OBITUARIES

Kentucky Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Erlanger, Hebron and Ludlow Kentucky area

Albert Bonar

Albert Bonar

Feb 19, 2025

Albert L. Bonar, 88, of Crestview Hills, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth, Edgewood, Kentucky. 

Al was born on December 24, 1936, in Erlanger, Kentucky to the late Thomas and Lula Edna (Tanner) Bonar. He was a retired Barber, and he served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. 

He was preceded in...

Timothy Holt, Sr.

Timothy Holt, Sr.

Feb 14, 2025

Timothy Eugene Holt, Sr. of Warsaw, Kentucky passed away Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Gallatin Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. 

Tim was born on January 21, 1952, in Petersburg, Kentucky to the late Lewis E. “Gene” and Rose (Teeters) Holt. A lifelong mechanic and car enthusiast, he enjoyed Drag Racing and Choppers. He also enjoyed fishing in his spare time. 

Tim...

Mary "Margie" Blackburn

Mary "Margie" Blackburn

Feb 7, 2025

Mary Margaret “Margie” Blackburn, 71, of Covington, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at the VA Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. 

Margie was born on November 28, 1953, in Covington, Kentucky to the late James William and Julia Mae (O’Rourke) Blackburn. She served her country in the US Army and was a Parking Lot Attendant at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. Margie was...

Patsy McGuire

Patsy McGuire

Feb 7, 2025

Patsy Ruth (Snelling) McGuire, 94, of Petersburg, Kentucky passed away Friday, February 7, 2025, at Boonespring Health and Rehabilitation Center, Union. 

Patsy was born on September 14, 1930, in Covington, Kentucky to the late Howard and Margaret (Hensley) Snelling. A longtime resident of Petersburg, she was a member of the Petersburg Baptist Church. 

Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, Donald...

Imogene Regenbogen

Imogene Regenbogen

Jan 30, 2025

Imogene Rouse Regenbogen, 96, of Burlington, passed away Thursday evening, January 30, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Fort Wright. 

Imogene was born on July 29, 1928, in Florence, Kentucky to the late Albert H. and Luella B. (Tanner) Rouse, Sr. She was a homemaker and a longtime member of Hebron Church of Christ. 

She was preceded in death by her husband,...

Richard A. Brake, Jr.

Richard A. Brake, Jr.

Jan 25, 2025

Richard A. Brake, Jr., known affectionately as Rick to his family and friends, was born on October 23, 1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio. His adventurous spirit and kind heart took him on a journey through life that came to a close on January 25, 2025, at UC Medical Center. At 66 years old, Rick left behind a legacy that will be...

Jean C. Lancaster

Jean C. Lancaster

Jan 23, 2025

Jean C. Kleintank Lancaster, 88, of Union, died, Thursday, January 23, 2025, at her home. Everyone who knew Jean also knew how organized she was, and the following obituary is prepared from information she wrote and wished to share at her passing. 

Jean was born on February 12, 1936, to John Ellwood and Lillian (Herrmann) Kleintank in Bromley, Kentucky, and was...

Karen Jo Baugh

Karen Jo Baugh

Jan 21, 2025

Karen Jo Baugh was born on October 30, 1960, in Cincinnati, Ohio. With a bright smile and a heart that brimmed with compassion, she dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge, the nurturing of young minds, and the glorification of her faith. Karen passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the UC Medical Center, Cincinnati, leaving behind a...

Ronald "Lefty" Pegg

Ronald "Lefty" Pegg

Jan 18, 2025

Ronald C. “Lefty” Pegg, Sr., 78, of Ludlow passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. 

Lefty was born on August 4, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Sherman and Mildred (Perry) Pegg. He was a partner in the Autobody Shop of LBJ Autobody of Covington until his retirement. Lefty was a member, Deacon and...

Herb Adams

Herb Adams

Jan 16, 2025

Herbert L. “Herb” Adams, 93, of Bromley, Kentucky passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, at his residence. 

Herb was born on July 24, 1931, in Liberty, Kentucky to the late Jesse Lawrence and Louvina (Griffith) Adams. He spent most of his career as a Car Salesman for his brother, Howard Adams Toyota and then Beechmont Ford. Herb loved boating, being outdoors...

