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Ruth Margaret Schwarte, 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 18, 2022, at Village Care Center in Erlanger, KY.  Ruth was born in Covington, KY on October 26, 1925 to the late John and Clara Lehmkuhl.  She was a graduate of Notre Dame Academy and a member of St. Paul Church.  Ruth was active as…

Nancy Sue “Susie” Schatz of Burlington, Kentucky passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 at home with her family by her side. Susie was born in Covington, Kentucky on November 23, 1934.  Susie is preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ady (nee. Watson), and her brother, Joseph Schatz. She is survived by her siblings;…

Laura Katherine “Katie” Fitzgerald, 41, of Florence, KY passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022. She was born September 24, 1980 in Cincinnati, OH. Katie faced many struggles throughout her life; she had developmental delays and battled with seizures her entire life. Even with all of her struggles, Katie always had a positive attitude. She…

James Patrick O’Loughlin, 73, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. Pat was born on August 13, 1948, to the late Robert Michael O’Loughlin and Margaret (nee Curran). He graduated with a BS degree from Indiana State University in December 1973 after which he began his career in…

David R. Van Horn, 74, of Ryland Heights, KY passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Dave retired from Citizens Bank of Northern Kentucky after serving as President and CEO. He belonged to the Optimist Club in Newport, KY, and he was a member of St. Patrick Parish…

Scott Mills, 51, of Crescent Springs, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Scott was born October 8, 1970 in Morgantown, WV. If you knew Scott, you were well aware of his love for Christmas. It was his favorite time of the year; he and his…

Gary M. Rice, 76 of Burlington, passed away on February 14, 2022. Gary always attended church throughout his life and currently had been attending Crossroads Church. He loved all sports. Gary coached baseball, played golf, and always cheered for UK. Most of all, Gary loved his family. He always attended any events his family was…

Paul Joseph Tuemler, age 94, of Edgewood, Ky, formally of Falmouth, Ky, passed away on February 14, 2022.  Paul was born on February 23, 1927, to William and Estelle Tuemler in Cold Springs, Ky.  Paul was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Shirley Schmeusser Tuemler, and 9 siblings; (William, Rosemary, Estelle “Babe”, Elizabeth, Vernon…

John Anthony Ornella, 60, of Edgewood, KY passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 13, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. John retired from Mubea where he served as Division Controller. He was a graduate of University of Cincinnati and a proud CPA. John was selfless and always brought a laugh and smile in…

Ronald Bruce Harden, age 88 of Villa Hills, Kentucky passed away on Friday, February 11th, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky. Ronald was born to the late, Ernest and Rose Harden on October 9th, 1933 in Dayton, Kentucky. Ronald is preceded in death by his siblings; Linda, Shelia, and Ernest Jr. Harden. Ronald…

Elizabeth “Betty” Rogers passed away February 11, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. Betty was a lover of old classic movies, reading, coffee and snacks. She was a big animal lover and would take in any animals in need of help. Most of all she loved her family deeply. She was a great…

Dorothy “Dot” Greenwood, 75 of Florence, passed away surrounded by her family on February 10, 2022. Dot was very authentic and had a tremendous sense of humor. She was an extremely hard worker serving in the ICU, CCU, Psychiatric and home health areas of the nursing field for over 35 years. She enjoyed gardening, cooking,…

William “Bill” Hogan, age 75 of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, February 10th, 2022. Bill was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 18, 1946 to the Late William and Joyce Hogan. Bill enjoyed his job as the president of a manufacturing company for many years. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Jacqueline Hogan,…

Herbert “Herb” Spaeth, age 80 of Villa Hills, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, February 9th 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Erlanger.  Herb was born to the late Adolf and Matilda Spaeth in Braunlingen (Black Forest) Germany. He moved to Canada in 1959 with just $300.00 in his pocket. At age 27 he bought Melsness…

