Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Cathy A. Schmitt
Oct 4, 2024
Catherine Ann Schmitt (née Reinersman) passed away peacefully at her home on October 4, 2024 at the age of 73. Cathy was the beloved wife of William K. Schmitt, cherished mother of William David Schmitt (Kristen Collett - Schmitt) and Sarah Gillum (Jonathan Barczak), and a devoted grandmother to Tyler Chisenhall, Harper Schmitt, and Hazel Schmitt. She was preceded in...
Melanie L. Robbins
Oct 1, 2024
Melanie L. Robbins 49 years of age passed away peacefully on Tuesday at her residence with her loving family by her side. Loving mother of Tyler Bulmer. She was the loving daughter of Larry and Margie Robbins (nee Leichman). Dear sister of Jason Robbins and Justin Robbins. Caring girlfriend of her longtime boyfriend Mark McNeese. Here favorite sport was cheer-leading....
Anna Margaret "Marge" Knipper
Sep 26, 2024
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Anna Margaret ‘Marge’ Knipper
January 14, 1931 – September 26, 2024
Anna Margaret ‘Marge’ Knipper passed away peacefully early on the morning of September 26, 2024 at Carmel Manor, Fort Thomas, KY after about a week in Hospice care, at age 93.
Daughter of the late Ralph Meyers and Elizabeth Schuette Meyers of Covington, KY, Marge attended Covington’s St. Augustine’s Elementary School and...
Marilyn F. Fabre
Sep 25, 2024
Marilyn F. Fabre (nee Morris), 83 years of age passed away peacefully Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Health Care Ft. Thomas. Marilyn was retired from the IRS and then spent many years travelling and playing golf with her loving husband Rupert “Joe” Fabre, who passed away in 2021. She was an avid reader and loved a good mystery. She also never...
James C. Dacey
Sep 25, 2024
James Dacey, of Northern Kentucky, passed away on September 25, 2024 after a brave fight with cancer. Jim made the most of his 77 years, often saying that he had a great life! He was survived by his wife of over 50 years, Melody Dacey. He is also survived by his daughters Julie Keininger and Heather Tomlin (Joel) and his...
Richard A Dorning
Sep 23, 2024
Richard Albert Dorning, age 90, of Fort Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Monday, September 23,2024. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Virginia “Kay” Dorning (nee Scott); daughters, Debbie Dorning and Denise Hock (Rob); siblings, Jerry Dorning (the late Bonnie), Diane Bruner (the late John) and Tom Dorning (Laura); grandchildren, Jeremy Dorning (Ashley), Lydia Hock and...
Dorothy Clare Dailey
Sep 21, 2024
Dorothy “Dottie” Dailey, age 81 of Fort Wright, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024. Her children Ann (Charles) Dailey-Dickerson, John Dailey, and Lynn Dailey were all by her side in her final days. She would proudly boast about her six grandchildren: Boston, Maylynne, Kingston, Brooklyn, Branson, and Adalyn. She is proceeded in death by her sisters; Sylvia (Clifford) Giese...
Dee Sheriff-MacDonald
Sep 19, 2024
Dee Sheriff – MacDonald, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at the age of 80 years old. Born Darlene Catherine Sheriff in Covington, KY on November 30, 1943 to humble beginnings, Dee went on to lead an amazing and colorful life. She started out as a teacher, then was motivated to join the nursing profession due to the sudden...
Sister Mary Ann Catherine Wehry
Sep 17, 2024
Martha Catherine was born into the loving family of William and Aurelia Wehry on May 12, 1929. She was the second of three children and the only daughter. She said her parents gave her peace in knowing that they would provide and sacrifice anything for her family. It was a loving childhood. Martha attended Mother of God School, Covington, Kentucky,...
Eugene Petrey
Sep 15, 2024
On September 15, 2024, our Heavenly Father called our Dad, Eugene Petrey, home. Dad was born November 4, 1929 in Williamsburg, Kentucky. He is predeceased by his parents, McKinley and Nannie Petrey and 10 siblings. He worked as a coal miner, in Eastern Kentucky; at Phillip Carey’s in the factory; as a truck driver with Celotex and finally delivering vehicles...
