Obituaries

Mar 9, 2019

Miley Candace Martin, 52, of Falmouth, Kentucky passed away on March 9, 2019 at Gallatin Nursing and Rehab Center.  She was born in Covington, Kentucky on February 16, 1967 to the late Michael Martin and Phyllis Wright.  She was a devoted Bengals fan who loved westerns.

Miley is survived by her husband Jerry Leazer; children Kiley Martin,...

Mar 9, 2019

Douglas Fultz, 53, of Covington, Kentucky passed away on March 9, 2019. Doug was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He had many friends that he considered brothers and sisters. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Doug is survived by his wife Glenda; sons Josh and Douglas; grandchildren...

Mar 8, 2019

Betty Sicking,

93 of Florence, Kentucky formerly of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away Friday, March 8, 2019. She retired from Lazarus Department Store. Betty started her retail career at Shillito’s Department Store in Western Hills. She is preceded in death by her loving husband John Sicking and grandchildren Jason and Julia Howland. Betty is survived by her daughter...

Mar 7, 2019

Dorothy Lykins,88, of Cape Canaveral, Florida, formerly of Florence, Kentucky, passed away on March 7, 2019.  She was born in Covington, Kentucky on January 2, 1931 to the late Herman and Lenora Freimuth.  On January 24, 1948 she married Donald Lykins and he preceded her in death.  Dorothy’s family was very important to her and she loved having them...

Mar 5, 2019

Shane Michael Ward

22 of Crescent Springs, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019. He was a 2014 graduate of Holmes High School and worked in sales and marketing for JM Roofing. Shane was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Gerri Ward.  He is survived by his mother Pamela Benge; father Michael (Jessie) Ruccio; maternal grandmother...

Feb 28, 2019

LeRoy Ferguson, 87, of Falmouth, Kentucky passed away on February 28, 2019 in River Valley Nursing Home.  A visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 11:30 am until time of graveside service at 12 pm.  Burial will take place in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.  To leave online condolences, please visit www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com...

Feb 26, 2019

Judith Ann Reynolds, 61, of Independence, Kentucky passed away on February 26, 2019 at St Elizabeth, Edgewood.  She was born in Covington, Kentucky on September 7, 1957 to the late Lawrence and Laura Reimer.  On November 18, 1977, Judith married Danny Reynolds and he survives.  Judith enjoyed reading, traveling, softball and volleyball.  Her greatest joy was found in spending...

Feb 19, 2019

Ed Daugherty, 86, of Covington, passed away peacefully on February 19,, 2019.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 4 and served in the US Army during the Korean War, earning a Purple Heart.  He retired from the IRS as a Tax Examiner and was an avid fan of UK basketball, the Cincinnati Reds and anything horse...

Feb 18, 2019

Betty Spaulding, 92, of Newport, Kentucky passed away at St Elizabeth, Ft Thomas.  Betty was a world traveler who enjoyed family genealogy, gardening, playing Solitaire and watching Steve Harvey.  She was the owner operator of Poate-Edward Florist, Newport.  Betty was preceded in death by her husband Okey Spaulding, Sr. and her son in law Ray Precht.  She is survived...

Feb 18, 2019

Martha Ann Dryden

72 of Florence, Kentucky passed away Monday, February 18, 2019. Marti was a member of Mothers of Special Children, Rosie Red Organization, Mt Carmel Baptist Church and loved spending time with her family whom she adored. She is survived by her children Sarah (James) Ernest and Josh (Kelley) Dryden; grandson Owen Ernest; sister Sandra...

Feb 17, 2019

Brenda Ann Wells, 64, of Coldspring, Kentucky passed away on February 17, 2019 in her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on July 5, 1954 to the late William and Mary Lou Johnson.  Brenda was a caring, compassionate person who was most interested in caring for others.  She had been a fighter for many years, overcoming...

Feb 16, 2019

Theresia “Teri” Brockman (nee Etinger) passed away peacefully in her home on February 16, 2019.  She leaves behind her husband Edward Brockman; daughters Debi DeBellevue and Allyson Marsh; sisters Kathy, Anna, Stephania, Juli, Eugenia and Beth; brothers Constantine and John; grandchildren Izabella, Azelynn and Nic; granddog Teddy Bear; step children Mark and Debbie Brockman; step grandchildren Adelyn, Gannon and...

Feb 15, 2019

Carlos “Max” Burton, 78, of Hebron, Kentucky passed away in his home under the care of hospice on February 15, 2019.  He was born on September 23, 1940 to the late Wilmer and Hester Burton.  On November 1, 1976 he married Ruby Maxwell and she survives.  Max loved his church and family, and he adored      his wife and caregiver...

Feb 14, 2019

Vannie Beard III, 69, of Warsaw, Kentucky passed away on February 14, 2019 at St Elizabeth, Florence.  He was born on March 11, 1949 to the late Vannie, Jr and Betty Lou Beard.  On March 14, 1975, Vannie married the love of his life Margaret Ridner and she survives.

Vannie served his country in the United States...

Feb 14, 2019

Patricia L. Schlasinger

70 of Covington, Kentucky passed away Thursday, February 14, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. She worked for TSA as an agent for 4 years and lovingly fostered children for 15 years through the Medical Fragile Foster Care Program. She is survived by her children Mark and Catie Schlasinger; sister Barbara Caswell; brother Terry Lehmann;...

Feb 11, 2019

Mark R. Poole, 62 of Burlington, KY passed away on February 11, 2019. He had worked at Levi’s and Leugers Furniture. He was preceded in death by his Father, Michael Augustine Poole. Mark is survived by his Loving Wife, Kathy Cress Poole;  Son, Charles Raymond Poole;  Mother, Elizabeth Boitman Poole;  Siblings, Rosemary Diamond, Mildred Brookover, Michelle Garrison, Mike Poole,...

Feb 10, 2019

Gail (Minton) Parm, 71, of Newport, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at her home. She is survived by her children, Danny (Tessie) Minton, Gail (Mike) Flanigan and Candy Parm; her brothers, Pat (Janie) Minton and Mike Minton; grandchildren, Sky Herald, Garrette and Jacob Koeninger, and Ryan and Owen Flanigan; and several nieces and nephews. Gail was...

Feb 9, 2019

Mikiyla Gross,

12 years old of Bellevue, Kentucky passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Children’s Hospital. She attended Bellevue Middle School and enjoyed going to school activities and hanging out with her friends. Mikiyla looked forward to Friday Night Skating at Reca Roller Rink. She is survived by her mother Helen Gross; father Michael Whitt; paternal...

Feb 9, 2019

Robert William Porter, 90, of Wilder, Kentucky passed away peacefully at home on February 9, 2019.  He was born on November 29, 1928 to the late Gene and Edna Porter.  On June 12, 1947 he married Mary Margaret Torline and she preceded him in death in 2005.

Robert was a WWII veteran having served in the 82nd...

Feb 9, 2019

Gray Welch Grubbs, 62 of Latonia, KY passed away on February 9, 2019. He spent 35 years with GE and 9 years with Standard Aero as a welder. His passion was donating and supporting several organizations such as SAAP, Disabled American Veterans, Wounded Warriors, Boys Town and St. Jude Children’s Research.  Gray was a Graduate of Holmes High School...