Donna Lee Cook, 75, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood, KY. She worked for the I.R.S. for several years as well as the Dixie Chili Parlor and Children’s Inc where she made lifelong friends. Though most of all, Donna was wonderful with children as she was the only…

Edward Lee Taphorn, 80, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. He worked as the Regional Manager for Liggett and Meyers Tobacco Company for 26 years and retired in 1996. He then worked to bring the Japan Tobacco Brand to the United States. He managed the sales force for…

Michael “Mike” Hill age 49 of Burlington, Kentucky sadly passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Mike was born in Covington, Kentucky on April 12, 1972 to the late Harley and Mary Hill. He was the baby of the family with six older siblings. He loved his family with all his heart. His wife, children,…

Eunice Sue Peare (nee Fancher), 50, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Eunice was a member of Sand Run Baptist Church, where she volunteered with children and served as the church secretary. She loved being a mom and she was known as someone who…

Tyler Bennett Gamm was born in Cincinnati Ohio on May 7, 1984. He died suddenly on February 8, 2022. He is survived by his father Tony Gamm and his wife Cathy, his mother Joyce Gamm and her life partner Ray Ridder. He is also survived by his brother Anthony Jordan (AJ) Gamm and his wife…

Howard Milner, 96, of Villa Hills, KY passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 surrounded by his loving family at Boone Springs in Union, KY. Mr. Milner was a retired Truck Driver with the Motor Freight Co. for 50 years. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy and was a longtime member of…

Barbara Rhodes Davis, 88 of Hebron, passed away February 7, 2022. She loved animals of all kinds and became an avid backyard birdwatcher of late. She will be missed by all as she had a great love for her family and friends. Barbara is survived by her daughter: Lynn (Rick) Phillips, and niece: Brenda Switalski…

Michelle Duncan, 67, of Flemingsburg, KY passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at UK Medical Center in Lexington, KY surrounded by her loving family. Michelle was a hairdresser with Super Cuts upon retiring. She was a devoted and loving mother who enjoyed art and loved being outside watching her children play. She had a…

Paula J. June, 62, of Florence, KY passed away peacefully on February 7, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY.  Paula was born in Cincinnati, OH on May 1, 1959 to the late Arthur and Audrey McElfresh.  She was loving homemaker that was a mom to everyone.  She especially loved knitting, listening to her…

Gretchen M. Bartley (nee Hartman), 73, of Florence, KY, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Gretchen was an Environmental Engineering Technician for the Kentucky Department of Environmental Protection for 28 years. She was a member of New Friends of Northern Kentucky, a volunteer for the Salvation Army,…

Patricia Ann Leiprecht, 74 of Dry Ridge, passed away February 6, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. She attended Free Holiness Pentecostal Church of God for many years and enjoyed traveling. Patricia loved holidays, especially Christmas and all the time with her family and grandkids. She was very strong in her faith and would…

John Bryan Holtzclaw, 55, of Hebron, KY passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, February 6, 2022. John was a Mainframe Systems Engineer for FIS for over 22 years. He was a member of Lakeside Presbyterian Church, where he was a deacon and a youth group advisor. John was an Eagle Scout, a lover of…

Carole Jean Liga, 77, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Charter Senior Living in Edgewood, KY. She was born and raised in Yonkers, NY where she became a teacher within the Yonkers Public School System. She was an avid golfer and loved the outdoors. She is survived by her daughter Noelle (Aaron) Asch, sister…

James “Jim” Carter Eck, 73, of Crestview Hills, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 3, 2022. Jim was born August 20, 1948 in Ashland, OH to the late James C. and Wanda Eck. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Marines Corps during the Vietnam War. Jim was a Purple…

Peggy Jill Belew (69) of Walton, KY passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2022 at her home.  She was born in Hamilton County, Ohio on May 11, 1952, daughter of the late Kenneth Eugene and Mildred Marie Bowen Belew. Peggy was a member of Anchor Baptist Church in Erlanger, Ky.  She graduated from Holmes High School…

