Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
John Drees
Oct 27, 2022
John "Jack" Drees 92 years of age passed away peacefully Thursday, October 27th at his home with his loving family by his side. Jack was the loving husband of Judith Arlene Drees (née Schneider) for 60 years. Devoted father to Jodie (Jeff) Ganote, Carrie (Blair) Trusty, and the late John Andrew Drees (Amy). Cherished grandfather of Clay Trusty, Andrew Drees, Jonah Drees, and...
Jean W. McKinley
Oct 26, 2022
Jean Ann Wichmann’s beautiful life started February 22, 1957, born to Robert and Rita Wichmann. She peacefully entered heaven on October 26, 2022. The birth and death of this amazing woman were not quite as important as the days in between.
On August 6, 1977 she became Jean McKinley, devoted wife to her best friend, Tim McKinley at Mother of...
Martha S. Arlinghaus
Oct 23, 2022
Martha S. Arlinghaus, 83 years of age passed away on Sunday October 23, 2022. Martha is survived by her brothers Robert Arlinghaus (Martha), and Kenneth Arlinghaus (Sally). Numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Edwin and Marcella (nee Kemper) Arlinghaus, Siblings Edwin, Betty, Leo, Anna Mae, Eugene, Norman, Norbert, James, Paul, Richard, Joseph and Mary. Special...
Talia E. Frye
Oct 20, 2022
Talia E. Frye. Passed away Thursday, October 20, 2022 at the age of 44 years old. She is survived by her parents, Douglas and Linda Wisher; siblings, Diane (Gary) Reynolds, Christine Wisher, Joseph (Michele) Wisher, Steven (Cathy) Wisher and Raymond (Erica) Wisher. Talia is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Talia was a fierce...
Robert B. Brinkman
Oct 20, 2022
Robert B. Brinkman, 97 years of age peacefully passed away at his residence on Thursday. Robert was an Army WWII veteran. He was the loving husband of the late Claris Brinkman (nee Young). Loving father of Lillian Lux (John) and Robert J. Brinkman. Loving grandpa of Five and Five great grandchildren. Dear life companion to the late Dobie Daley. Visitation...
Evelyn M. Ruh
Oct 17, 2022
Evelyn (Meyer)Ruh passed on October 17, 2022 at the age of 81 after a long battle with
cancer. She passed away peacefully at her Ft Mitchell, Ky home with her family by her side.
Evelyn was born in Norwood, OH on October 23, 1940 to Herb and Thelma Meyer. Evelyn
was the second oldest of 5 children: Syliva, Evelyn, Dorothy,...
Sam Roger Walker
Oct 10, 2022
Sam “Roger” Walker, 58, of Florence , KY passed away peacefully on October 10, 2022. He was born in Sunbright, TN November 16, 1963 to the late John Walker and Dean (Gunnels) Walker. He had a job for many years at BAWAC helping special needs workers and making a difference in their lives. He will be missed dearly by his...
Robert D. Hofacre
Oct 6, 2022
Robert D. Hofacre, age 88 passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday, October 6, 2022. Robert grew up in Massilion Ohio and graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1956. Robert was a self-employed Certified Public Accountant in Northern Kentucky for 42 years. For many years, he was an active member of St. Pius X...
Carol Duncan Sovereign
Oct 5, 2022
Carol Ann Duncan-Broering-Sovereign February 2, 1942 – October 5, 2022. A resident of Crestview Hills, was a conscientious mother, a faithful wife and exceptional scholar. Her classmates in high school described her as sensitive, a perfectionist and ‘date-bait.’ Carol did attract quite a bit of male attention. In fact, she was nominated for Miss Kentucky. A member of the National...
Edward W. "Ed" Bessler
Oct 4, 2022
Edward Wolfgang Bessler, 88, of Crestview Hills died on Oct 4, 2022 at Emerald Trace in Elsmere. Having grown up in humble circumstances, he and his five siblings all had a strong belief in redemption and second chances. Ed was so very generous and tended to see the best in people. He was a loving father and husband, and he...
