Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Robert R. Schmidt
Nov 23, 2025
Robert R. Schmidt of Ft. Mitchell, KY passed away on November 23rd, 2025. He passed away a few weeks prior to what would have been his 85th birthday. Robert’s soul is surrounded by family and loved ones on his journey.
Robert was born in Covington, KY to the late Dorothy and Ray Schmidt. He proudly served in the Air Force during...
Rolland P. "Ron" Egolf
Nov 20, 2025
Rolland P "Ron" Egolf, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 73 years old. He is survived by his loving wife, Teresa M. "Teri" Egolf; children, Molly (Sam) Cho, Jeremy (Bianca) Lee, and Lisa Perkins; grandchildren, Dylan, Julius, Bella, Stella, Oliver, Hunter, Norah, Alice, Maverick, Luighseach, Gabriel and Scarlet; siblings, Barb Egolf, Dennis (Eva) Egolf, Deb (the...
Catherine Ann "Kitty" Cleves
Nov 18, 2025
With profound love and gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Catherine Ann “Kitty” Cleves, who left this world after 96 remarkable years – a long, beautiful life defined by faith, grace, and resilience.
Devoted wife of the late Deacon Joseph A. Cleves Sr. and mother of Joseph A. Cleves Jr. (Mary Jo), Marianne Cronin (Tom), Chris Cleves (Nikki),...
Sister Mary Claire Engbersen, SND
Nov 13, 2025
Rose Marie Engbersen was born on October 7, 1936, the third child of Clarence and AnnEngbersen. She attended St. Cecilia School and Parish in Oakley, Ohio. After completing grade school, it was no surprise to Rose Marie or her family that she felt called to a religious life. She often said she felt at home when she attended Notre Dame Academy while...
Margaret M. Martin
Nov 12, 2025
Margaret M. Martin (nee Mairose), age 103, passed away on November 12th, 2025. She was born in Covington, KY on May 13th, 1922 to the late Bertha and Wilbert Mairose. Margaret worked as a sales person within the retail industry. She is survived by her daughter Diane (Charles) Wuerth .. She is also survived by her grandchildren Anne (Anthony) Pietromica,...
Dr. Joseph B. McClure, Jr.
Nov 10, 2025
Dr. Joseph B. McClure, Jr. passed away Monday, November 10, 2025 at the age of 87 years old. He was preceded in death by his spouse, the late Joan C. McClure (nee Halpin). He is survived by his children Jackie (Bob) Magyarics, Jenny (Todd) Staten, Jim (Liz) McClure, John (Robin) McClure, Jerry (Nicole) McClure and Jill (Mike O’Neill) Allegretti; sibling,...
Linda Marlene Brown
Nov 9, 2025
With profound sadness and the heaviest of hearts, we share that our beloved mother and grandmother, Linda Marlene Brown, left this world on November 9, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of love cherished by her beloved daughter, Lynn Chalfant, granddaughters, Kelly, Kayla and Kelsey, and partner of 33 years, Rick Faigle. She is the dear sister of Leonard (Dora),...
Carol Ann (Hellmann) Hart
Nov 5, 2025
Carol (Hellmann) Hart, 90, passed into eternal life on November 5, 2025. Born in Covington, Kentucky in 1935, she was a long-time resident of Edgewood and Crescent Springs. She was a life-long educator who will be long remembered by the children she taught, tutored, and influenced. She received her education at Our Lady of Providence Academy in Newport and Villa...
Rodney "Rod" Egger
Nov 5, 2025
Rodney “Rod” Egger, 76, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Rod was a devoted husband to Patricia Smith Egger for 46 years and a proud Navy veteran who honorably served his country in Vietnam as a medical corpsman. A 1967 graduate of Simon Kenton High School, Rod began his career as...
Douglas C. Thompson
Nov 4, 2025
Douglas C. Thompson, 86 years of age, passed away peacefully at Dominion Senior Living in Florence, Kentucky. Doug was the loving husband of the late Harriet M. Thompson (nee Lawlor). Loving father of Timothy Thompson (Renee), Shari Leonardi (Travis), and the late David and Mark Thompson. Loving Papa of Anthony Leonardi and Christina Leonardi. Dear brother of Malcolm Thompson (Marilyn).