Shannan Rhea Archer, 43, of Hebron, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 3, 2022. She was born April 27, 1978 in Augsburg, Germany in a U.S Army Hospital. Shannan was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend and her best memories were made with those she loved. She liked photography and taking family…

Ronald Davies Vickers, 52, passed away unexpectedly at his Covington, KY residence on Wednesday, February 2, 2022.  Ronald was born in Covington, KY on December 18, 1969 to the late Clifford and Sharon (Rabe) Vickers.  He was a 1987 graduate of Holy Cross High School and had a passion for fishing, the Cincinnati Reds, and…

Carol J. Shippe, 83, of Burlington, KY formerly of Lorain, OH passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Facility in Edgewood, KY. She was born June 30, 1938 in Lorain, OH to the late Wallace and Agnes Bates.  Carol was a former member of the Episcopal Guild at the Episcopal…

Sandra (Sandi) Brown Collis, 78, of Florence, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 30,2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY.  Sandi was born n in Cincinnati, OH on May 10,1943 to the late Charles E. and Marie (Trimble) Brown.  She was a 1961 graduate of Boone County High School.   Sandi worked for P&G,…

Elizabeth Ann Guy (nee Fitzgerald), 95, of Union, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Boonespring Care Center in Union, KY. Ann retired after 30 years, working as an administrative assistant for A.M. Kinney. She was also a member of Bookworms and a member of New Friends of Northern Kentucky. Ann leaves behind…

Sharon Lynn Linesch, (nee Ploeger), 83, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. She retired from Delta Airlines after 25 years of service. Sharon had a passion for animals, especially dogs and Hummingbirds. She was an avid football fan who loved the Cowboys and Bengals and enjoyed being involved in…

Sister Henrietta Seiler, OSB, died peacefully Sunday evening, January 30 at St. Walburg Monastery at age 94. A Benedictine sister for over 72 years, Sr. Henrietta served as a primary grade teacher at a number of schools in the Diocese of Covington, St. Peter & Paul, Danville, KY and at St. Patrick School, La Junta,…

Donald C. Westerkamp, 88, of Union, KY, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022 at The Seasons of Alexandria. Don was an aircraft mechanic for American Airlines and he was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was preceded in death by his parents Otto and Violet Westerkamp; his wife, Bettye Westerkamp; his son,…

*****SERVICE DATE CHANGED*******   Robert L. Walton, 88 of Burlington, passed away January 29, 2022. Robert was born and raised in Burlington, Kentucky. He proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict while being stationed in Germany. Robert was a man of many gifts and served on the deacon board of Burlington Baptist Church, Boone…

Anita Lynn Allen, 59, of Walton, KY passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at her residence. Anita was President of Conservation Marketing Specialists, Inc., a company she founded with her husband in 2008. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, traveling, boating and family. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Newport. Anita is survived…

John Allen Smith, 80, went to be home with his Lord on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Born and raised in Petersburg, Kentucky, John was the son of the late Stanley Rue Smith and Doris Baker Smith. Known and loved by many with his iconic voice, John proudly announced the Motor Sports Arena at the Boone…

Richard Dressman, 83, of Florence, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2021 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence, KY surrounded by his loving family. Richard was a Maintenance Supervisor with the Gap prior to retiring and proudly served our country in the United States Air Force. He was preceded in death by his…

Phillip L. Ritter passed away peacefully Thursday, January 27, 2022, at the age of 75 with his wife of 48 years, Marilynn, by his side. Phil was a chemist, inventor, professional tinkerer, barista, brother, uncle, husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He spent 30 years as a chemist at the Procter and Gamble Company;…

Jacqueline “Jackie” Faye De Bruyn, age 76 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 25, 2022. Jackie was born on April 8th, 1945 in North Hampshire, England and raised by her late parents; Harry and Gladys McCall. Jackie’s favorite thing to do was to go camping at Cave…

