Obituaries
Carl William Humphrey
Nov 30, 2016
Carl William Humphrey, 75, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. He was an employee at Flexible Materials in Jeffersonville. Carl was an avid NASCAR fan and follower of #88. He enjoyed fishing, as well as working out in the yard and spending time in nature. He could be described as a great man that cherished the...
Charles Shelton Davis
Nov 30, 2016
Charles Shelton "Chuck" Davis, 82, of Louisville, passed away on November 30, 2016. Chuck was born in Owensboro, KY on October 16, 1934 to the late Alexander and Etta Mae Davis. He worked as an auto mechanic in Louisville for many years before retiring in 2000. He enjoyed HAM Radio, having breakfast with his buddies at Hardee's, visiting with friends...
Dora Pauline Sawyer
Nov 30, 2016
Dora Pauline Sawyer, 85, of Louisville, was called Home to be with her Heavenly Father, on November 30, 2016, surrounded by her family and friends. She was a faithful member of New Covenant Church of God. She was dedicated to her church family and was a strong prayer warrior. Pauline was a devoted, loving wife and mother who loved her...
Rose Dailey
Nov 29, 2016
Rose Dailey, 55, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. She was a long-time member of Scottsville Christian Church.Rose is survived by her daughter, Melissa Matthews (Chris); mother, Catherine LaVerne (Chambers) Dailey; brother, Jason Dailey (Tasha); and one niece. She is preceded in death by her father, Thomas Dailey; and sister, Cathy Sue Dailey.Memorial visitation will...
Wanda (Powell) Bryant
Nov 29, 2016
Wanda (Powell) Bryant, 66, of Louisville, passed away on November 29, 2016. Wanda was born in Louisville on August 27, 1950 to the late Clarence and Elnora Young. She worked as a Foster Granny at McFerran Elementary School and was an Usher and longtime member of St. Mark AME Church.In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by...
Hobert Louis Burkhead
Nov 29, 2016
Hobert Louis Burkhead, age 86, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2016. He was a member of Southeast Christian Church and retired from GMAC after 41 years of dedicated service. He loved flying, playing golf and traveling with his wife Barbara in their RV. He was born in Hardin County, Kentucky, to the late Archie and Ella Mae Burkhead....
Patrick Peabody
Nov 29, 2016
Patrick "Mike" Peabody, 53, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Signature Healthcare South. He was born in Neubruke, Germany on October 23, 1963 to the late Robert E. and Patricia Mae Peabody.He worked at SWH Supply Company and was a member of Grace Church.Patrick is survived by his siblings, Robert E. (JoAnn) Peabody, Jr., Victoria...
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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;...
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