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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;…

Alice Garcia, 77, of Crescent Springs died Wednesday June 29, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family. She was a homemaker, Co- Editer of Crescent Springs Newspaper and a Member of Saint Joseph Church in Crescent Springs. Survivors include her daughters Victoria (Mark) Russo, Elisa (John) Joyce, Maria Garcia and Geri (Tom) Loos; sons…

Evelyn Martha Fogarty, 80, of Park Hills, KY passed away Tuesday June 28, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. Mrs. Fogarty retired after 20 years of service as City Clerk and Treasurer for the city of Park Hills, KY. She was a member of Northern Kentucky Municipal Clerks Association, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and Lydia…

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Barth-Pelley, 58, of Hebron, KY passed away Monday June 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Health Care in Edgewood. Peggy worked as an EMT for 10 plus years and was also a Mail Carrier for 18 Years. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, the Loyal Order of Moose Covington…

Carol Ann Long, 61, of Florence, passed away on Monday, June 27th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Carol was a longtime secretary for Judge Frohlich, and a member of St. Paul Church in Florence. She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Long of Florence, her daughters, Angie Kelsch (Rob) of Augusta, KY and Stephanie…

Erlanger-Betty J. Hembree nee Bundy, 82, died on June 27th at the Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. She was a member of the Erlanger Baptist Church, and she loved fishing and camping with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Mary Bundy, and her husband Caleb Hembree. She is survived…

Max J. Kanter, 82, of Burlington, died June 27, 2011 at Villa Springs Nursing Facility in Erlanger. He was the beloved husband of Harriet Kanter for 57 years. He was the devoted father of Gary Kanter (Kim) of Edgewood, Bryan Kanter (Janet) of Villa Hills, Kevin Kanter (Maria) of Villa Hills, and Scott Kanter (Laurie)…

Justin, you came into our lives by surprise. We were all so excited to have a new baby in our family! You have the best two big brothers a baby could ask for. They would always ask how big you were getting, and if you could hear them as they talked into mommy’s belly and…

Charlotte Ann Corken nee Kinley, 70, of Crestview Hills, died on Wednesday June 22nd at her residence. She was an avid gardener and homemaker. She is preceded in death by her 1st husband, Dewey Hansford, her 2nd husband, Donald Corken Sr., and her brother Richard Kinley. She is survived by her sons, Mark Hansford of…

Timothy B. (Tim ) Whyte, age 29, passed away June 22, 2011 at his Father and Mother-in –Law’s residence. Tim is survived by his wife Lisa of Hebron, son Blaise of Hebron, his father and mother Bruce and Hanya Whyte of Atlanta GA; Stepmother Kathy Whyte of Atlanta, GA; a brother Jeremy Whyte of Atlanta;…

Ariana Salerno, born on May 4, 2011, died suddenly at home at the age of 6 weeks on June 17th. She is survived by her parents Sarah Browning and Christopher Salerno of Latonia; maternal grandmother Lori Burton of Latonia; paternal grandmother Jennifer Stegman of Taylor Mill; an Aunt Jessica Lunsford of Taylor Mill and an…

Janice (Angel), of Crestview Hills, died Thursday June 16th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She retired from Proctor and Gamble after 37yrs. Janice volunteered with Summerfair, member of Anchor Baptist Church, West Hills Music Club, Delta Omicron Music Fraternity, and a member of Sweet Adelines. Survivors include her husband Donald Yost of Crestview Hills,…

Blanche M. Shields, 97, of Edgewood, KY passed away, at her daughter’s residence, Monday June 13, 2011. She was a waitress at Ft. Mitchell and Highland Country Clubs, a 1932 graduate of Notre Dame Academy, and a member of St. Pius X Church. Mrs. Shields is survived by her Son Kenney Shields (Marie) of Ft.…

William Kowalsky, age 92, died Sunday June 12th at Rosedale Manor. He was a retired carpenter and a proud United States Army veteran of WWII where he earned the Purple Heart and Silver Star awards. William was a resident of Florence. Survivors include his daughters Patricia Kowalsky of Florence; Joanne Kowalsky of New York, New…

Albert J Hadler Sr , 66 years old of Burlington, died unexpectedly on Friday June 10th in an automobile accident. He retired from Commonwealth Life Insurance Company. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert G. Hadler and Lorraine Hadler (nee La-Vanier). He is survived by his beloved wife Angela Hadler, daughter Amy Hahn…

