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Lisa Barbara Bittlinger, 88 of Villa Hills, passed away Tuesday April 23, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. Mrs. Bittlinger was a retired Operating Room Technician for 31 years with St. Luke Hospital, Ft. Thomas. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, needlepoint and loved to cook. She was preceded in death by her newborn…

Jacob Edward Dean, 88, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Thompson Hood VA Center in Wilmore KY. He was a WWII Army Air Corp. Veteran and a member of American Legion Post 20 in Erlanger. Preceded in death by his brother; Cecil Dean, sisters; Louise Allphin and Edith Brown. Survivors include son; James Dean…

Mary Ann (nee Todd), age 79, passed away on April 21, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. She was retired from the United States Postal Service. Mary was a member of St Joseph Parish in Crescent Springs. She was an active member of the Newport Elks Lodge #273 and its Ladies Auxiliary. She…

Roger Anthony Clos, 41 of Florence, KY passed away on Saturday April 20, 2013 at St. Elizabeth, Florence. Roger, also known as the “Fish Guy”, was a long time employee with World of Pets in Florence. He was an avid fisherman, extremely talented artist and was the inventor of the Dragonflyz Lure. He is survived…

Thomas E. Rettig, 69, of Ft. Mitchell, died Thursday April 18th, 2013 at his residence. He was the Director of Marketing at Gentile Brothers for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Helen Rettig. He is survived by his wife, Jill Rettig of Ft. Mitchell; his daughters, Tracy (Jonathan) Jennings…

Tabatha Roland, age 24, died suddenly April 16th. She was a resident of Burlington and a graduate of Conner High School. Survivors include her mother Tina Roland of Burlington; her father Tony (Debbie Scott) Roland of Independence; a brother Tony Roland Jr. of Burlington; 2 sisters Jessica (Brad) Tomlin of Morningview and Rebecca Holt of…

Jane E. (nee Marshall) age 75, passed away on April 16, 2013. Beloved wife of Robert for 57 years. Loving mother of Linda (Mike) Dault, Bob (Mary) Harig, Connie Shane, Suzan (Mark) Hayden, Michael (Michele) Harig, and Mary Harig. She was preceded in death by her parents Margaret and Clarence Marshall, sister Mildred Arnold and…

Elfredia Joyce Poynter, 90 of Florence, KY passed away Monday April 15, 2013 at Baptist Village in Erlanger. Mrs. Poynter was a homemaker and a member of Florence Christian Church in Florence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Poynter and sister, Wyetta Langenbrunner. She is survived and will be missed by her…

Daniel R. Spare, 52, passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Jo Spare (2012) and his great nephew Brennan Flannery (2012). He will be dearly missed by his loving wife Karen Spare (Lecuit nee) of Hebron, KY, his children Nick, Teresa, and Matt of Hebron, KY,…

Dorothy (Panko) Suchanek, deeply loved and devoted wife, adored mother, and gentle grandmother, 66, long-time resident of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2013. She was a retired manager with the United States Postal Service in Cincinnati. Mrs. Suchanek is survived by her loving husband, Jason Suchanek of Ft. Mitchell, KY; children:…

Danielle Marie Duell, 33, of Burlington, KY passed away Thursday April 11, 2013 at University Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. Danielle was a Registered Nurse in the Stress Lab at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, KY. She is survived by her husband Frank E. Duell, son Sabin Brothers, daughter Ella Duell, parents Steven Estey and Sheree…

Arthur E. Rogers, 89, of Cincinnati died April 10th at Mercy Hospital, Western Hills in Cincinnati. He worked as a chef with Shillito’s for 40 years. His wife Frances Rogers preceded him in death in 1999. Survivors include his sister Barbara Rogers Palmer of Lexington, nephews Arthur Green Rogers of Bloomfield, KY, James Tracy Rogers…

Donald “Don” J. Kathman, age 82, died Wednesday April 10th at his residence in Burlington. He was a retired sales manager for Duro Bag Co. where he worked for 25 years. Don was a longtime member of St. Pius X Church in Edgewood and a proud veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his…

Jo Ann Huninghake, 78, of Elsmere, KY died peacefully on Wednesday April 10th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She worked as a beautician and a foster parent for over 25 years. She was preceded in death by her son, Joseph Frank Huninghake Jr. and her sister, Betty Lou Ginn. She is survived by her…

