PAST SERVICES

Mary E. Post, nee: D’Amico, 93, formerly of Philadelphia, PA, passed away on Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at the Baptist Village Care Center in Erlanger, KY. She was a graduate of the Helen Fleisher Vocational School in Philadelphia with a diploma in dress making, and worked at the Naval Air Material Center in Philadelphia during…

Dorothy Fritsch Knox Kenton, Age 95, died July 2nd at her residence in Florence. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her first husband William Knox, her second husband Raymond Kenton, and a daughter Peggy Perry. Survivors include her son Ray Kenton of Hebron; daughters Karen Kenton of Florence, Marlene Kenton of…

Margaret “Margie” Retzler, 84, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Retzler in 2008. She is survived by her step daughter, Elaine Parker (Jeff) of Madeira, OH, her brother, Ed Hering of Ft. Thomas, KY,…

Harry E. Rechtin, 86, of Florence, KY passed away on Saturday, June 30th, 2012 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence, KY. Harry was a United States Army WWII veteran, and retired from the U.S Postal Service. He is survived by his loving wife Marion “Phyllis” Rechtin of Florence, KY; son Donald Rechtin (Linda) of…

Roger L. Hardin, 59 of Newport, KY passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. Roger leaves behind his loving wife, Mary, his dog Bo-Bo, brothers, Michael, Steven, Mark and his sisters, Gail, Debbie, Cheryln and Lois and his beloved niece, Elli and nephew, Bobby and many other family…

Jack H. Paul, 74, of Florence, KY passed away Thursday June 28, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, KY. Jack worked and retired as an Auditor for the Government Accountability Office (GAO). He is survived by his loving wife Mary Jo Paul of Florence, KY; his son Brian (Zoë) Saint-Paul of Baltimore, MD; and…

ERLANGER, KY – Drusilla (Dru) E. Hughes, 89, passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood on June 26, 2012. Dru was a loving mother and a dear friend to many. She was preceded in death by her husbands Charles G. Taylor and Roy E. Hughes as well as her siblings Helen, Harriet, Buddy,…

Nolan Michael Halenkamp, one week old, passed away at Childrens Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday, June 26, 2012. He is survived by his parents, Michael and Erin Halenkamp of Hebron, KY, his maternal grandmother, Gail Rieger, and paternal grandparents, Nancy and John Hicks, and Larry Hallenkamp and Debbie Smalley. Visitation will be…

Leo J. Brophy, Jr., 96, of Fort Wright, died Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at his residence. He was the founder of Brophy Insurance and Real Estate, Inc.; an Army Veteran of World War II where he served with the 254th Infantry Regiment, 63rd Division; a life-long member of St. Agnes Parish; one of the founding…

FLORENCE, KY – Michael E. Apgar, 63, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. He was exceptionally active in the Northern Kentucky community as well as retired from both Cincinnati Bell and Sanitation District one, where he was the director of Governmental Affairs. He is preceded in death by his father Gene M.…

ERLANGER- Charles Clayton Pope, 95, passed away June 25th at Baptist Convalescent Center in Newport KY. He worked in Maintenance with the William Powell Valve Company from 1934-1962. He was preceded in death by his wife Vonna Marie Pope in 2006. Survivors include his son Ralph Pope of Walton KY, 5 grandchildren and 7 great…

EDGEWOOD- Jody Magen Hayes, 23, passed away Monday June 25th. She was a recent graduate from Northern Kentucky University with a B.A. in Nursing. Jody was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church, Freshman Ambassador of Students and volunteered at Redwood Rehabilitation Center. Survivors include her parents William and Virginia Hayes of Edgewood, Brother Stefan (Kimberly)…

Martha J. Quinn (nee Sparks), 82, of Edgewood, KY passed away Friday June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Martha worked in the office at 5/3 Bank for 30 plus years. She is survived by her twin sons Michael and Patrick Quinn, daughters Katie and Nancy Quinn, daughter in law Nobuko, 10 grandchildren, and 8…

