Obituaries
Neal "Ben" Borgemenke
Oct 12, 2026
Borgemenke, Neal "Ben" Carl age 87, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 10, 1939 to the late Neal E and Merle Borgemenke (nee Dick). Beloved husband of 67 years to the late Stella (nee Ames)
Ben is the father of Jeff (Nancy) Borgemenke, Michelle (Wally) Lauch, the late David...
Debra Sue Addington
Oct 11, 2026
Debra Sue Addington, lovingly known as Debbie, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Sparta, Kentucky. She was born on August 13, 1962, in Owenton, Kentucky, to the late Merle Covey and Lucille Covey, née Gordy.
She will be laid to rest at New Bethel Cemetery in Verona, Kentucky.
May Debbie’s memory bring comfort to her family and friends, and may she...
James Bradley Drayton
Oct 10, 2026
James Bradley Drayton, known to most as Brad, passed away on October 10, 2026, in Florence, Kentucky, one day after his 80th birthday. He was born on October 9, 1946, in Flint, Michigan.
Brad built a distinguished career in personnel and business, marked by leadership, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping others. He graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with...
Gerry Moll
Oct 9, 2026
Gerald C "Gerry" Moll, age 81, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 27, 1944 to Michael and Kathryn Butler Moll.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael.
Gerry is survived by his siblings; Paul Moll, Walter Moll and Mary Kay Duell and nieces and nephews...
Edward Franklin Bates
Oct 9, 2026
Edward Franklin Bates, age 72, of Fort Thomas, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 9, 2026. Born in Seneca, South Carolina, on September 13, 1954, he was the cherished son of Idabeth McCloud.
Edward was preceded in death by his mother, Idabeth McCloud, and his son, Brian Bates. He is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 19 years, Rhonda...
John "J.D." Wesley
Oct 9, 2026
John D. "J.D." Wesley, aged 80, of Burlington, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026. Born in Louisville, Kentucky on February 20, 1946, to parents John P. and Dorothy A. Wesley (née Phelps), John led a life rich with family and passions.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Julie, and brother Paul F. Wesley.
John is lovingly remembered...
Marjorie Thompson
Oct 9, 2026
Marjorie L. Thompson, age 74, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on October 9, 2026. Born on May 4, 1952, in Buffalo, New York, she was the cherished daughter of Robert and Helen Brown (nee Hamilton).
Marjorie was predeceased by her parents, her husband Raymond Thompson, her brother Robert Brown, Jr., and her sister Pat Coltrain. She is lovingly remembered by her...
Christina Hartmann
Oct 7, 2026
Christina Ellen Hartmann, age 41, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on October 7, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who loved her dearly.
Christina was a beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend. She is survived by her loving parents, Steve and Candy Hartmann; her brother, Nicholas Hartmann; her special cousin, Alexandra Becraft; and a large, loving extended family of...
Brian Emerson
Oct 5, 2026
Emerson, Brian , 62, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 26, 1963, the son of David and Connie Emerson (nee Lynn).
Brian is survived by his children Danielle, Miranda and Anthony Emerson; Sister, Bronwyn (BJ) Julian; Nieces, Mackenzie and Riley Julian. He is also survived by his companion, Meredith...
Richard A. Cherry
Oct 4, 2026
Richard A. Cherry, 78, of Union, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Born on December 1, 1947, in Fort Worth, Texas, he was the cherished son of Ralph and Iris Cherry.
He joins his sister Carol Y. Dicken and his parents in eternal rest. Richard is lovingly remembered by his wife of 42 years, Lisa K. Cherry, his children...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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