Marian L. Aller, 68, of Villa Hills, KY died peacefully on Monday April 8th at her residence. She worked as a social worker and homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Veronica Gajdos. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Bryan Aller; her daughters, Kimberly Osiecki of Baltimore, MD,…

Veanetta Marie Chumbley, 83, of Erlanger, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2013. She was retired from Cincinnati Bell Telephone Company where she served 46 years. Veanetta loved spending time with her family, traveling, dining out, as well as, tending to her home. She was preceded in death by her brother, Harold Corbin.…

August Major Steininger , beloved infant, died Thursday April 4, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, Ohio. Survived by parents Andrew and Caitlin Steininger , brothers Maceachen and Miles Steininger of Cincinnati, grandparents Mike and Jan Steininger of Ft. Wayne, In and William and Catherine MacEachen of Cincinnati, Oh, also many aunts, uncles and cousins.…

Joel Ashley Redlinger, 29, passed away on April 3, 2013 in Covington Ky. He was preceded in death by his father William A. Redlinger III (2001). Joel will be dearly missed by his loving mother Donna L. Redlinger (nee Wagner) of Ft. Wright, KY, brother Louis W. Redlinger (Jennifer) of Erlanger, KY, sister Jillian M.…

Martha Jane (Nieman) Freihofer, age 71, loving wife of Alex Freihofer, passed away on April 3, 2013. Martha was an elementary school teacher at Blessed Sacrament School in Ft. Mitchell, KY. Martha and her husband, Alex, soon started their own business, “Freihofer Bakery” in Ft. Mitchell, KY and Covington, KY, where Martha was a cake…

Robert “Bob” G. Fuehner, 82, of Florence, died Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence. He was a printer for over 40 years and a Knight of St. John. He was preceded in death by parents, George and May Fuehner, and his sister, Lorraine Fuehner. He is survived by his wife, Mildred…

Frieda Elizabeth (nee Schwaller) Glaser 89, Villa Hills, KY formerly of Bartlett, TN. died at her daughter’s home in Hebron on Wednesday April 3, 2013. She was a homemaker who raised her family in Northern Kentucky. She and her husband moved to Bartlett, Tennessee in 1971. She returned to Northern Kentucky in 2010. Frieda loved…

Dorothy Easton, 91, of Crittenden, Kentucky was called to her heavenly home on Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Her husband Arnold ‘Buck’ Easton passed on to Heaven in 2004. Dot and Buck had lived on their farm across from the Turfway Race Track in Florence from 1938-1979 before retiring to a farm in Crittenden Ky along…

Jo Lynn Poppe nee Jackson, 59, of Okeana, OH died peacefully on Monday April 1st, at her sister Jackie Kordenbrock’s residence. She worked at WS Packaging for over 10 years as a customer service representative. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Bernice Jackson, and her brothers, Michael and Jeffrey Jackson. She…

Filomena Catalano (Nee Palmieri), 80, of Ft. Wright, KY passed away Sunday March 31, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood. Filomena worked as a seamstress for Burkharts Clothing and is a member of St. Agnes Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Catalano in 2010. She is survived by her…

Jesse R. Harney, Jr., 77 of Newport, KY passed away on March 30, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood. Mr. Harney was a retired truck driver for Ryerson Trucking. He was a dedicated teamster for local 100 and a KY Colonel. He was preceded in death by his wife; Donna L. Goetz-Harney in 2008. Mr.…

FLORENCE – Allen R. Fennell, 65, passed away on March 30, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. Allen was known for his sense of humor and his love of fishing. He was preceded in death by his parents Gordon Fennell and Grace McKenna , his brothers Walter and Neil Fennell, his sister Carolyn…

James Timothy (Tim) Hedrick, 52, of Burlington, KY, sadly passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at UK Medical Center in Lexington. He was employed by Toyota Manufacturing in Georgetown, KY. He is survived by his fiancé, Sharlene Adams and his dog Rudy of Burlington. He also leaves behind his loving family; parents, Jim &…

Dorothy Ann Voskuhl, 89, of Crescent Springs, KY passed away Wednesday March 27, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Dorothy was a homemaker but also worked at and retired from the Drawbridge Inn where she served in many different positions. She also worked in traffic and the tea room at Shillito’s. She is survived…

