James "JB" FordBorn prematurely in Brooklyn June 4, 1933 to parents James C. Ford and Amelia Berry, James Berry Ford survived infancy thanks to his mother’s determination and keeping him in a shoebox behind the wood stove to keep him warm whenever she wasn’t holding him. Jim, or JB, had the moral fortitude of a super hero set in the...

John RauchJohn K. Rauch, of Edgewood, passed away on October 2, 2019 at the age of 92.  Beloved husband of the late Mary Rauch (nee Drahman) (2008) and loving son of the late Viola Rauch (nee Staab) (1982). Loving father of Linda Baker (Ray), John Rauch (Maureen), Terry Rauch (Debbie), Tony Rauch (Sharon) and the late Judy Hill. Survived by...

Charles T. ManningCharles “Charlie” T. Manning, 85, of Ludlow, passed away on Tuesday, November 03, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  He was a retired Purchasing Manager for K.D. Lamp in Cincinnati and worked for several years at Ronald B. Jones Funeral Home after his retirement.  Charlie was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church in Ludlow.  He...

Donald Earl AllenderDonald E. Allender, 83, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, July 22, 2018 at Rosedale Green in Latonia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Ethel (Winter) Allender and wife, Nan (Baugh) Allender.He is survived by his daughters, Kristi (Tom) Fowler of Ft. Myers, FL and Joy Allender of...

Stephanie SmithStephanie Smith, 43, of Ludlow, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at her residence.  She was a homemaker. Stephanie loved to watch Ludlow High School football and never missed a game. She also enjoyed to listening to music, was an animal lover who truly was the definition of the “cat lady.” Most of all she loved her children...

Dorothy ForemanDorothy Foreman, 94, of Florence, passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence.  She worked in Customer Service at Chuck E. Cheese’s in Florence for many years.Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Foreman, daughters, Phyllis Morgan and Veronica Coffman.Survivors include her son, David (Teresa) Foreman of Florence; daughter, Marilyn (Maurice) Vandt...

Ina J. HedgesIna J. Hedges, 85, of Ludlow, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2015 at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati.  She retired from Dillards as a credit department clerk and then retired, after 20 years, as a clerk for the IRS.  Ina was a member of First Baptist Church in Ludlow and Eastern Star Vashti Chapter.  She loved yard work...

Gwendolyn C. TibbsGwendolyn C. Tibbs, 88, of Park Hills, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at Emerald Trace in Elsmere.  She was a retired Teacher at Redwood Rehabilitation Center in Ft. Mitchell.  Gwen was a member of Lakeside Christian Church, loved teaching, cooking and most of all spending time with grandchildren.Survivors include her sons, James Tibbs III of Oakland, CA,...

Gayle LightnerGayle Lightner, 76, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021. She was a retired Customer Service Representative with the IRS; and after retirement she was a realtor with Sibcy Cline Realtors for 21 years. Gayle was a member of St. Agnes Church and a lifetime member of Ralph Fulton VFW Post 6423 Ladies Auxiliary in Erlanger....

Beulah JumpBeulah M. Jump, 80, of Covington, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Bridge Point Center in Florence.  She was a homemaker and devoted member of Oakland Baptist Church in Covington.  Beulah was a volunteer with John G. Carlisle PTA for over 15 years and was active in the Covington Senior Citizens Center.She was preceded in death by...

Eileen HarperEileen Harper, 88, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Ft. Thomas. She graduated from Notre Dame Academy and was employed by the Adams, Brooking, Stepner, Woltermann and Dusing law firm for many years. Eileen was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell.  She and her husband, Ken, were...

Donna FordDonna Sue Ford, 60, of Ludlow, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at her residence.  She was a server for Travel Centers of America. Donna served our country in the U.S. Army.  She loved playing bingo and watching reality tv shows.Survivors include her daughter, Jessica Snodgrass of Florence; son, Jason Girdler of Florence; brothers, Carl Girdler of Erlanger,...

Valena Lee BockValena Lee Bock, 57, of Erlanger, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at her residence.  She was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother.Survivors include her sons, David E. Bock III of Newport, Nathan Bock of Florence, Christopher Bock of Independence, Nicholas Bock of Florence; daughters, Michelle (Jack) Smith of Erlanger, Nina Bock of Erlanger; brothers, Tony...

Janice PerryJanice Perry, 85, of Covington, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood. She was a retired operator for Cincinnati Bell and AT&T.  Janice was a talented piano player and loved having her family gathered around.  She also had a sweet tooth and loved sharing her sweets, especially with her grandchildren.She was preceded in...

Andrew BensmanAndrew Bensman, 57, of Erlanger, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence.Andy lived an honorable life. His involvement with his work will never go unnoticed. Andy took every moment of his life and placed it in a special place in his heart. Across the world, Andy made a difference in people’s lives. Whether...

Henrietta Mary DehnertHenrietta “Mary” Dehnert, 84, of Ludlow, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Villaspring of Erlanger.  She was a retired upholsterer for a furniture factory in Cincinnati.  Mary was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church in Ludlow and was an avid gardener.Survivors include her sons, Michael Dehnert of Waco, TX, Charles Dehnert of Ludlow, David...

Aurthur R. BrophyArthur Brophy, 96, of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2014 at Providence Pavilion in Covington.  He was a retired Carman for Southern Railroad. Arthur was a member of Community of Faith Presbyterian Church in Ft. Wright and Unity Lodge #478 F. & A.M. in Ludlow.  He was on the Committee for the 100 Anniversary of Ludlow...

Daniel CreekmoreDaniel “Danny” Creekmore, 55, of Cincinnati, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020 at his residence. He was a Security Guard for Sawbrook Steel Casting Company in Cincinnati. Danny was an extremely hard worker who especially liked rehabbing houses and cars.  He loved camping and muscle cars but mostly he was a devoted father and brother who loved his...

Juanita GettelfingerJuanita Gettelfinger, 89, previously of Ft. Mitchell, passed away peacefully from this life on the bright spring morning of Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Highlandspring of Fort Thomas. Juanita was born on October 21, 1931 in Covington to Charles and Lauretta (Murray) Mulvey. She attended Holy Cross Church and Holy Cross School in Latonia, graduating in the class of...

Michael ArrasmithMichael “Mike” “Mikey” Arrasmith, 43, of Hebron, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2019 at his residence. Michael was a paramedic for over 19 years with Gallatin County EMS.  He loved skydiving and riding his motorcycle.  Michael also loved his job and gave exceptional service to those in his care.  He was a devoted ‘Cheer dad’ who was very...