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Kent P. Pieper, 57, of Milford, formerly of Northern Kentucky, died Thursday, November 3, 2011, at his residence. He was vice-president of TRIVACO in Loveland, Ohio; and a member of Perry Park Golf Resort in Perry Park, Kentucky. Kent is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Mary Pieper, and brother, Terry Pieper. Family…

Paul Koenig, 76, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Elsmere, died on November 3rd. He was the owner of Hemsath Sound Center for 20 years, worked at Madonna Manor for 10 years, and was an Air Force veteran. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Zimmerman. He is survived by his wife, Flora…

ELSMERE- Sarah Hoskinds (nee Baird), 79, passed away Monday October 31st at her residence. She was a teacher and spent most of her career at Pleasant Hill Elementary School in Milford OH. Sarah was involved with the Alumni Association and Miami University in Oxford, member of Elsmere Church of Christ and an avid Philanthropist for…

Maxine D. Due, 89, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, October 30th. She was a loving mother and sister. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. Due. She is survived by her daughter, Donna (Will) Browning of Milford, OH; and her brother, Bill Rogers of Middletown, OH. She also leaves behind a…

Thomas Rose, age 84, died October 30th, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired farmer and resident of Petersburg. Tom was a veteran of WWII and served in the Navy. He was a longtime member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Burlington. Survivors include his wife Joan Rose of Petersburg; 4 daughters Donna…

Bobby (Bob) J. Jones, 70, of Independence, KY passed away Sunday, October 30th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob was a beloved husband and dad, and has been married to the love of his life, Sharon Jones, for 52 years. He worked for Western and Southern Life Insurance and retired after 33 years…

UNION- Lawrence J. Fibbe, 91, passed away October 30th at St Elizabeth Health Care in Florence. He was a machinist for William Powell Valve for 30years. Lawrence was a member of St Benedicts Church, and church choir, St Benedicts Knights of Columbus, St Vincent DePaul Society and organized the first Knothole team for St Benedicts.…

Larry Meadows, 59, passed away at his brother’s residence in Wiiliamstown, KY on Saturday, October 29th while under the care of the Hospice of the Bluegrass. Larry was a self-employed carpenter, and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his father, Herman Meadows, his mother Maxine Randolph, and his grandson Nicholas.…

Roberta “Bo” Schmidt, 82, of Erlanger, died on Wednesday, October 26th 2011. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Jessie Reed, and her brother Don Reed. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim Schmidt of Erlanger; her daughters, Carol (Kurt) Ruttencutter of Burlington, Laura (Larry)…

Helen M. Rider, 84, passed away on Monday, October 24th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Helen resided at Florence Park Care Center prior to her death. She was a former member of the Salvation Army and of DeCoursey Baptist Church. She is survived by her sisters, Betty Richardson of Burlington, Dorothy Cornwell of Erlanger,…

Michael Joseph Quigley, 65, of Independence, KY passed away Saturday, October 22, 2011 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH. Mr. Quigley served over 30 years with the Department of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Covington, KY. He is survived by his wife of 41 years Clare Quigley, son Joe Quigley (Vicky), daughter Janie…

Robert (BOB) Brooks Lee, 68, of Independence, KY passed away Friday October 21, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob Served in the US Army and was honorably discharged in 1966. He was an accountant for Procter and Gamble for 28 years, and he was also a member of the Local 541 Para…

Beatrice C. (Whicker) Strong, 90, of Erlanger, died Friday, October 21, 2011, at her home. She worked at Woodspoint Nursing Home for 26 years. Her husband, Conley Strong, sons, Roger and Harlan Strong, and daughter, Doris Jean Strong, died previously. Survivors include her: sons, Darryl Strong of Elsmere, David Strong of Sunman, Indiana, William and…

FLORENCE- Jack M. Felts, 72, passed away Wednesday October 19th at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Florence. Survivors include his wife Joan Felts of Florence, daughters Glenda Garnett of Erlanger, Rhonda Stephenson of Burlington, sisters Naomi Felts of Florence, Violet Rodgers of Corbin, brothers Vincent Felts of Florence, Hiram Felts of Corbin and Lonnie Felts…

