Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Roger F. Baker
Sep 9, 2016
Roger F. Baker, 65, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016. He was born on September 2, 1951, in Clarksville, Indiana, to Charles and Hazle (Payne) Baker. Roger was the owner and operator of Old Hippies Jewelry, and known as the "Hemp Man". He handcrafted stones and also did wire wrapping. Roger was a member of...
Earl Alan Fansler
Sep 8, 2016
Earl Alan Fansler, 83, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016. He was born on November 25, 1932, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Noble and Esperance (Hilt) Young. Earl worked as a professional photographer for many years, and also for Kroger Foods after he retired. He was a United States Marine veteran. Earl enjoyed music, photography, and...
Earl Vernon Troncin
Sep 8, 2016
Earl Vernon Troncin, 85, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016. He was a United States Army veteran who always enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and card games.He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley P. & Mamie F. (Wiseman) Troncin; son, David Troncin; brothers, Wayne, Gerald, & Donald; sisters, Imogene & Ruth; and great-grandson, Nikolas.Earl is...
Juanita P. Dunn
Sep 8, 2016
Juanita P. Dunn, age 94, went home to start her eternal life with her Lord and Savior. She was born August 13, 1922 in Indiana. She lived in Dallas, New Orleans, Oklahoma City and Louisville, KY. She was married to Eugene Dunn for 29 years, until his passing in 1974. She was a member of the First Church of God...
Dustin Brice Lighter
Sep 8, 2016
Dustin Lighter, 25, of Bardstown, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016. He was the assistant manager for Valvoline Oil Change in Louisville and Shepherdsville. He was the owner and operator of Dustin's Lawn Equipment and Repair. Dustin loved to hunt and was a handyman to anyone who needed his help. Overall he was a great father, son, brother,...
Kathleen Van De Streek
Sep 7, 2016
Kathleen Van De Streek, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 7, 2016 Kathleen was born on October 12, 1943 in St. Louis, Michigan to the late Norman and Vera (Miller) Wells. Kathleen is survived by her son, Grant (Luerean) Van De Streek, daughter, Cheryl (William) Van De Streek-Wright, three grandchildren; Derek, Willow, and Andy. Per Kathleen's wishes cremation...
Robert Miles Norton
Sep 7, 2016
Robert Miles "Nube" Norton, 90, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016, at his home. He was born on July 6, 1926, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Frank and Nell (Carson) Norton. Robert was a draftsman at DuPont for over 30 years and was a United States Navy veteran. He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing,...
Amanda Buffat
Sep 7, 2016
Amanda Lynn Buffat, age 33, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2016. A graduate of Bellarmine College and Indiana Wesleyan College, she was employed with Altruis. She was a member of Melbourne Heights Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Ida Buffat; and her grandfather, Richard Eberenz.Amanda is survived by her loving son, Cameron; parents, Barry...
Thomas Woods
Sep 7, 2016
Thomas Everett Woods of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. He retired from Southeastern Paper Company. Tom was born on April 29, 1927, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas and Virginia Woods. Tom is survived by his wife of 65 years, Doris M. Woods (Molly); and daughter, Jane Woods. Visitation will be from 9:30am until the...
Milton Arthur Kays, Sr.
Sep 6, 2016
Milton Arthur Kays, Sr., 76, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. He was a United States Air Force veteran and worked as a certified maintenance engineer. He enjoyed fishing and hunting.He was born on January 20, 1940 in Newton, New Jersey to the late Kenneth Jacob & Martha Elizabeth (Schubert) Kays. Along with his parents, he...
Theresa Carmen Steely (Shambo)
Sep 6, 2016
Steely, Theresa Carmen Shambo, 90, of Louisville, Kentucky joined her loved ones in Heaven on September 6, 2016. Theresa was born on March 13, 1926, in Middlebury, Vermont to the late George and Ada Shambo. She graduated with honors from Middlebury High School in 1944, then attended Mildred Elly Secretarial School. Theresa was a faithful contributor to her family, church...
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