Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Shirley R. Cook
Aug 30, 2018
Shirley R. Cook (nee Jones), 82 years of age passed away peacefully, on Thursday August 30,2018 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood with her loving family by her side. She was the loving wife of the late Nelson J. Cook. Loving mother of Carol Povkov (Steve), Kim Johnson (Steve), Terry Cook (Gayle), Connie Roeller (Ken), Mark Cook (Kim), Ann Bowling (Rodger),...
Joseph Anthony Lestingi
Aug 29, 2018
Joseph Anthony Lestingi, Sr., 84, husband of Mary Lee Hornbeck Lestingi, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Cold Spring Transitional Care Center. Joseph was born on April 21, 1934 in Newport to the late Frank and Margaret Spizzica Lestingi. He attended Newport Catholic High School, was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War, serving on the U.S.S....
Hetty Jo Harms Thomas
Aug 25, 2018
Hetty Jo Harms Thomas (Nee Wintermeyer), age 78, of Lakeside Park, KY and temporary resident of Margaritaville, returned to her heavenly father on Saturday, August 25, 2018. Nickle slots were her game and desserts brought her fame. She rocked high hems, high heels and high standards. Among her many accomplishments was a Life Director of the Home Builders Association of...
Gaye Ann Durrett
Aug 18, 2018
Gaye Ann Durrett (nee Whittle) 56 years of age of Crescent Springs passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2018 with her loving family by her side. Gaye was born on March 6, 1962 to the late Donald G. Whittle and Helene F. Whittle. Gaye was the loving wife of 33 years to Thomas Durrett. Loving mother of Allie Hanselman (Clint),...
Garry Michael Rawe
Aug 18, 2018
Garry Michael Rawe, 60 years of age, of Latonia, KY passed away Saturday at his residence. He was preceded in death by his father, Garry Rawe and his loving wife Patricia Rawe. He was the father of Elizabeth “Beth” Rawe, Paula Heidel (Brad), and Vanessa Wolke. Garry was the son of Blanche Rawe. Brother of Tom Rawe (Kim). Garry was...
Malia Juil Lyle
Aug 9, 2018
Malia Juil Lyle, infant daughter of Jeffery Lyle and Amanda Stone, passed away Thursday, August 9, 2018 in the arms of her loving parents. Malia was born in Edgewood, KY. on March 14, 2018. In addition to her loving parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Adena Lyle & Jeffery Milam of Clarksville, TN, and Robert & Tonya Montgomery of...
Jackie Owens Lane
Aug 9, 2018
Jackie “Jack” Owens Lane, age 72, of Covington, KY passed away Thursday, August 9, 2018 at his residence. Jack was born on May 14, 1946 in Covington to the late Jessie Owens Lane and Sarah Jane Sayers Lane. He owned and operated Jess & Sons Towing in Covington. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Myrna Lane...
Mary Kathleen Halloran
Aug 2, 2018
Mary Kathleen Halloran, 72, of Edgewood, widow of John Francis Halloran, Sr., passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. Kathy was born on February 10, 1946 in Covington to the late Ralph B. Grieme, Sr. and Dorothy Meese Grieme. She worked in the banking industry. Survivors include four children, John Francis Halloran, II of Edgewood,...
Nancy Judith Bosch
Aug 1, 2018
Nancy Judith Lee Bosch of Edgewood, KY passed away on August 1 at St. Elizabeth Hospice surrounded by her family. Nancy was born in Covington on April 8, 1943 to the late Robert and Edith Kathman Lee of Ft. Wright. She is a graduate of Notre Dame Academy and after graduation worked as an editor for TV Guide in Cincinnati....
Michael Jerome Drees
Jul 30, 2018
Michael Jerome Drees, 64, of Ryland Heights, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018 at his residence. He was born on March 5, 1954 in Covington to the late Norbert Drees, Sr. and Rosemary Wagner Drees. Michael was a retired electrician with Local # 212 I.B.E.W. and a 43 year active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. Survivors include his loving wife, Mimi...
