Obituaries
Charles Daniel Krages, Sr.
Jan 29, 2014
Charles Daniel "Chuck" Krages, 55, passed away on January 29, 2014. Chuck loved to sing and make everyone laugh. He was always there for someone in need.He is preceded in death by his father, James L. Krages, Sr.; step-father, Jim Hays and brother, Michael "Monk" Krages.Chuck is survived by his wife, Kathy Krages, son, Danny (Shannon) Krages, Jr.; daughter, Tracy...
Sarah Elizabeth Burgin
Jan 29, 2014
Sarah Elizabeth Burgin, 62, of LaGrange, KY went to be with her Heavenly Father January 29, 2014. She was a member at Buckner Baptist Church. She retired from Central State in the early 80s. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Francis Louise Burgin, and her 5 brothers Bill, Charlie, Bob, Wilbert, and Joe Burgin. She is...
Joyce Ann(Stump) Newton
Jan 29, 2014
Joyce Ann (Stump) Newton, 72, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on January 29, 2014. She was a long-time employee of Lightning Food Mart. She loved her job, the wonderful customers she served, and her employer, Tammy Wolford. Joyce was born on June 22, 1941 in Depauw, Indiana to the late Jerry and Cecilia (Smith) Stump. She was also...
Lois Renfrow
Jan 29, 2014
Lois Faye (Briscoe) Renfrow, 81, of New Albany, Indiana was called home on January 29, 2014. Lois was born on November 8, 1932 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Joseph and Mary (Finster) Briscoe. She was also preceded in death by her son, Ralph Lee Renfrow; brother, Joseph Briscoe. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ralph Renfrow;...
Joseph Perez
Jan 28, 2014
Joseph Douglas Perez, 42, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away on January 28, 2014. Joe was an employee at Ford Motor Company in Louisville and a member of the UAW Union Local 862. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing guitar. Joe was born on January 8, 1972 in New Albany, Indiana to Joseph U. Perez and the late...
Alfred John Stearns
Jan 27, 2014
Alfred John Stearns, 73, passed away on January 27, 2014. He was an Army veteran.He is preceded in death by his wife, Magdalene Dunaway.He is survived by his children, Glenn Stearns of PA, Doug Dunaway of Louisville, KY and Jennifer Catlett of Louisville, KY.
Jeffrey Hamilton Brockman
Jan 27, 2014
Jeffrey Hamilton Brockman, 48, of Louisville, Ky, passed away on January 27, 2014, after losing his battle with cancer. He was a graduate of Bishop David High School. Jeff was an avid baseball fan, and he played during his college years for Berea, Bellarmine and University of Louisville. He retired from Ford Motor Company after many years of service. Jeffrey...
Joseph William Knox
Jan 27, 2014
Joseph William Knox, 30, of Memphis, Indiana, died on Monday, January 27, 2014. He was a handyman by trade and in the process of starting up Knox Construction. Joseph was born on August 13, 1983 in West Lake, Ohio. He is survived by his parents, Russell and Cathy (Knox) Smith; son, William "Gage" Knox; sister, Katy Smith; grandparents, Thelma Knox,...
Marie Ochsner Hall
Jan 26, 2014
Marie Ochsner Hall age 83 passed away to her Heavenly Home on Sunday January 26, 2014. She was a member of Springdale Presbyterian Church for sixty-five years and served as office manager of the Church for forty-five years. Marie loved to sing and was a member of the choir for sixty years.She is survived by her loving husband of sixty...
Joseph Paul Donnelly
Jan 26, 2014
Joseph Paul Donnelly, age 67 of Louisville, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2014. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a quiet, intelligent and well-read man who was a gentleman and loved his family very much. He especially loved children and babies. He was a distiller engineer with Old Fitzgerald and Ancient Age for over...
Betty Kelly
Jan 26, 2014
Betty Jo (Tomlinson) Kelly, 61, of Charlestown, Indiana passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2014. Betty was born on October 16, 1952 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her parents were the late Paul & Ellen (Gallagher) Tomlinson. From a young age, Betty enjoyed being involved with 4-H in Hendricks County, Indiana which led to her love for horseback riding and owning miniature...
Koreen Marie Henderson
Jan 25, 2014
Koreen Marie Henderson passed away on January 25, 2014. Koreen was with us a short time, but she will be missed and greatly loved always. She is survived by her parents, Nekos Henderson and Brittany Hinkle, sister, Ashley, Ariel, Heaven, Nekos, Jr.; grandparents and several aunts and uncles. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 4, 2014, at Newcomer Funeral Home Southwest...
Betty Jeanne Miller
Jan 25, 2014
Betty Jeanne Miller, age 87 of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014. A stunningly beautiful woman, Betty Jeanne Miller was in music as a musician and vocalist since age 12. She had two marriages, raised two sons and managed to be at the top in her field, and be a sweet and "present" mother. She made our life...
Patricia Book
Jan 25, 2014
Patricia A. (Miller) Book, 66, passed away on January 25, 2014 in New Albany, Indiana. Pat was born on March 1, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to William E. and Emma L. (Eberhardt) Miller. She was a member of St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church and a member of the VFW Post 1693 Ladies' Auxiliary. Patricia is preceded in death...
Richard O. Breithart
Jan 24, 2014
Richard O. Breithart, age 84 of Louisville, formerly of North Palm Beach, Florida, passed away Friday, January 24, 2014. He was originally from Detroit, Michigan and was a graduate of Wayne State University. He was a retired attorney and an Army Veteran who served in the Korean Conflict. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Jack...
Read Gray
Jan 24, 2014
Read Gray, 51, passed away on January 24, 2014. He loved to ride his Harley Davidson; going to the races with his friends, animals and especially his dog, Jaxx. Read had a kind heart and was very protective of his family and friends. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.He is preceded in death by his father,...
William Henry Roberts
Jan 24, 2014
William Henry Roberts, 95, passed from this life into the arms of his Lord on Friday, January 24, 2014. He was known as "Wild Bill," but was a gentle and peaceable man always serving God and preaching to his family members to the end. He was a Navy veteran that proudly served his country during WWII. Bill was a member...
Evelyn May Deakins
Jan 24, 2014
Evelyn May Deakins,96, passed away on January 24, 2014. She is preceded is death by her parents, Prentice and Lydia Hardin; husband, William Barnett; 2nd husband, Charles Deakins and brother, James W. Hardin.She is survived by her sons, Bobby (Shirley) May and Dewayne (Trudy) May; grandchildren, David, Terrie, and Susan and 6 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be Sunday, January 26, 2014, from...
Eliza Beatrice Pitt
Jan 24, 2014
Eliza Beatrice Pitt, age 87 of Louisville, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Robert Pitt. She is survived by daughters, Nancy Pitt and Kimberly Short (David); and grandchildren, DJ and Nannette; siblings, Ben Richie (Ann), Bud Richie (Jeannie), Jason Richie (Betty) and Sharon McClellan (Ben). Funeral ceremony will be 11am...
Robert John Fanning
Jan 23, 2014
Robert John Fanning, age 50, passed away January 23, 2014. "Bob" fought long and hard for his health. We were blessed he came back with us for a short while before he passed. He was born December 31, 1963 in Plainview/Bethpage, New York. Bob retired from the horse transportation industry which he loved. It provided him the opportunity to travel...
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