Obituaries

Gary Leonard Solodkin

Gary Leonard Solodkin

Oct 8, 2017

Dr. Gary Leonard Solodkin of New Albany passed away at Norton Hospital in Louisville on Sunday morning at 12:20 a.m., October 8, 2017. He was 76 years old.Born and raised in Queens, New York, on February 16, 1941, he was the youngest of two children born to Joseph and Sylvia Solodkin. He was a graduate of the State University of...

Timothy Ray Baxter-Diniz

Timothy Ray Baxter-Diniz

Oct 8, 2017

Timothy Ray Baxter Diniz, 27, fondly known as Tim, Beloved son of Patricia Diniz and Fred Reeves, died early Sunday morning on October 8, 2017. Timothy was born on August 16, 1990 in Hartford, CT, but attended school and grew up in Louisville, KY. Tim was a devoted father to his 9 year old son, Timothy. Jr., an avid bowler,...

William J. Hart

William J. Hart

Oct 8, 2017

William J. Hart,75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2017. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on February 16, 1942 to the late Marble J. and Fern Hart. In addition to his parents William was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Digna Hart.William is survived by his adopted daughter; Denise Shuckmann; and a host of other...

Ralph Christy

Ralph Christy

Oct 8, 2017

Ralph Christy, 58, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 8, 2017. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1170, was a Past District 6 Commander and a member of the State Color Guard. Ralph loved his family, was a proud Navy Veteran and an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Ralph was born on December 30, 1958 in Grove...

Bonita Gail Richie

Bonita Gail Richie

Oct 6, 2017

Bonita Gail Richie, 62, of Corydon, Indiana passed away on October 6, 2017.She was born on April 30, 1955, Hawesville, Kentucky to Franklin and Silvia (Boling) Duncan. She is preceded in death by her mother.She is survived by her Daughter, Mercedes C. Del Regno, Father, Frank Duncan, Sister, Devonna Duncan, Sister, Donna Jo, Three Grandchildren, Chauncey (Limayri) Rudolph, Isaiah Rudolph...

Bonnie Ruth Cook

Bonnie Ruth Cook

Oct 6, 2017

Bonnie Ruth Cook, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Friday, October 6, 2017.She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 19, 1942 to the late Leonard and Villa Goode. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her Husband, Larry R. Decker, Sr.; four siblings Orb Goode, Roy Goode, Flora Huff and Gloria Goode.Bonnie is survived by her...

Doris May Miller Gahafer

Doris May Miller Gahafer

Oct 6, 2017

Doris May Miller Gahafer, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 6, 2017. She was a member of St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Doris was born on November 6, 1925, Louisville, Kentucky to the late Frank and Julia Miller. She was also preceded in death by her husband, David Francis Gahafer; and her seven siblings. Doris is survived by her...

Horace Eugene Thornton

Horace Eugene Thornton

Oct 5, 2017

Horace Eugene Thornton, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017.He was born in Clanton, Alabama on November 15, 1946 to the late Horace Owens Thornton and Mary Nell Murphy.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother William Franklin Thornton.Horace is survived by his wife Patricia Lee Wasson-Thornton; one daughter, Patricia Lee...

Thomas B. Oglesby, Sr.

Thomas B. Oglesby, Sr.

Oct 5, 2017

Thomas B. "Tom" Oglesby, age 75, of Louisville, went to his Heavenly Father on Thursday, October 5, 2017. He was self-employed as a contractor with the Courier Journal for over 25 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Burton and Naomi Petzold Oglesby.Tom is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Ginger Oglesby; his sons, Thomas...

Susan Denise Mattingly

Susan Denise Mattingly

Oct 5, 2017

Susan Denise Mattingly, 59, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at St. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital.She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on April 14, 1958 to the late Teddy Alexander and Anna Marie Willis-Smith. Susan was retired from the Jefferson County Public Schools where she worked as a Plant Operator.In addition to her parents Susan was...