Cheryl Kilwy, 58, of Union, KY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She was a homemaker, whose soul is as beautiful as the garden she tended to. She was also a member of Hempsteade Bowling League, as well as, the Lake Waynoka Association. Cheryl was preceded in death by…

Louise Aylor, age 87, of Florence, KY, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, March 26, at Emeritus at Edgewood. She was the daughter of Stanley and Helen (Tanner) Aylor. She is survived by her sister, Carolyn (the late Harold) Conrad, and brothers Clyde (Imogene), Wendell (Janet), The Rev. Dr. Charles (Dorothy). Louise was a lifelong member of…

ELSMERE – Dustin “Dusty” Michael Jerauld, 30, passed away on March 25, 2013 at Drake Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. He was an avid Reds fan and an lover of pickup trucks and dogs. He will be dearly missed by his loving parents Bill L. Jerauld and Pat J. Robinson of Elsmere, KY. His brothers Steve…

Clifford Leo Brungs, 85 of Edgewood, KY passed away on March 24, 2013 at St. Margaret Hall Nursing Home in Cincinnati. Mr. Brungs was a retired manager with the I.R.S. He proudly served his country as a Sgt. in the Army during WWII. While enlisted in the Army he received the victory ribbon and the…

FLORENCE- Verniece Alma Lukes, 94, passed away Wednesday March 20th at Colonial Gardens in Florence. She was a clerical worker with King Machine Tool in Cincinnati for 12 years and enjoyed knitting and needlework in her spare time. She is preceded in death by her husband Edward Lukes in 2006. Survivors include her daughter Christine…

Stuart C. Mathes, 84, of Elsmere, died Tuesday March 19th, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence. He was a supervisor for GE for over 35 years and a Freemason . He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Mathes. He is survived by his sister-in- laws, Edna Wilson of Union, and Betty Marksberry…

Peggy Garrard, 81, of Crescent Springs passed away Saturday March 16, 2013 at her residence. She was a homemaker. Peggy is survived by her children John Garrard, Tom Garrard (Melanie), Sharon Niewahner, Nancy Trenkamp (Mark), Linda Elmore (Bo), Karen Schwabe, Kathy Smith, and Peggy Cress (Paul), 22 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 1 great great…

Quinlan, Joyce Mary, 94 October 15, 1918 to March 15, 2013. At 6:40 am, Joyce peacefully passed on to heaven. She spent her final hours surrounded by the people who loved her. Joyce was preceded in death by her father, William Martin Quinlan, her mother Doris Herfurth Quinlan Hermes, and her step father Arnold J.…

Dale J. Moss, 60 of Florence, KY passed away Friday March 15, 2013 in Corinth, KY. Mr. Moss was a truck driver and is survived by his loving parents; Marvin and Margaret Moss of Edgewood, KY, sister; Debbie Luckermann of Cleves, OH, and dear friend Judi Gallagher of Florence, KY. A visitation will be held…

VILLA HILLS- Vera Fitzenberger, 94 passed away March 14th at Madonna Manor Nursing Home in Villa Hills. She was a homemaker, member of St Ann’s Society, Crescent Springs Seniors, Hill Toppers and a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Parish in Erlanger. She was preceded in death by her husband Elmer, sons Ronald, David and…

Helen Marie Heimbrock (nee Peters), 82, of Union, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 14, 2013 at her home. She was a homemaker, and preceded in death by her husband, Paul J. Heimbrock (1999). Survivors include her daughters, Jane (Bill) Terrell, Villa Hills, KY and Karen Williamson, Burlington, KY; sons, Paul David Heimbrock, Florence,…

Hubert Turner, 97, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 13 at Baptist Towers in Covington, KY. He was an avid horse racing fan and loved to go fishing. Hubert is survived by his daughters, Eileen (Don) Shelton and Gerri (Rick) Nienaber; sons, John (Debbie) Turner, Keith (Jane) Turner and Kevin Turner. Also is survived by 13…

June Marie McClain, age 80 years, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at Villaspring Health Care in Erlanger. Mrs. McClain was a retired assistant manager of laundry for 21 years with St. Elizabeth and Tri State Health Care. She was preceded in death by her husband; William R. McClain in 2004.…

Clarence J. Ward, 90, of Erlanger, KY, died on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Ft. Thomas, KY. Clarence was an employee for Largo Florida School System and previously worked for Hassen Motors in Cincinnati, OH. An Army veteran of WWII and member of the VFW and American Legion. He was also…

