Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Patsy Price
Aug 21, 2025
Patsy (Carder) Price, age 92 of Campbellsburg passed away Thursday, August 21, 2025. Patsy was a member of Campbellsburg Christian Church. Patsy loved gardening and working jigsaw & crossword puzzles. She especially enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucille (Edrington) Carder Mitchell; father, Gilbert Carder and husband, Wm. Gayle Price.
Survived By:
Daughter:...
Bertha Chadwell
Aug 19, 2025
Bertha (Batts) Chadwell, age 87 of New Castle passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Bertha worked in the restaurant industry for many years. Bertha was the daughter of the late Raymond & Katherine (Burch) Batts and was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Calvin Chadwell and daughter, Linda Downey. Bertha loved to go fishing and camping.
Survived by:
Daughter: Brenda Kelley...
Kathy Carpenter
Aug 13, 2025
Kathy Carpenter, age 73 of Pleasureville, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Adelle (Berry) Lemmon.
Survived by:
Son: Greg Carpenter (Michele) of Smithfield
Sister: Jennifer Ellis (Chris) of Carrollton
Grandson: Stephan Carpenter (Samara) of Jeffersontown
Ex-Husband: James Carpenter of Buckner
Kathy will be cremated. There will be no services at Prewitt Funeral Home.
Juan Chagoya Ramos
Aug 11, 2025
Juan Ramos Chagoya, age 63 of Eminence, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. Son of the late Juan and Maria Chagoya, he worked for Hussey Copper for many years. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Survived by:
Wife: Marie Chagoya of Eminence
Sister: Bertha Chagoya of Houston, TX
Brothers: Jose Chagoya of Houston, TX
Cornelius Chagoya of Houston, TX
Stepdaughters:...
Maurice Tim Fencer
Aug 11, 2025
Maurice “Tim” Fencer, age 83, of Campbellsburg, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. He was a member of Southeast Christian Church. Tim was an avid woodworker for most of his life. Son of the late Harold and Marion Fencer, he was preceded in death by a son, Brett Timothy Fencer.
Survived by:
Wife: Carol “Sue” Fencer of Campbellsburg
Daughter: Yolonda and Rob...
John Leroy Few
Aug 8, 2025
John Leroy Few Jr.
The Legacy of a Good Man
Sunrise: March 10, 1935
Sunset: August 8, 2025
John Few – A Life of Faith, Family, and Coaching
John Few was born March 10, 1935, in Grapeville, Pennsylvania, the middle child of seven to John and Pauline “Polly” Coles Few. From a young age, he demonstrated a natural drive, a love for sports, and a...
Sherry Elizabeth Vetter Burns
Aug 8, 2025
Sherry Elizabeth Vetter Burns, 79 passed away peacefully on August 08, 2025 at her home in Oldham County, Kentucky. Sherry was born on December 11, 1945 in Louisville, KY to Stewart and Bernadette Hattemer Vetter. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy, Dayton University, and the University of Berkeley.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother,...
Tina Marie Roth
Aug 4, 2025
Tina Marie Roth, age 66 of Louisville formerly of Eminence passed away Monday, August 4, 2025. Tina was a nurse aid for several years. She loved spending time with her family and watching Days of Our Lives. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren while swimming, watching movies and celebrating the holidays with them. She also loved her dog, Chico. She was...
Harold Gene Carpenter
Aug 3, 2025
Harold Gene Carpenter, age 69 of New Castle passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025. Harold retired from Ford Motor Company after serving 28 years. He was a member of the LaGrange Christian Church. Harold loved riding motorcycles, watching old Westerns and eating sweets. He also loved spending time with family, especially his grandkids. He was the son of the late...
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