Obituaries

Donald William Hamilton

Donald William Hamilton

Nov 29, 2016

Donald William "Don" Hamilton, 73, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. He retired from General Electric after 30 plus years of service. Don attended many Bible studies at Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, and attended Holy Trinity Catholic Church in New Albany. Don was a United States Army veteran. He had a...

Phyllis Jane (Long) Dupont

Phyllis Jane (Long) Dupont

Nov 28, 2016

Phyllis Jane (Long) duPont, 79, a strong, generous, and caring woman, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016, surrounded by her family and friends. She retired from Child Protective Services for the state of Kentucky after over 25 years of dedicated service.She was born on May 13, 1937, in Fairdale, Kentucky, to the late William and Inez...

Michael Joe Simon, Sr.

Michael Joe Simon, Sr.

Nov 28, 2016

Michael Joe Simon, Sr., 67, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016. Michael always enjoyed camping and horses and also liked playing golf when he could. In his younger days he loved riding motorcycles, a passion that he passed on to others in his family.He was born on December 4, 1948, in Cario, Illinois, to the late...

Donald Lee Duggins Jr.

Donald Lee Duggins Jr.

Nov 27, 2016

Donald Lee "Bones" Duggins Jr., 60, passed away on November 27th, 2016. He loved to be outdoors, hunting, fishing, or just hiking around. He loved being with his family and friends.He was preceded in death by his mom, Jewel Maxine Duggins.He leaves to cherish his memory by his dad, Donald Lee "Buddy" Duggins Sr.; daughter, Nicole Duggins (Billy); grandson, Caden...

Maud Green

Maud Green

Nov 27, 2016

Maud "Teenie" Green, 86, of Louisville, passed away on November 27, 2016. She acknowledged Christ as her personal savior at an early age and was a member of Meadowlawn Baptist Church. She graduated from Central High School and worked in the healthcare industry before working for and retiring from Frito Lay.On October 15, 1949, Maud was united in Holy Matrimony...

Judy Ann Jager

Judy Ann Jager

Nov 27, 2016

Judy Ann Jager, 73, of Fairdale, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 25, 1943 to the late William and Georgia Mitchell. She was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church and was retired from Brooklawn Youth Center. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a son,...

Jeffrey N. Roberson

Jeffrey N. Roberson

Nov 27, 2016

Jeffrey N. Roberson 62, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on February 17, 1954 to Ruthie and the late Norman Roberson. He was a member of Harvest Baptist Church.Jeffrey is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Betsy Carolyn Roberson; mother, Ruthie Roberson; step-son, Steven Mark (Dawn) Vincent; two...

James Wesley Eckenrode

James Wesley Eckenrode

Nov 26, 2016

James "Jim" Wesley Eckenrode, 51, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on November 26, 2016. He was a great cook for Tumbleweed Restaurants for 17 years and also served in the United States Army, where he also was a cook. Jim enjoyed watching all sports, reading comic books, and collecting cards.Jim was born on December 29, 1964, in Miami, Florida, to...

Johnnie Mae (Smith) Jackson

Johnnie Mae (Smith) Jackson

Nov 26, 2016

Johnnie Mae Smith Jackson, daughter of the late LeRoy and Beulah Smith, was born November 25, 1939 in Louisville, Kentucky. She departed this life on Saturday, November 26, 2016.Johnnie graduated from Central High School in 1957 as Salutatorian of her class and received her Master of Education from the University of Louisville. She relocated to Detroit, Michigan, and taught in...

Joetta Dawson Casey

Joetta Dawson Casey

Nov 26, 2016

Joetta Dawson Casey, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 26, 2016. Joetta was a caregiver to everyone and was a nurse for many years. She loved to oil paint, make crafts, and was handy with a hammer and drill. Joetta enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren. Joetta was born on June 24, 1947, in Oak...

