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COLD SPRING- Velma Ruth Morgan, 75, passed away December 8th, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood, KY. Survivors include her son, Vincent Scheben, daughter-in-law, Melissa Scheben, niece Linda Robinson Prather, and grandchildren Stefan and London Scheben. Visitation will be held Saturday December 12th, 2015 from 10am to 11am with funeral services to follow…

Thomas “Tom” Robert Rosenacker Sr., 71, of Independence, KY, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 5, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Tom proudly served as a Marine from 1965-1969, spending 13 months in Vietnam, and Tom was a Union Electrician for IBEW Local 212 and CMHA for 45 years, working numerous…

Adele Laura Doker, 88, entered into eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on Saturday, December 5, 2015. Before anything else, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a friend to many. She was also a member of the local Joy Social Club, enjoyed playing Bingo with friends, loved shopping for…

Edna Mae Miller Collins Prager, 87 of Covington, KY passed away on Friday, December 4th, 2015 at Rosedale Green. Edna was a waitress at Frisch’s Big Boy Restaurants, a security guard at Levi Strauss, Novamont and Southern Ohio Bank. She was preceded in death by her Parents: Leslie and Ethel Miller; husbands: James Collins and…

Annette M. Kuhnell (nee Folz), 89, formerly of Madeira, OH, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2015, at her Dry Ridge, KY residence. Annette was a homemaker and she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Kuhnell, in 2008. She is survived by her four children: Earl J. Kuhnell (Sue) of Burlington, KY; Georgette…

Novie Ellis Fricke, 85, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on December 3, 2015, at Villa Spring Care Center. She was born September 4, 1930, in Oneida, TN, to Berlin and Amy (Laytham) Ellis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William on November 3, 2004, and all seven of…

Dorothy Louise Nolan (nee Dwertman), 99, passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2015, at her daughter’s residence. She is survived by her children: Dennis Nolan (Anne) of Florence, KY, Patricia Nolan of Ft. Thomas, KY, Paul Nolan (Kathy) of Baltimore, MD, and Kathleen Nolan of Ft. Thomas, KY, grandchildren Amanda Belt (Chad) of Cincinnati, OH,…

Michael Emmett Woods, 64, of Ft. Wright, KY, entered into eternal life on Thursday, December 3, 2015. He built his life on the principles of compassion, honesty and selflessness. Mike had a smile that would light up the room. His passion for acting and teaching was innate and he was privileged to share this gift…

George H. Wessel, age 64, died at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. George was a retired production scheduler for Johnson Controls and a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Survivors include his wife Dolly Wessel; a son Michael (Tammy) Wessel and a daughter Michelle (Andrew) Long; 3 brothers Elmer Riggs, Joe and Harry Wessel; and…

Marilani E. “Toot” (Meyer) Patterson, age 91, of Burlington, formerly of Honolulu, Hawaii, passed away on November 30, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Florence, KY. Mrs. Patterson is retired from Post-Glover Electric and a member of the First Baptist Church of South Shore, KY. She was preceded in death by husband, Claude Patterson and her…

Donna Sue Jahnke (nee Hollis) age 66, died Monday November 30th at her Florence residence. She was retired from a long career in Government service working in many capacities, among them an analyst with the IRS. She loved her family and going to the beach. Her daughter Shawn Wisdom preceded Donna in death. Survivors include…

FT. MITCHELL- Eleanor “Chris” Schmidt, 86, passed away November 28th, 2015 at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood KY. She was a homemaker, member of Blessed Sacrament Church and volunteered at Be Concerned in Covington. Preceded in death by her husband George C. Schmidt Jr., sister Betty Wilcoxson and brothers James Lahm and Robert Lahm. Survivors…

Reverend Monsignor Donald F. Hellmann P.A., 86, entered eternal life on Friday, November 27, 2015 at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills, KY. Msgr. Hellmann was created a monsignor by Pope Paul VI in 1970 with the rank of Honory Prelate, he was Pastor of St. Augustine Parish in Covington, KY (1987-1992) and Pastor of St.…

Rose Clara Pranger (nee Bamberger), 84, of Erlanger, KY passed away on November 25, 2015. She graduated from Academy Notre Dame of Providence in Newport in 1948. She married Arthur B. Pranger on November 25, 1954 at Corpus Christi Church in Newport, KY. Rose was a homemaker until 1970 where she went to work for…

