obituaries

Oct 11, 2023

Hobert E. Wright , 94, entered eternal life on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at his home in Borden, Indiana with his family by his side. He was born on September 20, 1929 to the late Roy and Dee Jackson in Greensburg, Kentucky. Hobert retired from ICI Ammunition Plant where he worked in maintenance. He was a lifelong member of...

Oct 11, 2023

Donald Joseph Thornberry , 65, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at his home in Jeffersonville, Indiana. He was born on December 7, 1957 to the late William and Jane Thornberry (Curly) in Louisville, Kentucky. Donald was preceded in death by his brother, Bruce Thornberry and by his sister, Theresa Schum.

Survivors include his wife Carol...

Oct 10, 2023

Ralph Lee Meek , 82, entered eternal life on October 10, 2023 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. He was born on May 8, 1941 to the late Marvin and Marie Meek (Prather) in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Ralph retired from General Electric and served on the Clark County Farm Bureau Board. He was a member of the...

Oct 8, 2023

Pauline Shepard, 94, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2023, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family.

Born on July 26, 1929, Pauline was a shining light from the moment she entered this world. She was the beloved daughter of Leslie and Altie (Steff) Keown and grew up in Morgantown, KY, where she developed the resilience...

Oct 7, 2023

Joanne Spoonmore , 70, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2023, at her home in Sellersburg, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Scott Spoonmore, as well as her parents and her brother, Wayne Overby. She is survived by her son Nicholas (Dana) Spoonmore of Danville, KY; sisters Faye (Joe)Seigla of Greensboro,...

Oct 5, 2023

We are grieved to announce the passing of Brendon David Booher of Borden , Indiana.

Brendon died at the age of 34 on October 5, 2023.

He is survived by his mother Dawn Stanley, three brothers, James Booher, Thomas Booher, and Steven Booher.  He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews that he loved so...

Sep 30, 2023

Norman Ellenbrand , a beloved husband, brother, and uncle, was called to his eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on September 30, 2023. He transitioned peacefully at his residence, with Rita, his devoted wife of 74 years, holding his hand.

Born on July 14, 1926, in Navilleton, Indiana, Norman was the cherished son of the late...

Sep 29, 2023

Owen John Twigg , 3,  passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, September 29, 2023 at his home in Sellersburg. He was born  on March 7, 2020 at Floyd Memorial Hospital to Richard and Courtney Twigg.

Owen enjoyed listening to music, going to school, and being outside with his brothers. Owen never met a stranger and...

Sep 28, 2023

Carla Faye Link , 61 entered into eternal life on September 28, 2023.

She was born in Jeffersonville, Indiana to John and Corliss Link.  She was a graduate of Silver Creek High School, and attended Indiana University, Southeast. She recently finished a course of study to become a Natural Health Consultant and Relaxation Therapist.  She worked as...

Sep 23, 2023

John F. Watson , 89, passed away on Saturday September 23, 2023 at his home in Sellersburg following a yearlong battle with cancer.

He was born on March 26, 1934 in New Albany, Indiana and was raised by Ben and Mabel Blankenbaker in Borden, Indiana.  He served in the United States Army for six years, and retired...

Sep 15, 2023

Fern Graham , 100, entered eternal life on Friday, September 15, 2023 at Lincoln Hills in New Albany, Indiana. She was born at home in Sellersburg, Indiana on June 22, 1923 to the late Chester and Helen Cleveland (Ehringer). Fern honorably served her country in the United States Navy during WWII. Prior to her retirement she was the owner...

Sep 10, 2023

Jerry David Potts , 63, entered eternal life on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born in Louisville on November 15, 1959 to the late Norman and Stella Potts (Casey). Jerry honorably served his country in the United States and Army. He worked at the University of Louisville Hospital as a Surgical Technologist...

Sep 10, 2023

Mary Frances Lawrence , 87, entered eternal life on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at her home in Bardstown, Kentucky following a short illness. She was born in Taylorsville, Kentucky on the 15th of August, 1936 to the late Eddie and Mary Hillard (Young). Soon after retirement from home health care, Frances realized she could not have idle hands and...

Sep 4, 2023

James (Jimbo) William Reed was born on February 15th, 1932, in Coles County, Illinois to Carroll and Emma Reed. As a child, he spent much of his time exploring the outdoors as his father was a farmer and the family lived on the various farms that he was employed at. His father's love of farming also allowed for the...

Aug 31, 2023

Virginia Curtis , 86 passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

She was born in New Albany, Indiana to the late Raymond and Lorine Grangier.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harold Curtis.

Virginia was a homemaker and a proud member of the Ladies Auxiliary,...

Aug 28, 2023

Marguerite Dreher , 67, entered eternal life on Monday, August 28, 2023 at her home in Borden, Indiana with her family by her side. She was born on January 5, 1956 to the late Hiram and Marguerite Fraley (Hinkle) in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Marguerite and Dale owned and operated Triple D Transport and Mar-Da companies. She also owned Miss Marguerite's...

Aug 22, 2023

Barbara J. Trissel , 78, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at the University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. She was born on December 19, 1944 in Batesville, Indiana to the late A.H. and Edna Wenning (Brancamp). Barbara grew up on the farm in Sellersburg, Indiana. She worked and managed several credit unions while she lived in...

Aug 16, 2023

Karen Sue McRae (Bailey) , 69, entered eternal life on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky. She was born on June 8, 1954 to the late Harold Bailey and Virginia Long. Karen retired from Bell South where she worked as an administrative assistant for 33 ½ years. She was a member of Northside Christian Church. In her free...

Aug 15, 2023

Mary Ann White , 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 15, at her son's home.  She was born on November 4, 1936 to the late William Arthur Crider and Rhoda (May) Crider in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Mary Ann was a graduate of Silver Creek High School and became a legal secretary before returning to school where she earned her...

Aug 11, 2023

Lonnie Wayne Bower of Charlestown, Indiana age 72 went to his eternal rest with the lord on Friday August 11, 2023.

He was born June 3rd, 1951, in East St. Louis, Illinois.

Mr. Bower is survived by; His twin brother Ronnie Wade Bower 72 (Gail) of Clarksville, Indiana one daughter Allison Nichole Bower 37, spouse...