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Joyce Ann Zwick, age 83, died Friday February 19th at Baptist Village. She was a former bookkeeper at St. Elizabeth Hospital and a homemaker. Her husband Thomas J. Zwick preceded her in death. Joyce was a longtime resident of Erlanger and member of St. Henry Church. Survivors include her daughter Kim Zwick Rice (Steve) of…

Tom J. Smith, 69, of Burlington, KY, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2016 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Tom was a Locomotive Engineer with CSX Transportation and retired after 31 years. He proudly served our country in the KY National Guard, was a longtime member of Greenview Baptist Church, loved…

Jacqueline “Jackie” J. Kuhl, 84, of Covington, KY, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 18, 2016. During her life Jackie was a loving mother and worked as a statistical clerk for a federated department store. She was an artist in mixed media and collage and later taught crazy quilting and ribbon embroidery.…

LaVerne Caroline Rademacher, 91, of Lakeside Park, KY, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016. LaVerne was a devout catholic and caring mother. During her life she was active volunteer cook at Blessed Sacrament, was a member of Homemakers Association, and Hobby Club. She was an avid bird watcher and had a special love for finches.…

Jose “Martin” Arenas Perez, 47, of Florence, KY, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Martin was known as a fine, noble, and humble man, who worked for Cintas for 20 years as a carpet cleaner, making many friends. Most of all, Martin was a loving husband, father and son. Martin was preceded in…

Janet Lenore Shepherd (Martin), age 90, passed away on February 17, 2016, at St. Elizabeth Hospice, in Edgewood. She was born July 6, 1925, in Bellevue, KY. Janet worked with her husband Harold in their family businesses, Shepherd Construction and Shepherd Realty. Later she was employed by the Cincinnati Historical Society, where she was the…

Helen Mae Hillerich, 93, of Florence, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016 at Rosedale Manor in Covington, KY. She was a homemaker and loved to sing and even lead the Choir in Madisonville, OH. Helen is survived by her loving sons, Arnold (Bev) Caddell of Burlington, KY and Mark (Barbara) Caddell of…

Richard Lane, age 68, died at his Union residence on Monday Feb , 15, 2016. He was a retired truck driver and a Navy Veteran of the Viet Nam War. Richard was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and the Horseless Carriage Club of America. Survivors include his wife Mary (nee Boelscher) Lane;…

Robert Byrns, age 85, died Monday Feb 15th at Madonna Manor. He was a retired x-ray technician with General Electric. He was a United States Army veteran. Robert resided in Florence, KY. His 2 sons Robert Byrns of Burlington and Timothy Byrns of Hebron; a daughter Pamela Byrns of Florence and a brother Patrick Byrns…

Doris Loueva Biddle, 94, of Crittenden, KY, formerly of Ft. Pierce, FL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 at Cold Spring Transitional Care in Cold Spring, KY. She was an Office Manager and upon retiring she volunteered with Port St Lucie Hospital and Meals on Wheels in St. Lucie County, FL. She was…

Barbara Jean Stephens (Nee Arrasmith), 67. Wife. Mother. Artist. Writer. Giver. Barb passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She is survived by her husband Douglas Stephens (Judge, retired) of Lakeside Park, KY, daughters Monica Lynne Stephens of Burlington, KY, and Rachel Kathleen Showman (Major Nathan E. Showman, U.S. Army) of…

Pascal Keith, 82, entered eternal life at his residence in Ft. Mitchell, KY on Thursday, February 4, 2016. He retired from Ford Motor Co. after 30+ years as a Maintenance Supervisor; he was a member and Deacon at Ft. Mitchell Baptist Church; Pascal was also an avid outdoorsman; with hunting, fishing and boating being a…

William “Bill” Lloyd Slayback, born November 30, 1926, passed away on February 3, 2016 at his home in Erlanger. Bill retired from Interlake Steel and was a Master Mason of Golden Rule Lodge #109. He served in the Merchant Marines, Army, and Air Force. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, music, and frequenting flea markets and yard…

