Bonnie BatesBonnie Jean Bates, 46, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 31, 2017 at her residence.She was a deli manager at IGA Express in Independence. Bonnie loved spending time with her family. She also loved to cook and bake using fantastic designs.Survivors include her son, Timothy Bates of Columbus, Ohio; granddaughter, Brooklyn Johnson of Ludlow; brothers, Michael Whitaker...

Ronda Sue PenickRonda Sue Penick, 53, of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 at her residence.  She was a former employee of Floturn Inc in Fairfield.Survivors include her husband, Dan Penick of Cincinnati; sons, Chuck Penick of Independence, Daniel Penick of Ludlow; grandchildren, Gauge and Kyleigh Penick.Services are private and at the convenience of the family.

John A. DarpelJohn A. Darpel Jr., MD, 80, of Edgewood, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, father & grandfather.  He worked as an obstetrician and gynecologist with the OB/GYN Specialists of Northern Kentucky formerly known as Stevie, Jacobs and Darpel. John always said “I...

Jerome E. SweeneyJerome E. Sweeney, 89, of Edgewood, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Emerald Trace in Elsmere. He was an Electrician and Project Manager for Bertke Electric. Jerry proudly served our country in the U.S Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of St. Barbara Church in Erlanger.  He loved photography, biking/cycling and reading but...

William MeyerWilliam “Bill” David Meyer, 86, born March 17, 1935.  Bill was a devoted family man who passed away Tuesday evening, November 9, 2021 at St Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  Bill grew up in West Covington and when he married his wife Sally, they resided in Bromley where they raised their sons, and opened their doors to those who needed...

Raoul BaxterIt is with great sadness, the family of Raoul J. Baxter announces his passing after a sudden illness, on Friday, March 9, 2018, at the age of 68 years old. Raoul will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 42 years, Barbara (Marcum) and his children, Chris Baxter (Karra) and Teal Graeter (Spencer), his four grandchildren: Jackson (11), Gracie...

Thomas E. WheatleyThomas E. Wheatley, 67, of Burlington, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021. He was a retired scheduler for Reliable Casting Corp. in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Thomas loved all sports, especially coaching his children’s basketball, baseball, and even soccer teams; but especially he loved watching his grandchildren play sports.  Thomas enjoyed playing softball, was an avid horseracing fan, UK...

David CliftonDavid Wayne Clifton, 77, of Bromley, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020.  He was born on June 28, 1943 in Kenton, KY.  Son of the late George and Mary Elizabeth Senour Clifton Gunning. He was a talented mechanic, fabricator, harbor master, driver and construction supply manager as well as doing real estate rehab and he was a member...

Jeranda StacyJeranda “Jerry” Stacy, 93, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Boonespring in Union. He was a Grain Inspector for the Board of Trade of Cincinnati.  Jerry proudly served our country in World War II as a Corporal in the U.S Army.He was preceded in death by his wife Lenore Engle (2002).Survivors include his brothers, Ronald...

Elizabeth KidwellElizabeth “Betty” D. Kidwell, 95, of Ludlow passed away peacefully on Thursday April 20, 2017 at her residence. She was a homemaker who loved cooking for her family.  Betty was a member of Sts. Boniface & James Church, Lady’s Aid of St. John’s Congressional Church, and the PTA 11thDistrict of West Covington.Survivors include her sons, Samuel (Rhonda) Kidwell of...

Donald LangguthDonald W. Langguth, 88, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2017 at Emerald Trace in Elsmere.  He was a member of St. Charles Chapel and of St. Agnes Church.He was preceded in death by his wives, Anne Louise Langguth (1966) and Virginia “Jean Ann” Langguth (1999).Survivors include his sons, Donald (late Maura) Langguth II, of Erlanger, Robert...

Louise DickmanLouise Dickman, 86, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at Rosedale Green in Latonia.  She was a retired nurse at a dermatology group in Cincinnati.  Louise was a member of Mother of God Church in Covington.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Altar Society at both Mother of God and Sts. Boniface & James...

Charles "Brian" ReevesCharles Brian “Big B” Reeves, 42, of Hebron, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015 suddenly at his residence due to a heart attack.  He loved singing and was a member of many bands where he was known as "Rock Star". He enjoyed art, was the world’s greatest dad and loved with his whole heart. He will be greatly...

Virginia MillerVirginia Lee Miller, 91, of Ludlow, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at The Seasons at Alexandria. Virginia was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Ludlow.  She was a retired cashier for the Ludlow Board of Education as well as a Ludlow Band Booster and Ludlow PTA member.Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford...

Albert Spellbring, Jr.Albert J. Spellbring, Jr., 95, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a retired head traffic manager with Kroger Company on State Ave. in Cincinnati.  Al proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a member of St. Augustine Church in Covington. Al...

Jack O'BanionJack O’Banion, 85, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 30 years and was the owner of Tom’s Papa Dino’s Pizza in Crescent Springs.  Jack served our country in the U.S Navy.  He was a member of the former Ludlow Christian Church.  ...

Mary Jane BertkeMary “Jane” Bertke, 92, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  She was a homemaker and member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell and Summit Hills Country Club in Edgewood. Jane was a Charlie’s Angel volunteer at St. Charles Care Center in Ft. Wright.  She loved bowling and...

Jamee MyronJamee L. Myron, 61, of Villa Hills, passed away onWednesday, October 14, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Hospice after battling cancer for five years. She worked at Dixie Heights High School in Edgewood prior to her diagnosis in 2015. Jamee had a love of nature, especially birds and plants. Survivors include her daughter, Caitlin G. Myron of Washington, D.C., and...

Ricky FleekRicky Lee Fleek, 56, of Cincinnati, formerly of Covington, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2015 at his residence.He served our country in the United States Marine Corps and then became an Electrician.Ricky is survived by his wife, Christina Haggard Fleek of Cincinnati; son, Michael Fleek of Albany, OR, Matthew Fleek of Marysville, WA; daughter, Sarah Baker of Portland,...

Nancy CovingtonNancy Lynn Covington, 71, of Cincinnati, passed away onTuesday, September 19, 2017 at University Hospital in Cincinnati.  She was a retired Social Worker for the Commonwealth of Kentucky.Nancy is survived by her sons, Greg and Mark Purvis and daughters, Renee Nelson and Leilana Hawn-Colvin.Family and friends are invited to a celebration of her life onSunday, September 24, 2017 from...