Cecilia Heinz

Cecilia Heinz

Jan 15, 2025

Cecilia G. Heinz peacefully passed away on January 15, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence, Kentucky. 

Born on July 3, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, Cecilia was a retired Accounts Payable Clerk at Lacome, 

She is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughter, Chrysta (Anthony) Taulbee, and her beloved grandchildren, Jameson Taulbee and Ashlyn Taulbee. Cecilia is also survived by her brothers,...

Robert "Bob" Brandenburger

Robert "Bob" Brandenburger

Jan 14, 2025

Robert John Jude “Bob” Brandenburger, 79, of West Covington passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home. 

Bob was born in West Covington at home on January 25, 1945, to the late Adolph E. and Catherine (Schenk) Brandenburger. He was a lifelong member of St. Ann Church, West Covington. 

Bob was a Painting Contractor and also the Director of Maintenance at...

Carrol Fay Rice

Carrol Fay Rice

Jan 9, 2025

Carrol Fay (Casteel) Rice, 81, of Burlington, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Florence, Kentucky. 

Fay was born on October 15, 1943, in Harlan, Kentucky to Riley Edward and Edith (Carmical) Casteel. She was a longtime faithful member of the First Baptist Church, Ludlow and retired after many years of private housecleaning for numerous families. 

In addition to...

Galen Burns

Galen Burns

Jan 7, 2025

Galen Ray Burns, 72, a lifelong resident of Petersburg, Kentucky, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. 

Galen was born on February 8, 1952, in Petersburg to Galen S. and Lillian (Stephens) Burns. He was a retired Ramp Agent for Delta Airlines at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. Galen attended Belleview Baptist Church and enjoyed horses and horse racing. He...

Richard Brandstetter, Jr.

Richard Brandstetter, Jr.

Jan 6, 2025

Richard J. Brandstetter, Jr., 55, of Covington, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 6, 2025. 

Richard was born on June 19, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois to Richard J, Sr. and Diane (Toth) Brandstetter. He was a Microsoft Certified Computer Tech and a General Contractor. Richard was also a member of the Cornerstone Apostolic Church of Covington. 

He was preceded in death by...

Betty Murphy

Betty Murphy

Dec 26, 2024

Betty Jane Murphy, 101, of Ludlow, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Story Point Senior Living in Union. 

Betty was a retired accounts receivable clerk with the Standard Publishing Company. Over the years her church memberships included: Ludlow Presbyterian Church (Community of Faith), College Hill Presbyterian Church, and Lakeside Christian Church. Betty enjoyed reading, singing in the church choir, and...

Yvonne Shouse

Yvonne Shouse

Dec 19, 2024

Yvonne (Stacy) Shouse, 84, of Burlington, passed away Thursday evening, December 19, 2024, at her home. 

Yvonne was born on April 8, 1940, in Hazard, Kentucky to Claude and Zona (Combs) Stacy. She worked alongside her late husband, James Shouse, running the family business and was a homemaker. A member of the Jehovah Witnesses, she enjoyed reading in her spare time. 

She...

Esther Juanita Hauck

Esther Juanita Hauck

Dec 18, 2024

Esther Juanita (Anderson) Hauck, 88, of Sun City Center, Florida, Burlington, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024. 

Mrs. Hauck was born in Covington, Kentucky on December 17, 1936, to Harvey H. and Florence M. (Snow) Anderson. She was a homemaker and longtime member of Hebron Baptist Church. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Hauck in 2016; and...

Donald Thomas

Donald Thomas

Dec 1, 2024

Lt. Col. Donald William Thomas (Army retired), 91, of Erlanger, passed away peacefully, Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Cincinnati. 

Lt. Col. Donald William Thomas was a Green Beret in the Army Special Forces. He was a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky and alum of Alpha Tau Omega. Along with his military service, Donald had...

Dwight McNeil

Dwight McNeil

Nov 27, 2024

Dwight V. “Mac” McNeil, 94, of Highland Heights, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. 

Dwight was born on April 5, 1930, in Rockhold, Whitley County, Kentucky to Elmer and Marie (Walders) McNeil. He retired after 30 years as an Assembler for General Motors, Norwood, Ohio. Dwight served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War...

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