Obituaries
Thomas Howard Shaw
Feb 10, 2014
Thomas Howard Shaw age 69 passed away on February 10, 2014 at the home of Darrell and Shawna Shaw. He enjoyed spending time with his family and socializing with his friends. Thomas also enjoyed watching Nascar and UK basketball games.He is survived by his son Darrell and daughter-in-law Shawna, granddaughter, Shea, two great grandchildren; Marcus and Hayden. Four brothers; Jimmy,...
Christopher Price Jenkins
Feb 9, 2014
Jenkins, Christopher Price, 56, passed away on February 9, 2014. Christopher was born on June 4, 1957 in Louisville, Ky, to the late William and Lillian (Price) Jenkins. He is survived by his loving siblings, Kimberly Sue Wilkinson, Cynthia Ann Jenkins, Richard Kevin Jenkins, Timothy Lee Jenkins, Michael Keith Jenkins, Kerrick Lynn Jenkins, and a special boy, J-Bird, and several...
Carol Ann Mcelvain
Feb 9, 2014
Carol Ann Renegar McElvain, age 68 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2014. She was a beautician by profession, active in the Girl Scouts and in her church. Most of all she was an avid Christian who loved the Lord. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles T. Renegar; her mother, Betty Brinson Renegar Kean; and her...
Betty Harris
Feb 8, 2014
Betty Harris, 73, of Clarksville, IN passed away on February 8, 2014. Betty was a beautiful and caring person who was accepting of all. Betty was born on August 15, 1940, in Cleveland, OH to the late July and Elizabeth (Clark) Padgett. Betty was also preceded in death by her brother, Lewis Padgett.Betty is survived by her sons, Maurice Harris,...
Clifford Townsend Kuppinger
Feb 8, 2014
Clifford Townsend Kuppinger, 86, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2014. He was retired from the military after 22 years of service he still met with and kept in touch with his military buddies. His passion was hunting and fishing; this passion took him to all 50 states and he was an avid reader. He also came from a railroad...
Donald Lynn Stewart
Feb 8, 2014
In memory of Donald Lynn Stewart, 06/29/1954 – 02/08/2014; loving companion, father, brother and son. He was preceded in death by his parents Harvey Paul Stewart and Ramona Louise Mathis Stewart. He is survived by his brother Doug Stewart (Vivian) and a sister Robin O'Brian. He was the loving companion and confidant to Jennifer Stewart to whom he was married...
Gordon T. Wood
Feb 7, 2014
Gordon "Ted" Wood, age 49 of Louisville, passed away Friday, February 7, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Ted was born September 30, 1964 in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. He graduated from New Haven High School in 1982 and received an Associate Degree from Ball State. Ted was an avid sports fan and enjoyed working out, whether at the gym, riding...
Tearl Decker
Feb 7, 2014
Tearl Decker, 86 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away February 7, 2014. He was a member of Annetta United Baptist Church and retired from Engelhard Chemical, which is now known as BASF. He was preceded in death by his son Gale Decker; his parents, LaVina McGrew Decker and Stoy Decker; his brothers, Cortland Decker, James Thomas Decker, and his sisters Delma...
Marvis Musu Summerville
Feb 6, 2014
Mrs. Marvis M. Summerville, age 53 of Louisville, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2014. Services are private. To leave a special message for the family, use the "Share Memories" button above.
Judge Algernonwayne Tinsley
Feb 6, 2014
The Honorable Algernon Wayne Tinsley, 75, of Huntington, W. Va., formerly of Louisville, passed away Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014 in Pinehurst, N.C., where his daughter resides. Tinsley was born in Philadelphia, Pa. He was a graduate of the University of Louisville where he received his bachelor's degree in physics and his Juris Doctorate. He was a former member of Southeast...
Brenda Kay Heaton
Feb 6, 2014
Brenda K. Heaton was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday February 7, 2014. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends along with her child "Smoochie".She is survived by her husband of 33 years Victor, two sons; Todd and Dee, three grandchildren; Amber, Tyler and Gage. Four sisters; Beverly, Sandy, Susie, and Tammy.Visitation will be...
Lucas Ohnimus
Feb 6, 2014
Lucas Ohnimus, 21, passed away on February 6, 2014.He is survived by his father, John Ohnimus; mother, Cheryl Parker; brother, Tony Ohnimus and sister, Bonnie Robinson.Visitation for Lucas will be Sunday, February 9, from 4pm-8pm at Newcomer Funeral Home Southwest Louisville Chapel (10304 Dixie Highway). Funeral services will be Monday, February 10, 2014, at 2pm at Newcomer Funeral Home Southwest...
Mary Margaret(Byrd) Wernert
Feb 6, 2014
Mary Margaret (Byrd) Wernert, 85, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2014. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Mary was born on October 26, 1928 in New Albany to the late Arthur and Roxie (Baker) Byrd. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ed Wernert; and two half-brothers. She is...
David William Shaw, Sr.
Feb 6, 2014
David William Shaw, Sr., age 69 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2014. He was a Marine Veteran and an avid golfer and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Dee Dee; his parents William Edward and Myrtle Louise Hayes Shaw; his sister, Patricia Lynch; and his fishing partner and brother-in-law, Cledith Spratt.David is survived by...
Lloyd Lynn Johnson
Feb 5, 2014
Lloyd Lynn "Biggin" Johnson, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. He worked at Kentucky Trailers for 21 years. He enjoyed collecting guns and knives and every Saturday he loved to drink his coffee and watch cartoons.He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Daniel and Tula Lucille Lockard and his parents, Lloyd & Joyce Johnson.He is survived by his...
Dorothy Marie(Brown) Shafer
Feb 5, 2014
Dorothy M. (Brown) Shafer, 71, of Clarksville, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. She was one of the first female machinists in the United States and also worked as a professional chef. Dot enjoyed doing puzzles, collecting salt and pepper shakers, and was an avid animal lover. Dot was born on November 21, 1942 in Louisville, Kentucky to...
Alphonse Voza
Feb 4, 2014
Voza, Alphonse, 90, of Louisville, died February 4, 2014 due to side effects from medical treatment. Al was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Voza (nee' Pister); and brother, Joseph Voza. He is survived by one son, Andy Voza; brother, Frederick Voza; and two sisters; Geraldine Citro and Concetta McKeone. He leaves other family and close friends, including the...
Terry Greene
Feb 4, 2014
Terry Wayne Greene, 70, of Mauckport, Indiana, died on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 after living life to the fullest. Terry was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy, a member of the NRA, and loved spending time in the outdoors. Terry was born on July 27, 1943 in New Albany, Indiana to the late William Otis and Mary Irene (Culley)...
Willie Mae Otis
Feb 4, 2014
Willie Mae Otis, age 86, of Louisville, KY formerly of Duck Hill, MS passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2014. Funeral services will be 12:00 pm Saturday, February 8, 2014 at the Newcomer Funeral Home, Southwest Louisville Chapel (10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272). Family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of service.
Robert Henry Fike
Feb 3, 2014
Robert Henry Fike, 91, died February 3, 2014, just two weeks from the passing of his beloved wife, Madge Kincer Fike, 89. He was born in Greenwood, Delaware and went on to be a veteran, having served in the Navy before beginning his career as a county extension agent in southeastern Kentucky. He later took an overseas position with AID...
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