Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Barbara J. "Barb" Brausch
Dec 13, 2025
Barbara J. “Barb” Brausch passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the age of 63 years old. Barb is survived by her spouse, David Brausch; children, Jordan (Boyko) Grigorov, David (Brittany) Brausch, Zachary (Kylie Tucker) Brausch and Trey Brausch; grandchildren, Blake & Vada Brausch and Brayden Newman; siblings, Carol (David) Finnell and Tom (Karen) Weiskittel; father-in-law, Bill Brausch; sister-in-law, Brenda...
Granville C. Huff
Dec 13, 2025
Granville C. Huff, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He was born on August 7, 1944, in Harlan County, Kentucky, to the late Alice and Finley Huff Sr.
Granville worked for many years as a saw line operator before retiring. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother who will be deeply missed by all who...
Monica Dunlap
Dec 12, 2025
Monica Dunlap (nee Daugherty), age 76, of Taylor Mill, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025. Monica graduated from Thomas More College where she was a member of Alpha Lambda Mu Sorority. She then began a long teaching career where she taught at St. Pius, St. Paul and Taylor Mill Elementary Schools. Monica also was a Board Member...
Rodger Dale Kidwell Sr.
Dec 12, 2025
Rodger Dale Kidwell Sr., age 67, passed away on Friday, December 12th, 2025. He was born in Campbell, KY on December 22nd, 1957 to the late Dorothy and Edmund Kidwell. Rodger held down a variety of jobs throughout his life. He is survived by his children Jason Rodger Kidwell, Rodger Dale Kidwell Jr., Roberta Jo Thomas, Thomas Keith Herron and...
Joseph J. Glavan II
Dec 10, 2025
Joseph James Glavan Jr., 93, passed away peacefully Wednesdayafternoon, December 10, 2025, surrounded by family in Florence, Kentucky, where he recently moved with his wife, Jean, to be nearer to family. He passed away just eleven days after his beloved wife. After over sixty years of marriage, his family takes immense comfort knowing that their time apart was brief. Joe...
James "Jim" W. Schilling
Dec 10, 2025
James “Jim” W. Schilling, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, December 10th, 2025. He was born in Covington, KY on September 1st, 1935 to the late Mary and Ralph Schilling. Jim owned the Ludlow pharmacy and worked as a pharmacist throughout his career. He was a veteran of the Air Nation Guard. Jim was also a volunteer at St. Elizabeth...
Charlotte Sue Petrey
Dec 9, 2025
Charlotte Sue “Jackie” Petrey, 79, of Florence, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born January 2, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jackie grew up and lived in Florence, Kentucky.
Jackie was the beloved wife of David Petrey. She was a devoted mother to Kathy (Darren Darlington) Doll, David (Josie) Kirby,...
James E. Boschert
Dec 9, 2025
James E. Boschert, 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Madonna Manor Care Center in Villa Hills.
Born in 1944 to Elmer and Adele Boschert. With a generous heart and a deep devotion to his faith, Jim lived a life centered on family, service, and joy. He was the loving father of Steve Boschert (Victor Loureda), Doug Boschert...
Rich Poe
Dec 6, 2025
Richard H. “Rich” Poe III, age 54, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at his residence.
Rich is survived by his beloved life companion, Beth Ossege, and her daughter, Ellory, as well as his children, Emma and Ben. He was the loving son of Richard H. “Dick” Poe and the late Carol Poe (née Green).
Rich was the dear brother...
John N. Wallet
Dec 1, 2025
John Nicholas Wallet, 75 years of age passed away peacefully on Monday December 1, 2025 at the V.A. Hospice Community Center. John was a devoted husband to Barbara Wallet (née Nader), his wife of 42 years and a beloved father to his son Michael Wallet and cherished father-in-law to Elizabeth Wallet. He was a dear brother to Thomas Wallet (Rita),...
Gladys Beechem
Dec 1, 2025
Gladys Caroline (Cline) Marie (Hobbs) Beechem, age 98, passed away at Rosedale Green nursing home, Latonia, KY.
Gladys grew up in Newport, KY, daughter of James Hobbs and Gladys Irene Harrison. In 1945, she met Tom Beechem while taking classes at Xavier University when she was 18 years old. They were married July 3, 1948 and initially began a family in...
Kitty C. Pilger
Dec 1, 2025
Kitty C. Pilger, age 79, of Loveland, OH passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025. She is survived by her loving children, Vanessa Pilger, William O’Neil, Cheryl Schultz, Lisa Pilger, Jeffrey Pilger and Richard Pilger; 16 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Kitty was preceded in death by her dear husband, Richard T. Pilger.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 4,...
Frank R. Gunkel
Nov 30, 2025
GUNKEL, FRANK R. of Bloomfield Hills; November 30, 2025; age 95; Dear husband of the late Delores Gunkel and the late Rosemary Schubring; Cherished father of Jennifer (Mark) Scyzoryk and Greg Gunkel and his fiance' Shannan; Beloved grandfather of Brittany (Cody), Christina (Matt), Brenna and Noah; Great grandfather of Stetson; Loving brother of the late Paul, Clifford, Melvin, Earl and...
Jean Dorothy Glavan
Nov 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean Dorothy Glavan, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the age of 90 in Florence, Kentucky, where she recently moved with her husband, Joe to be nearer to family.
Jean was the last surviving child of Emil and Dorothy Leinweber, born in Cleveland,...
William George "Bill" Kohlhepp
Nov 28, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William G. Kohlhepp, who died peacefully at home on November 28, 2025 at the age 84. Bill was married to Elaine Rabe Kohlhepp for 60 years who was his biggest supporter and true partner throughout his married life. He was the first child of the late Clifford and Catherine...
Tammy J. Inman
Nov 28, 2025
Tammy J. Inman passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at the age of 63 years old. Tammy was a beloved mother, Nana, and friend who was loved by many. Tammy is survived by her life partner, Trace Inman; children, Dorene Lollie, Maggie Moorer, Charles McBride, Daniel McBride Charlotte Miller and Tamara Miller; 21 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jack Greer,...
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...
