Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Louisville, Kentucky

Giuseppe Antonio Palombino

Giuseppe Antonio Palombino

Oct 1, 2024

Giuseppe Antonio Palombino, 93, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on April 7, 1931, in Naples, Italy, to the late Giuseppe and Teadora Palombino, Giuseppe lived a life filled with love, family, and a passion for his craft.

In his early years, Giuseppe served in the Italian army before...

Sue Pendleton Dobson

Sue Pendleton Dobson

Sep 26, 2024

Sue Dobson, 96, of Louisville, Kentucky, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, September 26, 2024.

She was born Sept 4, 1928, in Trimble County, Kentucky, and lived in Oldham County most of her life. She later moved to Louisville and Jefferson County during the 1980s, to enjoy retirement, with her husband, BillDobson, when they moved to the Graystone Manor community...

Donald L. Grasch

Donald L. Grasch

Sep 24, 2024

Donald L. Grasch, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on September 24, 2024. Born on December 24, 1942, to Robert and Goldie Grasch, Donald was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose love for family defined his life.

A hardworking individual, Donald dedicated over 30 years to International Harvester, where his commitment and diligence earned him respect among colleagues. In retirement,...

Lawrence F. Thompson

Lawrence F. Thompson

Sep 26, 2024

Lawrence F. Thompson “Uncle Fearn”, 83, of Pewee Valley, passed away on September 26, 2024. He was born to Samuel And Ethel (Eddins) Thompson on September 1, 1941, in Lockport, Kentucky. 

Lawrence was a strong, gentle, caring man who never met a stranger. He loved his family fiercely, and was always willing to help anyone at any time. Lawrence retired from...

Joyce Yvonne McKinney

Joyce Yvonne McKinney

Sep 6, 2024

Joyce Yvonne McKinney was born on March 12, 1938, to the late Golden Wallace Wade and Christibel McKinney in Butler, Kentucky. She departed this life on Friday, September 6, 2024, at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, Kentucky. She was the second eldest of seven children. She was preceded in death by her younger brother, James Leo McKinney....

Virgil "Tommy" Thomas Wilson

Virgil "Tommy" Thomas Wilson

Sep 23, 2024

Virgil "Tommy" Thomas Wilson, 89, of Taylorsville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at his home on September 23, 2024. Born on December 22, 1934, in Goshen, Kentucky, Tommy was a passionate car enthusiast and skilled body man, who dedicated over 30 years to Moorhead Chevrolet in Crestwood. Tommy also ventured out on his own as the owner of Tommy’s Body Shop...

Paula Gayle Johnson

Paula Gayle Johnson

Sep 18, 2024

Paula Gayle Johnson, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. She was born on November 8, 1949, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Reginald Johnson and Ruby (Kerr) Johnson. 

Paula was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a dedicated Civil Servant too, working her entire career for the Social Security Administration in Louisville, Kentucky. She loved...

Linda Faye Moreland

Linda Faye Moreland

Sep 17, 2024

Linda Faye Moreland, 71, of Eminence, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 12, 1952, to EJ and Betty Miller in La Grange, Kentucky, Linda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister whose warmth and spirit enriched the lives of all who knew her. 

Linda's family was her world;...

Richard "Dick" Guyot

Richard "Dick" Guyot

Jul 26, 2024

Richard “Dick” Guyot was born on September 1, 1934, in Wyandotte, Michigan, to Roscoe and Celia Guyot. As the eldest of five brothers, Dick grew up in a close-knit family and attended Mt. Carmel Parochial School. His service in the United States Navy during the Korean War marked a period of great pride and dedication in his life.

Dick fulfilled his...

Sharon Kaye Hoffman-Gilman

Sharon Kaye Hoffman-Gilman

Aug 4, 2024

Sharon Kaye Hoffman Gilman, 76, of Prospect, Kentucky passed away on August 4, 2024. Sharon was born in Indiana to the late Joseph and Opal Reber on November 1, 1947. She was a salesperson for many years. She is proceeded in death by her beloved husband, Douglas Thomas Gilman. She is also proceeded in death by Delores Ware, Linda Kane,...

