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William Alan Heeb, devoted husband of the late Mary Jo Heeb, loving father of William Heeb (Julie) of Florence,KY, Mary Gene Bengel (Steve) of Bridgetown, OH, Dr. Christopher Heeb (Patty) of Edgewood, KY, Bryan Heeb (Kelly) of Ft. Wright, KY and the late Kevin Heeb. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Passed away on Wednesday, December…

David Vollman, 78, of Union, KY and Naples, FL passed away Tuesday December 6, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. David served in the US Army and the Air Force Reserves and retired from the F.A.A. He is preceded in death by his first wife Helen Vollman (nee) Reeder, and his daughter Julie…

Cora Landen, 90, of Erlanger and formerly of Bracken County, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Landen was a longtime employee of J.C. Penney Co., a member of Erlanger Christian Church, and a member of the Women’s Morning Group at Erlanger Christian Church. She was preceded in…

ERLANGER- Verona Worster, 99, died peacefully December 6th 2011 at Villa Springs Nursing Home in Erlanger. She was a Homemaker and a member of St Henry Church in Elsmere. She was preceded in death by her husband Melward Worster, son Edward Worster and daughter JoAnn Klein. Survivors include her son Donald (Sherry) Worster of North…

Rosario Lagdameo Jansen, 76, of Villa Hills, KY passed away Monday December 5, 2011 at Madonna Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Jansen was the founder of Jansen Image Information Management Company (JIIMCO) and in 1987 accepted the Minority Business Entrepreneur National Service Firm Award of the Year. Rosario is survived by her Husband William Jansen, Children…

Brian List, age 52, died Sunday December 4, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice unit in Edgewood. He was a courier for FEDEX and a resident of Edgewood. Brian enjoyed golf, the Cincinnati Bengals, Notre Dame Football and was a devoted husband and father. He was a member of St. Pius X Church in Edgewood. Survivors…

Stephen Graham, 62, of Edgewood, passed away at his residence on Sunday, December 4th. He was an accountant and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Tami Graham of Edgewood, his daughters, Vicki Graham (Matt) of Austin, TX, and Melissa Graham (Noah) of Edgewood, his mother, Patricia Graham of Ft.…

Jon K., 45, of Erlanger, died on Thursday, December 1st at his residence. He was a printer for the Hennegan Company. He was preceded in death by his father, John Hazen. He is survived by his wife, Angel Hazen of Crestview Hills, KY; his sons, Colten and Jaden Hazen of Crestview Hills; his step-son, Derreck…

Charlotte Smith, 91, died Tuesday , December 1, 2011 at St Charles Care Center, Ft. Wright, KY. She was a longtime member and organist for 55 years at Erlanger Baptist Church. Her son, Charlie Smith, died in March of this year. Survivors include sons: Bill Smith of Jacksonville, FL, Phil Smith of Union, KY, Ken…

Mark E. Walker, 48, of Erlanger, passed away on Wednesday, November 30th at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was a recruiter for Art Institute for 5 years and a member of the Cobra Club. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Walker (Judd) of Erlanger; his parents, Frank and Kathleen Walker of Mt. Airy; his sons,…

LATONIA-Kirk Lawrence Jackels, 55, passed away Monday September 3rd at his residence in Latonia. He worked as an insurance analyst for Anthem for 10 plus years. He was preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Cynthia Jackels. Survivors include his daughter Erica Jackels of Latonia, sister Gwen Smith of Union, brother Matthew Jackels of…

Sarah Minto, 86, of Villa Hills, KY, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills, KY. Sarah loved the Lord and was a member at Lakeside Christian Church for 15 years and an active member in church her entire life. Sarah was a loving and compassionate mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.…

James (Jim) Humble, age 68, died November 26th at St. Elizabeth Health Care in Edgewood after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was a retired traffic manager for Cincinnati Inc. and a veteran of the United States Navy. Survivors include his wife Pat Humble of Florence; a son Jeffery (Amber) Humble of Brght ,…

