Obituaries
Pearl Esters
Apr 21, 2015
Pearl Esters, 81, entered into eternal rest April 21, 2015.She was preceded in death by her husband, William Esters; sisters, Pinkie Seward, Rosetta McDaniels and Glennis Seward; sister-in-law, Frankie Arnold and nephew, Anthony Cooksey and step-mother, Rosetta Seward.Pearl is survived by her loving children, Sandra Quirles, Williams Esters, Jr., Virgie Esters, Terry (Angela) Esters, Toni E. (Lucius) Roberts, Tina (Vincent)...
George Mcgee
Apr 20, 2015
George "Tuff" McGee, 85, of Simpsonville, Kentucky passed away on April 20, 2015. He was a retired tobacco and dairy farmer. He loved anything to do with the outdoors especially hunting and fishing. Tuff was also an avid University of Kentucky fan. George was born on October 12, 1929 in Cox's Creek, Kentucky to the late George and Dolly (Hardesty)...
James Paul Johnson, Sr.
Apr 19, 2015
James Paul "Big Jimmy" Johnson, Sr., age 66 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015. He attended Manual High School and was a former iron worker for Hesco. He is preceded in death by his mother, Pauline.Big Jimmy is survived by his loving companion, Trish Capito; his children, James P. Johnson, Jr. (Candy), Shawn Jecker, Erica Johnson, Monique Johnson,...
Joseph Michael Scott, Sr.
Apr 19, 2015
Scott, Joseph Michael, "Mike" Sr,; 59, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky passed away on April 19, 2015. Mike was born on October 30, 1955, in Louisville, Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his father, Thurman Scott; son, Joseph Michael Scott, Jr.; daughter, Leslie Ann Scott; grandson, Austin Thomas Castleman. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marilyn Sue Scott;...
Peggy A. Hearne
Apr 19, 2015
Hearne, Peggy A., 70, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 19, 2015 at her home. She graduated from Angela Merici Catholic High School in 1962. Peggy retired from Jefferson County Circuit Court and was also a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. She was born on September 29, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Omer and Alice Hanke....
Eleanor Harrison Morris
Apr 18, 2015
Eleanor Harrison Morris, 96, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on Saturday April 18, 2015. She was born on December 25, 1918 in Jackson Township, Indiana. She is survived by her children; Greg Morris, Glenda Calvert, Kenneth Morris; and her sister, Nova Mayer.
Matthew Harrison Feather
Apr 18, 2015
Matthew Harrison Feather, 36, of Louisville, KY, passed away Saturday, April 18th, 2015.Matt was an avid sports fan, especially the New Orleans Saints and Louisville Cardinals. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be deeply missed by his family, friends and co-workers. Matt was born January 23rd, 1979 in Louisville, KY to Rich Feather (Lisa) and Kathy...
Virginia Shultz
Apr 18, 2015
Virginia "Ginny" Shultz, 63, passed away on April 18, 2015.She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Zelma Shultz, brother, James L. Shultz and brother-in-law, Russ Bell.Ginny is survived by, daughter, Christy Shultz; grandchildren, Dustin and Niya; siblings, Sally Bell, Thomas (Nelda) Shultz, Henri (Jeff) Sheffield and Tim (Deana) Shultz and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and...
Laverne Meredith Jones
Apr 18, 2015
Laverne Meredith Jones, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on April 18, 2015. She was a homemaker and an avid gardener. She was a longtime devoted member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Laverne had a loving heart, extending to her neighbors, family and friends. Laverne was born on July 26, 1926 in Bee Spring, Kentucky to the late Felix and Grace...
Robert Lee Johnson
Apr 17, 2015
Robert Lee Johnson ,67, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on April 17, 2015. He retired from Ashley Furniture. He was born on January 26, 1948, in Courtland, Alabama to the late Jessie Johnson and Mamie Mason. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Dwayne Winstead Sr., grand-daughter, Tiffanie L. Jones; and siblings, Larry Mason, Sally Hill, Perry Mason,...
