Brandi TraftBrandi L. Traft, 41, of Independence, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  She spent her time with her family.  Brandi had a great sense of humor and loved watching movies on the Lifetime channel.Brandi is preceded in death by her parents, Glenn Traft (7/29/04) and Wilma Traft (2/17/01); and brothers, Pete Traft...

William "Bill" Goodpaster IIWilliam “Bill” Albert Goodpaster II, 40, of Newport, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at his residence.  He was an employee of Doppes Lumber Company in Cincinnati.  Bill was a member of First Baptist Church in Ludlow.  He loved his children and coached knothole baseball for his son’s team.  He liked to fish, cook and clean. ...

Valena Lee BockValena Lee Bock, 57, of Erlanger, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at her residence.  She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother.Survivors include her sons, David E. Bock III of Newport, Nathan Bock of Florence, Christopher Bock of Independence, Nicholas Bock of Florence; daughters, Michelle (Jack) Smith of Erlanger, Nina Bock of Erlanger; brothers, Tony...

Nicholas E. IveyNicholas Eddison “Nick” Ivey, 47, of Hebron, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence.  He was a retired Collection Specialist for 5/3 Bank.  Nick loved watching movies, reading, doing crossword puzzles and communicating with many friends around the world through Facebook.  He had been in the Rho Chapter of Alpha Delta Gamma...

John BrewsterJohn E. Brewster, 84, of Crittenden, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2016 at his residence.  He was a retired Truck Driver for the Castelinni Group. John was a member of Violet Ridge Church of Christ in Crittenden.  He loved fishing, bird watching and especially spending time with his grandchildren.John was preceded in death by his wife, Alisa Brewster...

Evelyn MartinEvelyn Martin, 85, of Burlington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at her residence. She was a café associate with Sam’s Club in Florence. She was a member of Crossroads Church in Florence. Evelyn enjoyed to travel and sending time with family.She is preceded in death by her husband, William Martin and son, Ervin Martin.Survivors include her...

Robert HerzogRobert Herzog, 85, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2016, at his residence.  He was a retired Trader in the Trust Department at US Bank.  Robert was a lifelong member of Sts. Boniface and James Catholic Church.  He was a 1949 graduate of Covington Catholic.  Robert spent his life as devoted son and nephew.  He was an...

Diana MorrisonDiana C. Morrison, 70, of Lexington, formerly of Northern Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington.  She was a retired School Bus Driver for the Fayette County School System.  Diana was an antique collector who loved children, traveling, cooking and making blankets, hats and scarves for children in need.She is survived by...

Mary L. SchmidlinMary L. Schmidlin, 94, of Ft. Mitchell, formerly of Hyde Park, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.She was a member of The Church of the Annunciation in Clifton.Mary was a homemaker who loved traveling, shopping, cooking, boating and playing cards.She was an avid tennis and golf player.Mary was a longtime resident...

Gary Lee HarmanGary Lee Harman, 67, of Burlington, passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. He was the owner and electrician with Gary’s Electric where he did a great deal of his electrical service in Ludlow.Garry was preceded in death by his brothers, Bob and Jack Harman.Survivors include his wife, Sherry Williams of Burlington; son, Gary L. (Amy)...

Kathleen A. FinckKathleen “Kathy” A. Finck, 80, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence.She was a homemaker and former Executive Secretary for Twyman, Dunning, Temple and Berg Insurance, Co.  Kathy was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church in Ludlow where she was a Eucharistic Minister and was on Parish Council. ...

Evelyn "Jean" CollinsEvelyn Jean (Queen Jean) Collins of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at her residence. She was co-owner of Bob & Jean's Carry- Out in Ludlow.  Jean was a Kentucky Colonel, loved her puppies, spending time with her family and the neighborhood children. She also enjoyed working part-time in the Ludlow independent Schools cafeteria.Jean was preceded...

Thomas C. CarrThomas C. Carr, 75, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at Anderson Mercy Hospital in Cincinnati.  He was a retired teacher and coach with Amelia High School in Cincinnati.  Tom was a basketball and football coach at many schools in Florida, Kentucky, and Ohio.  He attended the Cincinnati Reds Training Camp in Sarasota, Florida...

Betty Jean McCauleyBetty Jean McCauley, 81, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully at her daughter's residence on Tuesday, November 29, 2016.  She was a homemaker who loved spending time with her family, especially babysitting her grandchildren.  Betty was a member of Generations Church of the Nazarene in Independence.  She was also a member of North Kentucky Grandmothers Club in Ft. Wright...

James SucherJames “Jim” J. Sucher, 77, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at his residence. He retired as the owner and operator of the Speak Easy Restaurant in Crescent Springs after 41 years.  Jim was a member of St. Joseph Church in Crescent Springs.  He was a member of Moonlite Hunting and Fishing Club.  Jim loved...

Delores M. BryantDelores M. Bryant, 84, of Edgewood, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence, KY.  She was a retired secretary for Kling and Associates Law Firm in Cincinnati, OH.  Delores enjoyed spending time with family and her pet dog.  She also loved making crafts.Survivors include her sons, Charlie Bryant (Marilyn) of Edgewood,...

Shawn Matthew CrowleyShawn “Matthew” Crowley, 40 of Newport, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at his residence.  Matthew was a long-time member of Newport First Church of the Nazarene and most recently attended Community Family Church in Independence.  He proudly served our country in the U. S. Navy where he was an intermediate Electronics and Avionics Technician.  His son...

Ronald Lee ThivenerRonald Lee Thivener, 73, of Ludlow, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at his residence.  Ronald proudly served our country in the U.S. Army.Survivors include his sons, Anthony Thivener, Ryan Chester Snodgrass; daughters, Shelly Thivener, Debbie Thivener; 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.Graveside service will be on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 1:00 PM in Kentucky Veterans...

Joan ShockeyJoan Marie Shockey, 83, of Florence, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  She was a retired Real Estate Agent with Sibcy Cline where she developed lifelong friendships with her clients and colleagues.  She was a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church in Lakeside Park where she loved singing in the choir.  Joan...

Albert G. GoetzAlbert G. Goetz, 94, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at his residence.  He was a Driver and Salesman for the Coca-Cola Company in Cincinnati.  Albert was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, played football at St. Xavier High School, was an avid golfer, and enjoyed building stone walls in his free time. His...