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Rita M. Glassford, 85, of Erlanger, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 26th, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Emma Bauer; her brothers, Robert and Joseph Bauer; her sisters, Therese Harper and Ada Williams; and her sister-in-law, Tonya Glassford. She is survived by her husband of 62…

Sister Mary Joseph of the Holy Face of Jesus Ippolito, FDM, 70, of Covington, died Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at St. Benedict’s Convent, Covington. She entered the Franciscan Daughters of Mary, on February 11, 2004. She served at the Rose Garden Home Mission in Covington helping pregnant women and needy families. Survivors include her sisters…

Wayne T. Flanary, of Florence, KY passed away on September 25, 2012 at the age of 82 at Villas Springs Health Care in Erlanger. Mr. Flanary was a retired Post Master for the U.S. Postal Service in Garden Grove, CA. Mr. Flanary proudly severed his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He…

VILLA HILLS, Lt. Col. Ret. Robert C, Cushman, 92, passed away Saturday September 22nd at his residence. He was Retired Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, 8th Air Force Bomber in WWII on the German Front, Fought in the Korean War and participated in D-Day and The Berlin Air Lift. He was preceded in…

Donald L., age 82, of Florence, KY, passed away September 20, 2012 at home surrounded by his family & friends. Beloved Husband of the late Carole L. Grob. He was an Insurance Salesman with Bankers Life & Casualty, Trustee at Woodhaven Baptist Church, Honorary Kentucky Colonel, Class of 1948 Madiera High School and a proud…

Cecilia M. Sandman, of Covington, KY went to be with the lord on Thursday September 20, 2012 at Gallatin Health Care at the age of 100. Mrs. Sandman was the owner of Sandman Liquor in Covington, KY and former owner of New Casino Night Club in Covington. She was President of Golden Age Club at…

Sadie Marie Brown (Nee: Cochran) 61, of Florence, Kentucky, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence on Wednesday, September 19, 2012. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Shirley Cochran, and by her brothers: Ralph Cochran and Gary Cochran. She is survived by her husband, Charles Brown of Florence, Kentucky,…

Brennen Allen Johnson, age 24 of Manhattan, Kansas formerly of Burlington, KY died September 19, 2012 at his residence. He was currently attending college. Survivors include his wife Kayla Johnson of Manhattan, KS; his parents Julie and Gregg Johnson of Burlington; his three siblings Katy, Nicki and Sammy Johnson of Burlington; maternal grandparents Wendell and…

Lily Joan Folzenlogen, age 84 died Sept. 17th at Chesterwood Village in West Chester, Ohio. She was a homemaker and longtime member of St. Therese Little Flower Church. She was preceded in death by her husband William. Survivors include her children, Kathleen Neufarth of Dayton , OH; Stephen Folzenlogen of Houston , TX; Maureen Bobby…

Kurt Marschall, age 84 died Monday September 17, 2012 at Villaspring of Erlanger. Kurt was a graduate of Yale and a retired Sales Director with Goodyear International. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Survivors include his wife Virginia of Florence; a son David Marschall of Florence and a daughter Laurie…

CRESTVIEW HILLS- Marjorie L. Collins, 88, passed away Sunday September 16th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a homemaker, member of Eastern Star Guyandotte WV chapter and a member of Erlanger United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband James A. Collins. Survivors include her daughter Sue Ellen (Bud) Halbeisen…

John H. Burton, age 79, died September 15th at his residence in Burlington. He was a retired Air Traffic Controller, Substitute Teacher for Boone Co. Schools and worked on the Airport Noise Abatement Committee as an expert. He was an avid outdoorsman. John was a Mason and a member of Florence Lodge. He was a…

Marjorie M. Powers, of Covington, KY passed away on Friday September 14, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood at the age of 87. Mrs. Powers was an Operation Manager for White Castle Restaurant for 40 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Houston Powers and daughter, Debbie Sandlin. Mrs. Powers is survived by…