Katherine P. Helmer, 88, of Florence, died peacefully on Thursday, March 7th at her residence. She worked at Aetna Life Insurance Co. & retired from Ockerman Middle School cafeteria. She volunteered at St. Luke Hospital Florence for 10 years after retirement. Katherine was also a member of St. Paul Parish, Prime Time, and Tri-City senior…

BURLINGTON – Francis Patrick “Pat” Callahan, 75, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at Villa Spring Nursing Center in Erlanger, KY. Pat was an active duty Marine for three years, served on the parish council for Mary Queen of Heaven Church, was an avid golfer, fisherman, woodworker and family man. He was preceded in…

Gerald “Jerry” Ittig, 65 of Villa Hills, KY passed away on Monday, March 4, 2013 at his residence. Jerry was a member of St. Joseph Church in Crescent Springs, KY and belonged to the Villa Hills Civic Club. He was a retired machinist with G.E. He is survived by his loving daughter, Shelly Ittig of…

COVINGTON- Wilbert G. Stulz, born in 1918, passed away Monday March 4th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, at the age of 94. He worked as a salesman with the D.F. Hausman Co. for 17 years and at the Kenton County Golf Course after his retirement. He was a devoted member of St Henry Parish…

Eva Klopfer, 47, of Covington, died Sunday March 3rd at her residence. She worked in warehousing for Amazon for three years. She was preceded in death by her father, Alery Smith Jr.; her son, Steve Powell; her sisters, Sandra Smith and Penny Ratliff; and her brother Larry Powell. She is survived by her mother, Nancy…

Edwin Francis Scudder, 05/23/1924 – 02/28/2013, cherished husband of the late Joyce Ann Scudder, passed away on Thursday February 28, 2013. He was a resident of Villa Spring in Erlanger, KY and was 88 years old. He is survived by his children, Theresa Summers, Linda Scudder, David Scudder, Anthony Scudder, Gary Scudder, Regina Mansour, Brian…

Mary M. Lakeman (nee Depenbrock), age 81, died February 28, 2013 at Florence Park Care Center. She was a resident of Burlington and a former resident of Covington. Mary was homemaker and a devoted and loving caregiver. Survivors include her daughter Kathy Donahue (Dave); a son Matthew Lakeman and 1 granddaughter Kelsey Donahue. Visitation will…

Carolyn Jean Tye, 64, of Covington, KY, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, KY. She was a dedicated employee of the Kroger Co., and the consummate mother and grandmother, always giving to others. Even in death she donated her corneas to others. She was preceded in death by her…

BURLINGTON – Taylor Walters, 20, passed away on February 26, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Taylor will be dearly missed by his love in parents Alan D. Walters and Sheryl (nee Brackenridge) Walters, his sister Jenny Walters and family and countless friends. Visitation will take place at Linnemann Family Funeral Home in…

Rita L. Robisch, 92, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2013. She was the last surviving daughter of the twelve children of John E. and Mary (Madden) Schreck. For many years she worked in the Schreck family grocery on Patton St., and as a sales clerk for the J.C. Penney store in downtown Covington. She…

Margaret M. Gronefeld, 92 of Erlanger, KY passed away on Monday, February 25, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. In her younger days, Mrs. Gronefeld played under the lights as a professional in the women’s softball league. She was a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church in Erlanger and a retired cafeteria worker…

Stephen W. Harkness, 67 of Verona passed away on Wednesday February 20, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Ft. Thomas. Mr. Harkness was a retired self employed computer project manager and was a member of the Democrat Party. He is survived by his loving family; Lynn Harkness of Verona, KY, Stephen E. Harkness of Verona, KY,…

Sophia A. Ryan, 89, of Elsmere, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, February 15, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. She was a parishioner at St. Henry Church where she was in the choir for 45 years. Sophia was preceded in death by her loving husband Robert Ryan.…

James Edward Mulcahey, 74, of Ft. Thomas, died Thursday February 14th, 2013 at Greystone nursing home. Jimmy attended Holy Cross High School. He was the star centerfielder and Mr. Graduate of his class in 1957. After high school he became active in the Kenton County Men’s Democrat Club and was elected as their youngest president.…

Mary Lucille “Lucy” McNamara, 92, of Erlanger, died Wednesday February 13th, 2013 at Rosedale Green in Latonia. She was a secretary for a printing company and customer service representative for CVS. She was preceded in death by her husband, John P. McNamara. She is survived by her good friends Marilyn and Paul Busch of Erlanger…

