Obituaries

Catherine Elizabeth (Abell) Williams

Catherine Elizabeth (Abell) Williams

Sep 16, 2016

Catherine Elizabeth "Cathy/ Hustie" (Abell) Williams, 63, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 16, 2016. She loved her home and taking care of her family and pets. Cathy was an Army Veteran. Cathy was born on February 27, 1953, in New Albany, Indiana to the late William Thomas and Delia Catherine (Allen) Abell. She was also preceded in death...

Braxton Lee Cook

Braxton Lee Cook

Sep 16, 2016

Braxton Lee Cook, infant son of Sean Cook and Angela Gentry, passed away in New Albany, Indiana, on September 14, 2016.Braxton is survived by his parents, Angela Gentry and Sean Cook; brothers, Isaiah and Jensen Cook; grandparents, Robin and Terry Gentry and Barbara and Richie Tyre; along with extended family.Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September...

J. Douglas Turner

J. Douglas Turner

Sep 15, 2016

J. Douglas Turner (75), attorney, father, grandfather and friend passed away on September 15th after battling cancer for several years. Doug was born in Trigg County, Kentucky to parents Lennis and Edith Turner.Doug was the proud father of Tiffany (Turner) Etzel who resides in Lincolnshire, Illinois with her husband, Brian, and their children, Emery and Tucker. He also leaves his...

Wanda L. Darnell

Wanda L. Darnell

Sep 15, 2016

Wanda L."MiMi" Darnell, 85, passed away on September 15, 2016. She was a former employee of the Radford Company and retired from Glenn's Commercial Service. Wanda enjoyed traveling, camping and playing cards with friends and family. She was an avid fisherman and loved her gambling trips. Wanda was a loving mother, wife, companion, MiMi, sister-in-law, aunt and friend.She was preceded...

Dorothy Alean Watson

Dorothy Alean Watson

Sep 14, 2016

Dorothy Alean Watson, age 82, of Eminence, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2016. She retired from the State of Kentucky in 1999, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Eminence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Watson; her daughter, Teresa Watson; her son, Anthony Watson; her parents, George and Mamie Wayne Blade; and her sisters,...

William Day Cotter

William Day Cotter

Sep 14, 2016

Cotter, William Day "Bill", 91, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 14, 2016. He was born on March 27, 1925, in Elmhurst, Illinois to the late Stewart and Viola Cotter. Bill was a WWII Veteran, Purple Heart recipient. He received his Bachelors Degree at the Art Institute of Chicago. He then worked as an Art Director and Artist for...

Elsie M. Stivers

Elsie M. Stivers

Sep 14, 2016

Elsie M. Stivers, 84, passed away on September 14, 2016. She enjoyed going to yard sales, gardening, cooking and was a huge animal lover. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Stivers.Elsie is survived by her daughter, Linda Simpson; grandsons, Thomas W. (Sherri) Probus, Jr., Donald (Pam) B. Willis and Jimmy (Carolyn) Willis; great-grandchildren, Sean Willis, Christopher Embry,...

Pamela Braden Turner

Pamela Braden Turner

Sep 14, 2016

Pamela Braden Turner, 59, of Bardstown, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 15, 1957 to Myrtle Braden and the late Boyd Braden. Pamela is survived by her beloved companion of 24 years, Darin Fogle; three children, Angela Turner, Chris Braden and Haley Fogle; her mother, Myrtle...

Paula Jolynn(Wright) Kellams

Paula Jolynn(Wright) Kellams

Sep 13, 2016

Paula Jo Lynn (Wright) Kellams, 62, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. She was somewhat of a trend setter, enjoying fashion as well as all types of music. Paula was an avid animal lover, possessed a great sense of humor, and was always full of surprises. She was born on February 1, 1954 in New...

Mary L. Bruner

Mary L. Bruner

Sep 13, 2016

Mary L. Bruner, 75, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 13, 2016 surrounded by family. She retired from Horner Novelty.Mary was born on September 8, 1941, in Memphis, Tennessee to the late John and Harriet (Frakes) Fitzgerald. She was also preceded in death by her brother, John William Fitzgerald Jr.Mary is survived by her children, Youlanda Kay Hansen (Scott)...