Edward Thomas Cheslock, 83, of Burlington, KY passed away Friday September 14, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Cheslock was in the Engineering field for 50 years. He was also a Navy veteran, a Kentucky Colonel, a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, a member of the Northern Kentucky Sports Hall…

David M. Andrew, 45, of Crescent Springs, KY passed away on September 13, 2012 at his residence. David was an Attorney with Reminger and a member of St. Joseph Church in Crescent Springs. He is survived by his wife Lisa Andrew, daughter Jordan Andrew, son Blake Andrew, parents Charles and Jane Andrew, sister Lisa Wichman…

Sgt. Ronald Joseph Forsyth II, 31, of Ryland Heights, KY, passed away Thursday September 13, 2012 in Devils Lake, ND. Ronnie was a member of the Walton 118th Engineer Equipment Support Platoon KY Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife Catherine Forsyth, daughter Farrah Forsyth, stepson Anthoni Smith, mother Rhonda Ashbrook, stepfather Kelvin…

Tom J. George, 65, of Villa Hills, KY passed away Thursday September 13, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY. Tom worked as a raw material handler for 20 years with Patheon Pharmaceuticals. He is survived by his wife Judy George (nee Beierlein), son Todd George, daughter Julie Stewart (nee George), grandchildren Taylor George,…

Lita Francis Stiene, of Crestview Hills, KY passed away on Sept. 11, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood at the age of 84. Mrs. Stiene was a homemaker, bowler extraordinaire, member of the Erlanger Lions Club, first women president of the athletic boosters for Lloyd High School, and a great mother. She was preceded in…

Annie Hill, age 80, died Saturday September the 8th, at University Hospital. She was a resident of Burlington, KY. Annie was a caregiver and homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband William Glenn Hill in 1977. Annie is survived by three sons, Terry, Bobby and Johnny Hill all of Burlington and a daughter…

June Margaret Kinsler, 85, of Villa Hills, died on Saturday, September 8th 2012 at Villa Madonna Nursing home. She was a former member of Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Kinsler; her sister, Elma Jean Moore; and her brother, Earl Melvin Maegly. She is survived by her son,…

Reida L. Madere, 64, of Florence, passed away on Saturday, September 8th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Ms. Madere was a longtime employee at Frisch’s in Florence, where she managed the salad bar. She was a strong woman who loved her family. There was nothing more she enjoyed then playing board games and…

LATONIA-Kirk Lawrence Jackels, 55, passed away Monday September 3rd at his residence in Latonia. He worked as an insurance analyst for Anthem for 10 plus years. He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Cynthia Jackels. Survivors include his daughter Erica Jackels of Latonia, sister Gwen Smith of Union, brother Matthew Jackels of…

Helen M. Gausepohl (nee Barnes), 91, of Elsmere, died on Monday, September 3 rd, 2012 at Rosedale Manor in Covington. She was a member of St. Henry Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph M. Gausepohl and her brother Edward Barnes. She is survived by her sons, Michael Gausepohl of Florence and…

ERLANGER – Marjorie “Faye” Schrand, 84 passed away on Monday, September 3, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a long time member of Erlanger Christian Church, an active member of Ladies Auxiliary as well as a past employee of both Town and Country and White Horse Restaurants. Faye was precede by her…

Margaret Marie (nee Wocher), 65, of Covington, KY passed away Friday August 31, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Margaret was born April 24, 1947 to Mary and Edwin Wocher in Fairfield, OH. Margaret graduated from Fairfield High School in 1966. Margaret worked 35 years as a banquet server and bartender at The…

Raymond L., age 86, of Erlanger, KY passed away Thursday August 30, 2012 at his residence. Mr. Sivers was a retired Field Representative for the American Bowling Congress and also worked as the Secretary of the Michigan State Bowling Association. He was a member of Erlanger United Methodist Church, a Kentucky Colonel, and is in…

