Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Harry "Bud" Thurman, Jr.
Nov 24, 2023
Harry “Bud” T. Thurman, Jr., age 88, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, November 24, 2023. Bud was a proud alumni of Georgia Tech and never met a stranger. He loved meeting people and always had a big smile on his face. After retiring from A. C. Nielsen, he kept busy with the Kentucky Education Alliance...
Daniel J. Dorning
Nov 22, 2023
Daniel J. Dorning, age 73, of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Danny was a retired signalman for the railroad and bravely served our country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He is preceded in death by his father Albert Dorning and his mother Dorothy Dorning. He is survived by his children, Eric Dorning (Kim), Nick Dorning...
James L. Shirden
Nov 22, 2023
James Leo (Jim) Shirden, age 83, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was an active member of St. Boniface and James Church including being on the Parish Council and Finance Committee. Jim retired after a long career at American Airlines and then worked with his 3 sons at Shirden’s Carpet Cleaning. Jim is...
Curtis R. Pingel
Nov 20, 2023
Curtis R. “Curt” Pingel passed away Monday November 20, 2023 at 60 years old. He is survived by his wife, Veronica S. “Ronnie” Pingel; son, Justin Morgan Pingel; siblings, Chris (Valerie) Pingel, Shawn (Shawn) Reed and Teresa (Stacy) Taylor; Aunts & Uncles, Marita Harthun, Leonette Bockweg, Mike O’Neil and Ricky O’Neil. Also survived by several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. Curt...
Donald George Hellmann
Nov 18, 2023
Donald George Hellmann, 92 years of age, passed away peacefully Saturday at Madonna Manor Care Center with his loving family by his side. Don (aka “Lumber King”) was owner of Hellmann Lumber in Covington. The business and city were near and dear to him. He was a US Navy Korean War Veteran and proud to serve his country. He...
Earl Edward Schuh
Nov 17, 2023
Earl Edward Schuh, age 90, of Park Hills, KY, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2023, surrounded by his family. Earl was born to Arthur and Coletta Schuh on August 18, 1933 in Dayton, KY. A devoted son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, Earl was also well known in the community for his busy dental practice and his involvement...
John Arthur Yeager
Nov 15, 2023
EDGEWOOD - John Arthur Yeager - a respected and successful business owner, passionate
community servant, military officer and pilot, devoted family man – died Nov. 15 after a seven-
month battle with cancer. He was 79 and passed away peacefully at his Edgewood home with his
loving family by his side.
A native of Charleston, W.Va., John co-founded a...
Robert D. "Bob" Vaught
Nov 15, 2023
Robert D. “Bob” Vaught, Sr. passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the age of 62 years old. Bob is survived by his wife, Patty S. Vaught; children, Jessica (Joseph) Ceja and Robert Vaught, Jr.; grandchildren, Alyssa Vaught, Skyler and Joseph Ceja, Jr.; siblings, Julia (Michael) Dyer, Darlene Bowling and Christy Martin. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 21st from...
Della Mae Mueller
Nov 15, 2023
FORT WRIGHT- Della Mae Mueller (nee Bergfeld), 91, passed away November 15th peacefully at her residence with her daughters by her side. She was a graduate of Notre Dame Academy. After graduation she was recruited to play for the Covington Belles softball team while holding down a full time job. She was a former associate at JC Penny, and a...
Barbara M. Toadvine
Nov 12, 2023
Barbara M. Toadvine passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at the age of 71 years old. Barb is survived by her daughters, Kelly (Steve) Robinson and Stacy (Cliff Brossart) Toadvine. Also survived by 13 grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, November 17th from 11:00 am until time of blessing at 1:00 pm at Middendorf Funeral Home, 3312 Madison Pk. Ft....
