Obituaries

Jan 6, 2020

Michael Edward Dechow,

28 of North Bend, OH passed away on January 6, 2020 when he was involved in a motorcycle accident. Mike was an artist, mechanic, and dirt bike and motorcycle enthusiast. Mike was the father of Michael James Dechow. He was the son of Karen Lynn Boland and John Paul Boland and the brother of...

Jan 5, 2020

Wilmoth Kincer, 79 of Erlanger, KY passed away on January 5, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY.  He retired from CSX after 30 plus years of service.  He was a member of Community Family Church. Wilmoth loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening.  He was preceded in death by his Wife, Ella Faye Kincer; a Daughter, Angela Kay Zimmerman; Parents, George and...

Jan 5, 2020

C. Wayne Acuff, 67, of Visalia, Ky., passed peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, January 5.  Wayne was a retired sprinklerfitter from Local 669, retired pipefitter from Local 392 and US Army Veteran.  Always an avid fisherman, hunter, car builder, and drag racing enthusiast, his greatest pride was with his children and grandchildren.

Wayne...

Jan 1, 2020

John K. Threlkeld,

70 of Walton, Kentucky passed away on January 1, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky. John was preceded in death by his parents John Threlkeld and Helen Bennett; sister Karen Malott and brother James (J.T.) Threlkeld. John is survived by brothers Mike (Jeanie) Threlkeld, of Elsmere, David Threlkeld of Terra Haute and...

Dec 31, 2019

Juanita Elaine Kethman,

Passed away on Tuesday December 31, 2019. Juanita Elaine Kethman, loving mother, grandmother,and great-grandmother was 77 years of age.

Juanita Elaine was born on September 24, 1942 to Dorrels Smith and William B. Kemper. She was a homemaker for most of her adult life. When she wasn’t taking care of her own...

Dec 27, 2019

Eva C. Hardy,

83 of Ft. Thomas, Kentucky passed away Friday, December 27, 2019. She was a member of Goshen Christian Church and loved taking care of her family. Eva is survived by her son’s Phillip (Dottie) Hardy, David (Kati) Hardy, John (Grace) Hardy, Mark (Carissa) Hardy and Michael (Dominica) Hardy; 26 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; sister...

Dec 27, 2019

David Roland,

61 of Independence, Kentucky passed away Friday, December 27, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. After 31 years of service he retired from GE and was also the owner of Independence Skateway. He was a parishioner of St. Matthews Catholic Church. David loved his family, his farm and his donkeys. He is survived...

Dec 25, 2019

Laura M. Johnson,

78 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Laura enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, who will deeply miss her. She is survived by her children Phyllis (Mark) Johnson, Harold (Leslie) Johnson, Donald (Sharon) Johnson and Michelle Johnson; step son Jonathan (Melanie) Johnson; grandchildren Michael, Zach, Jace, Amanda and Nicholas;...

Dec 25, 2019

Carol Ann Funk,

66, of Ft. Wright, Kentucky passed away December 25, 2019. She served in the US Army and was a member of the American Legion. Carol worked for Mitchell Sand Blasting and Paint. She is survived by her son Michael Eager; grandchildren Shannon and Anna Eager; mother Rosita (Donald) Jones; brothers LeRoy (Deborah) Lunsford and...

Dec 24, 2019

Caleb Haven, 18 of Covington, KY passed away on December 24, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. Caleb knew at a very young age that he wanted to become a Police Officer, and dedicated himself entirely to the Explorer Program with the Independence Police Department.  He was with the program for 4 years and was recently sworn in...

Dec 24, 2019

Amy Lynn Landrum Perkins

35 of Bromley, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019. She is survived by her mother Karen Landrum of Bromley, KY; sister and brother in law Jennifer and Phil Pointer of Lakeside Park, KY; grandfather Paul K. Landrum of Union, KY; many extended family members and friends. Amy is preceded in death by...

Dec 23, 2019

Shirley Davidson,

74 of Bellevue, Kentucky passed away December 23, 2019. She was an avid bowler and card player. But mostly Shirley loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her children Elizabeth Merrill, Cindy (Kevin) Kelly and W. Reece (Susan) Bennett; grandchildren Laura, Heather, Ryan, Scott, Chad, Katey, Amanda, Jessica, Melissa and Chris; great...

Dec 22, 2019

Sarah Frommeyer,

33 of Newport, KY passed away Sunday, December 22, 2019. A Visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Monday, December 30, 2019 from 5pm until time of Funeral Service at 6:30pm. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Please leave online condolences at www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com

Dec 21, 2019

Sheila Kay Vires

60, Of Independence, Kentucky passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019. Sheila was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She is survived by her husband of 38 years together 45, Wade Vires; her children, Jamie Vires and Carrie Vires; her grandchildren, Marcus and Kendall; her siblings, Jerry, Richard,...

Dec 16, 2019

Carol Jane Riffle (nee:Lindsey)

86, Of Covington, Kentucky, passed away Monday, December 16, 2019. Carol was a retired Bursar from Thomas More College and a former member of Covington Moose Lodge. She loved playing bingo, watching UK basketball and spending time with her family. Carol is survived by her children Jeffery Lynn Riffle (Diane), Lloyd Scott Riffle...

Dec 10, 2019

Aline Hudson,

96 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019. She attended Community Family Church when she was able. Aline enjoyed flea marketing, dancing and her animals. She is survived by her children Charles A. Beavers (Linda), Bobby A. Beavers (Pat) and Tangy A. Pinkham (Charlie); grandchildren Dawn, Allura, Brandon, Erin, Jessie, Jon, Timmy, Michael,...

Dec 8, 2019

Gary Nelson Girdler,

71 of Bellevue, Kentucky passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019. He enjoyed fishing and spending countless hours with his grandchildren. Gary was an extremely hard-working man retiring from Hillshire Farm. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Barbara L. Girdler; children Brenda Sceifres and Merry Cunning; 4 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; siblings...

Dec 5, 2019

Rebecca Hoppe,

78 of Independence, Kentucky passed away December 5, 2019. She was a Nurse at the VA Medical Center for over 17 years and enjoyed selling Avon in her spare time. Rebecca loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her children Susan (Donald) Whalen, Brian Perkins and Ronald (Amanda Cooper) Hoppe; grandchildren Leah,...

Dec 3, 2019

Wanda D. Dressing,

92, of Salisbury, North Carolina formerly of Covington, Kentucky passed away December 3, 2019. A Visitation will be at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 10am until time of Funeral Service at 12pm. Burial will immediately follow in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Please visit www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com to leave online condolences.

Nov 29, 2019

Mary “Lou” Cox

81 of Latonia, Kentucky passed away Friday, November 29, 2019. Lou was born and raised in Lee County, Virginia to the late Clarence Cooper and Rosalee Chandler. She was a faithful member of Lighthouse Ministries and enjoyed flower gardening. Lou is survived by her children Larry (Leslie) Cristello, Gary (Tracy) Cristello, Sherry Cox, Jamie...