Bob Davis, 80, of Florence formerly of Shalimar, FL, passed away on Saturday, November 26th, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. Mr. Davis served as a Marine infantryman in the Korean War and as an Air Force C-130 loadmaster during the first Gulf War. He retired from the Air Force in 1991. He is survived by…

Jeanne Reese Wilde, 84, of Edgewood, KY passed away Thursday November 24, 2011 at Highland Spring of Ft. Thomas. Jeanne was a 1945 Graduate of Villa Madonna Academy and very active throughout her life in Northern Kentucky. She was a member of the Villa Madonna Academy Mothers Club, Jaycee Wives, President of the NKY Women’s…

Quentin Terry, 63, of Union, passed away on Thursday, November 24th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence. Mr. Terry was a longtime Boone County Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky, an active member of Erlanger Christian Church, an avid musician, golfer, and traveler, and a man who truly loved his family and life. He…

James Richard Gronefeld, 77 of Villa Hills died Wednesday, November 23, 2011. Jim was a retired meat packer, local #7, he served briefly in the United States Naval Reserves, and he was an inductee in The Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame. Jim was an amateur boxer with the Cincinnati Fenwick Club in the 1950s.…

Jack, age 77, November 23, 2011, Edgewood. Galliher, Jack, 77, passed away on Wednesday, November 23rd at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mr. Galliher was a longtime employee at General Electric for 44years. He was also a Cold Spring Police Officer, worked with the Cold Spring Life Squad, was a school bus driver, and the…

Erlanger- Geralene “Gerry” Haddix, 86, died November 23rd 2011 at Rosedale Nursing Home in Covington. She was a bookkeeper with Hertz Corporation for 15 years, former member of First Baptist Church in Hazard KY and First Baptist Church in Delaware OH. Gerry was involved with the Democratic women’s Club, and avid gardener and quilter. Survivors…

Mary Ann Janke Middleton, 83, of Ft. Mitchell, died Tuesday, November 22, 2011, at her home. She was a graduate of St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota; she was a teacher in the Cincinnati Public School system at McMillan Center, an alternative school; a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church; she was involved in charitable…

Scott F. Holthaus II age 29, died November 18th in Los Angeles, CA where he was living. He was formerly of Cincinnati. Survivors include his mother Lisa Stinebuck-Jones, his father Scott F. Holthaus; stepfather Ron R. Jones; stepfather Daniel P. Stinebuck ; grandparents Jean and Richard Holthaus, Lonnie and Kay Harrison, Jack and Elizabeth Campbell;…

FLORENCE- Paul Allen Roy, 55, passed away Thursday, November 17 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. He worked in quality control for Schwan’s Food Service. Paul was preceded in death by his father Howard G. Roy, his mother Vernola M. McGowan, and his brother Bill Roy. Survivors include his brother Phil Roy of Erlanger, sister Barb Heuser…

Mary Jane Luessen, 89, of Erlanger, died Wednesday, November 16, 2011, at her home. She was a homemaker and a member at St. Henry Parish. Survivors include her husband, Al, with whom she was married 68 years; daughter, Sharon Lewin (Terry) Campbell of Burlington; sons, Wayne (Beth) Luessen of Anderson Township, and Mike (Kathy) Luessen…

Phyllis A. Bene, 71, of Florence died suddenly at her residence on Wednesday November 16th. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her daughters Karen Weidner of Folsom, California; Donna Engel of Florence and a son David Bene of Independence; a sister Shirley Gail Hein of Bellevue; 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. The family will…

Grace M. Ward (Craver), of Erlanger, KY, died on Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. She worked in Sales for Gayfers/Dillards for over 20 years and was a member of the Service Star Legion Auxiliary, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the VFW . She was preceded in death by her son David…

Danny Lee Weaver, age 67 of Burlington, Kentucky died Sunday November 13, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired bus driver for Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky and a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He is survived by his wife Sandra of Burlington; daughter Melody Fryman of Burlington; son Danny Weaver of…

