Obituaries
Theresa Gwen Godby
Oct 4, 2026
Theresa Gwen Godby, née Lovelace, passed away on October 4, 2026, in Florence, Kentucky. She was born on December 24, 1951, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Theresa will be remembered as a simple, kind, and loving woman whose faith shaped her life. She was very faithful and loved attending church, where she found comfort and strength. She also enjoyed gardening, a quiet pleasure...
James Edward Lefker Sr.
Oct 3, 2026
Lefker, James Edward Sr., age 81, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 5, 1945 to the late Charles and Alice Mae Lefker (nee Wise).
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, George and Jack Lefker. James is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Lefker (nee Singleton);...
Joseph Calton Landry
Oct 3, 2026
Joseph Calton Landry passed away on October 3, 2026, in Florence, Kentucky. He was born on February 7, 1961, in Lafayette, Louisiana, a place that helped shape the Cajun roots he carried with him throughout his life.
Joseph built his life around the world of horses, working as a horse trainer and making horse racing a central part of his life....
Margaret Ann Lay
Oct 3, 2026
Margaret Ann Lay, of Florence, Kentucky, passed away on October 3, 2026, at the age of 75. She was born on August 17, 1951, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Margaret will be remembered for the warmth she brought to those around her and for the joy she found in life’s simple beauties. She loved fall, and took special delight in watching the leaves...
Carlene Paige Kuzelka
Oct 3, 2026
Carlene Paige Kuzelka, lovingly known as Paige, passed away on October 3, 2026, in Independence, Kentucky. She was born on April 25, 1962, in Winston Salem, North Carolina.
Paige will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister whose care for others shaped both her family life and her professional life. For many years, she served as a director...
Robert Lee Prather
Oct 2, 2026
Robert Lee Prather, lovingly known as Bob, passed away on October 2, 2026, in Edgewood, Kentucky, at the age of 83. He was born on December 29, 1942, in Somerset, Kentucky.
Bob will be remembered as a colorful storyteller whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and personality to every gathering. He loved boating and enjoyed going to the beach, finding happiness in...
Virgil L. Mallicoat
Oct 2, 2026
Virgil L. Mallicoat, aged 64, of Williamstown, Kentucky, passed away on October 2, 2026. Born on February 4, 1962, in Covington, Kentucky, he was the beloved son of Lillie Mae Mallicoat (née McDaniel) and the late Virgil L. Mallicoat, Sr.
Preceded in death by his father and sister, Callie A. Mallicoat, Virgil is remembered fondly by his mother, Lillie Mae; daughter,...
Charles W. Osborne
Oct 1, 2026
Charles W. Osborne, of Florence, Kentucky, passed away on October 1, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on October 22, 1949, in Covington, Kentucky.
Charles will be remembered as a man who loved people and found joy in the simple pleasures that brought others together. For many years, he had a booth at the Richwood Flea Market, where...
Vickie Freel
Sep 29, 2026
Vickie Freel, 77, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Born in Cincinnati on February 24, 1949, she was the beloved daughter of Roy and Virginia Veth (née Eger).
Vickie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Joseph Freel. She is survived by her sons, Daniel (Sandy) Kelley and Shawn Kelley; her sisters, JoAnne Meyer...
Roslyn Luke
Sep 26, 2026
Luke, Roslyn age 66, of Forest Park, Ohio passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026. She was born in Covington, Kentucky on July 14, 1960 to the late James and Vivian Marie (nee Alderson) Luke.
Loving mother of Jonathan Luke, Tasha Luke, Alysia Luke, Amber Luke, Tia Smith, Tara Luke, Terri Luke and the late Jamie Smith Sr. Cherished grandmother of...
Thomas W. Hall
Sep 25, 2026
Thomas W. Hall, 32, of Crescent Springs, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026. Born on December 28, 1993, in Erlanger, Kentucky, he was the beloved son of Thomas and Anne M. Hall (nee Cundiff).
Thomas is lovingly remembered by his father, Thomas Hall, Jr.; mother, Anne M. Hall; sons, Dominick, Ryder, Thomas, and Memphis Hall; daughter, Lyla Hall; brothers,...
Barbara A. Proctor
Sep 24, 2026
Barbara A. Proctor age 91, of Florence, Kentucky passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026. She was born in Eastern Kentucky to Herbert and Sarah M.. Combs (nee Jones).
She was preceded in death by her Father, Herbert Combs, Mother, Sarah M.. Combs, Husband, Waldo Proctor, Brothers, Tommy Combs and Clyde Combs.
Barbara is survived by her Sister, Margie (Bill) Tuttle, Brother,...
Tom M. Patterson
Sep 24, 2026
Tom M. Patterson, age 75, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Born in Davenport, Iowa, on July 24, 1951, to John and Margaret Patterson (née Fridley), Tom leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter.
Preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Bob Patterson. Tom's memory is cherished by his devoted wife of 54...
Robert Arthur Hay
Sep 23, 2026
Robert Arthur Hay, known to many as Rob, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2026, in Beckley, West Virginia. He was born on June 5, 1964, in Ashland, Kentucky. His passing leaves a deep sorrow in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Rob was a man who was always smiling, and that warm spirit made him loved by...
Michael George Billow
Sep 23, 2026
Michael George Billow, of Burlington, Kentucky, passed away on September 23, 2026, at the age of 78. He was born on April 14, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Mike lived a life defined by devotion to family, steady character, and deep appreciation for the world around him. A graduate of Elder High School, he went on to build a long and respected...
Verona McMillen
Sep 21, 2026
Verona Willene McMillen, age 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on September 21, 2026. Born on September 28, 1960, in Mariemont, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Vernon Keith and Clarine Bertha Hill.
Verona is lovingly remembered by her husband, Donald E. McMillen; her sister, Veronica Ruther, and brother-in-law Dan; her children, Michael Campbell and wife Melissa, Matthew Campbell, Tammi...
Lois Ann Smith
Sep 21, 2026
Smith, Lois Ann age 89, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 7, 1937 to the late Ralph and Clarice Beneking (nee Shenz).
Lois is preceded in death by her husband, William Smith, Sr. and her grandson Derek. She is survived by her children, Leslie (Michael) Miller, William Smith, Jr.,...
Henry V. Makie
Sep 20, 2026
Henry V. Makie, aged 86, of Florence, Kentucky, passed away on September 20, 2026. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, on November 16, 1939, to Vennie and Elsie Makie (née Niemi), he was a devoted family man and cherished friend.
He is remembered with love by his daughter Christina (Brad) Ellzey, son Stephen (Estelle) Makie, Sr., grandchildren Benjamin Ellzey, Stephanie (Zachary) Lind, Will...
Ruby Kelley
Sep 20, 2026
Ruby Kelley, of Cincinnati, formerly of Dayton passed away on September 20, 2026. She was born May 11, 1925 in Flemingsburg, KY.
Loving mother of Glenda Cusick. Cherished grandmother of Angela and the late Rob.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 24, 11 AM at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions - Westside Chapel (3300 Parkcrest Ln. Cincinnati, OH 45211). Where...
Penelope "Penny" Ann Herbert
Sep 19, 2026
Penelope "Penny" Ann Herbert, age 75, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026. Born on January 3, 1951, in Cincinnati, she was the cherished daughter of Berman S. and Madeline M. Penley (née Dinuzzo).
Penny was predeceased by her parents, her sister Madeline, and her brother Johnny. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 54 years,...
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