OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY


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...

Leo Joseph Sandmann III

Leo Joseph Sandmann III

Sep 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Leo Sandmann III Leo Joseph Sandmann III, 66, of Southern Indiana, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. He was born on January 17, 1959, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Leo Joseph Sandmann II and Dolores Sandmann, who survive him.

Leo proudly served his country as a United States Navy veteran from 1979 to 1983, traveling the world...

Roy Smith

Roy Smith

Sep 22, 2025

Roy Smith, age 90, of Smithfield, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025. Roy was a member of the New Grove Missionary Baptist Church and the Washington Meredith Masonic Lodge in Edmonson County, KY. Roy retired from Ford Motor Company after 40+ years. He was the son of the late Owen and Marie Lou (Martin) Smith and was preceded in...

Billie Jo "BJ" Sexton

Billie Jo "BJ" Sexton

Sep 20, 2025

Billie Jo “BJ” Sexton, age 52 of New Castle passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025. BJ was a member of New Castle Christian Church. She helped raise countless children in the community for 40+ years. She loved her fur babies, Loki & Todd. BJ was a big UK Fan and also enjoyed traveling, camping & shopping. She dearly loved her...

Dennis Ray Wood

Dennis Ray Wood

Aug 25, 2025

SFC Dennis Ray Wood, retired, age 82 of New Castle, formerly of Coal City, Indiana, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025 after a lengthy illness at his home with the love of his life at his side, his wife of 17 years, Catherine. He was the son of Robert and Lucille (Wratten) Wood of Washington, Indiana and graduated in 1961 from...

Jane Miller (Thomas) Thurman

Jane Miller (Thomas) Thurman

Aug 22, 2025

Jane Miller (Thomas) Thurman, age 100 of New Castle passed away Friday, August 22, 2025. Jane was a member of the New Castle Christian. She had a Bachelors degree from Eastern University and taught at Henry County for 38 years. Jane enjoyed bird watching; going to the beach & watching sports. She especially loved spending time with family. Jane was...

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