Obituaries
Dr. Alphonso Brown
Nov 10, 2016
Dr. Jesse Alphonso "Al" Brown, was born November 5, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky. He returned to his heavenly Father on Thursday, November 10, 2016. Al was raised in the West End of Louisville and attended Western Junior High School in its first integrated class. He graduated from Central High School in 1962 and graduated from Wilberforce University and LaSalle University....
Stephen Lance Brown
Nov 9, 2016
Stephen L. Brown, 64, of Louisville, passed away on November 9, 2016. He was very spiritual and was active in the church when he was able to attend. Stephen enjoyed fishing, watching TV and listening to his favorite music. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherry Brown; father, Garvin Brown; brother, Thomas "Tubby" Brown and step-son, James Shultz.Stephen...
John William Shepherd, Sr.
Nov 9, 2016
John William Shepherd, Sr., 69, loving father and grandfather, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. He retired from LG&E and was a United States Army veteran. John was considered a hero to many and will be greatly missed.He was born on July 3, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Alex, Sr., and Hazel (Colwell) Shepherd....
Glenn Biddix
Nov 8, 2016
Glenn Biddix, 64, of Louisville, passed away suddenly on November 8, 2016. Glenn was born in Louisville on December 17, 1951 to the late Sherman Biddix and Regina Hayden. He was raised in Town Creek, Alabama by Blue Boy and Mable Nance before moving back to Louisville where he spent his adult life.He is survived by his son, Damon Biddix...
Ronald Glen Sims
Nov 8, 2016
Ronald Glen "Ron" Sims, 52, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 8, 2016. He was an avid model car builder and computer gamester. Ron was born on January 2, 1964, in Fort Knox, Kentucky to Glen Sims and the late Christine (Dennison) Sims. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Lawrence William "Bill" Sims and his sister,...
Charles Driesman
Nov 8, 2016
Charles W. "Charlie" Driesman, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 8, 2016. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 26 years of service and was a member of Crestwood Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge of Lyndon #960. Charlie was born on April 14, 1928, Louisville, Kentucky to the late William and Gertrude...
Basil Clay, Jr.
Nov 8, 2016
Basil Clay, Jr., age 64, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016. He was formerly employed with Winn Dixie and most recently Purnell's in Simpsonville, Kentucky. He was a UofK fan and loved cars. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Clay; and his parents, Basil Clay, Sr. and Evelyn Mae Ashby Clay.Basil is survived by his...
David L. Boyd, Jr.
Nov 8, 2016
David L. Boyd Jr., 61, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 8, 2016. He retired as a mechanic from B.P. Moser Road and was active biker. Dave was born on October 11, 1955 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late David and Ada (Evans) Boyd. He was also preceded in death by his brother Harold Page Sr.Dave is survived by...
Kathleen Diana Hunt
Nov 7, 2016
Kathleen Diana "Kathy" (Phillips) Hunt, 73, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Monday, November 7, 2016. She worked as a computer programmer for University of Louisville School for many years. Kathleen enjoyed the outdoors, animals, reading, and spending time with her family. She was born on January 17, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to Clifford and Dorothy (Johnson) Phillips. Along...
Rebecca Pearson
Nov 7, 2016
Rebecca "Toot" Pearson, 65, of Louisville, KY passed away on November 7, 2016. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and friend.She was preceded in death by Precious Michelle Effinger.Rebecca is survived by her children, Willie Pearson, Tyrone Pearson, Demetrius Pearson and Commen Pearson; grandchildren, Tyrone Pearson, Jr., Tyon Pearson, Demetrius Pearson, Jr., Maurice Taylor, Regan Pearson, Aaiden Pearson...
Mary Lou Alvey Stanfield
Nov 7, 2016
Mary Lou "Sissy" Alvey Stanfield, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 7, 2016. Sissy was born on August 26, 1935, Louisville, Kentucky to the late John and Mary (Long) Alvey. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John "Junior" Stanfield and her daughter, Linda Stanfield Gilmore.Sissy is survived by her daughters, Lynn Boles (Jim) and Judy...
Amber Marie Williams
Nov 6, 2016
Amber Marie Williams, 26, of Louisville, passed away unexpectedly on November 6, 2016. Amber was born in Louisville on August 21, 1990 to Brian and Tina Williams. She graduated from Butler High School in 2008. She enjoyed gaming, especially Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons. Amber was a free spirit who was full of life, she will be remembered...
William Cornett
Nov 6, 2016
Cornett, William, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 6, 2016.He was born on June 7, 1942 in Avawam, Kentucky to the late James and Polly Cornett. He was also preceded in death by several brothers and sisters.He retired from GAB Inc, after 48 years of service. William was a member of the Elks Lodge of Lyndon, No. 2052....
Robert Stafford
Nov 6, 2016
Robert "Bob" Stafford, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 6, 2016. He retired from G.E. after 37 years of service. Bob was born on March 8, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Carl and Mildred (Jackson) Stafford. Bob is survived by his son, Brian (Angela) Stafford, grandchildren Christopher and Kayley, brother Steve (Linda) Stafford and nephew Michael...
Derek Edward Woods
Nov 6, 2016
Derek Edward Woods, 29, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 6, 2016. He was an avid fan of the Louisville Cardinals. Derek enjoyed camping, boating, and every opportunity he had to spend time with his family. He was born on April 13, 1987 in Louisville, Kentucky to Edward and Sherry (Abel) Woods. Along with his...
Lewis O. Morrison
Nov 5, 2016
Lewis "Lou" Morrison., 68, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016. He retired from Sodrel Trucking after 30 years of service and was a United States Air Force veteran. Lou enjoyed working at the American Legion Post 42 in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, for many years as the bartender and cook. At the Legion, he helped with...
Ricky Henderson
Nov 5, 2016
Ricky Henderson, 38, of Shepherdsville, passed away on November 5, 2016. Ricky was born in Louisville on July 21, 1978 to Rick Henderson and Cathy Corbin. He enjoyed working on cars and being outdoors. He played football in high school and followed UofL Cardinal sports throughout his life. His greatest joy was when his beloved son, JoJo, was born.In addition...
Paul Wilson
Nov 5, 2016
Paul "Pappy" Gordon Wilson, 73, of Portland, KY passed away on November 5, 2016. He retired from West-End supermarket, was a faithful member of West End General Baptist Church and a devoted and proud resident of Portland, KY. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Anna Wilson; daughter, Donna Faye Wilson; son, Leon Smith; sister, Penny...
Ronald A. Banet
Nov 5, 2016
Ronald A. Banet, 51, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016. He was an employee at TGI Missouri in New Albany. Ronnie was an avid Indianapolis Colts fan and liked watching WWE. He also enjoyed shopping and was always in search of the next great bargain. Ronnie loved his family and especially cherished the gatherings they...
Jean Marie Peak
Nov 5, 2016
Jean Marie Peak, age 89, of Louisville, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2016. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and St. Anthony School of Nursing. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, William Joseph Peak. She was the matriarch of the family for many years. Jean is survived by her loving sister, Mae Alice Salkeld; eight children,...
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