Obituaries

Apr 10, 2018

Dora Melhorn, 79 of Crestview Hills, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at St Elizabeth Medical Center. A proud Kentucky Colonel, Dora enjoyed crossword puzzles and computer games. She is preceded in death by her son Kevin Foley. Dora is survived by her husband of 30 years Tim Melhorn. She is also survived by her children Kimberly (Thomas) Knox,...

Apr 8, 2018

Steven Grooms, 55 of Covington, Kentucky passed away on April 8, 2018 at St Elizabeth Covington. He was born on October 25, 1962 to the late Paul Grooms and Josephine Smith. Steven was a truck driver who enjoyed helping his family and friends. He was an artist who loved to draw, he was a huge Star Trek enthusiast, he enjoyed...

Apr 8, 2018

Shirley Simms, 68 of Latonia, Kentucky passed away Sunday, April 8, 2018 at Florence Park Care Center. She is survived by her children Dawn (Patrick) Newland, Angela (Kenneth) Stargell and Rich Foster; grandchildren Kayla, Kenneth Jr., Ryleigh and Isabella; great grandchild Gavin. A Memorial Gathering will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Friday, April 13, 2018 from 5pm...

Apr 8, 2018

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Paul D. Hensley, 79, of Visalia, Kentucky, on April 8, 2018 in his home. Paul was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be greatly missed. He was retired from Archible Electric. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Starling and Minnie Hensley; brothers Earl, Robert...

Apr 3, 2018

Franklin R. Hartley, 47, of Independence, Kentucky passed away very unexpectedly on April 3, 2018. He was born on April 12, 1970 to the late Franklin R. and Martha J. Hartley, Sr. On April 30, 1999 he married Deborah Robinson and she survives. Franklin was employed by the IRS as a Contact Representative and he enjoyed working on cars. The...

Apr 1, 2018

Elisha "Ace" Combs, Of Newport, Kentucky passed away April 1, 2018 at Meadowbrook Care Center. A Visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Friday, April 6, 2018 from 12pm until 2pm. Burial will follow in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Please leave online condolences at www.floralhillsmemorialgardens.com

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Apr 1, 2018

Vernon Corner, Age 91 of Southgate, Kentucky passed away April 1, 2018 at The Seasons of Alexandria. He retired from Western Electric Company. Vernon served in the US Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his children Brenda (Jim) Elliott, Greg (Shaunna) Corner, Ty (LaVonda) Corner, Lisa (Gary) Morgan, and Dawna (Jeff) Haupt: 14 grandchildren; 16...

Mar 31, 2018

Carol Ann Murphy, 45 of Florence, KY formerly of Taylor Mill, KY passed away on March 31, 2018 in the Dominican due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She enjoyed traveling to the Dominican Republic and had a passion for their culture and Latin dancing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Murphy & JoAnn Rothfuss Murphy;and...

Mar 31, 2018

Mark Mockbee, Of Silver Grove, Kentucky passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice. He was born on April 25, 1964 to Colvert and Donna Mockbee, who survive him. Mark was a Craftsman who owned and operated Aim Construction Company. He attended Cornerstone Christian Church, where memorial contributions may be made. Mark is also survived by his children...

Mar 29, 2018

Jerry L. Brown, 84, of Florence, Kentucky passed away at home on March 29, 2018 with his loving family by his side. He was born January 4, 1934 to the late Hershel and Hazel Brown. In 1955 he married Alva Collins and she preceded him in death in 2015. To their union was born three children: Jerry Lee (Janice) Brown,...

Mar 27, 2018

Michael John McLaughlin, 70, of Independence, Kentucky passed away on March 27, 2018 at St Elizabeth Hospice surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 4, 1947 to the late John Matthew and June Elizabeth McLaughlin. On October 31, 2017 he married Ellen Blackburn. Michael retired from the Cincinnati Police Department after 27 years of service. He then...

Mar 26, 2018

Remington Grace Flynn, Born on December 12, 2017 to Anthony Flynn and Morgan Brightwell, passed away Monday, March 26, 2018. In addition to her parents she is survived by her brothers Connor Brightwell and Anthony Flynn, Jr.; sister Ember Brightwell; maternal grandparents Tina Nevils and Lenny O'Connor; paternal grandparents Della Flynn and William (Samantha) Flynn; maternal great grandparents John Nevils...

Mar 26, 2018

Lorraine M. Daniel, 58, of Florence, Kentucky passed away on March 26, 2018 at Bridgepoint Center, Florence, Kentucky. She was born on September 12, 1959 to the late Frederick and Bernadette Daniel. Lorraine is survived by her brothers Robert (Sharon) Daniel and Frederick Daniel; sister Carol Daniel Kreinbrink; nieces and nephews Jennifer (David) Kreinbrink Schrappe, Theresa (Sgt. Phillip) Kreinbrink Pennington,...

Mar 25, 2018

Violet Dougherty, 89, of Independence, Kentucky passed away on March 25, 2018 at The Season's of Alexandria. She was born on December 20, 1928 to the late Otto and Ada Klaus. Violet married John Dougherty and he preceded her in death in 1969. Violet was a loving caregiver who enjoyed working in the yard. She attended New Beginnings Community Church....

Mar 25, 2018

James Jeffrey Petrey, 53, passed away on March 25, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood. On September 6, 1964, he was born to the late James and Loretta Petrey. James married Barbara Frost and she survives. James is also survived by his children Eddie Cook, James Martin, Jr., Harley Petrey, Tiffney Martin; 9 grandchildren; sisters Jennifer Gann and Sandra Leopold....

Mar 23, 2018

Luke Farley, Of Walton, Kentucky formerly of Newport, Kentucky went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2018. He was born on December 11, 1951 to the late Joe Farley and Georgia Clayton Farley who survives him. Luke was a member of Community Family Church. A Visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 28,...

Mar 23, 2018

Sarah Grace Mills, 31 of Newport, Kentucky went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 23, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. She was at home, on hospice, surrounded by loving family and friends. Sarah leaves behind her cherished daughters, Hannah Hacker and Ashlynn Mays; her beloved mother, Sheila Bell; and her dearest brother, Jason (Dawn) Bell. Her...

Mar 22, 2018

Jacob J Troyer, of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2018. He was born on December 19, 1946 to the late Joni and Verna Troyer in Holmes County, Ohio. Jacob married his best friend Ruthie Glover in 1972, she survives him. He is retired from Florence Park Care Center where he worked as a Nurse's Aide for over...

Mar 16, 2018

Joyce Battaglia, 75, of Union, Kentucky passed away on March 16, 2018 at St. Elizabeth, Florence. She was born May 12, 1942 to the late Amer Allen and Viola Penick. On June 30, 1973 Joyce married Joseph Battaglia who survives. Joyce was a very talented seamstress who owned and operated her own business. She enjoyed interior decorating as well as...

Mar 8, 2018

Retha V. Floyd, 81, of Latonia, Kentucky went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2018. She was a member of Latonia Baptist Church. Retha enjoyed sitting on her porch talking to people who passed by. A Visitation will be held at Floral Hills Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 from 11am until time of Funeral Service at...