Obituaries

Dennis Michael Wempe Jr.

Dennis Michael Wempe Jr.

Aug 9, 2012

Dennis Michael Wempe, Jr., beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend, age 41, passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2012. He was a Criminal Justice student at Sullivan University and had a deep love for Jesus Christ. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Dennis Michael Wempe, Sr. and grandparents, Bill Horne, Belle Casillas and Kenneth Wempe, Sr.Dennis is...

Clarence Wright

Clarence Wright

Aug 8, 2012

WRIGHT, CLARENCE KENNETH "KENNY" SR., 58, passed away August 8, 2012 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Hazel Wright ; his brothers, Lawrence and Marvin Wright; and his sister, Wanda Faye Simpson. He leaves to mourn his death, his wife Sandra; sons, Clarence K. Wright II (Erica), St. Mary's, GA, LaVone Rece...

John Robert Spengler

John Robert Spengler

Aug 7, 2012

John R. Spengler, 66, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana passed away on August 7, 2012 at his home. He retired from the New Albany Floyd County School System and was a member at New Beginnings Community Church in New Albany. John enjoyed music, especially jazz and classical. John was born on November 21, 1945 in Huntingburg, Indiana to the late Edward...

Jennifer Parker

Jennifer Parker

Aug 7, 2012

Jennifer Kaye Parker, 48, died Tuesday, August 7, 2012. She was the daughter of Roberta Washer. Also survived by her father, John Fagg Jr.; brother, John Flagg (Cindy); three nephews, John, Evan and Adam Flagg. Visitation will be at her mother's home Saturday 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider Jennifer's charities, the Humane Society or the Shamrock Foundation....

Elizabeth A."Bettie"(Daniel) Compton Jameson

Elizabeth A."Bettie"(Daniel) Compton Jameson

Aug 7, 2012

Elizabeth A. "Bettie" (Daniel) Compton Jameson, 68, of Greenville, Indiana passed away on August 7, 2012. She was a Catholic by faith and the former leader of the Girl Scout Troop 140 from Lafayette Elementary. Bettie was born on May 26, 1944 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Roy E. and Elizabeth (Nold) Daniel. She was also preceded in...

Everett L."Boogie" Patton

Everett L."Boogie" Patton

Aug 6, 2012

Everett L. "Boogie" Patton, 67, of New Albany, Indiana passed away in his sleep. A former employee of several local trucking companies, Everett was a genuinely good person. Everett was born on May 20, 1945 in Litchfield, Kentucky to the late Arthur and Irene (Hayes) Patton. He is survived by his children, Anna Houglin (Michael), Mark Patton, Angie Patton (Larry...

Andrew W. Hutchings

Andrew W. Hutchings

Aug 6, 2012

Andrew William "Drew" Hutchings, age 16 passed away on Monday, August 6, 2012. He was a student at South Oldham High School, member of Southeast Christian Church, Oldham County Campus, member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes Motocross Team and a member of Saddleback East. Drew was a team rider for CheapCycleParts.com. Drew is survived by his parents, Randy and Cheryl...

Walter A. Rogers

Walter A. Rogers

Aug 6, 2012

Walter A. Rogers, age 73 of Louisville, passed away Monday, August 6, 2012. He was owner of a printing company, was an avid fisherman and U of K fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hobart and Modie Mathis Rogers; brother, J.T. Rogers; sister, Gladys; and his first wife Ardis. Walter is survived by his loving wife, Robin...

Gary K. Waltz

Gary K. Waltz

Aug 5, 2012

Gary K. Waltz, 72, of New Albany, Indiana passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2012. He retired from Pillsbury after over 40 years of service. Gary enjoyed golf and was a frequent visitor of the Waffle House and Little Chef. Gary was born on September 26, 1939 in New Albany to the late George R. and Elizabeth (Richardson) Waltz. He...

Rita Neal

Rita Neal

Aug 5, 2012

Rita Faye (Cruse) Neal, 70, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2012. Rita was born on December 24, 1941 to the late Andrew Biven and Margaret (Brown) Cruse. She was united in marriage to the late William Edward Neal, Jr. on August 18, 1962 which brought three children to bless their home. Rita worked at Fashion...

