Obituaries
Grant County and Northern Kentucky Obituaries
Carol Vawter Eldridge
Sep 30, 2025
Carol Vawter Eldridge, born on May 9, 1942, in Oblong, Illinois, gracefully transitioned from this world on September 30, 2025, at the residence of her son in Edgewood, Kentucky, after a long battle with cancer. Carol's life was a tapestry of adventures, marked by her unwavering spirit and diverse career, which spanned multiple states and roles.
Throughout her illustrious career, Carol...
Kenneth Juan Chandler
Sep 28, 2025
Born November 17, 1936, Kenneth Chandler was the beloved son of the late Howard and Katherine Keith Chandler. He was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 63 years, Mary Margaret “Pete” Richardson Chandler, his lifelong companion and friend.
Kenneth’s heart and hands were always connected to the land. He planted his first tobacco crop at the age of 12,...
Rick A. Chowning
Sep 28, 2025
Rick A. Chowning of Williamstown, KY was born November 7, 1957, in Covington, KY and died Sunday, September 28, 2025, in Edgewood, KY at the age of 67 years.
He was the son of the late Larry Link Chowning and Shirley Joan Kinmon Colston. He was a retired truck driver for Grant County Foods, a US Army veteran, and a member...
Kathleen Elaine Preston
Sep 18, 2025
Kathleen Elaine Preston, 36, of Georgetown, Kentucky, gained her angel wings and entered into her heavenly home on Thursday September 18, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington after a brief illness. Born on June 11, 1989 in Lexington, KY, she was the daughter of Janet Faye Rutledge Preston of Georgetown and Robert Doyle (Susan) Preston of...
Burt Delmer "Bud" Dykes
Sep 18, 2025
Burt Delmer “Bud” Dykes of the Monterey Community of Owen County, KY was born November 28, 1944, in Perry County, KY and died Thursday, September 18, 2025, in Edgewood, KY at the age of 80 years.
He was the son of the late David Nathan and Pearly Combs Dykes. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era where he...
Jeffrey Alan Webster
Sep 14, 2025
Jeffrey Alan Webster II, 49, of Dry Ridge, KY, passed away from complications from heart bypass surgery on Sunday September 14, 2025 at his residence. Born in Des Plaines, IL on August 31, 1976, he was the son of the late Jeffrey Alan Webster, Sr. and Norma Iris Mitchell Webster.
On October 6, 2007, he was united in marriage to the...
Debbie Williams
Sep 13, 2025
Debbie Williams of Williamstown, KY was born June 4, 1964, in Lynwood, CA and died Saturday September 13, 2025, at her residence at the age of 61 years.
She was the daughter of Robert and Gayle Dexter of Camarillo, CA. She was a homemaker and a member of the Todds Road Grace Church in Lexington, KY. On June 13, 1992, she...
Kenneth Earl Beach, II
Sep 10, 2025
Kenneth Earl Beach, II, 24, Warsaw, KY, passed away on Wednesday September 10, 2025. Born on September 4, 2001 in Florence, KY, he was the son of Christina Clara Brown Beach and the late Kenneth Earl Beach, I.
Kenny’s warm and loving personality caused him to be endeared by all who knew him. He loved using his strengths and skills through...
Robert Christian Rosenacker
Sep 9, 2025
Robert Christian Rosenacker, 60, of Walton, KY died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday September 9, 2025. Born on May 13, 1965 in Covington, KY; he is the son of James Paul and Sylvia Lee Owens Rosenacker of Walton.
On May 27, 1995, he was united in marriage to the former Sherri Horton; she survives. For many years, he was a...
Johnetta Sue Roberts
Sep 8, 2025
Johnetta Sue Roberts, 80, of Aubrey, TX, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025, in Aubrey. She was born June 7, 1945, in Covington, KY to William Lawrence and Nellie B. (Brown) Roberts.
Sue was raised in Walton, KY where she attended Walton-Verona School and became a devout member of the Walton Methodist Church. In 1963, she married Billy Davis and later...