Private...
Billie Ruth Haas
Nov 3, 2025
Billie Ruth Haas, age 93, of Southgate, KY passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025. She is survived by her loving children, Leslie Deaton (the late Thomas), Jenny Fardo, James V. Haas (Don Dolan) and Michael Haas; brothers, Dennis Freyler, Mike Freyler, Jeff Freyler and Doug Freyler; 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Billie is preceded in death by her husband,...
Doronna G. Lanham
Nov 3, 2025
Doronna Gail Lanham, 65, of Villa Hills, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. A devoted mother, sister, and friend, Doronna’s life was defined by her deep love for family, her faith, and her generous spirit.
Born on March 8, 1960, in Richmond, Kentucky, Doronna was the daughter...
William F Koester
Oct 27, 2025
William F. “Bill” Koester, 84 years of age passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. Bill was the loving husband of the late Frances Jean Koester (nee Remke). Loving father of Kenneth “Kenny” and Robert “Bob” Koester. Dear brother of Sue Vetter. Dear uncle of Nieces and nephews. Bill was a Tax examiner with the IRS...
Tava Lea Schutter
Oct 24, 2025
Tava Lea Schutter (nee Hertenstein), age 79, of Elsmere, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025. Tava is survived by her loving children, Kerin Hentz (Mike) and Albert Witschy (Darlene); step-daughter, Tracy Iles; sister, Patti Haase; grandchildren, Joey, Sara, Morgan, Abby, Louie, Joelle, Josh and Jade; great-grandchildren, Leo and Carson. She was preceded in death by her dear...
Megan C. Dorgan
Oct 21, 2025
Megan (Eisenmenger) Dorgan of Edgewood, Ky passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Born June 13, 1984, Megan was a Blessed Sacrament/Notre Dame Academy alumni. She attended Northern Kentucky University before deciding to pursue a career in hair care. She graduated from Aveda Fredric’s Institute and began her hair styling career working for McAlpin’s and ultimately working at E-Jay’s and Baja...
Guy D. Mescher
Oct 19, 2025
Guy Douglas Mescher of Fort Mitchell passed away Sunday, October 19th, 2025, at the age of 76 years old. Guy was a beloved brother, uncle, great uncle and great-great uncle.Guy was a former co-owner and part’s manager for the family business, Dixie Vending.
After the family business was sold in 2003, he volunteered at St Vincet Depaul in Crescent Springs.While Guy...
Eduardo R. Sychay
Oct 14, 2025
With deepest sorrows, the passing of Eduardo R. Sychay (Kong Kong), 86, of Edgewood, Kentucky, is announced. He was born on September 17, 1939, in Camarinis Norte, Phillippines, and passed on October 14, 2025.
Eduardo joins his loving spouse, Cristina P. Sychay, in Heaven and is survived by his loving children, Maria Sychay Bradish (Mike), Gerard Sychay (Sarah), and his grandchildren,...
David J. Coors
Oct 14, 2025
David Joseph Coors, age 62, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. He is survived by his siblings Katherine Stout (James), Robert, and Carlene Brungs (Kevin); nephews and niece, Colin Brungs, and Kyle, Celia, and William Brungs. David was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph C. and Joan B. Coors....
Steven Grant Faller
Oct 13, 2025
Steven Grant Faller, 64 years of age, passed away Monday October 13, 2025 at his residence. Steven leaves behind his brother Larry and Larry's wife Christy, two nephews Tim & Shawn, one great niece Elise, and one great nephew Oliver.
By trade, he worked alongside his brother Larry for 35 years on the same shift at Machintek as a proficient machinist...
Raymond S. Williams
Oct 12, 2025
Raymond S. Williams passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025 at the age of 84 years old. Ray was preceded in death by his spouse, the late Marty Williams (nee Remke) and brothers, the late Paul & Dave Williams. He is survived by sisters-in-law, Carol Williams, Betty Volker, Marilyn Smain and Sharon (Ferd) Kruetzkamp. He was also survived by numerous nieces...
