obituaries

Jul 7, 2023

Robert D. Shields , 55, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023at Baptist Health Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. He was born on February 10, 1968 to Marcella Shields and Donald Cook. Robert worked as a welder for most of his life. He worked for Jeff Boat of Jeffersonville, Indiana. Robert was preceded in death by his father, Donald...

Jul 5, 2023

Verril Tony Carpenter was born Jan 31,1932 in Washington County Kentucky. He was the son of Mitchell Thompson Carpenter and Lena Florine Reynolds Carpenter. He married Fauniel Hall in Gravel Switch Kentucky on September 16, 1955. He is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Fauniel and survived by his 3 children Craig Mandel Carpenter, Angela Stacey-Jones...

Jul 4, 2023

Mary Victoria Corby (Waters), 83,  passed away on the evening of July 4, 2023 at the home she shared with her sister.

Born in Louisville, KY, Mary lived most of her life in the metro area with stints in Virginia, California, and Paris, France. Retired from National Distributors, she was also a member of the Sellersburg Moose...

Jul 3, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Malone on July 3, 2023, at the age of 48. Born June 25, 1975, James was a beacon of joy and laughter throughout his life, touching many with his warmth and kindness.

James is survived by his wife, Patricia, children Ashley, Thomas, Karli, and Zachary...

Jul 3, 2023

William "Vince" Reker , 83, entered eternal life on Monday, July 3, 2023 at Robley Rex VAMC in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born on March 14, 1940 to the late John W. Reker and Elizabeth R. Woolcutt. Vince honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, Vince worked as a truck driver and...

Jul 2, 2023

Bette Jean Broady , 74, entered eternal life on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Maple Manor Christian Home. She was born in Sellersburg on June 21, 1949 to the late Henry and Mary Leach (Bottorff). Bette was a homemaker and faithful member of First Baptist Church of Sellersburg. She enjoyed working in her yard, bowling, puzzles and quiet fishing...

Jul 2, 2023

Patricia "Patti" Peters , 70, entered eternal life on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. She was born on November 26, 1952 to the late John and Kathleen Trunick (Hazel) in Louisville, Kentucky. Pattie was a faithful member of the St. John Paul II Catholic Church in Sellersburg. She was preceded in...

Jul 1, 2023

Blake E. Bridges , 34, entered eternal life on Saturday, July 1, 2023. He was born to Kevin and Brenda Bridges (Spitznagel) on December 21, 1988 in Louisville, Kentucky. Blake was a 2007 graduate of Providence High School. He furthered his education at Indiana University Southeast, earning his bachelor's degree.  Blake worked as an accountant for SGS Graphics. He...

Jun 29, 2023

Mary K. Daily , 69, entered eternal life on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Clark Memorial Hospital in Jeffersonville, Indiana. She was born to Thaddeus and Mary Crone (Wagner) in New Albany, Indiana on the 8th of June 1954. Mary was a faithful member of the Sellersburg United Methodist Church. She enjoyed her time working in the cafeteria at...

Jun 23, 2023

Sunrise – November 17, 1952 Sunset – June 23, 2023

David Wayne Robertson passed away Friday, June 23, 2023 at UofL Hospital.  He was surrounded by his close family and an abundance of love. Dave was a gift to this world.  He was an exceedingly caring father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother, uncle, cat dad, neighbor and friend.  He...

Jun 20, 2023

John Raymond Nutter , 76, entered eternal life on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born to John and Isabell Nutter on June 5, 1947 in Fayetteville, West Virginia. John retired from the United States Army after 28 years of honorable service to his country. He was also a retired...

Jun 17, 2023

Margaret M. Burke ,81, born in New Albany, Indiana on October 30, 1941 died peacefully on June 17, 2023 at Autumn Woods Health Campus, New Albany, Indiana.  She was married to her husband, Larry Burke for 59 years and was the mother of their four children, Michael, Kathleen, Shannon and Mary Beth.

She was preceded in death...

Jun 15, 2023

Charlotte R. Evanoff , 84, entered into eternal life on June 15, 2023. She was born in Memphis, Indiana on December 1, 1938 to the late Steve and Martha (Day) Swango.

Charlotte was a devout Christian and a member for many years of the North Charlestown Church of God. She was a wonderful homemaker, a loving wife,...

Jun 12, 2023

Kelli Mae Alm , 35 lost her life in a tragic car accident on June 12, 2023.

Some people only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us.

Kelli gained her wings and joined her family in heaven. Her father Donald Johnson; mother Judith Johnson; and...

Jun 11, 2023

Charles H. Stewart , 86, entered eternal life on Sunday, June 11, 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born to the late William Harvey and Anna Louise Stewart (Fischer) in Memphis, Indiana. He was a member and former deacon of the Sellersburg Church of Christ. Charles was a self-employed entrepreneur in the printing industry. He served as the president...

Jun 9, 2023

William David Cunningham , 83, entered eternal life on Friday, June 9, 2023 at his home in Clarksville, Indiana. He was born on October 2, 1939 to the late Hughston and Tempie Cunningham (Nance) in Madisonville, Kentucky. William honorably served his country in the United States Navy. He was a retired over the road truck driver. William enjoyed spending...

Jun 1, 2023

Doris Ann Smith passed away on June 1, 2023 at 79 years old in Sellersburg, Indiana.

She was born in Warren County, Kentucky. Graduated from Jeffersonville high school in Indiana,

spent the rest of her life living in the southern Indiana area where she raised her family.

Doris owned her own real estate...

May 31, 2023

Gwendolyn (Akers) Conaway , 89, formerly of Borden, passed away May 31, 2023. She was born August 10, 1933 in Borden, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Ruby Akers; her spouse, Arnold Conaway; and her siblings, Marvin Akers (Polly) and Fayetta Burns (Paul), all from Borden.

Gwen retired from Haas Cabinet in...

May 31, 2023

Sharon Everitt , 83, entered into eternal life of May 31, 2023 at her home in Sellersburg. She was born in Jeffersonville, Indiana on December 28, 1939, to the late Albert and Rose Kahl. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter Joanna Grimm and her grandson Cole Grimm. Sharon was a beloved employee...

May 30, 2023

Russell Edward Prather , 94 of Sellersburg, Indiana went home to his heavenly father on May 30, 2023 at Clark Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family after complications from multiple health issues.

Russell was born on February 11,1929, in Sellersburg, Indiana, to Grover Edward Prather and Anna Marie (Dietz) Prather.

Russell graduated from Silver Creek High...