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David Fanning Sr.

David Fanning Sr.

Jan 1, 2024

David Fanning Sr., 68, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024. He enjoyed going to B&B Bar "Clover Leaf". David also enjoyed music, motorcycles, going on vacations, his grandchildren, and spending time with family and friends.He was born on March 28, 1955 in Jeffersonville, Indiana to the late James and Francis (Burns) Fanning. In addition to...

Michael C. Opdyke

Michael C. Opdyke

Dec 31, 2023

Michael C. Opdyke, 69, of Rineyville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1954 in Germany to the late Margaret Ulick. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Deborah Opdyke, son, Michael (Michelle) Burke, his granddaughter, Ally Burke and his cousin, Susan Bower.Michael retired RP Scherer in 2010. He will...

Dorothy Mae Vance

Dorothy Mae Vance

Dec 31, 2023

Dorothy Mae Vance, 98, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Dorothy's life was devoted to being a good Christian, a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She was selfless to the core and fiercely devoted to her family and their care. "If I had to do it all again I wouldn't change a thing"...

Margaret Wright

Margaret Wright

Dec 31, 2023

Margaret (Truitt) Wright, "Margo", "Snooks", 79, of New Albany, Indiana, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with her family at her side. Margo was born on August 18, 1944 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Clifford and Mary (Beswick) Truitt. She graduated from the original St. Patrick's at 16th & West Market Streets in Louisville, Kentucky....

Ronald Paul Deatrick, Sr.

Ronald Paul Deatrick, Sr.

Dec 31, 2023

Ronald Paul Deatrick, Sr., 84, of Clarksville, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. He served in the United States Army, where he was active duty in Europe, and was a 50 year member of Masonic Lodge #340. Ron was also a lifelong civil servant, working for several branches of government in the Town of Clarksville and ultimately retired...

Kenneth Stephen Hale

Kenneth Stephen Hale

Dec 30, 2023

Kenneth Stephen Hale, 55, passed away on December 30, 2023. He was an avid UofL fan. Kenneth enjoyed traveling and was always ready for a road trip. He enjoyed doing word and number puzzles, watching Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and Andy Griffith with his son, Christopher. Kenneth liked listening to Rock & Roll and attended many concerts and music festivals....

Billy Wayne Fortner

Billy Wayne Fortner

Dec 30, 2023

Billy Wayne Fortner, 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. Billy was born on November 9, 1947. He is preceded in death by his father, Hubert Wayne Fortner, mother, Cloe Oliver Hollis, and siblings, Terry Fortner, Delores Fisher and Mary Fortner.Billy is survived by his loving wife Mary Fortner, children, Doug Fortner, Gailyn (Kim) Fortner, Pauletta...

Ray Alan Duff

Ray Alan Duff

Dec 30, 2023

Ray Alan "Dinky" Duff, age 52 of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. He was born November 2, 1971, the son of Lydia Drage and Ray Duff. Ray (Dinky) was a hard working family man who loved adventure. In his down time he was working on cars and spending time with his kids. He was a loving...

Shirley A. Getzel

Shirley A. Getzel

Dec 30, 2023

Shirley A. Getzel, 86, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born on July 27, 1937 in Larue County, Kentucky. She is preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Tracy and her father, William Sutherland , Sr.. Shirley is survived by her loving family, brother, William (Lillian) Sutherland , Jr., niece, Dee (Shawn) Kinser, great...

Lucie Dillon

Lucie Dillon

Dec 30, 2023

Lucie Dillon, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born on July 21, 1940 in Krefeld, Germany to Heinz and Johanna (Gelderman) Limbach. She is preceded in death by her mother, Johanna K. Limbach; and father, Heinz L. Limbach.Lucie is survived by her loving family, daughter, Martina C (Philip) Austin; sons, David G. Ward,...

Michele L. Reilly

Michele L. Reilly

Dec 30, 2023

Michele L. Reilly, 75, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Louisville on December 30, 2023. She was born in New Jersey and studied home economics at Montclair State University. Michele had a long career with General Electric where she wrote many use and care books. She was an avid dog lover and was very active in dog training and...

Peggy Price Fucella

Peggy Price Fucella

Dec 30, 2023

Peggy Price Fucella, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at her home in Shelbyville, KY. She was born on March 9, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late George and Lou Alice Price. Peggy was a graduate of Ahrens Trade School and worked as a Commercial Insurance Underwriter for many years before she retired. She...

Teresa M. Spencer

Teresa M. Spencer

Dec 30, 2023

Teresa M. Spencer, 75, of La Grange, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born on March 31, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky to Harry and Marcella (Barr) Winebrenner. Teresa was a devoted Catholic and attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in La Grange. She worked for over 20 years at the Richwood Nursing and Rehab Center in La...

Dr. Earl Quinton

Dr. Earl Quinton

Dec 30, 2023

Dr. Elton Earl Quinton, 87, of Palmyra, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and taught psychology at the University of Louisville. Upon his retirement, Elton became a full-time horse trainer. He was born on July 18, 1936 in Uvalde, Texas. Elton is survived by his wife, Debbie...

Karen Sue Hardsaw

Karen Sue Hardsaw

Dec 29, 2023

Karen Sue (Carwile) Hardsaw, 64, of Louisville, Kentucky, returned home to Our Lord on Friday, December 29th, 2023. Karen was born on May 16, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Betty (Ray) Carwile. During her childhood she spent much of her time with her siblings rambunctiously exploring life while creating bonds that lasted a lifetime. She also spoke often of time...

Laura Jane Whitmore

Laura Jane Whitmore

Dec 29, 2023

Laura Jane Whitmore, 59, of Fairdale, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. Laura was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and pet lover. She never met a stranger and made friends everywhere she went. She was an active member of Mt. Holly Church for 24 years. Christmas was her favorite holiday, where she kept a regular reminder of the...

Carolyn A. Collins

Carolyn A. Collins

Dec 29, 2023

Carolyn A. Collins, 78, of La Grange, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023 at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. She was born on December 2, 1945 to the late Jim and Marilyn (Fuller) Shroyer. Carolyn worked as a Real Estate Agent and most recently as a School Bus Attendant for Oldham County Schools. She was a member of Grace Baptist...

Virginia W. Barker

Virginia W. Barker

Dec 29, 2023

Virginia W. Barker, 88, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. She was born in 1935 in Wehadkee, Alabama to the late Dewey and Sarah (Crouch) Webb. Virginia loved the Lord with all her heart. She praised the Lord as a member of the church choir and was a Sunday School teacher for many years. She ushered...

Homer C. Burford

Homer C. Burford

Dec 29, 2023

Homer Clark Burford, 96, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. He was born on May 30, 1927 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Rufus and Florence (Horton) Burford. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Joyce Burford, sisters, Mary Norton and Jane Shane and granddaughter, Julie Burford. Homer is survived by...

Sara Lynn Collins

Sara Lynn Collins

Dec 28, 2023

Sara Lynn Collins (nee Brown) '83' of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023. She was born on July 23rd, 1940 in Louisville, KY to her parents, the late Walter Brown and Catherine Bernardine Mahlmann.Sara Lynn is survived by her sons, Darrell Rayburn Collins and Damon Lee Collins; grandchildren, Benjamin and Alexander Collins; siblings, Joseph Walter Brown, III,...

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