David C. Seay, age 45, died Tuesday November 24th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY. He was a call supervisor for Delta Airlines. Survivors include his mother, Joanne Teague of Hebron, KY and his aunt and uncle Jean and Larry Barrett of Escondido, California. A memorial visitation will be held 1pm, Saturday November 28th…

Alice J. Gray nee Baynum, 85, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Monday, November 23, 2015 at Hospice Care of St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. As a longtime member of Erlanger Baptist Church, Alice loved singing in the church choir and was a dedicated volunteer in the nursery. “Nana”, as she was called by her family,…

Carol Ann Hyland 76, of Union, KY died Sunday, November 22, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence. She was a talented seamstress all her life and was self-employed. She was preceded in death by her parents Franklin and Gertrude Butler and brother Ronald Butler. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Jim Hyland…

Evelyn June Rose was born on August 27, 1931 in Dayton, Kentucky. She attended William Carey College and graduated with a degree in Business. She spent many years as a successful apartment manager for Boston Financial. Outside of work she enjoyed playing many different types of games and working crossword puzzles. She loved listening to…

Amanda Jo Holtmann, 34, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, at her Florence, KY home. Amanda was a stay at home mom and survived by her husband of 10 years Matthew Holtmann and daughter Alyssa Holtmann. Other survivors include her parents Tim and Darla Napier of Union, KY, sisters Jessi Miller (Chris) of Florence,…

Robert “Frank” Keller, passed away at his residence in Edgewood, KY on November 17, 2015 at the age of 82. Frank was an accountant, who worked at Rankin & Rankin for 9 years and the Commonwealth of Kentucky for 28 years. He also was a member of the Florence Lions Club, Five Seasons, Hibernians, he…

CRESTVIEW HILLS- Paul Daniel Walz, 77, passed away November 16th, 2015 while in Aruba on a 52nd wedding anniversary cruise with his devoted wife Phyllis. He worked as a Quality Control Tech for the Kroger Company for 20 years and was a member of St Henry Church in Elsmere. Preceded in death by his parents…

Patrick T. Birrer, MD, 59, of Villa Hills, KY, entered into eternal life on Monday, November 16, 2015 after a long battle with esophageal cancer. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in Crescent Springs, KY. Patrick practiced emergency medicine from 1988-2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospitals and was the Medical Director of Wound Care…

Phillip Scott Martin, 1 year, of Covington, KY, passed away on Saturday November 14, 2015. He is survived by his loving mother, Angela Martin, caring father Anthony Hamlin, brother Austin Martin, grandparents Karen Hamlin and Phyllis Martin, great grandmother Mary Jones, Aunt Becky Martin, Uncle Andrew Martin, Uncle Michael Martin, Uncle Bobby Hamlin, Uncle Michael…

Alberta Mae Portwood, age 95, died November 14, 2015 at her Burlington residence. Her husband Lee Portwood preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughters Judie Finke and Janet Huey; 2 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and a brother Raymond Kittle. She was a lifetime resident of Boone County. A graveside service will be held…

HEBRON- James Robert Mullins III, 65, passed away November 13th at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. He worked for Mazak Corporation for several years. Survivors include his daughters Michelle(Chris) Doane of Highlands Ranch CO, Deanne(Curt) Corbin of Hebron KY, brother Dennis Mullins of Florence KY and mother Eileen Ockerman of Corinth KY. Also surviving…

Pastor Clifford R. Miller Jr., 87, of Florence, KY, formerly of Lewistown, PA, entered into eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY on Friday, November 13, 2015. Pastor Miller devoted his life to ministry. He was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Crestview Hills, KY; he was pastor at Port Royal…

Christina Marie Maudlin, (nee: Ferrier) 24, of Erlanger, KY passed away at her residence on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Joseph and Ellen Boone and Vernon and Virginia Ferrier, and Uncles, Mark Achor and Vernon Dale Ferrier. She is survived by her husband of two years, Jason Maudlin…

William “Bill” A. Jeffers passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on November 7, 2015 at the age of 73. Bill was an assembly worker for General Motors for over 30 years and also was an exceptional mechanic. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Carol (Ki) Jeffers of Elsmere,…

Connie J. Douglass-Bauereis, 61, of Erlanger, KY, passed away suddenly on November 6, 2015 surrounded by her loving family at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Connie was an Instructor with Gateway College for 20years. She was a member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood Chapter T, volunteer with Lloyd High School, Erlanger School System and the Walking…

