Obituaries
Faurest Leo Klinglesmith Jr.
Jul 19, 2016
At the age of 69, Faurest Leo Klinglesmith, Jr. of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 19, 2016 following a year and a half long battle with lung cancer. He passed away with his wife by his side. On March 10, 1947, Faurest was born to the union of Faurest Leo Klinglesmith, Sr. and Juanita Adams, both of whom preceded...
Catherine Mitchell
Jul 18, 2016
Catherine Marie (Buckner) Taylor Mitchell, 87, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away on July 18, 2016 in New Albany, Indiana. Catherine was a dedicated member of Howards Chapel Baptist Church. She was a faithful usher board member, a missionary, and a former member of Eastern Star. Catherine loved playing Bingo and Spades with her cousins, Clara and Ellen Smith, and best...
Leah Rayh. Janes
Jul 18, 2016
Leah Ray Hanna Janes, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Monday, July 18, 2016 at her patio home in Middletown, KY. She loved her home, family and friends. Leah loved to spend time cooking for everyone on birthdays and holidays. She enjoyed the arts and her working days at Frame House Gallery. Leah loved spending time with her girlfriends, attending...
Roy Dean Bruner
Jul 18, 2016
Roy Dean Bruner, 51, of Louisville passed away on July 18, 2016. Roy was born in Louisville on March 2, 1965 to the late Joseph and Kathleen Bruner. He and his wife, Sandy, ran an ice cream truck business in Louisville for many years. He was a UofL Cardinal football and basketball fan and enjoyed visiting the casino.Roy is survived...
Rita Marie(Hardt) Lueke
Jul 18, 2016
Rita Marie (Hardt) Lueke, 84, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016 at her home. She was a long time member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church in Floyds Knobs, Indiana and a 1950 graduate of Mercy Academy in Louisville. Rita enjoyed quilting, sewing, and knitting. She was an avid bridge player, and had a...
Helen Pedigo
Jul 18, 2016
Helen Pedigo, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 18, 2016. She was owner and operator of Ms. Helen's Daycare for 30 plus years. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Helen was born on February 22, 1944 in Winchester, Kentucky to the late Millard and Viola (Woosley) Howard. She was also preceded in death by her...
Gladys E. Watts
Jul 17, 2016
Gladys E. Watts, 83, passed away on July 17, 2016. She had a forgiving heart and a giving spirit. She was loved by all and will truly be missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Watts; daughter, Joyce Goeing and 3 brothers.Gladys is survived by her children, Shirley Divins, Jane (A.J.) Pulvirenti, Jeffery (Deannna) Watts, Teresa...
Quade Alec Arnold
Jul 17, 2016
Quade Alec Arnold, 23, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on July 17, 2016, in Louisville, Kentucky. Quade was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on November 24, 1992. He graduated from New Albany High School in 2010, and also from Ivy Tech Community College in 2015 with a Associates Degree in Business Management. Quade was an avid UofL fan, Green Bay Packer...
Mary Catherine Carr
Jul 17, 2016
Mary Catherine Carr, age 94 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2016. She was born in Louisville on September 11, 1921 to the late James and Amanda Dewitt. Mary was a long-time member of Buechel Park Baptist Church. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin T. Carr. Mary is survived by her loving sons,...
Karen Lester
Jul 17, 2016
Karen Elizabeth Lester, age 61 of Pewee Valley, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2016. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Pewee Valley. She loved to travel, sewing and was devoted to her family. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, William and Tillie Durham.Karen is survived by her daughter, Christie Lester; grandchildren, Sierra, Sydney...
David Leo Milam
Jul 16, 2016
David Leo Milam, 77, passed away on July 16, 2016. He retired from the Louisville Water Company and CRS Demolition.He is preceded in death by his parents, Sherman and Helen Louise Milam; brother, Paul Milam; sisters, Dorothy Lindsey, Nancy Meredith, Marion Blevins and Sharon O'Bannon.David is survived by his sons, Ronnie Milam and Damien Wagner, grandson, Seth Wagner; siblings, Janet...
Herman Joseph"Junie" Bachman, Jr.
Jul 16, 2016
Herman Joseph "Junie" Bachman, Jr., 86, a devoted husband and father, of Lanesville, Indiana passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 16, 2016. He retired from General Electric and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lanesville, as well as the Knights of Columbus Council 1808 in Lanesville. Junie was a devout Catholic and was well known for his...
Darren Patrick Megenity
Jul 16, 2016
Darren Patrick Megenity, 52, of New Albany, Indiana passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 16, 2016. He was a gentle son, brother, and father that loved nature and animals. He was born on August 2, 1963 in Louisville, Kentucky to Victor and Jean (Deatrich) Megenity. Along with his parents, Darren is survived by his sister, Tresa; and children, Grace and...
Dr. Dorismarieday Mcdowell
Jul 15, 2016
Dr. Doris Marie Day McDowell, 91, passed away on July 15, 2016. She was born December 23, 1924 in Louisville, KY to the late John and Beulah Day. Doris led a successful career in nursing and education. She was a member of the U.S. Army Nurse Cadet Corps during World War II and continued her education earning her Bachelor of...
Darleen Gail Jernigan
Jul 15, 2016
Darleen Gail Jernigan, 69, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 15, 2016. Darleen was born on March 18, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Leo and Geraldine Probst. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Joyce Keith. Darleen is survived by her two sons, Scott Burden and Larry Jernigan; grandchildren, Kayla Jernigan and Justin Jernigan; great-grandchildren,...
Angela Jeanette(Ferry) Stamper
Jul 15, 2016
Angela Jeanette (Ferry) Stamper, 47, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on July 15, 2016, in Louisville, KY. Angie was a truly caring person who always put others needs before her own. She had a passion for animals and loved rock music. Angie worked as a registered nurse for Baptist Hospital-East for over 15 years. She is survived by her husband,...
Henry Norman"Hank" Nolet
Jul 15, 2016
Henry Norman "Hank" Nolet, 83, of Memphis, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2016. He was a United State Army veteran and retired from Owl Rock Products. Hank was a member of the American Legion Post 204 in Sellersburg and Memphis Community Church. He was born on March 6, 1933 in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Alfred and...
Thelma Heaton
Jul 15, 2016
Thelma "Sis" Heaton, 59, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 15, 2016. She was retired. Thelma was born on April 5, 1957 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late John and Margaret (Morgan) Heaton. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Wanda Jean Heaton. Thelma is survived by her brothers, James Heaton, Victor Heaton, Robert Heaton, John Heaton,...
Pamela Krupp
Jul 15, 2016
Pamela Krupp, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 15, 2016. She retired in 2011 from Farmer's Bank in Danville, Kentucky after 13 years of service. She was also employed at Wilson and Muir Bank in Bardstown, Kentucky for 13 years. Pam was a 1964 graduate of Durrett High School. Pam was born on March 7, 1946 in Louisville,...
Norma Jean(Mclean) Elzy
Jul 15, 2016
Norma Jean (McLean) Elzy, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away peacefully on Friday, July 15, 2016. She enjoyed both reading and fishing. Norma Jean was an avid lover of and advocate for cats. She was born on April 24, 1946 in Louisville to the late Joseph and Lena McLean. Norma Jean is survived by her husband, Delbert Elzy; children, Kevin...
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