Obituaries

Richard Michael Witte, 74, of Middleton, TN, formerly of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at his residence. He was a University of Cincinnati graduate and worked for Dover Elevator as a Systems Analyst before retiring after 50 years. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Cyril & Margaret (nee. White) Witte & sister in law, Betty (the late Elmer) Haas. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan (nee. Birkenhauer) Witte; brother, David Witte; brothers in law, Robert & Murdock (Arlene) Birkenhauer; sisters in law, Barbara (Larry) Burton, Sandra (late Dennis) Kuhl & Donna (Ron) King and several nieces & nephews. Visitation will be from 10-12 p.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 12 p.m., Monday, October 13th at Holy Spirit Parish, Newport. Richard will be laid to rest at St. Stephen Cemetery, Ft. Thomas. Memorials are suggested to the Holy Spirit Parish, 825 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071, Hosea House/ ECHO, P.O. Box 72046, Newport, KY 41072 or St. Anne Congregation of Divine Providence, 5300 Saint Anne Dr., Melbourne, KY 41059.