Obituaries
James Douglas Coy
Jun 16, 2014
James Douglas Coy, 70, of West Point, KY passed away on June 16, 2014. Jimmy was born on August 21, 1943, in Shepherdsville, KY to the late Emmitt and Daisy (Brathcher) Coy. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Robin Wasdin.He is survived by his daughters, Cathy Collins and Jami Baxter and son, Shannon Coy.Cremation was chosen following...
William Clark
Jun 15, 2014
William Earl (Bill) Clark, Jr. age 66 of Fisherville, passed away Monday, June 16, 2014. He was an Army Veteran and retired from General Electric. He was an avid fisherman. His favorite place to relax was the pond with his long-time fishing buddies. He loved watching the wildlife that surrounded it. He loved his neighbors and considered them his friends....
Warren H. Via, Jr.
Jun 15, 2014
Warren H. Via, Jr., age 57 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2014 at his home. He was employed with Thornton's for 15 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 341 F.&A.M. He is preceded in death by his parents, Warren, Sr. and Patricia Via; and his brother, Stevie Via.Warren is survived by his loving wife, Angela Smith-Via;...
Virgil Lee Seay
Jun 14, 2014
Virgil Lee Seay, 70, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014. He retired from the Floyd County Probation Office after 35 years of service and was a United States Army veteran. Virgil enjoyed fishing, loved to go bowling, and was a member at Jones Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in New Albany. Virgil was born on January...
Dorothy Winn Crenshaw
Jun 13, 2014
Dorothy "Dot" Winn Crenshaw, 89 years old died Friday, June 13 at Friendship Health and Rehab in Pewee Valley, Kentucky. She was a member of Catawba Baptist Church (Rock Hill, SC) and prior to that a long time member of First Baptist Church (Lancaster, SC). She found joy in doing crafts, listening to the radio, and spending time with her...
Jessie Ray Killebrew, Sr.
Jun 13, 2014
Jessie Ray Killebrew, Sr. 74, passed away on June 13, 2014. He retired from DuPont. He was a Navy veteran and enjoyed woodworking, farming and fishing.He is preceded in death by his parents, Jessie Franklin and Sarah Killebrew and son, Chuck Killebrew.He is survived by his wife, Mary Killebrew; children,Steve (Pam) Killebrew, Raelynne (Frank) Brimmer, Valerie (Michael) Hall, John (Karen)...
Benjamin Mulligan
Jun 13, 2014
Benjamin Craig Mulligan was born December the 16th, 1992 in Louisville, Ky., and passed away on June the 13th, 2014 at the young age of 21. Ben was employed and loved working at Café Press. He was a high energy and fun loving, unique and special person who liked taking Ledge Pics, doing Parkour and Screamo. Ben enjoyed his kitten...
David Keith Quinn
Jun 11, 2014
David Keith Quinn, age 56, died June 11, 2014. David was born April 11, 1958, in Louisville, KY. David graduated from Seneca High School in 1977 and attended the University of Kentucky. He worked for NAPA auto parts as a sales rep for many years and then later was a self-employed fiberoptic cable installer. David was a wonderful son, brother,...
Michael Przybylek Sr.
Jun 11, 2014
PRZYBYLEK, Michael James Sr. of Louisville (originally Wilmington DE) passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014.He had been in the newspaper business most of his adult life and most recently the vice-president of production with the courier-journal. He was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War.Michael was preceded in death by his Father John Francis, Mother Winifred"Winnie" (Morris),Brother Joseph and sons;...
Sean Martin Purdon
Jun 11, 2014
Sean Martin Purdon, age 28 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014. He attended Spencer County High School. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charles and Martha Crock Hilton, and his paternal grandfather, Curtiss Purdon.Sean is survived by his mother, Pamela Jane Russell; father, Michael Purdon; grandmother, Juanita Purdon; brother, Bill Holt; and a host of...
Catherine Rose Armstrong
Jun 10, 2014
Catherine Rose Armstrong, age 76 of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband James Armstrong, her nephew, Michael Carrithers and her sister, Ann Carrithers.Catherine is survived by her nieces, Helen C. Reeves, Shirley Miller, Jackie Crenshaw, Donna Spencer and Melissa Engleman; 13 great-nieces and nephews; and a host of relatives and friends.Memorial...
John Daniel Reese
Jun 10, 2014
John Daniel Reese went to heaven because of his faith in Christ Tuesday, June 10, 2014. He was born in Waynesburg, PA on November 10, 1917. He was employed for 35 years as an engineer by Dominion Resources. Later in life he was a greeter for 10 years at the Super Walmart on Westport Road. Throughout his life, the church...
Alberta Rutter
Jun 10, 2014
Rutter, Alberta "Bertie" Waddell79 years old, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at Baptist Health Hospital.She was a member of St. Boniface and St. Joseph's Catholic Churches for many years. She found joy in freelance writing, acting, and volunteering at Actor's Theatre and the Kentucky Center for the Arts, as well as spending time with her family. She held...
Charles Klemm
Jun 9, 2014
Charles (Charlie) Andrew Klemm, 21, passed away Monday, June 9, 2014. He attended both Meyzeek MS and Shawnee HS. Charlie had a unique spirit with a gentle and kind heart and was a special friend to many. This special son will be missed by his mother and father, Dawn and Chris Klemm; brothers, Tony Klemm and David Kaelin (Sara); Grandmother,...
Joanne G. Snider
Jun 9, 2014
Joanne Gardner Snider, 83, late of Decatur, Alabama passed away on June 9, 2014.Joanne was born on March 11, 1931, to the late William & Helen Gardner. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Louis G. "Bill" Snider. Joanne is survived by her four children, Michael Snider, Richard Snider (Judy), Scott Snider (Tammy), and Kimberly Stone (Vechiel); seven...
Helena Wick
Jun 9, 2014
Helena Ann Wick, (Ret. Sergeant First Class), passed away peacefully Sunday morning at the age of 61 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. She will be sadly missed by many family members. She was the mother of Maria Elena Adaglio, Matthew James Wick, and she is predeceased by her son, Daniel John Wick.Helena was born in Rockland, Maine on Feb. 5, 1953, the...
Pamela Graham
Jun 9, 2014
Pamela Sue (Schuley) Graham, 51, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on, June 9, 2014. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and working in her garden.Pam was born on October 22, 1962 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Lester and Ruby Lenora (Knight) Schuley. She is survived by her spouse, Thomas Goodman; daughter, Shana James (Greg); sons, John,...
Tresa Ann(Wright) Bailey
Jun 9, 2014
Tresa Ann (Wright) Bailey, 55, of Palmyra, Indiana, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2014. She was the former owner of Wright's Auto Crushing Company. Tresa loved her family, had a great sense of humor, and was always taking care of others. Tresa was born on February 11, 1959 in New Albany, Indiana. She is survived by her husband of...
Brenda Kay(Francis) Hyre
Jun 9, 2014
Brenda Kay (Francis) Hyre, 65, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2014. She recently retired from the Census Bureau after over 25 years of dedicated service. Brenda was born on April 3, 1949 in Crawford County, Indiana to the late Oliver and Elsie (Kramer) Francis. She is survived by her sons, David and Hamilton Hyre; and sister,...
Britt Lorenz Mcgrew
Jun 9, 2014
Britt Lorenz McGrew, 65, of Louisville, KY passed away on June 9, 2014. Britt enjoyed fishing and boating. He could also be found bargain hunting at flea markets, yard sales, or working on cars. Britt retired from USPS.Britt was born on February 23, 1949, in Pueblo, CO to the late Joseph and Roberta (Lorenz) McGrew. He proudly served his country...
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