Maxine Jo Browne, 79, of Union, KY passed away on Monday, November 2, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. Maxine retired after 30 years as the Coordinator Interpreter for the Deaf at Northern KY Tech. She was a member of Union Baptist Church, KY Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, National and the KY Association…

Helen Joyce Baudendistel, 67, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY on Friday, October 30, 2015. Daughter of the late Alex and Ida Broughton, Helen will be dearly missed by her husband of 42 years Ralph D. Baudendistel, Sr. of Burlington, KY; her sons: Ralph D. Baudendistel II (Cara) of Burlington, KY…

Billy Joe Longworth , 75, entered eternal life at his residence in Elsmere, KY on Friday, October 30, 2015. He was dedicated to his family and his Church. Billy Joe was a member of Valley Baptist Church and retired from Atkins and Pearce after 50 years. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth…

SCHANSBERG, DAVID ARTHUR, 76, of Erlanger, KY moved from St. Elizabeth’s Healthcare Hospice (Edgewood, KY) into the next phase of his eternal life in Christ Jesus on October 30, 2015. David was born on August 24, 1939 in New Albany, IN to Alden Jerome and Jasmine Marie Schansberg. He attended New Albany High School for…

Ben Sheldon Mellott passed away at Providence Pavilion Covington, KY on October 30, 2015 at the age of 94. He was born in Lock Haven, PA to parents of Rev. Matthew Stanley Quay Mellott and Ethel Kethler. Ben was a World War II veteran having served in the Army Air Core in Europe with duties…

Marcella Ruth Lehmkuhl, 95, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.During her life, Marcella had a love for traveling to Las Vegas and gambling. Most of all Marcella was a devoted, loving mother, grandma, great grandma, and great-great grandma. She is survived by her children, Carol Trimble-Ekey (Richard), John Lehmkuhl, Deborah Kidd…

Juliet E. Betz, 100, of Covington, KY passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. She was a former resident of Panorama Apartments in Covington. Juliet was a cook and server at Heritage Steak House for 12 years. She also was a member of the Erlanger Christian Church, a member…

Robert “Bob” Lyle Dault, 84, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2015, at his Edgewood, KY home. For 30 years Bob worked as the Chief Financial Officer at Huntington Bank. Bob was a member of St. Pius X Church and involved with the Florence Lyons Club, Junior Achievement, Covington Catholic Alumni, several card clubs, and…

Robert Lee Kirby, Sr. , age 83, died on Saturday October 24, 2015 at his Burlington residence. Robert was a builder and a longtime resident of Boone County. He was very active in many organizations and civic affairs. Robert was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Hebron Ward. His wife…

Danny Ray Basinger, 70, of Walton, KY, formerly of Salisbury, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Danny was a graduate of East Rowan High School in Salisbury, NC and later graduated 2nd in his class from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Miami, FL. Danny was retired…

Patricia J. Reardon, 64, of Union, KY passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2015, at her residence. Patty was a nurse at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Mercy Hospital. She also was a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority at the University of Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marc…

James “Jim” Edward Reilly, of Lakeside Park, KY, passed away on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 at Villaspring in Erlanger surrounded by family and close friends. He was 88 years old. The CEO of F.N. Sheppard and Company, Jim, was a visionary in the conveyor-belting field. His dedication and hard work has helped the company enjoy…

Martha J. Acree, 94, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at Baptist Life Village Community Care Center. Martha was a supervisor for AVCO Corporation for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Acree; her sister, Stella Penno; and her brother, Raymond Schneider. Martha is survived by her…

Corky “Rosemary” Hardcorn (nee: Burke), 88, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Corky was a graduate of Notre Dame Academy and a member of Mother of God Church. She was retired as manager after 30 years with the Cathedral Religious Goods. She was…

NEWPORT- Richard E. Ebenschweiger, 85, passed away October 19th, 2015 at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. He worked for Continental Corporation for 25 years, member of St Henry Parish and an Air Force Veteran. Preceded in death by his wife Agatha Ebenschweiger. Survivors include his daughter Janna(Bill) Cassidy of Erlanger, son Jim(Susan) Ebenschweiger of Villa…

Carolyn C. Scheben nee Child, 83, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2015, at Providence Pavilion in Covington surrounded by her family. Carolyn was a teacher at St. Henry for a number of years and an Administrative assistant at Northern Kentucky University. In addition to her work, she was a member of…

