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Joseph Fletcher Obituary
A native of Louisville, Mr. Fletcher was born to Evelyn S. and Leonard Fletcher who preceded him in death.
An alumnus of Male High School, he attended Bellarmine College and served his country in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War.
Joe Fletcher's radio and television career spanned from 1960 through 2002. He was a WAVE/WAVG 970 TV and radio personality who received awards for his popular show "The Joe Fletcher Show" by TV Radio Mirror. He was also known to fill in on the weekend weather at WAVE TV-3 and hosted the program High Q. He worked for Louisville radio stations WAKY, WKLO, WINN, WAVE, WAVG, and WKJK - Clear Channel Radio where he retired. Early in his career he worked for WSAC - Ft. Knox, KY and WSLM - Salem, IN. He also worked at WFBC in Greenville, SC.
As a kidney organ recipient, he was a volunteer and friend to KODA as well as the National Kidney Foundation of Kentucky. He was a friend to Seniors Citizens East and lent his talents to many charitable and non-profit organizations. These included Kosair Charities, Ursuline School of Music, the Cerebral Palsy School, Highland VFW Post, J-Town Gaslight Festival, J-Town Band, the Fillies Inc., the Kentucky Derby Festival, and many more.
He loved sports and was the announcer for the Louisville Blades Ice Hockey team. He was the public announcer for Friday Night racing at the old Fairgrounds Motor Speedway. His hobbies included auto racing, history, photography, music, theatre, and bird watching.
He is survived by his daughters Elaine Ann Fletcher Key (Kevin F.) and Jo Lynn Fletcher Farmer (Bill); his grandchildren Thomas Fletcher Farmer and Kirby Lynn Farmer.
He will be missed by his family, friends, and fans, but his beautiful voice will live on in the archives of Louisville radio for generations to come.
The Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be Friday, January 8, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Pearson's, 149 Breckenridge Lane, with burial to follow in Cave Hill cemetery. His visitation will be Thursday, January 7, 2010, 4-8 p.m. Memorial dedication suggested to Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates, 106 E. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Fletcher
January 19, 2010
DEAR GIRLS, I met your Dad in the 50's, when he was attending college. He loved to dance and I can see him now in a black crew neck sweater, horn rimmed glasses and huge smile. There were two girl friends who used to go to the Doghouse, to dance ... and he was so blindly in love with the one girl, Charlotte that he couldn't see any other girl except her. He would dance with other girls, but his heart belonged to Charlotte, for sure. A couple years later, when I had my son, the hospital door opened and Joe was my first visitor. Standing at the door with a huge smile -- I never forgot his kindness. Many people enjoyed knowing your Dad -- I remain one of them. May God bless both of you. Shirley O'Donnell Braun
James Magnus
January 10, 2010
Having just learned of Joe's death, am disappointed to not have been at the memorial service. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Much love to Elaine, Jo Lynn,
James(Smokey) E. Magnus
Pat Cline
January 9, 2010
What a fine gentlemen your dad was - he helped my business partner and I with a real estate radio show a number of years ago ; then I worked with him to sell his home in Graymoor before he moved to Crescent Hill. I am sorry to say I did not know he had been in the nursing home. He always seemed to me to be in a good mood and had a jolly laugh. He will surely be missed by many of us.
Judy Lovelace
January 8, 2010
Girls, I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I have known him since "Pretty Jacque" days. He worked with us recently in Young Hearts and was always a delight.
What a voice they have in heaven now.
Judy Lovelace
Susie Fletcher
January 7, 2010
He was my Beautiful Uncle Joe I always thought he was the most handsome man I ever knew.I loved to hear him speak my Dad Tom Fletcher was so proud of him we all were.I will miss you handsome you were the best of the Fletchers .