Ambrose "Bo" Allen
Sep 7, 2025
Ambrose “Bo” Allen, 81, of Florence, KY, entered his heavenly home on Sunday September 7, 2025 at Village Care Center in Erlanger; he was surrounded and cared for by his beloved wife and family during his illness. Born on January 8, 1944 in Oneida, KY (Clay County), he was the son of the late Alfred and Doshia (Allen) Allen.
On November...
Marjorie Faye Stewart
Sep 4, 2025
Marjorie “Faye” Abbott Stewart, age 95, of Gallatin County, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025. She was born April 7, 1930, and lived a remarkable life full of family, friendship, service, and adventure.
Faye was preceded in death by her mother and father, Nelly McDannell and James Abbott, her beloved husband of 62 years, Blackie Stewart, and her special cousin,...
Glenn "Bulldog" Edward Wright
Aug 31, 2025
Glenn Edward Wright, better known as Bulldog, was born Dec. 20, 1932 in Owen County, Kentucky and passed away Aug. 31, 2025 surrounded by family in Williamstown, Kentucky at the age of 92. He was the son of the late Burgess and Malisia Howard Wright.
Bulldog was owner and operator of Glenn's Woodland Inn for 24 years as well as Club...
Ronald Edward Milner
Aug 31, 2025
Ronald Edward Milner, 84, of Crittenden, KY, passed away on Sunday morning August 31, 2025 at his residence. Born on June 10, 1941, in Grant County, KY, he was the son of the late Denzil and Loretta Milner.
On October 29, 1979, Ronald was united in marriage to the former Marjorie Humphry; she survives. For many years he worked as a...
Sammy Lou Martin
Aug 30, 2025
Sammy Martin, 87, of Williamstown, KY, passed away on Saturday August 30, 2025 at her residence. Born on November 19, 1937 in Covington, KY, she was the daughter of the late Roy Howard and Essie Mae Burdett Elliott.
She was married to Charlie Martin; he preceded her in death in 2012. In her calling as a committed homemaker and faithful housewife,...
Becky Mann Warman
Aug 30, 2025
Becky Mann Warman of Demossville, KY was born April 9, 1952, in Covington, KY and died Saturday, August 30, 2025, at her residence at the age of 73 years.
She was the daughter of the late Rolla Irvin and Bernice Belew Mann. She was a homemaker and a member of the Piner Baptist Church. On June 28, 1969, she was united...
Genevra Marie Field
Aug 29, 2025
Genevra Marie Field, 71, of Verona, KY, passed away on Friday August 29, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Center – Edgewood, KY. Born on September 19, 1953 in Tuscola, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late George Edward and Wanda Louise Anderson Hannan.
Genevra worked for many years in Marketing with the Marquette Company. Canning vegetables and shopping were two...
Wanda Lou Williams
Aug 26, 2025
Wanda Lou Williams, 69, of Williamstown, KY, entered her heavenly home on Tuesday August 26, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center - Florence. Born on July 21, 1956 in Owenton, KY, she was the daughter of the late Everett Williams and Dorothy (Abbott) Williams King.
Wanda was a 1974 graduate of Carroll Co. High School in Carrollton, KY. Before becoming disabled,...
Judy Beach Hager
Aug 24, 2025
Judy Beach Hager, a cherished soul who graced this world with her vibrant spirit, was born on August 3, 1952, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. She brought joy and warmth to all those fortunate enough to cross her path. After a long illness, she slipped peacefully from this earthly realm on August 24, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky, leaving...
Beulah Fortner Willoby
Aug 23, 2025
Beulah Fortner Willoby of Williamstown, KY was born May 1, 1923, in Lawrenceville, KY and died Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Williamstown, KY at the age of 102 years.
She was the daughter of the late Alvie and Lurah Howard Fortner. She was salutatorian of her graduation class at Mason High School, she was a homemaker, although she also worked at...
