Eleanor BenderEleanor Ann Bender, 94, of Cincinnati, formerly of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at Hospice of Cincinnati. Born on September 30, 1924, she was the daughter of Edward J. “Boots” Bender and Neva Bender (nee Ostick).Preceded in death by her sister Mary Schille.Survived by her loving brother, Edward F. (Marlene) Bender; nieces, Terri Roa, Judy Barnett,...

Dorothy WilliamsonDorothy Williamson, 66, of Bromley, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at her residence. She worked in housekeeping at the Radisson Hotel. Dorothy is survived by her significant other, Steven M Ellis of Bromley; mother, Dorothy Barger of Bromley; daughter, DelMarie Dotson of Covington; 2 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Family and friends are invited to a graveside...

Joseph L. SharpJoseph L. Sharp, 71, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a pastor for over 40 plus years and served as Associate Pastor at Central Church of the Nazarene in Ft. Wright.  Joe loved to preach and share God’s word and help anyone in need.  He was a...

James BennettJames “Boots” “Jim” W. Bennett, 74, of Lakeside Park, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. He worked in plant maintenance and as an electrician for the NKY Water District and he did electrical work and assembled panel boards for Crouse Hinds Electric. Jim was a volunteer fireman for 24 years with the...

Mary CrottyMary Virginia (Terlau) Crotty, age 96, formerly of Villa Hills and Falmouth passed away on Tuesday, May 15 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.She was preceded in death by her parents William and Marie Terlau, brothers Dick, Jack and Bill Terlau, sister Vera Remke and daughter Jenny Kallmeyer.Survivors include her sister Kathleen Terlau of Florence, daughter Kathy Hough of...

Jane MargesonJane Lee Margeson, 93, of Ludlow, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2017 at Rosedale Green Nursing Home in Covington.  She retired from Shillito’s Department Store as a Sales Associate.  Jane was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church in Ludlow.  She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and she also loved walking.Jane was preceded in...

Robert RoseRobert L. Rose, 99, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday August 5, 2020 at Villaspring of Erlanger.  Bob worked for many years at Cincinnati Bell.  He served our country as a sergeant in the Army Air Core.Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth.Survivors include his sons, Trent and Reynold “Rigg” Rose; daughter, Dashiel Augur and many grandchildren...

Eddie McCandlessEddie McCandless, 69, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a welder for Littleford Day of Florence.  Eddie loved music, fishing, movies and especially his grandchildren.Survivors include his mother, Iva Dean McCandless of Ludlow; loving wife, Linda McCandless of Covington; daughters, Rachel (Nathan) Smith of Ft. Mitchell, Tonya Wilson...

Shirley HatterShirley C. Hatter, 90, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at St. Theresa Transitional Care in Mariemont. Shirley was a retired Executive Secretary at Cincinnati Bell and was a member of Erlanger Christian Church. She was the Valedictorian of the Ludlow High School, class of 1948 and was an avid golfer who loved vacationing in...

Edward HelmerEdward “Ed” Helmer, 85, of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at St. Elizabeth in Edgewood. He was Vice President of Operations for Propane Transportation International. Ed was a wonderful husband, father, grandpa, and the rock of the family. He was a compassionate man who never met a stranger. He would do anything for anyone. Ed...

Donald YoungDonald Young, 87, of Ft. Wright, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at his residence.  He retired from Cincinnati Bell as an installer.  Don was a member of Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Lakeside Park.  He was a loving husband and father who was an artist and liked woodworking, especially making toys for his grandchildren.Survivors include his devoted wife...

Pamela L. OlligesPamela L. Olliges, 70, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2017.Survivors include her loving daughter, Kim Steinborn of Ludlow; son, Jeff Creekmore of Ludlow; brothers, Steven and Rusty Whittington; sister, Sandy Whittington; grandchildren, Jeffrey Creekmore and Jamie Steinborn.Family and friends are invited to graveside services on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 10:00 AM in Kentucky Veterans...

Geni FrymanEugenia “Geni” Fryman, 95, of Ft. Wright, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at Arden Courts of Anderson.  She was a Customer Sales Rep with Alcoa Aluminum Products for many years.  Geni was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Newport, the NKY Volksmarching club and the YMCA synchronized swimmers.  Geni climbed a Cincinnati bridge,...

Dorothy SnyderDorothy “Dottie” Snyder, 95, of Fort Wright, passed away Monday, April 24, 2017. She retired as the City Clerk and Treasurer for the City of Fort Wright. Dottie was the former President of St. Anthony’s Mother’s Club in Bellevue. She also served as a Lector and Eucharistic Minister at Mary Queen of Heaven Church.She is preceded in death by...

Marilyn DressmanMarilyn J. Dressman, 82, of Covington, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  Marilyn was a member of St. Barbara’s Church in Erlanger.  She loved golfing, playing cards, traveling and going to Keeneland.  She also enjoyed family get togethers on holidays and birthdays.Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Dressman;...

Michael FarrellMichael Farrell, 64, of Cincinnati, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2018 at his residence. He was a Water Maintenance Man for Queen City Barrell.  Michael loved fishing and building firearms.  He was a proud republican and member of the NRA.Survivors include his children, Kenneth Neagele, Amanda Neagele, Brandon Farrell, Caitlin Farrell, Rebecca Farrell and Jeremy Farrell all of...

John "Jack" GunningJohn “Jack” Gunning, 91, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at Villa Springs Care Center in Erlanger.  He was a retired service representative with Cincinnati Gas and Electric Company in Cincinnati.Jack was a member of Sts. Boniface and James Church in Ludlow, American Legion, VFW, and Kehoe Council K of C Ludlow. He also enjoyed...

Harry "Junior" PurvisHarry “Junior” Purvis, 72, of Latonia, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Covington.  He was Truck Driver with Catanzaro in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Junior loved to play poker and was an avid bowler.He served our country in the U.S. Navy.Junior was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Hildebrant Purvis (2006).Survivors include his...

Earl LeachEarl Leach, 87, of Florence, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at St. Elizabeth in Florence. He is a retired machinist for General Motors. Earl was a member of Light House Baptist Church and also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He loved his family very much.He is preceded in death by his late wives, Freida Mae and...

Carl R. BrewerCarl R. Brewer, 80, of Covington, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  He was a retired Machinist for Kinnard Body Works.Carl was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann Adams Brewer (2007) and son, William Smith (2002).Survivors include his son, Nathaniel (Amanda) Smith of Erlanger; daughters, Theresa (Mike) Soper of...