John D. Burcham, 58, of Burlington, passed away on Friday, June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He was a salesman at Winwater Works, was an active member of Burlington Baptist Church, a member of the board of the Burlington Cemetery prior to his illness, and a longtime coach of local youth athletics.…

Julia Schnorbus (nee Gainey), 89, of Fort Wright, KY passed away June 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Julia was the eldest lifelong member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Covington, KY. Julia was born on August 15, 1922 and graduated from Holmes High School in 1940. Julia was a loving person who…

Margaret Louise Ehrenfels, 58, of Florence, died Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. She was also very active at Mary Queen of Heaven and Saint Timothy Parishes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward J. and Dolores (Carroll) Garrett, Sr. Survivors include her husband Jim Ehrenfels; daughters, Kelly…

ELSMERE- Marshall “Ray” Deatherage, 75, passed away June 20th at Villa Spring Nursing Home in Erlanger. Ray was preceded in death by his brothers Allen and Paul Deatherage. Survivors include his daughter Kelly Comp of Erlanger, son Eric Daniel of Walton, brother Charlie Deatherage of Elsmere and sister Irene Howard of Independence. Also surviving are…

Mary J. Grout, nee: Baumann, 86, formerly of Villa Hills, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Grout, and her brother, Rev. Edward J. Baumann. She is survived by her children: Ed Grout (Pam), Mary Anne Kordenbrock (Bob), Carol Koester…

William “Bill” Russel Faris, 90, of Florence, KY passed away Wednesday June 20, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. Bill worked as a milkman for Clover Leaf Dairy and was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife Lavern Faris and son Lonnie Faris. He is survived by his son Greg…

FLORENCE – Franklin Scott Rudd, 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 20,2012. He was a NAVY veteran and retired from the United States Postal Service. Frank will be dearly missed by his wife Connie Rudd (Bohman) of 37 years, his sons, Darran Voorhees (Julie), Darral Voorhees, and Shane Voorhees (Bernice) as well…

Don Thomas Fletcher, 58, died June 19, 2012 of natural causes with his family at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. He was born May 19, 1954 in Cincinnati, OH. He worked 28 years as a telecom technician, primarily at various P&G facilities. The only thing bigger than his smile was his heart. He genuinely…

CRESCENT SPRINGS- Linus J. Meder, 70, passed away June 18th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He worked as a Systems Analyst with IBM. Survivors include his brother Tom Meder of Crescent Springs, niece Sharon Aubrey of Burlington, niece Laura Billiter of Crescent Springs, and nephew Michael Cason of LaGrange KY. Funeral services will be…

Frank H. Wood, age 63 and a resident of Erlanger died June 18th at his home. He was a retired plumber with PLAS Plumbing. Frank was a longtime active member of St. Paul Church. Survivors include his wife Sally (Burkardt) of Erlanger;daughters Beth King of Park Hills, Sarah Wood of Erlanger, and Kate Wood of…

FLORENCE – Russell Rowland, 87, passed away at his residence on June 16, 2012. Son of Howard Rowland and Mary Florence (Beagle)and a native of Harrison County, KY. He served in the United States Navy during WWII, worked for General Electric for 38 years, a member of the American Legion, and a member of Erlanger…

Bertha Frances Reed, 81, of Florence, KY passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center. Frances was the daughter of Dub and Juey Tinsley. Frances is preceded in death by her beloved husband Boyd Reed; her two daughters Dianne Reed and Judith Renner; and her brother Lowell Tinsley. She is survived…

Brian Michael Nuttall, 53, of Erlanger, died Friday, June 15, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a courier for Pinpointe Logistics, Cincinnati. Survivors include his: father and step-mother, George J. and Julie Nuttall, Jr. of Clinton, N. J. ; mother, Catherine Nuttall of Piscataway, N. J.; sister, Colleen Nuttall of Ft. Mitchell; nephew,…

Mary A. Blackburn (nee Walter), 61, of Erlanger, KY passed away Thursday, June 14, 2012 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospice facility in Edgewood, KY. Mary is a retired Librarian from Whites Tower Elementary and worked part time in the Walmart Deli. She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Lucille Walter and her sister…

