Obituaries

 

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6/22/1963

- 1/19/2026

6/22/1963 - 1/19/2026

Scott “Egghead” Smith, 62, of Elsmere, passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2026. Scott was a fun-loving, happy-go-lucky man who never met a stranger. Known for his great sense of humor and ea...



7/24/1977

- 1/19/2026

7/24/1977 - 1/19/2026

Asheley (aka Ashlee) Rose O'Neil died on January 19, 2026. She was born July 24, 1977 in Ft. Thomas, KY. She spent her formative years attending The School for Creative & Performing Arts in Cinci...



3/13/1968

- 1/19/2026

3/13/1968 - 1/19/2026

Majorell Kowolonek, 57, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 19, 2026. Originally from Newport, she cherished numerous friendships that remained strong throughout her life. Majorell ...



8/12/1942

- 1/19/2026

8/12/1942 - 1/19/2026

Charles Monroe Taylor, known to family and friends as Chuck, 83, of Southgate, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at the VA Hospital. He was surrounded by the care and presence of m...



2/8/1951

- 1/19/2026

2/8/1951 - 1/19/2026

Brenda Brown, 74, of Walton, Kentucky, passed away leaving behind a legacy of generosity, color, and unmistakable individuality. Brenda was a giving soul who believed deeply in helping others, especi...



4/28/1948

- 1/19/2026

4/28/1948 - 1/19/2026

Melinda J. Wakefield, 77, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. She was born April 28, 1948, in Harrison, Ohio, daughter of Walter S. Wakefield and Florence M. Johnston. She spen...



2/11/1953

- 1/19/2026

2/11/1953 - 1/19/2026

Sharon Lynn Brown, born February 11, 1953, in Covington, Kentucky, to the late Lillard and Edith (née Richter) Brown, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026. Sharon lived a life marked by deep f...



6/26/1945

- 1/19/2026

6/26/1945 - 1/19/2026

Richard "Dick" W. Himmler, 80, of Park Hills, Kentucky, affectionately known as "Pappy," passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 26, 1945, in Frederick, O...



5/8/1947

- 1/19/2026

5/8/1947 - 1/19/2026

Janet Sue Brown Setters, age 78 of Union, KY passed away on January 19, 2026. Janet was born on May 8, 1947 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Chester Brown and Geneva Isaacs Brown. She retired after ma...



8/22/1932

- 1/19/2026

8/22/1932 - 1/19/2026

Donald Lee Townsley, 93, a lifelong resident of Dayton, passed away on January 19, 2026 at his home in Dayton, KY. He was born at his home in Dayton to the late Albert and Hazel (Crawford) Townsley. ...



2/18/1951

- 1/18/2026

2/18/1951 - 1/18/2026

Jacqueline Marguerite Earhart, age 74, of Dry Ridge, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was born on February 18, 1951, to the late Andrew and Eleanor Earhart. Jacqueli...



4/4/2003

- 1/18/2026

4/4/2003 - 1/18/2026

Joshua “Josh” Ray McDowell, son of Jeffrey and Dara McDowell, was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 4, 2003. A sensitive, creative person, Josh was passionate about creating art. His favorite mod...



1/24/1950

- 1/18/2026

1/24/1950 - 1/18/2026

Linda Ann Dugger, age 75, of Florence, KY, passed away on January 18, 2026. Linda was born on January 24, 1950, in San Diego, CA, to William and Doris Westergard. Linda was a devoted member of New Be...



1/11/1941

- 1/18/2026

1/11/1941 - 1/18/2026

Marvin Daniel Hoerlein passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026. He recently celebrated his 85th birthday surrounded by loved ones. Marvin was the beloved husband of Freida Stephenson, whom he shar...



10/4/1959

- 1/18/2026

10/4/1959 - 1/18/2026

Sandra Jean Hines Vicars, age 66, of Burlington, Kentucky, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her residence. Sandy was a devoted member of F...



11/15/1929

- 1/18/2026

11/15/1929 - 1/18/2026

Doris M. Hicks, 96, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of St. Pius X Church in Edgewood, KY. Doris had a passion for learning ...



7/21/2002

- 1/17/2026

7/21/2002 - 1/17/2026

Aislynne Giovanna Coffaro, a cherished soul whose life was a testament to the power of joy and kindness, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, in her hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on July 2...



4/21/1957

- 1/17/2026

4/21/1957 - 1/17/2026

Mary Ann Schwartz, a compassionate and dedicated Respiratory Therapist, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on April 21, 1957, in Newport, Kentucky, Mary Ann's life w...



10/26/1993

- 1/17/2026

10/26/1993 - 1/17/2026

Sol Swalinski Archambault, born on October 26, 1993, in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois, was a beacon of creativity and advocacy who left an indelible mark on the world. Sol's journey on this e...



3/4/1941

- 1/17/2026

3/4/1941 - 1/17/2026

Glenn Raymond Wiesmann, 84, of Florence, Kentucky passed away on January 17, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital. He was born on March 4, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Jacob J. and Eleanor C. (n...



1/1/1959

- 1/17/2026

1/1/1959 - 1/17/2026

Nellie Louise Napier (nee Long), 67 of Newport, Kentucky passed away January 17, 2026 at her home. She is preceded in death by her parents Carl and Marlene (nee Faller) Long. Survived by her loving...



8/21/1965

- 1/17/2026

8/21/1965 - 1/17/2026

Jennifer Jurgens, age 60, of Wilder, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born to the late Robert and Mary Ann Brown (née Rausch) and was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, gra...



6/15/1948

- 1/17/2026

6/15/1948 - 1/17/2026

Mary Jo Rechtin, age 77, of Union, Kentucky, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, January 17, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Walto...



4/29/1956

- 1/17/2026

4/29/1956 - 1/17/2026

Robert Joseph "Bob" Simmons, 69, of Batavia, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Forest Hills Nursing Home. He was born April 29, 1956, in Covington, the son of the late George Simmons, Jr. and...



1/18/1943

- 1/17/2026

1/18/1943 - 1/17/2026

Saundra “Kay” Lockett, age 82, of Lakeside Park, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. Kay was the daughter of Rice W. Lear Sr. and Geneva Howard Lear, who preceded her in death....