Obituaries
Trent Coleman
May 25, 2013
Trent Coleman, age 33 of Jeffersonville, IN, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013. He was a loving and caring father to his son, Austin and special family member Marcus Matherly. Trent was a football coach with the Jeffersonville Parks Youth Football League and enjoyed playing frisbee golf. He was a craftsman who loved remodeling homes and had a passion for...
Deborah Hartman
May 25, 2013
Deborah "Dee" Hartman, 58 of Louisville, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013. Dee was born April 17, 1955 in Fort Knox, KY to the late Herbert Hall and Carolyn Zamarripa.In addition to her parents, Dee was preceded in death by her son, Sonny Hartman; and two brothers, Herbert and Billy Hall.Dee is survived by her husband, Les Hartman; daughter, Kristie...
Betty Ann(Wolfe) Standiford
May 24, 2013
Betty A. (Wolfe) Standiford, 54, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013. She was an active member of Sunnyside Assembly of God in Jeffersonville. Betty would move Heaven and Earth for her family and her grandchildren were the world to her. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and cherished friend. Betty was born on October 14, 1958 in...
Lorene H. Smith
May 23, 2013
Lorene H. Smith, age 69 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Lucinda Campbell Hester. Lorene is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Jimmy; daughters, Penny Martin (Charlie) and Tammy Page; son, Jimmy Smith, Jr.; grandchildren, Blake Martin (Ashley), Ashlee Martin, Hunter Page (Ashley), Tabetha Hurst, and...
Tracy Renee Ritter
May 22, 2013
Tracy Renee Ritter, 29, left this earth to meet her heavenly father, on Wednesday, May 22, 2013. She loved life and everyone in it. She enjoyed swimming, riding roller coasters, and dancing. She was a blessing to all.Tracy was born on August 24, 1983 in Albany, Georgia to Sherri (Hall) Ritter and James "Jim" Ritter (Teresa). Along with her parents,...
Samuel Brown
May 22, 2013
Samuel Ray "Sam" Brown, 65, of Corydon, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at his home. Sam is survived by his loving wife, Vickie Brown; 4 children, Donna Hansford (Calvin), Dana Evlersisor (John), Tammy Braer, & Carl Brown; 2 step-children, Rebecca Barnes (Larry) & Michael Wolf (Jennifer); 1 sister; 14 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death...
Arthur John Schroeder
May 22, 2013
Arthur John Schroeder, age 70 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2013. He was formerly employed with Allpest/Terminex. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Rita Beasley Schroeder; brothers, James and Dennis Schroeder.Mr. Schroeder is survived by his son Robert (Amy); grandchildren, Brandon and Garin Schroeder; sister, Margaret Schroeder (Mike Rudicil); and brothers, David and Paul...
Ricky Lynn Harbolt
May 22, 2013
Ricky Lynn (Captain Ricky) Harbolt was born on September 6, 1956 and passed away on May 22, 2013. Captain Ricky was a caring, fun loving, free spirit who loved life and the river. Rick graduated from Ballard High School and attended Western Kentucky University, after which he started work on the river. Over the years, he earned his way up...
Dorothy Herrick
May 22, 2013
Following a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, Jean Herrick left her wheelchair behind to dance with the stars Wednesday, May 22. Her departure came while she rested in her daughter's arms and was surrounded by her family at the Episcopal Church Home in Louisville, KY. The ECH staff was Jean's angel troupe. Her husband was her hero.Jean was a giant...
Melvin Williams
May 21, 2013
Melvin George Williams, 57, of Louisville, Kentucky, went to be with the Lord on, Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Melvin was born on June 4, 1955 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to Ruth (Rhodes) Williams and the late Rev. Cleveland Roosevelt Williams, Sr. He was a Deacon & long time member of Kingdom Land Baptist Church in Louisville. Melvin was a proud veteran...
Sharon M.(Caton) Lewis
May 21, 2013
Sharon M. (Caton) Lewis, 59, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Sherry was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister who treasured her family. A devout Christian, she was generous, full of life, and enjoyed the beauty of nature. Most important to her was her faith, trust in God, and admiration of all God's creation. Her love...
Edwin B."Buddy' Kelmel
May 21, 2013
Edwin B."Buddy" Kelmel, 94, of Sellersburg, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving his country during WWII. He was a proud recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Buddy was also a member of St. Joe Hill Catholic Church and the American Legion Post 204 in Sellersburg. Buddy...
Dorothy Pettit
May 20, 2013
PETTIT, DOROTHY JENKINS, 92, born to Robert and Hattie Jenkins of Kosciusko, Mississippi, February 8, 1921, went to be with her Lord on May 20, 2013 from Baptist Hospital East in Louisville, KY. She was a fulfilled and beautiful woman whose deep and everlasting love for God, and her family was the strength behind her smile. Dorothy loved bird watching...
George Steier
May 20, 2013
George W. "Skip" Steier age 63 was whispered to come home to be with his Heavenly Father on May 20, 2013. He served in The United States Coast Guard. Skip was the family historian and enjoyed spending time with his family.Skip was preceded in death by his parents George and Dottie Steier. He is survived by his wife Denise Steier...
Emily Louise White
May 18, 2013
Emily Louise White, age 87 of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013. She was born in Detroit, MI., and spent her career in the appraisal business. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving siblings. She is survived by her family, Lisa Patterson, Victoria and Anna Medley, Tom and Alan White, Norman White and Barbara...
Benton Houchens
May 18, 2013
Benton Houchens, age 80 of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013. He was formerly employed by L. Leroy Highbaugh Builders and was a self-employed carpenter. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Olean and daughter, Cheryl Houchens.Mr. Houchens is survived by his children, Debbie Wiggs (Mitch) and Larry Houchens (Shawna); grandchildren, Josh Wiggs, Heather, Wiggs, Crystal...
Ward Hill Mcafee
May 17, 2013
Mr. Ward Hill McAfee, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 17th at his home with his wife and daughter at his side.He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dolores Settles McAfee, Daughter Cindy McAfee, Sister Lillian McAfee Spurr, his beloved grandpuppies Bounder, Ching, and Diva and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his...
Jeanette Athey
May 17, 2013
Jeanette J. Athey age 70 passed peacefully on May 17, 2013 at Norton Suburban Hospital. Jeanette lived in Cincinnati,Ohio with her husband, Bob for many years. She was an avid golfer in her earlier years and adored her many pets.She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Athey. She is survived by her daughter Lucinda Athey, four grandchildren, nieces...
Ivo Baechler
May 16, 2013
Baechler, Ivo D, "Butch" Jr. 64 passed away May 16th.He is survived by his wife, Faye; son, Leo Turner (Ashley); daughters, Michelle Gross (Tim) and Evelyn Riddle (Shane); brother, John and 4 grandchildren.Funeral ceremony 12:30 pm Monday at Newcomer Funeral Home 235 Juneau Drive with entombment in Louisville Memorial Gardens East. Visitation after 10 AM Monday.In lieu of flowers expressions...
Emmit Austin Schmidt
May 16, 2013
Emmit A. Schmidt, 86 passed away on May 16, 2013 at Veterans Hospital. He was an Army and Airforce Veteran.Emmit was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Carl and Charles Edward Schmidt.He is survived by his wife of 43 years Joyce B. Schmidt, daughter Rebecca B. Thompson, son Michael A. Kessler, 3 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grand-daughter. A brother Richard...
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