Obituaries
Grant County and Northern Kentucky Obituaries
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...
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....
