OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY


Ruth E. (Morris) Harrod

Ruth E. (Morris) Harrod

Nov 23, 2025

Ruth E. Morris Harrod, born July 21, 1930, of New Castle, Kentucky, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on November 23rd 2025 at the age of 95, after a long and full life, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Earl Morris and Minnie Ruth Morris; her siblings, Jimmy Morris...

Michael C. Crowe

Michael C. Crowe

Nov 22, 2025

Michael “Mike” C. Crowe, age 66 of Eminence passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025. Mike was an Army Veteran and a painter. He was a friend to all creatures, great & small. He was a great man that overcame many obstacles. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Bobie Crowe; mother, Jo Nelle (Cameron) Gibson; brother, Andy Crowe and...

Danny Lee Godbey

Danny Lee Godbey

Nov 17, 2025

Danny Godbey, age 70 of Eminence, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025. Danny ran the Godbey Shell Station for years. He loved watching sports and especially his UoL Cardinals. Danny was the son of the late James Lee & Geneva Mae (Cook) Godbey. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church in Shelbyville.

Survived by:

Wife: Wanda (Maddox) Godbey of Eminence

Daughter:...

Brenda (Taylor) Shiley

Brenda (Taylor) Shiley

Nov 13, 2025

Brenda Joyce Shiley, 77, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away the morning of November 13, 2025. Born June 23, 1948 to the late Forest Taylor and Sylvia Dean (Jones) Lofton in Toledo, Ohio, Brenda devoted her life to caring for others.      Brenda will be remembered by many as a nurse, serving Riverside Hospital and later St Anne’s in Toledo and Tiffin,...

Betty (Harris) Rice

Betty (Harris) Rice

Nov 13, 2025

Betty (Harris) Rice, age 84 of Turners Station, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Hobert Rice and several siblings.

Survived by:

Sons: Carl Junior Harrison of Turners Station

Ira Rice (Helen) of Turners Station

Daughter: Nella Mae Rice of Port Royal

Several Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

Betty will be cremated. There will be no services at...

Donna Lynn (Fink) Byerly

Donna Lynn (Fink) Byerly

Nov 13, 2025

Donna Lynn (Fink) Byerly age 64 of La Grange, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Norton Hospital. Donna was former Plant Operator at Goshen Elementary School. She also worked at LaGrange Woods Golf Course for many years. She was the daughter of the late Earl Wayne & Ada Pauline (Louden) Fink and was preceded in death by her husband,...

Raymond M. Atchison

Raymond M. Atchison

Nov 12, 2025

Raymond M. Atchison, age 75 of Eminence, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at his home. Raymond was a member of Sligo Baptist Church and was a Retired Transportation Tech with the KY Dept. of Fish & Wildlife. He was also a mechanic for several years. He especially enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming and the outdoors. He was the son of...

Blaine "Mouse" Heitzman, Sr.

Blaine "Mouse" Heitzman, Sr.

Nov 5, 2025

Blaine “Mouse” Heitzman, Sr., age 78 of Eminence, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Son of the late Owen and Maggie (Hibbert) Heitzman, he was preceded in death by several siblings; Sallie Carpenter, Ann Wizehart, Marie Quinn, Lary Heitzman, Tom Heitzman, and Owen "Monk" Heitzman.

Survived by:

Wife: Leanta Heitzman of Eminence

Son: Blaine “Fat Boy” Heitzman, Jr. of Eminence

Sisters: Lona Moore...

Darlene Carol Stivers

Darlene Carol Stivers

Oct 28, 2025

Darlene Carol “Mousie” (Gammon) Stivers, age 57, of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Earl P. and Emmaline (Mahoney) Gammon.

Survived by:

Aunts: Barbara Mahoney of New Castle

Willanna Payton of New Castle

Lorene Palmer of New Castle

Uncle: Edford “Shorty” Mahoney of Turners Station

Graveside Memorial Service: 2 PM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at...