Richard Glen "Rick" Harris

Richard Glen "Rick" Harris

Nov 26, 2016

Richard Glen "Rick" Harris, 60, of Henryville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2016. He was an employee for Norfolk-Southern for 20 years and the former First Officer of the SCRC 372. He was born on December 28, 1955 to the late Jack and Lucille (Dorsey) Harris. Rick is survived by his wife, Darlene (Mathley) Harris; children, Ashlie Harris,...

Murray N. Torrance

Murray N. Torrance

Nov 26, 2016

Murray N. "Jerry" Torrance, our beloved husband, father and Poppo, peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2016. He was born at home in Berea, Ohio and retired from the IRS as Regional Personnel Director. He was a man of humility, kindness, integrity and quick wit. He leaves many with fond memories. Murray was preceded in death by his parents,...

Peggie Van Dyke Binford

Peggie Van Dyke Binford

Nov 26, 2016

Peggie Van Dyke Binford, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on November 26, 2016. She retired from Diversified Health Services. Peggie was born in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Walter and Okie Jones. She is survived by her husband David Binford; children, Daryl Hollenbach (Fritz), Gretchen Burns (Jim), Melayne Van Dyke and David Van Dyke (Donna); 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren;...

Mary Monelle Hart

Mary Monelle Hart

Nov 26, 2016

Mary "Monelle" Hart, 85 of Louisville passed away Saturday, November 26, 2016 at her home. She was a book keep, homemaker and a member of Valley Station Church of Christ. She was the widow of Virgil Porter Hart of 55 years.Monelle is survived by one sister, Betty Lou Johnson and one daughter, Melissa A. Shirley.A service to celebrate her life...

Gary Newton, Sr.

Gary Newton, Sr.

Nov 25, 2016

Gary Newton, Sr., 67, of Louisville, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2016. Gary was born in Louisville on June 28, 1949 to Corbin and Ruth (DeRossett) Newton. His father preceded him in death. Gary had a love of fishing and being outdoors and was an avid UK fan. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by...

Gary Lamont Hughes

Gary Lamont Hughes

Nov 25, 2016

Gary Lamont Hughes, 61, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016. He was a member of St. Stephen Baptist Church and was an employee of the Veterans Administration Hospital.Gary is survived by his devoted wife of 26 years, Caroline Hughes; three siblings, Vernon L. Hughes, Benita J. Hughes, Russell L. Hughes; loving aunts, Betty J. Harbison, Phyllis A. Bryant, Lillie...

James Henry Simpson, Sr.

James Henry Simpson, Sr.

Nov 25, 2016

James Henry Simpson, Sr., 69, of Louisville, passed away on November 25, 2016. He was an avid UofL fan, enjoyed going fishing, bowling and playing his X-Box. One of his favorite hobbies was taking care of his fish. James is survived by his wife, Charlene Simpson; children, Lisa (Terry) Meacham, Kimberly Bolling and James H. Simpson, Jr.; grandchildren, Ashley, Aaron,...

Steven Lee Spratt

Steven Lee Spratt

Nov 24, 2016

Steven Lee Spratt, 21, of Louisville, passed away on November 24, 2016. He loved to go hunting and fishing at Rough River Lake with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Cledith Spratt and sister, Tabitha Nicole Spratt.Steven is survived by his parents, Tim and Tanna Spratt; grandparents, Shirley Spratt, Doris Jeffries and Cecil Morgan;...

Judith Rose Mcnear

Judith Rose Mcnear

Nov 23, 2016

Judith Rose "Judy" McNear, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 23, 2016. Judy was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with the kids.Judy was born on October 11, 1941, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Raymond Rennirt and Ersie Wilkins. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Kay Shuttleworth.Judy is...

Sylvia Pearl (Mann) Willett

Sylvia Pearl (Mann) Willett

Nov 23, 2016

This request Is for a prayer to a beautiful soul - Sylvia Willett. She made the transition yesterday morning.Sylvia had heart disease and had two stints put in, one in 2004 and another in 2009. In the last few months she was experiencing chronic angina that was getting worst. I was with her when she passed, she said, "she wanted...

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