Ehrin Shawn Dorsey

Ehrin Shawn Dorsey

Aug 23, 2024

Ehrin Shawn Dorsey, 43 of Simpsonville, Kentucky passed away on August 23, 2024. He was born on April 23, 1981, to John and Ruth Dorsey. He is survived by Leigha Dorsey, Chauncey Huffman (Anissa), Casey Tross (Allen), and many nieces and nephews. Ehrin enjoyed playing video games, working out, UofL, and loved eating potato chips. Visitation will be held on...

Dennis James Stansberry

Dennis James Stansberry

Aug 23, 2024

Dennis James Stansberry (Pop Pop), 69, of La Grange, KY, passed away on August 23, 2024.

Dennis was born on August 4, 1955 to the late Hubert and Alberta Stansberry. He worked most of his life as an over the road truck driver where he was known as Dennis “Lightening” Stansberry. He was a hard worker, always willing to lend a...

Philip Anson Smith

Philip Anson Smith

Aug 22, 2024

Philip Anson Smith, 82 of Taylorsville, Kentucky passed away on August 22, 2024. He was born to the late Jack and Irma Smith on October 2, 1942, in Louisiana. He is survived by the love of his life, Phyllis Smith. They have been married for 49 years. Philip served in the Navy and was proud to serve his country. Left...

Peggy Foreman

Peggy Foreman

Aug 14, 2024

Peggy Foreman, 74 of Crestwood, Kentucky went to be with her Lord on August 14, 2024. Peggy was born to the late Homer and Edna Leedy on March 23, 1950. She is proceeded in death by her two brothers Richard and Steven Leedy. Left behind to carry on Peggy’s love is her stepson Scott Foreman, Brothers and sisters; Mike Leedy...

Betty Jean Stotts

Betty Jean Stotts

Aug 13, 2024

Betty Jean Stotts, 84 of Louisville, Kentucky went to be with her Lord on August 13, 2024. Betty was born in Colesburg, Kentucky to the late William Lee and Emma Harris Roby. She is proceeded in death by her beloved husband of 50 years, Lewis Stotts, Betty is joining some very close loved ones in heaven. Her daughter, Lisa Renee’...

Willard Dennis Salleng

Willard Dennis Salleng

Aug 9, 2024

Willard Dennis Salleng, 93, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on August 9, 2024. He was born on October 21, 1930, to the late Hillard and Josie Salleng. Willard served in the army and was given a purple heart. Willard is proceeded in death by his beloved wife, Ernestine Salleng. Left behind to carry Willard’s love and memories are his children,...

Kathi Beth Hogan

Kathi Beth Hogan

Jul 15, 2024

Kathi Beth Hogan, 70 years old of Louisville, Kentucky went to be with her Lord on July 15, 2024. Kathi was born on April 26, 1954, to the late Dick and Darletta Richardson. She is proceeded in death by her parents, her sisters, Diane Richardson and Jan Decker. Left behind to carry on Kathi’s love and memories are her three...

Doris Ann White

Doris Ann White

Jul 14, 2024

Doris White, 87 of Louisville passed away at her home on Sunday, July 14, 2024, after a short illness. She was born in Columbus, Ohio to Richard and Esther Watts but spent most of her life in Louisville. Doris attended Drake University and took her first job in the bookkeeping department of Louisville’s International Harvester. During this time, she met...

Roger Edward Wilson

Roger Edward Wilson

Jul 11, 2024

Roger Edward Wilson, 80, a resident of Louisville, Kentucky since 2007, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.  He was born January 1, 1944, to the late Ed Wilson and Myrtle Henderson in Cincinnati, Ohio.  

Roger grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He worked for Philip Carey Corporation while attending University of Cincinnati.  He met and married Frances Wilson in 1966....

Richard Alan Koch

Richard Alan Koch

Jun 27, 2024

Richard Alan Koch, 72, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed on June 27, 2024. Rick was born on August 3, 1951, to William and Joyce Koch. Rick went on to live a beautiful life, filled with fond family moments and lots of love. 

 

Rick met the love of his life, Rebecca Koch (Vogt), in a serendipitous way at The Pancake House, and their...

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