Obituaries
C. Stuart Riley
May 16, 2015
C. Stuart (Stu) Riley, 75, passed away, Saturday, May 16, 2015 at Norton Women's Kosair Children's Hospital, with his wife and daughter by his side.He was born December 1, 1939 in Staten Island, NY to the late Charles H. and Esther S. Riley. He spent most of his growing up years in Louisville, KY, graduating from Fern Creek High School...
Charles A. Thomas
May 16, 2015
Charles A. Thomas, 87, passed away on May 16, 2015. He was born in Dunnville, KY and raised in Moreland, KY. He was a film editor for 30 years at WAVE TV and owner/operator of Bresler's Ice Cream in Jefferson Mall. He sang with the American Male Chorus as a young man and enjoyed singing and playing piano throughout his...
Paula P. Stone
May 15, 2015
Paula P. Stone, age 80 of Louisville, passed away Friday, May 15, 2015. Services are private. To leave a special message, use the "Share Memories" button above.
Dennis E. Kane, Jr.
May 15, 2015
Dennis E. Kane, Jr. 18, passed away on May 15, 2015. He enjoyed going to the lake, playing basketball and was a fan of UofL. He had a great sense of humor that could put a smile on your face and was a faithful brother, friend and son. Dennis had a strong work ethic and was proud of his new...
Venita Mae(Ashabranner) Pope
May 15, 2015
Venita Mae (Ashabranner) Pope, 83, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Friday, May 15, 2015. She retired from the former Fair Department Store and was a member of Silver Street United Methodist Church in New Albany. She was born on July 29, 1931 in New Albany to the late John, Sr. and Anna (Bowen) Ashabranner. She was also preceded...
Travis Neal Howard, Jr.
May 14, 2015
Travis Neal Howard, Jr., 68, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2015. He was a United States Air Force veteran and a retired truck driver. Travis was a member of the Teamsters Local 89 and enjoyed fishing. He was born on October 15, 1946 in Fairfield, Kentucky to the late Travis Howard, Sr. and Dorothy (Day)...
Wade Travis Jackson
May 14, 2015
Wade Travis Jackson, age 42 of Louisville, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2015. He graduated from Eastern High School and attended Lindsey Wilson College. He was a member of the Louisville Mustang Club. Wade was a long-time member of Southeast Christian Church.Wade is survived by his loving parents, Wiley and Jean Jackson; and a host of friends and family.Funeral ceremony...
Eva Briscoe
May 14, 2015
Eva Mae "Rosebud" Briscoe, 62, passed away on May 14, 2015. She was a faithful member of Eastern Star Baptist Church. She loved to cook and bake for her family and friends and everyone loved her legendary chess pies. She was a fan of the UofL Sports program. She was preceded in death by her father, Sim Key, Sr.; mother,...
Myra Rochelle Hickman
May 13, 2015
Myra Rochelle Hickman, age 46 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2015. She was formerly employed with WQMF Radio, where she made many friends, and also at the Kentucky Driving School.Myra is survived by her loving husband, Christian D. Burks, who shared her life for over 30 years; her son, Derrick Hickman (Wendy Fawbush); her father, Walter L. Hickman,...
James Clifford Truitt
May 13, 2015
James "Jim" C. Truitt, 64, died peacefully at Floyd Memorial Hospital, New Albany, Indiana, on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 due to complications from pneumonia. He worked at the Kentucky Association of Electric Cooperatives, Inc. and part-time at Korrect Optical.Jim is survived by his wife of 33 years, Carolyn (Weaver) Truitt; daughter, Andrea (Matthew Drabek); sisters, Margaret Truitt Wright and Alice...
Joann Cecilia(Whited) Bridges
May 13, 2015
Joann Cecilia(Whited) Bridges, 70, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. She was born on November 24, 1944 in Louisville, Kentucky to Robert and Agnes Whited. Joann worked at Colgate for 17 years. She enjoyed going to the casino boat, horse racing, and was an avid UK fan.Joann is survived by her daughters, Sheila Wheeler(Larry),...
Charles Edward Franklin
May 13, 2015
Charles Edward Franklin, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on May 13, 2015. Charlie was born on October 16, 1949 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Edward and Florence Grace (Radford) Franklin. Charlie was also preceded in death by his brother, Ray B. Franklin.Charlie graduated from duPont Manual High School in 1969 and worked for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department...
James D. Doyle
May 13, 2015
James D. Doyle, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on May 13, 2015. He was an Army Veteran. Jim was a Pharmacist in Washington, D.C. where he served as Vice President of the Pharmaceutical Association of Washington, D.C. He was an active member of the W.O.W. Organization and the Louisville Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Connie Ruth Mcbride
May 13, 2015
Connie Ruth McBride, 50, of Louisville,Kentucky was called home on Wednesday, May13, 2015. She was born on August 26, 1964 in Sacramento, California to Charles and Shirley Nunley. Connie worked as a cab driver for many years. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, UofL basketball, and spending time with family and friends.Connie is survived by her children, Samantha, Jennifer, and Alton McBride...
Scott Allan Jones
May 12, 2015
Jones, Scott Allan, 52, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on May 12, 2015 with his daughter Crystal and sister Shari by his side. Scott was born on August 17, 1962, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He preceded in death by his son, Tyler Scott Jones, and daughter, Tiffany Lynn Jones. Scott is survived by his two daughter's, Crystal Jones and Taylor Jones;...
Robert Blanton
May 12, 2015
Robert Thomas Blanton, 68, passed away on May 12, 2015. He enjoyed being a truck driver and watching sports. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roma and Mary Blanton; brothers, James, Gerald, Paul and Charlie Blanton; sisters, Frances Sharp and Wanda Lukeas.He is survived by his wife of 20 years Sheryl Blanton; children, Mary Alice, Cecelia, Heidi and...
David Ray Blankenbaker
May 11, 2015
David Ray Blankenbaker, 75, of Memphis,Indiana was called home on Monday, May 11, 2015. He was born on November 3, 1939 in Pekin, Indiana to Raymond and Ruth Blankenbaker. David was a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family and friends.Along with his parents, David was preceded in death by his wife, Mary...
Mikel Scott Tyler
May 11, 2015
Mikel Scott Tyler, 40, of Jeffersontown, lost his will to live on Monday, May 11, 2015. He was an avid volunteer fire fighter. Mikel was a nurse and loved to care for others. He was a veteran of the Air Force and Army. Mikel was survived by his wife, Michelle Tyler (Cole); children, Tristan and Dante; parents, Robert William Tyler...
Dorothy Jo"Dottie" Livers
May 11, 2015
Dorothy Jo Livers, 72 passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2015 at her home. She was a member of the VFW Post 3281 and American Legion Post 28. Dottie attended St. Mary of the Knobs and was also active at Northside Christian Church. Dottie was born on August 21, 1942 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Charles and...
Nadine Kralik
May 10, 2015
Nadine "Sherry" Kralik, 71, passed away on May 10, 2015. She retired from the United States Post Office as a supervisor at the Gardiner Lane office. She enjoyed volunteering for the Mattingly Center and helping in the soup kitchen on Jackson Street. Christmas was her favorite time of the year bringing her family and friends together for her annual Christmas...
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