Carlisle "Carl" Ray Saffer

May 15, 2025

Carlisle "Carl" Ray Saffer, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born December 16, 1939, in New Albany, Indiana, Carl was the beloved son of Howard and Clara Saffer.

A man known for his boundless energy, magnetic personality, and love for the spotlight, Carl never met a karaoke stage he didn't like. Night after night—seven days...

Herman John Bramer Jr.

May 12, 2025

Herman John Bramer Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Born on January 20, 1939, to Herman John Bramer Sr. and Louella Simcoe Bramer, Herman was a true original, a “my way or the highway” kind of man with a strong will and an even stronger presence.

Herman spent over 30 years working...

William "Ed" Edward Phipps Sr.

May 12, 2025

William "Ed" Edward Phipps Sr., 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Born on August 23, 1941, to Rollie and Anita Ester Phipps, Ed was a lifelong resident of Louisville and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend.

Ed dedicated over 39 years of hard work to Bluegrass Cooperage, where...

Leo Tom Lewis

May 7, 2025

Leo Tom Lewis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away on May 7, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. He was born in Sonora, Kentucky, to the late Herbert and Flodella.

Leo worked as a skilled welder at Henry Vogt Machine Company for an incredible 40 years, dedicating himself to his craft with unmatched commitment and pride. After retiring, he...

Wallace T. Dohn Sr.

May 4, 2025

Wallace T. Dohn Sr., 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. A lifelong resident of Louisville, Wallace was born on December 4, 1937, to Edward and Ruth Dohn.

Wallace was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend whose warmth, humor, and strong work ethic left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He worked as a...

Kathleen Quiggins

May 5, 2025

Kathleen H. Quiggins, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025, at her home in Louisville, Kentucky. Born July 15, 1944, in Evansville, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of the late J. Herbert and Viola Hutchinson.

Kathleen lived a life defined by quiet joy, deep love for her family, and an appreciation for the simple things. A devoted mother,...

John Phillip Vance Sr.

May 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share John Phillip Vance Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 2, 2025, in the early morning hours. Our lives are forever changed. John was born May 7, 1938, to Paul E. and Beulah Goines Vance. He would have been 87 in just a few days.

John met the love of his...

Marjorie W. Royse

Apr 29, 2025

Marjorie W. Royse, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Born on August 4, 1931, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, to Stanley and Ora Williams, Marjorie lived a long and meaningful life grounded in faith, family, and service to others.

A devoted Christian, Marjorie professed faith in Christ daily with kindness, generosity, and strength. She was a loving...

Grace M. Tharp

Apr 15, 2025

Grace Marie Tharp (Pack), wife of Ernest Gilbert Tharp, (Deceased), passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the age of 96. Grace retired from Alcan (Reynolds) Aluminum in Louisville, Ky.

Grace was born to the late Everett Lee and Pearl Beatrice Pack in Louisville, Ky on October 2, 1928.

She is preceded in death by her husband of...

Raymond L. “Les” Wolf Jr.

Mar 9, 2025

Raymond L. “Les” Wolf, Jr. of Louisville passed away peacefully in his 81st year on March 9th. Les was a native Louisvillian that lived most of his adult life in and around Pleasure Ridge Park. He graduated from Butler High School and attended Western Kentucky University before enlisting in the Army National Guard. Following his military service, Les began a...