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Opal Katherine Elswick
1955 2024

Opal Katherine Elswick

April 7, 1955 — August 8, 2024

Owenton

Opal "Kat" Elswick, age 69, of Owenton, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, August 8 2024. She was born in Fort Thomas, Kentucky on April 7, 1955, to Gilbert and Janet Risch (Manning).

Kat was known for her exceptional skills in baking and cherished moments spent playing family bingo and game nights. An avid Reds fan, she found immense joy in the simple pleasures of life, with her family always at the center of it all. Her grandchildren held a special place in her heart, being her world and source of endless love.

She is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Cliff Elswick, father, Gilbert Risch, and mother, Janet Risch. Kat leaves behind a legacy of love and care, survived by her devoted daughters,  Angela (James) Elswick, Terri (Thomas) Hoskins, Brandy (Bert III) Hanlin, Rose (Gary) Elswick, and, Ginger (Rob) Ellis along with a host of cherished grandchildren; Thomas, Anthony, Clifford, Cory, Taylor, Zac, Mathew, Kiley, Peyton, Kaleb, Bryce,  Haley, and 11 great-grandchildren. She will also be deeply missed by her sisters, Theresa Risch and Patricia Tolliver, her brother, Michael David Risch, and a multitude of other relatives and friends.

A visitation to honor Kat's life will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, followed by a service at 1:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Northern Kentucky Chapel, 4350 Dixie Highway, Erlanger, Kentucky 41018. The burial will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Park immediately after the service.


Kat's presence brought warmth and love to all who knew her. To share a memory of Kat or to leave a special message for her family, please visit the guest book below. In our hearts, she will forever remain a beacon of love and light.

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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

11:00am - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Funeral Home, Northern Kentucky

4350 Dixie Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

1:00 - 2:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Funeral Home, Northern Kentucky

4350 Dixie Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018

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Burial

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Starts at 2:00 pm (Eastern time)

Forest Lawn Memorial Park

3227 Dixie Hwy, Erlanger, KY 41018

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