Down On The Corner

By Paul Moffett

Your humble editor has been working feverish to fix the various problems generated by power out/surge that scrambled the main drive. It has been quite a chore. Hower, it looks like things are headed back to normal, more or less. This month will still be meager, but improving.

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Louisville - David Jennings Wilson of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on September 14, 2020 at his home. He was 91. David was born on October 10, 1928 in Corydon, Indiana where he graduated from Corydon High School in 1946 and lived until he joined the US Army in 1953. He served as a Corporal in the 8th Infantry Division's 100 piece band until he was honorably discharged in 1955. David became a professional musician after leaving the service and spent time playing across the country with Ralph Flanagan's Big Band before settling in Louisville, Kentucky. David was married to Helen Jane (Janie) Bosshart of Louisville on November 2, 1967. David continued playing the saxophone, clarinet and flute professionally in Louisville until his death. He played regularly at Jack Fry's, Le Relais, Veranese and many other establishments. David played for many entertainers when they visited Louisville including Bob Hope, Andy Williams, Rosemary Clooney, Carol Channing, Mitzi Gaynor, Lou Rawls and he was a fixture behind Foster Brooks during his annual charity gala.