Obituaries
Bernie Oliver
Dec 24, 2014
Bernie Dewitt "Dee" Oliver, age 71, passed away December 24, 2014 after a long illness. Bernie's final wish was that you "Remember me and smile." Bernie attended Middletown Christian Church. He was a graduate of Eastern High School (class of 1961) and Centre College. Bernie was a retired paint chemist and worked in the wood coatings industry for over 40...
Ruth Sharp
Dec 23, 2014
Ruth Irene (McNeeley) Sharp, 90, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 in Clarksville, Indiana. Ruth was born on March 1, 1924 in Lexington, Indiana to the late Charles & Anna Belle (Campton) McNeeley. She worked for many years at the Charlestown Ammunition Plant before retiring in 1989. She was a charter member at First Baptist Church...
Daisy Thelmavest Byrd
Dec 23, 2014
Daisy Thelma Vest Byrd, age 85 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2014. She was a devoted and loving mother and very involved in her children's welfare, including her involvement in their PTA. Mrs. Byrd is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Francis Byrd; parents, Elza and Ethel Fern Williams Vest; sisters, Marie, Mary, Dorothy and Lillian; and...
Raymond John Huth
Dec 23, 2014
Raymond J. Huth, 85, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 with his family at his side. A veteran of the U. S. Army, Raymond was a long-time farmer in the community who retired from B. F. Goodrich in Louisville. He was a member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church in Floyds Knobs....
Daisy Emma Freeman
Dec 22, 2014
Freeman Daisy Emma Ditto, was born June 28, 1947 and passed away December 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest "Sam" Ditto and Sallie Frances (Banks) Ditto; a brother, Chester Ditto; and a sister, Ethel Lucille Ditto.Daisy grew up in Ekron, KY and attended Meade County Public Schools. She earned an Associate Degree in Cosmetology. In...
Frank Joseph Kruer, Sr.
Dec 22, 2014
Frank Joseph Kruer, Sr., 76, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2014. Frank was an active member of Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany. He was a devout Catholic with a strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Frank was born September 23, 1938 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Bernard and Carrie (Piper)...
Eugene Augusta Mcenaney
Dec 22, 2014
Eugene "Gene" Augusta McEnaney, 76, passed away on December 22, 2014. He was an Army veteran and retired from Securitas. His grandchildren were the apples of his eyes; Grandpa will be truly missed. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Matthew And Dennis McEnaney.He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda McEnaney; children, Gina (Ron) McCarty, Dennise...
Harold Huddleston
Dec 22, 2014
Harold Huddleston, 73, passed away on December 22, 2014. He was a big prankster, loved to play the guitar and going to car shows. Harold's wife, son and grandchildren were the apple of his eyes who he loved very much. He is preceded in death by his parents, Otha and Estella Huddleston; sisters, Barbara Woodson and Dorothy Atkinson and brother,...
Faye Ellen Blackwell
Dec 22, 2014
Faye Ellen Blackwell, 79, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2014. After retiring she enjoyed social media and spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by husband, Joseph Blackwell; daughter, Paula Blackwell; parents Hazel and Clint Baker, Sr.; brother, Harold; sisters, Bonnie, Marie, Patty and Betty.She is survived by her children, David (Janet) Blackwell, Sr., Patty (Ronnie)...
Lillian Letha(Morton) Ames
Dec 21, 2014
Lillian Letha (Morton)Ames, 94 of Clarksville,IN was called home on Sunday, December 21, 2014. Lillian was born on June 17, 1920 in Davis County, Kentucky to Riley J. and Maude L. Morton. Lillian worked in a Dry Cleaning business for many years and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.In addition to his parents, Lillian was preceded in death...
Jack Dempsey Pennington
Dec 21, 2014
Jack Dempsey Pennington, 82, of Louisville,KY was called home on Sunday, December 21, 2014. Jack was born on March 19, 1932 in Louisville, KY to Major Mac and Helen Cecelia Pennington. Jack was a retired Airforce mechanic and also retired from CSX Railroad(formerly L&N Railroad),enjoyed traveling, antiques and spending time with family and friends.Jack loved talking to people and sharing...
