Obituaries

Margaret Ellen O'Day

Margaret Ellen O'Day

Dec 10, 2025

Margaret Ellen O'Day, age 76, of Walton, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on December 10, 2025. Born on August 4, 1949, in Belleville, Illinois.

Margaret was preceded in death by her father, Vernon O'Day; her mother, Mildred Medley; her sister, Donna E. Grandon; her brother, Thomas O'Day; and her sister, Robin O'Day. She is survived by her siblings, Jeanette Reese; her brother,...

Donald Roger Niceley

Donald Roger Niceley

Dec 9, 2025

Donald Roger Niceley, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and respected member of the Erlanger community, passed away peacefully in his home on December 9, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 12, 1935, in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, Donald was known for his love of people and storytelling. He could talk for hours with anyone and made a lasting...

Ginny Knochelmann

Ginny Knochelmann

Dec 7, 2025

Ginny Knochelmann, (nee Rohan), age 88, of Ludlow, Kentucky passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born in Covington, Kentucky on April 8, 1937 to Thomas and Anna Elizabeth Rohan (nee Maloney.

When she was just 8 years old, Ginny’s mom suffered a stroke when leaving her 24 year old daughter’s funeral. This began Ginny’s life of caring for...

Tammy Marie Chestnut

Tammy Marie Chestnut

Dec 7, 2025

Tammy Marie Chestnut, a compassionate and wild spirit, left this world peacefully on December 7, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on January 28, 1968, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, Tammy embodied the virtues of dedication and kindness throughout her career as a nurse. She brought healing and care to those in need, all while maintaining her trademark sense of...

Linda Epperson

Linda Epperson

Dec 6, 2025

Linda Epperson, aged 82, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025. She was born on February 22, 1943, in Williamstown, Kentucky, to Orla and Emma Epperson (née Odor).

Linda is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Orla and Emma Epperson. She is survived by her dear friend, Rick Lane, along with a multitude of family members...

Ronald Pennington

Ronald Pennington

Dec 5, 2025

Ronald Pennington, aged 80, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on December 5, 2025. Born on July 3, 1945, in Cincinnati, he was the son of Eber Pennington and Cuba (nee Hall).

Ronald is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 40 years, Judith Pennington (nee Schneider), his brother Rod Pennington, his cherished dog Dillon, and numerous family members and friends who...

Charles C. Saddler III

Charles C. Saddler III

Dec 5, 2025

Charles C. Saddler III, age 69, of Erlanger, Kentucky, passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born on September 21, 1956, in Abilene, Texas, to Charles Clark and Virginia Anne Saddler (nee Berg).

Charles is preceded in death by his father, Charles Clark Saddler, Jr., and his mother, Virginia Anne Saddler. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lynne Marie...

Theresa Ann Perry

Theresa Ann Perry

Dec 4, 2025

Theresa Ann Perry, lovingly known as Terri, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, at the age of 77 in Edgewood, Kentucky. Born on September 22, 1948, in the charming town of Frankfort, Kentucky.  She graduated from Pendleton County High School in 1966 and immediately went to work for Cincinnati Bell. Upon retirement, Terri work for and retired from AT&T....

Dennis Ross Shattuck

Dennis Ross Shattuck

Dec 3, 2025

Dennis Ross Shattuck, a man of distinction and dedication, was born on December 3, 1941, in Mount Clemons, Michigan. He departed this life on December 3, 2025, in Burlington, Kentucky, leaving behind a legacy of love, determination, and craftsmanship.

Throughout his life, Dennis exemplified a personality characterized by his attention to detail and unwavering determination. As a stoic perfectionist, he faced...

Charles R. Vitatoe Sr.

Charles R. Vitatoe Sr.

Dec 3, 2025

Charles R. Vitatoe, age 74, of Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully passed away on December 3, 2025. Born in Kenvir, Kentucky, on July 23, 1951, he was the cherished son of Marvin and Lorene Vitatoe (nee Harding).

