Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Carolyn Faye Ashcraft
Dec 5, 2024
Carolyn Faye Ashcraft passed from this life on December 5, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; her sons, Mark, Joe, and Tracy; and her siblings, Elmer and Margie. Her passion in life was her family. From impromptu visits and holiday gatherings to trips and trivia times, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and...
Donald C. Von Hoene
Dec 5, 2024
Don Von Hoene, 87, died peacefully with family by his side on December 5, 2024. Don was born in Covington, KY on December 2, 1937 to the late Opal (Thornton) and Cyril Von Hoene. He is survived by his loving son Ted (Kelly), grandchildren Jack and Kate, brothers Rick (Sue) and Greg (Vicki) as well as numerous nieces and nephews....
Patrick G. Collins
Dec 1, 2024
Lifelong Northern Kentucky resident Patrick George Collins died peacefully on December 1st, 2024, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, with loving family members at his side.
Aged 82 years, having been born on May 22nd, 1942, to George Joseph Collins and Ellen Ann Collins (nee Skelton), Patrick spent his childhood growing up in Covington and attended Covington Catholic High School. He served...
Sister Mary Jana Foltz
Nov 30, 2024
Marilyn Sue Foltz was born in Park Hills, Kentucky, on December 3, 1944. She was the third of four girls, including her twin sister, Mary Catherine. Her parents, Ralph and Rosina (Sonderman) Foltz, nurtured a beautiful family, raised on the values of faith and love. Marilyn attended grade school at St. Cecilia, Independence, Kentucky, and high school at Notre Dame...
Margaret Ann Butler
Nov 28, 2024
Margaret Ann Butler (nee Tobin), age 85, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2024, surrounded by her family. Margaret was born to the late Clarence and Alice Tobin (nee Gudgel) on August 20, 1939, on the Tobin Farms in Minerva, Kentucky.
Margaret attended Villa Madonna College and graduated with a degree in Education, later completing her...
Dr. Joe King
Nov 28, 2024
Dr. Joseph J. King, 86, resident of Park Hills, Kentucky passed away on November 28, 2024, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.
A dedicated member of St. John’s Church in Covington and volunteer at a great many organizations during his lifetime, Dr. King was a practicing & dedicated chiropractor and healer in the Park Hills community for over...
Ruth Cecilia Otto
Nov 26, 2024
Ruth Cecilia Otto, age 102, of Villa Hills and formerly Fort Thomas, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She is survived by her loving children, Sue Otto Bourke, Charlotte Otto Tafaro (John), Beth Otto Bamber (Jeff), Bill Otto (Polly), Tom Otto (Alex) and Gerry Otto, Sr. (Bridget); grandchildren, Bobby Caples, Rachael Bourke, Caroline Renneker, Claire Panzeca, Leigh Joyce,...
James C. Quinn
Nov 26, 2024
James C. Quinn
February 14, 1938, to November 26, 2024
James “Jim” C. Quinn passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at the age of
86 with his family at his side.
Jim was predeceased by his first wife, Carolyn; parents, Joseph and Maude; and siblings Patty
and Billy.
Affectionately known as Jimbo and JQ to his family and friends, Jim was an avid reader...
Donna Eileen Becker
Nov 25, 2024
Donna E. Becker passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, with her children at her side. She was 85 years old.
She was a graduate of La Salette Academy in Covington, KY, studied at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., and later worked as a registered nurse anesthetist. While her children were young, she was an active member of St. Agnes parish,...
Konstantinos "Gus" Psaros
Nov 22, 2024
Konstantinos “Gus” Psaros, age 91, beloved husband of 55 years to Eleni, peacefully entered the presence of the Lord on November 22, 2024. Gus was born on the island of Chios, Greece, in the small village of Nocho Kipo and raised in the village of Agios Georgios Sikousis. A proud Hioti, he left his beloved village to serve in the...
John M. "Jack" Staub
Nov 19, 2024
John Miller “Jack” Staub
11/1/1926 – 11/19/2024
Jack Staub died peacefully at his home November 19 th at the age of 98. He was born in
Cincinnati, Ohio, on 11/1/1926, the son of Elmer and Marie Staub.
Jack grew up in Bond Hill and graduated from Hughes High School in 1945. He was an
accomplished multi-sport athlete. After High School Jack enlisted in the Army...
Joseph A. Eilerman Sr.
Nov 17, 2024
Joseph Andrew Eilerman, Sr., aged 74, of Ft. Mitchell, KY passed away on November 17, 2024, at St Elizabeth Medical Center after a 2 year battle with cancer. He was born on August 29, 1950, to the late Mary Elizabeth and Paul Eilerman. Joe was also preceded in death by his sister, Anne Eilerman.
Joe attended St. James Grade School and...
Harriet Ann Eads
Nov 16, 2024
Harriet A.Mills Eads passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the age of 91 years old, with loved ones around her. After retiring from C&O railroad (CSX), she enjoyed travel and quiet times at home, working her ever present crossword puzzles, or getting out to eat at Colonial Cottage. She always enjoyed Christmas and having family visit. She was...
John Peter Kappas
Nov 12, 2024
John Peter Kappas, age 85, passed away peacefully on November 12th , 2024. He was born on June 5th, 1939, in Dayton, KY to the late Peter and Anastasia Kappas. John graduated Dixie Heights High School in 1957 where he excelled as a star athlete in football, earning all-state and all -American status as a tight end. He went on...
William "Doc" P. Holiday
Nov 9, 2024
William P. "Doc" Holiday. Passed peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at the age of 86. William is survived by his children; Fr. William (Tammy) Holiday, Amy (David) Leonard and Adam Holiday; grandchildren, Mitchel, Zachary (Seyairra), Roger (Emily), Elisabeth (Jeff), Lucas, Adrienne (Jung); brother Richard Holiday. Services are private. Sympathy may be expressed by a memorial contribution to, St. Jude...
Donnie W. Clark
Nov 9, 2024
Donnie W. Clark, 69 years of age passed away Saturday, November 9th 2024 at home in Burlington, KY. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved the outdoors, nature, natural history, motorcycles and spending time with friends and family. Donnie lived a life of adventure. He was known for his strong personality, larger than life character and secret heart...
Julianne "Julie" M. Hackman
Nov 3, 2024
Julianne (Julie) Marie Hackman passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the age of 67 years old after a long and brave battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. Julie was preceded in death by her father, the late Edward Robbe her sister, the late Lori (Charlie) Harnist, and many dear friends.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph G. Hackman; children,...
Betty Ann Fragge
Oct 29, 2024
Betty Fragge, loving wife and mother, passed away at the age of 91 on October 29, 2024. A longtime resident of Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, she was the only child of Lorraine Robke and Richard Oettinger, who preceded her in death, as did her husband, Dr. Ronald Fragge, and son, Marc Fragge.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle (Fragge) Freeman, and...
Arthur L. Sarver
Oct 26, 2024
Arthur Leon Sarver, age 82, of Florence, KY passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Arthur is survived by his sister-in-law, Peggy Rechtin and 6 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Eileen Sarver (2007); sister-in-laws, Paulette Ruttle, Barbara Toadvine; brother-in-law, Michael Rechtin. Arthur retired from the IRS and prior to that he bravely served...
Mark A. "Chet" Adkins
Oct 25, 2024
Mark A.“Chet” Adkins passed away suddenly on Friday, October 25, 2024 at the age of 65. He was born on January 11, 1959; son of Richard and Nancy Adkins. He was a customs import clerk at DHL for 35 years, also having worked at Gates Rubber Co. for 32 years, and as a deputy jailer at the Boone County Jail...