Tessa Rawlings
Dec 20, 2014
Tessa Taniel Nicole Rawlings, 24, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014. Tessa is survived by her son, Matthew Caleb Sanger; mother, Paula (Bufford) Southerland; father, Richard Southerland; aunt, Katina Nance (Chris Cutsinger); grandmother, Karen Lone; great grandmother, Carolyn King; and great aunt, Nancy LaDuke. She is preceded in death by her great grandfather, Paul King.Visitation...
Arlie Franklin Dixon
Dec 20, 2014
Arlie Franklin Dixon, 78, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014. He was a retired custodian for Indiana University Southeast after having 25 years of service. Arlie was a member of Calvary Road Baptist Church and also enjoyed deer hunting. He was born on October 19, 1936 in Whitesburg, Kentucky to the late John and Stella...
Barbara Carol(Pfeffer) Rainbolt
Dec 20, 2014
Barbara Carol (Pfeffer) Rainbolt, 72, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at her home with her family by her side. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany. Barbara was born on February 3, 1942 in Floyd County, Indiana to the late Robert J. and LaVerne (Rudolph) Pfeffer. She is survived by her husband...
Lisa Ann(Adams) Stevens
Dec 19, 2014
Lisa Ann (Adams) Stevens, 46, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Friday, December 19, 2014. She was born on February 2, 1968 in New Albany to Ted R. Adams and Marsha D. (Cable) Belty. Along with her parents, she is survived by her step-father, Shawn Belty; step-mother, Lynnette Adams; grandmother, Jeanne Adams; siblings, Cass Adams and Anna Owen (Michael)....
Robert Lee Casey
Dec 19, 2014
Robert Lee Casey, 71, of Charlestown, Indiana, was called home on Friday December 19, 2014. Robert was born on March 19, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to Robert Lee and Flora Mae Casey. Robert enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.Robert was preceded in death by his parents, step-son, Victor Roberts, siblings, Lucille Dodd , Amanda Casey, Samuel and Lawrence...
Ronnie Eugene Montgomery
Dec 19, 2014
Ronnie Eugene Montgomery, 68, of Cub Run, KY passed away on December 19, 2014. Ronnie was born on February 9, 1946. He was a retired truck driver after over 35 years on the road. He enjoyed playing golf and music. Ronnie was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.Ronnie is survived by his wife, Carletta (Miller) Montgomery; children, Ronnie Montgomery, Jr.,...
Andrew Antonio Kocis, Jr.
Dec 19, 2014
Andrew Antonio "Conan" Kocis, Jr., age 47 of Louisville, passed away Friday, December 19, 2014. He was the former owner of an auto repair shop. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew A. Kocis, Sr. and Cora Sue Kocis.Andrew is survived by his life companion, Tammy Norris-Kocis; his children, Andrew A. Kocis, III, Kimberly Kocis, John Kocis and...
Lucille B. Lopiano
Dec 19, 2014
LOPIANO, Lucille B., 98, a lifelong resident of Louisville, KY, went to be with her Heavenly Father, December 19, 2014.Lucille was the daughter of Adolph Meyer and Margaret Louise Lillian Mary Meriwether Meyer, and granddaughter of Sebastian and Mary Koechel Meriwether.Lucille married Joseph Lopiano on May 10, 1958 and moved with him to Connecticut. When he passed eight years later,...
Juanita (Milby) Cravens
Dec 19, 2014
Juanita (Milby) Cravens, 69, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2014. She retired from the Census Bureau after 35 years of dedicated service. Juanita lived for her family and cherished each of her granddaughters. She was born on November 7, 1945 in DeZarn, Kentucky to the late Leon H. and Eula L. (Jones) Milby. Juanita is survived...
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