Obituaries

Donald Edward Burns

Donald Edward Burns

Jul 1, 2014

Donald Edward "Eddie" Burns, 56, passed away on July 1, 2014. He was an auto mechanic and an avid baseball fan. He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Helen Burns; brother, Terry Burns and sister, Pat Heibert.He is survived by his sisters, Bonnie (Terry) Gilpin, Judi (Doug) Dearmond and Kelly (Barry) Scott; grandchildren, Steve E. Swartz, Aaron...

Virginia Johnson

Virginia Johnson

Jul 1, 2014

Virginia Ann "Ginny" Johnson, 59, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. She retired from Colgate Palmolive after over 20 years of dedicated service. Ginny was a member of Park Christian Church, former Chairperson for the United Way, enjoyed volunteering for Kosair's Childrens Hospital, she was an avid IU fan, and had played in many women's...

Jerome Buehner

Jerome Buehner

Jul 1, 2014

Jerry was called home on July 1, 2014. He was born to Mildred and Al on December 9, 1935. He retired from A & P Grocery after 25 years of service.He is survived by his wife of almost 57 years, June, two sons; Rusty (Julie) and Robby (Jodi), seven grandchildren; Brook, Samantha, Olivia, Hannah, Elizabeth, Abby and Jake; one great-grandchild,...

Wesley Bruce Lefler

Wesley Bruce Lefler

Jul 1, 2014

Wesley Bruce "Pop" Lefler, 85, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2014. He was a retired brick and stone mason. Wesley enjoyed to karaoke and was a member of the Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge, as well as the American Legion Post 28 Bonnie Sloan. Wesley was born on May 6, 1929 in Albemarle, North Carolina to the late Wesley Gannon and...

Dilly Carol(Dyer) Thaxton

Dilly Carol(Dyer) Thaxton

Jun 30, 2014

Dilly "Carol" (Dyer) Thaxton, 67, of Lanesville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2014. Carol was a retired English teacher at Butler Traditional High School and was also a member at Northside Christian Church where she was actively involved in the Grief Share Program. Carol was born on July 25, 1946 in Glasgow, Kentucky to the late Martin W....

Robert Devries

Robert Devries

Jun 30, 2014

DeVries, Robert M., 78 passed away June 30th.Born in Rochester, MN to Steven and Randy Stensrud DeVries, he is a 1954 graduate of Rochester High School. Bob spent 2 years in the US Navy aboard the USS Bennington. He was a shoe store operator in Naples, FL., and later retired to Louisville, KY with his wife Connie to be near...

Austin &Norma Smith

Austin &Norma Smith

Jun 30, 2014

Austin L. & Norma (Rogge) Smith, 89 & 87, of New Albany, Indiana went to be with the Lord the last weekend of June 2014. Austin & Norma were happily married for 60 years. Austin was a veteran of the United States Army and served during World War II. They are survived by siblings, Bob, Jim & Coleman Smith, Twila...

Carol Smith

Carol Smith

Jun 30, 2014

Carol Evelyn (Ball) Smith, 59, of Hardinsburg, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2014. Carol loved; watching movies, shopping and playing bingo. Carol was born on August 27, 1954 in Daviess County, Kentucky to the late Woodrow and Laura Jane (Wells) Ball. Carol is also preceded in death by her son Benjamin Underwood. She is survived by her husband...

Karyn Dabney Julian

Karyn Dabney Julian

Jun 29, 2014

Julian, Karyn Dabney "KJ", 60, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on June 29, 2014. She retired from Bell South and was a member of N Street Baptist Church. Karyn was born on November 11, 1953, in Fort Dix, New Jersey to the late Alfred and Dorothy Dabney. Karyn is survived by her husband of 18 years, Phillip R. Julian; children,...

Janis E. Vanpelt

Janis E. Vanpelt

Jun 29, 2014

Janis E. VanPelt age 67, of Simpsonville, Kentucky was called home on June 29, 2014 to be with her heavenly family. She is the daughter of the late John E. and Jean Doty of Memphis,Michigan. Janis was a life skills teacher in St. Clair, Michigan, she enjoyed mission work, traveling with family, spending time outside working in her gardens and...