Charles was preceded in death by his beloved father, Marvin Vitatoe; his dear mother, Lorene Vitatoe; and his son, Brandon Vitatoe. He is survived by his...

Christian M. Rhymer

Christian M. Rhymer

Dec 2, 2025

Christian Rhymer, 28, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away on December 2, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, surrounded by the love of his family, his life partner, friends, and all those closest to him.

He was the same bright, steady soul from the time he was a child to the day he left this world. That rare spirit — the humor, the stubborn...

William Perry Hines

William Perry Hines

Dec 2, 2025

William Perry Hines, affectionately known as Perry, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, at the age of 69 in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he was born on April 8, 1956.

Perry is survived by his daughter, Katie Clagg, and his son, William Hines and his grandson, Peter Sage Smyrichinsky IV. He is also survived by his siblings, including his sister Sherrie...

Charles Stanley Tanner

Charles Stanley Tanner

Dec 1, 2025

Charles Tanner passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1st, surrounded by the love of family and friends. After a long stay in the hospital and skilled nursing facility, he quietly slipped away to rest.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Frank Tanner and Virginia Lee Tanner, and by his dear son, Gary Wayne Tanner. He is survived by...

Hazel Marie Goins

Hazel Marie Goins

Nov 30, 2025

Hazel Marie Goins, age 87, of Crittenden, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Born at home, under the care of a midwife, in Corbin, Kentucky on January 7, 1938.

Hazel was preceded in death by parents, James and Nora Hensley (nee Golden) husband, Omer Goins; and grandson, Jimmy Petrey. She is survived by children; Cecil (Patty Ballinger) Goins, Kathy...

William J. Allen

William J. Allen

Nov 30, 2025

William Joseph Allen

November 23, 1963-November 30, 2025

In loving memory of William “Bill” Joseph Allen, also known as Billy Joe by his family of Walton, KY. From a large family, he is survived by his brothers Kevin Allen and Steve Allen; sister Mary Allen Staat; nieces Laura (nee Serbantez) Treadway, Jennifer Westwood, Angie Schaaf, Stephanie Wallace, Melanie Hazlewood, Emily Pocsatko and...

Shelia Lee Robinson

Shelia Lee Robinson

Nov 28, 2025

On November 28th, 2025, the world lost a true public servant. Shelia Martin Robinson spent the majority of her 80 years on this earth as a caregiver to everyone she met – loved ones and strangers alike. The hardest part of the end of her journey was to allow others to care for her, as she was so very used...

Scott Andrew Thompson

Scott Andrew Thompson

Nov 28, 2025

Scott Andrew Thompson, age 50, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1975, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to Ron Wissman and Mary Jane Wessel (nee Thompson).

Scott is preceded in death by his father, Ron Wissman, and his mother, Mary Jane Wessel. He is lovingly remembered by his son, Micah Dillow, and...

Ronald L. Poole

Ronald L. Poole

Nov 28, 2025

Ronald L. Poole, age 84, of Florence, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025. Born on January 3, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Ronald was preceded in death by his father, Francis Poole; his mother, Katherine Poole; and his sister, Donna J. Helmig. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Sandra J. Poole (nee Denny); his son,...

David Howard Nease

David Howard Nease

Nov 26, 2025

David Howard Nease, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Erlanger, Kentucky. Born on April 14, 1954, in Cincinnati, Ohio, David was known for his vibrant personality and infectious sense of humor that brought joy to those around him.

Throughout his life, David embraced the open road, fulfilling his role as a dedicated truck driver. His passion for the outdoors was...

Davis Marcus

Davis Marcus

Nov 25, 2025

Marcus Davis, also known as the "General" aged 58, of Norwood, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 12, 1967, to Clarence Jones and Vivan Brunson (née Davis).

A Funeral Service originally scheduled on December 12, 2025, will now be rescheduled at the convivence of family.  

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