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John William Harrington III

John William Harrington III

Jan 1, 2025

John William Harrington III, 64, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on January 1, 2025. John retired after a distinguished 20-year career at Electronic Data Systems in Dallas, Texas. His professional journey was marked by hard work and integrity, traits that shaped his life both in and out of the office.

Born on July 17, 1960, he was the beloved son of...

Thomas A. Gerdis

Thomas A. Gerdis

Dec 31, 2024

Thomas A. Gerdis, age 84 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2024.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8pm on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, East Louisville Chapel, 235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, Kentucky 40243 and on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Chapel in the Woods, 1407 Moser Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40299.  A celebration...

Frank D. Torres

Frank D. Torres

Dec 31, 2024

Frank D. Torres, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in New Albany, Indiana, at the age of 96. Born on April 2, 1928, in Alice, Texas, Frank lived a life filled with love, dedication, and spirit.

Frank proudly served his country in the United States Army, having been inducted on July 3,...

Walter E. Cook, Jr.

Walter E. Cook, Jr.

Dec 31, 2024

Walter E. Cook, Jr., passed away on December 31, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on October 29, 1954, Walter lived a life enriched by his love for family and the simple pleasures of life.

Walter was a large man whose children leaned on like a stone wall in times of need. He appreciated fishing on his bass boat in...

Fredrick Ernest Rector

Fredrick Ernest Rector

Dec 29, 2024

Fredrick Ernest Rector, age 82 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

Services are currently pending.

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Barbara "Bobbie" Fisher

Barbara "Bobbie" Fisher

Dec 28, 2024

Barbara "Bobbie" Fisher, aged 86, of Louisville, Kentucky, peacefully departed from this world on Saturday, December 28, 2024. She was born on July 15, 1938, in Georgetown, Kentucky, to the late Sim and Lucille (Sebastian) Wheeler. She is also preceded in death by her beloved brother, Lewis Wheeler.

Bobbie leaves behind a cherished family that includes her loving children: Andy Fisher,...

Allene Ruth Whitmer

Allene Ruth Whitmer

Dec 28, 2024

Allene Ruth Whitmer, a beloved mom, grandma, and cherished friend, peacefully departed this life at her home on December 28, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on June 10, 1928, in Alum Rock, Pennsylvania, Allene was the daughter of Clarence and Pearl Master, embracing a life full of love, care, and dedication to her family.

A remarkable woman, Allene shaped...

William M. Davis

William M. Davis

Dec 28, 2024

William McKinley Davis passed from this life to the next on December 28, one day before his 94th birthday. He was enjoying a post-Christmas celebration with his family and told them how much they meant to him. Feeling ill, he took a nap, then woke in the arms of his Savior and was reunited with his beloved Georgia.

Bill was born...

Darlene May (Brewer) Nierengarten McDowell

Darlene May (Brewer) Nierengarten McDowell

Dec 28, 2024

Darlene May (Brewer) Nierengarten McDowell, 84, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Born on July 29, 1940, to William and Edith (Lone) Brewer, Darlene lived a life marked by love, resilience, and the warmth she brought to those around her.

Along with her parents, Darlene was preceded in death by her husbands, Gordon Nierengarten and Richard...

David Allen Ponder

David Allen Ponder

Dec 27, 2024

David Allen Ponder, age 68, passed away on December 27, 2024. David was born in Evansville, Indiana to the late Sam and Thelma Ponder. Here to carry on his memory is his loving wife of 39 years, Pam Ponder; his brother, Mike Ponder and wife Jenifer Ponder and many friends of which are far to many to name. Also proceeding...

Josephine "Jo" Jackson

Josephine "Jo" Jackson

Dec 27, 2024

Josephine "Jo" Jackson, a beloved fixture in her family and community, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, at the age of 87, with her beloved sister by her side in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on October 23, 1937, in Crestwood, Kentucky, she was a person whose warmth and compassion touched the lives of everyone she met.

A dedicated homemaker, Jo exemplified...

Matt Bishop

Matt Bishop

Dec 27, 2024

Matthew Bishop, 52, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. 

He was born on December 26, 1972 in Sumter, South Carolina to Dennis and Jude (Flaherty) Bishop. He is preceded in death by his father, Dennis Bishop. 

Matt was a 1991 graduate of St. X High School. After high school he completed the KY Tech Aviation Maintenance Program in...

Dennis Wayne Lynn, Sr.

Dennis Wayne Lynn, Sr.

Dec 27, 2024

Dennis Wayne Lynn, Sr., 64, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. He retired from BL Curry & Sons, then went on to finish out his career working at Smokey's Discount Tobacco Outlet. Dennis also worked events for over 30 years at the Sportsdrome Speedway in Clarksville, where he became known as the "Beer Man." Outside...

Homer Turner Barnett, Jr.

Homer Turner Barnett, Jr.

Dec 27, 2024

Homer Turner Barnett, Jr., 81, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. He retired from UPS and was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

He was born on September 27, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Homer, Sr. and Lydia (Hill) Barnett. Along with his father, Homer was preceded in death by his infant children, Daniel and...

Stephen "Steve" Biven

Stephen "Steve" Biven

Dec 26, 2024

Stephen "Steve" Biven, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, December 26, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Coincidentally, this was the same date he met the love of his life, Sheila, in 1997. Steve Graduated from Bishop David High School in 1977 & began working at Philip Morris shortly thereafter, for 17 years....

Ricky R. Williams

Ricky R. Williams

Dec 26, 2024

Ricky R. Williams, affectionately known as "Slick Rick," passed away peacefully at the age 71 on December 26, 2024, in his beloved city of Louisville, Kentucky.

Born on March 10, 1953, Ricky was a cherished son of the late Melvin and Mary (Ford) Williams. He was a devoted father, brother, and friend who brought joy and warmth to those fortunate enough...

Judy Meneely

Judy Meneely

Dec 26, 2024

Judith Ann Meneely was born April 4, 1940 in Athens, OH to Paul and Ernestine Childers. She passed into the arms of Jesus on December 26, 2024 in Louisville, KY at the age of 84. Judy’s life was testimony of a life lived for Jesus. She shared her life with family, friends, church family, and students of all ages.

Judy was...

John Wallace Allen

John Wallace Allen

Dec 26, 2024

John Wallace “JW” Allen, 75, passed away on December 26, 2024, with his sons by his side. He was born April 11,1949 in Scottsburg, Indiana to John Allen and Doris (Rigsby) Allen Bigler. 

He is survived by his son Jeffrey (Gina) Allen of Sanford, NC, son Joseph (Gretchen) Allen of Stedman, NC, grandchildren Emma, Shelby, Avery and Logan, sisters Gloria Cullison...

Jean "Michelle" (Gregory) Bline

Jean "Michelle" (Gregory) Bline

Dec 26, 2024

Jean "Michelle" (Gregory) Bline, 48, a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Michelle was a loving and dedicated mother, whose greatest joy in life came from cooking meals for her family and cherishing the moments spent together, especially during their vacations. With a passion for nature, she looked forward to...

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