Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Judith Ann Vennefron
Jan 13, 2014
Judith Ann (Lampke) Vennefron, 85, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2014. Judith was an IRS Tax Examiner, an ambassador at the Greater Cincinnati International Airport, a member of the Blessed Sacrament 55 Plus Seniors, as well as, Edgewood Golden Ages. She is survived by, Louis H. Vennefron, her loving husband of 64 years. She was...
Daisy Ricketts
Jan 9, 2014
Daisy Ricketts, 85, of Elsmere, KY passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2014. She was preceded in death by her late husband Eugene Ricketts, son Jimmy Cray, and her sister Genevieve Fite. Daisy is survived by her loving children Charles Cray, Roger Cray, Jeffrey Cray (Janet), Donna Thompson (Jeff), her siblings Opal Hile and Robert Ricketts, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren,...
Henry G Rauen Jr.
Jan 8, 2014
Henry G. Rauen Jr., 75, of Covington, KY passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2014. He is preceded in death by his late brother Carl Rauen. Henry is survived by his loving children; David Rauen and Catherine Rauen, loving grandchildren; Meagan Lauer, Benjamin Lauer, and Andrew Lauer, beloved siblings; Christine Janszen (William), John Rauen (Deana), Edward Rauen (Cynthia), and Robert...
Albert L. Baumgartner
Jan 6, 2014
Loving Husband of Catherine Baumgartner (nee Meyer). Loving Father of Ken Baumgartner, Barb Hedern, Joe Baumgartner, Mike Baumgartner, Paul Baumgartner, Beth Kahmann, and Ruth Andrew. 21 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. Albert was the owner of Albert L. Baumgartner Construction Inc.. Visitation Friday from 9 - 10 am at All Saints Church in Walton. A Solemn High Mass will follow...
Mary J. Hickey
Jan 1, 2014
Mary J. Hickey, 92, of Fort Wright, KY passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. For more than 40 years Mary had worked as a Graphic Artist and an Ad Designer at Greers Lithography Company (currently known as F. James Greers and Company). She was a member of the Graphic Arts Union, and a member of the Miraculous Medal Society....
Eric W. Schreiber
Jan 1, 2014
Loving Husband of Vanessa Schreiber ( nee Fay). Loving Father of Natasha, Corina, Alaina, Katlyn. Loving Grandfather of Chase, Jazlyn, Mikkiah, Hudson, and Jordon. Dear Son of Susan Stansbury and William Schreiber. Dear Brother of Nicholas Schreiber (Karen), and Heidi Daniels (Rick). Dear Son- n- law of Brenda Fay and William Fay (Geraldine). Eric was an Engineer with CSXT Railroad....
Mary Sue Moser
Dec 31, 2013
Mary Sue Moser, 77, of Ft. Mitchell, KY, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013. She is preceded in death by her late husband Joseph Moser. Mary is survived by her loving children; Linda Dudgeon (Tim), Rene' Stacy (Rich), Michele Muchmore, Joe Moser Jr. (Lori), Fred Moser (Jennifer), Vicki Grothams (Brian), siblings; Charlotte McGowan, Carol Kattine, and 14 grandchildren. Visitation will...
Mary Alice Schilling
Dec 27, 2013
Mary Alice Schilling, age 76, of Fort Mitchell, passed away on December 27, 2013 with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of Jim Schilling for over 54 years. Beloved mother of Scott Schilling (Susan), Kevin Schilling (Michelle), Alison Moore (Rich), Keith Schilling (Dana), and Heather Boruske (Vic). Mary was the loving sister of Marian Dibert, Janet...
Dr. Philip B. Schworer
Dec 24, 2013
Dr. Philip Bernard Schworer, 80, of Lakeside Park, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2013. Dr. Schworer began his practice in Northern Kentucky in 1960 with an office in Ft. Mitchell and later moving to Florence. His generosity became his trademark. Dr. Schworer was known to give free medical care for those who were truly in need. In fact,...
Betty Haverbusch
Dec 21, 2013
Betty Haverbusch, 83, of Park Hills, KY passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013. "Those who knew Betty will appreciate the loss of this special woman. She was daughter, sister, special aunt, friend and mentor to many. After her parents died, she became the keeper of the family traditions, especially at Christmas. She was devoted to St. John Church, and her...
