Obituaries

JoAnn Wessendarp

JoAnn Wessendarp

Feb 8, 2026

JoAnn Wessendarp, (nee Schulte), age 86, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 7, 1940 to Cyril and Lillian Schulte (nee Pennekamp).

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Tom, her grandson Adam Haehnle, and her siblings, Marian Schulte, Rosemary Schulte and Cyril Schulte.

JoAnn is survived by...

Julie Ann Orick

Julie Ann Orick

Feb 8, 2026

Julie Ann Orick, age 54, of Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Born on October 5, 1971, in Cincinnati, she was the cherished daughter of Duel Maxie and Betty Ruth Wolfe (nee Phillips).

Julie's spirit will live on through her beloved husband of 30 years, James Orick; her son, James Orick; her daughter, Megan (Zach) Staley;...

John S. Pope

John S. Pope

Feb 7, 2026

John S. Pope, age 54, of Southgate, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026. He was born on March 19, 1971, in Smithtown, New York, to Robert E. and Barbara Goode (nee Belanger).

John is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Goode; his stepmother, Peggy S. Pope;his mother-in-law, Paula A. Elam; and his father-in-law, Udorise Saylor his brother-in-law,...

Evelyn Sexton

Evelyn Sexton

Feb 6, 2026

Evelyn "Evie" Sexton, age 77, of Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully passed away on February 6, 2026. Born on February 7, 1948, in Oneida, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Shird S. and Laura Wiggins (nee Gibson).

Evelyn was preceded in death by her mother, Laura; her dad, Edwin Wiggins, her husband, Charles "Chalk" Sexton; her brother, Paul Moore; her sister, Alice Danzl;...

Ruth M. Bartlett

Ruth M. Bartlett

Feb 4, 2026

Ruth M. Bartlett, aged 81, of Erlanger, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on February 4, 2026, just a day after celebrating her birthday. Born in Newport, Kentucky, on February 3, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Florence Diedenhofer.

Ruth was a cherished member of her family, who will deeply miss her presence. She is survived by her devoted...

Richard Collins

Richard Collins

Feb 4, 2026

Richard Collins, a dedicated family man and respected construction operator, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, at the age of 88 in Florence, Kentucky. Born on April 20, 1937, in Isom, Kentucky, Richard spent over 30 years in the construction industry working with JE Harris, where his hard work and commitment were well recognized.

A simple man by nature, Richard...

Kathy Caldwell

Kathy Caldwell

Jan 30, 2026

Kathy L. Caldwell, age 68, of Williamstown, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on January 30, 2026. Born on July 6, 1957, in Edgewood, Kentucky, she was the cherished daughter of  Charles Warner and Eloise Nickells (née Ackman).

Kathy was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Charles Warner and Eloise Nickells, her loving husband Vince Caldwell, and several siblings. She leaves behind...

BJ Hollenbach

BJ Hollenbach

Jan 29, 2026

Barbara "BJ" Hollenbach, (nee Duwel), age 74, of Dillsboro, Indiana passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 12, 1951 to Donald and Alberta Duwel (nee Gardner).

She was preceded in death by her husband, John "Gus" Hollenbach, her parents, and her brother, Donald Duwel, Jr.

Barbara is survived by her close friends, Kevin and...

Roger L. Asher

Roger L. Asher

Jan 28, 2026

Roger Lee Asher was born on May 27, 1950 to the proud parents, Jack and Rose Asher. Roger was the oldest son in their big family. Roger, his parents and his 10 brothers and sisters shared a small home in the mountains of Hyden, KY. Roger loved his hometown. He was never so proud than when he would say he...

Joe Higgins

Joe Higgins

Jan 27, 2026

Thomas Joseph Higgins, aged 64, of Burlington, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Born in London, Kentucky on September 13, 1961.

He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Thomas Higgins, and his mother, Laura Faye Higgins. Joe is survived by his beloved wife, Linda M. Higgins, as well as his daughter, Bethany (David) Combs; son, Brett (Amanda)...

Michael Alan Helmig

Michael Alan Helmig

Jan 27, 2026

Michael Alan Helmig, a dedicated law enforcement professional and cherished family man, peacefully passed away at home in Hebron, Kentucky, surrounded by his beloved family on January 27, 2026. Born on July 25, 1959, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Michael lived a life marked by commitment, service, and love.