Phyllis Flanagan (nee: Runge), 80, of Erlanger, KY, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was retired from P&G and was a member of St. Barbara Church in Erlanger. Phyllis is survived by her two children, Tim (Joanne) Flanagan of Edgewood, KY and Leslie (Joe) Garera of Erlanger, KY. She…

Stanley Wayne Beetem, 69, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Mr. Beetem worked for Ryder Truck lines for many years and retired from Boone Co. Public works as a Road Inspector after 20 years. He was a member of Kentaboo Baptist Church, loved cookouts and…

William “Bill” L. Etler, 45, died unexpectedly on January 29, 2016 at his residence. Bill was a pipe fitter for Local 392 and a member of Dutchman’s Rod and Gun Club in Hebron. He is survived by his children, Sarah and Matthew Etler; his parents, Larry and Alice Etler; his sisters, Kim Etler Jackson, and…

CRESTVIEW HILLS- Mark B. Rottinghaus, 67, passed away January 28th, 2016 at St Margaret Hall in Cincinnati OH. Mark was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, Kiwanis Club, former owner of Rottinghaus Gallery and part owner of Stewart Iron Works. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Adelaide Rottinghaus and great aunt Helen Rottinghaus.…

William R. “Bill” Rinehart, 86, of Crestview Hills, Ky passed away at St Elizabeth Hospital, Ft Thomas, Ky on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. He leaves behind his wife of 62 years, Juanita (Wilson) Rinehart, also at the Baptist Village in Erlanger, KY. He is also survived by two children, son, Scott Rinehart (Anne) of Fairfield,…

ERLANGER- Carol Meinhardt, 68, passed away January 26th, 2016 at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a Co- Managing Director for Chicago West Pullman in Cincinnati for many years, president of Hurstbourne Condo Association and a member of St Barbara Parish in Erlanger. Preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Helen Meinhardt. Survivors…

Mae Roth (nee: Oldham), 92, formerly of Crestview Hills, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2016 at Villa Springs Health Care in Erlanger. Mrs. Roth was a homemaker, member of the Kenton Co. Homemakers and former resident of Elmcroft. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Roth in 2001. Mae is survived…

Beverly J. Wagner nee Brown, 87, died on January 22, 2016 at her residence. Beverly retired from Cincinnati Bell after 30 years of service, and she was an avid lover of animals. She was preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Irene Brown; her sister, Nancy Wendel; her brother, Ross Brown; and her son,…

Leroy E. Cobble, 83, died on January 21, 2016 at Madonna Manor surrounded by his loving family. Leroy was a retired truck driver, an avid hunter and fisherman, member of Teamsters local 100 and he also was a scout leader for Troop 866. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mackie Cobble; his parents,…

Norma Jean Gillespie (nee Grubbs), 80, of Hebron, KY, passed away January 19th. She was a loving mother and homemaker. Norma was the beloved wife of the late Robert D. Gillespie. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Josephine Grubbs; the sister of the late Ralph Grubbs, Betty Doan, Mary Gregory, and Claude…

John “Tim” Kennedy, 68, of Lakeside Park, KY, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016. Tim retired from Terminix, formally Rose Exterminators, volunteered at the Brighton Center, a long time member of the Ryland Lakes Country Club, and served in the Army Reserves. Most of all, Tim was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He…

Andrew McGuire Lewis, 49, entered eternal life at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, KY on Sunday, January 17, 2016. He was a member of St. Timothy Church in Union KY. Andrew, a long time member of PPA (Professional Photographers of America) was a passionate professional photographer with an exceptional affinity and eye for natural landscape photography.…

William “Bill” P. Millican, 77, died on January 17, 2016 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. William was a sheet metal mechanic at Skillcraft Sheet Metal for 37 years. He is survived by his wife, Barb Millican; his children, Ed (Tera) Millican, and Ronnie (Vonda) Millican; his step-children, Bret (Lisa) Garrett, Matthew (Trinity)…

