Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Louisville, Kentucky

Thomas Lee Richard, Jr.

Thomas Lee Richard, Jr.

Sep 14, 2023

Thomas Lee Richard, Jr., affectionately known as Tommy, passed away on September 14, 2023, in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Born on August 19, 1977, Tommy lived a life filled with joy and a strong passion for his trade as a self-employed plumber. Tommy received his education at Iroquois High School.  While Tommy was known for his exceptional plumbing skills, there...

Ellie Jean Morton

Ellie Jean Morton

Sep 8, 2023

Ellie Jean Morton - July 31, 2023 to September 8, 2023Ellie Jean Morton, a precious fighter who entered this world alongside her twin brother at just 26 weeks, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who loved her. She was a source of strength and courage throughout her short time with us, and she will forever be...

Mary Eleanor Henry

Mary Eleanor Henry

Aug 31, 2023

 

With heavy hearts and great sadness, the family of Mary Eleanor Henry proclaim she was called Home on August 31, 2023, at the age of 98. Mary was born on June 11, 1925, in Louisville Kentucky to the late Harry and Mary (Sass) Diersen.

Mary married the love of her life, Ernest Sylvester Henry, on January 8, 1949. Together...

Joyce Gathof

Joyce Gathof

Sep 2, 2023

Catherine Joyce Culver Gathof, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 2, 2023.

Joyce was born on July 8, 1941, in New Hope, Kentucky.  She was a UK basketball fanatic, never missing a game.  Joyce enjoyed reading, working jigsaw and crossword puzzles, playing card games, but mostly enjoyed spending time with her family.  She was a most...

Garrell Gleason Coomer

Garrell Gleason Coomer

Aug 27, 2023

Garrell Gleason Coomer, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023.  He was born on December 31, 1946 to Arzola (Bragg) Coomer and the late Holland Coomer.

Originally from Adair County, but Garrell was a resident of Louisville for 70 plus years.  Garrell was an ARMY Veteran and proudly served his Country.  He worked for the Ford...

Donald Ray Cronen

Donald Ray Cronen

Aug 22, 2023

 

The family would like to announce with great sadness the passing of our brother Donald Ray Cronen.He was preceded in death by parents John J Cronen Sr. and Margaret H Cronen, brothers Michael Alan and John James Jr.He is survived by sisters Carol A Cronen of Louisville, Cheryl L Shircliff (Steve) of Georgia, Margie H Fultz of Jeffersonville, In.,...

Mary Ann Dougherty

Mary Ann Dougherty

Aug 27, 2023

Mary Ann Dougherty, 86, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on August 27, 2023.  She was born on October 2, 1936, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late William Franklin and Alice Catherine (Miller) Embry.

Mary Ann had a strong faith in God, and was a dedicated member of Beechland Baptist Church for many years.  Mary Ann graduated from Valley High School....

Gertrud Elizabeth Maria Bow

Gertrud Elizabeth Maria Bow

Aug 28, 2023

Gertrud Elizabeth Maria Bow, 86, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023, in Louisville, Kentucky.  She was born on September 2, 1936, to the late Antone Karl and Gertrud (Schneider) Isola, in Koblenz, Germany.

Gertrud was a loving wife, daughter, sister and mother.  She was always there to help others.  Gertrud loved to bake cookies and such for her family...

Allie Omega Steinrock

Allie Omega Steinrock

Aug 22, 2023

Allie Omega Steinrock, beloved wife, mother, and homemaker, passed away on August 22, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on October 31st, 1936, in Albany, Kentucky, Allie was the daughter of Virgil Thrasher and Cohen Shipley. She grew up alongside her brothers and sister Aaron,  Morris and Charlotte, forming a close-knit family that supported and...

Samuel Frank Fancera, Jr.

Samuel Frank Fancera, Jr.

Aug 11, 2023

 

Samuel Frank Fancera Jr., 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday August 11, 2023, from a short-lived illness.

Sam was born in Newark, New Jersey on July 9, 1944. In his young adult years, he served time fighting for his country in the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged in 1970.

Sam married Rhonda Lynn Colvin on July...

Jennifer Rose Williams

Jennifer Rose Williams

Aug 7, 2023

Jennifer Rose Williams, a beloved and cherished soul, passed away in Louisville, Kentucky on August 7, 2023. Born on August 5, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, she brought joy and love into the lives of all those who were fortunate enough to know her. Her generous and outgoing personality was matched only by her enormous heart, always ready to lend a...

Betty Jean Howard

Betty Jean Howard

Aug 6, 2023

 

Betty Jean Howard, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023.  She was born on June 26, 1935, to the late Kenneth and Gertrude (Langnehs) Mock, in Louisville, Kentucky.

Betty was always very kind and loving, and she was known by many as “Mom”.  She was always a hard worker and never met a stranger while...

Marsha Lee Douglass

Marsha Lee Douglass

Aug 6, 2023

 

Marsha Lee Douglass, 80, passed away on Sunday August 6, 2023. She was born on August 21, 1942, to the late Charles E. and Marion E. Breed Surbaugh. She was a housewife and a former employee of the Bank of Louisville. Marsha attended the On Fire Christian Church.

She is survived by her sons, Greg Douglass (Adria) and Matt...

Margie Celia Robertson

Margie Celia Robertson

Aug 5, 2023

Margie Celia Robertson, 85, of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, passed away on August 5, 2023.  Margie was born on November 3, 1937, in Hardin County, Kentucky, to the late Archie and Sally (Buckley) Deckard.

Margie was an excellent homemaker and took enormous pride in how her home looked, inside and out.  She worked very hard to maintain a clean home and a...

Anna Pearl Edelen

Anna Pearl Edelen

Jul 22, 2023

Anna Pearl Edelen, of Upton, Kentucky, passed away on July 22, 2023, at Norton Pavilion Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

Anna was a devoted wife, sister, aunt and friend to everyone she met.  She loved life and anytime you were around her a good laugh was guaranteed.  Anna had a contagious smile, along with a loving personality.

She was preceded in...

Gilbert Lee Hoke

Gilbert Lee Hoke

Jul 19, 2023

 

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of a remarkable individual, Gilbert Lee Hoke, who departed this world on July 19th, 2023. A pillar of kindness and benevolence, Gilbert touched the lives of countless individuals, leaving an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Gilbert is survived by nine...

Barry Wayne Palmer

Barry Wayne Palmer

Jul 10, 2023

 

Barry Wayne Palmer, 67, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 10, 2023.

 

Born on August 7, 1955, Barry was a graduate of Bishop David High School (1973) and retired from Philip Morris. He was a man of faith and a wonderful father, brother, uncle, husband, and loving grandfather. He was a master woodworker and loved...

James "Jimmy" Walter Burton

James "Jimmy" Walter Burton

Jul 7, 2023

James "Jimmy" Walter Burton, 78, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on July 7, 2023.  He was born on December 17, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Evelyn Houchen and George Lawrence Burton.

Jimmy worked for over 25 years at Hubble Metals.  He was the President of the Barkley Democratic Club and a member of the VFW.  He enjoyed horse...

James "Pete" Herman Woehler

James "Pete" Herman Woehler

Jul 2, 2023

 

James “Pete” Herman Woehler, 90, of Mount Washington, Kentucky, passed away on July 2, 2023.  He was born on January 17, 1933, to the late James and Berl Woehler in Louisville, Kentucky.

Pete retired from CSX after many decades. He loved fishing and making videos of church sermons and cassettes of The Gaither Quartet for others.  Pete dedicated his...

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