Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Robert Arthur Hartmann
Sep 27, 2016
Robert Arthur "Bob" Hartmann of Fort Wright, age 90, passed to his final reward on Tuesday, September 27th. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, enlisting at age 17 and serving on an escort carrier as a cook. He later worked as a master butcher for Stegner's Foods for 52 years. He was a longtime member of...
Stephanie Ranee Nordmeyer
Sep 24, 2016
Stephanie Ranee Nordmeyer, 42, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2016. She was the loving daughter of Tom Nordmeyer (Jo Ann) and Donna Bravard (Mark). Loving mother of Christine, Savannah, and Lilly. She also leaves behind her spouse Terry Ginn; brother, Greg Nordmeyer (Maureen) and sisters, Krista Nordmeyer and Allison Nordmeyer (Andrew Johnston); and her loving grandmother Lucille...
Donald Herman Tenfelde
Sep 23, 2016
Donald H. Tenfelde, age 86, of Ft. Mitchell, KY passed away on September 23, 2016 at his residence. He was a retired manager for Cincinnati Bell. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Ferdinand and Loretta Tenfelde and brothers, Robert Tenfelde and Paul Tenfelde. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, October...
Philip Joseph Vaske
Sep 23, 2016
Philip Joseph Vaske, age 69, of Taylor Mill, KY passed away on Friday, September 23, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired owner and president of Besl Transfer Company where he worked for 32 years. Upon retirement Phil became very involved in many different charities and organizations including Eucharistic Ministery at St. Cecilia Church, volunteering his time...
Mary Ellen Miller
Sep 21, 2016
Mary Ellen Nutini Miller, age 96, passed away September.21, 2016 at Bay Bluffs Medical Care Facility. Mary Ellen was born July 21, 1920 in Covington, KY, the daughter of Louis and Antoinette (Grover) Nutini. She grew up in Ft. Mitchell, Ky, where she attended school. She graduated from Our Lady of Cincinnati College where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree...
Glenn Edward Stevens
Sep 21, 2016
Glenn E. Stevens, age 84, of Covington, KY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 21, 2016. Glenn was a good father and very generous person, he enjoyed playing cards with his family and loved his dog Henry. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Ross and Mary Stevens; children, Timothy Edward Stevens and Cynthia Denise Stevens. He is survived...
Forrest M. Vercheak
Sep 20, 2016
Forrest M. Vercheak, loving husband of Marlene Vercheak (nee Walls). Loving father of Kimberly A. Vercheak, Brian Vercheak (Tammy), Doug Vercheak (Mary Beth), Christopher Vercheak, Missy Rapp (Mike), and Christy Jeffery (Cliff). Loving grandpa to eleven grandchildren. Dear uncle of Amy Jo Hartung. Forrest worked at UPS for thirty-two years (1963 – 1995), where he worked his way up to...
Nancy L. Spivey
Sep 19, 2016
Nancy L. Spivey (nee Wilkins), cherished wife of Jerry Spivey. Loving mother of Robert Spivey (Nancy). Loving grandmother of Malachi Brenner (Shanna), Morgan Clingenpeel (Mitch), and Cory Spivey. Two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Dorothy Wilkins, and sisters Debbie Fry and Janet Wilkens. Nancy was 76 years of age and a retired P&G associate....
Esther M. Emerick
Sep 17, 2016
Esther M. Emerick (nee Wessling) of Holman Street in Covington, loving wife of the late John A. Emerick. Dear sister to Ruth Reuscher. She was predeced if death by her sisters Mary Ehlmam, Rose June Gough, and Kathleen Otte. She was a dear aunt to several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great- great nieces and nephews. Esther...
Mary Beth Rizzo
Sep 16, 2016
Mary Beth Rizzo, age 54, of Park Hills, KY passed away on September, 16th, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was a former employee of Stevenson Photo Color for 17 years and owner of Clean Changes cleaning business. Mary was preceded in death by her parents Gregory and Joan Huneke. She is survived by her sisters, Joann Tudor Kiser...