Rebecca Jean"Becky"(Stewart) Neal
Apr 17, 2015
Rebecca Jean "Becky" (Stewart) Neal, 44, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2015 after a long and brave fight against breast cancer. She enjoyed shopping, going to the movies, and was an animal lover. She was born on May 19, 1970 in Louisville to Virginia (Jones) Stewart and the late Clayton Stewart. Along with her mother, Becky...
Jorene (Lyttle) Egan
Apr 17, 2015
Jorene( Lyttle) Egan, 77, of Jeffersonville, Indiana was called home on Friday, April 17, 2015. She was born on May 11, 1937 in Treemont, Kentucky to Frank and Hazel Lyttle. Jorene worked as a secretary in the life insurance business for many years and was a Mary Kay representative. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Jeffersonville,...
Mabel Sifers
Apr 16, 2015
Mabel I. (Mills) Sifers, 92, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2015 after a long illness at Wedgewood Nursing Home. She was a member of VFW 1693 Auxiliary & American Legion Post 28 Auxiliary. She was born in Syracuse, New York to the late William & Nellie (Champion) Mills. Mabel is survived by her husband of...
Lloyd Kenneth Smith
Apr 16, 2015
Lloyd K. Smith, 81, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2015. He was a member of the K of C Cardinal Ritter Council #1221, Hi Caliber Sportsman Club, and a life-time member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church. Lloyd retired from Dean Foods after over 30 years of service. Lloyd was born on February 3, 1934 in New...
August Joseph"Augie" Sprigler
Apr 15, 2015
August Joseph "Augie" Sprigler, 72, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. He enjoyed woodworking and playing the guitar. Augie also liked to collect both stamps and coins. He was born on August 25, 1942 in Floyd County, Indiana to the late Raymond and Gertrude (Schindler) Sprigler. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Roy Sprigler. Augie is...
Arthur Nathaniel Vest, Sr.
Apr 15, 2015
Arthur Nathaniel "Sonny" Vest, age 83, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2015. He was born on New Year's Eve in 1931, and he always said that is why everyone celebrates with fireworks for his birthday. He was retired after 40 years of service with the Marley Company and was a Kentucky Colonel. He was preceded in death by...
Dana Clay Vaughn
Apr 15, 2015
Dana Clay Vaughn, 67, of Pendleton, Kentucky passed away on April 15, 2015. He retired from the U.S. Post Office. Dana served our country in Vietnam in the U.S. Navy, and was a mason. Dana was born on September 23, 1947 in Ashtabula, Ohio to Leslie and Bunny Vaughn. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bunny Vaughn. Dana...
Arthur R. Morgan
Apr 15, 2015
Arthur R. "Ott" Morgan, 83, passed away on April 15, 2015. He retired from Housing Authority after 50 years. He loved life and the most important thing to him was spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Doris Morgan; daughters, Debbie (Tom) Beard, Denise (Ray) Hegerman; sons, Ronnie (Linda), Pete (Laura), Steve (Patricia), David (Vicky), Gary...
Judith Whitmer
Apr 15, 2015
Judith Kay (Rardin) "Judi" Whitmer, 71, of Clarksville, Indiana went to meet her heavenly father on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Judi loved lighthouses and crafts, especially painting & ceramics. Above that, her true love was her family and spending time with her grandchildren. She was born on April 8, 1944 in Melbourne, Kentucky to the late Lynn L. & Winonna...
Linda Faye(Rickman) Taylor
Apr 14, 2015
Linda Faye "Boe" (Rickman) Taylor, 56, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on Tuesday, April 14, 2015. She was born on December 22, 1958 in New Albany, Indiana to John H. and Frances E. Rickman. Linda worked in production at the Pillsbury Company for over 28 years. She enjoyed dancing, crocheting and spending time with her family and friends.Along...
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