Obituaries

Janice Rena (Hawkins)  Zoeller

Janice Rena (Hawkins) Zoeller

Apr 22, 2025

Janice Rena Zoeller, 66, of Charlestown, Indiana. Janice left this world on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by love. She faced her illness with the same fire and humor that defined her life, saying with a smile, “I’m kicking its tail,” even in her final days.

Born at Clark County Hospital in Jeffersonville,...

James "Steve' Steven Fraze

James "Steve' Steven Fraze

Apr 21, 2025

James “Steve’ Steven Fraze, 77 of North Vernon, IN. passed away after a brief illness on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Schneck Medical Center.

Steve was born on August 29, 1947, in Little Rock, AR., to James W. and Lois B. Hayes Fraze.  He worked as a landscaper, loved fishing, and spent his free time with...

James Allen Bottorff

James Allen Bottorff

Apr 19, 2025

James Allen Bottorff, age 60, of Henryville, IN, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by loved ones, he entered his eternal home with the Lord, whom he faithfully served throughout his life.

Allen was a loving husband, father, proud grandfather, and faithful brother and friend. He lived a life...

Patricia (Settles)  Bueter

Patricia (Settles) Bueter

Apr 18, 2025

Patricia Settles Bueter, 82 of Shallotte, N.C., died Friday, April 18, 2025, at Novant Health Medical Center, Bolivia.

Ms. Bueter was born in Finley, Kentucky, on March 7, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Joseph Viella Settles and Mary Leona Buchman Settles. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, George...

John William Daugherty

John William Daugherty

Apr 15, 2025

John William Daugherty, 78, of Marysville, IN. passed away on Tuesday morning, April 15, 2025, at the Hosparus Inpatient Center in Louisville, KY.

John was born in Louisville, KY, on March 10, 1947, to the late John W. and Deloras Schildnecht Daugherty.

John graduated from Southern High School in 1965. He continued his education, became...

Roy 'Duck' F. Adams

Roy 'Duck' F. Adams

Apr 14, 2025

Roy F. “Duck” Adams, 80 of Otisco, IN, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the home of his daughter.

He was born on April 12, 1945, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, to Fred and Annie Elkins Adams.  Roy was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church, and a retired...

Rebecca "Becky" Leigh (Woodward)  Williams

Rebecca "Becky" Leigh (Woodward) Williams

Apr 13, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Leigh Williams, 68, of Georgetown, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones.

She was born on May 19, 1956, in Jeffersonville, IN, to Paul and Maxine Woodward Thompson. Becky dedicated 48 years of service at Norton Hospital. Beyond her career, she loved to travel, attend concerts, gamble,...

Garnett "Gregg" Lowe III

Garnett "Gregg" Lowe III

Apr 13, 2025

Garnett “Gregg” Lowe, III, 79 of Charlestown, IN, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at his home.

Gregg was born on October 29, 1945, the son of Garnett and Margaret Anne Lowe, Jr. He worked in Construction Sales with Rite Way and the former Contractor Sales and Rental in Louisville, KY. Gregg proudly served in the...

Brenda Fay (Franklin)  Smith

Brenda Fay (Franklin) Smith

Apr 13, 2025

Brenda Fay Smith, 76, of Charlestown passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the home of her son, surrounded by her family and loved ones.

She was born on August 1, 1948, in Jeffersonville, IN, to Laymon “Jake” and Grace Weddle Franklin. Brenda was a member of Community Presbyterian Church and a retired vice president for...

Mata Lee (Ingram)  Ison

Mata Lee (Ingram) Ison

Apr 12, 2025

Mata Lee Ingram Ison, 94, formerly of Charlestown, IN passed peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at her home in Louisville, KY.

She was born on February 7, 1931, at her family home on Defeated Creek in Line Fork, KY, to parents, Kirby and Mazie Halcomb Ingram. Mata was a retired employee for ICI Americas. She was...

