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obituaries Jean Elizabeth Belcher Jean Elizabeth Belcher, 87, of Louisville passed away Saturday October 1, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Jesse Harold Belcher and her parents Fredrick Herman and Evelyn Elizabeth Suhr. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Barbara Pitcher (Kenny) and Paula Russell (Charlie), grandchildren Laura Dugard, Michael Dugard, Jason Russell (Ashley) and Kelly Russell, great grandchildren; Donovan and Mason Dugard and Emma and Charlotte Russell. Special thanks to all the staff at Ideal Care for their dedicated support and love for Mrs. Belcher. A funeral service was held Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at 11 a.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ, 10400 Old Preston Hwy, with a private burial following at Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation was Monday, October 3 from 2 p.m - 8 p.m. at Arch L. Heady & Son Funeral Home, 8519 Preston Hwy. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Hosparus, Bethany United Church of Christ and Ideal Care. Please visit our website www. archlheadypreston.com to leave your online condolences for the family.
Nancy Elizabeth Crenshaw Nancy Elizabeth Crenshaw, 97, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016 at her residence. She was the former Nancy Deacon. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Collins, a son, Rick Crenshaw, both of Bardstown, two grandsons, Brooks (Kristie) Crenshaw and Andrew Crenshaw, both of Tennessee. Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Elizabeth Crenshaw will be Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 2 p.m. at New Salem Baptist Church. Inter-
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ment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation was Wednesday, October 5 from 2 - 8 p.m. at the Houghlin-Greenwell Funeral Home, 1475 New Shepherdsville Rd. Additional visitation will be Thursday after 12 noon at the church. The Houghlin-Greenwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
David “Don” Harmon David “Don” Harmon, 82, of Louisville, returned to his Heavenly Father, Saturday, October 1, 2016. Mr. Harmon was a member of Christian Assembly Church. Among those who preceded him in death include his son David Harmon and grandson Randy Harmon. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 64 years, Betty Jean Harmon; two daughters, Onita Woodrum (Steve) and Pamela Jackson (Tommy); six grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and two great grandchildren; and three brothers. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday October 4, 2016 at Christian Assembly Church, 9020 Stonestreet Rd., Valley Station, 40272, with burial in Beth Haven Cemetery. Friends paid their respects on Monday, October 3 from 3 - 8 p.m. at Schoppenhorst, Underwood, and Brooks Funeral Home, Preston Hwy at Brooks Rd. and at the church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the church.
David Keator David Keator, 65, passed away September 8, 2016 in Venice, FL. He was born in Springfield, MA to Richard (Dick) and Jeannette Keator (both deceased) on September 11, 1950 and was the oldest of four children. David was a long time resident of Louisville and a major contributor to the art community. A man of many talents, he was a remarkable artist, an inspira-
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tional teacher, and loved to bring out the inner child in others. He was a true individual that never met a stranger and was always willing to help those in need. He is survived by his son Morgan G. Keator, grandchildren Jorden S. Keator and Max G. Keator; sister, Dale S. Burrell; brother, Bruce A. Keator, and many other loved ones including nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held from 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Rd., Louisville, KY 40206. Immediately thereafter, there will be a silent auction of David’s paintings from 4 - 6 p.m. and all proceeds will be donated to Fund for the Arts. Expressions of sympathy can be made to Fund for the Arts at fundforthearts.org.
Hattie B. Keeylen Hattie B. Keeylen, 96, of Louisville died Saturday September 24, 2016 at Jewish Hospital. She was a former employee of the old Olen-Masters Corp. and a member of First Virginia Avenue Baptist Church. Survivors include a son Raymond E. Keeylen, Sr.; two grandchildren Keesha L. Keeylen and Raymond Keeylen, Jr. (Shanita); nine great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Her funeral service was held at noon Monday, October 3, 2016 at First Virginia Avenue Baptist Church 3601 Virginia Ave., with burial in Zachary Taylor National Cemetery. Visitation was 10 a.m. to noon Monday, October 3 at the church. Arrangements are by W. P. Porter Mortuary. Online condolences: wpportermortuary.com.
David L. Lester David L. Lester, 54, of Louisville passed away suddenly Thursday, September 29, 2016 at Norton
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Brownsboro Hospital with his family by his side. David was a national sales manager for Gear For Sports Inc., a member of the U of L Lettermen Club, former Basketball Manager at U of L., a member of Wildwood Country Club, and avid golfer and a lifelong hardcore U of L Sports fan. David is preceded in death by his father; Robert G. Lester. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years; Melanie Owings Lester, son; Ryan Lester, daughter; Jenna Louise Lester, mother; Katherine Jonte Lester, brother; Mark W. Lester (Deanna), sister; Kathy Carwile (Jerry) and many loving nieces and nephews. David’s funeral service was 10 a.m. Monday, October 3, 2016 at Ratterman Funeral Home 12900 Shelbyville Rd. East Louisville, KY 40243 with burial in Resthaven Cemetery following. Visitation was 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be donated to the University of Louisville Scholarship Fund in David’s honors. David’s death was so very sudden; the family will hold a Celebration of David’s Life at a later date. Rattermans.com.
Curtis Neil “Curtie” Martin Jr. Curtis Neil “Curtie” Martin Jr., 45, passed away Saturday October 1, 2016 at Norton Hosparus. Preceding him in death is his mother Theresa (Ricketts) Martin, grandparents; Chlorene Martin “Granny” and Murrel Martin “Pappy.” He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Melanie Rene (Brumleve), son Ricky Neil Martin, his father Curtis Neil Martin Sr. and sister Kimberly Ann Martin. Also several aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces nephews and cousins, many friends and the DJ family. His funeral was 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 5 at