Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Jeanne E. Forbes
Sep 3, 2025
Jeanne Elizabeth Forbes (nee Hauer), age 94, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully Sept. 3, 2025 with her family at her side. Jeanne was the loving wife of the late Thomas Forbes. Survived by her children: Tammy (Gerry) Jonas, Jill (Rod) Lukey, and Tom (Bonnie Berninger), her sister Suzanne Wilshire, 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in...
Sr. Paul Ann Hanneken
Sep 3, 2025
Helen Margaret Hanneken was born on January 15, 1932, the fourth of five children born to Alma and Harry Hanneken. She attended St. John Elementary School and then Notre Dame Academy, Covington, Kentucky. In her senior year, Helen joined the Sisters of Notre Dame. At her investment as a novice, she received the name Sister Mary Paul Ann. Sister professed...
Brenda J. Shinkle
Sep 1, 2025
Brenda J. Shinkle, age 76, of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025. Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Ralph Shinkle; children, Richard Harrington, Sharon Lay (Fred), Bernie Wright (Daphne), (the late) John Wright, Michael Harrington and Becki Mullins (Randy); brother, Virgil Miller (Lola); 18 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews....
Mary J. Schneider
Sep 1, 2025
Mary Japalyn Schneider (nee Walke) passed away Monday, September 1, 2025 at the age of 94 years old. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, the late Donald Schneider, sons, the late James Schneider and Timothy (Paula) Schneider and siblings, the late Iris McElroy, Madelyn Ashcraft, her twin Jacqueline Walke who passed shortly after birth and John Walke. Mary...
Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Corken
Aug 29, 2025
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Corken (nee Newell), passed away Friday, August 29, 2025 at her residence. Betty was the loving wife of the late Clyde C. Corken (2012). Loving mother of Paul Corken (Gina), Jenny Corken, Michael Corken, and the late Maribeth Corken. Loving grandmother of Chelsea Krieger (Kevin) and Marissa Corken. Betty was a Longtime member of Summit Hills Country...
Diana G. Grace
Aug 27, 2025
Diana Grace (nee Logsdon), age 74, passed away on August 27th, 2025. She was born in Hart County, KY on June 1st, 1951 to the late Marguerite and Obra Logsdon. Diana worked as a special needs teacher for many years before her retirement. Diana is survived by her loving husband Jim Grace and her children Kim Spille, Patrick Colvin and...
Thomas C. Sorrell
Aug 25, 2025
Thomas C. Sorrell, 97 years of age, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Tom was the loving husband of the late Ruth Sorrell (nee Overwein). Loving father of Thomas J. Sorrell (Lori), Steven R. Sorrell (Terri), Sue Ann Bree (Ron), and Beth Ochs (Rex). Loving grandpa of eleven and great grandpa...
Joseph G. List
Aug 25, 2025
Joseph G. List of Hebron, Ky passed away peacefully on August 25 after a brave battle with cancer. Joe is survived by his loving wife Sheryl List (nee Schuckman), Father Greg, Mother Marcia List (nee Dorning), and Brother Benny. He will continue to be remembered as a loving Father to Anthony, Nolan, and baby Mitchell. Memories of his raw athleticism,...
Judith Theresa "Judy" Wiechman
Aug 23, 2025
Judy Wiechman, 92, of Park Hills, Ky passed away peacefully at her home on August 23, 2025, with her lifelong friend, Elaine, by her side.
Judy dedicated her life to education and the many students she inspired over her 38-year career as a devoted school teacher. Known for her kindness, patience, and unwavering commitment to her students, she touched countless lives...
Graham Maxwell Thompson
Aug 17, 2025
Graham Maxwell Thompson entered eternal rest on Sunday, August 17, 2025. He is survived by his loving parents, Andrew Thompson and Kristin Miller Thompson; grandparents, (the late) Carolyn Miller and Michael Miller (Carla), Beth Thompson and Greg Thompson (Lisa); aunts and uncles, Nicole Roar (Ryan), Aaron Thompson (Brittany) and Katie Thompson (Justin); cousins, Ryder Roar, Davis Thompson and Riley Ratliff;...