Mary Grace (Diddy) Trumble, 83, of Park Hills, died on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, at her residence. She was a homemaker and a member of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption. Her husband George F. Trumble and sons, Timmy, John Patrick, and Thomas John Trumble, and 3 grandchildren died previously. Survivors include her sons, Rick…

Edgewood: Gloria G. Beck 74, died Tuesday October 18, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood, Ky. She was a registered nurse for 37 years at Booth Hospital and St. Luke West in Florence. Gloria had a tremendous love for animals and volunteered at the local animal shelters. She also volunteered her time with senior citizens…

Connie “Deering” Ankenbauer, 55, passed away on Tuesday, October 18th at St. Elizabeth in Florence. She is survived by her husband, David Ankenbauer of Burlington, her son Brian Ankenbauer of Burlington, her daughter, Julie Cassedy (Cody) of Hebron, her mother Mary Deering of Ft. Thomas, her brother Ron Deering (Debbie) of California, Ky, and her…

Robert (Bob) Rodgers, 79, of Edgewood, KY passed away Monday, October 17, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob was an Army Veteran and served during the Korean War in Japan as a member of the Far East Command, and he worked at AT&T as an Associate Engineer. Bob was preceded in death…

Opal Stickels, 80, of Florence, KY, passed away Monday, October 17, 2011 at Carmel Manor in Fort Thomas, KY. Opal was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill Stickels. Opal is survived by her daughters Cathy Stickels (Bob Taylor) of Lakeside Park, Christy Vallandingham of Ludlow, and Cindy Williams of Corpus Christi; grandchildren Charlie…

Paul Moore of Middletown, OH passed away Sunday, October 16th at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Mabel Moore for 64 years. Dear father of Edward (Terri) Moore, Florence, KY; Timothy (Diane) Moore, Hamilton, OH; Vicki Holland, Middletown, OH; and Paul “Chip” Moore, Hamilton, OH. Cherished grandfather to Jennifer (Robert) Bell, Stephanie Moore, Lynette,…

Dolores A. Rettig (Wotruba), 89, of Fort Wright died Monday, October 10th, at Rosedale Manor. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Barbara Wotruba; her husband, George K. Rettig, and her son William G. Rettig. Survivors include her son, Jim Rettig of Erlanger; her daughters, Donna (John) Meier…

Shirley Jean Baur, 70, of Erlanger, KY passed away Sunday, October 9, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was a homemaker, and a member of Erlanger Baptist Church and the Red Hat Society. Shirley is survived by her husband of 51 years James Baur of Erlanger, KY, daughter Kimberly Sharits (Rodney) of…

Kim Louise Trout, 60, of Union, KY passed away October 7, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Kim worked as an Executive Coordinator for the Boone County School District for 15 years. Kim was an avid traveler, and loved photography and antique shopping. She invested a lot of her time with the Boone…

Kyle John O’Bryan, 18, died suddenly on Thursday, October 6, 2011, at his residence in Petersburg, Ky. He was a freshman at Gateway Community College, and worked at Custom Computers in Burlington. Survivors include his: parents, Steve and Susan (Rose) O’Bryan; brothers, Matthew O’Bryan and Joseph O’Bryan of Petersburg; sister, Rachel O’Bryan of Petersburg; paternal…

Kenneth F. Hill, age 79, died Wednesday October 5th at St. Elizabeth Health Care, Edgewood. He was a resident of Florence. Ken was a retired business repairman with Cincinnati Bell, a veteran of the United States Navy, and a loyal member of St. Paul Church in Florence. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Margaret…

Perry “Duke” L. Austin, 89, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday October 4, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Duke was employed for 25 years at Wiedeman Brewery. Duke was past president of Campbell County Kawanis, a member of Cincinnati Associate Police Captains, Kentucky Colonel, Kentucky Admiral, Former secretary and treasurer of Cincinnati…

