Obituaries

Jackie Swartz

Jackie Swartz

May 21, 2015

Jackie Allen Swartz, 84, of Independence, died May 21 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood after a short illness. Mr. Swartz was a barber in Covington for 60 years, working first with his father, Rankins, and later by himself in the Swartz Barber Shop. The business was in two locations on Washington Street and more recently on Pike Street. He...

Edna Ross

Edna Ross

May 15, 2015

Edna Ross nee McCormick, 99 of Covington, Kentucky passed away Friday, May 15, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center, Edgewood, Kentucky. She was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her family. Edna is preceded in death by her husband James Ross. She is survived by her children James E. (Donna) Ross of Warsaw, KY,...

Betty Gross

Betty Gross

May 14, 2015

Betty J. Gross of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, May 14 at her Residence. She was a Homemaker and Mother to 3 Sons and 3 Daughters. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, Joe & Ruth Cummins. She is survived by her loving Husband, Robert Gross, Daughters; Patricia (Tom) Lightner, Rita (Jim) Massie, and Robin (Robert) Muterspaugh, Sons;...

Alva Brown

Alva Brown

May 14, 2015

Alva Mae Brown, 77 of Florence, Kentucky passed away Thursday, May 14, 2015 at her home. She enjoyed life and loved her grandchildren. Alva is survived by her husband Jerry Brown. She is also survived by her children Jerry (Jan) Brown of Longwood, FL, Steve (Theresia) Brown of Florence, KY and Diane (Dave) Gillotte, of Erlanger, KY; grandchildren Jeremy, Stephanie,...

Bernice Hamlin

Bernice Hamlin

May 13, 2015

Bernice Hamlin of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky. She worked at Booth Hospital as a Surgical Assistant and Garrard Street Nursing Home before leaving to become a Homemaker and be the best Mother to her 3 sons. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents, Hurstle and Truey Stephens,...

Linda Gresham

Linda Gresham

May 10, 2015

Linda Rose Gresham, 59 of Erlanger, Kentucky, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Edgewood, Kentucky. She is retired from Dana Corporation. Linda was a very athletic person who liked to bowl and play softball, but most of all she enjoyed time with her family. She is preceded in death by her husband James R. Gresham...

Patsy Gross

Patsy Gross

May 9, 2015

Patsy Gross, 61, of Crittenden, Kentucky passed away May 9, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Edgewood, Kentucky. She worked for Sabatasso Foods. Patsy enjoyed fishing, hiking and being outdoors but her biggest joy was spending time with her family. She is preceded in death by her son Richard Burchett. Patsy is survived by her daughters Margaret Tate of Chatsworth,...

Edward Weiss

Edward Weiss

May 8, 2015

Edward Weiss, 67 of Ft. Wright, Kentucky passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015. He was retired from the US Postal Service where he was the Post Master for the Melbourne Post Office and a Veteran of the US Army where he served during the Vietnam Conflict. Ed was an active member of the Hills of Kentucky Dulcimers and a...

Donald Dixon

Donald Dixon

May 7, 2015

Donald Dixon, 82 of Covington, Kentucky passed away Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Villa Springs Care Center. He was retired from Turfway Park Race Track and a US Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. Donald was a Masonic Lodge Member and a Kentucky Colonel. He is preceded in death by his wife Dee Dixon. Donald is survived by...

Roy Pflugh

Roy Pflugh

May 6, 2015

Roy Pflugh, 60 of Erlanger, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at his home. He was employed by LSI Industries of Erlanger, KY. Roy enjoyed playing sports, reading and was an avid history buff. He is preceded in death by his parents Donald and Mary Pflugh. Roy is survived by his wife Ella Pflugh. He is also survived by...