Kenneth E Satterly

Kenneth E Satterly

Oct 19, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” E. Satterly, age 76, of Milton, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Son of the late Charles and Lillie (Barnes) Satterly, Kenny owned and operated his own construction company for most of his life. He also participated in Missionary work when he could. While his children were his world, his greatest joys were often found with his...

Roger D. Kelley

Roger D. Kelley

Oct 17, 2025

Roger D. Kelley, 

age 80, of New Castle, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025. Son of the late Judy and Lula (Payton) Kelley, he was preceded in death by a sister, Glenda Joyce Kays, brothers, Jimmy Kelley, Judy Kelley, Jr., Wayne Sutherland, and his stepfather, Albert Sutherland. Roger liked to fish and loved UK basketball.

Survived by:

Daughter: Robin Dale McLaughlin

Son: Roger...

Martha C. (Watson) Noe

Martha C. (Watson) Noe

Oct 17, 2025

Martha C. (Watson) Noe, age 84, of Eminence, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025. Daughter of the late Alan and Iva (Arrowood) Watson, Martha was a member of Henry Christian Church. Martha loved reading, singing, listening to music, and any activities that had to do with her church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kesler Noe, a...

Charles Marvin Raisor

Charles Marvin Raisor

Oct 16, 2025

Charles Marvin Raisor, age 85, of Shelbyville (formerly of New Castle), passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Son of the late Willie Jay and Lucy Mable (Reid) Raisor, Charles was preceded in death by his brother, Allen Jay Raisor and his stepson, Stephen Clausing. Charles attended Campbellsville College and Spencerian College, he worked at LG & E and was a...

Sandra Hapeman Lovellette

Sandra Hapeman Lovellette

Oct 15, 2025

Sandra Hapeman Lovellette, 81, passed October 15th, 2025, with two of her girls by her side peacefully at home.

Sandra was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was born in Bardstown, Kentucky, November 26th, 1943. She had a career as the first female claims adjustor for State Farm Insurance Company in the Kentucky area. She retired from...

Pauletta Arleen Owens

Pauletta Arleen Owens

Oct 14, 2025

Pauletta Arleen Owens, age 70, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. She was born to the late William and Viola Wright on April 3, 1955, in Shelbyville, KY. She was united in marriage to Terry Owens Sr. on September 3, 1971. They were married for 54 years. She attended high school at Eminence,...

Jimmie D. Woods

Jimmie D. Woods

Oct 13, 2025

In loving memory of Jimmie D. Woods 6-20-1942 to 10-13-2025. Jimmie, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on 10-13-2025 at the age of 83. A proud third-generation tobacco farmer, Jimmie spent his life working in the fields embodying the values of hard work, dedication and love of the land.

A United States Army veteran, Jimmie served his country in...

Robert Lee Cauble

Robert Lee Cauble

Oct 9, 2025

“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.” Matthew 7:12

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Lee Cauble, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, faithful brother, and cherished friend. Rob left this world on October 9, 2025, at the age of 92, in LaGrange Kentucky. Rob was a kind and...

Michelle Downey Bishop

Michelle Downey Bishop

Oct 7, 2025

Michelle Downey Bishop, age 58, of Henry County, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, William Boyd Downey.

Michelle was well known for being a loving and caring mother, wife, and daughter. She was a well known person in the Henry County community, she would never meet a stranger. She loved and cared for...

Quintin Goldey

Quintin Goldey

Oct 3, 2025

Quintin Goldey, age 22, of Shelbyville, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025. He was a great friend to many and was greatly loved by his family and friends. He had a talent for growing beautiful flowers; enjoyed playing his guitar, listening to music, cooking good food, and making people laugh. He was loving and kind hearted. His favorite place...

Brenda Raisor Kelley

Brenda Raisor Kelley

Oct 1, 2025

Brenda Raisor Kelley, born October 10, 1952, age 72, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Daughter of the late Jesse Raisor and Helen Raisor Brown, she was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters, and her late husband James W. Kelley.

Brenda was a Certified Medical Assistant. She worked at nursing homes and hospitals. She worked at Olston Kimberly Home...

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