William E. Shipman
Dec 20, 2013
William E. "Mike", Shipman passed away on December 20, 2013 at the age of 88. He was the beloved husband of the late Margie Jones Shipman. Loving father of Barbara (Steve) Tackett, Kathy (Harry) Deel, Karen (Jerry) Landwehr, Michael (Lori) Shipman, Linda (Stephen) Holderness, Keith (Connie) Shipman, and Brian Shipman. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Brother...
Mary Kay Hemmer
Dec 14, 2013
Mary Kay Hemmer, 90, of Cincinnati, formerly of Louisville, died Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Mercy Hospital Anderson in Cincinnati. Mary Kay was a native of Fort Mitchell, Ky. and lived in Louisville since 1954 before moving to Cincinnati in 1996. As the matriarch of her family, Mary Kay believed her greatest legacy was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She...
Jerome D. Kreger
Dec 13, 2013
Jerome D. Kreger, 67, of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13, 2013. Jerome was a 1964 graduate of St. Xavier High School, Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated in 1968 from the College of the Holy Cross, Worchester, MA. In 1970 Jerome earned his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio. Jerome practiced Public Accounting for...
Mattie Joan McWilliams
Dec 12, 2013
Mattie "Joan" McWilliams of Union, KY, 78, passed away Thursday, December 12 at home. Joan was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Born in Mt. Sterling, KY, moved to Newport, KY at age 9. Attended Newport High School and Holmes High School. Married high school sweetheart, Charles McWilliams and had five children. Long time employee of Boone Co. High School....
Carolyn M. Bessler
Dec 11, 2013
Loving Wife to John "Fritz" Bessler. Loving Mother of Claire and John Bessler. Loving Daughter of Sally Glockner and the late Donald Glockner. Dear Sister of Mike Glockner, Mark Glockner (Julie), Cathy Jones (Robert), Barb Heath (Michael), Lisa McDaniel (Pat), and Matt Glockner (Julie). Dear Daughter - In -Law to Mary "Sis" Bessler and the late John "Bud" Bessler. Dear...
Richard Oehler
Dec 9, 2013
Richard O. Oehler, 79, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Ft. Mitchell and had a great love for his boyhood parish of St. John, Covington. He also enjoyed golf and fishing. Richard leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Marilyn Hoffer Oehler. He...
Thomas Cassidy
Dec 5, 2013
Thomas Cassidy, 54, of Florence, KY passed away on December 5th, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Frances Cassidy. Thomas is survived by his children Joe Cassidy, and Mike Fawbush; siblings, Mary Ellen Cassidy, Patty Cassidy, Steve Cassidy, and Kevin Cassidy, and dear friends Doug and Sueann Lovell....
Thomas G. Dehne
Dec 5, 2013
Thomas G. Dehne, age 81, died peacefully in the comfort of his home in Naples, FL on December 5, 2013. Tom grew up in Newport, KY and was the loving husband of Ruth (nee Zint) for 57 wonderful years. Tom was devoted to his family which included 6 children, Tom, Jr. of Naples, FL, Steve (Peggy, nee Hock), Linda (Mike)...
Norma Willenborg Scott
Dec 2, 2013
Norma Willenborg Scott, 85, of Villa Hills, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 02, 2013. She is survived by her daughters Moira (Jeff) Ramsey, Sharon (Ben) Steele and Lisa Noland. Norma was the proud of grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 1. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at Middendorf Funeral Home, 3312 Madison Pike, Ft. Wright, KY, from...
Catherine R. Deaton
Dec 2, 2013
Loving Wife of Timothy M. Deaton. Loving Mother of Alexandra , Killian, and Zachary Deaton. Loving Daughter of John Rushman and Karen Hegener. Loving Sister of Christopher John Rushman and Molly Caldwell. Dear Daughter-n- Law of Timothy R. and Betty Deaton. 2 nephews and 1 niece. Cathy was a Homemaker, and worked at St. Boniface and James Church in Ludlow....
