Local Obituaries for New Castle and Eminence, KY

Jan 2, 2025

Dale Louis Delaney , age 72 of Shelbyville (formerly of Eminence), passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Tampa, Florida. Son of the late Gilford and Geneva Prather (Kiefer) Delaney, he was an employee of Steel Technologies before becoming an independent contractor. He loved to fish, travel, study his genealogy, and spend his winters...

Jan 1, 2025

Deneen (Gordon) Wilson, age 60 of Campbellsburg, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the University of Louisville Hospital. Deneen was a very loving wife, mother & daughter.  She was a member of the Eminence Baptist Church.  She was preceded in death by her father, Ronnie Gordon, Sr.; her brother, Ronnie Gordon, Jr. and a nephew, Cody Gordon....

Dec 30, 2024

Sonya Fagan January 2, 1934 — December 30, 2024

Sonya Caffee Fagan, age 90, passed on December 30, 2024, at her home in Holly Springs, NC. This greatest of friends, truth-telling bringer of goodwill - sweet tea in human form was determined to live a full life and let her life speak of God's love.

She is...

Dec 28, 2024

Charlotte (Cowherd) Russo , age 81 of Eminence, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her caring family. She attended Restoration Life Church in Eminence and formerly attended Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints of Shepherdsville. Charlotte loved her sons and has always had a strong Love for God & Faith. A secretary for...

Dec 27, 2024

Theresa Lynn Wilkins, age 75 of Eminence passed away Friday, December 27, 2024.

Theresa was preceded in death by her father, Alva Woods.

Theresa was cremated.

Survived by:

Sons: Jimbo Louden of Sulphur

Mark Louden of Port Royal

Michael Louden of Eminence

Daughter: ...

Dec 25, 2024

Barbara Ann (Vest) Norton , age 82 of Eminence, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024.  Daughter of the late Lowry and Anna Mae (Casey) Vest, she retired as Assisted Vice President/ Trust Officer of the old Farmers Deposit Bank in Eminence. She was a member of Eminence Baptist Church.  Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Donald...

Dec 22, 2024

Donna Jean (Seiber) Caraballo , age 72 of Smithfield (formerly of Cleveland, OH), passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, after a lengthy & hard-fought battle with cancer.  Daughter of the late Arnold and Pauline (Smith) Seiber, she retired from Turner Construction after 38 years as an Accountant & Field Secretary.  She was very proud of her work on...

Dec 22, 2024

Linda Lou (Louden) Robison , Age 78 of Pendleton, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at her residence. Born to Whitaker and Lottie P. (Gividen) Louden on August 14, 1946, she was the 4 th youngest child of the 10 Louden children. A compassionate caretaker, she was currently a caregiver at Twin Oaks Assisted Living in New Castle where...

Dec 14, 2024

Sarah Jane (Vaughn) Clark , age 78 of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Daughter of the late Granville and Martha (Crawley) Vaughn, Sarah retired as secretary for Eastwood Fire & Rescue.  She was an animal lover who enjoyed get-togethers with “Her Girls” for meals and laughter!  She loved spending time with her family & friends,...

Dec 14, 2024

Russell Snook , age 79 of Lacie, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024.  Son of the late Rufus and Novella (Downey) Snook, he was a lifelong farmer. He began his career milking cows and later in life worked on a horse farm in Skylight, Kentucky. A skilled mechanic, he also formerly worked at Coakley Implement in LaGrange. His...

Dec 13, 2024

Tommie (Hartman) Houston , age 102 of Eminence, passed away Friday, December 13, 2024.  Daughter of the late Dr. John Chilton & Minnie Thomas (Coombs) Hartman, she received her bachelor’s degree from Transylvania University, where she was in the Tri-Delta Sorority.  Tommie was a dedicated homemaker and was proud to raise her three sons. Her favorite name was “Memama”...

Dec 9, 2024

Donald “Donnie” Norton , age 82 of Eminence, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024.  Son of the late Robert and Myrtle (Young) Norton, he was a life-long farmer and a member of Smithfield Christian Church.  Donnie was a dedicated daily reader of newspapers & was an avid sports fan.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Sue...

Dec 7, 2024

Dennis “Sugarbear” Benham , Age 77 of New Castle, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Richwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Son of the late Charles Edgar and Laverna (Stewart) Benham, he retired from the John Deere dealership in Shelbyville, Shelby Supply, after over 30 years as the Service Manager. A loyal employee, he was a...

Dec 5, 2024

Betty Jean Chisholm Grubbs

Born – August 19, 1932

Deceased – December 5, 2024

Betty passed away at Carmel Manor in Fort Thomas, Kentucky at the age of 92.  For the past 10 years Betty had suffered from Alzheimer’s disease.  Our family was blessed, although confused at times, she continued to...

Nov 30, 2024

Edna M. Johnston , age 61 of Campbellsburg, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Daughter of the late James William and Marjorie (Hinton) Johnston, she was the long-time bookkeeper for Bullock Oil for nearly twenty years. She most recently managed Cowboy’s in Campbellsburg.  Edna adored her dog, Zeke, and enjoyed watching old westerns. Above all else, she loved...

Nov 26, 2024

Nancy Sue (Arnold) Willis , age 81 of New Castle, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. A graduate of Eminence Independent School, she was the office manager of Cupp Chiropractic for many years.  Sue served as a volunteer for Henry County Senior Citizens and was a faithful member of Henry Christian Church.  She had an infectious smile and was...

Nov 24, 2024

Tim Sharp , age 58 of Drennon Springs, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024.  Tim was a life-long farmer. He hauled water all over Henry County and was a member of Drennon Christian Church.  Tim loved being outdoors, taking care of cattle, watching movies & helping at Sharp’s Grocery Store.  Most of all, he loved laughing & spending...

Nov 15, 2024

Danny Clark, age 66 of Eminence passed away Friday, November 15, 2024.  Danny worked & helped with grounds keeping at the Henry County Country Club for 12+ years. He was a Competition Bow Shooter. He loved fishing, hunting and just being outdoors. Danny was the son of the late Cecil & Edenah (Penn) Clark and was preceded in death...

Nov 10, 2024

Wanda June (Hubbard) Hambel , age 80 of Shelbyville (formerly of New Castle) passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024.  Daughter of the late Thomas and Lula Rowena (Simpson) Hubbard, she had a life-long love of horses and was an Equestrian Analyst in the horse racing industry.   She was a collector of antiques and loved to fish!  She was...

Nov 6, 2024

Josh Quire, Age 32 of Carrollton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He was a former employee of Steel Technologies as a crane operator.  Josh loved fishing with his daughter and enjoyed working on hot rods and cars.  He also loved reading and learning new things.  Josh will be cremated after services.

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