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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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

BURLINGTON – Linda Marie Louden nee(Fahey), 48, passed away on January 19, 2013 at Hospice of Cincinnati in Blue Ash. Linda worked at Gap distributing for over 15 years and was a long time member of the Beatles fan club. She was preceded in death by her mother Mary B. Fahey (nee Michels). Linda will…

Madison H. Todd, 88, of Florence, KY passed away Saturday January 19, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Todd was the owner and operator of Queen City Egg Company for 41 years and a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church. Madison was an Army World War II Veteran and was involved…

Victoria “Vickie” Nesmith, age 51, died at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. She was a resident of Burlington. Prior to her illness she was a bookkeeper Urb’s garage .Vickie was a loving wife and mother as well as a devoted member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She will be deeply missed by…

Janet Dedden Conradi, 75, of Edgewood, died Saturday January 19th at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a school bus driver for 34 years and loved her students, they were the best. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Gertrude Dedden; her brother, Bill Dedden; and her nephews, Mike Dedden and…

James Cupp, of Walton, KY passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY at the age of 77. Mr. Cupp was a retired machinist with Lockwood Manufacture in Oakley, OH. He is survived by his loving daughters; Vickie (Estle) Lawson of Williamsburg, KY, Anita (John) Morgan of Florence, KY,…

Olga E. Otten, 103, of Erlanger, KY passed away Thursday January 17, 2013 at Baptist Village Care Center. Olga was a homemaker and a member of Point Pleasant Homemakers and Crescent Springs Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher. She was preceded in death by her husband Ben H. Otten Jr, daughter Lois…

LAKESIDE PARK- Edna Kahmann, 95, passed away January 16th at St Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a homemaker and a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft Mitchell. She was preceded in death by her husband John Kahmann and son Jack Kahmann. Survivors include her sons Robert (Theresa) Kahmann of Lakeside Park, James (Nicole)…

Lena Mabel Reed, age 82 and a resident of Burlington died January 16th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence. She was a homemaker but was also employed at Reeves Dairy Bar for 23 years. Survivors include her husband Darrel Reed; 4 children Debbie Rowland, Bonnie Helmig, Sandy Rice and Doug Reed; 14 grandchildren and 12…

Catherine “Katie” Nestheide, 88, of Covington, KY passed away Tuesday January 15, 2013 at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills, KY. Katie was a retired Tax Examiner through the IRS and a member of Mother of God Church in Covington. She is survived by her sons Tom Nestheide (Jeannie) of Highland Heights, KY, Robert Nestheide (Kathy)…

George A. Spohr, age 77, died January the 14th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. He was a retired vice president with Continental Can Co. and a graduate of Fordham Prep and University. George was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and a resident of Hebron, KY. Survivors include his wife Maura of Hebron;…

Gregory Gerard O’Neil, of Independence, KY passed away on Saturday January 12, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, KY at the age of 57. Mr. O’Neil was a self employed Chemist and was a devoted father. He loved to make people laugh and was a master at it. Mr. O’Neil is survived by his loving…

Thelma M. Lee, 85, died on Saturday, January 12th, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was a retired tax examiner for the IRS and an avid volunteer for Girl Scouts, St. Elizabeth Healthcare, and Welcome House. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Lee, and her infant brother Richard Rehkamp. She…

Ambrose “Jake” Kramer, age 77, died January 12th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. He was a retired employee of Owens and Minor where he worked in Shipping and Receiving. Jake was a veteran of the United States Army and enjoyed gardening and sports, especially the Cincinnati Reds. Survivors include his wife Margaret Kramer; a…

Lucille, “Ceil” Scherder Haskell, 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 11, 2013, at Madonna Manor Nursing Facility in Villa Hills. Lucille was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who spent many hours volunteering for 4H, the Queens Service, and the Bereavement Committee of Mary Queen of Heaven Church. She was preceded…

Rose Marie Brummer (Studer), 85, passed away on January 9, 2013 at Florence Park Care Center. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Rose Marie was preceded in death by her husband William Brummer and her sister Naomi Dickman. She will be dearly missed by her son Drew Brummer (Melanie) of Villa Hills,…

