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Sarah Halbauer Obituary
90, went to her Heavenly Father on the wings of angels. She died peacefully at Essex surrounded by her family. Ophelia was born May 15, 1926 in Meriwether, Georgia to the late Raymon and Dera (Shuemate) Shaw. She was united in marriage to John J. Halbauer from St. Paul Minnesota December 20, 1947 in Elizabethtown , Kentucky for 68 years.
They met in Kentucky when John was in the Army stationed at Fort Knox. They settled in Louisville, Kentucky in 1955. To this union brought 8 children to bless this home.
She worked in a cotton mill in Georgia and Holiday Inn in Louisville. Most of all she was a wife, mother and a homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John J. Halbauer, Sisters Myrtice Morris, Betty Smith. Brothers Johnny Shaw (Natie), William T. Shaw, James T. Shaw, Billy J. Shaw and Curtis Shaw.
She is survived by Daughter Rhonda Halbauer Duvall (Tommy), Sons: Roger Ussery ( Remy), Daniel (Connie), Steve, William T., Gregory, Chris (Bart), Ries (Tami). Grandchildren, Diane, Tommy Jr., Shaun, Shannon, Tina, Steve, David, Travis, Dena, Jessica, Melissa, Roman, Payden, Shane, Roger, Rodrick and Randy; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews; sister, Mary Ivey (Raliegh), sister-in-law, Margie.
Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 9, 2016 at 12 noon at the Heady-Hardy Funeral Home, 7710 Dixie Highway, with entombment in Louisville Memorial Gardens West. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
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December 8, 2016
Rhonda and the boys, Sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We had many good visits with your mother and dad. Dorene Czeck(Martin & Louise's daughter) Bowlus MN
December 8, 2016
Sincerest condolences to the family. May the strength and peace that only God can give comfort you during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11
December 8, 2016
So sorry for your loss. With Deepest Sympathy, Chuck & Sue Dwyer
Tina Speakman
December 8, 2016
Rhonda and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. She was a beautiful lady and memories of her will be treasured. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and give you His perfect peace. We love you, Tina Ivey Speakman (Dan), Raleigh & Mary Shaw Ivey, Wendell and family, Bonnie (Danny), and Tim
December 7, 2016
Melissa, I am so sorry for the lost of your grandmother. I love you. I will be thinking about you and your family as you go though this time of sadness. God will give you the strength to get though this. Aunt Diane.
Natasha Whitlow
December 6, 2016
Sending my condolences & prayers to the Halbauer family. So sorry for your loss. Love , Natasha.
December 6, 2016
Sorry for your loss.Susie Duvall
Binky H
December 6, 2016
Hugs and love to you all!
Ries Halbauer
December 6, 2016
Ries Halbauer
December 6, 2016
Melissa Jones
December 6, 2016
I had the best childhood memories at my Grandma and Grandpa's house. They were the best grandparents anyone could have ever asked for. I love them both with all of my heart. I will miss, but never forget you. Love Always,
Melissa
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