Vernon Leroy Register Jr., 69, passed away Thursday, September 29 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. He was a principal, teacher, and coach, and employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. He was a graduate of Jacksonville University and Western Carolina University , as well as a passionate sailor and avid golfer. He was…

Ruth Mary Due, age 95 , died Wednesday September 28th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice. She was a resident of Edgewood. She was a retired seamstress and a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Survivors include her daughters Linda Pence of Williamstown, Bonnie Wessendorf of Florence, Debbie Buechel of Edgewood; sons Larry Due of…

Kathleen Ann Brennen, 44, of Hebron, KY passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at University Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. Kathleen, a U.S. Army Veteran, worked as a technician for St. Bernard Soap Co. and was a volunteer scuba diver at the manatee exhibit for the Cincinnati Zoo. She is survived by her children Megan Grizzell…

Louis “Lou” F. Ruedebusch, 67, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday September 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Lou was employed for 35 years with TWA and is a U.S Army veteran. He is survived by his wife Gail Ruedebusch of Erlanger, KY, son Louie Ruedebusch of Cincinnati, OH, daughter Katrina Dudek…

Mary A. (Maytan) Swofford, 87, of Erlanger, KY, passed away Saturday September 24, 2011 at Villa Springs Nursing Facility in Erlanger, KY. Mrs. Swofford was a member of Northern Kentucky Democratics Club, the past President of Ralph Fulton Post 6423 Womens Auxillary, a Member of Mary Queen of Heaven Parish, a member of American Legion…

John Manderschied, 40, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, September 21st. Mr. Manderschied was self-employed, a wrestling coach at Conner High School, an exemplary marine who served with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines in Operation Desert Storm. He received many awards and medals, was an avid boxer, a 1989 graduate of Taylor High School.…

Bruce Paul Mullan, 85, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, September 21st. He was a retired corporate materials manager and served in U. S. Navy during World War II. He also founded the Aids Volunteers of Northern Kentucky, and volunteered at AVOC and St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He was preceded in death by his…

William Kirtley (Bill) McBee, Sr., 78, of Burlington, died on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at his residence. He was a Commercial Realtor with First Commercial Realty, a former Kentucky State Representative, a 1954 graduate of Georgetown College, and an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. His son, Stephen L. McBee, died previously. Survivors include his…

Sandy Jean Kline Fultz, 57, of Union, KY passed away Tuesday September 20, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence. Sandy worked at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in security and in the retail areas. She is survived by her husband Paul Fultz of Union, KY, a sister Sharon White of Otway, OH, and a…

Thomas W. Zimmer,79 of Lakeside Park, KY, died peacefully Saturday at his home. He was Dealer Principal of Zimmer Chrysler Jeep, formerly Mall Chrysler Jeep. He took over the dealership from his father, Ed Zimmer in 1958 and remained active in the business till his death. He was a lifelong member of Blessed Sacrament parish,…

Ruby Stewart, 85, of Cold Spring, formerly of Vevay, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 17th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Stewart was a longtime employee of Durkee Foods and recently celebrated her 65th wedding anniversary. She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Stewart. She is survived by her husband, Elbert…

MUNDELEIN- Leslie Ann Walz, 42, formerly of Erlanger, KY, went to be with the Lord on September 15th in Vernon Hills, IL. Leslie was a very loving, caring, special and amazing person that loved her family and friends with all of her heart. She worked for W.W. Grainger for 9 years. Beloved daughter of Paul…

Cynthia Marie Robinson (nee Carroll), 52, of Erlanger, passed away on Wednesday, September 15th at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Sybil Carroll. She is survived by her husband, Eric Lane Robinson of Erlanger; her daughters, Amber Woosley of Florence, Jade Woosley of…

Sister Ruth Yost, OSB, died peacefully, Tuesday, Sept. 13 at St. Walburg Monastery, Villa Hills at age 86. A Benedictine sister for over 61 years, Sr. Ruth served as prioress of the community, teacher, nurse and assistant administrator of Madonna Manor. Her sister, Joan and brother, Joseph preceded her in death. Sr. Ruth is survived…

