All Obituaries

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles (Charlie) Raymond Johnson, 66, of Louisville KY on April 21st, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his family.       Charlie was born to the late Virginia Johnson on May 16th, 1957, but he was raised by his late grandmother, Cora Mae Johnson.  Charlie graduated from Iroquois High School, Louisville, Ky. in 1976. After graduation he worked several jobs...

Wallace Wayne Backman, 85, of Louisville, Kentucky entered into glory to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024.  Born in Topeka, Kansas, to Ethel and Wallace Backman, Wayne grew up in the small rural town of Home, Kansas where he completed his early education in a two-room school. Wayne moved to Chicago to attend North Park College and graduated with an associate’s degree. He met the love of his life, Janet Furniss, while working at a candy packaging factory at...

Denise Cassady (68) of Oldham County, was called home peacefully after her valiant fight with cancer. Denise was preceded in passing by her father and mother James “Henry” and Mabel Cassady. She is survived by her sister, Cathy C. Oehman (David); her daughters, Amanda Weimer (Michael), Kimberly Kiesewetter (Jason); son, John (Heather) and 8 grandchildren; David, William, Ella, Hayden, Natalie, Issac, Olive and Hope.   To say that she has left an immeasurable hole in...

Joseph Douglas Van Meter, 78, was born on Christmas Day, 1945. He passed away during a fun evening with his best friends on April 20, 2024. He was born in Owensboro, KY to L.E. & Jean Van Meter. He was a graduate of UK, Captain of the football team and awarded the 110% award for giving his all in every game and practice. Giving His All is a perfect description of him in every stage of life. Doug not only gave his very best in his football days, more importantly he did so in his marriage...

Donetta Ginn Plank, age 86, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on April 5, 2024. Born January 16, 1938 in Bedford, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Carley and Faynola Wallace Ginn. Donetta was a 1956 graduate of Trimble County High School. Donetta was a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend to the many people who loved her. She supported her husband, Dennis Roy Plank, in ministry during their sixty-three years of marriage. Together, they served churches in Ohio,...

Glenn David Newton passed away in Louisville, Kentucky on March 26, 2024. He was born on September 11, 1959 in Leitchfield, Kentucky to Glenn and Charlotte Newton He is preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Charlotte Newton; and his sister, Ann Secor.  David was a landscaper by trade and an avid gardener. He had a wealth of knowledge of plant life and landscape designs. He was also an avid Kentucky sports fan. He will be truly missed by his siblings, Barbara Sapp (Roy), Jimmy...

Virginia Lee Kaufman, 61, of Middletown, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024, leaving behind a host of family and friends that loved her so much. She will be dearly missed.  Survivors: 2 brothers, Ron Prater (Marcella), and Kenneth Wayne Prater; 4 sisters, Catherine Slusher (George), Rosetta Lemons, Joyce Armstrong, and Delores Clerico (Paul); along with a host of Nieces and Nephews that loved her so much. Proceeded: by her husband Robert Lee Kaufman; and parents, Harold, and Marie...

Charles R. McCombs 10/04/1947 - 03/23/2024 Charles McCombs was born in Oldham County to Charles E. and Nancy Jane McCombs who owned the Charles McCombs General Store in Brownsboro Kentucky for decades. They provided a loving home for him, encouraged his educational studies and made sure he knew what hard work was all about. He could point out every field where, during his early years, he cut and baled hay. Charlie graduated from Oldham County High School in 1965. He graduated from Florida...

Kyle Lindsey Dean, 37, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 20th. He was born on March 11th 1987 to Jami Cooper Dean and Michael W. Dean in Louisville Kentucky.  He was a graduate of South Oldham High School. Kyle was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose presence brought joy and laughter to those around him.  Throughout his life, Kyle touched the hearts of many with his kindness and vibrant spirit. He was almost always happy and loved everyone. He...

John Dolan, 79, of Crestwood, was born into eternal life on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2024. Those who knew him will remember his love of life, friends and family. John was an Irish Catholic kid from the Bronx at heart. He moved to Kentucky with his family in 1978 for a job at Brown & Williamson. He believed in serving his community and founded the Oldham County Special Olympics, was President of the Oldham County Jaycees, and was an active member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church....