Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Gayle D. Wells
Sep 5, 2024
Gayle D. Wells (nee Davis), 80 years of age, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 5, 2024 at her residence with loved ones at her side. Gayle was the loving wife of Henry A. Wells for 56 years. Loving mother of Sean Durkin Wells (wife Christy), Robert Davis Wells (wife Karen), Karen Brooks Hendrix (husband Eric), and Cynthia Wells Deatherage (husband...
Richard L. Detzel
Aug 31, 2024
Richard L. Detzel, 81 years of age, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 31, 2024, at The Christ Hospital, Hospice of Cincinnati with his loving family by his side. Rich was the loving husband of Kathy Detzel (nee Callahan) of 49 years. Loving father of Dan Detzel (Kerry), Sarah Davidson (Craig), and Dave Detzel. Loving grandfather and great-grandfather of Jordan, Jaden,...
Louise H. Weisner
Aug 30, 2024
Louise “Leesa” Wiesner, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, educator, artist, and adventurer, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life brimming with love, creativity, and boundless passion. A Master Scuba Diver Instructor, Leesa certified thousands of divers, sharing the beauty and mystery of the underwater world with people from all walks of life. Her adventures took her to the...
Richard N. "Dick" Cook
Aug 25, 2024
Richard (Dick) N. Cook
September 18, 1940 – August 25, 2024
Dick Cook passed away quietly on August 25, 2024. He is survived by his wife Nadine Howard, sons Michael Cook and Mark Cook (Beverly), grandsons Simon Cook and Fisher Cook and siblings Arthur Cook and Cindy Mincks (Carlos) and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was proceeded in death by his...
Carol A. Wald
Aug 22, 2024
Carol Ann Wald (Adler), 78, of Fort Wright, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Villa Springs Care Center, following a long bout with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Carol was born on April 5, 1946, to Kenneth Newton Adler Sr. and Marie Virginia Carriker, in Mineola, New York. Carol and her loving husband Tilo Wald would have celebrated their 58th year...
Denise Lyn Carnes
Aug 21, 2024
Denise will always be remembered as a successful and accomplished individual who excelled in both her schooling and career in the field of pharmaceuticals. Her dedication and hard work led her to become a highly respected and knowledgeable doctor, admired by many. However, she will be most remembered for her kind and giving nature towards anyone in need. Denise never...
Clara L. Botts
Aug 20, 2024
Clara Louise Botts, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at the age of 94 years old. Clara was preceded in death by her husband, the late Donald Botts and a daughter, the late Vickie (The late Michael) Moffitt. She is survived by her children, Sandra (Thomas) Sorg, Donna (JR) Johnson and Kimberly Botts. Clara is also survived by 8 grandchildren...
William "Bill" Fields Blasingame
Aug 19, 2024
William “Bill” Blasingame, age 88 (Blazer) of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024. He was born on October 30, 1935, to the late William Clarence Blasingame and Alice Field Blasingame whom preceded him in death.
Bill is survived by his wife, Sharon Blasingame (nee Tranter); children, Debbie Ennis (Rodney), Denise Bower (James), William Blasingame (Kim), Deron Blasingame...
Jeff Mills
Aug 19, 2024
Ronald Jeffrey Mills went home to the Lord on Monday, August 19, 2024. Jeff’s quiet, unexpected departure from his residence was so like him to not trouble anyone with his leaving. It seems his big heart just gave out. He was 66. Jeff was born to Ronald and Harriet Buckman Mills in Covington, Kentucky on April 21, 1958. Growing up...
Matthew A Geraci
Aug 18, 2024
Matthew A. Geraci, age 49, of Florence, KY passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Matt is survived by his children, Elizabeth “Liz” Geraci, Anthony Geraci and Amanda Geraci; mother, Marycarol Geraci; siblings, Frank Geraci (Laura) and Melissa Doll (Scott); grandchildren, Landon and Olivia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Anthony...
Lawrence Joseph Vonderschmidt Jr.
Aug 17, 2024
Lawrence Joseph Vonderschmidt Jr. July 17, 1940 –, August 17, 2024
Lawrence Joseph Vonderschmidt, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024, in Collinsville, Oklahoma. Born on July 17, 1940, in Erlanger, Kentucky, A member of St. Henry Alumni. Lawrence was a cherished member of the Northern Kentucky community, known for his kindness, dedication, and enduring...
Frank Clark Schultz
Aug 17, 2024
Frank Clark Schultz of Ft. Mitchell, KY, age 78, the loving and devoted father to Frank Matthew Schultz (Kathryn) and grandfather to Frank Clark Schultz II, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, August 17, 2024, with his son by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Betsy June Schultz, and brother James ("Jim") Stephen Schultz....
Hartmut B.R. Parnitzke
Aug 14, 2024
Hartmut Bernhard Richard Parnitzke, 76 years of age passed away on Wednesday, August 14th at his residence. He was the loving husband of Anne Parnitzke (nee Garbett). Devoted father of Eric Parnitzke (Jennifer), Lisa Gerwe (Tony), Sarah Wilke (Chris), and Chris Parnitzke (Carissa).
Caring Papa of Collin, Alec, Max, Nicholas, Ava, Dominic, Victoria, Owen, and Ben.
Dear brother of Hannchen (Newport, KY),Hubert...
Richard C. Gilligan
Aug 13, 2024
Richard C. Gilligan, 68 years old, of Walton, Kentucky and Palm Coast, Florida passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 with his family at his side. He was the loving husband of 49 years of Elaine Gilligan (nee Bloemer). He was the dear father of the late Richard L. Gilligan (2010) and loving father-in-law of Laina Foushee (Mike). Richard...
Julia Esther Medina (nee Juarba)
Aug 11, 2024
Julia E. Juarbe Medina, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at the age of 93 years old. Julia was preceded in death by a son, the late Jorge Correa Juarbe. She is survived by her children, Arturo Medina, Ricardo Medina, Lydia Michels and Elisa Hettesheimer; grandchildren, Noreli, Maria, Nicole, Turin, Steph, Francisco, Shawn, Elena, Paulina and Annalisse; great-granchildren, Diego, Cheni,...
David Lee Cummings
Aug 6, 2024
David Lee (Dave) Cummings passed peacefully to Eternal Life on August 6, 2024, at the age of 94 in his Edgewood home under the loving care of his family. He was a member of St Pius X Church for 60 years, Knights of Columbus 4th degree Father Bealer Council 3908. Born in Chicago, Illinois May 28,1930 to Virginia and Ollie...
Kristian A. Nikolov
Aug 3, 2024
Kristian A. Nikolov, age 33, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Kris’s personality brought warmth and love to many people he encountered in his live.The loving memories of his live will remain in the hearths of his family and friends forever. Kristian was a beloved son of his mother Natalia Nikolova and his father Atanas Nikolov.He will be forever...
Sr. Mary Joenita Schlueter
Jul 30, 2024
Janice Thelma Schlueter was born into the loving family of Thelma and Elmer Schlueter on March 27,1944. She was their only child. She described her childhood as “drenched with goodness and love of God.” Janice attended St. Martin School in Cheviot, Ohio, where she came to know the Sisters of Notre Dame. By the eighth grade Janice was convinced that...
Judy Ann Smith
Jul 29, 2024
Judy Ann Smith, age 81, of Erlanger, KY passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024. Judy is survived by her loving children, Brian Smith (Daniela Adams Smith) and Jennifer Henschen; brother, Thomas Dankworth (Debra); grandchildren, Hunter, Austin, Madison Henschen and Graeson Adams Smith. She was preceded in death by her dear husband, David Smith and parents, Richard and Bette Dankworth.
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