Judith A. Goins, of Erlanger, KY formerly of Ft. Wright, KY passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, on August 30th at the age of 65. Mrs. Goins was a human resource employee with the Verst Group Logistics for 8 years. She was preceded in death by brothers: John and David Rouse; brother-in-laws: John Jenkins…

Paula Jeanne (Niehaus) Bonfert, 62, of Florence, died Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at her residence. She was a legal secretary at Taft Law Firm, Cincinnati; president of the Kenton County Democratic Women’s Committee; a member of the Sisters of Whimsy Red Hat group; a volunteer at St. Elizabeth Women’s Health; and an active member, lector,…

Harry David Rankin, 58, of Ft. Mitchell, died Sunday, August 26, 2012. He was an attorney with Sutton Rankin Law in Edgewood. He was a former Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney; an intern and staff member for Kentucky Senator Wendell Ford; a member of the Kentucky, Northern Kentucky (President, 1988), and American Bar Associations. Harry was…

FLORENCE – Karen Burton-Catton, 54, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 25, 2012. She was a member of 1st Baptist Church of Elsmere. Karen was preceded by her mother Doris Coss (Catton). She will be dearly missed by her sisters Linda Austin, Pamela Coss, and Judith Manning, as well as 7 nieces and…

Virginia Ruth Shea, 99, of Erlanger, KY passed away Saturday August 25, 2012 at Newport Baptist Convalescent Center. Virginia was a homemaker and member of St. Henry Church. She is survived by her son Jim Shea (Jackie), daughter Virginia Shea (Fred), son Dennis Shea, son-in-law Blaine Ford, sister-in-law Melba Bender, 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren,…

Marjorie E. Hensley, 96, of Florence, KY passed away Friday August 24, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Marjorie worked as a Secretary for the State of Kentucky and was a member of the Retired State Employees Association. She is survived by her sister Mary Jean Poston of Burlington, KY, brother R. B.…

Betty Lou Rayburn nee Back, 74, of Lakeside Park, died on Tuesday, August 21st 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. She was a past member of the Gemma Guild, a greeter at the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington, and a Eucharistic minister at Blessed Sacrament Church. She was preceded in death by her…

John Anthony Domaschko, 97, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday August 21, 2012 at Emeritus Senior Living. Mr. Domaschko worked as the Treasurer and Finance Director for the City of Erlanger, KY while also working as a bus driver for Dixie Traction and Green Line. He also served on the Erlanger Volunteer Fire Department and…

EDGEWOOD – Yvonne K. Barkie, 71, passed away August 20, 2012 at her residence in Edgewood. She was a writer, business women, teacher, confidante, counselor, and optimist. She was an office manager and comptroller at the H. Dennert Dist. Corp. for over 20 years until leukemia forced her to retire. Yvonne is survived by her…

Vickie Kimmons, 56, of Erlanger, KY, passed away at her home on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Vickie was a woman who had a tremendous passion for life, and was a woman of great strength. She worked in Document Control at Loreal. She is survived by her daughter, Brogan Kimmons of Lawrenceburg, IN, her mother, Helen…

Joan Yelton, 86, passed away August 18th at her residence. She was a hairdresser in Burlington for 24 years, and a nurse at Kendal Regional Hospital Miami FL for 16 years. She was preceded in death by her husband John C. Marsh in 1989, parents Dr M.A. Yelton and Alice Walton Yelton of Burlington. Survivors…

CRESTVIEW HILLS- Anna M. Timon (nee Laible) 94, passed away August 18th at her residence. Anna was a homemaker and volunteered at St Elizabeth and St Henry Church. She was a member of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption where she sang in the Bishops Choir for many years. She was preceded in death by…

EDGEWOOD- Leonard “Len” Brauckmann, 90, passed away August 16th at Emeritus in Edgewood. He was a foreman with Heekin Can in Cincinnati for over 30 years and a member of St Paul Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Ferdinand and Johanna Brauckmann, Brother Ferd Brauckmann, sisters Theresa Romer and Ann Lonnemann. Survivors…