Dwight S. Hasselberger, age 69, died Thursday June 14th at his Burlington residence. He was a retired HVAC estimator and project manager for Ivey Mechanical and a member of Daybreak Community Church of Northern KY Church. Dwight was a proud veteran and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was…

Elsie Longley, age 99, died June 13th at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She was a homemaker and former resident of South Bend, Indiana. Survivors include her daughter Phyllis Lynch of Union and her son Jack Longley of Los Gatos, CA. Elsie was the proud grandma of 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.…

Elsie Longley, age 99, died June 13th at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She was a homemaker and former resident of South Bend, Indiana. Survivors include her daughter Phyllis Lynch of Union and her son Jack Longley of Los Gatos, CA. Elsie was the proud grandma of 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.…

Charles H. (Bud) Breetz, 80, of Villa Hills, died on Tuesday, June 12, 2012, at his residence. He was a commercial construction superintendent for Midwest Contractors in Cincinnati; a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict; a member of St. Joesph Church, Crescent Springs; a member of the Boonie’s Old Geezers of Ft. Mitchell ; a…

Flick, Joseph T. beloved husband of the late Martha Jean (Ralenkotter) dear father of Sandy Gish (Bob), Richard (Janet Thoss), Lori O’Daniel (Rick), Jeff (Karen Love), grandfather to Missy Gish (Moses Moore),Matt Gish, Mark Gish, Andy Gish, Kerri Richardson (Jason), Erin Harlow (Jason), Casey Flick (Bethany Gastright), Rob Flick, Tony O’Daniel (Jen Ruschman), Christi Owens…

Jason Kyle Claypool, 38, passed away unexpectedly on June 11, 2012. He was a loving son, brother, father, fiancé and friend, as well as a member of the Moonlite Hunting and Fishing Club and a diesel mechanic for Interstate Trailer. He was preceded by his father Carlos Ray Claypool and niece Lilian Kelly. Jason will…

FLORENCE- Lieselotte Hartley, 87, passed away June 10th at Woodcrest Manor Nursing Home in Erlanger. She was a restaurant manager/cook with Country Kitchen for 40 plus years. She is survived by her sons Dieter Hartley of Union KY, James Hartley of Kenton County and sister Hannah Siedon of Canada. Also surviving are 4 grandchildren and…

Bernice Willis, 67, of Harrison, OH passed away Saturday June 9, 2012 at the Drake Center Hospice. She worked in maintenance at Edgecliff Apartments for 15 years. She is survived by her husband Lendell Willis of Harrison, OH, daughter Cindy Batchelor(Jeff) of West Harrison, IN, son Chris Willis(Penny) of Cincinnati, OH, Grandsons Ryan Batchelor(Missy) of…

Mary, 93, of Covington, KY passed away Saturday June 9, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mary was a homemaker and a member of Erlanger Baptist Church, the American Legion in Latonia, and Ralph Fulton VFW. She is survived by her children Robert H. Schuck (Pat), David L. Schuck (Terry), and Judith L.…

Dorothy Mae (Bell); 93, claimed her eternal reward in heaven on Friday, June 8, 2012. Loving wife who was proceeded in death in 1976 by Rev. Robert E. Bell and Bernard F. Caupp in 2005. Wonderful mother to three daughters and their husbands, Vonda Stevens (Jim Stevens), Ruth Ackerman (Bill Ackerman) and Teresa Braun (Ken…

John E. Rich, 80, of Fort Mitchell, KY, passed away on Saturday June 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospice Facility in Edgewood, KY. John worked and retired from Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company, before he started his own business, Sure Drive Driving School. John is preceded in death by his sister Helena Johnson. He is…

Arlinghaus, Marc passed unexpectedly at his home on June 1,2012. He leaves behind his loving Mother, Romaine, who was his extraordinary caregiver for the last 45years. He will be greatly missed by his devoted sister, Christie and his brother, Gene. Marc was known for his smiles, handshakes and great hugs. He was predeceased by his…