Frances Ivester

Frances Ivester

Oct 5, 2017

Frances (Martin) Ivester, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 5, 2017. She enjoyed word finding puzzles and quilting, but more than anything she loved spending time with her friends and family. Frances was born on April 4, 1926 in Spencer, North Carolina to the late H.R. and Lona Martin. She was also preceded in death by her husband...

Frank Joseph Sublett

Frank Joseph Sublett

Oct 4, 2017

On Wednesday morning, October 4, 2017, Frank Joseph "Panky" Sublett, Jr. departed this temporary place to go to his permanent home with God.Frank was born on March 5, 1963, in Louisville, KY, to Frank and Mary Sublett, Sr. He was the youngest child born of this union.Frank, Jr. was educated in the Louisville Public School System. Frank, Jr. confessed Christ...

Lenora Brown

Lenora Brown

Oct 4, 2017

Lenora "Peggy" (Riley) Brown, 94, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2017. Peggy owned and operated Nu-Look Beauty Salon in New Albany for over 40 years. In her early years, she loved ballroom dancing with her husband, Edward. Later in life, she enjoyed playing BINGO, listening to music, and watching movies with her nurses and friends...

James J. Norris, Jr.

James J. Norris, Jr.

Oct 4, 2017

James Jerome "Jimmy" Norris, 86 of Louisville, KY, passed away on October 4, 2017. He was a faithful member and usher of Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. James began his career with Ehler's Dairy as a milkman and later retired as an executive for them. He was a former President of NICRA. James enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family...

Theresa Thompson

Theresa Thompson

Oct 3, 2017

Theresa Jean Thompson, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 3, 2017. She was born on March 19, 1948 in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey to LaVerne (Ernst) Carpenter and the late John Carpenter, Sr. She was also preceded in death by her brother John Carpenter, Jr.Terry is survived son, Steven Christopher Thompson (Annette), daughter, Karen Rene Thompson, mother LaVerne...

Ngendahayo Sebahizi Kamuga

Ngendahayo Sebahizi Kamuga

Oct 3, 2017

Ngendahayo Sebahizi Kamuga, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2017. He was born in Katanga, Congo on January 1, 1954.Ngendahayo is survived by his beloved wife, Nyirarerwa Souzanne; children, Ruhumuliza Byishimo, Ndebaneza Nduwayo, Nyirangabire Aline, Nyirakajonga, Nyiramahoro, Nyantore Nanga, Nyota Jolie and Nyiramahirwe Alice ; and a host of other family members and friends.Graveside Service will...

Donald Ray Fraze

Donald Ray Fraze

Oct 3, 2017

Donald Ray "Don" Fraze, 76, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on October 3, 2017. He was a retired truck driver from Liters Quarry and was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church. Don also loved hunting, fishing, and operating CB radios.Don was born on July 29, 1941, in Woodruff, Arkansas, to the late Ones and Willie Mae (Tucker) Fraze. He...

Betty Brenner

Betty Brenner

Oct 3, 2017

Elizabeth "Betty" Brenner, age 91, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2017. She was a Presentation High School graduate where she was the captain of her basketball team her senior year. She was a member of Church of the Epiphany and the Colonnelettes. She was formerly employed as office manager for Marcoin Bookkeeping, where she served for over 25...

Larry Curtis Hedrick

Larry Curtis Hedrick

Oct 2, 2017

Larry Curtis Hedrick, 78, of Salem, Indiana, passed away on October 2, 2017. He retired from Smith Cabinet Company after 24 years. Larry will always be remembered for his love of drinking coffee.Larry was born on August 5, 1939, in Borden, Indiana, to the late Charles and Stella (Curtis) Hedrick. Along with his parents, Larry was also preceded in death...

Angie Lynn Owen

Angie Lynn Owen

Oct 1, 2017

Angie Lynn Owen, 35, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on October 1, 2017. Angie was born on August 14, 1982 in Louisville, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her father, Ronald Owen; and grandmother, Constance Owen. Angie is survived by her sister, Tina Owen; and loving companion, Mauro Mazariegos. There will be a private graveside service held for the...

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