Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
James R. Deters
May 13, 2021
Edgewood - James R. Deters , 90, of Edgewood passed away peacefully Thursday, May 13, 2021 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. Jim was born in Covington, KY on February 22, 1931 to the late Gilbert & Hermina (Bogenschutz) Deters. Jim was a veteran proudly serving in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict on the USS Barton 722. While serving...
Harry V. Tenkotte
May 13, 2021
Harry V. Tenkotte, age 89, of Park Hills, KY passed away peacefully on May 13, 2021. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary Meier Tenkotte, in 2019. He is survived by children Peggy Engelman (Greg), Tom Tenkotte, and Paul Tenkotte (John Schlipp); grandchildren Mark and Brenda Engelman, Melissa and Alex Foltz and 8 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law August “Gus” Meier and sister-in-law Helen Topmiller. Visitation...
Larry S. Miller
May 12, 2021
Larry S. Miller, age 69, of Edgewood, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. He was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late Omar and Frances Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Miller. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Judith Miller (nee Schulte); son, Mathew...
Patricia Ann Woods
May 11, 2021
Patricia Ann Woods. Entered her Eternal Garden and was surrounded by the ones she loved on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at the age of 88 years. Patricia was preceded in death by her late husbands, Donald Kirk and Dean Woods and a daughter, Terri Byrd. She is survived by her children, Debbie Kelly, Rick Appelman, Randy Appelman, Cindy Fry, Scott...
David "Mike" Sandfoss
May 7, 2021
David “Mike” Sandfoss 76 years of age passed away Friday May 7, 2021 at his home in Franklin, Ohio. He was a 1962 Graduate of Boone County High School and previously worked at The A B Dick Company and at Twin Cedars of Lebanon until his death. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Marion and Ray Sandfoss, sisters...
Rupert "Joe" Fabre
May 4, 2021
Villa Hills – Rupert “Joe” Fabre, 86, passed away on May 4, 2021, after a long battle with Dementia. He retired after over 40 years with C G and E in 1992, at the age of 58. He had many years to travel and play golf and fish. His main claim to fame was playing pool. He loved playing pool...
Robert "Bob" P. Root
May 4, 2021
Robert “Bob” P. Root, age 93, of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Bob was a retired veteran who bravely served in the United States Navy during WWII; he later went on to become a computer programmer at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. He is survived by his loving wife, Freida Root; children, Diana DeGroff (Chris),...
David John Holzderber
May 2, 2021
David J. Holzderber, age 74, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully at home with his family on Sunday, May 2, 2021. He bravely served our country as a member of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. David is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Holzderber; children, Eric Holzderber, Lauren Dressman (Tony) and Shane Holzderber (Carrie); siblings, Kathy...
Albert J. "Jim" Dahlenburg
May 1, 2021
Albert J. “Jim” Dahlenburg. Passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the age of 83 years. Jim is survived by his wife Nancy Dahlenburg (nee Batchelor); children, Dina (Jim) Chapman, Jeannette (Jeff) Shelton, Kris Niehaus, Sharon Dahlenburg and Matt (Stacey) Dahlenburg. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Visitation Friday, May 7th from 11:00 am until time of memorial...
Lorraine Helen Dickhaus
Apr 24, 2021
Lorraine Helen Dickhaus, age 97, of Park Hills, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021. She was a devoted quilter and was still quilting by hand up to 5 months ago. She loved spending time with her great grandchildren and holding the babies. Lorraine also enjoyed her rides in the car and going to Rabbit Hash because that...
Michael "Mike" David Mangeot
Apr 19, 2021
Michael David Mangeot, 83, died peacefully at home under hospice care on April 19, 2021. Mike was a well-known Northern Kentucky businessman, politician, philanthropist and civic leader for over 55 years. Mike is survived by his four sons, Rob Mangeot of Anderson Township, Dave Mangeot of Edgewood, Jeff Mangeot of Cape Coral Florida, and Chris (Beth) Mangeot of Villa Hills,...
Janice L. Wenstrup
Apr 14, 2021
Janice L. Wenstrup (nee Terry), 82 years of age passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday with her family by her side. Janice was the loving wife of 59 years of David L. Wenstrup. Loving mother of David E. Wenstrup (Theresa), Deanna Wenstrup, Ken Wenstrup (David), Greg Wenstrup (Angie), and Andy Wenstrup. Loving grandmother of fourteen and great grandmother of five. Janice...
Kathleen Mary Hodge
Apr 12, 2021
Beloved wife of Louis Hodge, devoted mother of Mike (Angie), Gary (Jennifer) and Pamela (Andrew) Stich passed away on April 12, 2021. Kathy’s Irish eyes are now smiling in heaven as she joins her cherished sister Pat (Eckerle) and her loving mother and father William & Catherine Finneran. Kathy was a world-class grandma whose love for her 7 grandsons (Keegan...
John William Allhoff
Apr 9, 2021
John William Allhoff, age 75, of Villa Hills, KY passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021 at his residence. John bravely served our country as a member of the United States Navy from 1965-69. John had a successful career of 31 years with Delta Airlines, and was admired and appreciated by all his coworkers. He was an avid golfer for...
Ramona C. Boswell
Apr 7, 2021
Ramona Claire Derrick BoswellAugust 16, 1929 to April 7, 2021Our beloved Momma has lived a life filled with love. Born to Dorothy and Earl Derrick, Ramona was an only child who was doted on by her parents and neighboring aunts and uncles who were childless. She grew up on a street in Clifton, KY (annexed eventually by Newport) that was...
Fred A. McKinley
Apr 7, 2021
Fred A. McKinley, 69 years of age passed away on Wednesday April 7, 2021 at St Elizabeth in Edgewood. Fred worked at The Kenton County Fiscal Court in the I.T. department. He was the loving husband of Cathy McKinley (nee Sluss). Loving father of Sabrina Fratzke (Tony), Kayla McKinley and the late Allen McKinley. Fred was the loving grandpa of...
Alice Ruth Helmer
Apr 5, 2021
Alice Ruth Helmer (nee Burke) 89 years of age passed away peacefully Monday at her home in Erlanger, KY. She was the loving wife of the late Fred John Helmer Jr. Loving mother of Beth Harmeling and the late Fred John Helmer III. Dear sister to Charles Burke, Thomas Burke, Lillian Burke Pieper, Anna-May Burke Linneman, Shirley Burke, Edward Burke,...
Jean Ann Von Handorf
Apr 4, 2021
Jean Ann Glenn Von Handorf September 18, 1926-April 4, 2021
Our beloved mother quietly and peacefully passed away early Easter Sunday morning. She joined her husband of 65 years, Dick Von Handorf, her brothers Bill Glenn and Pat Cross, and her sister, Mary Dorothy (Cross) Rennekamp. Jean was born September 18, 1926, and was a proud graduate of Notre Dame...
Brenda E. Lee
Apr 4, 2021
Brenda E. Lee 70 years of age passed away Sunday at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Brenda was a Hair Dresser in Ft. Wright for many years. She was the dear sister to Terry Pirie (Ian), Jeff Lee (Donna), Daniel Lee (Fran) and the late Nancy Bosch. Loving aunt of Multiple nieces and nephews and preceded in death by SSG...
Ruth Huddleston
Apr 2, 2021
Ruth Huddleston (nee Powers). Passed away Friday, April 2, 2021 at the age of 72 years. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Barton E. and Eliza Mae Powers and a brother, Earl (Mary) Powers. She is survived by her sons, Kenny Huddleston and Billy Huddleston; sisters, Lois (Wayne) Sawyers and Bonnie Floyd. Ruth is also survived by...