Joyce Elam

Joyce Elam

Apr 30, 2015

Joyce Elam, 54 of Covington, Kentucky passed away April 30, 2015. She is preceded in death by her mother Dora Hicks and brother Donnie Hicks. Joyce is survived by her daughters Mandy Turner of Cold Spring, KY, Marilyn turner of Walton, KY and Ayla Scott of Florence, KY; grand children Tyler, Anthony, Jonathan, Silver, Alyssa and Adelyn; sister Norma Barns;...

John Rogers Sr

John Rogers Sr

Apr 27, 2015

John Wayne Rogers Sr. 72 of Taylor Mill, KY passed away Monday, April 27, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Edgewood, KY. He was an avid bowler and loved watching movies. John is preceded in death by his parents Ben and Alli Rogers and brother Bill Rogers. He is survived by his children John W. (wife Marlene) Rogers Jr., Robin...

Stephen Cestaric

Stephen Cestaric

Apr 24, 2015

Stephen J. Cestaric Born 1947, from Long Beach, California and the world, passed away at his home in Florence, KY on April 24, 2015. A Veteran of the AirForce and retired pilot, Steve was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Dorothy Cestaric. He is survived by his twin sister, three brothers, son, daughter and 5 grandchildren. Loved by...

Rita Moss

Rita Moss

Apr 19, 2015

Rita Moss 77 of Taylor Mill, Kentucky passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Rita was a member of the Highland Hills Baptist Church and currently was attending the Church of Christ of Alexandria. She was a graduate of Simon Kenton High School and a member of the Avion Travel Club. Rita worked for Commercial Credit...

Robert Sanning Sr

Robert Sanning Sr

Apr 17, 2015

Robert "Bob" Sanning, 78 of Taylor Mill, Kentucky passed away Friday, April 17, 2015 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. He was the owner of S & S Sheet Metal and retired after 50 years in the industry. Bob was a member of the Romeo Club at McDonalds in Latonia. He is preceded in death by his by his brothers Donald...

Matthew Roberts

Matthew Roberts

Apr 17, 2015

Matthew Keith Roberts, 29 Devoted and loving father to two, Carter Keith and Callie Lynn Michelle Roberts, passed away at home, in Taylor Mill, Friday April 17, 2015. He was a 2004 graduate of Scott High School. Matthew was a loving, tenderhearted man with a polite demeanor and a friendly smile. His favorite in life was family, his children and...

Kerry Forrester

Kerry Forrester

Apr 15, 2015

Kerry W. Forrester, 65 of Butler, KY passed away on April 15, 2015 at Bridgepoint Nursing Home in Florence, KY. He was preceded in death by his Parents: James A. Forrester and Bessie Chapman Forrester. Kerry is survived by his Sisters: Kay McQueary and Suzanne Matisak; Brothers: Joseph Forrester, Mark Forrester, Bobby Forrester and Steven Forrester; Several Nieces and Nephews...

Jerry Treadway

Jerry Treadway

Apr 13, 2015

Jerry Wayne Treadway age 73 passed on April 13, 2015. Jerry was born July 7, 1941 in Corbin, KY and resided in Walton, KY. He was a self employed dry wall hanger. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents Wood and Ruby Treadway and his brother Ronnie. Jerry is survived by his wife Barbara and son Clinton Treadway of...

Mary Bube

Mary Bube

Apr 9, 2015

Mary Jo Bube, 68 of Newport, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Mary enjoyed spending time with her friends, family and adored her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her step-father and mother. Mary is survived by her husband Jay Bube; children Melissa (Tom) Price, Misti (Mike) Barnhorn, Jamie (Heather) Bube and Jason...

Jennifer Back

Jennifer Back

Apr 5, 2015

Jennifer Kathleen "Kathy" Back, 37 of Verona, KY passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2015 at her home. She was born on January 7, 1978 in Liberty, KY to Colleen Rowland and Walter Stiemetz. She leaves behind her Husband of 18 years, Gregory Back and 3 Children: Caylin 17, Matthew 8 and Liam 3,; 3 Step Children: Rebecca & Samuel...

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