Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Dylan Sebastian Domingo Lopez
Feb 13, 2026
Dylan Sebastian Domingo Lopez died on February 13, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, KY.
He was born on January 22, 2026.
Visitation will take place at Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Florence, Kentucky on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:30 pm followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 3:30pm.
Dylan will be laid to rest at a later date in...
Lori Ann Erpenbeck
Feb 14, 2026
Lori Ann Erpenbeck, 63 years of age passed away Saturday February 14, 2026 at her residence.
Lori was preceded in death by her parents Anthony W. and Beverly Erpenbeck Sr. Lori is survived by her brothers Anthony W. Erpenbeck Jr., Jeff Erpenbeck, Rick Erpenbeck, and Gary Erpenbeck.
Lori lived a life defined by strength, determination and a deep love of sports. A...
Mary Elizabeth Hartman
Feb 17, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Hartman (nee Buscher), 81 of Pataskala, Oh passed away on February 17, 2026. Born in Covington, Ky on February 26, 1944 to the late Frank and Thelma Buscher.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Arthur Hartman, her daughter Tina (Gary) Davis, her grandson Christopher Davis, her sister Anita...
Michael A. Roberts
Feb 14, 2026
Michael A. Roberts, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 14th, 2026. Born on January 23rd, 1954, in Covington, KY, he was a graduate of St. Augustine Catholic School, Covington Catholic High School, and Northern Kentucky University. In 1990 he was a proud inductee to the Kentucky Colonels.
Mike loved living in Northern Kentucky and had fond memories and great...
Nancy Lee Ratermann
Feb 13, 2026
Nancy Ratermann (nee Yazell), age 89, of Covington, KY passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, in the comfort of her home that she shared with three generations of her family. Surrounded by love, in her last moment, Nancy left this world with a smile on her face.
For those that had the opportunity of knowing Nancy, know that she was...
Patricia L. Karlage
Feb 8, 2026
Patricia Laura Karlage passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at the age of 95 years old.
Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent Karlage, her parents Walter and Mary Stutler (Healy), her siblings: Ted Stutler, MargGuethlein, Irvin Stutler, Ed Stutler, Bud Stutler and Betty Sanders and her great grandson, Tobin.
She is survived by her children: Beth Ping (Dennis), Jeff Karlage...
Carol Sue Butcher
Feb 6, 2026
Carol Sue Butcher (nee Ebert), age 80, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 6th, 2026. She was born in Dayton, KY on December 23rd, 1945 to the late Catherine and Walter Ebert. Carol worked as a manager at Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken in Latonia, KY and then later in life worked at the Remke’s market in Taylor Mill, KY. She...
Kathryn Wordeman
Feb 5, 2026
Kathryn Wordeman was born March 21, 1954 to Vincent Wordeman and Vivan Lehmkuhl Wordeman.
Kathryn was a data processor at Levis.
She is survived by her siblings, Thomas Wordeman and Steve Wordeman. Her sister, Victoria Wordeman passed January 23, 2026.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
Richard A. Genereux
Feb 4, 2026
Richard A. Genereux, 66, died on February 4, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky.
Richard was born on January 29, 1960 to Arthur and Margaret Genereux.
Richard worked as a butcher at Economy Meat Market. He painted many buildings in the Main Strasse area of Covington. Richard also helped rebuild the roof of Mother of God Church after the...
Rose Marie Wagner
Feb 1, 2026
Rose Marie “Ree” Wagner, age 87, of Independence, KY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children: Gary Wagner (Tammy), Jimmy Wagner (Jackie), Mary Beth Fritsch (Martin), Susan Lang (Tim), and Peggy Dixon (Geoff); her sister, Mary Lee Lestingi (the late Joe); and 13 grandchildren and...
Dorothy Mae Haake
Jan 31, 2026
Dorothy Mae Haake (nee Placke), age 97, of Fort Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2026. She is survived by her loving children, Bruce Haake (Kathy), Dennis Haake (Diane), Becky Haake, Tammy Wagner (Gary) and Sandy Judd (Bill); 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her dear husband,...
Ryan James Shepherd
Jan 30, 2026
Ryan James Shepherd, 38 years of age, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026 at his residence. Ryan was the loving son of Ollie and the late Steve Shepherd (2023), dear brother of Sharyn Harper (Jerry), and Steve Shepherd Jr. (Holly), loving uncle of Katie, Jacob, Maddison Harper and Brianna and Bailey Shepherd. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed riding...
Sister Mary Sharron Goller
Jan 30, 2026
Betty Ann Goller, the eldest child of William and Margaret Goller, was born on February 23, 1939, into a proud Irish family with German influence from her father. She grew up in a household rich in tradition and deeply rooted in Catholic values.
Betty Ann attended St. Agnes School in Bond Hill, Ohio, where she first encountered the Sisters of Notre...
Thomas Francis Schneider
Jan 30, 2026
Thomas F. Schneider, age 78, of Fort Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026. He is survived by his loving sister, Carol R. Smith (Ronald); nieces and nephews, Maria C. Finke (Jeff), Tony Smith (Misty) and Mark Smith (Lisa); 8 great-nieces and nephews and 9 great-great-nieces and nephews. He was also a special friend to Michelle Joseph,...
Joyce Ann Blanchet
Jan 28, 2026
Joyce Ann Blanchet (nee Hils), age 86 passed away at her residence on January 28, 2026. She was born in Covington, KY on July 24,1939 to the late Bertha (nee Back) and M. Henry Hils. She was a loving and generous person whose life was filled with enjoyment of her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her loving...
Raymond Archer Smith
Jan 26, 2026
Raymond A. Smith, age 89, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, 1/26/26 surrounded by his wife and their 8 loving children.
Ray was born in Kentucky where he and his wife Peggy Smith (nee Peter) welcomed and raised their family. While he was not given siblings by birth, he loved and was loved by his siblings-in-law Patty Cueva (late...
Victoria A. Wordeman
Jan 23, 2026
Victoria A. Wordeman was born August 17, 1952 to Vincent Wordeman and Vivan Lehmkuhl Wordeman.
Victoria was a beloved teacher for many years at Piner Elementary in Kenton County.
She is survived by her siblings, Thomas Wordeman, Steve Wordeman and Kathryn Wordeman.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
Sharron Kay Rohling
Jan 22, 2026
Sharron Kay Rohling (née Bloemer) passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age of 86. A devoted homemaker throughout her life, Sharron also generously volunteered her time for many years with Catholic Charities of Covington, offering quiet support and kindness to those in need.
Sharron was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great‑grandmother, and a cherished friend to all...
Janis Yelton
Jan 20, 2026
Janis Marie Anderson Yelton, 79, of Villa Hills, KY, passed away peacefully at her home on January 20, 2026. A devoted mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, who will be deeply missed by all who loved her.
Born on July 7, 1946, in Newport, KY, Janis was the daughter of Earl and Caroline Anderson. She grew up as the middle child among...
Dana Marie Mills
Jan 16, 2026
Dana Marie Franxman Mills passed away quietly with her family by her side on January 16, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Edgewood. She was 62 years old. Born in Covington, Kentucky, she was the middle child of Judith Campbell and Lawrence Franxman. She grew up in Boone County, in a loving home.
Dana was a true Kentucky beauty. She...