Carol R. Moore
Sep 14, 2024
**Carol Rosemary Moore (née Geers), **1934 – 2024** With unwavering faith, Carol Moore lived a life of profound devotion to her family, her Catholic faith, and her community. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, she passed away peacefully at Madonna Manor, with her husband of 66 years, Morgan, by her side. Carol was the proud mother of eight...
Jessica N. Mahan
Sep 10, 2024
Jessica Nicole Mahan, 36, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away September 10th, 2024. Jessica was preceded in death by her father, Dennis Keith Mahan, grandfathers Kenneth Crawford and Leoford Mahan. Jessica is survived by her mother, Cynda Crawford (Mark Reese), daughters Jada Hutton and Lyric Mcguire, and son Jordan Hutton. She is also survived by her grandmothers Mary Mahan and Sally...
Tilo Wald
Sep 7, 2024
Tilo Wald, 81, of Fort Wright, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 7, 2024, in his home of 37 years.
Tilo was born on February 17, 1943, to Kurt Wald and Elisabeth Memmel DeFreest, in Wurzburg, Germany. He immigrated to the United States with his family, including his step-father James DeFreest, in June 1957, to Killeen Texas, where he graduated from...
Sean Michael Timmerding
Sep 7, 2024
Sean Michael Timmerding passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the age of 47 years old after a very long battle with brain cancer. Everyone who knew Sean knew that he was kind, charismatic, genuine and self-less. He did not know a stranger and was willing to do anything to help anyone. He loved his family and friends very much....
Gayle D. Wells
Sep 5, 2024
Gayle D. Wells (nee Davis), 80 years of age, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 5, 2024 at her residence with loved ones at her side. Gayle was the loving wife of Henry A. Wells for 56 years. Loving mother of Sean Durkin Wells (wife Christy), Robert Davis Wells (wife Karen), Karen Brooks Hendrix (husband Eric), and Cynthia Wells Deatherage (husband...
Richard L. Detzel
Aug 31, 2024
Richard L. Detzel, 81 years of age, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 31, 2024, at The Christ Hospital, Hospice of Cincinnati with his loving family by his side. Rich was the loving husband of Kathy Detzel (nee Callahan) of 49 years. Loving father of Dan Detzel (Kerry), Sarah Davidson (Craig), and Dave Detzel. Loving grandfather and great-grandfather of Jordan, Jaden,...
Louise H. Weisner
Aug 30, 2024
Louise “Leesa” Wiesner, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, educator, artist, and adventurer, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life brimming with love, creativity, and boundless passion. A Master Scuba Diver Instructor, Leesa certified thousands of divers, sharing the beauty and mystery of the underwater world with people from all walks of life. Her adventures took her to the...
Richard N. "Dick" Cook
Aug 25, 2024
Richard (Dick) N. Cook
September 18, 1940 – August 25, 2024
Dick Cook passed away quietly on August 25, 2024. He is survived by his wife Nadine Howard, sons Michael Cook and Mark Cook (Beverly), grandsons Simon Cook and Fisher Cook and siblings Arthur Cook and Cindy Mincks (Carlos) and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was proceeded in death by his...
Carol A. Wald
Aug 22, 2024
Carol Ann Wald (Adler), 78, of Fort Wright, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Villa Springs Care Center, following a long bout with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Carol was born on April 5, 1946, to Kenneth Newton Adler Sr. and Marie Virginia Carriker, in Mineola, New York. Carol and her loving husband Tilo Wald would have celebrated their 58th year...
Denise Lyn Carnes
Aug 21, 2024
Denise will always be remembered as a successful and accomplished individual who excelled in both her schooling and career in the field of pharmaceuticals. Her dedication and hard work led her to become a highly respected and knowledgeable doctor, admired by many. However, she will be most remembered for her kind and giving nature towards anyone in need. Denise never...