John J. Flesch
Jul 30, 2018
John James “Jack” Flesch, 88, (Col., USAR, Ret’d) passed into eternal life peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on July 30, 2018. He was born in 1929 to John Jacob and Beatrice Gastrich Flesch. Jack Flesch exemplified a life of broad-shouldered hard work, service, and kindness to others. He was a tireless volunteer for his life-long parish of...
Larry W. Pauley
Jul 27, 2018
Larry W. Pauley, husband of Peggy Knox Pauley, left this world on July 27, 2018 at the age of 72. He graduated from Holmes High School in 1965. He was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran. When his time in the Navy was complete he graduated from Northern Kentucky University. Larry worked as an insurance claims manager for several years. He...
Lisa H. Rundle
Jul 25, 2018
Lisa H. Rundle (nee Stoneburner), 51 years of age passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Lisa was the loving mother of Robby Rundle. Dear sister of Lori Lee Rockhold. Dear aunt of a niece and a nephew. Lisa worked in customer service at the IRS. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00pm until 7:00 pm at Middendorf Funeral Home 3312 Madison...
William Sommerkamp
Jul 18, 2018
William Edward Sommerkamp, 91, entered peacefully into eternal life surrounded by the love of his family, on Wednesday, July 18, 2018. He was the devoted husband of 65 years to the late Frances (nee Nierman). Cherished father to Jeanne Frost (Glenn), David (Dee), Tom (Sandy), Jim (Kim), Mary Kay Woodruff (John), and proud grandfather to 13, and great-grandfather to 9....
Lynette Foster
Jul 15, 2018
Lynette Foster, 78, of Florence, KY, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2018 at Highland Spring Nursing Home in Ft. Thomas. She was born on September 28, 1939 in Stearns, KY to the late Noel Shorter and Myrtle Bass Shorter. Survivors include her loving husband, Orville Foster; two sons, Chris Foster of Burlington and David Foster of Florence; one daughter, Catherine...
Aloma Jean Webb
Jul 15, 2018
Aloma Jean Webb, age 67, of Edgewood, KY passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 15, 2018. Aloma was a teacher for 20 years and taught at Immaculate Heart of Mary and Blessed Sacrament School among other places. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Les Webb; son, Dustin Webb (Yolanda); grandson, Dan and numerous cousins. Aloma was...
Robert John Kreidler
Jul 9, 2018
Robert John Kreidler, 91 years of age passed away Monday July 9, 2018 at Carmel Manor Care Center. He was the loving husband of Dolores Rita Kreidler (nee Demmin). Robert was preceded in death by his son Robert Gerard Kreidler. He was the loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert and his wife were very active with St. Augustine Church....
George "Louie" Cheesman
Jul 9, 2018
George “Louie” Cheesman, age 84, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away peacefully on July 9, 2018. He leaves behind his loving wife, Mary Cheesman of Ft. Mitchell, KY; children, Keith Cheesman (Mary Patrice) of Villa Hills, KY, Brenda Wimberg (Thomas) of Anderson Township, OH and Steven Cheesman (Beth) of Ft. Mitchell, KY; brother, Glenn Cheesman of Galion, OH; grandchildren, Caroline,...
Bertha Margaret Jacobs
Jul 9, 2018
Bertha Margaret Jacobs, 83, wife of the late John R. Jacobs, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018 at Carriage Court of Kenwood in Cincinnati, Ohio. A native of Allen, KY, she was born on July 19, 1934 to the late Ballard Lee and Magalene Clevenger Stratton. Bertha was a former resident of Crestview Hills, KY and a longtime employee of...
Jarrod Richard Willman
Jul 5, 2018
Jarrod Richard Willman, 18, of Independence, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2018 at his residence. Jarrod was born on July 21, 1999 in Florence, KY. Jarrod was a graduate of Simon Kenton High School and an employee of J.W. Contract Screen. Survivors include his father, Justin Willman; his mother, Rebecca Hornbeck (Joseph); three brothers, Parker Willman, Evan Hornbeck, Eric Hornbeck...