Jerome "Jerry" Lee Kern
Oct 1, 2022
Jerome “Jerry” L. Kern, age 80, of Fort Wright, Kentucky passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, October 1, 2022 surrounded by his family.
His infectious smile, sense of humor, and kindness towards others touched the lives of many. He will be deeply missed.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Kathleen Kern...
Jeffrey John Nussbaum
Sep 28, 2022
"Jeffrey J. Nussbaum, age 69, of Park Hills KY passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth hospital Wednesday, September 28th, surrounded by loving family. He was the son of Charles and Velma Nussbaum of Ft. Mitchell. Jeff graduated from Beechwood High where he played football and later with a semipro team. He was always and avid UK fan. He worked many...
Mary G. Wehrman
Sep 28, 2022
Mary G. Wehrman, devoted mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at Villa Springs Health Care Center on September 28, 2022, with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 26, 1937, in Maysville, KY to the late Ambrose and Emma (Hermann) Germann. Mary is survived by her children Barry (Amy) Wehrman, Phil (Maria)...
Martha L. Ringo
Sep 26, 2022
Martha Lynne Ringo (nee Staub), 60 years of age passed away Monday September 26, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood with her loving family by her side. Martha is survived by her loving husband Daniel L. Ringo. Loving mother of Jessica Ringo (Purujit) and Elliott Ringo. Loving daughter of Jack and Paula Staub. Dear sister of John Staub (Patti), Linda Darin...
Joan Brennan Kennedy
Sep 24, 2022
Joan Brennan Kennedy, 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 24th, surrounded by her close family. Joan was the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy Bamberger, one of seven children. She is survived by her sister, Michaelle Bamberger and brother, Joseph Bamberger. Brothers Abbot John Eudes, and James Bamberger and sisters Dorothy Bamberger and Nancy Egan predeceased her. Joan married Lawrence...
Robert Edward Harthun
Sep 22, 2022
Robert Edward Harthun, age 93, of Fort Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 22,
He is survived by his loving children, Denise Sterling (Steve), Steve Harthun (Jel), Barb O’Connell
(Greg), Gina Corken (Paul), Bob Harthun, Susan Mahan (Randy) and Becky Parks (Tom Jett); brother,
Tom Harthun (Marita), 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Robert was preceded in passing by
...
Judith Lynn Baldrick
Sep 22, 2022
Judith Lynn Baldrick (nee Froelicher), 79 years of age passed away September 22, 2022 with her loving family by her side. She will be missed tremendously by her husband Robert of 59 years. Her children Ray (Mary), Robert, Jeanette (John), Ronald, Joan, Randolph and Russell. Loving grandmother of Twenty and great grandma to fifteen. She was preceded in death by...
Jeanette Merriss Van Dorn
Sep 20, 2022
On September 20, 2022 Jeanette Merriss Van Dorn found loving peace at age 99. She was born at home in Logansport Indiana to her late parents Orlando James and Jessie Kuns Lebo. Her father was a Fire Chief and her mother was a seamstress. Life took her through the Great Depression, WW II, marriage, motherhood, the deaths of two...
Pamela M. "Pam" Eismann
Sep 19, 2022
Pam Eismann, age 60, of Florence, KY passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022. Pam was dearly loved by her family and friends. She was a true caregiver at heart and enjoyed spending her time taking good care of the people around her. She poured her heart out for others and lived a life full of kindness and humility. She...
Maureen T. Meyers
Sep 19, 2022
Maureen T. Meyers (nee Young) passed away Monday, September 19, 2022, in her home at the age of 85. Maureen was a graduate of LaSalette Academy. She was an avid reader and loved crossword puzzles. Maureen was a proud member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, and enjoyed celebrating all things Irish. She enjoyed many fun and unique trips...