Joe Eddie Crouch, age 62, died January 10th at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Ft. Thomas, KY. He was a resident of Burlington and a retired certified electrician for Duke Energy. Though Joe was not a veteran he supported veterans by his membership in the Sons of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Janet…

Gustav J. Gebhard, 91, died on Thursday, January 10th, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He was a sales manager and service representative for Scothorn Motor Company, a member of Ralph Fulton VFW Post, a Kentucky Colonel, a lifetime member of the Erlanger Volunteer Fire Department, a retired Auxillary for the Erlanger Police Department,…

Benjamin Franklin Sears, Jr. age 88, died January 6, 2013 at his residence. He was a retired union electrician. Benjamin was a proud WWII veteran of the Navy and was very active in many veterans organizations including being a charter member of VFW 6423 serving as Commander for 7 years, Quartermaster for 6 years and…

Margaret Jane Whitaker, 83, of Walton, died Sunday January 6th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. She was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Whitaker; her brother, Jerry Cox; and her sisters, Marilyn Cox and Martha Meier. She is survived by her son, Bryan (Beth) Whitaker…

Margaret Louise Conrad Curd Webb Johnson, 86, of Erlanger, KY passed away Thursday January 3, 2013 at Woodcrest Manor in Elsmere, KY. Margaret was a homemaker and volunteer at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood, whose study and practice of the Christian faith and support of life-long education were strong focal points throughout her life. She is…

FT. THOMAS – Lorraine “Tippy” Ligon-Fleagle, 88, passed away on December 30, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was a member of the Petersburg Baptist Church for 60 years as well as a long time treasurer for the church, the Petersburg Senior Citizens and Women’s Missionary Union. Tippy was preceded by…

Bobby A. Edmunds, age 69, died Sunday December 30, 2012 at Hospice of Cincinnati. He was a retired Munitions Quality Assurance Inspector for the United States Government. Bobby was a proud 15 year veteran of the Army as an EOD Specialist and served in Vietnam. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a loving husband,…

Caroll Ann Shaw Michels, of Petersburg, KY passed away Sunday, December 30, 2012 at her residence at the age of 57. She was an owner and operator of her convenience store. Mrs. Michels is survived by her loving husband; Christopher Michels, children; Shawn (Capri) Brixey, Michael (Carrie) Brixey, Doug Michels and Benjamin (Nichole) Michels, sister;…

Jane Quigley 87, of Crestview Hills, Ky. died Friday December 28, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. She was a homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband Thomas, sons Mike, Jeff, and Tim Quigley and grandson Keller Quigley. She is survived by son Kevin (Kim) Quigley of Taylor Mill, and daughter Malia (Tim ) Herzog…

EDGEWOOD – Deborah “Debbie” Sue Heichelbech, 35, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. She will be dearly missed by her parents Jim and Becky Heichelbech of Rotonda, FL her sisters Jennie Diedrichs (Mike) of Burlington, KY, Lisa Messmer (Chris) of Granger, IN, and Karen See (Brian) of…

George Henry Rogers, age 83, died December 27, 2012, at his residence in Florence, KY after courageously battling stage IV lung cancer for 3 1/2 years with a Joie de Vivre and a deep faith and love of family and community. He earned a Bachelors of Arts from UC College Conservatory of Music. He earned…

William R. “Bill” Couch, 67, of Elsmere, KY, passed away on December 26, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. He was a longtime employee at Delta Airlines, a member of Elsmere Baptist Church, a member of the Ralph Fulton VFW, American Legion Post #20, and the National Rifle Association. He is survived by…

Beverly Ann Dickman nee Parr, 78, of Edgewood, died Tuesday December 25th at Emeritus in Edgewood. She was a homemaker, caretaker, a member of the Golden Age Society of Edgewood and a member of St. Pius X Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dickman. She is survived by her daughter, Diane…

Daniel F. McGrath, 76, died on Monday, December 24th, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood, KY. He was a Pharmacist for the VA Medical Center in Cincinnati for 31 years, a member of the American Legion, a veteran of the Vietnam War, a member of the 1st Calvary Association, Moon Brothers Post in Independence, and…