Scot A. Ashton M.Ed., SMSgt, 59 of Burlington, passed away on January 25, 2022. Scot was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Scot was a hard worker who spent 24 and a half years and retired from the United States Air Force. He enjoyed going out and shooting guns, playing with his dogs,…

Joseph Milton Smith Jr., age 69 of Union, Kentucky passed away with his family by his side on January 25th, 2022.  Joe was born in Monticello, Kentucky in 1952 to the late Joseph and Cora Smith.  He later moved to Florida where he spent his early childhood riding bikes and playing by the beach before…

Walter “Wally” J. Pagan, 79, of Wilder, KY, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at The Christ Hospital on Monday, January 24, 2022.   Anyone that knew Wally understood his deep passion and commitment for his family, friends, and the Northern Kentucky Community. Wally grew up in working class Bellevue, KY, and graduated from Newport…

Jeanne D. (nee: Rosing) Dedden, 97, of Elsmere, KY passed away on January 24, 2022 at Boonespring Nursing Home in Union, KY surrounded by her loving family. Jeanne was member of St. Henry Church and worked for the IRS as a transcriber before retiring. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Dedden,…

Alice D. Burke (nee, Inbody) of Florence, Kentucky passed away at her home on January 23rd, 2022. She was born to the late Roscoe and Emma (nee, Baker) Inbody on March 13, 1928 in Dawson, Oklahoma.  Alice is preceded in death by her dear husband, John F. Burke, her son, Darrell Burke, and her daughter…

Minie Blackburn, 74, of Burlington, KY went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2022 in the comfort of her home and surrounded with love. She was born February 8, 1947 in Hazard, KY to the late Ossie and Oma Combs. Minie was a loving woman with a huge heart, and she…

Charles “Charlie” Dale Oakes, 73, of Florence, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Charlie was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of Boone County Rotary Club, and an Honorary Kentucky Colonel. He spent the past 35…

Gary Christian, 78 of Florence, passed away naturally at his home on January 22, 2022. Gary was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on February 6, 1943 to the late Ralph and Eleanor Christian. He attended Wadsworth High School where he was very active in various sports. He retired from Valley Belting and Hose. Gary was always…

Paul Edward Twilling, 92, of Burlington, KY passed away January 22, 2022 at Boonespring Care Center in Union, KY. He was born July 12, 1929 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Lewis and Luella (Borgemenke) Twilling. Paul was a 1947 graduate of Elder High School, served his country as a member of the Naval Reserve…

Mercedes A. Appling, 100, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2022, at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. She was born August 28, 1921, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Ray and Hazel Alcantara. She was the loving and devoted wife to the late Joe L. Appling. She was a homemaker and worked part-time as…

Mildred M. Bork “Millie” (nee Marshall), 88, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, at Emerald Trace Nursing Home in Elsmere, KY. Millie was a Professor Emeritus at Northern Kentucky University after 25 years of teaching in the nursing field. She was a former board member of the Northern Kentucky Mental Health Association and New Perceptions.…

Rudolph Charles “Rudy” Tassini, 80, of Cincinnati, OH passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Jewish Hospital.  Rudy was born in Canonsburg, PA on June 5, 1941 to the late Rudolph and Santina (Albarano) Tassini.  He was 1965 graduate of University of Cincinnati and later obtained his Master Degree from Xavier.  After graduation, Rudy…

Leatrice “Joy” Eisenman, 96, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022, at Colonial Gardens in Florence KY. Joy was born in Dayton, KY, and lived most of her life in Ft Wright where she had wonderful neighbors. She was married to her late husband Richard Eisenman for 45 years. She describes her life’s work as very…

Lana M. Daut, 74, passed away peacefully, at her Walton, KY residence, surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 16, 2022.  Lana was born in Covington, KY on September 8, 1947 to the late Alvin John and Marian Henrietta (Trenkamp) Sprankel.  Lana was a 1965 graduate of Notre Dame Academy.  She went on to work…

