Gerald Harlow

Dec 13, 2017

Gerald "Jerry" Thomas Harlow, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2017. Jerry is survived by his children, Jamie Harlow, Darlene Jackson (Tommy), Melody Rodriguez, Christy Harlow, Holly Harlow, Jessica Harlow, Cathy Hall, Theresa Heyser, Lisa Hester (Nick), Judy Ginthum, Mary Nethery (Morris); 27 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will...

Gerald T. Woods

Gerald T. Woods

Dec 12, 2017

Gerald T. Woods, 78, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on December 12, 2017. Gerald retired from Delta Direct Staffing, he was a Pilot, and also served in the Air Force. He enjoyed music, spending time with his lovely bride and loved working with computers. Gerald was born on November 8, 1939 in Beech Creek, Kentucky to the late Charles Woods...

Frances Klinglesmith

Frances Klinglesmith

Dec 12, 2017

Frances Klinglesmith, 88, of Elizabeth, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2017. She was born in Franklin Crossroads, Kentucky on March 5, 1929 to the late Thomas and Cora Tilford. She belonged to Hillsdale Baptist Church and was a longtime associate at Woolworth's and Woolco.In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Klinglesmith;...

Alice Fay (Gardner) Johns

Alice Fay (Gardner) Johns

Dec 12, 2017

Alice Fay Johns, 62, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on December 12, 2017. She retired after being a NICU nurse for over 30 years and was a member of First Baptist Church in Elizabeth, Indiana. Alice loved to paint, read, be with her dogs, and collect decorative plates.Alice was born on December 19, 1954, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the...

Pauline G Burns

Pauline G Burns

Dec 12, 2017

Pauline G. Burns, 80, of Bardstown, KY passed away at her home on December 12, 2017. She was born in Pulaski County on March 31, 1937. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Flora Rector Godby and her husband, Ernest Staples, Sr.Pauline is survived by her husband, Vernon Burns, son, Ernest Staples, Jr. of Utica, KY; daughters,...

Norma M. Figg

Norma M. Figg

Dec 12, 2017

Norma Maedene McDowell Figg, 91, passed away on December 12, 2017, surrounded by her family. Norma was a member of the Huntington Park Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. During World War II , she serviced airplanes for Curtiss-Wright while her future husband served in the Navy. She created a loving home for their five children and was actively involved in the...

Richard John Caporale

Richard John Caporale

Dec 12, 2017

Richard John "Popop" Caporale, 71, of Louisville, KY passed away on December 12, 2017. He was an Army Veteran who proudly served in the Vietnam War. He was an avid UofL fan, loved going fishing, cooking and devoted his life to raising his wonderful children and grandchildren. Richard was always a man of his word, willing to help anyone with...

Loretta Frances Ferguson

Loretta Frances Ferguson

Dec 11, 2017

Loretta Frances Ferguson, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Monday, December 11, 2017. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on February 18, 1930 to the late Leslie Taylor Reece and Bertha Reen Reece. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Reverend William Kenneth Ferguson; sisters, Maxine Sylvia Pitcock and...

Mary G. Berry

Mary G. Berry

Dec 11, 2017

Mary Berry, age 78 of Louisville, passed away Monday, December 11, 2017. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother and Sister, and was born in 1939 in Pewee Valley, Kentucky to the late Carl and Thelma Berry.Mary leaves to survive her memory her children, Steve (Judy), Gerald (Melissa), Larry (Kristina), Rita (Phillip) and Alicia Kaye (Charles); her brother, Lawrence Berry (Theresa);...

Delbert Wade Thompson, Sr.

Delbert Wade Thompson, Sr.

Dec 11, 2017

Delbert Wade "Chief" Thompson, Sr., 74, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Monday, December 11, 2017 at Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on September 3, 1943 to the late Chester and Anna Christine Thompson.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Beverly Albin. Delbert is survived by his beloved...

Debra Lynne Gajewski

Debra Lynne Gajewski

Dec 11, 2017

Debra Lynne Gajewski, 61, of Louisville, KY passed away on December 11, 2017. She loved to play BINGO, crochet and collected angels. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Christina Myers; parents, Robert and Ruby Lee and brother, Robert Lee, Jr.Debra is survived by her husband, Perry Gajewski; children, Larry Lee, Tracey (Mike) Grimsley, and Sean Brown; grandchildren, Auston,...

Joyce Loraine Bergstrom

Joyce Loraine Bergstrom

Dec 10, 2017

Joyce Loraine Bergstrom, 90, of Fairdale, Kentucky passed away on Sunday evening, December 10, 2017. She was born in Covington, Kentucky on September 23, 1927 to the late Robert and Sophia (Reid) Gambrell. Joyce grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and was a longtime active member of Southern Hills Church of the Nazarene (formerly Southside). She was a godly woman, selfless,...

George David Mckeown

George David Mckeown

Dec 10, 2017

George David "Davey" McKeown, 62, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on December 10, 2017. Davey was born on April 4, 1955 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his mother, Dolores McKeown; and his brother, Russell Keene McKeown.He is survived by his wife, Faith McKeown; father, William McKeown, Sr.; daughter, Casey McKeown; grandchildren, Jayda Booker, Alexandria Stinson, Nollie...

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