John “Jack” Reed, 82, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY on Saturday, October 17, 2015. Son of Stanley C. and Katherine L. Reed, Jack was an avid fisherman and loved to play cards. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as siblings: Betty Holt, Mary Laycock, Norma Martin,…

NEWPORT- Agatha A. Ebenschweiger, 84, passed away October 17th, 2015 at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Ft Thomas. She was a teacher with Kenton County Schools for 35 years and a member of St Henry Parish in Elsmere. Survivors include her husband Richard Ebenschweiger of Newport, daughter Janna(Bill) Cassidy of Erlanger, son Jim(Susan) Ebenschweiger of…

William “Bill” Grant Pence, age 60, died October the 15th in Las Vegas, Nevada after a sudden illness. He was an aviation mechanic with General Electric and a United States Army veteran. Bill was a resident of Burlington and loved his family, working on cars and being outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.…

Thomas “Tom” Joseph Fleek, 83, entered into eternal life at his residence in Florence, KY on Saturday, October 10, 2015. Son of Bluford and Rose Linda Fleek, Tom loved to golf and play softball. He was also a member of the St. Henry Foresters. He was preceded in passing by his wife Marilyn Fleek (1994),…

Patrick B. Burke, 66, of Florence, KY, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015 at the VA Hospital in Cincinnati surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Burke was retired with the Pepsi Co. after 42 years. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy, was an avid golfer and a member of St. Paul…

Carol Louise Jansen, 86, of Crestview Hills, KY passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2015, at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, KY. A 1951 graduate of Thomas Moore College (Villa Madonna College at the time), she spent countless hours volunteering with the Women’s Guild and TMC Alumni Association. Additionally, she served the schools her children attended…

Eugene Lester Ingraham, Jr., age 85 died October 7th at Villasprings of Erlanger. He was a resident of Florence, KY. Gene was retired from Safeway Foods where he worked as a Food Clerk for 30 years. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his wife Frances Ingraham of Florence; 3 sons,…

Camilla Catherine Kassner, age 91, died October 5, 2015 in Wexford, PA where she was residing in the care of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward F. Kassner. Camilla was a resident of Burlington, KY and is a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Mrs. Kassner was retired from…

Dorothy Ann Roberts, 82, of Florence, KY, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 4, 2015. During her life Dorothy worked many jobs including a clerk at Filmore’s and a head housekeeper. She is survived by her husband Charles Roberts, children Linda Maner, Kathy Renchen, Cheryll Cash, and Teri Maner, step children Michael…

Mildred Bayzik, age 89, died Saturday at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. She was a home care aid. She is formerly from Chicago, Ill and was currently living in Florence, KY. Survivors include her daughter Beverly Meador of Chicago, Ill; two sons Paul Bayzik of Independence, KY and Timothy Huesman of Chicago Ridge, ILL. Mildred was…

FLORENCE- Thomas H. Trimpe, 85, passed away Friday October 2nd 2015 at Baptist Village in Erlanger. He was a car man for L&N Railroad who later became CSX Railroad for 40 years. Survivors include his wife of 65 years Betty Trimpe of Florence, nieces Nancy(Karl) Snider of Florence, Katherine(Gary) Smith of Burlington, nephew Paul(Wanda) Nelson…

THE ICE MAN COMETH HOME You’re touring the kitchen at the Hilton Hotel downtown. There is a loud grating sound coming from the back room. Nobody else seems to notice. What is that racket? Your curiosity takes you further into the kitchen, and as you finally locate and approach the source of the loud buzzing…

Mary Brune Steffen, 86, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on Thursday, October 1, 2015. Daughter of Florenz and Elizabeth Brune, Mary was an active member of Blessed Sacrament Parish and School. She enjoyed quilting, cross stitching and cooking. Mary was preceded in passing by her parents, her infant daughter Mary…

ERLANGER- Robert Burgan, 76, passed away September 30th 2015 at Florence Park care Center in Florence KY. He worked for Railway Express for many years and was a member of Elsmere Baptist Church. Survivors include his Brothers Ronald(Barbara) Burgan of Erlanger, Jack(Jane) Burgan of Maulmelle, AR , sister Janet Sue(Ralph) Meyer of Easton MD and…

Mary E. Harms, 78, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on Wednesday morning, September 30, 2015. Daughter of Herman and Florence Cooper, Mary loved to paint and hang out with the Thursday girls. Above all she cherished time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents as well…