Frank “Jeep” Klaene Jr., 68, of Union, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016, at St. Elizabeth Hospice. Frank recently retired after serving for many years as the Executive Vice President of F.N. Sheppard & Co. He served in the U.S. Navy Reserve, as chairman of the Mineola Industrial Park Association and president of…

Judy Brandenburg Owens, 75, of Crestview Hills, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2016, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Edgewood. Judy served 29 years with as a RN with St. Elizabeth Physicians. She is a: former member of Ryland Lakes Country Club, board member at Rosedale Manor, volunteer at NKY Children’s Home, involved in the…

Eileen Hamon Ockerman, 84, of Corinth, KY, passed away, at her residence, on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. She is survived by her son Dennis Mullins and two granddaughters Deanne Corbin and Michelle Doane. Eileen was preceded in death by her son James Mullins III in November of 2015. Linnemann Funeral Home and Cremation Center Erlanger…

Emma B. “Dolly” Mueller, 94, of Florence, KY, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2016. Emma was a loving caregiver to all of her family. She is survived by her brother, Fred K. Breitholle, stepson Michael (Barb) Mueller II, niece, Juanita (David) Miles, nephew, Wayne Breitholle, nephew, Gerald (Libby) Breitholle, nephew Kenneth (Karol) Breitholle, niece,…

ERLANGER- Robert Clayton Cook “Cookie”, 86, passed away January 11th, 2016 at Baptist Village Care Center in Erlanger. He was a Meter Reader for Cincinnati Gas and Electric for 43 years, founding member of the Sunday Morning Club, coached baseball at Covington Latin and was a member of St Henry Parish. Preceded in death by…

Anne Louise Kleymeyer (nee Owens), 83, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2016, at Newport Baptist Convalescent Center. Anne worked as a nurse for St. Elizabeth Hospital for 25 years. She also gave to the community by volunteering at Be Concerned and St. Elizabeth Hospice. Anne is survived by her children: Christopher Kleymeyer (Katy) of…

Chloe Leigh McDaniel, 5, was granted her Angel wings on Sunday, January 10, 2015 at her home following a lifelong rare genetic disorder. Chloe’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of her life far exceeded the quantity in which she lived. Her smile…

FT WRIGHT- Rosemary E. Scott (nee Goetz), 87, beloved wife, sister and aunt, passed away January 10th, 2016 at St Elizabeth Medical Center South in Edgewood KY. She worked as a secretary for many years for several different employers and was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft Mitchell. Preceded in death by her…

Mary Jean Buckler, age 58, died January the 10th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare , Florence. She was a disabled warehouse worker and worked several years for The Gap. She was a resident of Burlington. Survivors include her husband Marlin, of Burlington; a son Joe Buckler of Burlington and a daughter Amanda Buckler of Burlington; 3…

Helen Louise Dames nee Reinke, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away Sunday January 10, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. She was a homemaker and worked in retail sales for a number of years. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Dames and her brother, Leo “Boots” Reinke. She is survived by…

Ema “Jean” L. Shackleford, of Florence, KY died January 9, 2016 at Brookdale Care Center in Edgewood. She was 95 years of age. Jean was a retired teacher and worked for many years for the Boone County Board of Education. She loved children, was very dedicated, and always had every child’s best interest at heart.…

Martha M. (nee: Tambornino) Lindau, 83, of Burlington, KY, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Rosedale Green in Covington. Martha was preceded in death by her husband Courtney Neil Lindau in 1995. She is survived by her daughter, Colona “Jo” (Ray) Waggoner of Burlington, KY, grandchildren, Carus (Debbie) Waggoner, Tana (Kevin) Williams, and…

Myrtle Francis Hensley (nee: Snelling), 105, entered eternal life at her residence in Petersburg, KY on Friday, January 8, 2016. She was a devout member of Burlington Baptist Church and a Solid Rocker Choir member. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard (Dick) Hensley, daughter Dorothy Hensley Black Scudder; siblings: Edward, Howard, Albert…