Robert Francis “Bob” Strategier, 85, of Covington, KY passed away Sunday June 5, 2011 at St. Charles Care Center. Bob was an Army WWII Veteran and worked as a Supervisor for the Treasury Department Bureau of Public Debts in Parkersburg, WV and was a member of Mother of God Church. He is survived by a…

Robert G. Stevers 82, of Erlanger died Saturday June 4, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood, Ky. He was a coordinator for Triumph Energy, member of Catholic Order of Foresters, Lloyd Boosters and very active with coaching Knothole baseball years ago. His wife Antionette Stevers died previously. He is survived by sons Joseph (Sherry) Stevers…

Susan Myers Morrison, age 77, of Edgewood, Ky., died on Friday, June 3, 2011 at her residence. Survivors include her husband, Jim Morrison, of 58 years; daughters, Jenny M. Beck of Edgewood, Becky M. (Steve) Yenser of Marietta, GA., Sally M. (Jerel) Treas of Lakeside Park; sons, Steve (Ann’g) Morrison of Edgewood, and Jeff (Lisa)…

Michael D. Martin 58, died Monday May 30, 2011, at University Hospital. He was a retired Stationary engineer for Northern Kentucky University. He was a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America and a volunteer for the Veterans Hospital of Cincinnati. He is survived by his wife Terri Martin, son Ian Martin of Silver Grove,…

Julia Mae (nee Herrmann) Markesbery, age 90, of Erlanger, Ky., died on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at St. Charles Care Center, Covington. She was a homemaker, a member of St. Henry Parish, and a member of the Edgewood Homemakers. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Russell Markesbery; and her son, James Richard…

Desiree Ann Baker, 39, passed away at her Crittenden, KY residence on Saturday May 28, 2011. She is survived by her Husband Ron Baker, Sister Mary Haines, Brothers Eddie and David Haines, Nephew Jonathan Haines, and Foster Parents Anne and the late Gene Middlekamp. A Memorial Visitation will be held Sunday June 5, 2011 2pm…

William J. “Bill” Bohl, 36, passed away on Saturday, May 28th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mr. Bohl was a police officer with the Walton Police department, a police detective with the Cold Spring Police Department, a Kentucky Colonel, a member of the American Police Officers’ Hall of Fame, a member of the Paralyzed…

Joyce M. McGrath, 76, of Independence, died Friday, May 27, 2011 at her residence. She was a business manager for Family Services of Cincinnati. Survivors include her: husband, Daniel McGrath; daughters, Jane Smith of Forest, Ontario, Brenda Stewart of California, KY, Jill Mardis of Owenton, Linda Cole of Weaver, AL; sons, Patrick McGrath of Boston,…

Jackie Kasten, 85, formerly of Florence, passed away in Sidney, Ohio on Friday, May 27th. Mrs. Kasten, was a member of St. Paul Church in Florence, a member of the American Legion, the VFW Auxiliary, and Past State President of the VFW. She was preceded in death by her husband William. She is survived by…

Virginia B. (Ginny), 94, formerly of Mt. Airy, Ohio, died Friday, May 27, 2011 at Rosedale Manor in Covington. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Marosi; and brother, Joseph Brophy. Survivors include her: brother, Leo J. Brophy, Sr. of Ft. Wright; sister, Jane B. Donadio of Park Hills; numerous nieces and nephews.…

Dolores L. Garrett, 81, of Erlanger, passed away on Thursday, May 26th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Mrs. Garrett worked with the Boone County School System and was a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Parish in Erlanger. She was preceded in death by her husband Ed in 2008. She is survived by her…

Gertrude Schuld, age 83 and a resident of Florence, died Thursday May 26th at Carmel Manor in Ft. Thomas. She was a retired executive secretary and a home maker. Gertrude was a member of St. Timothy Church in Union. Survivors include her husband Matthew Schuld of Florence; 2 daughters Donna Ammerman of Florence and Anne…

Joseph Ernest Abell, 88, died May 25, 2011 at his home in Villa Hills. He was a retired plumbing Inspector for the State of Kentucky and a veteran of World War ll. He was a member of the Local Pipefitters Union 107 and active in square dancing clubs throughout Northern Kentucky. His wife Velma died…

