Bruce William Planeaux

Bruce William Planeaux passed away on October 24, 2026, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. He was born on July 18, 1939, in Jamestown, New York.

Over the course of his life, he built a legacy through hard work, service to others, and steady devotion to his family and community.

For many years, Bruce owned and operated the Newport McDonald’s, where he became known to many through his work and presence in the community. He also established Our Lady of the Lake in Williamstown, Kentucky, where Mass was held for many years. His generosity reached far beyond his daily work. He supported many charities, and he was remembered for making sure first responders were fed in the aftermath of the Beverly Hills Supper Club fire.

Bruce also found joy in maintaining a 75-acre horse farm in Dry Ridge, a place that reflected both his dedication and his love of a quieter life.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Frieda Planeaux; his father, Victor Planeaux; his mother, Dorothy Planeaux; and his sisters, Eleanor McCall and Linda Baker.

Bruce is survived by his children, Ronald (Cynthia) Planeaux, Michelle (Takis) Georgoulakis, and Stephen Planeaux. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Alycia Schramm, Rachel Vaughan, Chad Planeaux, Sofia Georgoulakis, Andreas Georgoulakis, Maria Georgoulakis, Jenna Planeaux, and Jillian Planeaux; and by his great-grandchildren, Addyson, Elayna, and Oona. He also leaves behind many other family members and friends who will remember him with love.

Visitation will be held on October 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, Northern Kentucky, 4350 Dixie Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018. The funeral service will begin there at 11:00 a.m. A graveside service will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, 5336 Old Taylor Mill Road, Covington, KY 41015.

Bruce will be remembered for his generosity, his quiet strength, and the care he showed to others throughout his life. His memory will live on in the family he loved and in the many lives he touched.