The Courier-Journal Memorials and Obituaries | We Remember (2024)

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AIKEN, South Carolina George Frederick Brand 1946 — 2024 George Frederick Brand, 78, of Aiken, SC, formerly of Louisville, KY, passed away at home on April 5, 2024, from Mesothelioma. He was predeceased by his parents, George Sr. and Alberta Brand, and his stepson, David Goffinet. He is survived by his wife, Karen Davis Brand. When asked how long they had been married, George's favorite answer was, "not long enough." He is also survived by his children, Jonathan Brand and Alison Malone (Neil), stepson, Michael Goffinet, three grandsons and three great-granddaughters. Cremation was chosen, and a private service will be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank Trinity Hospice of Aiken for their compassionate care during George's... Bowling Green, Kentucky L. H. Waller 1941 — 2024 Our beloved L.H. Waller passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024 at his residence in Bowling Green, KY, after a valiant battle with cancer and cardiovascular disease. He was 82. L.H. was born on October 15, 1941, to Vera Williams Waller and Levy Harold Waller in Fountain Run, KY. He was a graduate of Allen County High School and attended Bowling Green Business University. Initially, L.H. began working for Gray Construction Company; however, after several years with Gray, he had a vision of starting his own construction company. In 1975, he and three other partners formed Alliance Corporation, where he served as President until his retirement. His love for the construction industry was... Louisville, Kentucky Lawrence Elliott Wilkie 2024 Lawrence (Larry) Elliott Wilkie, of Louisville, KY, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, at the age of 76. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jennifer Bohon Wilkie; his son Keenan Clay Wilkie (Scott Vowels) of Louisville, KY; his daughter Summer Elliott Wilkie of Brooklyn NY; and his grandchildren Nova and Wyatt, who hung the moon and stars for him. He also leaves behind a brother, Kim (Donna) of Lexington; a sister, Pamela of Milwaukee, WI; nieces and nephews E. Wilkie Catron, Christopher Wilkie, Emily Pribisco, Katherine Kennedy and Justin Watts; and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond A. Wilkie and Bettie J. Wilkie; his youngest brother Craig... Smithfield, Kentucky Dr. Hugh Sam Williams, DVM 1938 — 2024 Dr. Hugh Sam Williams, known affectionately as "Doc," age 85, of Smithfield, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home in Danville on March 9, 2024. Born on June 25, 1938, in Lexington, Kentucky, to John A. Williams and Allabell Holtzclaw Williams, Hugh Sam led a life filled with profound compassion, boundless generosity, and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of all creatures, great and small. A proud graduate of Stanford High School in 1956, Hugh Sam's academic journey led him to the University of Kentucky, where he completed his undergraduate studies in 1960. Fueled by a lifelong dream to care for animals, he pursued veterinary medicine at Auburn University, earning his Doctor... Hardinsburg, Kentucky Angela Schamore 1936 — 2024 Angela Henninger Schamore, age 87 of Hardinsburg, KY, passed away February 24, 2024 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. Angela was born in Breckinridge County, KY on May 28, 1936, daughter of the late Franklin Scott and Eula Ruth Bruce Henninger. She was a member of Hardinsburg United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir. Angela served the public for many years working various jobs - the Breckinridge County Clerk's Office, Hardinsburg City Council, the Mayor of Hardinsburg and the Farmers Bank where she greeted customers with a friendly smile. Angela was a very affectionate person and the first to give a hug or handshake. She loved to entertain family and friends in her home, which... Taylorsville, Kentucky Patsy P Burton 1941 — 2024 Patsy Burton, age 82, Taylorsville, KY, died Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Born December 9, 1941 in Harrodsburg, KY, Patsy was a homemaker, dog lover, and was an avid fisherman along with her husband. Survivors: her husband, William Alvin Burton; one daughter, Jennifer Anne Burton of Louisville, KY; two sons, Jerry Burton, Mt. Eden, KY and Terry Burton, Lexington, KY. Funeral 1:30 pm, Sunday, February 25, 2024, Ransdell Funeral Chapel, Harrodsburg, KY. Visitation Saturday, February 24th,4:00PM to 6:00PM and Sunday, 10:00AM until 1:30PM. Baton Rouge, Louisiana David Noah Finley 1949 — 2024 David Noah Finley, age 74 formerly of Louisville and Shelbyville, KY, passed away peacefully at his home in Baton Rouge, LA on February 12, 2024. He was a member in good standing of the Valley-Daylight Lodge #511 of the Free and Accepted Masons and a member of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY. He played trombone in several bands including the Advocate Brass Band (Danville, KY), the Swing Street Big Band (Louisville, KY), and the Platinum Sound Orchestra (Baton Rouge, LA). His greatest joy was spending time with his grandsons. David identified as a proud Kentuckian. He grew up in Louisville, KY and was a