Richard Lee TraftRichard Lee Traft, 57, of Ft. Thomas, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2016 at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati.  He was an Auto Detailer with Marshall Dodge.  He was a member Bellevue Baptist Church, and was an avid UK Basketball and Cincinnati Bengal’s fan, loved auto racing and was the life of the party.Survivors include his daughter, Melanie...

Owen HauckOwen Kenton “Coach” Hauck, 88, of Ft. Thomas, KY passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 surrounded by his family at Rosedale Green in Covington, KY.He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Shirley Rigney Hauck (2007) and his son, Glenn Steven Hauck (2005).He is survived by his devoted son, Douglas Owen Hauck of Ft....

Martha K. MelinMartha K. Melin, 98, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Bromley, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Spring Arbor of Wilmington in Wilmington, NC. She was a loving mother and homemaker.  Martha was member of Immanuel United Church of Christ of Bromley. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, and spending time with family.Survivors include her loving son, Thomas (Michele)...

Earl KramerEarl G. Kramer, 94, of Villa Hills, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Brookdale in Edgewood.  He was the Owner and President of Cincinnati Baker’s Supply for almost 50 years.  Earl served our country in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII.  He was a member of St. Xavier Church in Cincinnati and Par Hoppers of Cincinnati. ...

David FurnishDavid Furnish, 69, of Covington, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at his residence.  He was a Parks and Recreation driver for the City of Covington.  David served our country in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.  He was a lifetime member of the Kelly Furnish VFW and member of the Park Hills VFW.  David liked to...

Nancy LoyalNancy C. Loyal, 81, of Kenton Hills, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood surrounded by her family.  She was a retired secretary for the R.A. Jones Company.  Nancy was a member of Immanuel Methodist Church in Lakeside Park.  She was a previous President of the James A. Caywood School PTA, and...

Harold ThompsonHarold M. Thompson, 68, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence.  He was a retired shipping clerk for Square D and Teklogix as well as a Professional Wrestler.  He loved UK Basketball, Reds Baseball, Bengals Football and most of all his family.Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Carla Thompson.Survivors...

Bessie FleissnerBessie Wren Fleissner, 99, a resident of Ludlow for 72 years, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at Baptist Care Center in Erlanger.  She was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse who worked for St. Elizabeth Hospital and as a Private Duty Nurse.  Bessie was a member of Bromley Christian Church where she was a past Sunday school teacher. ...

Larry DunawayLarry Dunaway, 69, of Burlington, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence. He was a retired iron worker who was currently employed by Federal Express.  He had been involved in building the Epcot Ball in Disneyworld.  Larry proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He was a member...

Charles T. ManningCharles “Charlie” T. Manning, 85, of Ludlow, passed away on Tuesday, November 03, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  He was a retired Purchasing Manager for K.D. Lamp in Cincinnati and worked for several years at Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home after his retirement.  Charlie was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church in Ludlow.  He...

Patricia HartmanPatricia “Patty” Hartman, 59, of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She worked for The Commonwealth of Kentucky as a Family Support Specialist and a night auditor for LaQuinta Inn Hotel in Florence. Patty was a huge Elvis Presley fan and loved to travel.Survivors include her brothers, Daniel “Bob” (Danell) Hartman...

Patsy SeeverPatsy Seever, 80, of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, December 04, 2015 at Villaspring of Erlanger.  She was a retired Registered Nurse who was the Director of Outpatient Services and worked in the ER at Booth Hospital in Covington.  Patsy was a member of Ludlow Christian Church.  She was a volunteer for the Salvation Army and loved reading and...

Philip WartmanPhilip Wartman, 37, of Bromley, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  He was a clerk for 17 years at Remke Market in Ft. Mitchell.  Philip loved to bowl on his Friday night bowling league at Center Lanes in Newport and he was a participant in the Special Olympics.  He was an avid...

Margaret DietzMargaret M. Dietz, 91, of Florence, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence.  She was a Retired Register Nurse for Booth Memorial Hospital. Margaret retired to become a homemaker and to help with her husband’s business.  She loved caring for her family and grandson.  Margaret was also an avid gardener.She is preceded in...

Brenda McCrackenBrenda McCracken, 59, of Covington, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2016. She was a homemaker. Brenda was a member of Holy Cross Church, loved to fish and was the life of the party.Survivors include her sons, Nate (Kelly) Valerius of Santa Cruz, CA, William (Katie) Fall of Mt. Washington, OH; daughter, Shelby Holland of Latonia; sister, Rita Elliot...

Roseanna SchletkerRoseanna Mary Schletker, 90, of Villa Hills, passed away on Tuesday, February 02, 2016 at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. She was a retired coding supervisor for Burgoyne Inc. in Cincinnati. Roseanna was a member of St. Augustine Church in Covington, a member and past President of Redwood Women’s Guild, member and past President of La Salette Academy Mother’s...

Mildred McCoyMildred McCoy, 94, of Villa Hills passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Villaspring of Erlanger. She was a homemaker. Mildred also was a volunteer at St. Elizabeth Hospital and a member of the Grandma’s Club in Ft. Wright.She was preceded in death by her husband, James McCoy Jr. and son, James McCoy III.Survivors include her daughter,...

Ervin MartinErvin “Butch” Martin, 59, of Alexandria, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2016 at his residence. He was a retired Polisher with Jewel Craft where he worked for 41 years. Butch was a member of St. Henry Church in Erlanger.  He loved classic and hot rod cars, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and especially loved his grandchildren.Survivors include his loving wife, Pat...

Albert Spellbring, Jr.Albert J. Spellbring, Jr., 95, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a retired head traffic manager with Kroger Company on State Ave. in Cincinnati.  Al proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of St. Augustine Church in Covington. Al...

Jeanette BargerJeanette Barger, 74, of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.  She was a retired warehouse worker for 3M in Cincinnati.Jeanette was a member of First Baptist Church in Ludlow.  She loved to sew, read and to work in the yard with her flowers and garden.  Jeanette especially loved being a...