Joan C. Ketron, 58, of Crescent Springs, KY, passed away Thursday May 31, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Fort Thomas, KY. Joan worked as a Mortgage Loan Specialist for Victory Community Bank. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Mary Ellen Grant; sister Jude Polley; and nephew Chris Grant. Joan is…

Virginia “Bobbye” Graves, age 90, died Monday May, 28, 2012 at her residence in Hebron. She retired from a 31 year teaching career with Boone County Schools. Virginia loved to be active in her community and was a member of the Boone County Garden Club and the Boone County Farm Bureau Women. She was a…

Elizabeth Anne “Betty” Ehmet, 86, passed away on Monday, May 28, 2012, at Rosedale Manor in Latonia. Ms. Ehmet was a lifetime member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, KY and a member of the Legion of Mary of Blessed Sacrament. She was a longtime legal secretary before her retirement. She was preceded in…

Catherine F. Mullikin (nee) Rieselman, 93, of Florence, KY passed away Monday May 28, 2012 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospice facility in Edgewood, KY. Catherine is preceded in death by her husband Paul Mullikin; son Bruce Mullikin; brothers Frank “Bud” Rieselman and Edward Rieselman; sisters Dorothy Kain and Virginia Rieselman. She is survived by her daughter…

Grace Marion Coggins Johnson whose fingers so elegantly graced a piano most of the days of her life, joined Our heavenly Father on Friday May 25, 2012. She was 89. Grace was a native New Yorker and grew up surrounded by a large family, consisting of her brothers George and Fred and her sisters, Pearl…

Lillie J., age 80, of Union, KY passed away Wednesday May 23, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. Lillie was a homemaker and a member of Erlanger Christian Church and Eastern Star. She is survived by her children Jonathon Pool, Victoria L. Hyett, and Alex Pool, also their spouses and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and…

Cynthia “Cyndi” Ann, age 51 and a Ludlow resident, died Wednesday May 23rd at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. She was a homemaker and a member of Pleasantview Baptist Church. Cynthia had a passion for music and loved to spend time with her family. Survivors include her husband David Kitz of Ludlow; 3 daughters Shiloh…

Charlotte Jane Bilz Decker, 62, passed away under hospice care on May 23, 2012. Born in Covington, she grew up in Erlanger, and graduated from Notre Dame Academy in 1967. She earned a degree in English from Bellarmine-Ursuline College (now Bellarmine University) in Louisville in 1971 and earned a Masters of Library Science from the…

Michael J., age 70, died Tuesday May 22, 2012 at his residence in Ft. Thomas surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired real-estate sales representative. He was preceded in death by his brother Jeffery R. Sittason and his parents Bowser and Babe Sittason. Survivors include 2 daughters Kelli Sittason (Mark Willoughby) of Villa…

ELSMERE- John Frederick Vagedes, 59, passed away at his residence on May 22, 2012. John is the dearly beloved son of Fred J. and Mary L. Vagedes of Elsmere, KY; father of: Jacob Vagedes of Stoughton, WI; Sara Gair (Nick) of Burlington, KY; James Vagedes of Florence, KY; and Laci Dow of Verona , KY;…

Shirley M. Davis (nee: Whitton) passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. She was a retired registered nurse who worked for various doctors in the Greater Cincinnati area, including Doctors Trinkle and Morris. She also served as the night supervisor at the Marjorie P. Lee Nursing Home until…

Nona S. Hanson (nee Lee), 81, of Florence, KY passed away Monday May 21, 2012 at her residence. She retired after working several years as the Secretary and Bookkeeper at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Nona was very active at Gloria Dei in Sunday School, Women’s Circle, and the Preschool. She was also a member of…

Craig Lee Roebuck, 66, of Independence, KY died Saturday, May, 19, 2012 after a long battle with health issues. Craig was born June 5, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio. Affectionately known as Jaja by his grandchildren, he was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was extremely proud to be a United States Navy…