Darlene J. McGuffey, 53, of Cresent Springs, KY passed away Monday, November 14, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Darlene was a loving and compassionate mother and friend. She is preceded in death by her brother Richard Brock; and sisters Judy Coy, and Robin Hamblin. She is survived by her daughter Amy Tomlin…

WALTON, KY – George Henry Vogt, 89, passed away November 8th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. He was born in Webster, NY, and lived in Topsfield MA, before retiring to Hendersonville, NC. After service with the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in the U.S. Army during World War II, he studied engineering at Clarkson…

Maxelene “Mackie” Cobble, 77, of Erlanger,KY passed away Monday November 7, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood. Mrs. Cobble is survived by her husband Leroy Cobble, son Leroy Cobble II (Michelle), son Llyod Cobble (Gayle), son Troy Cobble (Rebecca), 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, brother Denny Shoemaker, and sister-in-law Libby Cobble. A visitation will be…

CRESCENT SPRINGS- Vivian R. Miller, 91, passed away Sunday November 6th at Villa Spring Nursing Home in Erlanger. She was a private housekeeper for several families, member of St Joseph Church in Crescent Springs and a member of Happy Timers also at St Joseph Church. Preceded in death by her husband George Miller, sons Jerry…

Gilbert W. Whitacre Jr., 45, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 6th after a courageous battle against ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Gil was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, the Vice-President of Civil Engineering at Bayer Becker, a member of the Kenton County Planning Commission, a member of the Northern…

Joan “Nana” Leifling nee Apperson, 80, of Villa Hills, KY, formerly of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away Friday, November 4, 2011 at Madonna Manor, in Villa Hills, KY. Joan was a retired sales associate at J.C. Penny in the fine jewelry department. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Clarence “Peanut” Leifling; sister…

Kent P. Pieper, 57, of Milford, formerly of Northern Kentucky, died Thursday, November 3, 2011, at his residence. He was vice-president of TRIVACO in Loveland, Ohio; and a member of Perry Park Golf Resort in Perry Park, Kentucky. Kent is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Mary Pieper, and brother, Terry Pieper. Family…

Paul Koenig, 76, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Elsmere, died on November 3rd. He was the owner of Hemsath Sound Center for 20 years, worked at Madonna Manor for 10 years, and was an Air Force veteran. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Zimmerman. He is survived by his wife, Flora…

ELSMERE- Sarah Hoskinds (nee Baird), 79, passed away Monday October 31st at her residence. She was a teacher and spent most of her career at Pleasant Hill Elementary School in Milford OH. Sarah was involved with the Alumni Association and Miami University in Oxford, member of Elsmere Church of Christ and an avid Philanthropist for…

Bobby (Bob) J. Jones, 70, of Independence, KY passed away Sunday, October 30th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob was a beloved husband and dad, and has been married to the love of his life, Sharon Jones, for 52 years. He worked for Western and Southern Life Insurance and retired after 33 years…

UNION- Lawrence J. Fibbe, 91, passed away October 30th at St Elizabeth Health Care in Florence. He was a machinist for William Powell Valve for 30years. Lawrence was a member of St Benedicts Church, and church choir, St Benedicts Knights of Columbus, St Vincent DePaul Society and organized the first Knothole team for St Benedicts.…

Maxine D. Due, 89, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, October 30th. She was a loving mother and sister. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. Due. She is survived by her daughter, Donna (Will) Browning of Milford, OH; and her brother, Bill Rogers of Middletown, OH. She also leaves behind a…

Thomas Rose, age 84, died October 30th, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired farmer and resident of Petersburg. Tom was a veteran of WWII and served in the Navy. He was a longtime member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Burlington. Survivors include his wife Joan Rose of Petersburg; 4 daughters Donna…

Larry Meadows, 59, passed away at his brother’s residence in Wiiliamstown, KY on Saturday, October 29th while under the care of the Hospice of the Bluegrass. Larry was a self-employed carpenter, and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his father, Herman Meadows, his mother Maxine Randolph, and his grandson Nicholas.…