With an impressive career spanning 43 years in law enforcement, Michael served as the...

Steven Dax King

Steven Dax King

Jan 26, 2026

Steven Dax King, age 23, of Independence, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was born on December 23, 2002, in Florence, Kentucky, to Chadwick D. King and Taryn R. Romohr.

Dax was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Tanya M. Strickley. He is survived by his loving parents, his father, Chadwick D. (Laura) King, and his mother,...

Theresa M. Moores

Theresa M. Moores

Jan 26, 2026

Theresa M. Moores, age 72, of Cincinnati, Ohio, peacefully departed this life on January 26, 2026. Born on May 9, 1953, to Joseph and Shirley Comello (nee Robinson), Theresa was a cherished member of her community.

Theresa was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Comello, her mother, Shirley Comello, and her beloved son, Joseph Comello. She is survived by her...

Mary Lou Mitchell

Mary Lou Mitchell

Jan 23, 2026

Mary Lou Mitchell, age 88, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026. Born in Everett, Kentucky on September 12, 1937, she was the cherished daughter of Charles and Claudia Sergent (née Rice).

Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Charles and Claudia Sergent. She leaves behind a loving family, including her sons Gregory (Cindy) Mitchell and...

Linda Elaine Chasteen

Linda Elaine Chasteen

Jan 22, 2026

Linda Elaine Chasteen, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 22, 2026, in Covington, Kentucky. She was born on February 11, 1954, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Eric and Betty Jo Furman (nee Trisch). Linda's loving spirit touched the lives of many, and her proudest accomplishments were centered around her family, which she...

JoAnn Virginia Eckel

JoAnn Virginia Eckel

Jan 22, 2026

JoAnn Virginia (nee Applegate) Eckel, Age 83 passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday January 22, 2026. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 22nd 1942 to Freeman and Marie nee Nagel) Applegate.

Beloved wife of the late Gerald "Jerry" Eckel and granddaughter Faith Hingsbergen.

Loving mother of Sheila (Chris) Patton, Shelly (Marc) Hingsbergen and Sherry (Martin) Hausfeld. Grandmother of...

Evelyn Marie Turner

Evelyn Marie Turner

Jan 21, 2026

Evelyn (Koons) Turner, born April 18, 1938, passed away Januray 21, 2026. Daughter of the late Eugene and Pansy Koons and wife of Don Turner for nearly 70 years.  Mother of Dr. Jeffrey Turner (wife Susie) and Tammy Berberich (husband Paul).

Grandmother of Ben Turner (wife Jen), Tracy DeSpain (husband Josh), Whitney Stroup (husband Ben) and Kyle Berberich (wife Jessica). Sister,...

Lucinda Ann Smith

Lucinda Ann Smith

Jan 21, 2026

Lucinda Ann Smith, fondly known as Cindy, passed away on January 21, 2026, in Florence, Kentucky. She was born on January 5, 1961, in Covington, Kentucky. Cindy was a graduate of Lloyd High School, class of 1980.

During her career, Cindy worked many years as a floral arranger at Van Leunens. After the company closed, she transitioned to a clerical role...

Daniel Thomas Kingery

Daniel Thomas Kingery

Jan 20, 2026

Daniel Thomas Kingey, 82 of Harrison, OH passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026 at Hospice of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH. Born on July 25, 1943, in Cincinnati, OH, Danny was the son of the late Yuelta Kingery (Thomas) of Norwood. OH.

He is survived by his stepchildren, Kathy (Jesse) Cole, Herbert Wayne Hoskins, Rick (Lori) Hoskins, and David (Patricia) Hoskins,...

Joyce McLaren Fehler

Joyce McLaren Fehler

Jan 20, 2026

Joyce McLaren Fehler, 66, of Dayton, Kentucky passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026. She was blanketed in the love of family, friends and the numerous lives she touched. Raising her family in Ft. Thomas, she will forever be a part of the lives of many. Her husband of 28 years, Donald. Her son and daughter Scott and Kelly. Daughters...

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