Obituaries
Fort Wright Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Fort Wright and Kenton County, KY areas
Stephen H. Smith
May 20, 2026
Stephen Smith, 76, of Edgewood, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in the comfort of his home. Steve was born in Bellevue, Kentucky on February 13, 1950; the son of the late John and Katherine (Geis) Smith. Steve graduated from St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati in 1968, and received his degree in Sociology from John Carroll University...
Edwin A. Woolever
May 20, 2026
Edwin A. Woolever passed away peacefully with his wife and daughters by his side on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the age of 76.
He was born on July 31, 1949, to Floyd and Maxine Woolever. Ed married Maureen Nolan on September 14, 1974. Together, they built a loving family and shared over 50 devoted years of marriage. Ed spent the...
Sister Mary Ruth Riehle
May 19, 2026
Ruth Margaret Riehle was born on April 19, 1930, in Milford, Ohio, to Emma and Leo Riehle. She was the third of five children, growing up during the challenging years of the Great Depression. Although times were difficult, her family found stability with the support of relatives and eventually moved to her uncle’s farm in Loveland, Ohio. Her father later...
Emma Lyn Bornhorst
May 19, 2026
Emma Lyn Bornhorst (nee Longstreet), 84 years of age passed away Monday at St. Elizabeth Hospice Care. Lynn was the loving wife for sixty – four years of Donald Bornhorst. Loving mother of Sheryl Anne Bornhorst, and Donald Thomas Bornhorst (Donna). Loving grandmother of Bethany, Brennan, Bryant and Brielle Bornhorst.
Lyn was a dedicated educator in the Boone County School System...
Carol Ann Grosser
May 18, 2026
Carol Blank Grosser, 86 years of age, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026.
She was the daughter of Elmer F. and Cecilia Hilbert Blank, deceased, wife of David A. Grosser, deceased, mother to Stephen A. Grosser, Sally G. Kaufman, (Kent, deceased), Christopher J. Grosser, (Molly, deceased), and Peter J. Grosser, (Nicole).
Carol leaves ten grandchildren: Allison Kaufman Gerhardstein, (Brian), Brad Kaufman, (Stacey),...
Mary Janet Rolf
May 18, 2026
Mary “Janet” Rolf (nee Heringhaus), 92 years of age, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was a member of St. Agnes Church for 63 years.
Janet was a member of the “Movie Club”, whose members received many “strange” looks when 13 women dressed in the same shirts walked down the aisle at a...
Sheila Kathleen Zalla
May 17, 2026
Sheila Kathleen Zalla (nee Sexton), 86 years of age, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 17th.
She was born on March 23, 1940, in Covington, Kentucky, daughter of the late John Sexton and the late May (Grady) Sexton, and devoted sister to the late Sue (Sexton) Helbling.
Sheila was the loving wife of Andrew Martin Zalla, and...
Joan Mary Volz
May 13, 2026
Joan Volz (Armstong), age 91, passed away on May 13th, 2026. She was born in Covington, KY on May 20th, 1934 to the late Anna and Walter Armstrong. Before her retirement Joan worked as a medical records director for Booth Hospital which later became St. Luke hospital which is now the St. Elizabeth hospital in Florence, KY. Joan was a...
Sr. Carol Marie Klaine
May 9, 2026
Mary Carol Klaine was born on January 11, 1932. She was lovingly raised by her devoted mother, Margaret, and her family. Her father, George, passed away just two months before her birth; however, the steadfast love and support of family surrounded her throughout her life,providing all the care and security she needed.
Mary Carole began her education at the age of...
Robert Martin Murray
May 8, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Martin Murray, age 82, who passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. Born on March 24, 1944, in Covington, KY, to Thomas and Jane Murray, Bob grew up in Ft. Wright and attended Covington Catholic High School.
Bob dedicated over 40 years of his life as a Union Sheet Metal Worker,...