Howard Lee Forsythe an honorable, proud and proper man passed away at his residence on Tuesday February 12, 2013. Howard worked for over 30 years at Delta Airlines. Howard is survived by his wife of 50 years, Loretta and 5 children: Tom, Tina, Terry, Sandy, and Debbie, 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild and brother Joe…

Helen Juergens, age 72 of Burlington, died February 12, 2013 at her residence. She was a beautician. Helen was preceded in death by her husband Louis Juergens, who died in 2012. Survivors include 3 sons Andrew of Cincinnati, Patrick of Erlanger and Christopher of Florence; 2 daughters Rita Juergens of Cincinnati and Shellie Ryan of…

Jean A. Doellman (nee: Middendorf), 77, of Lakeside Park, KY, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2013 at the Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport, KY. She was very active at Mary Queen of Heaven Church where she served as a longtime sacristan and as a Eucharistic minister. She was preceded in death by her siblings:…

Maxine Emilion (Staggs) Tully, 91, of Albuquerque, NM passed away Monday February 11, 2013 at Los Palomas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Albuquerque. She was a homemaker, mother and long-time former resident of Erlanger, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Robert Tully and her 3 sisters and 4 brothers. She is…

FLORENCE- Janice Sexton, 73, passed away February 10th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She worked as a cook/waitress for K&K Restaurant in Covington for 53 years and was a member of Elsmere Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Sexton and sister Jean Sexton. Survivors include her son Johnny Sexton…

Aaron Lester “Ho Ho” Jones, 69 of Burlington passed on Saturday February 9, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence. He was retired with the Kroger, Co. in Cincinnati, OH. Mr. Jones was a proud Marine and served his country during the Vietnam Era. He belonged to the American Legion and was a member of Pleasant…

Eugene “Cowboy” W. Weisgerber, age 79 and a resident of Burlington died February 9th in Monroe, La. He was a self-employed truck driver and a U.S. Air Force veteran. Survivors include a son Eugene “Bucky” Weisgerber; a daughter Kay Lynn Baker, and a stepson Russell Barringer. Eugene was the grandfather of Stacy Banks- Stacey, and…

June E. Koehler, 90, of Villa Hills, KY passed away Saturday February 9, 2013 at Madonna Manor. June was an accountant at Thomas More College for 12 years and retired in 1987. She was also a former long time member of St. Henry Church, current member of St. Joseph Church in Cold Spring, and a…

Candy Elliott 62, of Ft. Mitchell died Sunday February 9, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Edgewood. She was preceded in death by parents Edward and Genevieve Elliott and brother Edward Elliott Jr. She was a Kentucky Colonel. Candy was an angel here on earth and touched the hearts of all those she met. She is…

Fred “Skip” Hofmann, 75, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Gladys Hofmann. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Kathleen Hofmann of Erlanger, KY, his daughters, Stephanie Eriksson of Sweden, and Jennifer Poe of Erlanger, KY,…

James “Ken” Kenneth Peters, age 79, died February the 8th at his residence in Union, KY. He was a retired supervisor with U.S. Steel Manufacturing and a proud veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his wife Muriel Peters; 2 daughters Deborah “Debbie” Langel and Susan “Mickey” Threadgill; a sister Donna Johnson and a…

Paul F. Towe, 79, of Erlanger, KY passed away Wednesday February 6, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY. Paul and his late wife, Marian Francis Carrino Towe, were the founders of Towe Specialty Appraisals Inc. in Erlanger, KY. He was a member of St. Henry Church and served as an usher for many…

BURLINGTON – Nancy Lynn House (nee Hundley) 76, passed away on February 6, 2013 at Dearborn County Hospital, IN. She was an active member of the Joy Club, the Red Hat Fillies Society and the Burlington First Church of Christ. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Gene House, her brothers Neal and L.…

BURLINGTON – Mary Ann Boh (nee Lankheit) 89, passed away at her residence in Florence on February 3, 2013. She was a founding member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Burlington, KY. Mary Ann was preceded by her husband William in 1992. She will be dearly missed by her children David W. Boh…

Cunha, Flora of Union, formerly of Lake Placid, FL. Passed away on February 3, 2013 following a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Amadeu. She is survived by her adopted children, Gloria of San Francisco, CA, Christopher (Donna) of Union, Keith (Catherine) of Marietta, GA, and Janice Foster,…