Howard Schmidt, age 93, died Thursday August 16th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. Howard was a retired Purchasing Agent for Aurora Casket Company and a proud U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He lived in Florence and was a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Survivors include his wife Virginia of Florence; 2 sons…

CRESCENT SPRINGS – Mary Lou Schaffer, 80, passed away on August 15, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was a devoted mother, homemaker and a member of St. Joseph Parish. She was preceded by her husband Joseph Louis Schaffer, Jr. and her granddaughter Laura Tibbs. She will be dearly missed by her…

Barbara Sowder Lahm, 63, of Dry Ridge, KY passed away Wednesday August 15, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence. Barbara was a florist and former owner of the Daisy Flower Shop. She is survived by her husband John R. Lahm, children Brad Sowder (Janet) and Tracy Sowder Mairose (Tom), grandchildren David, Jesse, Amanda, Christopher,…

Wilma Louise Neace, age 81, died Friday August 10th at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Ft. Thomas. She was preceded in death by her husband Judge Sam Neace,Jr.. She loved being with her family and was an avid golfer. Survivors include 3 sons, Michael Neace of Lexington, Patrick Neace of Pittsburg, CA and Robert Neace of Hebron;…

Aldeen E. Fromm, 75, of Burlington, KY died August 7th, 2012 after a brief illness. She attended the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, was a freelance photographer and was a member of Hebron Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; her brother, David Varebrook; her sister, Patsy Kearney; and her sister-in-law,…

Dewey Holbrook, 96, formerly of Erlanger, KY and a recent resident of Florence, KY, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood, KY. He was a member of American Legion Post 203 in Latonia, KY, a member of VFW Post 6423 in Elsmere, KY, a member of Ex-Prisoners of…

FLORENCE- Dorothy Cody Berry, 86, passed away August 5th at Florence Park Care Center in Florence KY. She worked as a receptionist/clerk with Cincinnati Regalia. She was a member of Florence Baptist Church and Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband Harvey Berry in 1977. Survivors include her sons Patrick (Brenda) Berry…

Don Colcun, age 71 of Covington, Kentucky passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth in Fort Thomas on August 2. Don was born October 5 1940 in Gary, Indiana and spent his life in California, Colorado, Kansas and Kentucky. He was a talented and successful finance professional in the Savings & Loan industry for most of…

Leavern Poole, age 66 went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 31, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. She was a homemaker and a member of 7Hills Church. Leavern resided in Florence, KY. Survivors include her husband Douglas Poole of Florence; a daughter Terrie Applewhite of Gladstone, MO; a son Ray Poole…

Carl J. “Yatz” Goetz, 87, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, KY, where he was a member of the Holy Name Society. He was an avid sportsman, with interests in all areas of sports. As a…

Tim R. Williams, age 64, died Sunday July 29th, 2012 at his residence in Burlington. He was retired from Cincinnati Milacron where he worked as a hydraulic pipefitter. Tim proudly served his country as a United States Marine. Survivors include his wife Kay Williams of Burlington; two daughters Crystal Renee and Alicia Williams of Burlington;…

Edward H. “Eddie” Diersing, 82, died Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Emeritus at Edgewood. He was a marketing manager for Cincinnati Bell and an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his: wife, Carole Diersing; daughters, Karen Peters of Villa Hills, and Maria (Tim) Samad of West Chester, Ohio; 4 grandchildren, Sarah Peters, Zach…

Carl M. Bonfert Sr, 97, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Bonfert was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church, a member of Masonic Lodge 95, a Kentucky Colonel, a member of the Edgewood Golden Age, and a Master Sergeant in the Army…

Oda Mae Wilson, 89, of Erlanger passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at her residence. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Erlanger Methodist Church, a member of the Eastern Star, active with the Methodist Mountain Missions, and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary at Erlanger Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her…

