Obituaries

Nov 20, 2019

James Vertreese McQueary, 77, of Covington, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Hospice of St. Elizabeth in Edgewood.  He was born on February 20, 1942 in Casey County to the late Lee Otis and Nettie Knight McQueary.

At a young age, James went to work at his family’s sawmill business.  As an adult,...

Nov 19, 2019

Archie W. Newman, Jr. age 81 of Cold Spring, KY passed away on November 19, 2019 in Okeechobee, Florida. He had worked for many years at Gibson Greeting Card as a Printer. After that he operated with Jerome, his brother, the Alexandria Parkview Market.  He also was an Usher at Riverfront stadium and worked at Cincinnati Auto Auction as a...

Nov 19, 2019

92, of Florence, KY passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Born to the late Robert and Lillian Koors. Baldy enjoyed playing sports. He was in the Semi Pro Football League and enjoyed playing fast pitch softball and boxing. Baldy was inducted into the NKY Sports Hall of Fame and enjoyed “scalping tickets” to sporting events. He loved to travel,...

Nov 16, 2019

Carolyn Strasinger

84 of Covington, Kentucky passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019. She has been an active member of the First Baptist Church of Highland Heights for 55 years; serving as a Sunday School Teacher and volunteering in the church kitchen. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 63 years Don Strasinger. She is also survived by...

Nov 14, 2019

Doreen Moscoe,

59 of Covington, KY passed away November 14, 2019. She was a loving mother and would do anything she could for you. Doreen is survived by her children Leacha Turner, Shawnda Moscoe (Mickey Mills), and Michelle Moscoe; grandchildren Tanya Casey, Natasha Casey, Jimmy Turner, John Casey, Samantha Henson, Dakota Henson, Angel Glisson, Heaven Glisson, Michael...

Nov 13, 2019

Patrick David Jones, 56 of Florence, KY, formerly of Taylor Mill, passed away Wednesday November 13, 2019. A visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Tuesday November 19, 2019 at 11am followed by a service at 1pm. Burial will take place at 2pm in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Condolences can be left at www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com. Donations can...

Nov 13, 2019

Vernon Robbins

89, of Florence, Kentucky passed away surround by his loving family on November 13, 2019. He was a US Army Veteran who served during the Korean Conflict; Vern enjoyed horse racing, golf, UK Basketball and bowling where he met wife of 59 years Ruth, who passed away November 7, 2019. Vern loyally worked for Ft....

Nov 11, 2019

C. Alan Willard,

57 of Florence, Kentucky passed away Monday, November 11, 2019. Alan was a Christian family man who enjoyed the mountains and making people laugh. He loved the University of Tennessee Football and all things “Orange”.  Alan is survived by his children Shelby Lynn Willard and Michael Travis “Mickey” Willard; girlfriend Jayne Schnelle-Stubbs; mother in...

Nov 7, 2019

Ruth A.Robbins of Florence, KY passed away surrounded by her family on November 7, 2019. She retired after 38 years with St. Elizabeth Physicians in Florence. She was an avid bowler, where she holds several championships on the county and state levels. Ruth loved spending time with her family, friends and her cat Mattie. She enjoyed spending time outdoors,...

Nov 7, 2019

Terry Clifford Southworth, 75, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019. He was a retired I.T. technician with Midland Guardian as well as Litton Industries. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Virginia Southworth. He is survived by his loving wife Sherry Southworth of 51 years, Son; Terry L. Southworth, Daughter; Tara (Claiborne) Ryle,...

Nov 7, 2019

Mihaly Weiland; 85 of Independence, KY passed away Thursday November 7, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY. Mihaly was born in Devecser, Hungary and helped over 1,200 people escape to America as a young man. He had many trades such as inventor, screen printer, butcher, TV store owner and photographer to name a few. He also liked...

Nov 6, 2019

Margaret Frances Hensley,

Passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019. Margaret loved and cherished her family. She was the matriarch and will be sorely missed.  She is survived by her husband of 56 years Avery Hensley. She is also survived by her son Ralph Scott; 8 grandchildren; 8great grandchildren and 17 great great grandchildren; many extended family and...

Nov 4, 2019

Bobby Gene Tackett, 91 of Highland Heights, KY, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday November 4, 2019. Bob was a decorated veteran of the Army, Airborne service and Marines, He was also a 50year member of the DAV. Bob was known for his quickwitted humor , doing crossword puzzles, and his love for his wife that he...

Nov 1, 2019

Sherry Kaye Miracle, 57 of Latonia, KY passed away November 1, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, KY.  She was preceded in death by her Parents, Larry Miracle and Ethel Bernice Davidson; Brother, Larry Wayne Miracle; Niece, Sarah Rene Perry. Sherry is survived by her Sister, Debbie Cook (Butch); Step-Father, Bobby Davidson; Niece, Kimberly Marie Miracle Atwood; Nephews, Larry Gene...

Oct 28, 2019

Nora Phillips, 89 of Florence, KY passed away on October 28, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was a member of Florence Baptist Temple and she loved watching Jeopardy.  She was preceded in death by her Husband, James Phillips; Nora is survived by her Children, Gary “Butch” Phillips (Patricia), James “Rick” Phillips (Ellen), Randy Phillips, Kenny Phillips, Denise Gabbard...

Oct 25, 2019

Ann Marie Hamilton, 44 of Hudson, Florida passed away on October 25, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her Father, Robert Miller and a Brother, Troy Miller. Ann Marie is survived by her Children, Jerry Miller, Reggie Hamilton, Mahlik Hamilton, Oaisa Hemingway, Samantha Pelcha & Mackenzie Watkins; Mother, Geraldine Miller; Loving Partner, Sonya Johnston;...

Oct 25, 2019

Vickie Watts

The daughter of the late George and Betty Kunkel May 19, 1958 passed away October 25, 2019. She was a 29-year member of Eagle Valley Camping Resort. Vickie enjoyed gardening, scrap booking, drawing and writing. She also enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 25 years Ronald...

Oct 21, 2019

Matthew Jeffrey Ray, 50 of Wilder, KY passed away on October 21, 2019. He was born in Pikeville, Ky and was raised in Michigan. He enjoyed watching movies, especially super hero movies.He also enjoyed drinking pepsi, loved his children dearly and had a heart of gold. Matthew was a Truck Driver for 25 years with Classic Express in Aurora,...

Oct 21, 2019

Larry R. Ishmael,

71, of Independence, Kentucky passed away Monday, October 21, 2019. He served in the US Army during Vietnam and was the recipient of a Bronze Star and a Bronze Star with Valor. Larry was a Life member of the Latonia VFW, National Riffle Association and Girl Scouts of the USA. He retired from Robke...

Oct 19, 2019

Lucile Huff, 83, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019 in Alexandria, KY.  She was born on July 20, 1936 in Stout, Adams County, OH to the late George and Elsie Ridout Rivers.  Lucile was a member of South Side Baptist Church in Covington, KY where she worked and volunteered for over thirty years.

Lucile is preceded...