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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…

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…

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,…

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;…

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…

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,…

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…

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;…

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…

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…

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 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…

Dave K. Millay, 41, of Elsmere, KY passed away Friday March 23, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood. Dave was a mechanic and a member of St. Paul Church. He is survived by his mother Nancy Millay, father Marvin Millay, step-mother Lynn Millay, brother Troy Millay, sister-in-law Betty Millay, nephew Troy Millay Jr. and a…

Harriet E. Martin (Behymer), 91, of Erlanger, died on Friday, March 23rd at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was an assistant manager for the Erlanger-Elsmere Board of Education Food Service for 25 years and a member of the St. Anthony Fun Club in Taylor Mill, KY. She was preceded in death by her husband,…

Jeanne L. Brewer, 91, of Erlanger, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Baptist Village in Erlanger. Mrs. Brewer was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Florence, a member of the Daughters of the King at Grace Episcopal Church, treasurer of ECW at Grace Episcopal, a member of the Boone County Homemakers, a…

Kenneth James Luxenberger was born August 2, 1938 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Frank Luxenberger and Viola Kennedy. He was born in a house on Over the Rhine’s Dorsey Street where the family lived until the mid-1950s and which is still standing. He served in the United States Navy as a Petty Officer Second Class in…

Mary Catherine “Mickey” McGuire, 98, of Villa Hills, formerly of Bellevue and Ft. Wright, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2012 at Madonna Manor. Ms. McGuire was a bookkeeper for Bromwell Wire Goods and for Motch’s Jewelers. She travelled extensively and was an avid bridge player. She is survived by her nieces: Judith Haines of…

Virginia Agnes Acra, age 95, died March 18th at Florence Park Care Center. She was a homemaker and resident of Hebron. Survivors include step-daughters Joyce Tillery of Hamilton,Ohio and Arlene Morris of Hebron; step-sons Galen Acra of Leo , Indiana and Ival Acra of Elsmere; 12 step-grandchildren, 21 step-great grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren;…

Larry W. Pike, 66, of Florence, KY passed away Saturday March 17, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mr. Pike was a retired auto worker for General Motors. He is survived by his wife Julie Smith Pike, sons Wayne Pike (Stephanie) and Timothy Pike (Christa). He is also survived by 5 grandchildren Courtney,…

Henrietta Theresa ‘Gustin’, 87, of Union, KY passed away Friday March 16, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Fibbe had worked as an Auditor for Shillitos for 15 years. She was member of St. Benedict Church in Covington, where she sang in the choir and belonged to the Mary’s Lady Society. She also…

Donald J. Frey, 84, of Erlanger, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2012, at his home under the care of the Hospice of the Bluegrass. Mr. Frey was both a WWII and Korean War veteran, and a member of the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. He was a longtime Knothole coach and manager in Finneytown, OH,…

Eleanor “Ellie” Riesenbeck, 87, of Erlanger, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Riesenbeck was a member of St. Henry Church. She was preceded in death by her husband John Riesenbeck and her son Jackie Riesenbeck. She is survived by her children: Daniel Riesenbeck (Robin) of Elsmere, KY,…

Mary Ellen Ehlman, 91, of Erlanger, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Mrs. Ehlman was a WWII Veteran who served in the Pentagon during the war. She also was a member of St. Barbara Church in Erlanger, a member of the charismatic prayer group at St. Pius X…

Ralph Joseph Zerhusen, 90, from Ryland Heights, KY passed away early Monday Morning, March 12th, with his family by his side. He was born July 3, 1921 to Joseph and Edith Zerhusen. The oldest of 5, he grew up in Covington and went to war in 1942 where he was awarded EAME Theater Ribbon with…

RYLAND HEIGHTS – Donald (Don) C. Morwessel, 83, passed away on March 10, 2012 at Rosedale Manor in Latonia, KY. He was a graduate of St. Xavier High School and the Cincinnati College of Pharmacy. He was the 3rd generation owner of Morwessel Drugs pharmacy in Covington (founded in 1881 by his grandfather Henry), a…

Samuel Hubbard, age 78 and a resident of Okeechobee, Florida died at his home on March 7, 2012. He was a retired foreman and worked in the auto industry. He was born in Clay County, KY and is a former resident of Northern Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Vinia…

ERLANGER-Helen Taylor, 85, passed away Sunday March 4th at Mountain Crest Nursing Home in Cincinnati OH. Helen worked as a Secretary for the University of Cincinnati for 15 years and was a member of Ft Mitchell Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her grandson Graham Taylor. Survivors include her husband Robert “Bob” Taylor of Erlanger…

COVINGTON – Ric Marksberry, 57, passed away at home on March 3, 2012. He is preceded in death by his father Leonard Marksberry, mother Margie Marksberry, sisters Marlana Feeback and Janie Baird and his brother Lenny Marksberry. His survivors include one surviving aunt, Geraldine Beagle, his brothers Randal Marksberry, Harold Baird, Bob Eubanks, his sisters…

