Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Maja J. Heist
Jan 11, 2019
Maja Jane Heist, born on March 14, 1972, passed away at the age of 46 on January 11, 2019. Maja Attended Bishop Howard Elementary, Villa Madonna Academy, Holmes High School, UK and NKU. She joined the U.S. Navy and studied at the Department of Defense Language Institute, Monterey, California. The motto there was, "We learn Arabic, so you won't have...
Ruth Norrine Kleymeyer
Jan 9, 2019
Ruth Norrine Kleymeyer, 91 passed shortly after Noon on Wednesday January 9th, two days short of her 91st birthday. Upon graduation from Beechwood High School, she entered the St. Elizabeth Residential Nurse Training Program where after receiving her R.N. and worked for 10 years as an operating room nurse at St. Elizabeth North Hospital. She then worked for 25 years...
Timothy Gene Berkemeier
Jan 5, 2019
Timothy G. Berkemeier. Beloved son of the late Roger G. and Ann Kabitsch Berkemeier. Devoted brother of Steve (Barbara) Berkemeier, Rick (Jill) Berkemeier, Lynne (Shawn) Daley, Julie (Richard) Webster and the late Pamela Berkemeier; Loving uncle of 3 nephews and 2 nieces; Dear nephew of Richard (Judy) Kabitsch, Carl Kabitsch and Gary (Donna) Berkemeier; Best friends “brothers” from childhood Fr....
Cora Alice Lynch
Jan 4, 2019
Cora Alice Lynch, age 95, of Fort Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, January 4, 2019. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jerome Lynch and siblings, Elmer, Alene and Eula. Cora is survived by her children, Sheila Cain (the late David) of Ft. Wright, KY, Jerry Lynch (Nga) of Pleasanton, CA and Michael Lynch (Kathy) of...
Joan Clair Tuemler
Jan 3, 2019
Joan C. Tuemler (nee Bredenberg) beloved wife of 70 years to the late Jack Tuemler passed away January 3, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice at the age of 92. Joan was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. She is survived by her sons, Gary (Mary), Barry (Diane) and daughter, Gina Wulfeck (Gary), 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Visitation...
Larry J. Naiser
Jan 3, 2019
Larry J. Naiser, 82 years of age passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019 at his home with his loving wife, children and grandchildren by his side. He was the devoted husband of 58 years to Carolyn Naiser. Loving father of Nick Naiser(Patti), Joe Naiser, Beth Hummeldorf (Jim), and Michael Naiser (Amy). Loving Poppers of Ben, Megan and David Naiser, Gabrielle,...
Elvera Elizabeth Amann
Dec 29, 2018
Elvera Elizabeth Amann (Vera), age 93, passed away on December 29, 2018 at Carmel Manor in Ft. Thomas. Vera’s passion in life was to be a good wife and mother and to donate her time to worthy causes that would make a difference in the Northern Kentucky community. In 1963, she became one of the first volunteers at St. Charles...
Mary Beth Mairose
Dec 29, 2018
Mary Beth Mairose. Beloved daughter of the late Alfred and Elizabeth Mairose. Devoted sister of Michelle (Dave) Kline, Tom, Steve (Mary), Mike (Bari), Jerry, Terry (Sue) and Alan (Anne) Mairose. Loving aunt of 15 nieces and nephews. Passed away Saturday, December 29, 2018 at the age of 58 years. Visitation Friday, January 4th from 10:00 am until time of service,...
Marshall "Steve" Steinmetz
Dec 26, 2018
Marshall “Steve” Steinmetz, passed away Wednesday December 26, 2018 at Veterans Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. Steve was the loving husband of Therese Steinmetz (nee Halenkamp). Loving father of Matt Steinmetz (Dani), and the late Artie Steinmetz. Loving grandpa to Artie and Piper Steinmetz. Dear brother of Kathy Herzog, Debbie Steinmetz, and Leisa Yanke. Steve was the owner of Steinmetz Transfer...
Gary Lee Flannery
Dec 26, 2018
Ludlow - Gary Lee Flannery.Beloved husband of Teresa A. Averbeck (Kampsen) Flannery. Devoted father of Andrea (Andrew) Vieth; Ashley (Michael) Barczak; Jason (Kelly) Kampsen and Joshua (Michelle) Kampsen. Loving grandfather of Annaleese and Alexander Vieth; Norah and Ava Barczak; Elsie and Margot Kampsen and Riley Kampsen. Dear brother of John "Butch" (Mary) Flannery, Barbara (Don) Riddell and Kaye Brefeld.Gary passed...
