Obituaries

Alfred Francis Schmidt, Sr.

Alfred Francis Schmidt, Sr.

Jun 24, 2025

Alfred Francis Schmidt, a beloved member of the Starlight community and a devoted family man, passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Starlight, Indiana, on September 13, 1932, Alfred led a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and a passion for the land he cherished.

An Army veteran, Alfred served his country with honor before...

Joanne C. Koerner

Joanne C. Koerner

Jun 23, 2025

Joanne C. Koerner, a cherished homemaker and a beloved matriarch, passed away in Louisville, Kentucky on June 23, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on July 20, 1935, in Cleveland, Tennessee, she exemplified the true essence of love, care, and devotion throughout her life.

Joanne was a remarkable caregiver at heart, always selfless, thoughtful, and considerate. Her nurturing spirit extended...

Suzanne Polizzi Dean

Suzanne Polizzi Dean

Jun 23, 2025

Suzanne Polizzi Dean, a cherished mother, devoted wife, and loving grandmother, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Crestwood, Kentucky, at the age of 71. Born on July 29, 1953, in Fairfield, California, Suzanne lived a life filled with compassion, creativity, and love for her family.

As a proud graduate of Wagner High School, her commitment to helping others was evident...

Jimmy Segar

Jimmy Segar

Jun 23, 2025

James Segar Sr, known as Jimmy, Jim Seg, Coach Jimmy, or just plain Coach was full of light, laughter, love and confidence. He had a way of making you believe you could do anything. Most met him through his first love, the game of basketball. Across many cities, counties, you’d hear stories of Jim Seg.

The only thing he loved more,...

Raymond Steve Helms, Sr.

Raymond Steve Helms, Sr.

Jun 23, 2025

Raymond Steve Helms, Sr., known affectionately as Ray, was born on September 18, 1951, in Donalsonville, Georgia. He passed away on June 23, 2025.

Ray devoted much of his professional life to the trucking industry, thriving as a truck driver. His passion for the open road was matched only by his love for his family and the simple joys of life,...

Greg Lynch

Greg Lynch

Jun 22, 2025

Greg Lynch, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025.

He was born on July 8, 1954 in Morristown, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his Father, E. Gene Lynch, Birth Mother, Alyce Anne Lynch, and Brother, John Paul Lynch.

Greg is survived by his loving Wife of 21 years, Sharon Kesterson Lynch; Mother, Doris M. Lynch; Daughter,...

Charles "Chuck" Ernest Michal, Jr.

Charles "Chuck" Ernest Michal, Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Ernest Michal Jr., 60, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Chuck was born on February 22, 1965 in Louisville, Kentucky to Ernie and Ann (Dismang) Michal.

Chuck is survived by loving wife of 29 years, Denise Campbell Michal; son, Justin Trip Michal (Lauren); mother, Ann Michal, father, Ernie Michal; five grandchildren, Taylar, Daniel, Vann, Nolan, Keaton;...

Maleva "Missy" A. Robinson-Browder

Maleva "Missy" A. Robinson-Browder

Jun 21, 2025

Maleva "Missy" A. Robinson-Browder, 53, of Louisville, Kentucky, gained her wings on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Missy was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who loved life and everything life had to offer. Missy loved to help people, she always had a smile on her face, she was just so full of life. Missy will truly be missed...

Marvin Thomas Sego

Marvin Thomas Sego

Jun 21, 2025

Marvin Thomas Sego, born on July 31, 1961, to Carmel Sego and Ruth Ann Crawley passed away on June 21, 2025.  A proud Army veteran, Marvin exemplified the values of commitment and bravery, serving his country with honor during his military career.

He found immense joy in watching NASCAR. His love for automobiles was further demonstrated through his dedicated work on...

Nicole Ann (Edwards) Reidinger

Nicole Ann (Edwards) Reidinger

Jun 21, 2025

Nicole Ann (Edwards) Reidinger, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Baptist Hospital East.