Charles Martin

Charles Martin

Aug 4, 2012

Charles C. "Johnny" Martin, 85, of Clarksville, Indiana passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2012. A U.S. Army veteran of the military police, Johnny was a life member of VFW Post 1832 in Jeffersonville, Indiana. A retiree of 50 years with N.G. Gilbert, he enjoyed playing cards, horseracing, golf, and bowling. Johnny was a former member of the Jeffersonville Elks'...

Hattie Belledavis Thornton

Hattie Belledavis Thornton

Aug 4, 2012

Hattie Belle Davis Thornton, age 90, passed away on Saturday, August 4, 2012. She was born on Wolf Pen Branch Road in Prospect, KY on October 14, 1921. She was oldest daughter, the first of six children, three boys and three girls. At an early age she joined the Taylortown A.M.E. Zion Church, where she was a missionary worker. She...

Barbara Mcdonald

Barbara Mcdonald

Aug 4, 2012

Barbara Ann (Lambertus) McDonald, 62, of New Albany, IN passed away on August 4, 2012. Barb was born on September 2, 1949 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Andrew Lambertus & Anna Belle (Cox) Bottorff. She was a faithful member of Northside Christian Church. She is survived by her son, Troy McDonald; grandson, Alex McDonald; companion, Ben Warwick; brother-in-law,...

Robert E. Garr

Robert E. Garr

Aug 4, 2012

Robert E. Garr, 53, of Louisville, KY, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012.Robert is survived by his sister, Joanne Woods; nieces: Miranda Lynn Yunt, Kimberly Gail Yunt, Megan O'Neil Yunt, Sydney Higler, Madison Higler, Kristi Lynn Evans and Susan Jackson; nephews: Ricky Wayne Woods, Keven James Higler, Harry Jr, Shayne Evans and Linny Jackson.Funeral ceremony will be held Saturday, August...

Brent Rodriguez

Brent Rodriguez

Aug 1, 2012

Brent Kyle Rodriguez, 19, of Louisville, went to be with his Heavenly Father August 1, 2012.He attended Eastern High School and is a member of Southeast Christian Church. He will be remembered for his loving spirit and genuine heart. His smile would light up the room with his love for everyone he met.He was preceded in death by his sister,...

Christine Atcher

Christine Atcher

Aug 1, 2012

Christine Atcher, age 64 of Louisville, passed away August 1, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ormel D. Watson and Joan J. Gifford (Paluch). Christine is survived by her sister, Jill Anderson; son, William (Kip) White; daughter, Laurel Wilson; grandchildren Cody A. Blissitt and Daphne Rayne Wilson; nephew, Scott Anderson; nieces,...

Donnie C. Brock

Donnie C. Brock

Aug 1, 2012

Donnie C. Brock, 78, of New Albany, IN passed away on August 1, 2012. He was a member of Valley View Golf Course for over 40 years and a current member of New Salisbury Golf Course. Donnie was an avid sports fan, and above all, a loving father and husband. He was born on November 27, 1933 in New Albany....

Edward Fuell

Edward Fuell

Jul 31, 2012

Edward B. Fuell, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at his winter home in Largo, FL. He was a native of Danville, KY., but spent his adult life in Louisville. He was a WWII Air Force Veteran as a navigator and had a life-long love of flying. He retired after 35 years of service with Bell South...

Minnie B.(Smith) Hardy

Minnie B.(Smith) Hardy

Jul 31, 2012

Minnie B. (Smith) Hardy, 65, of Louisville, KY passed away as a result of heart disease on July 31, 2012. Minnie was born on December 5, 1946 in Benton, KY to the late Ernest and Ida (Finney) Smith. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Glenn E. Hardy; sons, Raymond F. and James E. Hardy. She is survived...

James William Murphree

James William Murphree

Jul 31, 2012

James William Murphree, age 67 of Taylorsville, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2012. He was a retired SGM in the US Army with 33 years of military service, and was awarded the Legion of Merit. He was a member of AUSA, NRA, Redeemer Presbyterian Church, co-founder of RV'ers for Disaster Relief, and was the owner of Murphree's Honey Do's in...

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