Loretta Hart, 79, of Florence, died Sunday February 3rd, 2013 at Madonna Manor Nursing Home in Villa Hills. She was a bus driver for the Boone County School District. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond Myers, and her second husband, Earl Hart. She is survived by her daughters, Sharyn Johnson of…

George Edwin Stewart, 88, of Crescent Springs, KY, died on Sunday, February 3rd, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He was a business executive and a Kentucky Colonel. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Joanne A. Stewart, one sister, and six brothers. He is survived by his wife, Irene Stewart of Crescent…

Adalie Grace Koth passed peacefully in the arms of her family on February 2, 2013. She was the daughter of Courtney Pike and Ronald Koth. Adalie is survived by her sister, Eren Koth and her brother, Austin Koth, maternal grandparents Wayne and Stephanie Pike; paternal grandparents Ronald Koth and Jeannie Binkley, great grandparents Stan and…

Jerry Ames Downer Lickliter, 74, of Union, KY passed away Friday February 1, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Jerry was a homemaker and a member of Big Bone Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Mike Lickliter, daughter Joan Lickliter, son Robert Lickliter, granddaughters Leslie Lickliter Mosier and…

Anna Hutchison, 79 of Erlanger, KY passed away on January 31, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. She was a retired government employee and a member of the Newport First Church of the Nazarene in Newport, KY. Mrs. Hutchison is survived by her loving daughter; Vickie Zitt of Erlanger, KY, sons; Steven (Marisa) Hutchison of…

Samuel Chalk, 4 days old, passed away on January 30, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. He is survived by his parents Sarah Streutker and Edward “Tad” Chalk, brother Benjamin, sister Madison, grandparents Peggy and Joseph Chalk and Alen and Charlene Streutker. A memorial visitation will be held Tuesday February 19, 2013 from…

James Anthony Dugan, age 73, died Tuesday January 29th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, South in Florence. He was resident of Hebron, KY. James was a retired Sales and Operations Manager in the chemical supply industry, a proud veteran of the United States Army and a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Survivors include his…

BURLINGTON – Susan M. Gurren (nee Coldiron), 45, passed away at her home in Burlington on January 29, 2013. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband Steve Gurren of Burlington, KY her step-daughters Holly (Steve) Trenkamp and Jenna Gurren of Burlington, KY, her brothers Jerry Coldiron of Boca Raton, FL and David Coldiron…

Margaret McEvoy, age 92, died at her residence in Florence. Margaret was a homemaker, loving mother and longtime Florence resident. She was preceded in death by her husband William B. McEvoy. Survivors include her son Dennis (Myra) McEvoy; her sister Frances Stephens; grandchildren Molly (Matt) Boh, Casey (Debbie) McEvoy, Ryan (Jill) McEvoy and Megan (Neil)…

Evelyn Margaret Stephens, 90, of Erlanger, died Monday January 28th, 2013 at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport. She was a reservationist for Americana Hotel for 23 years and a member Mary Queen of Heaven Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Minnie Hoersting; her husband, Harry Stephens Jr.; her brothers, Charlie,…

As toddlers, Betty Weidner’s grandkids often cried when it was time to leave her warm, welcoming home. To ease the parting, she filled a metal box with sweets and called it “Goodbye Candy.” Her sixteen grandchildren, now in their twenties and thirties, still remember fondly that “sweet sorrow.” Betty Jane Collett Weidner, age 88, died…

Eva Marie Wartmann, 62, of Edgewood, KY passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Eva was a member of St. Pius X Church, the former Director of Tennis at Five Seasons Family Sports Club, and a former staff member at the Parish Kitchen. She is survived by her husband…

UNION- Mildred Rice, 87, passed away peacefully Thursday January 24th at her residence in Union. She was a professional mom greatest ever. Survivors include her husband James Rice Jr., children Joyce Eads, James Rice III, Sara Isaacs, Jenny Rice, Jack Rice, Joe Rice, Junetta Weltzer, Jeanne Swikert, Jill Jordan, Jamie Rudolph, and Jerry Rice. Also…

George Allen Hicks, 71, died on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Covington. He was a painter for the Hilton Company for over ten years, a Kentucky Colonel, a member of Linden Social Club and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police for District 1 in Covington. He was preceded in…