Kenneth PalmerKenneth Lee Palmer, 58, of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2015 at Bridge Point Center in Florence.  He was a self-employed Handyman who was a Master Carpenter, Master Electrician and Master Dry Waller. Kenneth was a member of Ludlow Presbyterian Church.He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ruby Palmer.Survivors include his brothers, Jeff and...

Ray McKenzieFloyd Ray McKenzie, 90, of Highland Heights and former resident of Winnsboro, SC, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2016 at Baptist Care Center in Newport. Ray moved from his hometown of Soperton, GA at age 21 and worked for Uniroyal in Winnsboro for 44 years.  After retirement, Ray enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting and beekeeping.  He was a faithful...

Susan M. (Quinn) TurneySusan Marjorie (Quinn) Turney, 77, of Carlsbad, California, formerly of Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, peacefully died on Sunday, December 4, 2016. Beloved wife of Donald Turney (deceased), Sue was a devoted mother, sister, aunt and friend who made everyone at ease with her good humor and laughter. She loved entertaining on her front porch and will be remembered...

David CliftonDavid Aaron Clifton, Sr., 31, of Covington, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2017.  Dave loved music, shoes, UK basketball, the Bengals and his family and friends, especially his children.Survivors include his father, Ron (Debbie) Clifton of Park Hills; mother, Karen Clifton of Park Hills; significant other, Kelsey Hamilton of Southgate; son, David “D.J.” Clifton, Jr; daughter, McKinley Clifton;...

Earleen RichardsonEarleen Richardson, 86, of Covington, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2017 at Cold Spring Care Center.  She was a homemaker. Earleen was a member of First Baptist Church in Ludlow.  She enjoyed spending time with family and traveling.Earleen was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Richardson (2002) and brother, Marvin Alexander.Survivors include her loving sons, Charles “David”...

Johnny "Dean" LawsonJohnny “Dean” Lawson, 66, of Corbin, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset.  Dean is preceded in death by his brother, Charles Freddy Lawson and sister, Linda Sue Lawson.Survivors include his sons, Jesse Dean Lawson of Erlanger, Chris (Bridget) Kirk of Elsmere; daughters, Jennifer (Robbie) Bishop in Independence; brothers, Joe (Terri)...

Betty Lou GearhartBetty Lou Gearhart, 88, of Blue Ash, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Blue Ash Nursing Home.Survivors include her son, Steven Gearhart of Thailand; grandson, Steven (Jessica) Gearhart; granddaughter, Dena (Andrew) Harmon and 8 great grandchildren.Services are private and at the convenience of the family.

Ramiro D. AlfaroRamiro Daniel Alfaro, 63, of Covington, KY, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019 at Christ Hospital.   He was an avid reader who loved history.   Ramiro also loved to cook and devoted much of his time with his family.  He was a passionate sports fan.  He is preceded in death by his mother, Judy Alfaro (1997) and brother...

Charlotte VolpenheinCharlotte Volpenhein, 82, of Crestview Hills, peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She was the Vice President of Computer Products Corp. Charlotte was a member of St. Pius X Church in Edgewood and St. Rose in Cincinnati.  She was a board member for Crestview Hills Transportation Board, HOA at Summit Lakes,...

Michael J. GoetzMichael J. Goetz, 69, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at his residence.  Mike was a graduate of Covington Catholic High School and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of Kentucky before receiving his MBA from Xavier University.  He worked as a purchasing agent with various manufacturing companies.Survivors include his daughter,...

Joseph E. GierJoseph E. Gier, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at his residence. Joseph was a member of the American Legion Post 4 in Florence. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Joseph also loved riding his motorcycle.Survivors include his wife of 56 years Janice Gier; son, Joseph (Barbie) Gier of Covington; daughters, Jenny...

Kenneth GrothausKenneth T. Grothaus, 43, of Edgewood, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019. His career included restaurant and warehouse positions as well as working as an electrician.  Ken loved being with his family, especially his daughters.Survivors include his parents, E. Ray and Jeanette Tabben Grothaus; daughters, Madison Grothaus and Morgan Perkins; brothers, Jeff (Robin) Grothaus, Ed (Sunny) Grothaus and...

John ToelkeJohn R. Toelke, Jr. escaped this mortal realm on March 9, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his wives, Joy Wilson Toelke in 1995 and Barbara Kelly Toelke in 2018; his sister, Janet Toelke Heffron; brother, Donald Toelke, and sister, Jean, who died in infancy.  He’s survived by his loving children, Heidi Toelke, Jeffrey Lawson and Diane Hart...

Mary "Dottie" AlfordMary Dorothy “Dottie” Alford, 96, of Covington, passed away on September 10, 2014 at Florence Park Care Center.  She was a homemaker.  Dottie was a member of St. Ann Church in West Covington, a lifetime member of Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 1484 in Covington.  She loved cooking, books on tape and spending time with her family.Dottie was preceded...

Marguerite HoffmanMarguerite Schmidt Hoffman, 100, of Ft. Wright, passed away onFriday, September 26, 2014 at Baptist Village Care Center in Erlanger. She had been a partner in Schmidt Food Marts in Covington. Marguerite was a lifetime member of St. John’s Congregational Church inWest Covington where she held many offices over the years. She was also a member of the Ohio...

Patricia RicheyPatricia Jean Richey, 73, of Independence, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. She was a housekeeper for Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. Patty was a member of Pleasant View Baptist in Bromley.  She enjoyed embroidering, solving word find puzzles, coloring books for adults, and playing BINGO.Survivors include her loving cousins, Paula...

Charles "Chip" SeibertCharles “Chip” Seibert, 60 of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at his residence.  He retired as a Foreman from the Northern Kentucky Water District.  Chip loved the Lord and set a true example of a life lived in service to others.  He never missed out on an opportunity to share some of his vast wisdom...

Barbara S. IlesBarbara S. Iles, 70, of Erlanger, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 12, 2021, at her residence. She was an accounting clerk at Drees Homes. Barbara was a very happy and passionate person. She enjoyed going camping with her husband. She was very proud of the life her and James had built together. Most of all she loved...

Betty Lou HallBetty Lou Hall, 76, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. She was a housekeeper, for many years, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.  Betty loved to play bingo and watch tv shows but most of all she loved spending time with her daughter, Frances (late Mark Matthew) Jones of Covington.  Other...

Elmer A Cook, Jr.Elmer A Cook, Jr., 83, of Sadieville, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at his residence.  Elmer was a retired Machinist with R. A. Jones.  He served our country in the U.S. Navy on the USS Sickell. Elmer was a member of Salem United Methodist Church.  He loved the outdoors, especially boating, fishing and swimming.  He...