George Calvin Lecrone Jr., 45 of Florence, KY passed away Saturday March 3, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence, KY. George is preceded in death by his sister Veronica Hall. He is survived by his loving wife Tammy Lecrone of Florence, KY; father George Lecrone Sr. (Anna Marie) of Knoxville, TN; mother Melanie Blake…

ERLANGER- Shelley Lynn Bickers, 50, passed away on March 3, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Survivors include her daughter, Sandena Bickers, grandson Gavin Duryea, Hannah the cat, her mother Sandra Bickers, her brothers Ernie Bickers, Randy Bickers, Pat Bickers, her sisters Lori Lamb and Tracy Bickers, her brothers Pete Bickers and David Bickers…

Deborah Lee, age 53, died March 2, 2012 at her residence in Burlington. She was an Administrative Associate at General Electric. Survivors include her husband Thomas Lee of Burlington; 2 sons Kirk Sefchik of Euless, Texas and Joel Sefchik of Palmer, Massachusetts; a stepson Robert Lee of Burlington and 2 step daughters Kim Klein of…

Mabel Vainisi, resident of Villa Hills, KY formerly of Price Hill in Cincinnati, OH died on March 2, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Edgewood, KY. Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Vainisi. Devoted Mother of Barbara Gudgeon of Goshen, OH, Judy Simon of Villa Hills, KY and Charles Vainisi of Cincinnati, OH. She is…

Benjamin F. “Jud” Jr., 76, of Crestview Hills died March 1, 2012 at Saint Elizabeth in Edgewood. He was an Engineer with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for 34 years and later worked for L/N Concrete. He was a member of the Masons and an avid golfer . Survivors include his life partner Carol Schroeder of…

Jeffrey G. Taeuber, 47, of Park Hills, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. Jeff was a member of St. Agnes Church, made a Christ Renews His Parish weekend at St. Agnes, and made a diocesan Cursillo weekend. He was an avid fisherman and model train and military plane enthusiast.…

Marion Fredrika (nee Meurch), 95, of Waverly, OH (formerly of Park Hills, KY) passed away Tuesday February 28, 2012 at Traditions at Bristol Village in Waverly. She was a Librarian at various libraries throughout her life and retired from the Kenton County Public Library in 1981. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husband…

CRESTVIEW HILLS- Leslie G. “Les” Fleckenstein, 74, passed away Sunday February 26th at St Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. He worked in the Banking industry for 25 years with Fifth Third and Huntington Bank. Les was also self-employed and owned and operated his own commercial cleaning business called P&L Cleaning Services. Survivors include his wife…

Marguerite E. Bishop (nee: Case) formerly of Taylor Mill, KY, Reynoldsburg, OH, Magnolia, AR, Jacksonville, FL, and Erlanger, KY, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mrs. Bishop was the former owner of the Dairy Cottage in Taylor Mill, KY, and was active at her former church, Central…

Sandra Dailey, age 70, died Friday February 24, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center in Edgewood, KY. She was a retired Regional Support Specialist for ADP and a resident of Erlanger. Sandra was preceded in death by a son, Michael Dailey in 1986. Survivors include her husband Samuel J. Dailey of Erlanger; 2 daughters…

ERLANGER – Shirley Anne Molitor (Schultz), 79, of Erlanger, KY, passed away at Villa Springs Nursing Center on Friday, February 24, 2012. She was an avid Kentucky Wildcats fan and an active member of the Lloyd Memorial High School Boosters Club. She was preceded in death by her Husband George C. Molitor, her brother Willy…

Pearl D. Schafer, 104, of Ft. Wright, KY passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012 at St. Charles Care Center in Ft. Wright, KY. Pearl is preceded in death by her husband Lawrence Schafer; and two nephews Dan R. DiOrio; and Ralph Crisci. She is survived by her nephew Victor DiOrio of Louisville, KY; niece Diana…

Evelyn B. Cummings, 83, Erlanger, passed away February 22nd 2012 at Locust Grove Retirement Village in Mifflin PA. She was the wife of the late James H. Cummings, who preceded her on February 11th 2005. Evelyn was born on February 12 1929 in Grassy Cove Tennessee, a daughter of the late Austin and Lavada (Knox)…

FLORENCE – Harold M. Wainscott, 90, passed away February 21, 2012, at Bridge Point Care Center in Florence. He was a Veteran of WWII. Survivors include: his wife of 69 years Anne (Viox) Wainscott of Florence; his sister Betty Jennings of California; sons Michael Wainscott (Cynthia) of Florence and Robert Wainscott (Joyce) of Edgewood; 10…

Robert C. Staverman 87, died Tuesday February 21, at his Erlanger home. He retired from NuTone after 25 years. His son, Thomas Staverman, died previously. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Agnes Staverman, sons Bob Staverman of Villa Hills, Jim Staverman (Ellen) of Edgewood, Richard Staverman of Latonia, David Staverman (Kris) of…