ERLANGER – Thelma E. Kruetzkamp (Morris), 91, passed away on July 26, 2012 at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills, KY. In addition to raising seven children she donated her time as a volunteer to numerous organizations including Madonna Manor and the Diocesan Catholic Children’s Home. Thelma was preceded by her husband Robert L. Kruetzkamp Sr.…

WARSAW- Steven Paul Pohlman, 55, passed away July 25th at Gallatin County Healthcare in Warsaw KY. He is preceded in death by his parents Henry and Elizabeth Pohlman, brother Tom Pohlman. Survivors include his sister Jackie Benham of Erlanger. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday July 31st from 11am…

Aline M Stephens, age 90, died July 25th at Baptist Convalescent Center, Newport. She was a resident of Union, KY. Aline was a cafeteria Manager for Boone County Schools. Survivors include her 3 sons Larry of Union; Rick of Dry Ridge; Tommy of Union and her sister Iva Lee Bowen of Stanford, KY. Aline was…

Raymond Keith Cosby, 49, of Hebron, KY passed away Wednesday July 24, 2012. He is survived by his wife Kathy Cosby, children Alex and Kyle Cosby, parents Walter and Patricia Cosby, brothers Mike and Mark Cosby, and a sister Regina Rothen. Raymond was a self employed insurance agent and member of Immaculate Heart of Mary…

ERLANGER- Holly R. Ginn, 23, passed away Monday July 23rd at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Survivors include her parents Eddie and Aleen Ginn of Erlanger, sisters Jessica Ginn of Elsmere, Jenny Ginn of Erlanger and Jamie Ginn of Erlanger, brother Eddie (Amber) Ginn of Bronson FL, nephew Elliot Donskey of Elsmere, nieces Zayla and…

Patricia C. Dahms, 30, died Saturday, July 21, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, Ky. after a courageous fight with cancer. Patricia had a love for animals and her many friends and family. She is survived by her loving parents Carl and Janet Dahms of Florence, brothers Jason Dahms and Zachary Dahms of Newport,…

Inez M. Flesch (Nee: Mayeux) passed away on July 20, 2012 at the Medical Center of McKinney in McKinney, Texas. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of nearly 50 years, Richard, and her daughter Elizabeth. She is survived by her sons: Gary Flesch (Linda) of Villa Hills, KY, Richard Flesch (Katy) of…

Ruth Nienaber, 74, of Erlanger, KY passed away Wednesday July 18, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. Ruth was a Broker for Complete Realty Service for over 30 years and was a founding member of St. Barbara Church. She is survived by her: husband Clem J. Nienaber, children Patti Taylor, Mary Walker, and Bob…

Rebekah Gripshover, found peace Monday at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence. She was a resident of Petersburg. Survivors include her father Lou Gripshover of Petersburg; her mother Jacki Ligon LaFollette of Dry Ridge; a brother Brad Gripshover of Petersburg; paternal grandparents George and Vera Gripshover of Petersburg; maternal grandparents Bob and Margaret Sprengelmeier of Ft.Mitchell; and…

EDGEWOOD- Gerald Thomas Jones, 72, passed away July 16 2012 at his residence. He was a truck driver with Roadway Trucking Company and an Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife Janet Jones, brothers Lewis and Gaylord Jones, sisters Hilda Lea and Velma Banfield. Survivors include his sister Birteana Browning of Dry…

Agnes E. Yelton, 96 of Erlanger, passed away Sunday July 15th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a member of St Henry Parish, St Henry Altar Society, Tri-City Seniors and the Grandmother’s Club. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Yelton, son Bobby Yelton, sister Rita Schmitz and brother Louis Krumpelman.…

ELSMERE- Raymond Hall, Jr., 64 passed away at his residence on July 11, 2012. He was preceded by his wife Gale D. Hall (May). Ray will be dearly missed by his sons; Raymond Hall III (Paulette) of Independence, KY, Ronald Hall (Roxie) of Independence, KY, and Shawn Hall (Cynthia) of Florence, KY; his brothers Bill…