National Merit Finalist in High School. He was a sports enthusiast and... Louisville, Kentucky Michael Barry Cassady 1946 — 2024 Michael Barry Cassady passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 10, 2024. Mike was born in Hopkinsville, KY, where he attended "Hoptown High" as he liked to call it. He graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in finance. Mike launched his long-standing career directly out of college at Liberty Bank. He eventually moved to Louisville where he secured a position as Vice President of Citizens' Fidelity which further down the line turned into PNC. At 50 years old he moved on from PNC to pursue a happier life in the commercial real estate industry. This allowed him to enjoy one of his favorite hobbies, playing golf almost daily with his friends. His passion for golf... Washington, District of Columbia Nina Leake Richardson 1944 — 2024 Nina Leake Richardson, of Washington, D.C. passed away on February 7, 2024, at the age of 79, following a two-year battle with glioblastoma. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, John Dennett Richardson, son Scott Richardson, daughter-in-law Nicole Richardson, grandsons John "Jack" Richardson and Maclean Richardson, sister Nora "Tooey" Cameron, niece Nora "Nonie" Cameron, nephew Roderick "Rory" Cameron, nephew Nicholas Richardson, niece Rachael Brewer, and four great nephews and great nieces. Nina was born in New York, NY, on September 11, 1944, to Eugene Walter Leake, Jr. and Nora Bullitt Leake. She grew up in Louisville, KY, and attended Louisville Collegiate School before going to... Lexington, Kentucky LaDonna Lynn Koebel 1967 — 2024 KY- LaDonna was born in Louisville to Donald Koebel and Laverne Self (deceased) and grew up to be an attorney, dedicated public servant, adoring mother and wife, and potential good friend to everyone she met. Scores of family, friends, and co-workers across the state mourn her loss. LaDonna graduated from Doss High School, Kentucky Wesleyan College, earned a master's degree in criminal justice from EKU, and graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Law, earning superlatives and awards at each school. She practiced litigation law in central and eastern Kentucky for several years in both state and federal court, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and... Greensboro, Georgia Margaret Ann (Hatfield) Bradley 1938 — 2024 In Memory of Margaret Ann (Hatfield) Bradley Margaret Ann (Hatfield) Bradley, deeply loved wife, mother, and grandmother, fought a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease until the age of 85. Maggie's bright eyes, feisty spirit, creativity, humor, and fierce devotion to her family and friends have inspired a rich legacy. A resident of Greensboro, Georgia, for the past 24 years, Maggie was born in Louisville, Kentucky, to Vernon C. and Henrietta Ross (Lehr) Hatfield. She attended Atherton High School and Georgetown College, majoring in secretarial studies. An excellent student, Maggie was a cheerleader, a member of the Sigma Kappa Sorority, and a talented actor with the... Seymour, Tennessee Gary Farley 1942 — 2024 Gary Farley, 81, of Seymour, TN and formerly of Scott County, IN, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Gary is survived by his wife of 55 years, Theresa Farley. Visitation: 5 to 7 PM Thursday, February 1st at Atchley Funeral Home, Seymour, TN. Funeral Service: 7 PM Thursday at Atchley's Seymour Chapel, 122 Peaco*ck Ct., Seymour, TN 37865. Graveside Service: 10 AM Friday, February 2nd in the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Governor John Sevier Hwy., Knoxville, TN 37920. (www.atchleyfuneralhome.com) Lexington, Kentucky Rugeley Pierson DeVan III 1941 — 2024 Rugeley Pierson DeVan III, 82, beloved husband of Jane Allen DeVan, passed away at his home surrrounded by his wife, son, daughter and grandson. Born in Charleston, West Virginia on October 2, 1941, he was the son of the late Rugeley Pierson DeVan Jr and Jane Mayer DeVan. He attended Kentucky Military Institute and graduated from Washington and Lee University. Ruge served as President of The Allen Company, and later took over Allen Concrete before retiring. In his spare time, he devoted himself to giving back to his community. Ruge survived a brain aneurysm in his thirties and rehabilitated at Cardinal Hill. The job he was most proud of was being affectionately known as the paperboy at... Wilmore, Kentucky, Kentucky Marcia Murphy 1949 — 2024 Marcia Stevens Murphy, 74, of Wilmore, KY passed away on January 12, 2024. Marcia was born in Bartlesville, Oklahoma on June 28, 1949, to William J. and Piccola Stevens. Marcia graduated from the class of '67 at Westport High School in Louisville, KY and graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1971 with a double major in math and computer science followed up later with a master's in education. Marcia began her 10 year career at IBM as one of the first women program analysts. Marcia found her chosen career as a teacher in math and computer science at both Jessamine East and West Jessamine. She loved her students and proudly encouraged them to create award-winning movies. She was highly... Pendleton, Indiana Kevin Douglas Bonnet 1960 — 2024 