Obituaries

Marlene Ruth Broering, age 88, of Butler, KY, passed away on October 16, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1937, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Vincent and Esther Meyer.

Marlene opened her business, Broering Appraisal and Real Estate, and was a long-time member of the American Association of Certified Appraisers.

Her business achievements within the local real estate community earned her numerous accolades. She was named Woman of the Year by the Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR) in 1985 and served as President of the Northern Kentucky WCR in 1986. She was further recognized by the Campbell County Board of Realtors, which honored her with the Robert J. Enos Award in 1986 and named her Realtor of the Year in 1990.

Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Broering, Sr.

She is survived by her children, Ann Foutch (David), Dr. Richard Broering, Jr. (Rachel), Carolyn Berberich (Steve), and Stephen Broering (Christy). She was the grandmother of 11 grandchildren, including Amanda Emerson (Brandon), Josiah Foutch (Amber), Katelyn Johnson (Abraham), Jacob Foutch (Lacee), Caleb Foutch (Heather), Rebekah Phelps (Brandon), Matthew Broering (Liz), Joseph Broering, Mark Broering, Katie Broering, Anna Broering and 9 great-grandchildren.

The family extends their deepest gratitude to the extended family, friends, and dedicated caregivers who treated Marlene with dignity and tenderness throughout her illness.

Services will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish (8246 E Main St, Alexandria, KY 41001). Visitation will be 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST, followed by the Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the St. Mary Cultivating Legacy Fund or to Northern Kentucky Right to Life.