Obituaries

Melvin Baute, 75, of Crestview Hills, Kentucky, passed away on September 15, 2026, and his wife, Deborah Baute, 74, passed away on October 10, 2026. The couple had been married for 55 years.

Melvin was born on December 19, 1950, in Covington, Kentucky, to the late Paul and Margaret Baute. He was an avid athlete who enjoyed running and competing in Ironman events. He was also a car enthusiast and collector, a hobby he enjoyed throughout his life.

Deborah was born on February 25, 1952, in Park Hills, Kentucky, to the late William and Mildred Garrison. She enjoyed making candy, listening to Jimmy Buffett, and attending his concerts. Deborah also had a special love for animals.

Melvin and Deborah enjoyed traveling together, with Hawaii and Key West among their favorite destinations. Over the course of their 55-year marriage, they shared many adventures and developed interests that brought them lasting enjoyment.

They are survived by their siblings, Bob (Donna) Baute, Jerry (Kathy) Baute, Rick (Jan) Baute, Gina (Bob) Merta, Paula (Nolan) Owen, and Barbara Dyke; their nieces and nephews, Mark (Kim) Schuerman, Marla (Rich) Phillips, and Mathew (Molly) Schuerman; and their great-nieces and great-nephews, Malorie, Mitchell, Zachary, James, Dakota, Dalton, Andrew, Dana, David, Jason, Nicolas, Michael, Robyn, Brian, Meg, Jennifer, Nikka, Kendra, and Lindsay.

They were preceded in death by Melvin’s brother, Terry Baute, and their parents.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church, followed by a joint funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. Inurnment will take place at St. John Cemetery in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, following the Mass.

Melvin and Deborah will be remembered by their family and friends for their individual passions, their love of travel, and the many years they shared together.