David William Jackson of Union, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 15, 2022 after a courageous twenty-month battle with glioblastoma.  David was born January 4, 1947 in Covington, Kentucky to the late John and Audrey (Reeves) Jackson. He graduated from Holmes High School, the University of Kentucky, and Xavier University. David married his high…

Ralph M. Doellman, 89, of Lakeside Park, KY, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Ralph proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. For over 60 years Ralph worked at Middendorf Supply in Covington, the family business, which he eventually owned…

Marilynn Mallak, age 94 of Hebron, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Florence Park Care Center. Marilynn was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Jerome and Betty Schaeffer on May 1, 1927. Marilynn was a model and talented artist who worked as an artistic painter for the Chicago Art Institute. Later…

Michael Ray Hubbard, 64, of Perry Park, KY, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Carroll County Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. Mike was President/CEO of Bluegrass Conveyor’s Inc. In addition to work, Mike enjoyed playing and watching sports with his family, showing horses, golfing, and he was an avid UK Wildcat fan.…

Daniel Earl Boeh, Sr., 76, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY surrounded by his loving family. After proudly serving in the United States Navy, Dan went on to graduate from EKU and later became co-owner of Tri-State Physician Supplies in Cincinnati and eventually retired…

Mary Lou Shelton (nee Best), 86, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Emerald Trace. Mary Lou was a real estate investor. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Denver Shelton. She leaves behind her brother, Joseph Best; her step-children, Linda (Stephen) Shelton-Loveridge and Dennis (Jenni)…

Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Turner, 67, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY, surrounded by his family. Ronnie was an OTR Truck Driver for most of his life, hauling household goods. He loved classic country, a good steak, cooked rare still slightly mooing, he had a…

Deborah Lynn Powell, 54, of Burlington, KY passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at her residence on Saturday, January 8, 2022.  The youngest of seven, Debbie was born in Frankfort, IN on October 12, 1967 to Paul and Joyce (Firestone) Jones.  After graduating from Georgetown College, Debbie worked at the Council of State Governments, where she…

Jerry W. Soard age 75 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, January 8th, 2022. Jerry was born to the late Gillis and Josephine (nee, Vaughn) Soard on August 21, 1946 in Crescent Springs, Kentucky. Growing up, he loved to hunt, and play basketball and tennis. He worked in the construction field for many years.…

Byron Vance, 64 of Burlington passed on January 7, 2022 at St Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. Byron was born on December 16, 1957 in Covington, to the late R.C. and Helen Vance. Byron was a huge car enthusiast. He worked in the automotive department for  over 4 decades. He loved NASCAR, own hot wheels, auto racing, and classic cars.…

Brenda Lee Lynn, 72, of Elsmere, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was born October 23, 1949 in Danville, KY to the late Albert and Georgia Scott. She was preceded in death by her sister, Donna Scott. Brenda is survived by her loving sons:…

Jeffrey T. Huston, age 54, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022, at his residence in Burlington KY. Jeff is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Maggie Huston, son Jeffrey “JJ” Huston Jr., parents Terry and Rebecca Huston (nee Colvin), brother Chad (Cherie) Huston, nieces Ashley Huston and Annelee Barrett, nephews Lucas Huston and…

Dorothy “Dottie” Harmeling, 97, of Elsmere, KY passed away on January 5, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, sewing, baking, cross stitching, playing bingo with her friends and particularly enjoyed visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of St. Henry Church…

Jason Robert Suchanek, 79, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on January 5, 2022 at Encompass Health Center in Edgewood, KY.  He was born June 6, 1942 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Joseph and Grace Bereneice Suchanek. Jason worked and retired from the USPS after 25 years of service. Jason enjoyed doing genealogical…

Bob Scott passed away on January 3, 2022 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, Kentucky after a two-year battle with cancer. He was born in Covington, Kentucky to the late Izetta (nee Young) and Granville Scott. He was preceded in death by his brother, James Scott, and brother-in-law, William Ryan. He was a brilliant man who…

