OBITUARIES

Kentucky Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Erlanger, Hebron and Ludlow Kentucky area

Johanna Kiser

Johanna Kiser

Nov 10, 2025

Johanna (Reed) Kiser, a beloved figure in her community and devoted mother, passed away on November 10, 2025, at Highlandsprings of Fort Thomas. Born on August 22, 1938, in Covington, Kentucky, Johanna lived a life full of purpose, passion, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear.

As the Daycare Director for the Community Action Commission, Johanna dedicated herself to nurturing...

Edith Obeng

Edith Obeng

2025

Edith Obeng, 53, of Florence, Kentucky, formerly of Obuasi, Ghana, died on the evening of Friday, October 10, 2025, while on her way to work. 

Edith was born on August 30, 1972, in Obuasi, Ghana to the late Kinsngney and Georgina (Ennin) Obeng. She was a stock associate for Walmart, Florence and a member of St. Paul Church, Florence. 

She is survived...

Rose Mary Siegrist

Rose Mary Siegrist

Nov 11, 2025

Rose Mary Siegrist, 83, of Hebron, Kentucky passed away Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025, at her home surrounded by family members. 

Rose was born in Covington, Kentucky on November 5, 1942, to the late Otto and Ruth (Kleep) Siegrist. She was a longtime employee of The Gap Warehouse and United Dairy Farmers and attended Hebron Lutheran Church, Hebron.

Rose enjoyed being outdoors...

Odis Lainhart

Odis Lainhart

2025

Odis Lainhart, 83, of Petersburg, Kentucky died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Woodcrest Health and Rehabilitation, Elsmere, Kentucky. 

Odis was born on March 5, 1942, in Kerby Knob, Kentucky to the late Hubert and Nanny (Pierson) Lainhart. He served his country in the U.S. Army in Korea; and was a retired warehouse employee for Pierre Frozen Foods, Cincinnati. Odis was a...

Michael "Mickey" Henson

Michael "Mickey" Henson

Oct 18, 2025

Michael Lee "Mickey" Henson, 62, of Hebron, Kentucky passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at his home. 

Michael was born on January 8, 1963, in Covington, Kentucky to Lee Henson and the late Joyce Powers Henson. He was an auto mechanic for Ken’s Crescent Springs Towing and Repair for many years. Michael was a graduate of Conner High School...

Larry W. Gouge

Larry W. Gouge

2025

Larry Wayne Gouge, 86, of Burlington, Kentucky passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Larry was a loyal Kentucky fan, enjoyed traveling and adventure, and had an ability to always see life as “glass half full.” Larry never met a stranger and was an avid hunter, often taking trips out west with friends and...

Shirley O'Dwyer

Shirley O'Dwyer

Sep 28, 2025

Shirley Ann (Floro) O’Dwyer, 82, of Union, Kentucky died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at her home. 

Shirley was born February 17, 1943, in Covington, Kentucky to the late Donald Duane and Norma Jean (Klaus) Floro. She began working for Western Southern Life Insurance Company but once her children came along, she became a devoted homemaker.  After raising her family,...

Joe Woods

Joe Woods

Sep 11, 2025

Joe Dean Woods, 86, of Petersburg, KY, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, surrounded by his family.

A true outdoorsman, Joe found his greatest joy beneath open skies. Whether hunting, tending to his garden, or riding his tractor, he found peace and fulfillment in the simple beauty of the outdoors.



He will be remembered for his quick wit, his love of...

Howard "Gene" Blaker

Howard "Gene" Blaker

Sep 8, 2025

Howard E. “Gene” Blaker, 76, of Union, Kentucky, died on Monday, September 8, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence. 

Gene was born on July 2, 1949, in Covington, to the late William and Mary (Beall) Blaker. He retired from Dudley Construction after 47 years of loyal service as a Heavy Equipment Operator and Foreman. Gene received his Associates Degree from Eastern Kentucky...

Jim Simon

Jim Simon

Sep 8, 2025

Jim Simon, born on July 12, 1961, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, passed away on September 8, 2025, at the age of 64 at St. Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, Kentucky. 

Jim was a retired forklift operator for the old Johnny's Toys in Latonia.

He leaves behind a loving family who will cherish his memory. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Tammy...