Blaine J. Edmonds, age 76 and a resident of Petersburg , diedyesterday September 12th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. Hewas retired from Cincinnati Bell after 40 years of service. Blaine is survivedby his wife Barb of Petersburg; 3daughters Gloria Robinson of Southgate,Theresa Payne of Covington , and TammyPlagge of Clearwater ,Florida; 4 sons Blaine Jr.…

Joyce Ann Scudder (nee Brigmon), 76, cherished wife of Edwin F. Scudder for 46 years, passed away September 10th, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. She was a resident of Villa Springs and former resident of Ludlow, Ky where she and her husband operated “Joyceramics”. Joyce was preceded in death by her son William J.…

Virginia M., 80, of Florence, KY passed away Saturday September 10, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. Mrs. Hensley worked as a teacher with Head Start in Harlan, KY for 10 years and after retirement worked as a nursing assistant at Victory Park Nursing Home in Norwood, OH for 10 years. She is survived by…

Kyle Edward Ginnever, age 22, died September 2, 2011 in Lexington , Ky. He was a student at Bluegrass Community Technical College. Kyle loved the outdoors and bluegrass music. He is survived by his parents Michael and Sharon Ginnever of Union; his brother Brent Ginnever of Union; grandfather John Ginnever of Des Moines, Iowa; 2…

Mary Lou Taylor, 62, passed away Friday September 2, 2011 at her Walton, KY residence. She is survived by her husband K.C.S. Taylor of Walton, KY, sister Sue Wright of Florence, KY, brother Boyd Coots Jr. of Williamstown, KY, and son Thomas Brewer of Waynesville, NC. Cremation will take place at Linnemann Family Funeral Home…

Fern Moore Schweer, 92, of Erlanger, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood on Thursday, September 1st. She was a teacher at the Whittier School in Price Hill for 21 years. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, a member of the St. Mary’s Ladies Society of Blessed Sacrament, a…

Phillip Timothy Duncan, 51, passed on Thursday, September 1st, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood. He was a home builder and past president of the Northern Kentucky Home Builder’s Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Duncan. He is survived by his wife, Janet Duncan (Berling) of Covington; his son,…

FLORENCE- Luke Patrick Murray, 53, passed away September 1st 2011 at his home in Florence. He worked as a route manager for Derringer Food Service in Cincinnati for 10 years. Luke was in the Sigma Nu Fraternity while attending the University of Kentucky and a member of Knox Presbyterian Church in Hyde Park. Survivors include…

Howard W. McKenney, 92, of Elsmere, KY passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at Woodcrest Manor in Elsmere, KY. Mr. McKenney was retired from American Airlines. He served in the U.S Army during WWII and was a prisoner of war. Howard is survived by his children Carolyn Gadker of Erlanger, KY, Beverly Groeshen (Jim) of…

Mary Ann Galliher, 74, of Independence, KY passed away at St Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. She was a long time employee of the corporate offices of JC Penny and a member of St Barbara Catholic Church where she taught CCD classes. She is survived by her husband Jack Galliher of Independence;…

Oscar Earl Smith, 94, passed away peacefully Monday August 29th at Woodcrest Manor Nursing Home. He worked for 40 years at General Electric retiring as a plant manager and continued as a consultant for overseas plant development. He was a charter member of Erlanger Lions Club, longtime volunteer for United Ministries, Habitat for Humanity, Welcome…

Evelyn Greenwade Ensor, 77, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Sunday, August, 28th, 2011, at the St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. Evelyn spent her life teaching. After graduating from Mt. Sterling High School in 1951, she received her teaching degree in Home Economics from the University of Kentucky. Evelyn came to Lloyd Memorial High School in…

Lindsay Cardwell, Jr., 84, of Erlanger, died Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Emeritus of Edgewood. He was a switchman for the L & N Railroad in Latonia, an Army veteran of World War II, a member of the Erlanger Baptist Church, a volunteer at Senior Services of Northern Ky. in Elsmere, and a Kentucky Colonel.…