Roger E. Steinmetz, 66, of Florence, KY passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 7, 2016. Mr. Steinmetz was a retired computer programer and served our country in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his two sons: Jason and Todd Steinmetz, brothers: Willy and Tommy Steinmetz. He also leaves behind 2 grandchildren. A…

Patsy Layne Chaney (nee: Auxier), 64, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY on Thursday, January 7, 2016. She was a special education teacher in Boone and Kenton Counties, a member of Crossroads Church and Children’s Advocate. She was preceded in death by her parents: Freddie and Barbara Auxier, her brother Everett…

Lucy Cook (nee Ball), 69, of Erlanger, KY, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at Baptist Health, in Corbin, KY. Lucy was a member of Heritage Fellowship, in Florence, KY, and worked at U.S. Playing Cards for 42 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Cook, son Ronnie Neeley, parents Earnest…

Harriet A. Roth (Nee Feldman), 92, of Villa Hills, KY, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016.During her life, Harriet was a long time member and volunteer at St. Henry Catholic Church, took part in St. Henry Altar Society, and the Benedictine Guild. Most of all Harriet was a devoted, loving wife, mother, grandma, and…

Charles “Charlie” S. Jenkins, 68, passed away on January 5, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Charlie was a Staff Sergeant in the Army Reserve, a teacher and track coach at Holmes High School, and a project manager for First Group, Fidelity Investments, and Convergys. He also was a Kentucky Colonel and a…

Bill C. Bailey, age 77, of Burlington, KY, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday, January 4, 2016. Bill retired from Gates Rubber Company in 1998 and was an United States Army Veteran. Bill enjoyed fishing, hunting camping, gardening, loved watching birds and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife…

Ruth L. Fitzgerald, 93, of Florence (formerly of Covington), beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at the St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, on January 4, 2016. Our mother was known as a caring, thoughtful, determined person. She was widowed in 1957 and nurtured three children, providing each with a strong role model, a loving home…

Blonetta (Mickey) Krabbe, age 84, died January 3, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice in Edgewood. She was a retired LPN and a resident of Burlington, KY. Two sons Daniel and Thomas Littner preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband James (Shag) of Burlington; one son Bob (Louanne) Littner of Cincinnati, Ohio; a sister…

Raymond Anthony Herrmann, Jr. age 86, died December 31, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, KY. He was a Master Carpenter and a proud Navy veteran. Raymond attended St. Paul Catholic Church and resided in Hebron, KY. His sister Rita Mae Hermann Bushman preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife Jaqueline Herrmann (…

Ruth Wiegel Zumbiel, 93, formerly of Edgewood, KY, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at the home of her daughter in Florence, KY, surrounded by her family. Ruth was born in Covington and grew up in Erlanger. She was working for the Cincinnati Stock Exchange when she married Bill Zumbiel in 1948 and together,…

Nancy Wyatt DeFelice, 86 died Tuesday, December 29 at Rosedale Green in Covington after a long illness. She was a homemaker. Her husband Frank died in 2012. She is survived by her son, Duncan Waggoner (Nancy) of Florence, grandchildren,Douglas Dehner (Ashley) and Shelby Russell (Michael) of Louisville, Kimberly Waggoner of Chicago, IL and Katie Waggoner…

Dale L. Kulosa, 64, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Dale is survived by his loving wife, Ruth Kulosa and children, Tommy (Tonya) Raleigh and Annette (Steve) Kennedy. He also leaves behind his brothers, Chuck (Kindy) Kulosa, Rick (Barb) Kulosa, sisters, Faye (Russ) Blakey,…

Linda Mae Spaw Elstun, 68, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on Sunday, December 27, 2015. She was a member of Hebron Lutheran Church and an avid UK and local sports team fan. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold V. Sr. and Mae B. Spaw, brother Pat (Julie)…

Susan Marie Doellman, 53, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at her residence. During her life, she was a flight attendant for Comair for 27 years and a loving mother. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosemary Haubner. She is survived by her father, Arthur Haubner; daughter, Kristy (Johnathon)…