All my love to Elaine and Jolynn and their sweet families
January 7, 2010
Aunt Orene in Lifecare of Bardstown
Ruth Stamper
January 7, 2010
Joe was my nephew; though we were only 4 yrs apart, I recall going to St. Mary and Eliazabeth Hospital to see him when he was born. I thought he was my baby to take home but I was very sad to learn he was going home with my big sister, Evelyn. We fought alot because we spent alot of time together at my Dad's house at 4th and Central. We both shared the "Smith" stubborness and thought we were right about everything. I pray he is in heaven with my parents, my sister, Evelyn (Joe's Mom) and Paul David and Chelsey. He will be missed. I'm sorry I can't be there, but am not capable of making the trip, so I am with you in spirit, love Aunt Orene
January 5, 2010
My father, Minor, loved Joe as he reminded him of his brother, Leonard. I loved seeing Joe, because he reminded me of my father. All the Fletcher boys looked alike. Condolences to our extended family.
Norma Fletcher Hoffman,
Joyce Fletcher Nutt,
and Tula E. Fletcher
January 5, 2010
Dear Joe was a good friend and always asked about my dad, Jim Caldwell. They worked together at WAVE in the "old" days. Joe will be missed and loved forever. He is with all of the angels now.
Kitty Morrison
Bob Fouts
January 5, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Joe at WSAC Fort Knox back in the 60's. His smile and good humor are part of my memories of those days.
Joe Lilly
January 4, 2010
It was a pleasure to have worked with Joe at WAVE. My condolences to your family.
Terry Harlow
January 4, 2010
To Joe:
When you get to heaven, I know my mother Margie Harlow will welcome you with open arms and a drink of choice. Thank you for many goodtimes at her house, Turners and all the wonderful radio shows you did. You were a true friend and I will miss you very much.
Wesley Schissler
January 4, 2010
I haven't seen Joe for some time, but we always had a good respect for each other. I remember when he could hardly walk and was in a wheel chair. Then he got a new hip and could dance again. He came to work for us at Cowger & Miller Mortgage Co. Later, he had me on his informative talk show on 1050. We talked about the realestate and mortgage business. I'm going to miss Joe.
Shelley Stiff
January 4, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
January 4, 2010
Joe was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
Annie Peabody-Chism
Scott Goettel
January 4, 2010
Joe was always so fun to talk to, and I was a long time fan of his from the days of when I used to listen to him on WAVE 970 Radio. Several years later, while I was working at Louisville's Clear Channel Radio, and Joe was also there working at WKJK, we had so many fun conversations, and he always had some of the funniest jokes to share.
I truly felt honored to meet and know him. His professionalism and talent were an inspiration, and he was such a cool, super nice guy to talk to.
My condolences and prayers go out to Joe's family and friends.
God Bless,
Scott Goettel
WQXE Radio
Elizabethtown, KY
Rynda Fredrickson
January 4, 2010
Joe was one of my "fun" cousins and I have many great memories of him and Charlotte, Elaine and Jolynnie growing up with them. We shared many backyard picnic/wiffle ball/volleyball/swimming times and always had a blast! Being in sales, Joe and I always had a joke or two to exchange. I will miss him but I know his struggles here on earth are over. I'm glad I went and saw him and prayed with him the day before he died. My Mom, Ruth Stamper, is the last of the Mohicans on the Smith side (his Mom's, Evelyn Fletcher)and resides here in Bardstown in a nursing home. He will be missed and my love and prayers go out to my sweet cousins during this difficult time.
January 4, 2010
JoLynn, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My prays are with you.
Debbie Marion
Mark Spencer
January 4, 2010
My condolences to the entire Fletcher family. I'm sorry to hear about your loss.
Peggy Koonsman
January 4, 2010
We are so, so sorry for your loss.
All our love, The Koonsman's and May's
Snyder, TX
Dave Sonnheim (Adler)
January 4, 2010
I worked with Joe at WAVE Radio in the mid 70's. He was always upbeat and had a joke to share. In later years, I'd see Joe at various events and he seemed to maintain that "positive" attitude. He did leave his mark on Louisville and will be missed.
Carol Westerman
January 4, 2010
Dear Elaine and Jo Lynn and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please accept my sympathy. Peace. Carol Westerman
Ann Marie Hughes
January 4, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Al Mayo
January 4, 2010
My condolences to the family. Fletch was a great guy and one of the best broadcasters I've ever known. I'll miss his smile and gentle good humor.
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