Obituaries
Grant County and Northern Kentucky Obituaries
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...
Bonnie Darlene Howard Woodyard
Feb 9, 2026
Mrs. Bonnie Darlene Woodyard of Owenton, KY left this world for her eternal home, at her residence, while surrounded by her family on Monday, February 9, 2026. Bonnie was born on December 7, 1943 in Owenton, KY to the late John Wilfred Howard and Zelma Irene Todd Turner. Bonnie graduated from Owen County High School at the age of 16....
Eva Lois Marshall Hopper
Feb 5, 2026
Eva Lois Hopper, a cherished member of the community and a retired librarian known for her dedication to knowledge and history, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Grant County, Kentucky. Born on July 31, 1941, in Cordova, Kentucky, Eva Lois lived a life rich with experiences that shaped not only her own journey but...
Leonard Frank Prokopchak
Feb 4, 2026
Leonard Frank Prokopchak, SFC USA Retired. May 21, 1948 - February 4, 2026, passed with his daughters holding his hands in Lexington, KY.
Leonard was preceded in death by his grandson, Nicholas A. Prokopchak and his mother and father, Michael J. Prokopchak MAJ, USAF Retired and Edna M. Prokopchak. He is survived by his three children: Lesa M. (Scott) Prokopchak-Peters of...
Lesa Anne Pelfrey
Feb 3, 2026
Lesa Anne Pelfrey, 65, of Okeechobee, Florida, previously of Dry Ridge, Kentucky, tragically passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from injuries sustained during a motor vehicle collision in Okeechobee.
She was born December 7, 1960 in Owenton, Kentucky to the late Harold Pelfrey and Anna Barnett Pelfrey and was a 1977 graduate of Grant County High School.
Lesa had a successful sales...
Virginia Nix
Feb 3, 2026
Amanda “Virginia” Nix, 93, of Owenton, KY, moved to her heavenly home on Tuesday February 3, 2026 from the Grant Center in Williamstown. Born on April 29, 1932 in Grant County, KY; she was the daughter of the late Solomon King and Mary Elizabeth Elliott Brown.
On July 22, 1950 she was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” Nix; he preceded her...
James Wesley Hall, Jr.
Feb 2, 2026
James Wesley Hall, Jr. was born May 15, 1975 in Cincinnati, Ohio and passed away February 2, 2026 in Williamstown, Kentucky at the age of 50. He was the son of James Wesley Holder and the late Linda Sue Hall Holder.
James was self-employed and had his own autobody shop. Even when not working he enjoyed cars and trucks, especially square...
Margaret Wilson Christner Williams
Feb 2, 2026
Margaret Wilson Christner Williams of Walton, KY was born October 17, 1928 in Benton Harbor, MI and died Tuesday, February 2, 2026 in Edgewood, KY at the age of 97.
She was the daughter of the late Harry Otis and Margaret Belle Dilley Wilson. She was a homemaker and a member of the Methodist Church of Berrien Springs, MI. She was...
Linda Lee Sebastian
Feb 2, 2026
Linda Lee Sebastian was born April 11, 1949 in Covington, Kentucky and passed away February 2, 2026 in Lawrenceburg, IN at the age of 76. She was the daughter of the late William B. and Mary Poole Donovan.
Linda was a graduate of Walton-Verona High School and retired as a machine tender for Equitable Bag after 30 years of dedicated work....
Kenneth Allen Howe
Feb 2, 2026
Kenneth Allen Howe, born on October 3, 1959, in Covington, Kentucky, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Crittenden, Kentucky. A former fork lift operator for Continental Web, Kenneth was an outgoing man known for his vibrant personality and a great sense of humor that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Throughout life, Kenneth developed a passion for...
Camille Love McClanahan
Feb 1, 2026
Camille Love McClanahan, 40, of Williamstown, KY, passed away tragically on February, 1, 2026. Born on June 30th, 1985. She was the daughter of Linda Jean Brinegar-Donato of Manchester, KY and Gary Wayne “Pup” Woods of Maynardville, TN.
On September 19, 2009 she was united in marriage to Joey Anthony McClanahan. Camille worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Grant Co....
Stephen Richard Rowland
Feb 1, 2026
Stephen Richard Rowland, a beloved member of his community, passed away on February 1, 2026, in Dry Ridge, Kentucky, at the age of 71. Born on June 16, 1954, in Essex, England, Stephen's journey led him to the United States, where he ultimately made a cherished life for himself.
Stephen dedicated over 15 years of his career to the garden center...
Marjorie "Margie" Johns
Feb 1, 2026
Marjorie Johns, 95, of Milford, OH, entered her eternal home on February 1, 2026 in Milford, OH. Born on March 18, 1930 in Wolfe County, KY; she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Polly Ann Mullins.
On April 14, 1945, “Margie", as she was lovingly known, was united in marriage to Alfred C. Johns; he preceded her in death on...
David Alan Lowe
Jan 31, 2026
David Alan Lowe of Elsmere, KY was born November 30, 1955 in Williamstown, KY and died January 31, 2026 in Florence, KY at the age of 70.
He was the son of the late Emerson and Mildred Neal Lowe. He was a book sorter with Thompson Learning, and a member at the Mason Baptist Church. David was always quoting Luke 21:19,...
Richard "Rick" Wayne Menefee
Jan 29, 2026
Richard "Rick" Wayne Menefee, a Demossville resident, passed away at his residence on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at the age of 61. He was the husband of Christa Perry Menefee.
Rick was born on April 3, 1964 in Covington, KY to the late Ira Meneffee, Jr. and Ruby Rose Justice Menefee. He was a former maintenance technician for Flying J's truck...
Barbara "Barb" Ellen Doyle
Jan 27, 2026
Barbara "Barb" Ellen Doyle, born on June 9, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at Bellmont Terrace in Florence, Kentucky. She was 92 years old and leaves behind a legacy of passion, adventure, and dedication to education.
Barb enjoyed a remarkable 31-year career as a school teacher, primarily at the historic Columbian School in Avondale, and...
Judy Karen Billiter
Jan 27, 2026
Judy Karen Billiter, 73, Owenton, KY, passed away Tuesday January 27, 2026 at Owenton Center. Born in Huntington, WV, on July 31, 1952, she was the daughter of the late James and Thelma Artrip Sawyers.
Judy worked for many years in Food Service with the Grant County Board of Education. Her favorite pastimes included shopping, visiting the Great Smoky Mountains, and walking...
Barbara "Barb" Meredith Webb
Jan 26, 2026
Barbara "Barb" Jean Meredith Webb, a Crittenden resident, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at her residence at the age of 80. She was the widow of the late Isaac "Spider" Edward Webb.
Barb was born on December 13, 1945 in Chicago, IL, to the late Robert and Helen Rew Meredith. She graduated from Linden McKinley high school in Columbus,...
Linda Darlene Harris
Jan 24, 2026
Linda Darlene Harris of Williamstown, KY was born Oct. 5, 1974 in Lexington, KY and died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 at her residence in Williamstown at the age of 51.
She was the daughter of Raymond Harris and the late Sheila Fay Kelly Roberts, and she was a Nurses Aid at the Colonial Hights Nursing Home in Florence.
Surviving are 4 sons,...