Gena Elizabeth Spaulding, 30, Erlanger, was born to eternal life August 22 2011. She is preceded in death by her grandparents Bea and Bill Lockhorn. Survivors include her parents Jane and Dave Spaulding, sister Julie (Matt) King, brothers Brett (Angela) Spaulding and Adam (Annie Buechel) Spaulding. Grandparents Juanita and Earl Spaulding. Aunts and Uncles Bill…

Betty Jobe, 65, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Monday, August 22nd at her home. Mrs. Jobe worked at the Sky Chef at the Airport and at the Speak Easy in Crescent Springs. She is survived by her daughter Vickie Peters (Ken) of Florence, her friend Zimmy, her brothers George Hall of Villa Hills, John…

Arthur “Art” Edward Schutte, 69, of Union, passed away on Sunday, August 21st at his residence. He was the Director of Business Development and Financial Planning for International Theme Park Services. He was a graduate of the University of Cincinnati and an avid fan of the Bearcats and Highlands Football team. He is preceded in…

Erica Ehlman, 20, of Erlanger passed away Sunday August 21, 2011 at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Erica is survived by her mother Barb Ehlman of Erlanger; father Rick Ehlman of Edgewood, and stepmother Dwana Ehlman of Edgewood; brothers Sean Ehlman of Erlanger; Matt Ehlman of Erlanger Bryan Ehlman of Erlanger; stepbrother Trey Evans of Edgewood;…

William J. “Bill” Doyle Sr., 84, of Florence, passed away on Saturday, August 20th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Doyle. He is survived by his son, William Doyle Jr. (Kathy) of Brandon, FL, his daughters, Katie Weber (Ken) of Cleves, OH, Peggy Ihlendorf (Bill) of…

Sophia Combs Bonnett, 88, passed away August 16, 2011 at her residence in Florence, KY. She is survived by her son Philip Combs (Margaret) of Florence, KY, sisters Beulah Little of Middletown, OH, and Grace Roberta Smith of Lebanon, OH, and a sister-in-law Wilma Jean Johnson (Abe) of Lexington, KY. Sophia was preceded in death…

Claire Lauraine Ratliff, beloved mother and grandmother, 80, of Erlanger, KY passed away Sunday August 14, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. Claire retired as a manager for the Internal Revenue Service after over 25 years of service. She was also a long standing member of the Ralph Fulton VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Ratliff is…

Walter George Ornella Sr., 90, died Saturday, August 13th, 2011 . Beloved spouse of Mary Margaret Ornella (Goderwis-Torline). He was preceded in death by Viola Ornella (McCord). Devoted father of Walter Jr. (Becky), John (Helen), Barry Ornella, Linda (Kent) Davidson, Donna (Dennis) Gray, and Ann (John) Hughes. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 11…

Janet Coldiron, age 69 , died Saturday August the 13th at her Florence residence. She was the owner of the Finish Line Restaurant & Bar in Florence. She is survived by 4 sons James Snelling of Florence, Robert Snelling of Ludlow, Greg Snelling of Richmond and Daniel Snelling of Independence; 3 daughters Sue Frilling of…

Louise Celine Pickett, 86, of Florence KY, passed away at St Elizabeth Hospital, Florence on Wednesday, August 10, 2011. She was a homemaker and a member of St Paul Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband of 66 years William E. Pickett of Florence,; her daughters, Margaret Beckerich of Florence, Linda Browning of Falmouth,…

Roger Clay Brockman, 71, of Hebron, KY passed away Wednesday August 10, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Brockman was a retired sales representative for Procter & Gamble and worked part-time for BAWAC. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and Fr. Bealer Council 3908 Knights of Columbus. He…

Jennifer Zimmer, 29, of Edgewood, passed away on Monday, August 8th at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Jennifer was a leader with the Kenton County 4H program, a full time student at Northern Kentucky University, and a very ecology minded person. Jennifer is survived by her daughter, Jessy Zimmer, her father Edward Zimmer, and her mother…