Kathleen Patricia Huffman

Kathleen Patricia Huffman

Jun 29, 2014

Kathleen Patricia Huffman age 78 was called home to be with her Heavenly Family on June 29, 2014. She enjoyed taking care of her husband June, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchild whom she cherished.She is survived by her husband June of 50 plus years, 2 children; Terry(Terry) Roberson and Tony(Ellen), grandchildren; Nicky(Ben)Porter, Cody(Ceciley)Roberson and Stephanie(Daniel)Button along with...

Prentice Robin Berkley

Prentice Robin Berkley

Jun 28, 2014

Prentice Robin Berkley, age 54 of Louisville, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2014. He was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina to the late Prentice and Juliusetta Thruston Berkley. Prentice Robin Berkley graduated from Westport High School in 1976. He attended a couple of years of college at Kentucky State. He worked for Johnson Controls. Prentice Robin Berkley is survived by...

Bill C. Coleman

Bill C. Coleman

Jun 28, 2014

Billy C. (BC) Coleman, age 70 of Goshen, KY, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2014. He attended college at the University of New Haven and was an Army Veteran. He was an executive with the Brown-Forman Distilleries, most recently as President of Bluegrass Cooperage. He volunteered and was on the Board of Directors at the YMCA. He was a...

Kenneth Walker

Kenneth Walker

Jun 28, 2014

Kenneth Wayne "Kenny" Walker, 46, of New Albany, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on June 28, 2014. Kenny was a truck driver for Messier & Associates and served our country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, softball, playing guitar & singing, and loved to ride his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Kenny was born on September 13, 1967...

Ronald Earl Nelson

Ronald Earl Nelson

Jun 28, 2014

Ronald Earl Nelson, age 63 of Buckner, Ky., passed away Saturday, June 28, 2014. He was a graduate of Iowa State University with a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering and worked with many companies, the latest being Manitowoc Beverage and General Electric. He attended Northeast Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl O. Nelson. Ron is...

Michael Gregory Mccomis

Michael Gregory Mccomis

Jun 27, 2014

Michael Gregory "Greg" McComis, Sr., 54, of Louisville, KY passed away on June 27, 2014. Michael was born on December 29, 1959, in Louisville to Mary Fletcher. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping, and loved spending time with his sons and grandkids.Michael was preceded in death by his brother, Tim Sharp.He is survived by his mother, Mary Fletcher...

James Joseph Bartelt

James Joseph Bartelt

Jun 27, 2014

James Joseph Bartelt, 57, of Louisville, KY passed away on June 27, 2014. Jimmy enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working outdoors, and animals. He was a good storyteller and always liked chasing the girls. He considered himself a lady's man.Jimmy was born on January 3, 1957, in Louisville to the late Roy and Patricia (Bach) Bartelt. He was also preceded in...

Willard Arthur Chapman

Willard Arthur Chapman

Jun 27, 2014

Willard Arthur "Jack" Chapman, 67, of Mount Washington, KY passed away on June 27, 2014. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Chapman and Marie Bjorgo. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Colburn.He is survived by his brothers, Thomas Chapman (Teresa) and Donnie Bjorgo; niece, Francis Colburn; and nephew, Paul Colburn.Cremation was chosen following...

Richard Ballard

Richard Ballard

Jun 27, 2014

Richard Dennis Ballard, age 66 of Louisville, passed away June 27, 2014. He was a Past Master Mason and a member of Buechel Lodge #896. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard G. and Mary Louise Smith Ballard.Mr. Ballard is survived by his brother, Steven Ballard (Cheryl); nieces, Jennifer Puckett and Krista Ballard; aunt, Monna Jean Holt (Jay);...

Linda Susan(Kalor) Faulkner

Linda Susan(Kalor) Faulkner

Jun 26, 2014

Linda Susan (Kalor) Faulkner age 61 was called home on June 26, 2014. She loved her Lord and caring for others.She is survived by her four children; Randy(Chris)Grabau, Tanya(Scott)Loso, Josh(Kari Mae)Faulkner and Amanda(Quinton)Wilson.

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