Joanne Weckenbrock (nee McPherson), 88, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. JoAnne was an administrative assistant for St. Pius X Church for 10 years. Joanne was a woman of great faith and very active in the Cursillo movement. She and her beloved Ralph enjoyed…

Matthew Allen Gadd, 62, of Union, KY passed away peacefully Friday, December 31, 2021 at his home in Union, KY surrounded by his family. He was born February 13, 1959 in Covington, KY. Matt was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and he will be dearly missed by those he leaves behind. He loved and…

Christopher Patrick Ferry, 45, passed away unexpectedly at his Florence, KY residence on Friday, December 31, 2021.  Christopher was born in Akron, OH on June 3, 1976.  He was a 1995 graduate of Dixie Heights High School.  Chris also graduated from Northern Kentucky Technical College.  Christopher worked fulltime for Walmart for 24 years and also…

Michael “Mike” McDevitt, 57 of Fort Wright, passed away surrounded by his family after a valiant fight with cancer on December 30, 2021. Mike was born on December 15th, 1964 in West Roxbury, MA to the late Charles and Ann McDevitt. He earned his Bachelors in Physical Education from Plymouth State University in Plymouth, New…

Carolyn Joyce Monell, 78, of Florence, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Villa Spring of Erlanger.  Carolyn was born in Cincinnati on June 6, 1943 to the late Cecil and Bertha Mae (Neely-Jones) Warner.  She was a homemaker and member of Latonia Christian Church.  In addition to her parents, Carolyn was…

Paul J. Webster, Sr., 87, of Burlington, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Ft. Thomas, KY surrounded by his loving family. Paul was a Supervisor with AT&T upon retiring. He proudly served our country in the United States Army and will be deeply missed. He was a member…

Howard R. Williams, age 92, of Florence, Kentucky, (formerly of Port Charlotte, Florida) went to his final resting place on December 27, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. He is survived by his wife, Betty S. Williams of 72 years, his brother, Kenneth (Betty) Williams, his sons David (Becky) Williams and Greg (Terri) Williams, his daughter…

Dwane Michael Ebeling, 60, of Cherry Fork, OH passed away, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood, on December 25, 2021.  Dwane was born in Owatonna, MN on January 10, 1961 to the late Charles Dwane and Carole Ann (Schimanski) Ebeling.  Dwane worked many years with CSX Railroad and was a member of Teamsters 885, where he…

Marvin G. Dunn, 82, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021, at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood KY. Marvin was born in 1939 to Thurman and Mayme Dunn (Nee Sothard). He was a 1957 graduate from Simon Kenton High School and a graduate from the University of Kentucky in 1963. Marvin spent his career in the…

Matthew James Lakeman, 63, of Burlington, KY went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 23, 2021. He was born February 3, 1958 in Fort Thomas, KY. Matt was born with cerebral palsy and other mental disabilities that made his life extremely challenging, but he never let it slow him down. Matt was a…

Robert “Bob” Bryant, age 84, passed away on December 23, 2021, surrounded by his family. Bob was born on May 3, 1937, in Jackson, KY, to John and Margaret Hudson Bryant. They moved to Northern KY when Bob was young, and he graduated from Hebron High School in 1954. Bob was a veteran and served…

  Richard B. Mueller, age 90, died peacefully on December 23, 2021. His family will remember him as a devoted husband, and a proud and loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather. And they will miss his ability to remember and tell jokes to everyone he met.   Dick was born on May 21, 1931, in…

Flora Hobbs Weaver, 93, passed away December 23, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. She was born July 2nd, 1928 in a small town in Southern KY to Demps Hobbs and Elva Deaton Hobbs.  She grew up in the Barbourville, KY area and graduated from Knox Cty HS. She moved to Northern…

Villa Hills – Shirley Ann Hoerlein (nee Battaglia) 87, of Villa Hills, KY passed away suddenly on December 22, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. Shirley was born in Covington KY on December 9, 1934 to the late Anthony and Helen Battaglia. She was preceded in death by her loving husband John Robert “Bob”…