FLORENCE- Mildred Elizabeth Marshall, 88, died May 23rd at Emeritus Assisted Living in Edgewood. She was a housekeeper with St Charles Care Center for 18 years. She was also a member of Florence United Methodist Church, Ralph Fulton VFW and St Henry Senior Citizens. Preceded in death by her husband Bernard Marshall in 2005. Survivors…

Wayne T. Farrar, age 82, died Sunday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. He was a resident of Burlington and a member of Bullittsville Christian Church. Wayne was the former director of Camp Ernst for the YMCA and proud Army veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents Alvin and Gladys as well as his…

Richard O. Yelton, 59, passed away on Saturday, May 21st . Richie was active in the high school plays at Red Bank Catholic High School in Red Bank, NJ. He starred in Guys and Dolls, Finnian’s Rainbow, and Annie Get Your Gun. Following high school he attended St. Mary’s Seminary School in Kentucky, then the…

John J. Henderson Jr., 57, died on Saturday May 21st, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood. He worked for EMD as a Supervisor for manufacturing 2nd shift for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Henderson Sr., and his mother, Mary Eileen Devine . He is survived by his…

Barbara (Bobbie) Goodin 77 of Burlington, KY passed away at the Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, surrounded by her family on May 19, 2011. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, of 58 years, Carl, son Carl Jr., (Vicki), daughter, Jennifer (Greg) Neal, grandchildren, Jessica, Vince, Katelyn, and Brett. She is also survived by her loving…

Bruce P. Lay, Sr., 65, of Florence, Ky., died Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at his residence. He was a truck driver for Brinks Inc.; and a former member of the Florence Elks Lodge 314. He was preceded in death by his step-son, Todd Baker; brother, Pete Lay; and grandson, Wyatt Stanley. Survivors include his: wife,…

Mark K. Benson, 45, passed away at his Covington, KY residence Monday May 16, 2011. He is survived by his Children Kyle Benson, Noah Ward-Benson, Brennan Ward-Benson, and Katy Benson, Sisters Alison Benson and Lisa Benson, Brother Clay Benson, Step-Mother Jean Benson, and Step-Sisters Lisa Gesenhues and Krista Tepe. Mark was preceded in death by…

Glenn George Swikert, 85, of Edgewood, KY passed away Wednesday May 11, 2011 at his residence. Mr. Swikert was an Automatic Control Engineer with Proctor and Gamble Food Packaging Plant for 35 years. He was a WWII Navy veteran and a member of St. Pius X Church, Boston Terrier Club, American Legion, American Rose Society,…

Virginia Marie Stapleton, 92, died Tuesday May 10, 2011 at Woodcrest Manor Nursing Home in Erlanger. She was a Seamstress with Magliana Pant Shop for 46 years and a member of Erlanger Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her brother James Stapleton. Visitation will be held Thursday May 12th from 11am to 12pm…

Rosemary Mathis, 85, of Union, Ky, passed away on Sunday,May 8, Mother’s Day. During her finalfew days she was surrounded by all 10 of her children, many of her grandchildren,and other family members and friends. Much of the time those around her joined hands and prayed the Hail Mary,her favorite prayer. She was preceded indeath…

Richard O. Stevenson, 68, of Edgewood, Ky., died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. Above all, Richard loved his Lord. He was a claims adjuster for State Farm Insurance Company in Northern Kentucky, Metro Insurance Company, Covington, and Grange Insurance Company in Cincinnati. He was a painter and a philosopher. He was…

Daniel P. Cahill, 54, of Lakeside Park, formerly of Verona, passed away on Friday, May 6th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Dan was the consummate husband and father, directing all of his life’s activities around his family. He was an engineer with Lexmark in Lexington, KY for 31 years, an avid woodworker, coached Little…

Cynthia M. Scott, age 49 died May 3rd at St. Elizabeth, Florence. She was a resident of Belleview. Cynthia was survived by her parents Sebern & Agnes Scott of Belleview; 2 sisters Kathie Scott and Martha Wood of Belleview; 2 brothers Bobby and Jim Scott of Belleview; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was…

Terresa Germann ,52, of Erlanger, KY died on Monday May 2nd at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. She was preceded in death by her parents Clifford Nash and Dorothy Nash (Johnson), and her brother Mike Nash. Survivors include her husband, Jeff Germann of Erlanger; her daughters, Kristi (Dan)Niceley of Elsmere, Erin (Dustin) Fulmer of Florence, and…