Dennis Ray Bower

Dennis Ray Bower

Apr 10, 2025

Dennis Ray Bower, 68 of New Washington, IN, passed away at his home on Thursday evening, April 10th, 2025.

Dennis was born on September 14, 1956, in Jeffersonville, IN, to Kenneth and Wanda Oakly Bower. Dennis was a former owner of Bowers LP Gas, Four Quarters Mini Mart, and Home Owners Maintenance Service.  He was also a...

Daniel Ray Townsend

Daniel Ray Townsend

Apr 9, 2025

Daniel Ray Townsend, 66, of Charlestown, IN, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his home. Daniel was born to the late James and Barbara Townsend on January 23, 1959, in East Chicago, IN.

Daniel was an electrician by trade and a homebody by choice. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.  ...

Mark Steven Howard

Mark Steven Howard

Apr 7, 2025

Mark Steven ‘Howie’ Howard, 63, of Charlestown, IN. passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.  He was born on November 10, 1961, in Louisville, KY., to the late James D. and Evangeline Lashley Howard.

Howie followed in his father and brother’s footsteps, becoming a pipe fitting welder.  He was an avid fisherman.  Every spring, he began starting...

Gayla Jean (Corbin)  Sumpter

Gayla Jean (Corbin) Sumpter

Apr 4, 2025

Gayla Jean Corbin Sumpter was born March 21, 1950, in West Plains, Missouri, and died Friday, April 4, 2025, at her home in Charlestown, Indiana. She was the first of three children born to Nathan H. Corbin and Evelyn Rose Butler Sublett. Gayla graduated from New Town (North Dakota) High School in 1969 and from National College of Business...

Robert Stephen Bowen

Robert Stephen Bowen

Apr 1, 2025

Robert Stephen Bowen, 76, of Jeffersonville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, in the presence of his family and caring nurses at Norton Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. Bob was born on June 17, 1948, to John K. and Marjorie Bowen in Charlestown, Indiana.  Bob was a loving, devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle....

Mildred Dora (Smith)  Young

Mildred Dora (Smith) Young

Apr 1, 2025

Mildred Dora Young, age 100, of New Albany, IN. passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  She was born in Owen County, KY, on August 16, 1924, to Arbra Samuel and Harriett Mefford Smith.

Mildred was a homemaker, a member of Bethany Christian Church in Charlestown, she enjoyed raising flower and vegetable gardens. She also liked to...

Timothy Lee Meredith

Timothy Lee Meredith

Mar 31, 2025

Timothy L. Meredith, 59, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Baptist Health in Louisville, KY.  He was born on January 30, 1966, to Marchman and Barbara Dean Meredith in New Albany, IN.

Tim worked as a forklift driver, a veteran of the United States Army, and a member of the Indiana National Guard. He was...

Sandra 'Sandy' L (Campbell)  Bayes

Sandra 'Sandy' L (Campbell) Bayes

Mar 30, 2025

Sandra L. “Sandy” Bayes, 85, of Marysville, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025. She was born on November 4, 1939, in Scottsburg, IN, to the late Luther and Juna Bussey Campbell.

Sandy was known for her outgoing nature and her ability to connect with others. She enjoyed the success of in-home party sales, where...

Roxie Fern (Jones)  Minns

Roxie Fern (Jones) Minns

Mar 28, 2025

Roxie Fern Minns, 93, of Charlestown, IN, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, at Maple Manor Christian Home in Sellersburg, IN.

She was born on January 24, 1932, in Whitesburg, KY, to Dave and Verna Hogg Jones.  Roxie was a retired schoolteacher for Greater Clark County Schools.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold...

Casey Garland Chandler

Casey Garland Chandler

Mar 19, 2025

Casey Garland Chandler  45, of Louisville, KY, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Casey was born on March 5, 1980, in Louisville, KY, to loving parents Monte Chandler and Saundra Spears Chandler.

Casey’s passion for music was infectious; one of his favorite phrases was “listen to this,” as he turned up the volume. He cherished attending...

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