Obituaries

Feb 22, 2021

Betty J. Newman,

60 of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was a selfless woman who always put her family first. Betty enjoyed family gatherings and playing with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband and childhood sweetheart Johnny Newman; children Matt (Theresa) Taylor, April (Shawn) Ellis, Heather...

Feb 20, 2021

James “Jay” Tipton,

86 of Newport, Kentucky passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021. He was a member of Love and Faith Fellowship Church in Newport, Kentucky. Jay enjoyed spending time with his family and loved playing with his grandchildren. He retired from Redken/Loreal and spent a lot of his leisure time flea marketing. Jay is survived by...

Feb 19, 2021

J. Richard Nixon, 64 of Cincinnati, Ohio went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2021.  He was a member of Latonia Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his Father, John Richard Nixon and his Parents, Melvin and Louise Mason.  Richard is survived by his Loving Wife, Pauletta Nixon; Children, Jeanine Raven (Will) Shackleford & Joshua...

Feb 17, 2021

Gail Ann Allen, 52 of Covington, KY passed away surrounded by her family on February 17, 2021. She retired from St. Elizabeth Healthcare after 25 years as a Nurse.  She was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Crestview Hills, KY, loved going on vacation to the ocean, always liked seeing sunflowers, red cardinals and especially spending time with...

Feb 15, 2021

Rev. W. Ken Forman died at home in Campbellsville with his wife Pat Glasscock Forman, and daughter Cathy nearby, early Monday, February 15, 2021.  He was 93, a longtime member of Campbellsville Baptist Church and had served in professional ministry for more than 60 years. He will be interred at the Floral Hills Memorial Gardens in Taylor Mill, Saturday,...

Feb 15, 2021

Norma Jean Honeycutt,

91 of Alexandria, Kentucky went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 15, 2021. She loved to cook and attend church at West Covington Baptist. Jean was the light and heart of her family. She was always happy and willing to help anyone in need. Jean will be truly missed by those...

Feb 12, 2021

Sandra E. Adkins

Latonia – Passed away on February 12, 2021 at the age of 76. Sandra was a longtime member of First Church of the Nazarene in Erlanger. She enjoyed playing Bingo and loved dogs. She recently retired from Madonna Manor in Villa Hills, Kentucky. Sandra was loved by everyone who knew her and will be...

Feb 9, 2021

Mary M. Hiatt,

85, of Covington, KY passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021. She was a very independent woman of God who was devoted to her church and her family. Mary loved working with flowers, putting together puzzles and enjoyed butterflies. She worked at KD Lamp Company in Cincinnati for over 50years. Mary is survived by her...

Feb 8, 2021

Richard “Rocket” J. Sievers of Covington, KY passed away on February 8, 2021 at the age of 68. Rocket had a successful 39-year career at Drees Homes as a community builder. He loved boating, golfing, Jimmy Buffett, and spending time with his grandkids, friends and family. Rocket enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in numerous sporting events. He had...

Feb 7, 2021

Thomas E.  Marshall,

74 of Ft. Mitchell, KY passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021. Tom was born in Covington, KY to the late Samuel and Mary Jane Marshall. He retired from Western and Southern in 2009. Tom enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also drove a school bus for the Beechwood School District. Tom would never shy away...

Feb 7, 2021

Brenda Mae Russell (Wilson), 57, of Covington, KY passed away suddenly on February 7, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood. She was born on March 25, 1963 to William and Kathy Wilson. She was preceded in death by her father, William Wilson, her son, Mark Russell, a sister, Mary Ann Wilson, and a brother, Steven Wilson. She is survived...

Feb 6, 2021

Ira K. Ferguson,

82 of Brooksville, KY formerly of Ft. Thomas, KY passed away Saturday February 6, 2021. He was a past Ft. Thomas Volunteer Fire Fighter and an avid bowler, spending may days at LaRue Lanes. Ira retired from the Cincinnati Post Office where he worked in maintenance and was lovingly known by his fellow employees...

Feb 3, 2021

Margaret Agnes “Peggy” Davis of Villa Hills, KY passed away on February 3, 2021 at the age of 82. Peggy was a kind woman that was always looking out for others. She cherished her family and the time that she could spend with them. Peggy was a school bus driver for Kenton County Schools for 25 years before she...

Feb 2, 2021

Vicky Lea Webster

Dry Ridge, KY – Passed away on February 2, 2021 at the age of 68. Vicky cherished her family more than anything, she loved spending time with her kids and grandkids. Vicky had a successful 20-year career at the Union Post Office where she made many friends. She and her husband Vernon played a...

Jan 31, 2021

Rose Fryman, 66 of Latonia, KY passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 31, 2021. She was preceded in death by her Parents, Robert and Barbara Faehr; Sisters, Karen and Sharon.  Rose is survived by her Children, Glenn Kuhlman(Donna Russell), Chrissy Rogers, Amanda Kuhlman(Jason Barnhill) & Casey Kuhlman; Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren, Norma, Glenn, Cameron, Mario, Marcio,...

Jan 31, 2021

John L. Truitt, 90 of Villa Hills, KY passed away on January 31, 2021. He was the owner/operator of Truitt Roofing since 1954 when he joined the family business which was started in 1875.  He graduated from Beechwood High School in 1948 and the University of Kentucky in 1952. He proudly served in the United States Air Force and was...

Jan 27, 2021

Michael Widener, 37 of Newport, KY passed away on January 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by Grandparents, Laura & Palmer Shell and Charles Widener. He is survived by his Daughter, Taylor Sexton; Mother, Patricia Shell; Sisters, Chanta Shields, Crystal Shell, Azaria Shell and Jamie Robbins; Grandmother, Irene Widener; 14 nieces and nephews and 1 great niece. A...

Jan 27, 2021

Michael John Droege, 66 of Taylor Mill, KY passed away on January 27, 2021. He retired after 33 years with General Electric.  Michael was a gun enthusiast, enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He loved when the grandkids would come over and hang out in the pool.  He was a graduate of Covington Catholic.  Michael was preceded in death by...

Jan 27, 2021

Robert Ray Pierson, 85 of Latonia, KY passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 27, 2021.  He worked his entire career in the food industry. He attended Latonia Full Gospel Pentecostal Church and really loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  Robert was such a caring and friendly man to everyone.  He enjoyed collecting model cars of all makes...

Jan 26, 2021

Helen Louise Lehkamp, 90 of Alexandria, KY passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 26, 2021.  She had worked as the Deli Manager at IGA in Newport. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Jerry W. Lehkamp in 2014 and a Sister, Almeda Keys. Helen is survived by her Son, Todd (Nancy) Lehkamp; Grandchildren, Jenna Lehkamp and...