Thomas Lee Rackley Sr., 59, of Burlington, died Wednesday, May 17, 2012 at home. Tom was an award winning photographer, whose favorite subjects included his grandchildren and nature. He was the loving and devoted Husband, Dad, and Papa. He is preceded in death by his wife Lona Rackley and his Mother Norma Spradlin. He is…

Margaret “Marge” of Florence, 86, passed away Wednesday May 16th at Colonial Gardens in Florence KY. She was a secretary for American Optical for 25 years in Cincinnati, and also worked for Remke’s Bakery in Ft Mitchell for 20 plus years. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church. Survivors include her good friend Susan…

David Wayne Griffin, 27, of Erlanger, KY passed away unexpectedly on Monday May 14, 2012 at his residence in Erlanger. David is survived by his loving mother Wendy Griffin of Erlanger, KY; brother Corporal Zachary Griffin of Erlanger, KY; maternal grandparents Marcia Jean Griffin of Florence, KY; William Lee (Phylis) Griffin of Covington, KY; father…

Robert Aloysius, Jr., 81, passed away May 11 , 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. He was a graduate of Catholic Central High School in Springfield, OH; the owner of Scanlon Marketing and a member of the Springfield, OH Knights of Columbus 627; a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and a friend to…

Betty, 82, of Elsmere, passed away May 11th 2012 at Bridgepoint Nursing Home in Florence. Preceded in death by her daughters Jody Sullivan 1986, and Julie Jump in 1970. Survivors include her daughters Jane Biddle of Burlington and Jenny Grimm of Elsmere, son Jack Jump of Elsmere. Also surviving are 4 grandchildren. Visitation will be…

Ronald “Ron” 75, of Elsmere, KY passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Brinker was a member of St. Henry Church and retired in 1992 after serving 38 years with the Kroger Co. Ron was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mae Bernice Brinker in…

Virginia Collins Brown, age 90, died May 8th at St. Elizabeth Hospice Unit in Edgewood. Virginia loved to garden, cook and spend time with family and friends. She was a devoted member of Florence United Methodist Church and a woman of deep faith. She was preceded in death by her husband Clayton. Survivors include 2…

Terry Kidwell, age 31, died Friday May 4th at his residence. Terry was a short order cook and member of St. Paul Church in Florence. Survivors include his parents Terry and Judy Kidwell of Union, 3 sisters Diana Mouring of Liberty Township, Ohio, Sandra Kidwell of Erlanger, Julie Robinson of Crittenden; a son Terry Lynn…

James “Red” “Jim”, age71, died May 2nd at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. He was a retired agent for US Air, a Vietnam veteran and member of St. Paul Church. Survivors include his wife Mary Ann of Florence, daughters Lisa (Myron) Leick of Burlington , Laura(Kevin) Beach of Crittenden, Amy (Jeff Roberts) Florence, Amanda Knaley…

Mary , age 78, May 1,2012, Florence. Mary Byrns, age 78 died yesterday, May 1st, at her residence in Florence. She was a retired bank teller for Hebron Deposit Bank and member of Hebron Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband Robert of Florence; 2 sons Robert Byrns of Burlington and Timothy Byrns of Hebron; a…

Riley Landon Lange, 13, passed away Saturday April 28, 2012 at his Hebron, KY residence. Riley is a 6th grade student at Conner Middle School in Hebron, KY and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Burlington, KY. He is survived by his parents Brandon and Rachel Shondel, brothers Corbin and C.J. Shondel,…

FLORENCE- Virginia L. Jansen, 96, passed away April 29th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She worked for Franks Tea and Spice in Cincinnati for 31 years. Survivors include her brother-in-law Bill Jansen of Florence, niece Pam Lawrence of Erlanger, niece Mary Lee Hartman of Cleveland OH, nephew David Jansen of Covington, nephew Gary Eilers…

VILLA HILLS- Ruth A. Rolf, 76, died Thursday April 26th at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. She worked as an x-ray technician with St Elizabeth Hospital in Covington for 5 years before becoming a homemaker, member of St Henry Church in Elsmere and a member of the Hope Cottage Guild in Ft Wright. She was…