Roberta “Bo” Schmidt, 82, of Erlanger, died on Wednesday, October 26th 2011. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Jessie Reed, and her brother Don Reed. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim Schmidt of Erlanger; her daughters, Carol (Kurt) Ruttencutter of Burlington, Laura (Larry)…

Helen M. Rider, 84, passed away on Monday, October 24th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Helen resided at Florence Park Care Center prior to her death. She was a former member of the Salvation Army and of DeCoursey Baptist Church. She is survived by her sisters, Betty Richardson of Burlington, Dorothy Cornwell of Erlanger,…

Michael Joseph Quigley, 65, of Independence, KY passed away Saturday, October 22, 2011 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH. Mr. Quigley served over 30 years with the Department of Catholic Education for the Diocese of Covington, KY. He is survived by his wife of 41 years Clare Quigley, son Joe Quigley (Vicky), daughter Janie…

Robert (BOB) Brooks Lee, 68, of Independence, KY passed away Friday October 21, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob Served in the US Army and was honorably discharged in 1966. He was an accountant for Procter and Gamble for 28 years, and he was also a member of the Local 541 Para…

Beatrice C. (Whicker) Strong, 90, of Erlanger, died Friday, October 21, 2011, at her home. She worked at Woodspoint Nursing Home for 26 years. Her husband, Conley Strong, sons, Roger and Harlan Strong, and daughter, Doris Jean Strong, died previously. Survivors include her: sons, Darryl Strong of Elsmere, David Strong of Sunman, Indiana, William and…

FLORENCE- Jack M. Felts, 72, passed away Wednesday October 19th at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Florence. Survivors include his wife Joan Felts of Florence, daughters Glenda Garnett of Erlanger, Rhonda Stephenson of Burlington, sisters Naomi Felts of Florence, Violet Rodgers of Corbin, brothers Vincent Felts of Florence, Hiram Felts of Corbin and Lonnie Felts…

Mary Grace (Diddy) Trumble, 83, of Park Hills, died on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, at her residence. She was a homemaker and a member of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption. Her husband George F. Trumble and sons, Timmy, John Patrick, and Thomas John Trumble, and 3 grandchildren died previously. Survivors include her sons, Rick…

Edgewood: Gloria G. Beck 74, died Tuesday October 18, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood, Ky. She was a registered nurse for 37 years at Booth Hospital and St. Luke West in Florence. Gloria had a tremendous love for animals and volunteered at the local animal shelters. She also volunteered her time with senior citizens…

Connie “Deering” Ankenbauer, 55, passed away on Tuesday, October 18th at St. Elizabeth in Florence. She is survived by her husband, David Ankenbauer of Burlington, her son Brian Ankenbauer of Burlington, her daughter, Julie Cassedy (Cody) of Hebron, her mother Mary Deering of Ft. Thomas, her brother Ron Deering (Debbie) of California, Ky, and her…

Robert (Bob) Rodgers, 79, of Edgewood, KY passed away Monday, October 17, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Bob was an Army Veteran and served during the Korean War in Japan as a member of the Far East Command, and he worked at AT&T as an Associate Engineer. Bob was preceded in death…

Opal Stickels, 80, of Florence, KY, passed away Monday, October 17, 2011 at Carmel Manor in Fort Thomas, KY. Opal was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill Stickels. Opal is survived by her daughters Cathy Stickels (Bob Taylor) of Lakeside Park, Christy Vallandingham of Ludlow, and Cindy Williams of Corpus Christi; grandchildren Charlie…

Paul Moore of Middletown, OH passed away Sunday, October 16th at the age of 91. Beloved husband of Mabel Moore for 64 years. Dear father of Edward (Terri) Moore, Florence, KY; Timothy (Diane) Moore, Hamilton, OH; Vicki Holland, Middletown, OH; and Paul “Chip” Moore, Hamilton, OH. Cherished grandfather to Jennifer (Robert) Bell, Stephanie Moore, Lynette,…