ELSMERE- Dencie Belle Riggs, 82, passed away Monday September 28th, 2015 at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. She worked for Zayre Department Stores for 28 years and was a member of Elsmere Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband Rex G. Riggs in 1988. Survivors include her son Shelby Riggs, brothers Norman Terry…

Dolores Wolfe (nee Blackaby), age 84, died Sunday September 27th, 2015 at Owen Center in Owenton KY. She was a homemaker and a resident of Owen Co. Her husband Ronald Wolfe preceded her in death. Survivors include her son Ronald G. (Mary) Wolfe of Owen Co. and a sister JoAnn Huffman of Burlington. Dolores is…

R. J. Kidwell (August 8, 1928 to September 26, 2015) As a senior in high school R. J. attended a revival in Kentucky at the Minorsville Christian Church, was baptized in a creek across the road from the church and that same evening committed his life to preaching the Gospel. He would spend the next…

Frances “Renae” Hudson, 46, of Covington, KY passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2015, at Hospice Care of St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. Renae was a Nationally Certified Interpreter and worked as a sign language interpreter for a number of years. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Judy Frame; her maternal grandfather, Monroe…

Troy Edward Short, 66, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2015, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood. Troy worked as a truck driver and was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his wife Vickie Short, 3 sons James (Michelle), Brandon (Rachel), and Brian (Nicole), 7 grandchildren, a sister Connie King…

Mary Elizabeth McClure, 92, of Florence, KY, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2015, at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center. During her life, Mary served as the secretary for Erlanger Elsmere Schools and also served as the secretary to the General Manager of the Cincinnati Reds from 1960 to 1965. She was a member of the…

Albert L. Feldkamp, 91, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2015 surrounded by his family at Villasprings of Erlanger. Mr. Feldkamp was a retired supervisor with the Ford Motor Company for 30 years. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church.…

Meta Lotte Reinemuth Hogan passed away on September19, 2015. Meta’s life was full of courage and adventure which included swimming the Rhine River sans bathing suit, marrying an American soldier and moving to the United States with no familial support. She faced much adversity but maintained her humor and a zest for life. She was…

Genevieve Frances Kahmann Sutter, age 86, died Saturday September 19, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital , Florence. Genevieve worked as a clerk at Johnny’s Toys for many years. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and a resident of Petersburg. Survivors include her husband Thomas P. of Petersburg; sons Thomas J. of…

James F. Dalton, III, 56, entered eternal life in Union, KY on Saturday, September 19, 2015 surrounded by loving family. “Ace” loved hunting and playing cards. He was a member of the Moonlight Hunting and Fishing Club as well as a member of the Hebron Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his mother…

Ted H. Feldmann, 89, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2015, at Hospice Care of St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. Ted worked at the Times Star Newspaper and also at the Enquirer. Mr. Feldmann served on board the USS Benham in the Pacific Theater of Operations during WWII, and his ship was in…

Martha Louise Schmeing, 74, entered eternal life at on Friday, September 18, 2015. Daughter of Walter and Louise Schmeing, Martha had a passion for teaching from a young age. She taught, mentored and influenced many generations while teaching at St. Henry Elementary School for 52 years. She was also an active parishioner at St. Henry…

CRESCENT SPRINGS- LaVerne A. Burk, 85, passed away September 17th, 2015 at Villa Springs Care Center in Erlanger. She was an admin worker for the I.R.S. for 20 years and a member of St Joseph Church in Crescent Springs. Preceded in death by her husband Edward J. Burk and daughter Debbie Jones. Survivors include her…

Arthur L. Beck, 75, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 surrounded by his loving family at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. Mr. Beck was a retired letter carrier with the U.S. Post Office for 33 years. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Marine Corps, was a member of…

Opal Householder, on 9/15/15 at the age of 96, passed away in her home in Frankfort, KY but was a long time resident of Burlington, KY born on 12/28/1918 in Pineville, KY. She was a member at the Hebron Baptist Church. Her vocations where: hairdresser and head cashier at the Netherlands Hilton. Her hobbies where…

INDEPENDENCE- Jacqueline “Jackie” Wilson, 79, passed away September 15th, 2015 at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. Jackie worked for the Draw Bridge Inn for several years and later owned and operated antique shops in Latonia and Independence. Preceded in death by her husband Gerald M. Wilson in 1992. Survivors include her son David (Charlene)…

