Donald J. Uhlman

August 5, 1926 - March 13, 2021

Donald "Jimmy" Uhlman, 94, passed away peacefully at home in his favorite chair on March 13, 2021. A proud entrepreneur, Donald grew up in Buffalo, New York, and started his business career working as a newspaper boy. He expanded his ventures into Canada, opening multiple Dairy Queen's and two restaurants called "Donald's". He continued on to be a potato chip truck driver, making many friends in his community alongside his dog, Duchess. He moved to Louisville, Kentucky in 1973, where he owned Frank&Stein in Oxmoor Mall and Hickory Farms. Don was proud of his life's accomplishments and loved sharing stories of his adventures with his family. Don was known for his laughter- he loved watching cartoons, especially Tom and Jerry. If he wasn't found here, he could be found sitting outside bathing in the sun, working on his tan. Don loved a good snack and could easily finish a whole rack of ribs from Smokey Bones (and then after still sneak a Snicker's bar ... or two). Don brought a spirit of innocent joy to all those who knew him. Don is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Emily; his parents; his brother Alvin; and his son-in-law Clint. He is survived by his children, David Uhlman (Peggy), Cindy Uhlman (Mark Friedman), Karen Harris; grandchildren, Stephanie Buday, Erin Harris, Colleen Harris, Nikki Barringer (Bobby), Amy Hammond (Andrew) Gretchen Winkler (Brandon), and Donovan Uhlman (Jennifer); and many great grandchildren. A memorial Funeral Mass will take place 10 AM, Friday, March 19, 2021 at Saint Gabriel Catholic Church; 5505 Bardstown Road, with private burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donald’s name to Crusade for Children.