Joseph Eugene Theis, 84, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2015, at his Covington, KY residence. Joe served in the U.S. Navy and was a Korean War Veteran. After serving in the Navy, Joe attended and graduated from commercial art school, which became his career. He actively served at St. Benedict parish in many facets,…

Raymond R. Ashcraft Sr., 82, passed away on December 26, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Ray was an attorney for Cincinnati Gas and Electric for 37years (now known as Duke Energy), he was Senior Counsel for Cincinnati Gas and Electric, graduated from Berea College with a Geology degree in 1956 and Chase College…

Stephen Dalga , age 50, died December 26th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. He was employed by The Gap and worked in logistics. He resided in Union, KY. Survivors include his wife Tracey (nee Dearwester) Dalga; 2 sons Kenneth (Sarah) and Nolan Dalga; his mother Florence (nee Gilbert) Dalga); a brother Greg (Colleen) Dalga…

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Densler, 58, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY on Friday, December 25, 2015. He was an avid woodworker, handyman and entrepreneur, a Boy Scout leader for 13 years and coached soccer and baseball. Ronnie loved spending time at Red River Gorge in the family cabin. He was preceded…

Donn Lynn, 36, entered eternal life at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY on Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Donn Lynn will be dearly missed by her husband Ryan Terrell of Burlington, KY; her children Derek (DJ) Tucker and Kayla Tucker of Burlington, KY; parents Donald and Dianna Tucker of Warsaw, KY; parents-in-law Walt and Karen…

Thomas Perry Otto, parishioner, St. Henry Church, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2015. He was born August 12, 1929 and was the son of Fred and Dorothy Otto. Tom was born in Covington, KY and was raised in Fort Thomas and graduated from Highlands High School where he excelled in academics and athletics. Tom…

Sharon E. Stark, age 73, died Tuesday December 22, at ST. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a resident of Florence and a longtime member and pastoral minister at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Burlington. Survivors include her daughters Jami Ahlers of Burlington, Tina Schaefer of Florence and Carrie Ryan of Walton; a son…

Wordie H. Parr III, 64, of Villa Hills, KY, passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 20, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Wordie was retired from the Northern KY International Air and a member of Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Wordie H. Parr, Jr. in 2005.…

Marvin Newbolt, 92, passed away on December 19, 2015 after a courageous battle Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky. His daughter, Denise, was by his side. He retired from O.M.U. as a meter reader. He walked and biked the neighborhoods and streets of Owensboro, a place he loved. Marvin was…

Wanda Mae Gillespie, age 84, died Friday December 18, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice in Edgewood. She was a former bank teller and a long time member of Ft. Mitchell Baptist Church. Wanda resided in Ft. Mitchell with her husband Paul. Other survivors include her son Steve Gillespie of Ft. Mitchell; a daughter Paula…

Thelma Hildegarde Shinkle, 89, of Edgewood, KY passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at her residence. Hildegarde retired from teaching at Goodridge Elementary and in the Boone County School System. She was a longtime member of Lakeside Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Al Shinkle, and her sons, Don and…

Sigrun “Sig” Horton of Villa Hills, KY passed away December 12, 2015 at the age of 74. She was an incredibly beloved wife, mother, daughter and dear friend to people (& animals) all over the world, and is going to be missed dearly. She was born Apr 5, 1941 in Pernitz, Austria, and immigrated to…

Stephen K. Hatfield, 71, of Edgewood, KY, passed away at his place in Bradenton, Florida on Friday, December 11, 2015 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Lilly Hatfield, and his brother, T.J. Hatfield. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Bev Hatfield, of Edgewood, KY,…

Frederick David (Dave) Martin passed away at his home December 10, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife Martha (Huey) Martin. Children Patricia (Daniel) Rowe, Mick (Fran McQueen) Martin, Scott Martin, Cora Jean (Matthew) Huff, Lisa (Matt) Chandler, James Bradley Robinson; grandchildren: Faith Rowe, Charles Martin, Jacob Rowe, Kyra White, Jamila Robinson, James B.…

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,…