Christine Drees
Dec 20, 2018
Christine Drees, age 95, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 20, 2018. She was a member of the Kolping Society, Blessed Sacrament Church and Fort Mitchell Senior Club; Christine also enjoyed playing Bingo and cards, and crocheting. She is survived by her children, Henry Drees (Patty), Christina Clifford (Mark) and Rose Drees Kluth (David); siblings, Wilhelm Huntelmann...
Alfred W. Lannigan
Dec 19, 2018
Alfred W. Lannigan, 93 years of age passed away Wednesday December 19, 2018 at Rosedale Green. He was a WWII Navy Veteran whom served on the USS Wiseman DE667. He loved golfing, bowling, fishing, but most of all he loved his family. Preceded in death by his wife Violet L. Lannigan, his daughter Shelagh Goodridge, his brother William (Billy) Lannigan,...
Martha Schuh
Dec 13, 2018
Martha Schuh (nee Cleves). Age 90 , of Park Hills, KY. Passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 13, 2018 surrounded by her family. Martha worked at the Kroger Co. before starting her family and later worked at the Kenton County Courthouse. She was a member of St. Agnes Parish in Ft. Wright where she attended weekly mass with her family....
Margaret Ann Maschmeyer
Dec 12, 2018
Margaret Ann Maschmeyer, age 89, of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. She was a member of the St. Charles Community and the Daughters of Isabella. She will be remembered for her smile, hugs and her strong devotion to the Blessed Mother. Margaret leaves behind her loving husband of 65 years, Lawrence Maschmeyer; children, Mary Maschmeyer-Schuler...
Patricia Charlotte Riley
Dec 8, 2018
Patricia Charlotte Riley, age 89, of Lakeside Park, KY passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018. She was a former member of the D.C.C.H. Guardian Guild and the Edgewood Senior Citizens. Patricia was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and loved nothing more than spending time with her family, she will be greatly missed by all. She was preceded in...
Audrae Stambaugh
Dec 7, 2018
Audrae Stambaugh (nee Mueller), age 88, of Lakeside Park, KY passed away peacefully on Friday, December 7, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind her dear husband, Ken Stambaugh; children, Ken and Annette Stambaugh, Connie and Mike Hemingway, Rhonda and Bill McCardle, Kevin Stambaugh, Keith and Kristie Stambaugh, Laura and Tim Ketron; 22 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Visitation...
Ruth M. Howard
Dec 5, 2018
Ruth M. Howard (nee Schraivogel), 80 years of age passed away Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood. Loving mother of Marc Howard ( Rene). Loving grandma of Jack and Fritz. Dear sister n law of Rosalie Schraivogel. Dear aunt of two nephews and one niece. Ruth was a former Sister of Notre Dame, then worked at St. Charles Care...
Herman B Kamlage
Dec 1, 2018
Herman B. Kamlage, born March, 28, 1930, son of post World War I German immigrants Henry and Marie Vormbrocke Kamlage, was called home on December 1, 2018 at the age of 88. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Covington on June 1, 1957. His priestly ministry included 13 years as Pastor of the Shrine of Our Lady...
Carol A Poe
Nov 30, 2018
Carol A. Poe (nee Green), age 74, passed away Friday, November 30, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. Carol was the loving wife of Richard “Dick” Poe. Loving mother of Richard “Rich” Poe and Mike Poe. Loving grandma of Katelynn, Emma, Ben, Madison and Aidan. Dear sister of Kathy Keegan, Bob Green (Pat) and is survived by several nieces and nephews....
Helen Elizabeth Hayes
Nov 23, 2018
Helen Elizabeth Hayes, age 80, passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018. She is predeceased by her brothers, Arthur, Walter, and Robert; and sister, Florence Trimbur (nee Meyers). Helen is survived by her sister-in-law, Carol Hayes; nephews, Stephen (Helen) Meyers, Ehmet Hayes, and Joseph (Lauren) Hayes; great-nieces, Stephanie Meyers and Vivian Hayes; great-nephew, Harrison Hayes; and very dear cousin Ruth...
