obituaries

Apr 26, 2024

Kenneth James Donahue, 92, of Sellersburg, IN, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024, at Lincoln Hills Health Center in New Albany, IN.

Kenneth was born December 3, 1931, to Fulton "Doc" Donahue and Verletta (Conklin) Donahue of North English, Iowa. He grew up in North English and graduated from high school in 1950. On May 11, 1951,...

Apr 25, 2024

Larry Jackson of Sellersburg, Indiana, age 70, entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

Larry was born January 27, 1954 to Don and Elsie Jackson whom preceded him in death. He grew up a country boy in Clay City, Indiana. Learning to drive on tractors in the field at a young age, he had a lifelong...

Apr 23, 2024

Kathryn Michele Payton ,64, peacefully departed this world on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on February 8, 1960, in Bainbridge, Maryland, Kathryn's radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

Having dedicated years of service, Kathryn retired from Humana, leaving behind a legacy of hard work...

Apr 21, 2024

Shirley JoAnn Hurst , 88, peacefully transitioned to eternal life on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at her home in Borden, Indiana surrounded by her family. Born on November 12, 1935, to the late Herbert and Dorothy Schamel (Phillips) in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Throughout her life, Shirley worked alongside her husband in their cabinet business, managing the books and...

Apr 16, 2024

Sandra Pamela Jackson , 82, peacefully entered eternal life on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at her home in Pekin, Indiana. Born on October 24, 1941, to the late Cortez Caesar and Ruth Lindon (Millard) in Bonnie Blue, Virginia, Sandra's journey was marked by a profound dedication to education and the nurturing of young minds.

In 1968, Sandra...

Apr 11, 2024

Elizabeth "Bettye" A. Pendygraft , 84, gracefully transitioned into eternal life on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on October 26, 1939, to James and Stella Pruden in Stanley, Kentucky, Bette leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.

A devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Sellersburg,...

Apr 10, 2024

Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Owen , beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital. Born on May 8, 1951, to the late Franklin and Clara Mae Paulin in Louisville, Kentucky, Betty's life was one of warmth, generosity, and devotion to her family and friends.

Throughout her career...

Apr 7, 2024

Tony Allen Parker , 52, of Memphis, IN, passed away on April 7, 2024 at Norton Clark Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 20, 1971, in Jeffersonville, IN. Tony was known for his sense of humor, intelligence, loving nature, generosity, and independence. He was a devoted father to his son Cody Parker (Trinity). Tony also leaves behind his...

Mar 29, 2024

Norma Jean Burgan, the beloved matriarch of her family and renowned for her "country cooking" skills, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, at the age of 93. She was born on April 29, 1930, to the late William and Ethel Whalen, and throughout her life, she exemplified dedication, love, and unwavering faith.

Norma's devotion to her...

Mar 26, 2024

Evelyn L. Burton, 86, entered into eternal life on March 26, 2024.

She was born in Lafayette, Indiana, to the late Ernest and Rosie May Zollman.

Evelyn was the co-founder, along with her husband, James, and son, Dennis, of Burton Farm and Construction Equipment.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  ...

Mar 21, 2024

Sandra "Sandy" Mae Gramlin , 72, of Sellersburg, Indiana passed away on March 21, 2024. She was born on November 1, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky. Sandy was a graduate of Shawnee High School. She dedicated her professional life to a lifelong career in medical transcription. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Sellersburg. Sandy will be deeply...

Mar 19, 2024

Richard "Red" R. Cissell , age 84 of New Albany, Indiana passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 19, 2024. Red was born on January 19, 1940 to the late George and Minnie Trosper Cissell in Louisville, Kentucky.

He honorably began his service to the United States Army in 1957. He got his first job at...

Mar 16, 2024

Grayson James Deckard , 11, left this world on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Norton Children's Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, after bravely confronting cancer. Born on August 15, 2012 in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Grayson's bright spirit illuminated the lives of all who knew him. A fifth-grade student at Silver Creek Elementary School, he excelled in his High Ability coursework, demonstrating...

Mar 13, 2024

James Bernard "Jim" Schafer , 81, of Sellersburg, IN, passed away on March 13, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1942, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Jim was a beloved husband to Mary Jo (Hamm) Schafer and a loving father to Christine Heiligenberg (Jason) and Angela Banet (Jeff). He was a cherished grandfather to Nikolaus, Nolan, Caleb, Luke, Margaux, Mallory,...

Mar 13, 2024

Steven Keith Durham , age 34, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Henryville, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and creativity. Born on December 12, 1989, to Lindell and Kelly Durham (McKinley) in Louisville, Kentucky, Steven's journey was marked by passion and connection.

A graduate of Pekin Eastern High School in 2008, Steven's athletic...

Mar 11, 2024

Chad Allen Landers , 42, transitioned into eternal peace on Monday, March 11, 2024, at the University of Louisville Hospital following a brief illness. He was born on October 31, 1981 in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Chad dedicated his career to the mechanics of joy, serving as a mechanic at Blackiston Bowl Bowling Alley, where his skills and warm...

Mar 10, 2024

Donna Joy (Hendricks) Gore , 76, of Salem, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2024 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital.

Joy was born on January 2, 1948 at Saint Mary's Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky to Lillian (King) and John W. Hendricks. She graduated from Valley High School and later completed her education in real estate at...

Mar 9, 2024

Mary Louise Baumann , 88, gracefully entered eternal life at Charlestown Place in New Albany, Indiana, on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Born at home in Memphis, Indiana on August 29, 1935, she was the beloved daughter of the late Paul and Mary Ehringer (Schafer). Mary's life was adorned with the joys of homemaking and devotion to her faith as...

Mar 4, 2024

David Ward Webb , 72, entered eternal life on Monday, March 4, 2024, at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born on January 6, 1952, at Saint Edwards Hospital in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Claude I. and Grace C. Webb (Smith).

David's life was marked by unwavering dedication and service....

Mar 4, 2024

Henry Allen Poteet, Jr. 75, transitioned to eternal life on Monday, March 4, 2024, at his home in Charlestown, Indiana, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born to the late Henry and Stella Rose (Cox) Poteet in Hodgenville, Kentucky on November 13, 1948.

Henry's journey was marked by a dedication to education and service. He graduated...