Barbara Ellen (nee: Houk) McCarthy, 66, of Covington, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Highlandspring of Ft. Thomas. Barbara was a homemaker and proudly served our county in the United States Army. She was preceded in death by her parents: Carl Raymond Houk and Catherine Ann Houk, as well as her siblings, Robert…

Robert “Bob” Leigh Smithson, 83, of Florence, KY passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Boonespring Care Center in Union, KY. Robert was born December 5, 1938 in Owensboro, KY. He was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Florence, KY, and he was also a member of the Emmaus Group. Bob was involved…

Amanda Kathleen Knaley, 39, of Florence, KY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at her home in Florence, KY. She was born June 15, 1982 in Covington, KY as the youngest child to James and Mary Ann Knaley. Amanda was a member of the St. Henry High School class of 2000, and during…

Peter F. Warner, 69 of Erlanger, passed away on Sunday, December 19th due to complications from esophageal cancer. Born and raised in California, he finally settled in Northern Kentucky in 1977. He is an avid UCLA Bruins, LA Dodgers and Cincinnati Bengals fan. He is a retired painter and also worked at Five Seasons Racquet…

Drexel “Gene” York, age 70 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021. Gene was born in Huntsville, Tennessee on June 8th, 1951 to the late Elmer and Hilda (nee. Duncan) York. Gene worked as an Airfield Operations Manager for the Ohio Air National Guard 179th Tactical Airlift Wing for more than 30…

George Reid MacKay, 79, of Florence, KY passed away Saturday, December 18, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. He was born December 11, 1942 in Buffalo, NY to the late George and Etta MacKay. George proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force and was a base Information…

William “Bill” Malcolm Caldwell, 79, of Florence, KY, passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021 at the VA Hospital in Cincinnati, OH surrounded by his family. Bill retired from Delta Airlines after 28 years of service, where he held multiple positions. He also was a US Army veteran, a Freemason, and in his free time,…

Carl William Budai, 79 of Florence, passed away on December 17, 2021 with his wife by his side. Carl proudly served his country in the Untied States Army. After his service he worked for US Bank for 35 years and retired to work Security at the mall for 9 years. Carl is survived by his…

Alice Barber Brock, 86, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021, at Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, FL. She worked as a nurse with St Elizabeth Hospital in Northern Kentucky and was the Nursing Supervisor at the Edgewood location for several years. Alice was also a member of Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Lakeside Park, KY.…

Jim “Hemi” Baum, 74 of Florence passed away on December 14, 2021 at Rockcastle Hospital, respiratory care unit.  Jim was a proud United States Army, Vietnam Veteran. He was a long-time member of St. Barbara’s Catholic Church and had retired from Proctor and Gamble as a mechanic. He enjoyed dirt car racing, motocross, and especially…

Harry “Jim” Harris age 90 of Hebron, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Harry was born on December 23, 1930 to the late Harry and Hazel Harris in West Carrollton, Ohio. Harry served our country in the army and later went on to work as an associate engineer for Cincinnati Bell for over…

Sandy J. (nee: Hunt) Albers, 83, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Sandy retired as a Legal Secretary with Lange, Quill & Powers, PLC after 14 years. She was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church and former member of the Northern Kentucky Easter Seals…

THISTLETON, Mary Ann nee Reynolds, age 84, formerly of Florence, KY passed away from us suddenly on Tuesday, December 14.  Mary Ann was a faithful woman who loved her Lord, her family, church and community.  She was born on March 16, 1937 in Dayton, OH to Al Reynolds and Susannah Marie (Suemay).  After graduating from…

Robert Joseph “Joe” French, 64, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at home. Joe was born February 5, 1957 in Hamilton, OH to the late Robert “Bob” French and Pauline “Polly” Flynn. Following high school, Joe proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. Prior to retirement, Joe…