Andrew J. (Drew) Kordenbrock, II, 19, of Florence, Ky., died Monday, May 2, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood. He was a salesman for TruGreen ChemLawn, Florence. Survivors include his: mother, Stephanie (Dunhoft) Kordenbrock of Florence; father and step-mother, Andy and Jennifer Kordenbrock of Independence; sisters, Natalie Kordenbrock of Florence, Chelsea Rider of Richmond, Ky.,…

Richard Joseph O’Donnell, passed peacefully from his life of service into Christ’s arms at 0300 EDT at St. Elizabeth’s Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. Dick was born in New Orleans, LA on September 21, 1927, and married his wife, Peggy, of 47 years, on July 17, 1954. He follows his wife who passed away, April…

Robert “Bob” V. Skidmore, 68, of Burlington, KY, passed away Friday April 29, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Mr. Skidmore was a member of Hebron Baptist Church, a United States Air Force Veteran, in the Florence Community Chorus, and formerly served on the Boone County Water Rescue. He is survived by his wife…

Jeffrey LeNeave, 50, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Thursday, April 28th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mr. LeNeave was an Instructor/Evaluator Pilot in the Air Force, a pilot for Delta Airlines, an Eagle Scout, and the consummate father and husband. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Charles Douglas LeNeave. He…

COMBS Gem Marie Combs (Reckers) 51, of Florence, KY passed away at her residence on Wednesday, April 27th, 2011. Married to the love of her life, Joseph M. Combs for 31 years. Loving mother to daughter Nicole Sturdivant (Ira), and son Matthew Combs (Jamie). Devoted Nana to Mikiah and Jozee Sturdivant, Cody, Abby, and Blake…

WELCH Lyle E. Welch, 83, of Ft. Mitchell, KY passed away Wednesday April 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. Mr. Welch formerly served as City Councilman for North Richlandhills, TX, manager of FFE in Ft. Worth, TX, and did consulting for many companies. He was a Navy WWII veteran and served on the Haverfield.…

MEYER- Jerome F. Meyer, 88, of Ft Wright, passed away on Monday April 25th, at his residence. He was a veteran of World War II. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and other decorations. He was a founder of the Dutchman’s Rod and Gun Club and enjoyed gardening on the…

David Alan Brink, 30, passed away peacefully on April 24th surrounded by his family. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt and was employed at Dick’s Sporting Goods for 9 years. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Dick Goessling. Survivors include his parents William and Joyce (Goessling) Brink of…

–Earl Max Wilson, age 85 died Sunday April 24th at his residence in Burlington, Ky. He was a retired plant manager and Purchasing Agent for Dover Elevator Company. He was a proud WWII veteran of the Army Air Corps and a farmer. Survivors include his wife

Ruth Evelyn “Umpty” Depenbrock, 85, passed away on Saturday April 23rd, at Emeritus Senior Living in Edgewood. Mrs. Depenbrock was a vibrant woman who was involved in many volunteer activities in her community. She volunteered in many endeavors at St. Paul Church in Florence, was a long time volunteer at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, a…

Reid Morgan Burrows 23, of Kettering, Ohio died Thursday, April 20, 2011 at the Hospice Care Center in Dayton, Ohio. He worked for Donatos Pizza in Kettering, Ohio He leaves his beloved, Lindsey(nee:Palm) Palm Burrows of Kettering, Ohio. Mother Julie Carter of Florence, Ky, father Robert Burrows of Indianapolis, Ind, and sister Laura Burrows of…

James E. Craven Jr.73, of Florence, died Monday April 18, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood, Kentucky. He was a retired excursion river boat captain for over 25 years and served in the Air National Guard. He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years Lee Craven, beloved father of sons James Craven lll…

Mary Lucille “Sue” Zimmerman, nee Kunkel, formerly of Erlanger, passed away on Monday, April 18, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood, Kentucky. She was 79. Sue was a strong, witty, humorous, beautiful, trustworthy, kind, full-of-life, caring role model and protector for her family as well as a devout Catholic. Mrs. Zimmerman was preceded in…