Rita Ann (Dwyer) Kahmann, 82, of Erlanger, died Thursday, April 26, 2012, at Baptist Village Care Center, Erlanger. She was retired as a clerk for Dolly Madison, Covington; and a long-time member of St. Henry Church, Elsmere. Survivors include her husband, Fred B. Kahmann of Erlanger; 2 daughters, Karen (Brent) Yeager of Florence, Lisa (Steve)…

FLORENCE – Peggy Ann Newby (Hiles) 72, passed away April 25, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was a veteran high school bus driver for Boone County and an avid card and bingo player. Peggy is preceded by her dad Earl Hiles, her mom Anna Bell (Dixon) and her daughter Linda Byrne.…

Robert “Bob” Terry Jr., 80, of Burlington, KY passed away Saturday April 21, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Bob worked 40 years as a Maintenance Supervisor for Adam Wuest. He is survived by his: wife of 60 years Louisa “Lou” Terry, son Robert Larry Terry, daughter Carol Terry Mitchell, son David Terry,…

Mary F. Haley, 71, of Erlanger, KY passed away on Saturday April 21, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Care in Edgewood, KY. Mary had worked and retired as an Auditor from the IRS. She is survived by her two sisters Virginia Haley of Dayton, OH; and Clara Gearhart of Virginia Beach, VA; and her 2…

Dorothy C., Hopkins, 95 of Edgewood, KY, formerly of Appleton, WI passed away Thursday April 19, at Emeritus Senior Living in Edgewood. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband George William Hopkins Jr. She is survived by her daughter Susan Dever (John) of Lookout Mountain, GA; son Bill Hopkins (Debbie) of Fort Thomas, KY;…

Lona Lee, 60, of Burlington, died on Wednesday, April 18th 2012 at University of Cincinnati Hospital. She was a loving Wife, Mother, and Nana. She was preceded in death by her mother, Goldie Rackley. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Rackley Sr. of Burlington; her son, Thomas (Angela) Rackley Sr. of Independence; her daughter,…

William M. Geiman, 62, died on Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 in Florence, KY. He retired from bricklaying after 30 years of service and he was a devout Christian performing mission work in many foreign countries. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Blanche Geiman, and his brother Melvin Geiman. He is survived…

Bucky, 74 passed away April 17, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. He was an avid lover of horseracing, who made his living in the industry. He was a member of Local Union 541, and worked at Turfway Park as a mutual clerk for 42 years, as well as Keenland, Church Hill Downs,…

Shannon Jones (nee: Kaiser) 60, of Florence, KY passed away on Friday, April 13, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. Mrs. Jones worked as a bus aide for the Boone County Public Schools and as a cashier at Meijer. She was a volunteer for many years with the Ladies Auxiliary of the Florence Volunteer Fire Department,…

Donald A., 96, of Lakeside Park, KY passed away Tuesday April 10, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Kohorst worked as a tool and die maker for General Motors and was an avid fisherman. He is survived by his children: David Kohorst(Mary) of Bright, IN, Kate Kohorst of Lakeside Park, KY, Marcia…

Virgil Lewis, 83, passed away on April 9, 2012 at his home. He was veteran of WWII and the owner of Lewis Imports in Covington. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 60 years, Lelia Lewis (Griggs) of Elsmere, his daughters Terri Newman (Albert) of Elsmere, Connie Frankenstein of Elsmere and Karen…

Gene Barnes, 81, passed away Sunday April 8th 2012. Gene worked for General Electric as an aircraft inspector for 30 plus years. He was also a member of Erlanger Church of Christ and an Air Force Veteran. Survivors include his wife Dolly Barnes of Erlanger, son Michael (Peggy) Barnes of Crittenden, daughter Michele (Jim) Leach…

Rosemary Neuhaus (Nee: Kahler), 76, passed away on Sunday, April 8, 2012 at Rosedale Manor in Latonia. Mrs. Neuhaus volunteered to tutor reading for the United Ministries, was an aspiring painter, and participated in the many activities at Rosedale Manor. She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Neuhaus and her daughter Kathleen Neuhaus.…