Dolores A. Rettig (Wotruba), 89, of Fort Wright died Monday, October 10th, at Rosedale Manor. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Barbara Wotruba; her husband, George K. Rettig, and her son William G. Rettig. Survivors include her son, Jim Rettig of Erlanger; her daughters, Donna (John) Meier…

Shirley Jean Baur, 70, of Erlanger, KY passed away Sunday, October 9, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. She was a homemaker, and a member of Erlanger Baptist Church and the Red Hat Society. Shirley is survived by her husband of 51 years James Baur of Erlanger, KY, daughter Kimberly Sharits (Rodney) of…

Kim Louise Trout, 60, of Union, KY passed away October 7, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Kim worked as an Executive Coordinator for the Boone County School District for 15 years. Kim was an avid traveler, and loved photography and antique shopping. She invested a lot of her time with the Boone…

Kyle John O’Bryan, 18, died suddenly on Thursday, October 6, 2011, at his residence in Petersburg, Ky. He was a freshman at Gateway Community College, and worked at Custom Computers in Burlington. Survivors include his: parents, Steve and Susan (Rose) O’Bryan; brothers, Matthew O’Bryan and Joseph O’Bryan of Petersburg; sister, Rachel O’Bryan of Petersburg; paternal…

Kenneth F. Hill, age 79, died Wednesday October 5th at St. Elizabeth Health Care, Edgewood. He was a resident of Florence. Ken was a retired business repairman with Cincinnati Bell, a veteran of the United States Navy, and a loyal member of St. Paul Church in Florence. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Margaret…

Perry “Duke” L. Austin, 89, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday October 4, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Duke was employed for 25 years at Wiedeman Brewery. Duke was past president of Campbell County Kawanis, a member of Cincinnati Associate Police Captains, Kentucky Colonel, Kentucky Admiral, Former secretary and treasurer of Cincinnati…

Vernon Leroy Register Jr., 69, passed away Thursday, September 29 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. He was a principal, teacher, and coach, and employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. He was a graduate of Jacksonville University and Western Carolina University , as well as a passionate sailor and avid golfer. He was…

Ruth Mary Due, age 95 , died Wednesday September 28th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice. She was a resident of Edgewood. She was a retired seamstress and a member of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. Survivors include her daughters Linda Pence of Williamstown, Bonnie Wessendorf of Florence, Debbie Buechel of Edgewood; sons Larry Due of…

Kathleen Ann Brennen, 44, of Hebron, KY passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at University Hospital in Cincinnati, OH. Kathleen, a U.S. Army Veteran, worked as a technician for St. Bernard Soap Co. and was a volunteer scuba diver at the manatee exhibit for the Cincinnati Zoo. She is survived by her children Megan Grizzell…

Louis “Lou” F. Ruedebusch, 67, of Erlanger, KY passed away Tuesday September 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Lou was employed for 35 years with TWA and is a U.S Army veteran. He is survived by his wife Gail Ruedebusch of Erlanger, KY, son Louie Ruedebusch of Cincinnati, OH, daughter Katrina Dudek…

Mary A. (Maytan) Swofford, 87, of Erlanger, KY, passed away Saturday September 24, 2011 at Villa Springs Nursing Facility in Erlanger, KY. Mrs. Swofford was a member of Northern Kentucky Democratics Club, the past President of Ralph Fulton Post 6423 Womens Auxillary, a Member of Mary Queen of Heaven Parish, a member of American Legion…

Bruce Paul Mullan, 85, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, September 21st. He was a retired corporate materials manager and served in U. S. Navy during World War II. He also founded the Aids Volunteers of Northern Kentucky, and volunteered at AVOC and St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He was preceded in death by his…

John Manderschied, 40, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, September 21st. Mr. Manderschied was self-employed, a wrestling coach at Conner High School, an exemplary marine who served with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines in Operation Desert Storm. He received many awards and medals, was an avid boxer, a 1989 graduate of Taylor High School.…