Ricardo Ellick Sr., 49, of Florence, passed away on Monday, August 8th, at his residence. He was a Union organizer and treasurer, a member of the Carpenters Union, and a Free Mason. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph San-Frantello and Doris Irene Ellick. He is survived by his wife, Rae Jean (Collins)…

Ricardo Ellick Sr., 49, of Florence, passed away on Monday, August 8th, at his residence. He was a Union organizer and treasurer, a member of the Carpenters Union, and a Free Mason. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph San-Frantello and Doris Irene Ellick. He is survived by his wife, Rae Jean (Collins)…

Gladys Marie Servizzi, 86 of Florence, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2011 at St Elizabeth Florence. She was a retired caterer for Birdies Deli and a member of Florence Christian Church. Gladys was preceded in death by her husband Julius Servizzi; her sisters, Charlene Chard and Dolores Mastin; her brother, Gilbert Steidle; and a great-grandson.…

Mildred Reed Hicks, 87, of Burlington, a longtime homemaker, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, August 2nd. Mrs. Hicks was preceded in death by her husband Clarence Hicks, and by her son James C. Hicks. She is survived by her daughter, Gloria Jean Shelton (J.D.) of Burlington, her son Michael R. Hicks (Candy) of…

Jordan R. Risheberger, age 21 died Monday August 1st. He was a cook at Bob Evans and a resident of Florence. Survivors include his parents Jeff & Patty Risheberger of Florence; his sister Brittany Lipscomb of Florence; his maternal grandparents Stan and Sandy Martin of Independence and his many aunts and uncles. A memorial visitation…

Mary Catherine, 85 died Friday July 29, 2011 at Florence Park Care Center, Florence Ky. She was preceded in death by her husband John Kennedy. She is survived by sons Michael Kennedy of Batavia, OH, Danny and Dennis Kennedy of Ft. Mitchell, KY, Kevin Kennedy of Warsaw, KY, Tim Kennedy of Edgewood, KY, Pat Kennedy…

Mary Jo (Mitchell), 59, died Thursday July 28th at her residence. She worked at R.A. Jones as a computer programmer. Preceded in death by her parents Jewel and Mary Mitchell. Survivors include her previous husband Leroy McKinley, son Joseph McKinley, daughters Julie and Amanda McKinley, step-daughter Theresa (Don) McIntosh, grandchildren Kayden McIntosh, Katelin McKinley and…

James “Jim” Edward Mann, 56, of Covington, died on Sunday, July 24th. He was a maintenance worker for the city of Covington. He was preceded in death by his parents, E. Bryce and Marjorie Mann. He is survived by his daughters, Emily and Alison Mann of Williamstown, KY; his sister, Shirley Martin of Fairmont, WV;…

Charlotte Haynes, 90, of Erlanger, KY passed away Friday, July 22, 2011 at Carmel Manor in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was a school teacher for 25 years with a majority of those years spent teaching at A. J. Lindeman Elementary School in Erlanger. Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband Wilbur Thomas Owen in…

John F., Jr., 87 years old of Erlanger, died on Friday, July 22, 2011 at his residence. He was a marketing executive with Cincinnati Bell/AT&T; a World War II Navy veteran who received the Distinguished Flying Cross and five Air Medals; a former member of Elsmere City Council; a member of Covington Catholic High School…

Colleen, age 50, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Christ Hospital, Cincinnati. She was an administrative assistant with John Gray Awards in Cincinnati; and an avid dart player. Her father, Eugene Kenney, died previously. Survivors include her: loving companion, Rich Chipman of Cincinnati; mother, Patricia A. (Kramer) Kenney of Park Hills;…

Mabel Lustenberg, age 96 and a resident of Boone County,died July 19th at Gallatin Health Care Center. She was a homemaker.Survivors include her son Jerry Lustenberg of Burlington; 4 grandchildren and 7great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held 10:00a.m Monday July 25that Linnemann Funeral Home, Burlington. There is no visitation. Burial will be in…

