Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Jo Ann Jackson
Jul 7, 2014
Jo Ann Jackson, 53, of Florence, KY passed away on Monday, July 7, 2014. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Louise Jackson, and her brother Charlie Jackson. Jo Ann is survived by her loving daughter Maria Graell, siblings: Johnny Jackson (Jeanie), Jimmy Jackson, Anita "Sissy" Shanyfelt, Paul Jackson (Rita), Michael Jackson, Michelle Sweeney, Jerome Jackson, Darlene...
Virginia Litmer McBreen
Jul 6, 2014
Virginia Litmer McBreen, born October 29, 1912 (age 102) to Harry and Anna Litmer of Covington, Kentucky, peacefully entered into eternal rest, on Monday, July 6, 2015, the 76th anniversary of her marriage to her late husband, Robert McBreen. Virginia was also preceded in death by her children, Virginia, Stephen, and James McBreen; her sister, Catherine Schumacher; and her brother,...
Rolfe Bernard "Bud" Bloemer
Jul 1, 2014
Rolfe Bernard "Bud" Bloemer, 70, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Bud retired from General Electric Aircraft Division, Evendale, Ohio, in 1997. He was an avid golfer and spent much of his retirement playing courses in Florida, Tennessee and Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralf A. Bloemer and Eleanor F. (Rickling)...
Sister Mary Evangelita Spechtold
Jun 30, 2014
Sister Mary Evangelita was born on February 27, 1917, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her parents, George and Otillia Stenger Spechthold, raised six children, 4 boys and 2 girls; Dorothy was the second youngest. She attended St. George Elementary School and St. Agnes School, Bond Hill. Here she became acquainted with the Sisters of Notre Dame. After graduating from Regina High School,...
Raymond Paul Thaman
Jun 29, 2014
Raymond Paul Thaman, 85, of Erlanger, Kentucky, died quietly at home on Sunday, June 29, 2014. He was born on May 28, 1929 in Erlanger, Kentucky, the third child of William and Helen Thaman. He was a devoted husband to Rita (Collopy) for more than 60 years. He was a proud father to Joe, Jane, Michael (Kathy), Mary Ann Gill,...
Jenny Claire Scholten
Jun 21, 2014
Jenny Claire Scholten went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 21, 2014. She was born on March 20, 1933 in Covington, Kentucky. She graduated from Villa Madonna College and worked for the Kentucky Employment office for more than 30 years. She enjoyed music, dancing, toast masters, bridge and most of all, spending time with her family....
Richard Hensley
Jun 21, 2014
Richard Hensley, loving husband of Sada Hensley (nee Madden). Loving father of Lisa Hensley, Barbara Bach (Tom), and the late John Hensley. Dear brother of Rev. Bruce Hensley, Fred Hensley, Katherine Davidson, Shirley Juma, and Ron Hensley. 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. 83 yrs of age residence Ft. Mitchell, KY. Richard was a Butcher with Partridge Meat Company. He...
Stephen Elliot Payne
Jun 19, 2014
Stephen Elliot Payne, 50, of Florence, KY passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Stephen enjoyed life and loved his family. He enjoyed playing and teaching soccer, and was involved with the Ryle High School Marching Band Boosters Club. He is survived by his former wife and dear friend Rose Mathis, children; Hannah...
Clarence "Mousie" Wigglesworth
Jun 18, 2014
Clarence "Mousie" Wigglesworth, 72, of Covington, KY passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2014. Clarence worked and retired from Cincinnati Bell, and was a Licensed Captain by the United States Coast Guard. He was also a member of many local organizations including; the Masonic Lodge, NRA, He was a Concealed Carry Instructor, Kentucky Admirals, Kentucky Colonels, previous board member of the...