Grace L. George, 10, of Edgewood, KY passed away on Wednesday July 11, 2012 at Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville, KY. Grace is survived by her loving parents; father Duggin George (Kim) of Edgewood, KY; mother Kimberly Moats (Josh) of Edgewood, KY; siblings Taylor Jordan George, Grant Joseph George, Faith Brooke George, and Eyden Rose…

Anne Kops (nee Purdy) of Crestview Hills passed away on July 10, 2012 at St. Charles Care Center in Fort Wright, KY. Anne was a very gifted artist. She is survived by her husband Will Kops of Crestview Hills, KY; daughters Julie Bohl (Bruce) of Cincinnati, OH; Dana Gradel (Bill) of Edgewood, KY; and Diane…

James “Jimmy” Edward Wilson, age 35, died Monday at his residence in Dry Ridge. He was preceded in death by his father, Guy Wilson. He is survived by his mother Cheryl Wilson of Burlington; a sister Joy Couch of Hebron; a brother William Long of Royce City, Texas; a half-sister Tracey Vande of Bethlehem, GA…

Barbara J. Hitter, 76, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012 at her residence. She was an active member of Blessed Sacrament Church, a volunteer at St. Charles Care Center (Charlie’s Angels), a volunteer at St. Elizabeth Hospital, an avid golfer and a member of several card clubs. Mrs. Hitter was…

Lavela M. Fuller, (nee: Ensley), 80, of Erlanger, passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. She was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church, a member of the Eastern Star, a quilter with the ladies quilting at Erlanger Baptist, an avid cook, a philanthropist, and a woman who loved everyone…

CRESCENT SPRINGS – Duane Ray Skavdahl, 65, passed away at his home on July 3, 2012. He was a partner at Smith, Rolfes and Skavdahl and an exceptionally active member of the Northern Kentucky community. Duane will be dearly missed by his wife of 29 years Jan Skavdahl of Crescent Springs, KY; his daughters Suesan…

Mary E. Post, nee: D’Amico, 93, formerly of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at the Baptist Village Care Center in Erlanger, KY. She was a graduate of the Helen Fleisher Vocational School in Philadelphia with a diploma in dress making, and worked at the Naval Air Material Center in Philadelphia during…

Dorothy Fritsch Knox Kenton, Age 95, died July 2nd at her residence in Florence. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her first husband William Knox, her second husband Raymond Kenton, and a daughter Peggy Perry. Survivors include her son Ray Kenton of Hebron; daughters Karen Kenton of Florence, Marlene Kenton of…

Margaret “Margie” Retzler, 84, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Retzler in 2008. She is survived by her step daughter, Elaine Parker (Jeff) of Madeira, OH, her brother, Ed Hering of Ft. Thomas, KY,…

Harry E. Rechtin, 86, of Florence, KY passed away on Saturday, June 30th, 2012 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence, KY. Harry was a United States Army WWII veteran, and retired from the U.S Postal Service. He is survived by his loving wife Marion “Phyllis” Rechtin of Florence, KY; son Donald Rechtin (Linda) of…

Roger L. Hardin, 59 of Newport, KY passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. Roger leaves behind his loving wife, Mary, his dog Bo-Bo, brothers, Michael, Steven, Mark and his sisters, Gail, Debbie, Cheryln and Lois and his beloved niece, Elli and nephew, Bobby and many other family…

Jack H. Paul, 74, of Florence, KY passed away Thursday June 28, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, KY. Jack worked and retired as an Auditor for the Government Accountability Office (GAO). He is survived by his loving wife Mary Jo Paul of Florence, KY; his son Brian (Zoë) Saint-Paul of Baltimore, MD; and…

Leo J. Brophy, Jr., 96, of Fort Wright, died Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at his residence. He was the founder of Brophy Insurance and Real Estate, Inc.; an Army Veteran of World War II where he served with the 254th Infantry Regiment, 63rd Division; a life-long member of St. Agnes Parish; one of the founding…