Sandy Jean Kline Fultz, 57, of Union, KY passed away Tuesday September 20, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence. Sandy worked at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in security and in the retail areas. She is survived by her husband Paul Fultz of Union, KY, a sister Sharon White of Otway, OH, and a…

William Kirtley (Bill) McBee, Sr., 78, of Burlington, died on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at his residence. He was a Commercial Realtor with First Commercial Realty, a former Kentucky State Representative, a 1954 graduate of Georgetown College, and an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. His son, Stephen L. McBee, died previously. Survivors include his…

Thomas W. Zimmer,79 of Lakeside Park, KY, died peacefully Saturday at his home. He was Dealer Principal of Zimmer Chrysler Jeep, formerly Mall Chrysler Jeep. He took over the dealership from his father, Ed Zimmer in 1958 and remained active in the business till his death. He was a lifelong member of Blessed Sacrament parish,…

Ruby Stewart, 85, of Cold Spring, formerly of Vevay, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 17th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Stewart was a longtime employee of Durkee Foods and recently celebrated her 65th wedding anniversary. She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Stewart. She is survived by her husband, Elbert…

MUNDELEIN- Leslie Ann Walz, 42, formerly of Erlanger, KY, went to be with the Lord on September 15th in Vernon Hills, IL. Leslie was a very loving, caring, special and amazing person that loved her family and friends with all of her heart. She worked for W.W. Grainger for 9 years. Beloved daughter of Paul…

Cynthia Marie Robinson (nee Carroll), 52, of Erlanger, passed away on Wednesday, September 15th at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Sybil Carroll. She is survived by her husband, Eric Lane Robinson of Erlanger; her daughters, Amber Woosley of Florence, Jade Woosley of…

Sister Ruth Yost, OSB, died peacefully, Tuesday, Sept. 13 at St. Walburg Monastery, Villa Hills at age 86. A Benedictine sister for over 61 years, Sr. Ruth served as prioress of the community, teacher, nurse and assistant administrator of Madonna Manor. Her sister, Joan and brother, Joseph preceded her in death. Sr. Ruth is survived…

Blaine J. Edmonds, age 76 and a resident of Petersburg , diedyesterday September 12th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. Hewas retired from Cincinnati Bell after 40 years of service. Blaine is survivedby his wife Barb of Petersburg; 3daughters Gloria Robinson of Southgate,Theresa Payne of Covington , and TammyPlagge of Clearwater ,Florida; 4 sons Blaine Jr.…

Joyce Ann Scudder (nee Brigmon), 76, cherished wife of Edwin F. Scudder for 46 years, passed away September 10th, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. She was a resident of Villa Springs and former resident of Ludlow, Ky where she and her husband operated “Joyceramics”. Joyce was preceded in death by her son William J.…

Virginia M., 80, of Florence, KY passed away Saturday September 10, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospital Florence. Mrs. Hensley worked as a teacher with Head Start in Harlan, KY for 10 years and after retirement worked as a nursing assistant at Victory Park Nursing Home in Norwood, OH for 10 years. She is survived by…

Kyle Edward Ginnever, age 22, died September 2, 2011 in Lexington , Ky. He was a student at Bluegrass Community Technical College. Kyle loved the outdoors and bluegrass music. He is survived by his parents Michael and Sharon Ginnever of Union; his brother Brent Ginnever of Union; grandfather John Ginnever of Des Moines, Iowa; 2…

Mary Lou Taylor, 62, passed away Friday September 2, 2011 at her Walton, KY residence. She is survived by her husband K.C.S. Taylor of Walton, KY, sister Sue Wright of Florence, KY, brother Boyd Coots Jr. of Williamstown, KY, and son Thomas Brewer of Waynesville, NC. Cremation will take place at Linnemann Family Funeral Home…