Emma Mae “Kitty” Tucker, age 82 and a resident of Burlingtondied Sunday at St. Elizabeth Healthcare South. She was a homemaker . She is survived by her husband Raymond Tucker of Burlington,Ky ; 3 sons Alpha (Buddy) Rogers of Ft. Mill , SC. , Edward Rogersof Burlington,Ky; Richard Rogers of Belleview, Ky; 1 daughter Laura…

Frank Bigham, age71 of Ryland Heights, passed away July 16 at St. Elizabeth, Edgewood. He is the retired owner of a catering service and loved classic cars. Frank is survived by his wife Deanna, (Dee) of Ryland Heights, 9 children, and 24 grandchildren. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a memorial visitation; 1-4pmThursday July…

Ralph B.Bogenschutz, age 80, died July 14th at Rosedale Manor. He was a resident of Covington. Ralph was a calculator for Turfway Park and in the past has worked for the FBI and General Electric. Survivors include 3 sons Ralph B.Bogenschutz III of Denver, Colorado; John Bogenschutz of Davenport, Florida;Peter Bogenschutz of Salt Lake City,…

Patricia, 72, of Erlanger, KY passed away Saturday July 9, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She was a homemaker and member of St. Henry Church in Elsmere, KY where she volunteered in many different areas of the church and school. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband Edward A. Ober in 2001, her mother…

Jack, 89, of Cincinnati passed away Friday July 8, 2011 at the VA Community Living Center in Ft. Thomas, KY. Jack was a WWII United States Marine Corp Veteran. He is survived by his three nieces Betty Sanders, Judy Barnett, Terri Smith, and nephew Louis G. Fey Jr. Jack was preceded in death by his…

Rodney “Donnie” Britt, 47, of Florence, passed away on July 8th at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. Donnie was a martial arts expert and instructor, an avid fisherman, played the keyboard, bass and guitar, was a skilled artist, and devoted to his cats. He is survived by his Father, Ronnie and Barbara Britt of Florence, his…

Carl, 77, died Thursday July 7th at Emeritus of Edgewood. He retired from Western Electric after 32 years of service and was a member of Florence Baptist at Mt. Zion. He was preceded in death by sons Ronnie and Jimmy. Survivors include his wife of 60 years Darlene Caudill (Hedrick) of Florence, sons Carl R.…

Harry Johnson Jr., 91, of Cincinnati, OH passed away Wednesday July 6, 2011 at Christ Hospital. Mr. Johnson was a retired Plant Manager for Cooper Electric. Harry was an Army Veteran and served in the South Pacific during WWII. He was also an outstanding High School and College Athlete. He is survived by his Wife…

John T. “Jack” Wettig, 93, formerly of Elsmere, passed away on Monday, July 4th, at the Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. Mr. Wettig was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of Shriners, a retired postal employee, a long-time Reds fan, and a member of Erlanger Baptist Church. He was preceded in death b y his…

Tom O’Daniel, age 92, died July 4th, 2011, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. Tom was a resident of Florence and former owner of Florence Nursery. He was very active in the community and a long time parishioner of St. Paul Church. Survivors include 3 daughters Kathy Bolte of Florence, Barb Brown of Burlington, Shelly Lenhof…

Richard W. 57, of Erlanger died Sunday July 3, 2011 at Saint Elizabeth Hospice in Fort Thomas. He was Owner and Operator of The T-Shirt Company in Cincinnati and a distributer for Pepperidge Farms. He also served the Erlanger Fire Department and the citizens of Erlanger as a Volunteer Firefighter for 25 years. Survivors include…

Jerry Allen Morris, age 57, of Walton, Kentucky died Saturday July 2nd at his residence. He was a disabled heating and air conditioning installer and maintenance technician. He was a member of Community Family Church. Survivors include his wife Pamela of Walton; 2 daughters Cynthia Dawn Morris of Walton and Michelle Dionne Callen of Walton;…