Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Robert J. Kaufman
Aug 19, 2026
Robert J. Kaufman, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born in Covington, KY on November 17th, 1937 to the late Angelan and Cletus Kaufman. Before his retirement Robert worked as Treasurer for the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority. Robert was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was...
Carol S. Scheidler
Aug 17, 2026
Carol S. Scheidler passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026 at the age of 82 years old.
Carol was preceded in death by her son, the late Russell Scheidler. She is survived by her daughter, Kari (Robert) Stair; and granddaughter, Rachel (Joseph Moreno) Stair. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be on Monday, August 24th from 9:00...
David G. Diedrichs
Aug 17, 2026
David G. Diedrichs, age 84, of Morrow, OH passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026. He is survived by his children, Margaret “Meg” King (Tom), Mark Diedrichs (Naomi), Eric Diedrichs (Nancy) and Samantha Diedrichs (William); brothers, Mark William Diedrichs (Donna) and Thomas Diedrichs; grandchildren, Sidney Boertlein (Stewart), Cole Ashmore, Alexis Rosenbaum (Daniel), Kelsey King, Tyler King (Mary), Hannah King...
Ronald E. Zerhusen
Aug 15, 2026
Ronald E. Zerhusen, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center in Edgewood, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family.
Ron was born on July 28, 1958 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Covington, Kentucky, to the late Elmer and Anna Mae Zerhusen. He was the devoted husband of Carol Zerhusen (Loomis), with whom he shared 50...
Sister Christa Marie Fox, SND
Aug 13, 2026
Patricia Joan was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on September 1, 1932, the only child of George and Mildred (Breig) Cavanaugh. Patricia experienced significant loss early in life. Her father died when she was only two years old, and her beloved mother passed away when she was ten. Her mother had remarried to a close family friend, George Fox, who became...
Harry James "Jim" Emmett, Jr.
Aug 8, 2026
Harry James "Jim" Emmett, Jr., age 74, of Park Hills, KY passed away on Saturday, August 8th, 2026. He is survived by his brother, Rick Emmett (Linda); niece, Jennifer Ising (Dan); nephew, Nathan Emmett (Amber); great nieces and nephews, Carson Ising, Abigail Ising, Morgan Emmett and Bentley Emmett.
Jim retired from Artistic Die Manufacturing after 40 plus years, a family-owned business,...
James Stuart Hildreth
Aug 5, 2026
James Stuart Hildreth, age 82, born March 3, 1944, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Joyce Hildreth; his children, John Stuart Hildreth (Sherry) of Radford, VA, Michael James Hildreth of Erlanger, KY, and adopted daughter, Lisa Michele Reynolds (Kent I) of Independence, KY. He is also survived by three grandsons, Kent...
Luke Joseph Summe
Aug 4, 2026
Luke Joseph Summe, age 41, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away on August 4, 2026. He was the much loved son of Peter J. and Kathleen D. Summe.
Luke was a 2003 graduate of Covington Catholic High School. He continued his studies at Coastal Carolina University in South Carolina. He came back to Kentucky to continue his studies at NKU.
Ever the athlete,...
Robert J. Schaar
Jul 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Robert “Bob” Schaar
Robert "Bob" Schaar, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 28th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle following surgical complications.
Born in Covington, Kentucky, on June 9, 1951, to the late Jack and Jean Schaar, whose values and spirit he carried throughout his life. He was...
Della A. Schlupp
Jul 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Della Ann Pennington Schlupp
Della Ann Pennington Schlupp peacefully entered the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 25, 2026, surrounded by her children and family. Born on January 5, 1954, to Ance and Oralia Pennington.
Della shared many meaningful years of life with Ronald Schlupp, and together they built a family grounded in faith. She was...
Vicki Diehl
Jul 25, 2026
Vicki Diehl, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 25th, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, OH on March 13th, 1971 to Mosey and James May Sr.
Vicki was preceded in death by her father James May Sr. She is survived by her mother Mosey May and her siblings James May and sister-in-law Deborah, Michael May and Crystal May Jones...
John David Rabe
Jul 24, 2026
J. David Rabe, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospice. Born in Covington, Kentucky, to Ferdinand A. and Aurelia (Hellmann) Rabe. He was a graduate of St. Henry High School where he participated in both boxing and basketball. Dave worked as a skilled and proud Local 212 Electrician, embodying hard work and expertise...
George N. Schneider
Jul 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that the family of George Nicholas Schneider announces his passing on July 21, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on December 6, 1936, to the late Jim and Helen Schneider. George grew up in Bellevue, Kentucky, and attended Newport Catholic High School and graduated in 1954 where he was a member of the 1954...
Betty Sue Davis
Jul 20, 2026
Betty Sue Davis passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the age of 91.
To everyone who knew her, Sue was a source of joy—full of life, laughter, and a deep love for her family and friends.
Sue’s friendships were one of her greatest treasures. Some began in grade school and lasted her entire life, a testament to her loyalty, humor....
Janet M. Harden
Jul 19, 2026
Janet M. Harden, a woman who was loved by all, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at the age of 90 years old.
Janet was preceded in death by her husband, the late Edward Harden. She is survived by her children, Debbie Harden, Dan (Pam) Harden, Michael (Colleen) Harden, Paul (Dawn) Harden and Tim (Rhonda) Harden; and sister, Karen (The...
Rita Theresa McFadden
Jul 17, 2026
Rita Theresa (Ligda) McFadden passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Rosedale Green Nursing Home in Latonia, Kentucky at the age of 100 years. Rita was born to John and Mary (Kocik) Ligda on December 19, 1925, in Barnesboro, Pennsylvania. She was the eleventh of fourteen children.
Rita moved to Gary, Indiana in 1944. Shortly thereafter, the government initiated...
Joan C. Voskuhl
Jul 17, 2026
Joan C. Voskuhl, age 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17th, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born in Covington, KY on February 23rd, 1932 to the late Clara and Joseph Voskuhl. Before her retirement Joan worked as a payroll clerk for the city of Covington, KY. Joan was preceded in death by...
Gregory J. Schlarman
Jul 9, 2026
Gregory John Schlarman, age 70, passed away on July 9th, 2026. He was born in Covington, KY on August 24th, 1955 to the late Jerome “Jerry” Schlarman and Audrey Schlarman. Gregory worked as a CAD designer for Time Warner Cable before his retirement. The small things in life brought Greg the most joy. Playing cards and bowling leagues were things Greg...
Joanne M. Schuler
Jul 8, 2026
Joanne M. Schuler, of Lakeside Park, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at StoryPoint Assisted Living at the age of 97.
Joanne was a proud 1946 graduate of Notre Dame Academy in Covington, Kentucky. After being a stay at home mom she began many years of service working in the Kenton County Clerk's Office.
Joanne was preceded in death by her spouse,...
Mary A. Terrell
Jul 6, 2026
Mary Alice Terrell (nee Gordy), age 87, passed away on July 6th, 2026. She was born in Grant County, KY on June 24th, 1939 to the late Addie and Edward Gordy. Before her retirement Mary worked as an office manager for Highland Cemetery for 40 years. Some of her hobbies included shopping, cooking, gardening and traveling. Mary was preceded in...
