Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Emmett Patrick Ireland
Mar 1, 2017
Emmett Patrick Ireland, 39, of Fort Mitchell, passed away suddenly on March 2, 2017 after many years struggling with addiction. We wish he had recognized the value and potential others saw in him. He was preceded in death in 2002 by his father, Emmett Francis Ireland, in 2011 by his cousin Michael Nelson Kinney, in 2012 by his uncle William...
Grace E. Elder
Feb 28, 2017
Grace E. Elder, age 90 of Taylor Mill (formerly of Cincinnati, Oh), passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 with her family by her side. Born May 29, 1926 to the late Louise (Potrafke) and Otto Pauly. Grace was the loving wife of the late Virgil Elder. She leaves behind her loving son, Greg Elder (Yvonne Moore) and loving daughter,...
Arthur C. Thomson
Feb 26, 2017
Arthur C. Thomson, 90 years of age of Union , Passed away Sunday at St. Elizabeth Hospice. He was the loving husband of Mary Joan Thomson (nee Mauntel). Loving father of Steven J. Thomson (Cindy), Mary G. Krallman, and Mark A. Thomson (Carol). Loving grandpa of Steve Thomson Jr. (Jessica), Amanda Thomson, Kevin Thomson, Samuel Thomson, Courtney Krallman and Olivia...
Jim Edward Kolkmeier
Feb 25, 2017
Jim Kolkmeier, age 86, of Ft. Wright, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Jim retired from the Ohio River Company as a transportation manager after 36 years. He loved fishing, was a big Xavier sports fan and longtime member of the St. Agnes choir. Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife, Eileen Kolkmeier in 2011...
Wilma M. Dyer
Feb 25, 2017
Wilma M. Dyer, 91 of Crestview Hills, Kentucky entered eternal life at 1:00 a.m. Saturday, February 25, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky. She was born June 21, 1925 in Houghton, Iowa the daughter of Catherine (Menke) and Bernard Sporkman. Wilma married Irvin J. Dyer on June 25, 1947 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Houghton Iowa. Survivors...
Paul Terrence "Terry" Borne
Feb 21, 2017
Paul Terrence “Terry” Borne, age 81, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2017 in Apache Junction, Arizona. Terry bravely served our country as a member of the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a self-employed State Farm Insurance Agent. Since retiring 22 years ago, Terry and Marlene spent time traveling through the United States including Alaska and living...
William E Huesing
Feb 20, 2017
William E. Huesing, age 92, of Fort Thomas, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017. He was the loving husband of the late Rosemary Deutsch Huesing. He leaves behind his sons, Bill Huesing (Linda), Barry Huesing (Jan), Robert Huesing (Lynda) and his daughter, Mariann Hollmann (Fred). He is also survived by his sister, Mary Jean Koors (Jim), sister-in-laws Audrey Deutsch,...
Horace Allen Latta, Jr.
Feb 18, 2017
Horace Allen Latta, Jr., age 65 of Florence, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2017. He was a retired production manager for 40 years with BAWAC Inc. and a proud member of the Kentucky Colonels. He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace Sr. and Adele Latta and brother, Gerard Latta. Al is survived by his loving...
Arthur William Wild
Feb 13, 2017
Arthur William Wild, Jr., 86, of Villa Hills passed away peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2017. “Bill” was the loving husband of the late Daphne E. Wild (nee Scorey) and is survived by his beloved children Amy Claire Wild and Ian Wild (Kathleen), and 3 grandchildren Bridget, Claire and Brendan. He is also survived by his dear sister Joan Maier...
Bill Backus
Feb 13, 2017
Marvin W. “Bill” Backus, age 69, of Villa Hills, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017. Bill was a very active, passionate manager in the machine tool industry. This led to his long time, honorable membership in The Oriental Order of Groundhogs. He was the Vice President of the Die Mold Division of Makino. He was also a volunteer for...
Michael John Warning
Feb 13, 2017
Michael J. Warning, age 81, of Ft. Wright, KY passed away peacefully on February 13, 2017. He was a retired Customer Service Manager with Steelcraft Manufacturing and a member of St. Agnes Parish. Michael was an avid golfer and first time champion of the H.G.L. golf league, founding member of the H.A.B. club, huge fan of Notre Dame, UK and...
Sr. Mary Rosetta Conrad, SND
Jan 31, 2017
Sister Mary Rosetta was born into the loving and faith-centered family of Mathias and Henrietta Conrad on December 23, 1925 in Cincinnati, Ohio, along with her beloved twin sister, Lilly. Rose Mary was the eighth of thirteen children. Her large family had such a special impact on her that it was hard for her to leave them as she felt...
Angela Katherine Lange
Jan 28, 2017
Angela "Anne" Lange, 92, of Fort Mitchell, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 28, 2017 with her family by her side. She was the loving wife of the late Ferdinand Lange. Loving mother of John F. Lange (Martha), David R. Lange (Susy), Greg J. Lange (Bev), and Stephen R. Lange (Jeannie). Loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren....
Paul E. Radenheimer
Jan 24, 2017
Paul E. Radenheimer, 86, of Crescent Springs, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Ida Radenheimer; sister, Mary Jean Thomas; and grandson, Ethan James. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Dorothy Radenheimer (nee Moehring). He was the loving father of John Radenheimer...
Elizabeth Epping
Jan 23, 2017
Elizabeth Epping (Nee Verkamp) age 66, of Edgewood, KY passed away on Monday, January 23, 2017. She was a very kind and caring person who loved spending time with her grandchildren and taking cruises with her husband. Elizabeth is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, Richard Epping; daughter, Carrie Bishop (Shane); grandchildren, Mia, Cole and AJ Bishop; brothers,...
Andrew Frederick Timperman
Jan 21, 2017
Andrew Fredrick Timperman, 88, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on January 21, 2017 at home. Beloved husband of 44 years to Betty Timperman. Andrew served as a priest in the Diocese of Covington for 16 years. During this time he was also a catholic school teacher and tireless advocate for the poor and needy. Andrew and Betty were part of...
Gladys Gertrude Bray
Jan 20, 2017
Gladys Gertrude Bray, age 97, of Edgewood, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late James H. Bray Sr. Loving mother of Joan Gilbert (Don), Doris Baker (Harvey), Joyce Duff (Billy Joe), James H. Bray Jr. (Mary), Sherry Kiefer (Rick), William Bray (Chris), Jenny Bray, and Jeff Bray (Teresa). Loving grandmother of 16...
Elsa A. Tenorio
Jan 13, 2017
Elsa A. Tenorio (nee Palacios) loving wife of the late Carlos A. Tenorio. Loving mother of Grace Jones, Judy Frank, and Lori Meininger. Loving Granny of Nine grandchildren and Nine Great grandchildren. Dear Life Companion of Luther Combs. Elsa was 89 years of age and was a homemaker. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10:00am until 12:00pm at Middendorf Funeral Home...
Samuel H Witherup
Jan 12, 2017
Samuel H. Witherup passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017. Sam is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; daughter, Julie and her husband Joe; siblings, William and Corinna; and grandchildren, Ian and Autumn. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Immanuel United Methodist Church in Lakeside Park, KY from 10 AM until the Funeral Service begins at...
Nelson John Cook
Jan 11, 2017
Nelson John Cook, age 87, of Covington, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Nelson was the loving husband of Shirley Cook (nee Jones) for over 59 years. Loving father of Carol Povkov (Steve), Kimberly Johnson (Steve), Terry Cook (Gayle), Connie Roeller (Ken) and Mark Cook (Kim). Beloved grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He also leaves behind...
