All Obituaries

Mary Beth Lindsay, of Elizabeth, IN, passed away on March 3, 2021.  She was a compassionate and caring nurse who worked at Parkway Nursing Home for 18 years and also worked at Nazareth’s Home of Clifton. Working towards her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing was an important achievement for her to accomplish.  Mary Beth’s family meant the world to her, especially her grandchildren.  She was a selfless person who was always caring for others and had an ear to...

Alecia Darleen Chapman, 56, of Louisville, KY, passed away on March 2, 2021.  She loved Tennessee and going to the Smokie Mountains; especially Gatlinburg.  Darleen loved collecting bears; spending time outdoors and going on vacations. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who loved her family dearly.  Darleen always had an open ear, made everything seem better and was always optimistic.  She was preceded in death by her father, Chester Anderson...

Nellie Frances Nalley, 94, passed away on February 28, 2021.  She retired from Beams Distillery.  Nellie was a loving wife and mother and was the rock of our family.  She was selfless, humble and encouraging to others. She was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Nalley, Jr; son-in-laws, Michael McDonald and Samuel Morris; siblings, Alfred Whelan, Margaret Higdon, Bernie Whelan, Mary Jo VanVactor, Rita Murphy and her infant sister. Nellie leaves to cherish her...

Carolyn Alexander Parker, 77, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2021.  At her side was her husband of 62 years, Howard D. Parker.  He was joined by their three sons, Phil (George), David (Sara) and Tim (Jane).  Carolyn was born April 27, 1943 in Madisonville, KY. She worked for more than 40 years as a registered nurse primarily at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville.  She was a member of Southeast Christian Church.  She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Ashton Lee Anthony Sibert went to be with his Heavenly family on Sunday, February 21, 2021.  Even thought Ashton's time here with us was short, he touched many hearts and was loved abundantly, he will never be forgotten.  Ashton leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Kandace Sibert; father, David Lang; grandparents, Ross and Leslie Sibert; aunts and uncles, Tabitha Sibert, Kierstyn Foote and Kendall Sibert, Noah Sibert; cousins, Layne and Alexander;...

Illena B. Crisp, 82, passed away on February 17, 2021.  She retired from GE after 35 years of service and after her retirement she worked many years at Hillside Animal Clinic. Illena was an avid supporter of all animal groups, as well as caring for her pets over the years.  She enjoyed traveling, reading and spending time with her family and friends.  Even though Illena had been sick for many years, she had a positive attitude and always kept a smile.  She was...

Douglas Ray (D.R.) Emberton, 82, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2021. Doug was a retiree from Phillip Morris after 36 years of service and veteran who served in the US Army. Doug was born on May 22, 1938, in Tompkinsville, KY. He is preceded in death by his parents, James Clarence and Orpha Ellen (Proffitt) Emberton; 12 siblings- brothers, Guydell, Clifford, Manche, Fontis, Kermit, Jimmie and Louis Emberton; sisters, Alyne Ford, Agnes Proffitt, Naomi Lloyd-Embry, Lucy...

James "Jim" Allen Whitehead, 75, of Louisville, KY, passed away on February 3, 2021.  He enjoyed being outside with his wife, Shirley, working in their flower garden.  Jim and Shirley were true soulmates and when you saw one, you always saw the other.  Their daughter, Tina Marie, was the apple of her father's eye.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Marion Whitehead; and brothers, William Whitehead and Dennis Whitehead. Jim...

Judy Stroup, 69, passed away on February 2, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Helen Taylor; sisters, Sharon King and Suzanne Cottrell. Judy leaves to cherish her memories her sons, Mike (Becky) Aikin and Todd (Candi Butler) Aikin; grandchildren, Brian Aikin, Bradley Aikin and Andrew (Connie) Aikin; great-granddaughter, Lexi Aikin; great-grandson, Finley Aikin; brothers, Gill Taylor and Larry Taylor and her significant other, Tim Lafferty.   To leave a special...

Robert “Bob” Lester Payne, 79, of Louisville, KY passed away on January 20, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Blanche and Frank Wieland and Howard Payne. Bob is survived by his children, Kimberly Adkins, Dana Stinnett, Robert G. Payne, Todd Payne and Heather Deichler; 5 grandchildren and brother, William L. Payne. Family will be having private services. Bob will be laid to rest at Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Jeffersonville, IN. To leave a special memory of Bob for...