William D. BakerWilliam D. Baker Sr., 43, of Elsmere, passed away on Monday, May 10,2021 at Harrison Memorial Hospital in Cynthiana, KY. He was a landscaper for Baker Landscaping.Survivors include his mother, Cheryl (Dave) Anderson; father, Terry Weiskittel; son, William Baker Jr.; daughter, Gulia-Marie Baker; brother, Steven Baker; sisters, Wendi Hall and Jennifer Weiskittel; and one grandchild; Terry.A visitation will...

Joseph L. SharpJoseph L. Sharp, 71, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a pastor for over 40 plus years and served as Associate Pastor at Central Church of the Nazarene in Ft. Wright.  Joe loved to preach and share God’s word and help anyone in need.  He was a...

Kathleen MullinsKathleen Marie Mullins, 64, of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022 at her residence.  Kathleen had a passion for cooking and was a talented chef.  She loved cooking for everyone but was most known for her infamous cheesecake.  Most of all, she liked spending time with her grandchildren, Hunter, Jasmine and Zachary.  She was a member of...

James L. IlesJames L. Iles, 69, passed away onMonday, March 14, 2022, at his home in Erlanger.  He was a mechanic at Jim’s Transmission in Florence.  He proudly served our country in the U.S. Marines. Jim loved to fish, he loved model cars, boats, and history.  Mostly he loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.He was preceded in...

Norma StanleyNorma Stanley, 86, of Park Hills, KY, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. She was a Logistics Specialist with Procter and Gamble in Cincinnati. Norma was a member of Lakeside Christian Church. Family meant the world to Norma especially her grandchildren. She loved going to their sporting events. Norma enjoyed going...

Jack O'DonoghueJohn C “Jack” O’Donoghue passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Edgewood, at the age of 92.  Jack was born March 2, 1930 in Ludlow, KY to Marion and Cecilia (Burke) O’Donoghue.  He spent his childhood in Frankfort, KY and survived polio at the age of 8.  Jack graduated from Good Shephard High School in 1948.  He worked...

Patricia KrebsPatricia “Pat” Krebs, 69, of Florence, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022, at her residence.  Pat was a manager at Toy-R-Us, Franks Nursery and Crafts and Visiting Angels. She loved crafting, spending time with her grandchildren and travelling with her husband.Survivors include her devoted husband, David Krebs of Florence; son, Jason (Jennifer) Krebs of Union; daughters, Tracy (Greg)...

Joseph HenryJoseph G. Henry, 24, of Covington, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Children’s Hospital in Cincinnati.  Joseph loved Disney movies, especially the movies with music and he liked listening to a variety of music. He also enjoyed traveling with his family and he enjoyed nature and hiking.Survivors include his devoted parents, Robert and Adrianna (nee Lindsey) Henry...

Franklin D. BellFranklin D. Bell, 81, of Ludlow, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Manatee River Assisted Living in Palmetto, FL. He was a retired Conductor with CSX Railroad.  Frank served our country in the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of Ludlow Springs Hobo Club and Beard Club through the Hobo Club.Survivors include his loving wife...

Jeffrey McNeesJeffrey McNees, 59, of Covington, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  Jeff was a U.S. Postal Carrier. He loved bass fishing and was a member of Pete’s Fishing Club. He also loved the Cincinnati Reds, playing poker, and fantasy football.  Most of all, he loved his family, especially his grand babies.Survivors include...

Edward VockeEdward  Vocke, 81, of Ft. Wright, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021. He was a retired supervisor for General Electric in Evendale and a member of St. Agnes Church in Ft. Wright.  His wife, Joan Vocke, preceded him in death on January 1, 2020.Survivors include his sons, John Vocke of Warsaw, Michael Vocke of Independence; daughters, Mary Brotherton...

Gerald J. RapienGerald Joseph Rapien, 79, of Ft. Mitchell, Ky. passed away very peacefully July 5, 2022 with his wife and daughters privileged to see him through his journey.  The son of Joseph and Maxine Salyer Rapien (both deceased), Jerry grew up in North College Hill, OH enjoying the Boy Scouts and cultivating a lifelong love of the outdoors, enjoying...

Ann BellAnn Bell, 60, of Ludlow, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood.  Ann was a caring person who loved spending time with her family.  She will be greatly missed by her husband of 30 years, Frank Bell, Jr.; daughter, Jessica Lynn Gamble of Ludlow; brother Gerald (Elaine) Arnold of Oak Point, TX; sisters, Louise...

Robert RoseRobert L. Rose, 99, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday August 5, 2020 at Villaspring of Erlanger.  Bob worked for many years at Cincinnati Bell.  He served our country as a sergeant in the Army Air Core.Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth.Survivors include his sons, Trent and Reynold “Rigg” Rose; daughter, Dashiel Augur and many grandchildren...

Nancy HolcombNancy Marie Holcomb, 61, of Covington, passed away onTuesday, August 16, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. Nancy worked in customer service for the Duro Bag Company.Survivors include her son, Shane (Christy) Townsend of Covington; daughter, Chariss (Henry) Young of Alexandria; brothers, Tony Roedig of Covington, Larry Roedig of Warsaw, Norbert Roedig of Covington, Joseph Roedig of Independence;...

Juanita LukenJuanita Luken, of Lakeside Park, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Villaspring of Erlanger.  She was the loving wife of late husband, Robert C. Luken.  Survivors include her son, Robert D. (Diana) Luken of Merritt Island, FL; granddaughters, Barbra and Debra Luken of Ocoee, FL.  Juanita had an extraordinarily full and active life.  Born in West Somerset,...

Lawrence TobergteLawrence “Larry” Tobergte, 76, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2015 at his residence. Larry was a retired manufacture engineer for Amano Cincinnati.  He loved fishing, camping, antique cars, drag racing and building things but most of all loved his family that always came first above all.Larry proudly served our country in the U.S. Army.Survivors included wife Eva (Browning) Tobergte...

Greta BrownGreta Brown, of Florence, formerly of Crestview Hills, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016 at Elmcroft of Florence.  Greta was a member of Erlanger Methodist Church and a longtime member of the Erlanger Lions and Lioness Clubs where she received many local and international awards.  Greta was also a Band Booster member for Lloyd High School.She was preceded...

Russell Ross, Jr.Russell Ross, Jr., 83, of Edgewood, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at his residence.  He was the owner and operator of an over the road trucking company.  Russell proudly served our country in the U.S. Coast Guard.  He was a member of the Colonel Clay Lodge #159 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Covington and Teamsters Local...

Letha EvansLetha S. Evans, 94, of Ft. Wright, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  She had been a New York school teacher for over 35 years in the New Hyde Park school system. She was a President of the Grand Rapids Silver K Ladies Kiwanis Club and recipient of the prestigious Hickson Award. ...