Obituaries
Robert J. Shaver
Jul 10, 2016
Robert J. "Shorty" Shaver, 75, of Lanesville, Indiana, passed away on July 10, 2016, in New Albany, Indiana. Shorty was born in Simpsonville, Kentucky, on March 7, 1941. He retired from Invensys Ltd. and then worked for Bumper to Bumper. Shorty was an avid UK fan and enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in...
Phyllis Annemarcum Sistrunk
Jul 10, 2016
Phyllis Anne Marcum Sistrunk, 43, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital.She is survived by her parents, Russell and Nina Marcum; children, Alex, Sierra, Ryan and Reece Sistrunk; sister, Shelia Marcum and her three children and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial gathering will be Thursday, July 14, 2016...
Dorothy Rosenbaum
Jul 9, 2016
Dorothy Rosenbaum passed away July 9, 2016 just 37 days shy of her 100th birthday.She was a member of Southeast Christian Church and a retired secretary of Calvary Lutheran Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Rosenbaum, Sr.; and siblings, Florence Yates (Dave), Thelma Northcut (Preston), and Paul Weisser (Evelyn).She is survived by three children, Marianne Brown,...
Victoria Lynn Woodcock
Jul 8, 2016
Victoria Lynn "Vicky" Woodcock, age 57, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 8, 2016. She was a member of Lakewood Baptist Church, and was an avid LSU Tiger fan. "GEAUX TIGERS! " She was a ministry assistant at the Kentucky Baptist Convention.Vicky is survived by her husband, Dean Woodcock; daughter, Misty Wright and her husband Jeff; son,...
James Howard Pierce Sr.
Jul 8, 2016
James Howard Pierce, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Friday, July 8, 2016 at Baptist Health Louisville. He was born in Flint, Michigan on February 25, 1933 to the late Howard and Dorothy Pierce. He was retired as a Command Sergeant Major with the United States ArmyIn addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife,...
Robert Leland Burba
Jul 7, 2016
Robert Leland "Bobby" Burba, 51 passed away suddenly on July 7, 2016. He enjoyed boating, cliff diving, spending time at the lake and horse back riding. Bobby was full of life and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was always there to lend a helping hand and he loved his rescue dog, Jack. Bobby was an avid...
Robert James Kennedy
Jul 6, 2016
Robert James "Bob" Kennedy, 74, of Louisville passed away July 6, 2016 due to complications from surgery. After 25 years of working for Bunny Bread he worked other jobs until his death. He served 4 years in the US Army and was a member of Boaz Masonic Lodge #850 for 47 years. He is survived by his wife, Sharon (Eisert)...
Steven Earl Sheckell
Jul 6, 2016
Steven Earl Sheckell, 60, passed away on July 6, 2016, at his home with his family by his side, in Georgetown, Indiana. Steve was born in New Albany, Indiana, on February 2, 1956, to Elden and Elizabeth (Mayfield) Sheckell. He owned and operated a plumbing business for over 20 years and was a member of Edwardsville United Methodist Church. Steve...
George Johnson
Jul 6, 2016
George Johnson, 56, of Louisville, passed away on July 6, 2016. George was born in Louisville on July 16, 1959 to the late Charles Johnson and Diane Whitlow. He worked in the steel industry and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing golf in his spare time.In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nevaeh Lee Wilson....
James Benedict Fenwick
Jul 6, 2016
James Benedict "Sam" Fenwick, 72, passed away on July 6, 2016, in Louisville, Kentucky. Sam was born in Springfield, Kentucky, on August 12, 1943, to Joseph and Nancy (Wright) Fenwick. Sam worked in the construction business for many years and attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in his earlier years. He was a United States Air Force veteran...
Norman Douglas Atkinson
Jul 5, 2016
Norman Douglas Atkinson, 72, was born on January 7, 1944 to the late Loyd and Mildred Horne Atkinson. He was a United States Marine Veteran, past post commander of AMVETS Post 9, and past second district commander for the State of Kentucky. He was a member of the Paralyzed Veterans (PVA) and was a Kentucky Colonel.He is survived by his...
Darlene Nell Cowley
Jul 5, 2016
Darlene Nell Cowley, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2016. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on February 27, 1944 to the late George and Grady Smith.In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Smith. Darlene is survived by her beloved husband of 23 years, Charles Cowley; two children, Kelly...
Patricia (Flaherty) Johnson
Jul 5, 2016
Patricia Marie Johnson (Flaherty), 60, of Anchorage passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2016 surrounded by her family. Pat was a loving wife and mother and worked for the Louisville VA until her retirement. She also served her country and family by supporting her husband during his three tours of duty overseas. She is preceded in death by her parents,...
Brenda Carol(Smith) Jones
Jul 5, 2016
Brenda Carol (Smith) Jones, 65, of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on July 5, 2016. She was born on May 2, 1951, in Hazard, Kentucky, to James and Ida Mae (Henson) Jessee. Brenda worked in sales for many years and later was a waitress. She enjoyed walking, riding motorcycles, and roller skating. Brenda also loved to spoil all her grandchildren. Along...
Joseph R. Thomas Jr.
Jul 5, 2016
Joseph Russell "Joe" Thomas Jr., age 75, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2016.Joe graduated from Southern High School in 1958. He was an electrician by trade, and took pride in the many projects that he contributed to, around the Louisville area. He was a former business owner, union steward, and project manager. He retired from Ready Electric...
Helen Louise Coan
Jul 5, 2016
Helen Louise Coan, 82, of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at Lincoln Hills Nursing Home. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky on June 2, 1934 to the late Layton and Edna Surber. She was a homemaker and a member of the DAR. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and touched many peoples lives. In addition...
Berniece Banet
Jul 5, 2016
Berniece (Schmidt) Banet, 90, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday morning, July 5, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Floyds Knobs and member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church. Berniece was the past president of Christian Mothers and was very involved with volunteering at Floyd Memorial Hospital and at the St. Vincent DePaul soup kitchen....
William Murphy, Jr.
Jul 5, 2016
William Murphy, Jr., age 85, of Finchville, KY., passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016. He was born on July 20, 1930 in Finchville, KY., to the late William Murphy, Sr. and Sarah Sheckles Murphy. William was a member of the Elk Creek Missionary Baptist Church, the Brotherhood singing group, and served as treasurer and member of the Deacon Board. William...
Stephanie Marion (Melnick) Carter
Jul 4, 2016
Carter (Melnick), Stephanie Marion, 68, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 4, 2016. Stephanie was born on November 26, 1947, in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Andrew and Marion Melnick. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Michael Melnick. She grew up in Barrington, RI and graduated from Barrington High School in 1965. Stephanie attended Hood...
Christopher David Watson
Jul 4, 2016
Christopher David Watson, 46, of Cox's Creek, KY passed away on July 4, 2016. Chris was born in Bowling Green, KY on May 13, 1970 to the late Donnie and Florence Watson. He moved to the Fern Creek area of Louisville at a young age and graduated from Fern Creek High School in 1990. He worked for Diageo in Shively....
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