Buddy Waite

Buddy Waite

Sep 7, 2025

Buddy L. Waite, 94, of Burlington, Kentucky, died Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Rosedale Green Health and Rehabilitation, Latonia, Kentucky. 

Buddy was born on August 26, 1931, in Covington, Kentucky to the late Robert and Hannah (Graham) Waite. He was a retired Insurance Agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Following retirement, Buddy was the Assistant Supervisor for the Kenton County Parks...

Jackie Holt

Jackie Holt

Aug 26, 2025

Jackie Holt, 86, of Ludlow, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood, Kentucky. 

Jackie was born on July 5, 1939, in Petersburg, Kentucky to the late James and Lottie (Willman) Holt. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for the former U.S. Pole of Ludlow, Kentucky. Jackie loved to hunt and fish. 

He was preceded in death...

Vernon "Rick" Harris

Vernon "Rick" Harris

Aug 25, 2025

Vernon R. “Rick” Harris, 76, of Independence, Kentucky, formerly of Burlington, Kentucky, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth, Edgewood, Kentucky. 

Rick was born September 15, 1948, in Covington, Kentucky to the late Vernon Silas and Pauline (Robinson) Harris. He was a retired Instructor of Diesel Mechanics at Gateway Community and Technical College. Rick began his career...

Clifford Kessen

Clifford Kessen

Aug 20, 2025

Clifford J. Kessen, 99, of Union, Kentucky, died Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth, Edgewood. 

Clifford was born on September 14, 1925, in Covington, Kentucky to the late Lee and Margaret (Wildemeyer) Kessen. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Asiatic Pacific Theater of Operations, receiving a Bronze Star w/Oak Leaf Cluster. 

He retired...

James Smith

James Smith

Aug 18, 2025

James E. Smith, 90, of Edgewood, Kentucky, formerly of Hebron, Kentucky, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, at The Summit of Edgewood Assisted Living, Edgewood.

James was born on August 30, 1934, in Elgin, Tennessee to the late Everett and Flora (Pemberton) Smith. He was a retired Mechanical Engineer for Belcan Corp of Blue Ash, Ohio and served his country in...

Amanda Elizabeth Bridges

Amanda Elizabeth Bridges

Aug 5, 2025

Amanda Elizabeth (Roland) Bridges, 54, of Burlington, KY passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood, KY. 

Amanda was born on August 24, 1970, in Frankfort, KY to the late Danny Roland and Carolyn (Haydon) Roland Franks. She was an assistant manager for Dunkin Donuts at CVG and she loved spending time with her family and...

Sue Reeves

Sue Reeves

Aug 3, 2025

Sue Masters Reeves, born on May 6, 1930, to George and Sarah (Bratton) Hetzel, passed away peacefully at home on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Sue spent many years as a Bank Teller at Hebron Deposit Bank. Her career of working outside the home began after the passing of her first husband.

She was a member of Hebron Lutheran Church...

H. Dawson Lancaster

H. Dawson Lancaster

Jul 30, 2025

H. Dawson Lancaster, 93, of Union, Kentucky died on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. 

Dawson was born on July 23, 1932, in Burlington, Kentucky to the late Chester Lee and Gertrude Lee (Marks) Lancaster. He served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army Company D 67th Tank Division and was a lifelong...

Cheryl Wiseman

Cheryl Wiseman

Jul 28, 2025

Cheryl A. (Azman) Wiseman, 74, of Hebron, Kentucky died Monday, July 28, 2025 at her home. 

Cheryl was born on August 14, 1950, in Washington, Pennsylvania to the late Anthony “Tony” and Anna (Warbow) Azman. Most of her working career was spent as a Banker for the Mellon Banks, NA. However, Cheryl chose a second career as a Flight Attendant for...

Donna Gabbard

Donna Gabbard

Jul 23, 2025

Donna Jean (Beacom) Gabbard, 71, of Union, Kentucky, formerly of Hebron, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence. 

Donna was born on February 28, 1954, in Covington, Kentucky to the late James and Lavinia (Humphrey) Beacom. She was a restaurant cook for Smokey Bones Restaurant, Florence, Kentucky until her retirement. Donna loved sewing, crafting and...