Mary Theresa Bennett
Aug 15, 2025
Mary Theresa Bennett passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the age of 94. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, the late Howard F. Bennett. She is survived by her sons, Frederick (Donna) Bennett and Michael (Sarah) Bennett; grandchildren, Alexandria Bennett, Dallas Bennett, Ethan Bennett and Emily (David, Jr.) Bowling; great-grandson, David F. Bowling, III and her...
Alice B. Lowry
Aug 15, 2025
Alice B. Lowry (nee Feiler), age 97, of Florence, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025.
Alice retired from the Internal Revenue Service and continued to be a member of NARFE, National Active & Retired Federal Employees. She will be remembered for her subtle wit, smiles and love for traveling, playing cards, reading and puzzles.
She is survived by her...
William David "Dave" Strategier
Aug 9, 2025
William David “Dave” Strategier January 2, 1950 – August 9, 2025
William David “Dave” Strategier, 75, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. Born in Covington on January 2, 1950, Dave grew up in Fort Wright, where he developed his lifelong love for sports, storytelling, and a good laugh.
A graduate of Northern Kentucky University, Dave earned his Bachelor...
Iris Dawn McElroy
Aug 7, 2025
Iris Dawn (Walke) McElroy passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025 at the age of 88 years old. Iris was preceded in death by her husband, the late Athal “Mac” McElroy. Her brother, John William Walke, and sister Madeline Ruth (Walke) Otis. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Greg) Stall; grandchildren, Israel (Amber) Wilson, Stephanie (Phillip) Johns, Justin (Jessica) Stall...
Krista M. Wilmink
Aug 7, 2025
Krista M. Wilmink, age 63, of Covington, Kentucky, was called home to the Lord unexpectedly
on August 7, 2025, leaving her family and friends deeply heartbroken yet comforted by the
assurance of her eternal rest. A devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend, she
lived her life as a shining example of faith, compassion, and selflessness. Her capacity for love
was abundant, embodied...
Dennis T. Hirth II
Aug 6, 2025
Dennis T. Hirth II, age 49, of Villa Hills, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was a proud graduate of Dixie Heights High School class of ’95. Dennis will be greatly missed by his friends and family. He is survived by his loving wife, Jennifer Hirth (Horvath); children, Wyatt Hirth, Wade Hirth, Will Hirth and Keira...
Betty Jane Landwehr
Aug 6, 2025
Betty Jane Landwehr (nee Wilkerson), age 77, passed away on August 6th, 2025. She was born on September 22nd, 1947 in Louisville, KY to the late Zora and Edward Wilkerson. Betty worked as a bookkeeper throughout a wide variety of industries before her retirement. She is survived by her loving husband Dennis W. Landwehr and their children Mitchell Avery Landwehr...
Daniel J. Pieschel
Aug 4, 2025
Daniel (Dan) Joseph Pieschel was born April 14, 1949, and passed away on August 4, 2025. Dan is survived by his loving wife, Janet, children, Danny (Michelle), Joe, Tami Kesselring-Rees, and Dave (Heidi) Kesselring, grandchildren, Kayla (Jon) Dusing, Josh Kesselring, Kendra Kesselring (Eric), Abby, and Ashley Rees, great grandchildren, Calvin, Oliver, and Maddux, brothers, Paul (Rayea) and Jerry (Lynn), and...
Melissa M. Kidd
Aug 2, 2025
Melissa (Missy) Marie Kidd (nee Masden) was born on July 14, 1969, and passed away at the age of 56 on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY.
She was a loving mother to Cheyenne Nicole Kidd and the late James Lee Harris (2022), a bonus mother to Kim Cook, and a stepmother to Leah Kottmeyer. Missy...
Fabian Louise Mueller
Aug 2, 2025
Fabian “Faye” Louise Mueller (née Froelicher), age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at her daughter’s residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 11, 1944, in Covington, Kentucky, Faye was the beloved daughter of the late Howard and Charlotte Froelicher. She was preceded in death by her parents, five siblings, her devoted husband of 55 years,...
