Obituaries

Betty Jo Brandt (B.J. to those that loved her)—beloved sister, aunt, singer, devoted volunteer, and possessor of an impressively quick wit—passed away, Tuesday, December 30, leaving behind a legacy of faith, music, generosity, and laughter.
A proud member of the New Albany High School Class of 1970, Betty Jo...

Doris Jean DeSchamp, born on November 22, 1933, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of beauty, laughter, and love.
Doris lived life with sparkle and style. A proud beautician and the longtime owner of Kittys Beauty Salon in Jeffersonville, she devoted her career to making women feel...

Michael E. Garrison passed away at home in the presence of family members on December 16, 2025. Born December 14, 1941, to Charles H. and Elsie M. Garrison, in New Albany, Indiana. He was a 1959 graduate of New Albany High School. He married France S. Garrison (nee Mason), on February 24, 1962. They were married...

Darryll R. Jones was the owner and operator of D.R. Jones Plumbing Company, Inc. for 35 years. Darryll was born on December 5th 1951, and passed away peacefully at home on December 29th, 2025. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors. While indoors, he enjoyed watching old westerns and loving on...

Ruth Mary (Hagan) King, 91, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025. Born on October 1, 1934, she was the daughter of Herbert, Sr. and Lucille (Hartlage) Hagan. Ruth's life was one of dedication, love, and devotion to her family and her faith.
Ruth was a force of nature. She...

Gary Clyn Longest, 82 years of age, passed away on December 26, 2025. He was born February 13, 1943 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Clyn and Elnora Longest. Gary touched so many lives in so many ways. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Gary was the owner and operator of Gary...

Mary Juanita Naugle, a beloved resident of Sellersburg, Indiana, peacefully passed away on Thursday, December 25th, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in New Albany, Indiana, on Tuesday, October 13th, 1942, Mary lived a life full of warmth, kindness, and dedication to her family and community.
Mary is survived by her...

Patricia Kay McCartin Pearson, age 86, passed away at home peacefully on December 30, 2025, following a day surrounded by the love and comfort of her family, friends, and loved ones. Pat's life was one defined by faith, devotion, resilience, kindness, generosity, and an abiding love for those she held dear.
Born in...

Benita Rose Romeo, age 76, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and boundless love. Born in Owensboro, Kentucky, she was the cherished daughter of the late Henry and Geneva Hooten.
Benita was a member of Graceland Baptist Church since 1974, where her quiet strength,...

Margaret Janet "Fritzie" (Mann) Speaker, 84, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 26, 2025. Born on July 9, 1941, in Navilleton, Indiana, she was the daughter of Ronald and Margaret (Schmidt) Mann.
Margaret had a long and successful career in the lighting industry, where she...

Shirley Ann Stiller, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, in New Albany, Indiana. Born on September 3, 1937, in Batesville, Indiana, Shirley was the daughter of Leo E. Klein and Ethel D. Klein. She graduated from New Albany High School in...