ERLANGER- Laura Lee Berkemeier, 79, passed away September 14th, 2015 at Villa Springs Care Center in Erlanger. Laura worked with Fifth Third Bank for over 30 years. She was a member of Christ Chapel in Florence and a Kentucky Colonel. Preceded in death by her son Doug Berkemeier. Survivors include her daughters Cindy Wilson of…

Cynthia Ann Tupman , age 68, died September 14th at Hospice of Cincinnati. She was a resident of Hebron. Cynthia was a social worker with Welcome House and volunteered at United Ministries as well as the Covington Cold Shelter. She was a member of Hopeful Lutheran Church. Survivors include her sons Ed and Jason Tupman…

Kathy L. Murphy, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Care in Edgewood, KY., surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 24 in J. Q. Stovall Hospital, Grayson, KY. A daughter of the late Eugene and Bertha (Vanlandingham) Murphy. Kathy was a retired hairstylist and manager…

Lillian Nitschke, age 93, died Thursday September 10, 2015 at Baptist Village Care Center. She was a graduate of LaSalette Academy. Lillian retired early from a 37 year career as a sales clerk with the John J. Shillito Company to care for her father. Her parents Frederick and Pauline Nitschke and brother Fred J. Nitschke…

Mark Melching, age 54, died September the 10th at University Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a resident of Crestview Hills. Mark was a sales representative for Batory Co. and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. His parents Albert and Katherine Lee Melching preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife Shannon of…

PARK HILLS- Hong-ji (Bart) Tsai, 96, died peacefully on September 8, 2015 at Atria Summit Hills in Crestview Hills KY. He is survived by his 5 children, Frank (Frances) Tsai, Cecilia Keeling, Stella (Carl) Snowden, Leo Tsai and Chris (Margaret) Tsai and 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. A memorial mass will be held at…

Obituary for Sr. Clarita Anneken, OSB Sister Clarita Anneken, OSB, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 8 at St. Walburg Monastery at age 96. A Benedictine sister for over 78 years, Sr. Clarita served as teacher and principal at St. Henry High School, Holy Cross High School Villa Madonna Academy. She is preceded in death by…

Robert George Porter, 53, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015, with his wife Vicky, in Indianapolis, IN. Robert worked as a Truck Driver for Old Dominion. He was a proud member of the NRA and involved in the Wounded Warrior Project. Robert is survived by his children Robert Egolf, Rebecca Stidham…

Vicky Mull Porter, 53, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015, with her husband Robert, in Indianapolis, IN. Vicky worked as an IT Program Manager for Mercy Health. She is survived by her children James Mabry (Courtney), Melissa Marlin (Nick), Robert Egolf, Rebecca Stidham (Chad), Donald Porter (Darlene), Cory Porter (Laura), Christopher…

O’Dell T. Tracy, 92, entered into eternal life on Saturday, September 5, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood KY. Daughter of Hargis and Florence Sallee, O’Dell was a long time member of Erlanger Baptist Church. She volunteered for St. Elizabeth Thrift Shop, and worked for Western Union as well as the Campbell and Kenton…

Owen Paul Huffman, 87, of Elsmere, KY passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015, at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. Paul worked as a commercial carpenter for the Carpenters’ Union # 698 for over 50 years. He also was the treasurer for the Carpenters’ Union for 25 years, the treasurer and delegate of the Northern…

John “Michael” Walsh, 68, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Walsh was a retired real estate broker with Michael Walsh Realty, Inc. for 25 years and served our country in the United States Marine Corps. during Vietnam. He…

COVINGTON- Ruth C. Williams, 92, passed away Monday August 31st at St Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood KY. She worked as a secretary for Monarch Tool and Manufacturing for 25 years and was involved in several organizations including Eastern Star for 60 years, American Legion, past president post 41 Am Vets, DAV, Elsmere Seniors and Florence Star…

Sister Teresa Wolking, OSB, died peacefully in the early Monday morning of August 31 at St. Walburg Monastery at age 95. A Benedictine sister for over 76 years, Sr. Teresa served as teacher at Villa Madonna Academy, Holy Cross High School and St. Henry High School, the archivist at Villa Madonna Academy and St. Walburg…

Ann Q. Clark, 90, of Erlanger, Ky., passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Sunday, August 30, 2015. Born 2/1/25, she was the daughter of John Henry Quast and Margaret Dawson. Mrs. Clark is survived by: her son John Dawson (Robin) Clark; grandchildren Dana Katherine and Samuel Baylor Clark. She was preceded in death…