She was born on June 4, 1967 in Dayton, Ohio to Joseph R. Edwards, Jr. and Barbara (Foree) Wilson. Nicole was a 1985 graduate of Holy Rosary Academy in Louisville. She met and fell in love with her husband, Gregory "Bub" Reidinger,...

Wilmer Donald "Don" Vanhook

Wilmer Donald "Don" Vanhook

Jun 21, 2025

Wilmer Donald “Don” Vanhook, 100 years young, passed peacefully in his sleep at home in Louisville, Kentucky, on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was born in London, Kentucky in 1925, the son of the late Wesley Dewey Vanhook and Nora Johnson Vanhook. Don attended Hazel Green High School in Hazel Green, Kentucky. He worked at a munitions factory at the...

Rebecca Ann Baird

Rebecca Ann Baird

Jun 21, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Ann Baird, 68, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on June 21, 2025. She was born on February 1, 1957, in New Albany, Indiana, to Joseph Glover Jr. and the late JoJean Glover. Becky loved everyone. She enjoyed working at PNC and later at Borden Elementary. She was a proud wife, mother, and Nanny to her grandchildren.

She is survived...

Sandra Ann Clark

Sandra Ann Clark

Jun 21, 2025

Sandra Ann Clark, born on January 11, 1949, in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, in New Albany, Indiana. Sandra's life was characterized by compassion and dedication to others. She worked for many years as a nurse’s aide, exemplifying her caring nature by helping those in need. Later, she and her husband, Sonny, embarked on a fulfilling...

Charles B. Woolums, Jr.

Charles B. Woolums, Jr.

Jun 20, 2025

Charles Bryant Woolums Jr. passed away, after a brief decline, at Baptist Hospital East on Friday, June 20,2025 . Originally a native of Frankfort, KY. and then Louisville, KY . He was son of Charles and Josephine Woolums of Frankfort, KY. Charles was a Korean War Veteran and a Marine. He retired as mechanic for Greyhound Bus Lines, member of...

Ralph Delano Hall

Ralph Delano Hall

Jun 19, 2025

Ralph Delano Hall (87) passed away in his home on June 19th, surrounded by the love of his adoring family. He was a devoted husband, deeply cherished father, grandfather and great grandfather. If you knew him, you were lucky; a man of quiet strength, integrity and strong character, who was sweet, kind, humble, generous, loved and respected by all and...

Sharon Hope Merrifield

Sharon Hope Merrifield

Jun 19, 2025

Sharon Hope Merrifield, affectionately known as “Aunt Shockie,” , age 81 of Louisville, KY, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend to many.

Sharon was born November 1, 1943, in Frenchburg, KY. Early on she worked at the Toddle House, where she once had the opportunity to serve breakfast to Colonel Sanders...

Rodney Lane Otto

Rodney Lane Otto

Jun 19, 2025

Rodney Lane Otto, passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on November 8, 1968, in Louisville, Kentucky, Rodney was a man who embraced life with open arms and found joy in the great outdoors. He had a profound passion for fishing and camping, activities that brought him immense happiness.

Rodney's love for life was evident in...

Rickie "Big Rick" Rhodes

Rickie "Big Rick" Rhodes

Jun 19, 2025

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of

Rickie E. Rhodes

Sunrise: July 9, 1958 

Sunset: June 19, 2025

Rickie E. Rhodes, affectionately known as Big Rick! Loved by so many, was born on July 9, 1958, to Clysta and Thomas Rhodes/William Wheeler in Louisville, Kentucky. Raised on Standard Avenue, he grew up surrounded by strong family values and faith, attending Pleasant View Baptist Church, where...

Catrina Danise Maxwell

Catrina Danise Maxwell

Jun 19, 2025

Catrina Danise Maxwell, born on June 7, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York, went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2025. Catrina was a remarkable individual whose immense heart and selflessness were evident in every facet of her life. Throughout her years, she dedicated herself to caring for others before considering her own needs, a testament to her compassionate...

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