Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Joyce Belle Leistner
Jul 1, 2017
Joyce Belle Leistner, 88, of Taylor Mill, KY passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Arden Courts of Anderson. She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Vera Couch Johnston and loving husband John Leistner Sr. Joyce was a third grade school teacher at Ryland Heights who enjoyed quilting and was a member of the Elsmere Church of...
David Paul Thompson
Jun 26, 2017
David P. Thompson, age 48, of Independence, KY passed away peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospice on Monday, June 26, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his brother, Mark Thompson (2008). David is survived by his parents, Doug and Harriet Thompson of Independence, KY; brother, Tim Thompson (Renee); sister, Shari Leonardi (Travis); nephew, Anthony Leonardi...
Anthony James Maselli
Jun 21, 2017
Anthony “Tony” James Maselli, age 88, of Burlington, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Tony was an avid reader and loved to travel. He was also a huge sports fan and liked to follow the Reds, Bengals and Steelers. Tony was preceded in death by his son, the late David Maselli. He...
Brian Andrew Schafer
Jun 17, 2017
Brian Andrew Schafer, 27, of Edgewood, Kentucky, passed away suddenly on June 17, 2017 after several years struggling with mental illness. Brian loved life, enjoyed the outdoors and positively impacted the lives of many, and his passing leaves a hole that can never be filled. Brian’s fun-loving personality and contagious sense of humor could light up a room, and his...
Clare Mae Vallandingham
Jun 16, 2017
Clare M. Vallandingham, 72, of Erlanger died June 16, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Hospice in Edgewood. She was a cook at Holy Spirit Junior High School for 4 years, she taught Sunday school at Mentor Baptist Church was a choir director at Licking Valley and Dover Baptist Church where she was also a member and taught Sunday school. Clare...
Shirley M. Lubbe
Jun 14, 2017
Shirley M. Lubbe (nee Lanningan) loving wife of the late Victor J. Lubbe, passed away Wednesday June 14, 2017 at Ivy Knoll Care Center. She was the loving mother of Todd Lubbe (Trisha) and the late John Sullivan. Loving grandma of Courtney Tabor (Brandon), Chad, Sarah, and Morgan Lubbe and Four great grandchildren. Dear sister of Alfred Lanningan, Patsy Roth,...
Mary Diane Allen
Jun 11, 2017
Mary Diane Allen, age 54, of Florence, KY, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Diane was a member of St. Barbara Parish; she was very dedicated to the church and enjoyed organizing and working their festivals. Diane loved animals, especially her cats, and loved to garden. She is preceded in death by her grandparents,...
Charles William Dusing
Jun 7, 2017
Charles William Dusing, loving husband of 53 years to Kay Butler Dusing; loving father of Beth Dusing (Art), Dave Dusing (Diana), Doug Dusing (Julie), Missy Radford (Dave) and Joseph Dusing; loving grandfather of eight grandchildren; dear brother of, Kathy O’Hara (Gene – deceased), Janet O’Hara (Jim), Robert Dusing (Bonnie), Carol Cooper (Darrell) and Marge Schneider (Paul); in-laws, Barb Brown (Marty),...
Carlene Lenora Reckers
Jun 5, 2017
Carlene Lenora Reckers, 66 years of age of Covington passed away Monday at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. She worked at Fifth Third Bank for a number of years. She is survived by her brothers Ronnie Reckers, Joe Reckers, and Tom Reckers. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Dolores...
Christine T. Janszen
Jun 2, 2017
Christine T. Janszen (nee Rauen) ,77 years of age of Ft. Wright passed away Friday at St. Elizabeth Hospice with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of Bill Janszen. Loving mother of Billy Janszen, Steve Janszen, Theresa Bamberger (Brian), and Tim Janszen (Missy). Loving grandma of Ryan Janszen, Abby Janszen, Drew Bamberger, and Katie Bamberger. Dear...
John R. Maher
May 30, 2017
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John Richard Maher, 85, of Union, passed away on May 31, 2017. Born in Brooklyn, NY he was the twelfth of thirteen children. He was a graduate of the University of Notre Dame (’53), a U.S. Navy Veteran, and a retired marketing executive. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marilyn Brink Maher; his 3 daughters:...
Sister Mary Joanne Lutkenhoff
May 30, 2017
Sister Mary Joanne was born on August 15, 1929, in Covington, Kentucky. Her parents, Edward and Anora Byron Lutkenhoff, raised five children, two boys and three girls. Joan was the oldest. Her family resided in Bellevue, Kentucky, where sister attended Sacred Heart School, Our Lady of Province Academy, and St. Anthony Commercial School. After her schooling sister became inspired by...
Brian M. Hebbeler
May 20, 2017
Brian M. Hebbeler, age 44 of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, William Hebbeler. Brian is survived by his loving wife, Deanna Hebbeler; son, Ty William Hebbeler; mother, Eileen Hebbeler (nee Vogelpohl); sisters, Carol Hebbeler, Martha Hebbeler and Jackie Penney. Visitation will be held at Middendorf Funeral Home...
Bernard Earl Wedding
May 19, 2017
Bernard Earl “Barney” Wedding, age 82, of Erlanger, KY passed away peacefully on May 19, 2017 surrounded by his family. Barney was a retired bakery technician; he worked at many small bakeries around the area and Butternut Bread before traveling the country working for ADM. He also bravely served our country as a member of the United States Army during...
James Leroy Steffen
May 15, 2017
James Leroy Steffen, age 77 of Taylor Mill, KY, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 15, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Jim worked as a police officer for many years and later became a starter at Devou Park Golf Course. He really enjoyed playing golf and fishing, was an avid UK sports fan and loved watching...
Rosetta Conley
May 14, 2017
Rosetta Conley (nee Johnson) 61 years of age, passed away Sunday May 14, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Unit. Rosetta was a Pharmaceutical Technician. She was the loving Mother of Buffy Kuehne (Brian), Tammy Conley, and Jamie Conley – Riley (Steve). Loving Grand Mother of six and one great grandchild. Dear sister of Yvonne Yates, Bill Johnson, Kenneth Johnson Jr.,...
Howard Alfred Pauly
May 4, 2017
Howard Alfred Pauly. Born on April 1, 1923. Died 94 years later on May 4, 2017. Howard is survived by Marian Franxmann Pauly, his devoted wife of nearly seventy years. He is also survived by four of his five children: Nancy (Thomas) Brinker, Bob (Brenda) Pauly, Jim (Carol) Pauly PhD, and John (Julie) Pauly. His beloved eldest son, Thomas Pauly...
Anna E. Dickman
Apr 29, 2017
Anna Elizabeth “Ann” Dickman, beloved wife of Richard Dickman for 67 years. Loving mother to daughters, Mary (Berry) Howe, Kathy (Dave) Muck, Susan Dickman, Nancy Ward, Beth (Daniel) Nagle, and sons, David (Beth) Dickman, Philip Dickman and Rick Dickman. Four sons preceded her in death, John, Joe, Bill and Steve. Devoted grandmother to 17 and Great Grandmother to 21. Ann...
Birchard C Hayes
Apr 28, 2017
Birchard Chester Hayes, age 83 of Erlanger, KY, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2017. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Suzanne Caroline Hayes. Birchard is survived by his daughter, Andrea Stansbury; grandchildren, Ryan Michael Stansbury, Gina Marie Stansbury and Anthony Christopher Stansbury; close friend Ava Lee. Private services will be held at the convenience of the...
