Obituaries
James William Truax
Jul 10, 2015
James William Truax, Sr, age 75 of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2015. Originally from Indianapolis, he was retired from Ford and was a Mason. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Alona Gail Truax; his son, Jimmy Truax; and his daughter, Audra Veronica Truax. Mr. Truax is survived by his loving children,...
Katheryn Breece
Jul 9, 2015
Katheryn Louise Breece of Louisville, KY, lost her battle to cancer on July 9, 2015. She was born on July 22, 1950 in Anderson, IN the daughter of the late John Raymond Breece and Velma Marie (Goodson) Cowan. She enjoyed making jewelry and travelling.She is survived by her son, Michael Prescott; extended family members, Michelle Bennett, Laura Shepherd and Danny...
Nancy Scheitlin
Jul 9, 2015
Nancy Scheitlin, 73, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 9, 2015. She retired from Meijers.Nancy was born on December 20, 1941in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Ronald and Dorothy (Padgett) Thomas. She was also preceded in death by her soulmate, Jerry (Mr. B) as well as two sisters, Shirley Allison and Betty Jones. Nancy is survived by her children,...
Ruby Helen Robinson
Jul 9, 2015
Robinson, Ruby Helen, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 9, 2015. Ruby was born on August 27, 1923, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Thomas and Florence Bishop. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Robinson; sons; Ralph Oliver, Mark Oliver, Allen Oliver and Boyd Oliver; one daughter, Carolyn Brewer.She is survived by her children,...
Carol Michele Lanning
Jul 9, 2015
Carol Michele Lanning, age 44 of Louisville, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2015. She was formerly a regional customer service manager for Rumpke. Carol is survived by her loving husband, Kevin; daughters, Sierra and Chelsea Lanning; father, William "Bill" Muscara; mother, Barbara Hood (Rob); brothers, Richard and Billy Muscara; nephew, Zachary Pruitt; and a host of relatives and friends.Visitation will...
Henry Dweall Martin
Jul 8, 2015
Henry Dweall Martin, 81, loving husband and father, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. He was a United States Army veteran and a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in New Albany. Dweall had also been involved with the Knights of Columbus and retired as a admissions director for RETS Electronics. He...
Cameron Steele Pearson
Jul 8, 2015
Cameron Steele Pearson, passed away on July 8, 2015. There are too many words to express the man that Cameron was. He was a dedicated, father, son, brother, nephew and friend. He never meet a stranger and didn't know the meaning of the word "no" when someone was in need. Cameron's love was unconditional and he was loved in return...
Norma Eicher
Jul 8, 2015
Norma Jane Eicher, 89, died July 8, at Sacred Heart Village in Louisville, Ky. Norma was born in Fremont, OH. After graduating from Fremont Ross High School in 1943, she attended Tiffin Business College and the University of Toledo.During World War II, she held a civilian stenographic position at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton.She worked for Union Carbide Corp...
Richard Allen Wright
Jul 7, 2015
Richard Allen Wright, 48, of Clarksville, Indiana "the Mill," passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. He enjoyed hunting, playing cards, and making others laugh. Richard was a true family man and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was born on March 4, 1967 in New Albany to Sylvester "Speedy" Wright and the late Patricia (Eblesisor) Wright. Along with...
Luke Boyce Singleton
Jul 7, 2015
Luke Boyce Singleton, age 82 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2015. He was an Air Force Veteran and a Master Mason, Swigert Lodge #218 F&AM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Phaymie Ritchie Singleton. Mr. Singleton is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Douglas Singleton; children, Sharon K. Logan (John), Luke...
Thomas Theodore Grace Jr.
Jul 6, 2015
Thomas Theodore Grace Jr., 78, of Lanesville, Indiana was called home on Monday, July 06, 2015. He was born on June 14, 1937 in Dunkirk, New York to Thomas T. and Harriet Y. Grace. Thomas worked as a research chemist for Borden Chemical Company for 43 years. He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Corydon, Indiana. He was an Army...
Helen Welch
Jul 6, 2015
Helen Isabel (Libs) Welch, 96, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Monday, July 06, 2015 at Westminster Village with her loving family by her side. Helen worked as an administrative assistant for Dr. Voyles Sr. and Jr. for many years. She was a sweet and caring mother & grandmother but above all she was a faithful servant to her...
Gail Kleier
Jul 5, 2015
Gail Kleier, known on stage as Gail Kingsley, died peacefully at home in Middletown on July 5th. Gail leaves behind her husband of 37 years, Luke Seibert; an Aunt & Uncle Betty & Jack Kleier of LaGrange, niece Kyndall Kleier Truett in Florida and two best friends, Georgette Kleier of New Albany and Tom Aubrey of Palm Springs. Additionally, there...
Nicholas Cartergarrett Hawkins
Jul 5, 2015
Nicholas Carter Garrett Hawkins, 43, of Louisville, KY, passed away in his home July 5. He was born January 24, 1972 in Bloomington, IN. Nick was a graduate of Ballard High School, University of Louisville, and the University of Kentucky, School of Law. Nick will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of the outdoors and his zest for...
Mary (Despain) Schanz
Jul 5, 2015
Mary "Susie" (DeSpain) Schanz, 72, of Louisville died July 5, 2015. She was born in Louisville, one of four children of Joe and Gladys DeSpain. In 1956 she was married to the love of her life Floyd Glenn Schanz. They have two children.Susie was a member of Southeast Christian Church Susie leaves her beloved husband and best friend of 53years,...
Theresa Lynn Sullivan
Jul 4, 2015
Sullivan, Theresa Lynn, 55, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on July 4, 2015. Theresa was born on October 30, 1959, in Louisville, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Elena Sullivan; and one brother, Jeff Sullivan. She is survived by her children, Jasmine Sullivan-Duvall, and Billy Hall Jr.; father, James Sullivan; grandchildren, Journei, Aryan, Alexandria, Hunter, Timothy...
William Alfred Brown
Jul 4, 2015
William Alfred "Bill" Brown , 87, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on Saturday, July 4, 2015. He was born on Januray 21, 1928 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to Charles and Zelma (Smith) Brown. Bill worked as a salesman for Kaiser Wholesale for many years. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, and The Knights of Columbus. He...
Donald E. Mcdonald
Jul 3, 2015
Donald E. McDonald, age 79, of Louisville, returned to his heavenly Father on Friday, July 3, 2015. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the CBOA, CHRA and the Limestone Bay Boat Club. He was a Navy Veteran serving in the Reserves. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ray and Evelyn L. Carlisle McDonald; his...
Elmer Davis, Iii
Jul 3, 2015
Elmer Grimes Davis, III, 44, of Paoli, Indiana passed away on Friday, July 3, 2015. Elmer is survived by his wife of 21 years, Belinda (Spencer) Davis; children, Valerie Volpert & Dillon Davis; mother, Joan (Wooten) Davis; brother, Billy Davis; sister, Loretta Dowdle (Tommy). He is preceded in death by his father, Elmer Davis, II.A Memorial Visitation will be on...
Glenn A. Johnson
Jul 3, 2015
Glenn Johnson, 60, was welcomed into Heaven on July 3, 2015. He loved well and was well loved. Glenn was a devoted servant, husband, father, brother and friend.He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvis and Opal Johnson and brother, Mark Johnson.He is survived by his wife, Starr, 5 children, sister, Betty and a host of family and friends.Visitation...
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