Obituaries
Grant County and Northern Kentucky Obituaries
Patsy Lou Baum
Mar 2, 2026
Patsy Lou Baker Baum, 81, of Warsaw, KY, entered her heavenly home on Monday March 2, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospice Care in Edgewood, KY. Born on November 15, 1944 in Union, KY, she was the daughter of the late Russell Lee and Martha Alice Washum Baker.
Patsy dedicated much of her adult life serving the residents of Woodspoint Nursing and...
Nathan Wesley Marksberry
Feb 27, 2026
Nathan Wesley Marksberry, 65, passed away on Friday February 27, 2026 at Highland Appalachian Regional Hospital in Prestonsburg. Born on October 4, 1960 in Lexington, KY; he was the son of the late Wilbert and Norma Turner Marksberry.
He was a landscaper by profession.
Nathan is survived by his son, Joshua Wesley Marksberry and a sister, Cassie Marksberry.
Private graveside services will be...
Donna Sue Mineer Zornes
Feb 27, 2026
Donna Sue Mineer-Zornes, a warm and loving presence in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on February 27, 2026, at home in Crittenden, KY, at the age of 75. Born on January 22, 1951 in Grant County, Kentucky, Sue’s life was a testament to resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family.
Early in her life, Sue grew up...
Elizabeth Wagner Hutson
Feb 26, 2026
Elizabeth Darlene Wagner Hutson, a Crittenden resident, passed away at her residence on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the age of 75. She was the widow of the late Johnny R. Hutson.
Elizabeth was born on November 6, 1950 to the late Robert E. Wagner and Dorothy King Wagner. She was a former cashier at Ameristop and a member of the...
Maxie Hubbard Riley
Feb 26, 2026
Maxie Hubbard Riley of Florence, KY was born June 23, 1933 in Crane Nest, KY and died Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Florence, KY at the age of 92.
She was the daughter of the late Joe C. and Nora Sasser Hubbard. On April 23, 1955 she was united in marriage to her husband James William Riley, who preceded her in...
John James Blythe
Feb 25, 2026
John James Blythe of Walton, KY was born June 22, 1942 in Columbus, OH and died Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in Florence, KY at the age of 83.
He was the son of the late John Harrison and America Crabtree Blythe. He was a former barber and retired Greyhound Terminal Dispatcher in Columbus and Cincinnati, OH. On February 3, 1962 he...
Pamela Jean "PJ" Parks
Feb 23, 2026
Pamela “PJ” Parks, 75, moved to her Heavenly home on Monday February 23, 2026 in her hometown of Williamstown. “PJ”, as she was lovingly known by everyone, was a godly woman who loved the Lord and her family and set an example for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a legacy that will lead them throughout their lives.
“PJ” was born in...
Gary Robert Story
Feb 23, 2026
Gary Robert Story was born March 26, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio and passed away February 23, 2026 at his residence in Verona, Kentucky at the age of 75.
On July 12, 1973 Gary was united in marriage to Brenda Joan Pelcher Story who preceded him in death in 2017. Gary is survived by two sons: Randy (Tammy) Naegele of Verona...
Patrick Allen Tiller
Feb 21, 2026
Patrick Allen Tiller, 52, entered his heavenly home on Saturday February 21, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 27, 1973 in Covington, KY, he was the son of Dora Lou Sims Tiller and the late James Claude Tiller.
Upon graduating from Grant Co. High School, Patrick entered Eastern University where he earned a Bachelor of...
Richard Alan Lozier
Feb 20, 2026
Richard Alan Lozier of Williamstown, KY was born December 9, 1957 in Covington, KY and died Friday, February 20, 2026 at his residence at the age of 68.
He was the son of the late Charles Edward and Gloria Ann Mills Lozier, he was a factory worker with several manufacturers in Northern Kentucky and a former member of the Kentucky National...
Dolores Martin Steger
Feb 20, 2026
Dolores Martin Steger, 40 days shy of her 100th birthday, of Williamstown, KY, entered into the presence of her Heavenly Father on Friday February 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, kindness and gentle strength. A devoted follower of Christ, she lived her life as a testimony of her belief, touching the hearts of many with her gentle smile...
Marilyn "Kay" Beagle Whaley
Feb 20, 2026
Marilyn "Kay" Beagle Whaley, a warm and loving presence in the lives of all who knew her, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in Williamstown, KY, at the age of 82. Born on April 2, 1943, in Mason, Kentucky, Kay's life was a testament to love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family.
Kay was a beloved wife to Marvin...
Donna Marie Cross
Feb 17, 2026
Donna Marie Souder Cross, 75, of Dry Ridge, KY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday February 17, 2026 at her residence. Born on June 19, 1950 in Grant County, KY, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Marie Breeden Souder.
On September 1, 1974, she was united in marriage to Dale William Cross; he survives. She was a graduate of...
Paul James Hellenberg
Feb 15, 2026
Paul James Hellenberg passed away quietly on February 15, 2026 at the age of 83.
He was born in Michigan on January 3, 1943, to Clare and Virginia Hellenberg. The family of then 5 moved to Racine, Wisconsin when he was 15. Paul graduated from Lutheran High School in 1961 and shortly after joined the army where he operated a printing...
Irvin "Geno" Eugene Hanna
Feb 14, 2026
Irvin Eugene Hanna, 87 of Dry Ridge, KY, passed away Saturday February 14, 2026 at his residence. Born on May 23, 1938 in Harrison County, KY, he was the son of the late Harold Raymond and Helen Mildred Noel Hanna.
On May 2, 1986 in Sarasota, FL, Irvin, known by many as “Geno” was united in marriage to the former Kathy...
Rosella "Rosie" June Lohr
Feb 14, 2026
Rosella “Rosie” June Lohr, 100, of Verona, KY entered her eternal home on Saturday February 14, 2026 at her residence. Born on September 7, 1925 in Milton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred E. Berkheiser Faubion.
“Rosie” as she was affectionately known, was born when Calvin Coolidge was President. She lived through World War II, the...
Sondra Gail Johnson Bailey
Feb 13, 2026
Sondra Gail Johnson Bailey of Verona, KY was born August 18, 1940 in Kenton County, KY and died Friday, February 13, 2026 in Edgewood, KY at the age of 85. She was the daughter of the late Raymond Wesley Johnson and Alberta Mullins Tobergte.
She was a homemaker and former deputy clerk with the Grant County Clerk’s Office and was a...
Emily Marcelle - Ellis
Feb 13, 2026
Emily Marcelle-Ellis of Florence, KY was born April 3, 1987 in Madison, IN and died Friday, February 13, 2026 in Edgewood, KY.
She was the daughter of the late Gilbert Harlan Marcelle and Valerie Lorene Bush of Florence. She was a caregiver to many, both young and old and was a TiKTok influencer. In addition to her biological father, she was...
Yvonne Sue Downing Woods
Feb 12, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Yvonne Sue Downing Woods, who departed this life on February 12, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospice in Edgewood, Kentucky. Born on December 3, 1942, in Ripley, Ohio, Yvonne made a significant impact on those around her through her warm spirit and loving nature.
Yvonne dedicated over twenty years of her...
Ronald Junior Draper
Feb 10, 2026
Ronald Junior Draper was born August 6, 1943 in Williamstown, Kentucky and passed away February 10, 2026 in Edgewood, Kentucky at the age of 82. He was the son of the late Homer William and Mary Ella Brooks Draper.
Ronnie was a retired long haul truck driver and drove for Sanbo, GE and Penske. He was a proud veteran of the...
