Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY
Sue Carroll Michalski
May 23, 2026
Sue Carroll Michalski, age 94, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026. Sue was a loving mother and grandmother. In her free time, she enjoyed gardening, church and watching UofL basketball. Sue was the daughter of the late Walter Dunaway and Fannie Louden.
Survived by:
Sons: David Michalski, Timothy Michalski, Steve Michalski (Jessica Lutz), and Keith Stivers (Ann).
Daughter: Jennifer Stivers...
William E. "Billy" Ricketts
May 20, 2026
William E. “Billy” Ricketts, age 78 of Pleasureville, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Son of the late Charles Edward Ricketts and Katherine (Preston) Ricketts, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Doris, a sister, Charlene Ricketts, two sisters-in-law, Marilyn and Anna Ricketts, and a niece, Alisa Young.
Survivors:
Wife: Sherrian Ricketts of Pleasureville
Children: Kyle Ricketts (Amanda) of Pleasureville
Lindsey Ricketts...
Donald Lee Webster
May 19, 2026
Donald Lee “Donnie” Webster, 87 of Eminence passed away peacefully with family at his side on May 19, 2026. Donnie was born in Port Royal to the late Cecil and Evelyn (Raisor) Webster.
For 38 years his family business, Webster Service, was known by farmers far and wide as the tractor mechanics to turn to when all others had “thrown in...
Webb Yager Suter
May 19, 2026
Webb Yager Suter, age 91, of Campbellsburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of devotion, hard work, and a deep love for his family.
A man of quiet strength and varied interests., Webb dedicated his life to serving others. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, a member of the Campbellsburg Baptist...
Dwayne (Peanut) Banks
May 14, 2026
Dwayne passed away on May 14, 2026.
He was a lead chef who had a passion for cooking. He also enjoyed listening to music and singing. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gwendolyn Banks, and his father, Ronald Banks.
He is survived by his stepmother, Ramona Banks Williams, his brothers Ronald Banks, George Banks, Anthony (Tony) Banks, Jeromie Banks, and...
Paul Edward Fox
May 11, 2026
Paul Edward Fox, age 66 of Eminence passed away Monday, May 11th, 2026. Paul was a retired security guard and former pastor. He was married to his loving wife Barbara for 39 years and they shared 2 kids together. Paul was the son of late Jesse and Helen (Harper) Fox. The family will host a Celebration of Life at a...
Ruby Jewell (Williams) Hensley
May 8, 2026
Ruby Jewell (Williams) Hensley, age 98 of Eminence passed away Friday, May 8, 2026. Ruby was a very independent and spunky lady. She enjoyed sewing, reading and absolutely loved wearing all her jewelry daily. She was a great story teller and letter writer. Ruby was the daughter of the late Wilbur Dale & Junie Mae (Garner) Williams. She was preceded...
Larry K. Heilgendorf
May 3, 2026
Larry K. Heilgendorf, age 76 of LaGrange passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026. He worked on the Family farm and was a volunteer fireman on the Waubeka, WI Fire Department until 1993. After 5 years in Holt, MO, he moved to LaGrange in 1998, where Larry worked at Walmart for 20 years in Tire Lube Express and a greeter, until...
Wilma Joyce (Holmes) Young
May 1, 2026
Wilma Joyce (Holmes) Young, age 92 of Eminence passed away Friday, May 1, 2026. Wilma was a devoted member of Henry Christian Church, where she found great joy in worship, fellowship, and serving others with compassion and grace. Wilma dedicated much of her professional life to caring for others both as a dental assistant as well as a hostess at...
Royce Dean Suter
Apr 29, 2026
Royce Dean Suter, age 54 of New Castle, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Royce loved his family very much and was a devoted father. In his free time, he enjoyed working on model cars, collecting baseball cards, working on cars and painting houses. Son of the late William Suter & Lois Edens. He was preceded in death by
Survived By:
Children:...
Henrietta (Parker) Smith
Apr 23, 2026
Henrietta (Parker) Smith, of New Castle, KY, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the age of 92. Born in Paris, Kentucky, Henrietta was the daughter of Walter Parker and Geneva Scott. She was a graduate of Western High School, class of 1952. Henrietta continued her education and graduated from Kentucky State University...
Bobby Johnson
Apr 22, 2026
Bobby Johnson, age 87, of Webster, KY, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, surrounded by his family and dear friends.
He was born on June 21, 1938, in Eminence, KY, son of the late Vernon Johnson and Myrtle Wilson Johnson. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Joyce Elizabeth Johnson; two sisters, Verna Lee Johnson...
Charles "Chuck" McFarland
Apr 20, 2026
Charles “Chuck” McFarland, age 78 of New Castle passed away Monday, April 20, 2026. Chuck was an Attorney for over 46 years. He was a member of Salt and Light Church in LaGrange. He loved to study Biblical Greek; watching world ending movies and telling dad jokes. He also enjoyed working with the prison ministries. He was the son of the...
Kyle Scott Downey
Apr 7, 2026
Kyle Scott Downey, age 31 of Eminence passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He had an Associates Degree in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. He loved reading a good book and loved music, especially playing with his bands. He was an avid fan of the Nashville Predators hockey team. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Kyle was preceded in death...
Brenda Jean (Logsdon) Matthews
Apr 2, 2026
Brenda Jean (Logsdon) Matthews, age 76 of Louisville passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026. She was a receptionist at Western High School in Louisville for several years. She enjoyed drinking her coffee and gardening. Brenda was a member of Shawnee Baptist Church in Louisville. She was the daughter of the late Clarence & Ruby (Layman) Logsdon and preceded in death...
Kathleen Jean (Grossner) Lyons
Apr 1, 2026
Kathleen Jean (Grossner) Lyons, age 76 of New Castle passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was a Virden Community High School graduate of 1967 and received her BA degree at University of Louisville. Kathleen had a passion for helping others that led her to numerous volunteer opportunities such as grief share, prison ministry, Celebrate...
Dalton E. Brown
Mar 29, 2026
Dalton E. Brown, age 100 of New Castle passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026. Dalton was a farmer and a member of Port Royal Baptist Church. He loved boating, going to car auctions and spending time with his family. He was the son of the late Claude & Virginia Leslie (Jones) Brown and was preceded in death by his son, Kevin...
Ferenc "Frank" X. Vegh, Sr.
Mar 23, 2026
Ferenc “Frank” X. Vegh, Sr., age 90 of LaGrange passed away Monday, March 23, 2026. Frank was a welder with BF Goodrich for 17 years. He was a US Army veteran & also served in the Hungarian Army. He enjoyed his time in his vineyard and farming. He was the son of the late Mihály & Julianna (Király) Végh and...
Darlene Chilton
Mar 14, 2026
Darlene Fitzgerald Chilton “Meemaw”, age 72 of Campbellsburg passed away surrounded by family Saturday, March 14, 2026. Meemaw was born on September 15, 1953, to the late Norvin and Ann Fitzgerald. Meemaw was a devoted grandmother to her eight grandchildren. She worked for 23 years at the Kentucky Board of Nursing where she retired. In her free time, she enjoyed...
Joseph Wayne Martin
Mar 11, 2026
Joseph Wayne Martin, age 61 of Pleasureville passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Joseph started working at American Emblem at age 18 right out of High School and then worked his way up, even thru the purchase of Black & Decker. He continued working as long as he could until MS made it impossible. He retired as a Maintenance Supervisor...
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