FLORENCE- Luke Patrick Murray, 53, passed away September 1st 2011 at his home in Florence. He worked as a route manager for Derringer Food Service in Cincinnati for 10 years. Luke was in the Sigma Nu Fraternity while attending the University of Kentucky and a member of Knox Presbyterian Church in Hyde Park. Survivors include…

Fern Moore Schweer, 92, of Erlanger, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood on Thursday, September 1st. She was a teacher at the Whittier School in Price Hill for 21 years. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, a member of the St. Mary’s Ladies Society of Blessed Sacrament, a…

Phillip Timothy Duncan, 51, passed on Thursday, September 1st, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood. He was a home builder and past president of the Northern Kentucky Home Builder’s Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruth Duncan. He is survived by his wife, Janet Duncan (Berling) of Covington; his son,…

Mary Ann Galliher, 74, of Independence, KY passed away at St Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. She was a long time employee of the corporate offices of JC Penny and a member of St Barbara Catholic Church where she taught CCD classes. She is survived by her husband Jack Galliher of Independence;…

Howard W. McKenney, 92, of Elsmere, KY passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at Woodcrest Manor in Elsmere, KY. Mr. McKenney was retired from American Airlines. He served in the U.S Army during WWII and was a prisoner of war. Howard is survived by his children Carolyn Gadker of Erlanger, KY, Beverly Groeshen (Jim) of…

Oscar Earl Smith, 94, passed away peacefully Monday August 29th at Woodcrest Manor Nursing Home. He worked for 40 years at General Electric retiring as a plant manager and continued as a consultant for overseas plant development. He was a charter member of Erlanger Lions Club, longtime volunteer for United Ministries, Habitat for Humanity, Welcome…

Evelyn Greenwade Ensor, 77, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Sunday, August, 28th, 2011, at the St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. Evelyn spent her life teaching. After graduating from Mt. Sterling High School in 1951, she received her teaching degree in Home Economics from the University of Kentucky. Evelyn came to Lloyd Memorial High School in…

Lindsay Cardwell, Jr., 84, of Erlanger, died Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Emeritus of Edgewood. He was a switchman for the L & N Railroad in Latonia, an Army veteran of World War II, a member of the Erlanger Baptist Church, a volunteer at Senior Services of Northern Ky. in Elsmere, and a Kentucky Colonel.…

Gena Elizabeth Spaulding, 30, Erlanger, was born to eternal life August 22 2011. She is preceded in death by her grandparents Bea and Bill Lockhorn. Survivors include her parents Jane and Dave Spaulding, sister Julie (Matt) King, brothers Brett (Angela) Spaulding and Adam (Annie Buechel) Spaulding. Grandparents Juanita and Earl Spaulding. Aunts and Uncles Bill…

Betty Jobe, 65, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Monday, August 22nd at her home. Mrs. Jobe worked at the Sky Chef at the Airport and at the Speak Easy in Crescent Springs. She is survived by her daughter Vickie Peters (Ken) of Florence, her friend Zimmy, her brothers George Hall of Villa Hills, John…

Arthur “Art” Edward Schutte, 69, of Union, passed away on Sunday, August 21st at his residence. He was the Director of Business Development and Financial Planning for International Theme Park Services. He was a graduate of the University of Cincinnati and an avid fan of the Bearcats and Highlands Football team. He is preceded in…

Erica Ehlman, 20, of Erlanger passed away Sunday August 21, 2011 at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Erica is survived by her mother Barb Ehlman of Erlanger; father Rick Ehlman of Edgewood, and stepmother Dwana Ehlman of Edgewood; brothers Sean Ehlman of Erlanger; Matt Ehlman of Erlanger Bryan Ehlman of Erlanger; stepbrother Trey Evans of Edgewood;…

William J. “Bill” Doyle Sr., 84, of Florence, passed away on Saturday, August 20th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Doyle. He is survived by his son, William Doyle Jr. (Kathy) of Brandon, FL, his daughters, Katie Weber (Ken) of Cleves, OH, Peggy Ihlendorf (Bill) of…