Ancel H Baxley

Aug 19, 2025

Ancel H. Baxley, 74, of Walton, a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at Saint Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 15, 1951, in Harlan, Kentucky, Ancel's life was marked by his unwavering dedication and commitment to those he loved. He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career...

Richard Joseph Hettel, Jr.

Aug 18, 2025

Richard Joseph Hettel, Jr., 81, of Newport, died Monday, August 18, 2025, at Woodcrest Nursing Home. He was born February 16, 1944, in Dayton, Kentucky, the son of the late Richard Hettel and Margaret Hensman Hettel. He was a former Meat Manager. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Doris Hettel. Surviving are his sons, Brian Stacks (Judi);...

Robert Dale Smith

Aug 18, 2025

Robert Dale Smith, 73, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Villaspring Care Center in Erlanger.

Born on September 1, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert Smith and the late Donna VanAtta Smith, Robert dedicated much of his career to the auto industry. A lifelong enthusiast, he was an avid NASCAR fan and a passionate supporter...

Rosemary Morton

Aug 15, 2025

Rosemary Morton, 84, of Burlington, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Friday, August 15, 2025.  Rosie was born April 19, 1941, in Covington, the daughter of the late Arthur Hoskinds and Ida Spuerl Hoskinds.  She was married to Thomas Morton, Jr., who preceded her in death in 2008.  Surviving are her daughter, Tamara Conner and one sister,...

Henry Charles Gripshover

Aug 13, 2025

Henry Charles Gripshover, 94, of Highland Heights, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 13, 2025, with his family by his bedside.  He was born October 18, 1930, in Covington, the son of the late Henry Bernard Gripshover and Mayme Bischoff Gripshover.  He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a Mail Carrier  for over 38 years, was a member of...

Vivian Patricia Christmas

Aug 9, 2025

Vivian Patricia Christmas, 85, of Florence, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Saturday, August 9, 2025.  She was born July 5, 1940, in Cordele, Georgia, the daughter of the late Venice Christmas and Sadie Mae Ethridge Christmas.  She is survived by many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.  Graveside services will be held 10AM Tuesday,...

Michael Lewis Wagner

Aug 5, 2025

Michael Lewis Wagner Sr., 78, of Butler, died Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Florence.  Born February 22, 1947, in Rising Sun, Indiana, he was the son of the late William L. and Wilma M. Welch Wagner, and was retired from General Motors.  He is survived by his children, Michael Lewis Wagner, Jr and Christopher Wagner (Gina).  Also...

Denise Colleen Hardy

Aug 5, 2025

Denise Colleen Hardy, 66, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Edgewood.  She was born September 8, 1958, in Covington, the daughter of the late George and Wanda Sydnor Gegner.  She was a retired Certified Nurse Assistant for many years and was of the Catholic Faith.  She is survived by her husband, Steve; her sons,...

Donald Ray Miller

Aug 5, 2025

Donald Ray Miller, 78, of Peebles, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Ruby.  On August 13 they would have celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary-now joyfully reunited and celebrating together in heaven.

Troy Clint Holt

Aug 3, 2025

Troy Clint Holt, 59, of Dry Ridge, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025, surrounded by family and a friend.  Preceded in death by his mother Opal Emogene (Schlueter) Holt; father Lester Holt; sister Teresa (Bush) Beck-Lauterbach and nephew Mark Clarkson.  He is survived by his wife of 40 years Kimberlie Staton-Holt; sisters Teena (Bush) Weckesser and Traci Holt; brother in...