Sr. Marylyn Ehrman SND
Nov 11, 2023
Marylyn was born into the loving family of George and Helen Ehrman on October 31, 1931.She was the second oldest of five children. Her father was an engineer for the L&N Railroad and hermother was a full-time homemaker. Her family was a very happy one, and early in life Marylyn wastaught to share, make sacrifices, and help those in need....
Abigail May Boswell
Nov 8, 2023
Abigail “Abby” May Boswell, was born silent on November 8, 2023, to parents Kari Lynn Boswell (née Hopfensperger) and Paul Robert “Rob” Boswell III. She was just shy of 34 weeks gestational age. Though she never knew life outside the womb, she will leave a permanent mark on their hearts and in their lives. Her favorite activities included intra-abdominal gymnastics...
Joy K. Riche
Nov 7, 2023
Joy K. Riche, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at the age of 92 years old. Joy was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Riche. Joy is survived by her husband of 71 years, Stew Riche; children, Keith, Craig (Suzanne), Christopher and Mark (Stephanie) Riche. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Visitation is Saturday,...
Donald Irvin Corken, Jr.
Nov 6, 2023
Donald Irvin Corken, Jr. passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at the age of 80 years old. Donald is survived by his wife, Sue Corken; children, Donald Corken and Connie (Mike) Murdock; grandchildren, Suzie (Harrison) Engel and Sam (Regan) Murdock; great-grandchildren, Inez, Farrah and Michael; siblings, Jeff (Kassy) Corken, Robin (JoAnn) Corken, Curt (Cheri) Corken and Sandy Robertson. Visitation...
Sister Mary Judeann Lueken SND
Nov 5, 2023
Rhea Mary Lueken was born into the loving family of Helen and Ferdinand Lueken on September 16,
1942. She was their fourth and youngest child. Rhea attended St. Martin School in Cheviot, Ohio, where
she came to know the Sisters of Notre Dame. At a young age Rhea felt called to give her life to God, and
so, she...
Donna R. Schoettle
Nov 5, 2023
Donna R. Schoettle (nee Pollock), 76 years of age passed away peacefully on Sunday at St. Elizabeth Hospice. Donna was the loving wife of Jim Schoettle. Loving mother of Scott Ferguson, Jeff Ferguson (Bree), Michelle Hart (Brian), and Micah Schoettle (Katie). Loving grandma to eight and one great grandson. Dear sister to Maggie Colbert. Visitation will be Thursday from...
Ronald Lee Rathbun
Nov 2, 2023
Ronald Lee Rathbun, born on June 1, 1944, and peacefully passed away on November 2, 2023, at the age of 79.
In his retirement, Ron embarked on a remarkable adventure in Belize, spending the last 10 years of his life surrounded by the natural beauty and vibrant culture of the country he grew to love.
Ron's zest for...
William Lee Wolfe
Oct 30, 2023
William Lee Wolfe, 65 years of age passed away Monday at University of Cincinnati Hospital. William was retired Navy Veteran. He was the loving father of Christopher Wolfe (Morgan), William Wolfe, Kirsten Wolfe, and Tyler Wolfe. Dear brother of Connie Riddle (James), Tom Wolfe, Joyce Unkraut (Kevin) and David Wolfe (Sonya). Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. He...
Harry E. Perry
Oct 29, 2023
Harry Perry Jr., age 93, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Sunday, October 29th, 2023. Harry served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. After his time in the military he worked as a repairman for Cincinnati Bell. Harry is survived by his children Debbie (Dave) Riffle, Kathy (Randy) Pritchett, Stewart (Mary Ann) Perry, Eric (Sylvia) Perry and...
Timothy John Kruempelman
Oct 29, 2023
Timothy John Kruempelman, 60 years of age, passed away peacefully Sunday at his residence. Tim was the loving son of John Kruempelman (Gail) of Ft. Mitchell and the late Barbara Kruempelman (nee Allen). He was also “Daddy” to his dachshund, Reese, his most loyal good boy. Tim is also survived by his aunt, Carol Kruempelman of Ft. Mitchell, and...