Donald J Romer, 72, died Sunday April 17th at Emertius Nursing Hone in Edgewood. He was a member of St Agnes parish in Ft Wright. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Romer in 2004. Survivors include his brothers Lawrence Romer of Cincinnati OH, Roger Romer of Findlay OH and Michael Romer of…

Henrietta “Hank” Ailstock, 69, of Covington passed away Sunday, April 17th, at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Ft. Thomas. She was a nursing aid for 25 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burley Ailstock Sr.; her parents, Henry Ben Herindon and Emma Alice Herindon (Traylor); and her sister, Florence Humphries. Survivors include her daughter,…

David S. Kadetz, 70, passed away Saturday April 16, 2011 at his residence in Florence, KY. Mr. Kadetz was the owner and operation of Izzy’s Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. David was the past president of the Cincinnati Athletic Club. He is survived by his Wife Deanna Parobeck Kadetz, Children Becky Kadetz (Lance), Josh…

James E. “Jim” Moss, 63, of Florence, passed away on Thursday, April 14th at his home. Mr. Moss is survived by his wife Paula Moss of Florence, his daughter Bridgette Wilson (Andy) of Florence, his son Casey Moss (Karen) of Perth, Australia, a sister Donna Hafer of Burlington, brothers Bob Moss of Burlington and John…

Bruce Mann, age 55, died Sunday April 10th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a resident of Florence, KY. Bruce was a truck driver for Trio Express and a member of Burlington First Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife Lynn of Florence; daughters Ashley (Michael) Clos of Covington and Tiffany Mann of Florence;…

James E Eckerle, 67, died Sunday April 10th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Ft Thomas. He was a Roadway Truck Driver for many years. Jim was a very loving husband for 17 years and enjoyed many things but none more than his grandchildren Nolan, Nikki, Paige and Brittany. Jim was an active member of AA…

Catherine McKean, age 94 and a resident of Burlington, Kentucky died April the 9th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was a homemaker and formerly from Osceola Mills , PA where she was active in the Rosary Society of Immaculate Conception Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign War. Survivors include a…

Martha Ellis Craft, 90, formerly of DuBois, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2011 at her daughter’s home in Florence, KY. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry E. Craft Sr., the loving mother of William Ellis, Hallie Sawyer, Harry Craft Jr., Charles Craft, and Minerva Heuer. She is also survived by 17…

Thomas George Willen, 48, of Crittenden, KY passed away Friday April 1, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. He was a Supervisor for BLS Trucking. Mr. Willen is survived by his Mother JoAnn Willen, Brothers John Willen, Jeff Willen, Bill Willen, and Steve Stoddard, Sisters Tina Glazell, and Joyce Green, 10 Nieces and Nephews and…

Arthur Kegel, age 70 and a resident of Walton, KY died March 31st at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice in Edgewood. He was the Chief Pilot for ASTAR, USA LLC. Arthur was a retired LT. Colonel in the United States Air Force and a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica in Covington. Survivors include his wife…

Ron Wilson, 76, of Florence, KY and former resident of North Bend, OH, died Thursday, March 31st at the Batavia Nursing Care Center. He was a retired regional sales manager for Lever Brothers. Ron was a member of the American Legion, St. Barbara’s Parish and a Navy veteran. He was preceded in death by his…

Otis Harold Hoskins Sr. 83, of Florence, died Wednesday March 30, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was retired from the Kentucky Cabinet for Human Resources. He was a Marine Corp veteran of World War ll and the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his wife Cleo Turner Hoskins He is survived by…

Marcella (nee Bauman) Volz, 97, died on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, in Union, Ky. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul Church, Florence. Her husband, David J. Volz, died previously. Survivors include her: daughter, Sally Ann (Ralph) Marsh of Erlanger; sons, Dave (Marita) Volz of Florence, Tom (Jayne) Volz of Florence, Jim…

FORT BRAGG N.C.- Specialist IV Kevin Joseph Gadker, 37, passed away Tuesday March 29th due to complications from a stroke at University of North Carolina Medical Center in Chapel Hill. Originally from the Northern Kentucky area and a graduate of Dixie Heights High School; Kevin was an active duty Army Soldier stationed in Fort Bragg…

Kenneth L. Nelms, 73, passed away on Tuesday March 29th, 2011 at Florence Care Center. He worked for the United States Posatl Service for over 30 years, retiring from his position as Manager of Personnel Services for Greater Cincinnati in 1992. He was preceded in death by his father, Royal Nelms, and his brother, Eddie…