Robert F. Piepmeier, age 68, died Saturday April 7, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence. He was a retired switching equipment tech for Cincinnati Bell and a proud United States Navy Veteran. Survivors include his wife Judy Piepmeier of Union; a stepdaughter Nichole Priesler of Florence; a stepson Jared Smith of Latonia; and a daughter…

Richard A. Day, 42, of Cincinnati, OH passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Thursday, April 5, 2012. Richard served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his loving wife Savy Day of Cincinnati, OH; children Brittany Day of Edgewood, KY; Cameron Day of Richwood, KY; Corie Day of Cincinnati; Ian Day…

John Robert Ramler, 56, died on Thursday, April 5th, 2012 at his residence in Elsmere. He was a Kentucky Colonel, a Maker’s Mark Ambassador, and worked at the Gates Corporation for over 35 years. John was an avid hunter and enjoyed deer hunting season with his cousin Don Brosey and nephew-in-law Jeff Hill. John also…

Joan Hyden, 68, Erlanger, passed away April 2nd at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a hairdresser with Florence Park Care Center for 13 years. Joan was preceded in death by her husband Jesse Hyden, parents Nancy and Hubert Herd and special friend Orlie Jones Jr. sisters Carrie Philpot and June Herd, brothers Robert…

Charlotte K. Brandt, 69, of Crestview Hills, KY passed away Monday April 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Charlotte was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Lakeside Park. Charlotte is preceded in death by her husband Donald Brandt. She is survived by her daughter Marion Bertke (Troy) of Florence, KY;…

William “Bill” M. McAfoose , 62 of Florence died suddenly Sunday April 1, 2012. He was a Chief Operating Officer for Links Unlimited. He served in the United States Army. He is survived by his wife of 22 years Susan McAfoose of Florence, son Steve McAfoose of San Diego, CA and Zachary Morvik (Kristin) of…

James (Jim) Wells, Erlanger, 79, passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Judy Wells, his son Greg Wells (Amie) and grandchildren Ben, Kate, and Eli, as well as his daughter Pati Godsey. Jim was a member of the Masonic…

James E. Kelly, 85, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, an extensive world traveler, a retired Lt. Colonel with the United States Army, a WWII and Korean War Veteran, and a graduate of the Command…

Lloyd, age 88, died March 30th at his residence in Florence. He was a retired Truck Driver with Roadway Trucking and a Mason. He served his country proudly as a Marine in Pacific Theater during WWII. Lloyd was a golf enthusiast and loved working at Boone Links Golf Course. He was preceded in death by…

Marvin Cook, 72, of Erlanger, passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mr. Cook worked at Ryder PIE, attended Florence Baptist Church and Heritage Fellowship, and was an avid baseball and UK Basketball fan. He is survived by his wife of nineteen years, Lucy Cook, who will miss him…

Bernice R. McGranaghan, age 89, died Saturday March 24th at Baptist Village Care Center in Erlanger. She was a homemaker and liked needle work and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husband and a son. Survivors include her daughter Kathleen Gerak of Hebron, KY; her grandchildren Heather, Patrick and 4 great grandchildren, and…

Greg H. Hansen, 62, passed away March 24th 2012 in Elsmere KY. He was a Letter Carrier with the United States Postal Service for 41 years where he retired from the Dixie Branch. He was also an active member of Elsmere Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Bonnie Hansen (nee Dauwe) of Erlanger, sons Scott…

COURTNEY – Amber Nicole Courtney, 22, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2012 in Carroll County. She was an EMS volunteer for the city of Erlanger, a past employee of Frisch’s on Turfway Rd, an avid soccer and basketball athlete and a stout fan of North Carolina basketball. She will be dearly missed by her…

Tilmon, 72, of Florence, KY passed away on Friday, March 23, 2012 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Florence, KY. TIlmon worked 35 plus years at Aris Tech in Florence, KY. Tilmon is preceded in death by his parents William and Emma Milburn; and his brothers William Milburn Jr., Joseph Bradley Milburn, and Paul Milburn. He…