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Shirley Mae Chandler, “The Dirt Lady”, 86, loving wife to William K. Chandler, passed away at her “Little Home” on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.  She was born to the late Charles F. Baker and Hazel V. Baker (McGloshen) in Louisville, Kentucky on June 18, 1935. She is also reunited with her husband of 58 years, William Kenneth Chandler, sister Carol Baker (Jackson), great granddaughter, Gracelyn Baker and great grandson Griffen Chandler. Shirley was a school bus...

On the first Saturday in May 2022, James Robert Akins aka Bob, loving husband and father of two children, passed away at the age of 75.   Bob was born on August 24, 1946 in Louisville, KY to James and Rachael Akins. He married Charlene Miller and raised two children, Kelly and Scott.   Bob had a love of cars, coins, cookbooks, and ALL Animals… but Dogs and Cats primarily. He is known for his selfless nature, his quick wit, and his infamous humor. His biggest passion was his...

Alma Josephine Brown, 87, passed away on May 2, 2022. She was born on June 5, 1934 to the late Joseph and Louise Green Kelty. Alma was a former owner of a cake decorating business and was a Hospice volunteer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John Edward Brown, and a son David. She is survived by her children, Matt, Denise and Tim, and eight grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Monday May 9, 2022, at 12:00 noon at Louisville Memorial Gardens Funeral Home,...

Bobby F. Elliott, 75, passed away on May 1, 2022. He was born on October 10, 1946. Bobby was an Air Force Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marie and Floyd; wife, Barbara; brother, James Wood, Sr., daughter, Bobbie Jo Chambers. He is survived by his children, Terry Elliott (Michelle), Melissa Compton (Ben) and Gary Elliott; grandchildren, Anthony Michael Grainger, Corey Joseph Grainger; sister, Vickie Thompson (Steve); sister-in-law, Loreda Elliott (James). A memorial...

Joanne Bonita Philpott, 78, passed away on May 1, 2022. She was a retired hospital administrative assistant and a member of Rockford Lane Baptist Church for over 50 years. Joanne was the most loving Mom, Mimi and Sister you could find. She had a passion for animals, cooking for her family, decorating at holidays and was quite the sports fanatic. She is preceded in death by her parents Horace and Geneva Wehunt Sizer and her sister, Barbara Bredhold. She is survived by her children, Robin...

Dallas Dean King, 1 year old, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away at home with his loving family surrounding him on April 30, 2022.  Dallas was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 2020.   Little Dallas endured a lot in his short life, but always was a happy and smiling baby that loved listening to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and snuggling with his favorite stuffed animals.  His life may have been short, but he felt much love in his time here and brought such joy to his...

Bessie Jane Campbell, 95, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on April 28, 2022, with her family and close friends surrounding her.  Bessie was born on May 10, 1927, to the late George Cox and Leonard Turner in Jericho, Kentucky. Preceding Bessie in death was her loving husband of 73 years, Albert Campbell; stepfather, Al Cox; sisters Virgie Greenwell and Judy Williford; brothers, George Cox and Homer Cox. Surviving are Bessie’s children, Patricia Newman, Jack Campbell and...

Donna Jo Evanoff, 73, of Louisville, KY, passed away on April 26, 2022 from her battle with Cancer. She was surrounded by her daughter, Michele and her grand children Ashley & Tommy when she took her last breathe.  She was born to parents Joseph & Lora Williams Carter , on December 14,1948 in Louisville, KY. Donna was loved by many that she worked with. She was a Head Cashier/Bookkeeper...

Velma Ann Fabel, 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on April 25, 2022, at her residence. Velma was born in Green County Kentucky on December 14, 1942, to the late William Raymond and Sarah Elizabeth (Madden) Loyall. Proceeding Velma in death were her parents; her stepfather Philip Regenauer; and her brothers James and William Loyall. Velma is survived by her husband, James Edwin Fabel; her children, Jim (Mary) Fabel, Ronnie (Sherry) Fabel, Julie (Mike) Greene, and Kelli (Kent)...