Paula McCraney on the Passing of Jefferson County Clerk Bobbie Holsclaw

September 10th, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that I acknowledge the passing of Jefferson County Clerk Bobbie Holsclaw, who left us on Wednesday, September 10th. Bobbie dedicated 27 years of her life to serving the people of Jefferson County, and she did so with unmatched excellence. 

I had the privilege of working for Bobbie for eight of those years as her director of public relations and spokesperson, and that time was nothing short of transformative. She was a conscientious, caring, and compassionate public servant whose leadership style inspired everyone around her. Bobbie’s legacy is one of dedication and a relentless commitment to service. 

As Clerk, she oversaw the operation of the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office and the administration of county-wide elections with a steady hand and an unwavering sense of duty. True to the Clerk’s Office motto of providing VIP service, Bobbie ensured that every resident of Jefferson County was treated with value, integrity, and performance. 

She was a model of what it means to be a faithful public servant, and her presence will be profoundly missed. Louisville Metro has lost not only a remarkable Clerk but also an extraordinary leader whose work and memory will live on in the countless lives she touched. 

My heartfelt condolences go out to her family, loved ones, and County Clerk employees during this time of loss. May they find comfort in knowing that Bobbie’s impact on this community will never be forgotten.