Bernice Brinker, 73, of Elsmere, KY passed away Tuesday March 29, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. She was a Preschool Teacher with Little Red School House and a Homemaker. Mrs. Brinker is a member of St. Henry Church where she was very involved with CCD and Legion of Mary. She was a Girl Scout…

Robert L. “Bob” Creamer, 82, of Covington, passed away at his home on Monday, March 28th. Mr. Creamer was a member of St. Patrick Church in Covington, an avid bowler, water skier and boater. He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred Creamer in 2005. Mr. Creamer is survived by his sons: William Smith…

Bloomfield Hills MI- Donna J. Maki (nee Tubbs), 88, died Saturday March 26th at the home of her daughter in Cold Spring KY. She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Carl Maki and her son, Jon Eric Maki. She is survived by her daughters Krista Maki of Boca Raton FL and Susan Schmidt…

Robert G. (Bobby) Pope, 50, of Florence, Ky., died Saturday, March 26, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. He was a tow truck driver and supervisor for 32 years at Bob’s Towing Service, Florence. He coached baseball for Boone County Knothole and the Southwest Ohio League. His daughter, Amanda, died previously. Survivors include his: son,…

Charles Emery Smith, age 61, resident of Walton, Kentucky died March 26th at his residence. He was facility manager for Psion Teklogic Corporation. He was member of Union Baptist Church and a former resident of Erlanger. Survivors include his wife Beverly (nee Wright) of Walton; 1 son, Austin Smith of Walton; 1 daughter, Natalie Smith…

John Matthew Kotch, 91, died peacefully after a short illness on March 26, 2011. He was born on January 10, 1920 in Luzerne, Pennsylvania to John Thomas Kotch and Catherine Kapral Kotch. He graduated from Luzerne High School as valedictorian of his class. Furthering his education at Cornell University, he began a 43 year career…

Donald Calvin Fidler, 79, of Florence, died Friday, March 25, 2011 at Saint Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. He was an Army Veteran and retired from the National Security Agency, United States Government. His wife, Virginia (nee Palm) Fidler, sisters, Helen Fidler Bear, and Joan Ruburt, and son, Calvin Fidler, died previously. Survivors include his: daughters, Sheila…

Robert C. Martin Sr. 87, of Florence, died at home on Friday March 25, 2011. He was a veteran of World War 11 and was retired as Director of Administration of Boone County Fiscal Court. His son Robert “Chip” Martin Jr. died in 2010. He is survived by his wife Joann Martin of Florence, daughter…

Joyce Gaines (nee Castellow) , age 62, of Florence, KY passed away on March 21,2011. Survived by her husband of 44 years, Dennis; loving mother of Carole (Greg) Williamson, Brad (JJ) Gaines; sister of Robert Castellow. Also survived by two grandchildren, Laura Gaines and Christopher Williamson; her mother, Margie Castellow; and a host of friends…

Richard “Dick” Strickland, age 77, died Saturday March 19th at his residence in Florence, Ky. He was originally from Williamsville, NY. Dick was a retired manager for ITT and a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth “Liz” Strickland; a daughter Diane Strickland of Cleveland, Ohio; 2 sons Mark Strickland of…

Dolores R. Spille, 96, of Ft. Mitchell, died at Rosedale Manor on Saturday, March 19th. Mrs. Spille was a homemaker and a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell. She was a member of St. Mary’s Ladies Society, Ft. Mitchell Senior Citizen Group, St. Charles Auxiliary and the Benediction Guild. Mrs. Spille was preceded…

Rosemary N., 84, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday March 15, 2011 at her residence. She was a member of St. Henry Church in Elsmere and a member of the Women’s Club, at St. Henry. Mrs. Niehaus is survived by her children Theresa (Ken) Allen, Cynthia (Rick) Palmer, Robert (Renee) Niehaus Jr., Thomas (Judy) Niehaus,…

Imogene McCoy Deatherage 77, died Tuesday March 15, at her home in Edgewood, Ky. She was a self-employed beautician and lifelong member of Florence Baptist Church. Loving wife of 60 years of Delbert Deatherage of Edgewood, sons Steven Deatherage of St. John, Ind and David Deatherage of Louisville, beloved sister of Helen Reynolds of Florence…