Obituaries

David Manning

David Manning

David ManningDavid Manning, 92, of Covington, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  He was a retired Stationary Engineer for the City of Covington.David proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during WWII.He was a member of St. Augustine Church in Covington.Survivors include his beloved wife, Ruth Manning of Covington; step-children, Tony Kidwell...

Clifford Skinner

Clifford Skinner

Clifford SkinnerClifford “Tip” Skinner, 96, of Erlanger, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at his home. A proud veteran, Tip served our country in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII.  He was also a retired Fireman and Oiler with the Hudepohl Brewing Company for over 38 years.  In addition, he worked at the Coca Cola Bottling Company, L&N Railroad...

Greta Brown

Greta Brown

Greta BrownGreta Brown, of Florence, formerly of Crestview Hills, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016 at Elmcroft of Florence.  Greta was a member of Erlanger Methodist Church and a longtime member of the Erlanger Lions and Lioness Clubs where she received many local and international awards.  Greta was also a Band Booster member for Lloyd High School.She was preceded...

Sara Renee Meineke

Sara Renee Meineke

Sara Renee MeinekeSara Renee Meineke, 32, of Florence, KY passed away at her home on October 28, 2019. She walked through life with passion and kindness, remembered by many as a joyful friend, loyal sister, wonderful daughter, beloved wife and doting mother.Daughter of Todd and Elaine Meineke, she was married to John Shields whom she has been with for 12...

Adam Wissel

Adam Wissel

Adam WisselAdam Blaire Wissel, 60, of Latonia, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Florence.  He was the Head Floral Designer at Amelia Florist Wine & Gift Shop.  Adam loved bowling, pool, gardening and Pokémon. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds and Bengals Fan, and Christmas was his favorite time of year!Adam is survived by...

Georgia Rowe

Georgia Rowe

Georgia RoweGeorgia M. Rowe, 85, of Independence, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 at her residence.  She was an active member of Community Family Church in Independence and her favorite bible verse was Matthew 6: 9-13. Georgia loved beautiful flowers, especially roses, but mostly she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great...

Betty Lou Hall

Betty Lou Hall

Betty Lou HallBetty Lou Hall, 76, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at Madonna Manor in Villa Hills. She was a housekeeper, for many years, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.  Betty loved to play bingo and watch tv shows but most of all she loved spending time with her daughter, Frances (late Mark Matthew) Jones of Covington.  Other...

Paul Woodie

Paul Woodie

Paul WoodiePaul Richard Woodie, age 71 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 4th, 2021, at his home in Ludlow, KY after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in Waukesha, WI on August 24, 1949 to Clifford G Woodie and Ursula M (Griggs) Woodie.  Paul went to St Joseph Catholic School for his elementary education then on to...

John W. King

John W. King

John W. KingJohn W. King, of Florence, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015 at his residence.  He was a retired Clerk for the Norfolk and Southern Railroad.  John was a devoted member of Epworth Methodist Church in West Covington where he was a past chairman of the board and the trustees.  He spent most of his life as a...

Terry Linville

Terry Linville

Terry LinvilleTerry Linville, 64, of Covington, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017 at Cincinnati Veterans Hospital. He worked in Hospitality at Holiday Inn.  Terry served our country in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of St. Augustine Church in Covington.  He loved fishing, clogging and line dancing and he especially loved his family.  He...

David Alan Strahlendorf

David Alan Strahlendorf

David Alan StrahlendorfDavid Alan Strahlendorf, 65, of Erlanger, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood.  He was a Railroad Operator for CSX Railroad. David was a model train enthusiast, liked to cook and was an avid Beatles fan but most of all he loved spending time with his grandson, Jude.He is survived by his...

Jane Montgomery

Jane Montgomery

Jane MontgomeryJane Montgomery, 90, of Ft. Mitchell, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood.  She was a homemaker who loved playing cards, especially Bridge, with her friends and loved playing golf.  She was a member of St. Agnes Church in Ft. Wright, Ludlow Senior Citizens and original member of Ludlow Swim Club.Jane was preceded...

Candace "Candi" Phelps

Candace "Candi" Phelps

Candace "Candi" PhelpsCandace “Candi” L. Phelps, 58, of Erlanger, KY, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2014 at St. Elizabeth in Florence.  She devoted her life to working to provide for her family.  She loved to knit, crochet, and watch TV.Candi was preceded in death by her father, Donald Johnson.Survivors include her fiancé, Jack Engel of Erlanger, daughter, Windi Schwab (Dale)...

Joseph E. Gier

Joseph E. Gier

Joseph E. GierJoseph E. Gier, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at his residence. Joseph was a member of the American Legion Post 4 in Florence. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Joseph also loved riding his motorcycle.Survivors include his wife of 56 years Janice Gier; son, Joseph (Barbie) Gier of Covington; daughters, Jenny...

Michele M. Moore

Michele M. Moore

Michele M. MooreMichele M. Moore, 63, of Ludlow, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at her residence.  Michele was a devoted caregiver who had a passion for gardening and animals. She had a kind and giving heart which, she opened to many people throughout her life.  Michele will be deeply missed by her loved ones, friends and anyone that...

Daphne Moore

Daphne Moore

Daphne MooreDaphne Moore, 53, of Ludlow, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood.  She was a Chef for the Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky.Survivors include her beloved husband, Jerry Moore of Ludlow; son, Carson Penick of Springboro, OH; daughters, Emily (Nate) Ellis of Dayton, OH, Stacee (Shane) Horne of Xenia, OH, brothers, Christopher (Joan)...

Alice M. Ellis

Alice M. Ellis

Alice M. EllisAlice M. Ellis, 76, of Independence, KY, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, Kentucky.  She retired from AAA in Cincinnati.  After retirement, Alice worked for Kenton County Schools as a teacher assistant in the Special Education Department at various schools.  She was an avid reader but her passion was music.  Alice sang...

Esther Cavanaugh

Esther Cavanaugh

Esther CavanaughEster “Ruth” Cavanaugh, 92, of Villa Hills, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Madonna Manor.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Cavanaugh (2005) and parents, Jasper and Mildren Rowland.Survivors include her son, Leonard “Len” Cavanaugh, Jr. of Villa Hills. Graveside Service is on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 3:00 PM in Forest Lawn Memorial...

Susan Rabe

Susan Rabe

Susan RabeSusan Rabe, 63, of Sparta, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Sue was a devoted mother who loved her cats and enjoyed playing bunco and bingo.She is preceded in death by her parents, Barry and Edith Lois Bloemer and sister, Jane Yates.Survivors include her loving husband, David Rabe of Sparta; son, William Rabe; daughters, Jessica Roach and Lori...

Louise Barker

Louise Barker

Louise BarkerLouise Barker, 92, of Villa Hills, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2015 at Florence Park Care Center in Florence.  She devoted her life as a homemaker caring for her family.  Louise was a lifetime member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Latonia.  She was also a member of the Red Hat Ladies.Louise is preceded in death by her...