Kevin D. Bonnet, 63, of Pendleton, IN, passed away peacefully at his residency on January 5, 2024. He was born on February 3, 1960, in Indianapolis to Donald and Sylvia (Mythen) Bonnet. Kevin was the sole proprietor of Dalton Construction for over 25 years and part owner of Big Squeeze Distillery. Kevin is survived by his mother Sylvia Mythen of Corydon, IN; his brothers Gary (Rhonda) Bonnet of Borden, IN, Eric (Susan) Bonnet of Lanesville, IN, and Brian (Sherry) Bonnet of Lanesville, IN; his close friends Richard and Cathy Cunningham of Noblesville, IN; his girlfriend Laura Henney of Pendleton, IN; his ex-wife Pamela Bonnet of Indianapolis, IN; 5 grandchildren; and 6 nieces and 2 nephews.... Aiken, South Carolina Donald J Borders 1936 — 2023 Donald "Don" Joseph Borders (87) entered into his rest December 28, 2023 in Aiken, South Carolina. He was born October 1, 1936 to Joseph Virgil Borders and Emma Louise Menges Borders in Louisville, Kentucky. He leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Lynne McFerran Borders, whom he loved deeply. He also loved his children, Karen Borders Najvar (Bud) of Houston, TX and Michael Neal Borders (Tracy) of Aiken, SC. He had six grandchildren: Hayley Najvar Aikey (David) of Houston, TX; Katie Najvar of Houston, TX; Michael Craig Borders (Jennifer) of Fort Worth, TX; Ryan Neal Borders (Sarah) of Augusta, GA; Natalie Michele Borders of Greenville, SC; and Jacob Donald Borders (Savanah) and great... Louisville Stevie Allen Wilson 1953 — 2023 Stevie Allen Wilson, age 69 of Louisville, departed this life with his family by his side on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Norton Audubon Hospital. The Edmonson County native was born on December 23, 2023 to the late Elzie and Inez Dorsey Wilson. He was married to his loving wife of thirty-seven years, Karen Wilson, who survives. Stevie retired from General Electric, where he worked for thirty-six years in manufacturing and as a safety inspector. His greatest love was spending valued time with his family. Besides his wife, Karen, he leaves to honor his memory? his daughters, Stephanie Wilson and Rachel Wilson both of Louisville; three grandchildren, Sadie, Keelan and Mylie Hall; five... Poplar Grove, Illinois Eric Collins 1961 — 2023 Eric Collins passed away December 14, 2023, in Madison, WI surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 18, 1961, in Bloomington, IL to Russell and Dorothy Collins. Eric grew up in Russell Springs, KY and proudly served in the United States Navy. Eric is survived by his wife, Marilyn Mitchell; sisters, Teresa Milligan, Lisa Lancaster, Carla Wheatley, and Rhonda Orman; stepchildren, William (Nichole) West, Lyndsay West, Jason West, Jessica (Joe) Fabal, and Olivia Cucco; and grandchildren, Liam, Keighan, Javian, Richard, Hayden, Zoe, and Clara. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Beverly. Visitation will be from 9am until the funeral service at 12pm... Hamden, Connecticut Mary Jo Cohen 1944 — 2023 Mary Jo Cohen (Lankswert), 79, of Guilford, CT passed away 12/7/23 after a long illness. She was born in Louisville, KY to the late Sylvester Lankswert and Catherine nee Potts. She attended St. Agnes School and Sacred Heart Academy before enrolling at the University of Louisville. Fiercely independent, Mary Jo moved to New York City in 1964 to join Eastern Airlines, embarking on a 50-year career in the travel industry culminating with her owning Suburban Worldwide Travel Agency in Madison, CT and active participation in the CT branch of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). It was in NYC that she met Alan, her devoted husband of 56 years, while watching her beloved Louisville... Moreland, Kentucky Samuel Douglas Durham 1933 — 2023 Samuel Douglas Durham, 90, of Moreland passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Born October 2, 1933, he was the son of the late Raymond Russell and Olga Mae Nicholson Durham. Sam was a US Air Force Korean War veteran. He was a 37- year active member of AA (Alcohol Anonymous). After 30 years, he retired from Brandies Machinery in Louisville where he had worked as a service technician. Sam is survived by 1 son, Samuel Douglas Durham, Jr. of Louisville; 3 daughters: Kathleen (Norman) Perkins of Louisville, Susan Durham of Louisville, and Mary Ann (Larry) Jakobi of Louisville; sister, June (Buddy) Sutherland of Butchertown; brothers, Horace "Rat" (Linda) Durham of Butchertown, Russell... Naples, Florida Joseph "Skip" C. Kirchdorfer 1932 — 2023 Joseph "Skip" C. Kirchdorfer of Naples, FL passed peacefully in his home in Naples at the age of 91, on November 19th, surrounded by family and his faithful pug, Petunia. He was born on March 14, 1932 in Meade County, KY a son of the late Chester O. and Hester, L. (Scott) Kirchdorfer. A graduate of Valley High School in Louisville KY, Skip attended the University of Kentucky where he studied horticulture and met the love of his life Phyllis. He was called to serve in the US Army in 1953, and married Phyllis that same year. Following his service during the Korean War, he worked for Kirchdorfer and Howell Contracting Company in Louisville, KY and later founded Skip Kirchdorfer...
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