Kenneth L. Hinchey
Jun 16, 2014
Kenneth L. Hinchey, Loving Husband of 65 Years to Teal Hinchey (nee Smith). Loving Father of Christine Schneider (Jim), and Jeff Hinchey (Maritza). 7 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Dear Brother of Marielin Fey, and Mike Hinchey. 86 yrs of age Residence of Crestview Hills, KY. Kenneth was associated with Crescent Paper Tube Company in Florence for over 60 yrs....
Mary Mospens Ward
Jun 15, 2014
Mary Ward (nee Mospens), 83, of Ft. Mitchell, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2014. Mary was the former city clerk for the City of Crescent Park. She was a past president and secretary of the Crescent Park Civic Association, a member of the Newport Elks Auxiliary, and a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge. Mary...
Donna Mae Lux
Jun 11, 2014
Donna Mae Lux, 87, of Covington, KY, passed away peacefully June 11, 2014 under the care of St. Elizabeth's Hospice. The daughter of Louis and Anna Lux, she was the youngest of 5 children - Louis Lux , Martha (Eagan), Maurice Lux and Marianne (Aloe), who all pre-deceased her. She is survived by 7 nieces and nephews: Lois Niederschmidt, David...
Vincent P. Gohs
Jun 9, 2014
Vincent P. Gohs, 83, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2014. Vince was a member of the Ft. Mitchell Fire Department for 55 years. He was inducted into the Kentucky Firefighter's Hall of Fame, named Firefighter of the Year, a Kentucky Colonel, and is honored on the Ft. Mitchell Wall of Honor. Vince is survived by...
Donald Gene Northcutt
Jun 6, 2014
Donald Gene Northcutt, age 76, of Edgewood, KY, entered eternal rest on Friday, June6, 2014. Loving husband of Wanda Rose (Nee Kramer), and father of Sherrill Harber, Pamela (Paul) Hall, Donna (Jeffrey) Dixius, Robert Northcutt, Jack (Julia) Mendes, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. Donald retired from General Electric Aircraft Engine's Product Definition Department as an engineering designer. He was...
Margaret Meyer
Jun 6, 2014
Margaret "Margie" Meyer (Nee Nieman), 99, of Fort Wright, KY passed away Friday, June 6, 2014. Margie was very active and enjoyed life, family and traveling. Margie was a member of St. Pius X Church in Edgewood, and had a strong devotion to her Catholic Faith, and especially the Rosary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Meyer....
Robert D. Feldman
Jun 1, 2014
Robert Desmond Feldman, 85, of Wilder, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2014. Robert served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for King Records and later retired as a machinist from General Electric after more than 37 years. He was a proud member of the AFL-CIO Machinists Union. Robert is preceded in death by...
John C. (J.C.) Benton
May 31, 2014
John C. "J.C." Benton, Jr., 81, of Walton passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, May 31, 2014. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 48 years, Rosemary Benton (nee Doll). J.C. was the owner of Benton Family Farm; he farmed his land for more than 70 years. He impacted numerous families and...
Elizabeth A. Read
May 20, 2014
Elizabeth "Betty" A. Read, (nee' Riche'), 92, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband George Read. Betty is survived by her children; Sharon Delany of Florence, KY, Colleen Read of Florence, KY, Beth Mattia of Erlanger, KY, Gar Read of Crescent Springs, KY, Kelly (Pamela) Read of Edgewood,...
Meredith Marie Jones
May 18, 2014
Meredith Marie Jones, 28, of Villa Hills, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2014. She is preceded in death by her loving partner, Erin Ohligschlager, as well as her Aunt and Uncle Cindy and Lee Pennington. Meredith is survived by her parents, Janie Ratliff Sweeney and David J. Jones. She also leaves behind her step-father, Thomas A. Sweeney and...
Michael P. Ryan
May 8, 2014
Michael P. Ryan, 61, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. Michael was a Registered Nurse at St. Elizabeth Hospital, and he was a former member of the Fort Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years. He is preceded in death by his parents Herbert Ryan and Jan Bennett. Michael...