Captain Charles A. Fugazzi
Sep 16, 2016
Captain Charles A. Fugazzi, loving husband of Gayle Fugazzi (nee Bertke). Loving father of Trevor Fugazzi (Carrie), Kera Studer (Shane), and Maria James (Bryan). Loving Pa-Pa of Ten grandchildren. Dear brother of Joe Fugazzi, Theresa Dwyer, and Mary Weltzer. Charles was 64 years of age and was a Vietnam War Air Force Veteran . He was an International Captain for...
Ed W. Tranter
Sep 13, 2016
Ed W. Tranter, loving husband of Margaret Tranter (nee Kearns). Loving father of Ed Tranter (Laura), John Tranter (Vickie), Scott Tranter (Jill), and Todd Tranter (Katie). Loving grandpa of fifteen grandchildren. Dear brother of Sharon Blasingame. Many nieces and nephews. Ed was still practicing as an Attorney in Northern Kentucky. He was 75 years of age and a resident of...
Blanche R. Kunkel
Sep 11, 2016
Blanche R. Kunkel (nee Stamm), loving wife of the late Robert G. Kunkel. Loving mother of Linda Schild (Jeff), Jill Kunkel, Kathy Kunkel, Jack Kunkel, Eddie Kunkel, Bill Kunkel(Joi), Greg Kunkel, Steve Kunkel (Cindy), and Sherry Parrigan (Joe). 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Dear sister of Mary Appel, Tom Stamm, Sr. Janet Stamm SND, Leo Stamm, and the late...
Gilbert "Gil" Ervin Parton
Sep 10, 2016
Gilbert “Gil” Ervin Parton, 73, of Covington, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2016. He was the loving husband of Esther Parton (nee Rupert); loving father to Kelly Finke (Tony) and Sarah Hunt (Kevin). Gil also leaves behind his grandchildren Heath Parton and Brady Hunt. He is preceded in death by his brother Albert Parton (Patricia).Gil served in the United...
Bernard "Bernie" J. Becker
Aug 25, 2016
Bernard “Bernie” J. Becker, 84, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2016. He was the loving husband to the late Diana Becker (nee Dickman). Loving father to Belinda Binford (Dan) and Dr. Stephen J. Becker (Leslie Merrell); beloved grandfather to Joseph, Claire, Audrey, and Celeste Binford; and loving brother to Nancy Morwessel. Bernie served in the United...
John M. Alford Sr.
Aug 24, 2016
John M. Alford Sr., loving husband of Lisa J. Alford (nee Pilger). Loving father of Sarah Wilson (Nick), and John Alford Jr. (Brittny). Dear brother of Judd Alford. John was a teacher with Boone County Schools and Beechwood School. 72 years of age residence of Edgewood , KY. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at Middendorf Funeral Home...
Johnnie Colson Machlitt
Aug 22, 2016
Johnnie Colson Machlitt, loving son of Dave and Beth Machlitt (nee Reusch). Loving brother of Abby Machlitt. Dear grandson of Connie G. Machlitt. Colson was a graduate of Dixie Heights High School and was attending Georgetown University where he was playing football. Visitation will be Sunday at Dixie Heights High School Gym from 3:00pm until 6:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial...
Michael Lee Couch
Aug 22, 2016
Michael Lee Couch, age 59, of Newport, KY passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016. He previously worked in the GM parts department. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Swafford and Harry Couch. He is survived by his ex-wife, Debbie Powell; uncle, William “Bill” E. Harmon; step-sister, Linda Horn; niece, Erica Owens. Private services will be held...
Marjorie Lee Naber
Aug 15, 2016
Marjorie Lee Scholten Naber went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 15, 2016. She was born on July 26, 1930 in Covington, KY. She attended Edgecliff College and worked for Chubb Insurance for over 25 years. She enjoyed painting, reading, bridge and jumble puzzles. Her passion, however, was her family. She prayed for her family and...
Alfred W. Mairose
Aug 11, 2016
Alfred W. Mairose, 87, of Fort Mitchell, KY passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2016. Al was the loving husband of the late Elizabeth (Liz) J. Mairose. He was “Dad” to eight children, Tom Mairose, Steve (Mary) Mairose, Mary Beth Mairose, Michelle (Dave) Kline, Mike (Bari), Mairose, Jerry Mairose, Terry (Sue) Mairose and Alan (Anne) Mairose; loving “Paw-Paw” to 13...
