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Charles Leonard Cruse

Charles Leonard Cruse

Mar 6, 2025

Charles Leonard Cruse, 87, of New Albany, IN passed away on March 6, 2025 under the care of hospice. He was born on April 12, 1937 in Louisville, KY to parents Charles Rodney Cruse and Cora Edna (Sweet) Cruse.

He was kind, caring, loving, humorous, and always willing to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed watching IU and Purdue basketball and...

Paula Pearson

Paula Pearson

Mar 5, 2025

Paula Pearson, age 76, of Louisville, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. She was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, before making her home in Louisville. Paula dedicated 20 years as a cardiac intensive care nurse providing care and compassion to countless patients throughout her career.

For many years, Paula devoted herself to Evangel Prison Ministries, where she touched hearts...

Lydia Jane Jackson

Lydia Jane Jackson

Mar 5, 2025

Lydia Jane Jackson, born on November 25, 1973, in New Albany, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Sellersburg, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Lydia devoted herself to caring for others, yet her greatest passion was being a caretaker to her family. Her family was her world, and she poured her love and energy into every aspect...

Clarence Andrew "Sid" Hartlage, Sr.

Clarence Andrew "Sid" Hartlage, Sr.

Mar 5, 2025

Clarence Andrew "Sid" Hartlage, Sr., 96, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Sid's life was a testament to his commitment to service and community. He was the founder of Hartlage Fencing Company, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and entrepreneurship.

Born on February 20, 1929, in Louisville, Kentucky, Sid was the...

Altha M. (Thompson) Lone

Altha M. (Thompson) Lone

Mar 5, 2025

Altha M. (Thompson) Lone, 80, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Born on December 10, 1944, to Tony and Mae (Humphrey) Thompson, Altha lived a life rich in love, faith, and cherished memories.

A devoted woman of faith, Altha found great joy in attending church and believed in the power of prayer. Her unwavering devotion was...

Roberta Parker Washer

Roberta Parker Washer

Mar 5, 2025

Roberta Parker Washer, age 87, left this world on March 5, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her mother, Wilma; dad, Kenneth; sister, Jean; husband, Jim; son, Dale; and daughter, Jennifer. 

Surviving her is her son, John Flagg (Cynthia); three grandsons, John IV (Paula), Evan, and Adam (Desiree); great grandchildren, Jackson, Lance, and Jane. 

In addition to...

Paul Edward Jenkins

Paul Edward Jenkins

Mar 4, 2025

Paul Jenkins, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home with his family on Tuesday, March 4. Paul was a man of remarkable integrity, known for his boundless generosity, unwavering work ethic, and deep love for his family. Born on April 17, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, Paul was the son of the late Robert and...

Diane Goodwin

Diane Goodwin

Mar 4, 2025

Diane Goodwin departed this earth on March 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and educator, she touched the lives of all who knew her with kindness, intelligence, and grace.

Born in 1947 in Leominster, Massachusetts, Diane was a woman of many talents, an extraordinary beauty and cheerleader, she also served as president...

Troy A. Winningham

Troy A. Winningham

Mar 4, 2025

Troy A. Winningham, 53, of Bardstown, Kentucky, passed away on March 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 9, 1971, in Sumter, South Carolina, Troy's early life was marked by an unwavering spirit of kindness and laughter that endeared him to all who knew him.

Troy enjoyed a meaningful career that began with the Ford Motor Company, later...

George "Dan" Hatton

George "Dan" Hatton

Mar 4, 2025

George “Dan” Hatton, age 73 of Louisville, Kentucky went home to his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. He was born in Logan, WV to George W. Hatton, Jr. and Emma Frances Taylor Hatton. He was of the Christian faith, a Vietnam Veteran, and a radio broadcaster.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Chalise Hatton; Ryan Hatton (Kelly)...

Larry G. Gross Sr.

Larry G. Gross Sr.

Mar 4, 2025

Larry G. Gross Sr., 68, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Larry was a dedicated and hard-working man, whose life was filled with moments of joy and passion for the things he loved. He found great pleasure in fishing with his brothers and friends, and enjoyed the beauty of nature. Larry was...

Calvin Douglas Tomlinson

Calvin Douglas Tomlinson

Mar 3, 2025

Calvin Douglas Tomlinson, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on March 3, 2025. A devoted father and beloved Papaw, Calvin's life was characterized by his unwavering love for his family and his dedication to serving the community as a heavy-duty truck driver for over 30 years.

Born on July 30, 1959, in Louisville, Kentucky, he was the son of Ralph and...

Robert J. Goodman

Robert J. Goodman

Mar 3, 2025

Robert J. Goodman

March 8, 1931– March 3, 2025

Robert J. Goodman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, has ventured home to be with his Heavenly Father. He passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025 at the age of 93. Born in Louisville, KY, to Robert and Clara (Bieker) Goodman, he lived a life filled with love of family, service, and...

Jacob Wales

Jacob Wales

Mar 3, 2025

Jacob Wales, born on February 23, 1988, in Newnan, Georgia, passed away prematurely on March 3, 2025, at the age of 37 in Louisville, Kentucky. He is remembered as a dedicated individual who dedicated his life to bringing joy and nourishment to many.

Jacob was a spirited jokester, known for making others laugh and often giving them a hard time, a...

Cleveland "Junie" Graves

Cleveland "Junie" Graves

Mar 2, 2025

Cleveland "Junie" Graves, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, made his final bow on March 2, 2025, in the city of Louisville, Kentucky, where he was born on October 11, 1943. Junie embarked on a commendable career with LG&E, where he devoted an impressive 52 years of his life. Rising through the ranks to become a Supervisor in the...

Joyce Burgess

Joyce Burgess

Mar 2, 2025

Joyce G. Burgess peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 2, 2025. She was born and resided in Louisville, KY most of her life. Joyce was known best for her love of family, friends, and fur babies.

She attended Ballard high school and went on to study social work in college. While in school, she was a part of...

Pamela S. Welch

Pamela S. Welch

Mar 2, 2025

Pamela S. Welch, affectionately known as Pam, passed away on March 2, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Born on August 24, 1947, she was the daughter of John and Mildred Fowler, who predeceased her.

Pam was a lifelong learner and dedicated professional, earning her degree in nursing from Jefferson Community College after graduating from Durrett High School. For...

Varia Faye Smith

Varia Faye Smith

Mar 1, 2025

Varia Faye Smith, 67, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Varia was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was resilient, passionate and feisty. Varia loved her family endlessly. She will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing her.

She was born on July 2, 1957 in Ramer,...

Warren "Papi" Parker

Warren "Papi" Parker

Mar 1, 2025

Warren Parker, 52, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 Surrounded by his loving family. Warren graduated from Moore High School with Academic and Presidential Awards. His passion for story telling and gift for words set him on a path to become a messenger for The Most High. In his free time, Warren enjoyed himself in...

Heather Renee Ashley

Heather Renee Ashley

Mar 1, 2025

Heather Renee Ashley, 43, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Heather was a loving and devoted mother, sister, and daughter. She had a heart of gold and was willing to help anyone in need. Heather never met a stranger. She had a green thumb that grew the most beautiful gardens and she was an avid animal...

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