Dr. Johnmalcolm Shepherd, Optometrist

Dr. Johnmalcolm Shepherd, Optometrist

Sep 13, 2016

John Malcolm Shepherd - 65LaGrange, KYDr. John M. Shepherd, Optometrist, died on September 13, 2016 at the Baptist Health Hospital in Louisville, KY. He was born on May 25, 1951 in LaGrange, KY. Dr. Shepherd attended and completed schools at Oldham County High School, Western KY University, and received his Graduate in Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in...

Louis Oliver Taylor, Jr.

Louis Oliver Taylor, Jr.

Sep 13, 2016

Louis Oliver Taylor, Jr., 65, of Louisville, passed away on September 13, 2016. Louis was born in Louisville on January 20, 1951, Louisville to the late Louis and Doris Taylor. Survivors include his sister, Catherine Williams; nephews, Sylvester Leonard Wallace, Jr. and Dashawn James Taylor; niece, Jameka Andrea Harper; great-nephews, Braylan Wallace and Keith Leslie Hathaway, Jr.; and great-nieces, Shawnay...

Elizabeth E. Maratty

Elizabeth E. Maratty

Sep 13, 2016

Elizabeth E. Maratty, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at Norton Suburban Hospital. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on October 31, 1934.She is preceded in death by her husband, John Albert Maratty, Sr.; four children, Larry E Maratty, John Maratty, Jr., Gary Maratty and Denise Gill. Elizabeth is survived by her beloved daughters, Kasondra...

Gregory Michael Love

Gregory Michael Love

Sep 12, 2016

Gregory Michael Love, 37, a loving and dedicated father, of Georgetown, Indiana, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2016. He was an avid, talented, and successful fisherman. Greg always put others before himself and could easily be described as a loyal friend. He was born on December 30, 1978 in New Albany, Indiana to Mary (Wilcox) Love and the late...

Marie (Stewart) King

Marie (Stewart) King

Sep 12, 2016

Marie (Stewart) King, 100, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2016. She was an avid doll and post card collector and was also employed with Sears and Roebuck and JC Penny. Marie was born on February 4, 1916 in Sample, Kentucky to the late JR and Flora Stewart. She was also preceded in death by her husbands...

Hazel C. Davis

Hazel C. Davis

Sep 12, 2016

Hazel C. Davis, 88, went to be with the Lord on September 12, 2016. She was a member of Grace Praise and Worship. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Davis and son, Rick Davis.Hazel is survived by her children, Rex Davis, Betty (John) Rich and Randy (Donna) Davis; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and daughter-in-law, Janet Davis.Visitation will...

James Michael Elkins

James Michael Elkins

Sep 11, 2016

James Michael "Big Mike" Elkins, 59, passed away on September 11, 2016, at Jewish Hospital. He was born October 24, 1956, in Fort Knox, KY and was a 1975 graduate of Valley High School. Mike was an independent taxi driver, a profession he loved and was well suited for, because of his friendly and outgoing personality. He was genuinely interested...

Michael Wayne Estes

Michael Wayne Estes

Sep 10, 2016

Michael Wayne Estes, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Baptist Health Louisville. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 14, 1949 to the late Jesse and Lois Estes. He was a member of Arcade Baptist Church.In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a sister, Gloria Ballard. Michael is survived...

J. Franklin Chapman

J. Franklin Chapman

Sep 9, 2016

J. Franklin Chapman, 77, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 9, 2016. He retired from Mason-Dixon Trucking after working there for many years. He was a member of the Local 89 Teamsters. He was an outdoor person and loved to go hunting, fishing, and boating. J. was born on October 18, 1938, in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky to the late Durward...

Cheryl Ellegood-Gaffigan

Cheryl Ellegood-Gaffigan

Sep 9, 2016

Cheryl "Sis Anne" Ellegood-Gaffigan , 56, of Fairdale, Kentucky passed away on September 9, 2016 after a short, hard fought battle with lung cancer. She grew up in Middletown, IL. Cheryl was a free-spirit who loved to dance and write poetry. She dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. Cheryl was a hard worker who inspired her employees to...

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