ERLANGER, KY – Drusilla (Dru) E. Hughes, 89, passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood on June 26, 2012. Dru was a loving mother and a dear friend to many. She was preceded in death by her husbands Charles G. Taylor and Roy E. Hughes as well as her siblings Helen, Harriet, Buddy,…

Nolan Michael Halenkamp, one week old, passed away at Childrens Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday, June 26, 2012. He is survived by his parents, Michael and Erin Halenkamp of Hebron, KY, his maternal grandmother, Gail Rieger, and paternal grandparents, Nancy and John Hicks, and Larry Hallenkamp and Debbie Smalley. Visitation will be…

EDGEWOOD- Jody Magen Hayes, 23, passed away Monday June 25th. She was a recent graduate from Northern Kentucky University with a B.A. in Nursing. Jody was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church, Freshman Ambassador of Students and volunteered at Redwood Rehabilitation Center. Survivors include her parents William and Virginia Hayes of Edgewood, Brother Stefan (Kimberly)…

FLORENCE, KY – Michael E. Apgar, 63, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. He was exceptionally active in the Northern Kentucky community as well as retired from both Cincinnati Bell and Sanitation District one, where he was the director of Governmental Affairs. He is preceded in death by his father Gene M.…

ERLANGER- Charles Clayton Pope, 95, passed away June 25th at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport KY. He worked in Maintenance with the William Powell Valve Company from 1934-1962. He was preceded in death by his wife Vonna Marie Pope in 2006. Survivors include his son Ralph Pope of Walton KY, 5 grandchildren and 7 great…

Julia Schnorbus (nee Gainey), 89, of Fort Wright, KY passed away June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Julia was the eldest lifelong member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Covington, KY. Julia was born on August 15, 1922 and graduated from Holmes High School in 1940. Julia was a loving person who…

Martha J. Quinn (nee Sparks), 82, of Edgewood, KY passed away Friday June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Martha worked in the office at 5/3 Bank for 30 plus years. She is survived by her twin sons Michael and Patrick Quinn, daughters Katie and Nancy Quinn, daughter in law Nobuko, 10 grandchildren, and 8…

John D. Burcham, 58, of Burlington, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He was a salesman at Winwater Works, was an active member of Burlington Baptist Church, a member of the board of the Burlington Cemetery prior to his illness, and a longtime coach of local youth athletics.…

Margaret Louise Ehrenfels, 58, of Florence, died Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was also very active at Mary Queen of Heaven and Saint Timothy Parishes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward J. and Dolores (Carroll) Garrett, Sr. Survivors include her husband Jim Ehrenfels; daughters, Kelly…

Mary J. Grout, nee: Baumann, 86, formerly of Villa Hills, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Grout, and her brother, Rev. Edward J. Baumann. She is survived by her children: Ed Grout (Pam), Mary Anne Kordenbrock (Bob), Carol Koester…

William “Bill” Russel Faris, 90, of Florence, KY passed away Wednesday June 20, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. Bill worked as a milkman for Clover Leaf Dairy and was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife Lavern Faris and son Lonnie Faris. He is survived by his son Greg…

ELSMERE- Marshall “Ray” Deatherage, 75, passed away June 20th at Villa Spring Nursing Home in Erlanger. Ray was preceded in death by his brothers Allen and Paul Deatherage. Survivors include his daughter Kelly Comp of Erlanger, son Eric Daniel of Walton, brother Charlie Deatherage of Elsmere and sister Irene Howard of Independence. Also surviving are…

FLORENCE – Franklin Scott Rudd, 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 20,2012. He was a NAVY veteran and retired from the United States Postal Service. Frank will be dearly missed by his wife Connie Rudd (Bohman) of 37 years, his sons, Darran Voorhees (Julie), Darral Voorhees, and Shane Voorhees (Bernice) as well…