Obituaries

Guy Howard Dorsey, Jr.

Guy Howard Dorsey, Jr.

May 9, 2020

Guy Howard Dorsey, Jr., 97, of Louisville, Kentucky, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 9, 2020. He was born on February 21, 1923 in Brownsboro, KY to the late Guy and Virgie (Thompson) Dorsey. He is also preceded in death by his nine siblings, his wife Alene Dorsey, two children Guy Howard Dorsey, III and Janet D. Howard and...

Curtis Lee Fields

Curtis Lee Fields

May 8, 2020

Curtis Lee Fields , 63, of Louisville, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020. He was born on October 12, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky and is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Richard Fields. Curtis is survived by his daughter, Nychole Anderson (Keith Anderson, Sr.), son, Armond Wilson, son, Marcus Fields, and his mother Watana Brown, son, Shannon Fields,...

Willa Jane (Boyd) Gatling

Willa Jane (Boyd) Gatling

May 8, 2020

Willa Jane (Boyd) Gatling, 76, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020. Willa was a member of the Greater Mt. Zion Apostolic Church where she faithfully attended Bible classes and Sunday worship. She loved cooking and baking; enjoyed caring for her late husband, Joseph Gatling, in his later years; and enjoyed watching The Word Network on...

Zachary Harrison Wheeler

Zachary Harrison Wheeler

May 8, 2020

Zachary Harrison Wheeler, 30, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020.Zachary Harrison Wheeler was born December 5, 1989 to the union of Steven H Wheeler and Gayle M Cosby. Zachary's loving heart, genuine spirit and infectious personality will be missed by all that loved him. Although his life was cut short, his memory will live on...

Richard Harold Rodewig, Sr.

Richard Harold Rodewig, Sr.

May 8, 2020

Richard Harold Rodewig, Sr., 78, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2020. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a devout Christian.He was born on January 13, 1942, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Joseph and Martha (Turner) Rodewig. Richard was also preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn (Carroll) Rodewig; son, Richard...

Ruby F. Schlatter

Ruby F. Schlatter

May 7, 2020

Ruby F. Schlatter passed away on May 7, 2020. She went home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ. She is preceded in death by her sons Joe Schlatter (widow- Sharon), Don Schlatter (widow- Lynn) and Fred Schlatter, Jr., as well as her parents and siblings. She is survived by her husband, of over 63 years of marriage, Fred Schlatter...

Judith Marie Turner

Judith Marie Turner

May 6, 2020

Judith Marie Turner, 70, passed from this life on May 6, 2020. Judy was born on November 29,1949 in Lynchburg, VA, to Norman Albion Turner and Elizabeth Ruth Lawhorne Turner, both who preceded her in death. Judy received her training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville where she began her career. After a couple of years,...

Charlotte Marie Orr

Charlotte Marie Orr

May 6, 2020

Charlotte Marie Orr, 17, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. She was born on October 11, 2002 in Louisville, Kentucky. Marie was gifted with a beautiful heart, wild spirit, and brave soul. Her free, fun-loving nature brought light and animation into many lives, and will forever be cherished. She had the most genuine character and endless...

Delta Inez Walls

Delta Inez Walls

May 6, 2020

Delta Walls, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, Formerly of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Delta was a member of The Father Word and Holy Ghost Church of God in Christ. She loved to sing and loved people. Delta was a kind soul who loved her family, and will be missed by all who knew her.She was born...

Mary Lee Meurer

Mary Lee Meurer

May 6, 2020

Mary Lee Meurer, 57, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. She was born on May 10, 1962 in Louisville, Kentucky to Herbert Hall, Sr. and Carolyn Zamarripa. Mary loved her BINGO and scratch off's. Her grandkids were her world and she enjoyed spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers,...

Ollie Eugene Davis

Ollie Eugene Davis

May 6, 2020

Ollie Eugene Davis, 44, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Ollie was an alumnus of The Healing Place. Ollie was born on April 17, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois. He is preceded in death by his brother, Benjamin Luke, Grandparents, Marge and Raymond Albert, Jo and Bosco Preston.Ollie is survived by his mother, Raynena Davis, sisters, Melissa...

Joan F. O'Neil

Joan F. O'Neil

May 6, 2020

Joan F. O'Neil, 85, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. She was born on September 15, 1934 in Louisville, to the late Charles Maurice Reehl and Roxie Johnson Reehl. Along with her parents, her husband, James "Ray" O'Neil; and brother, Charles Morris Reehl have preceded her in death. Joan was a retired nurse who loved playing...

Marvin "Dean" Atkins

Marvin "Dean" Atkins

May 6, 2020

Marvin "Dean" Atkins, 71, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. He was a United States Army veteran that served his country during the Vietnam War. Dean retired as a machinist from Beach Mold & Tool in New Albany after 34 years of employment. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Lafayette Township Fire Department and...

Shannon Renee Dabo

Shannon Renee Dabo

May 5, 2020

Shannon Renee Dabo, 49, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Shannon was born on May 13, 1970 in Louisville, Kentucky.Shannon is survived by her loving Mother, Bernita Green, Father, David Buford, Son, Malick Dabo, Sister, Daphne Buford, Brother, Curtis Buford, Ex-Spouse, Sibigne Dabo, and a host of other family members and friends.Contributions in Shannon's memory can...

Timothy Lee Barton

Timothy Lee Barton

May 5, 2020

Timothy Lee Barton, 66, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. He was an avid golfer and fan of the Green Bay Packers. Tim was a family man that enjoyed riding his motorcycle, shooting guns, and singing.He was born on May 3, 1954, in Dixon, Illinois, to Donald and Joan (Mayo) Barton. Along with his parents,...

Wilma Cheatham

Wilma Cheatham

May 5, 2020

Wilma "Jean" Cheatham, 90, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. She was born on July 22, 1929 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Ovey and Margaret (Buttery) Wilson. Jean was a Christian, member of First Baptist Fisherville and a retired employee of Jefferson County Public Schools in the accounts payable department. Left to cherish her memory...

Joanne Marie (Koetter) Gettelfinger

Joanne Marie (Koetter) Gettelfinger

May 5, 2020

Joanne (Koetter) Gettelfinger, 81, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. She was born on April 3, 1939, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Joseph and Lorena (Batliner) Koetter.Joanne is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Ralph Gettelfinger; son, Tim (Jeanette) Gettelfinger; daughter, Laura (Dave) Gettelfinger Waiz; daughter, Peggy (Pete) Gettelfinger Koopman; daughter, Susan...

John Schmittler

John Schmittler

May 5, 2020

John Schmittler, 81, of Shepherdsville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. He was born on August 18, 1938 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Helen Schmittler. He was a proud United States Army veteran who served in Korea. He retired from Ford Motor Company after 32 years of dedicated work and was a member of Auburndale...

Tiara J. Salter

Tiara J. Salter

May 4, 2020

Tiara J. Salter, affectionately known as "TT" by her loved ones, departed her earthly home on Monday, May 42020 at Norton Suburban Hospital. Despite "TT" being gone too soon, we all know she lived life to the fullest. Jeremiah29:11 states, "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm...

Samuel Rhett Phelps

Samuel Rhett Phelps

May 4, 2020

Samuel Rhett Phelps, age 23 of Louisville, gained his freedom on Monday, May 4, 2020. He graduated from Oldham County High School where he was a member of the chess club and was state champion in motocross. He was an avid drummer and loved music. Sam was known by Peanut to many of his family and friends. He was a...

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