Michael Lee Beggs
May 8, 2026
December 14, 1961- May 8, 2026
Michael Beggs, 64, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Highland Heights, Kentucky.
Michael was born in Seattle, WA to Jerry Beggs and Leta (Dozier) Beggs. He met his wife, Teresa, while attending seminary in Dallas, TX, and they shared 35 years of marriage together. Their sons, Joshua and Jeremy, were born in London, England while...
Anne Louise Stanfield
May 5, 2026
Anne Louise StanfieldJuly 9, 1924 – May 5, 2026Anne Louise Stanfield, born on July 9, 1924, to Francis and Marie Cushing (née Pauly), lived a long and eventful life shaped by resilience and independence.
Anne was raised in Latonia, Kentucky, where she attended La Salette Academy on a four-year scholarship, an early reflection of her determination and strong character. Throughout her...
Mark A. Fightmaster
May 5, 2026
Mark Alan Fightmaster, 70, of Erlanger, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Born on December 6, 1955, he was the son of Earl & Betty Fightmaster. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ed Fightmaster and grandson, Adrian Fundora.
He is survived by his wife, Cathy, sons Nicholas Fightmaster (Justen Scalf), Daniel Thewes (Angela), daughter, Kelly Baumgardner,...
Stephen J. Fry
May 3, 2026
Stephen J. Fry passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at the age of 70 years old. Stephen was preceded in death by a son, the late Bryan Havlin.
Stephen is survived by his spouse, Linda Fry; daughter, Denise (Ben) Culshaw; grandchildren, Kyle (MacKenzie), Kody and Kory (Kailey) Havlin; great-grandchildren, Thistley, Nathan, Islay and Josie Havlin; and his brother, Robert Fry.
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Robert R. Morgan
Apr 30, 2026
Robert Ray Morgan, age 85, passed away on April 30th, 2026. He was born in Lewis County, KY on November 11th, 1940 to the late Nilli and Willie Ray Morgan. Before his retirement Robert worked a variety of jobs that included maintenance worker, handyman and meat packing plant operator.
Robert was preceded in death by his wife Vickie Morgan (nee Denny);...
Michael J. Cooney
Apr 30, 2026
Michael Joseph Cooney, age 92, of Villa Hills, KY entered eternal life surrounded by family on Thursday, April 30, 2026. He bravely served our country as a member of the United States Army. He earned his B.A. in Business from Villa Madonna College (now Thomas More University) and went on to have a successful career at General Electric Evendale (now...
Monica L. Condit
Apr 29, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the death of Monica Lynn Condit (Comiskey) on April 29th, 2026 at the age of 57 after a prolonged battle with colon cancer. She was preceded in death by her father, William Comiskey, and her older sister Carol Comiskey, father-in-law James Condit Sr., mother-in-law Rose Condit, and brother-in-law James Condit Jr.
Monica is survived...
Patrick M. Flannery III
Apr 25, 2026
Patrick Michael Flannery III
December 18, 1957 – April 25, 2026
Park Hills, Kentucky
Patrick “Pat” Flannery, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 25, 2026. He was a man of deep faith, abiding love for his family, and enduring generosity and service towards others.
Pat was a dedicated and lifelong member of St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington, KY. He...
Margie M. Rymarquis
Apr 25, 2026
Margie M. Rymarquis (nee Rottinghaus) age 92, of Villa Hills, KY passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
She is survived by her son, Scott Rymarquis; 3 grandchildren, David VonBokern, Abby Claybern and Bradley Rymarquis; 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Margie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Donald C. Rymarquis; daughters, Sharon VonBokern and Suzan Neff;...
James L. Schoettle
Apr 25, 2026
James L. Schoettle, age 78, of Independence, KY passed away peacefully on April, 25, 2026. Born in Cincinnati, OH in 1947 to George and Louise Schoettle, Jim grew up in Anderson Township. He was an avid golfer and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchild. He is survived by his children, Scott Ferguson, Jeff Ferguson (Bree), Michelle Hart (Brian)...
