Obituaries

Melissa R. Thompson-Blessing

Melissa R. Thompson-Blessing

Mar 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Melissa Thompson Blessing, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 4, 2025. Born on December 23, 1974, Melissa was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, known for her positive personality, kindness, and infectious laughter.

She had a passion for being a cosmetologist and possessed a...

Steven R. Whitson

Steven R. Whitson

Feb 27, 2025

Steven Randolph “Twig” Whitson of Cincinnati, Ohio died Thursday, February 27, 2025. Steven was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Loretta Rose (Schooler) and Raymond Lavon Whitson on May 23,1950. He grew up in Northbrook and graduated from Mt. Healthy High School. He earned an A.S. in Energy Management from the University of Cincinnati. After 35 years of dedicated service, he...

Timothy F. Mclaughlin

Timothy F. Mclaughlin

Feb 25, 2025

Timothy Francis McLaughlin (T-Mac), 62, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He is survived by his two sons, Ian McLaughlin (Melissa) and Dylan McLaughlin (Courtney), and his beloved granddaughter, Briella McLaughlin. He is survived by his former spouse, Barbara McLaughlin; his brother, Thomas McLaughlin (Karen), and his sisters, Marianne McLaughlin, Colleen Jett (Justin), and Sue McLaughlin (Jay).

 Tim earned his...

Gregory C. Niehaus

Gregory C. Niehaus

Feb 21, 2025

Gregory C. "Bo" Niehaus III passed away on February 21, 2025, at the age of 65. He was preceded in death by his father, Gregory C. Niehaus, Jr. Bo is survived by his loving mother, Sally; his children, Gregory C. Niehaus IV (Carly) and his son Gregory V, Jenna Butler (Alex) and their son Theodore, and Jake Niehaus (Jade). He...

Robert K. Roeller

Robert K. Roeller

Feb 20, 2025

Robert K. Roeller, age 88, passed away on February 20, 2025. Married to the late Marilyn J. Roeller (nee Bosch). Survived by his children, R. Kenneth (Connie) Roeller, R. Khristopher (Kelli) Roeller, Rene Kathleen Roeller and 1 grandchild, Jacob L. Roeller. “Bob” was an attorney for 50+ years that made a good living by constantly thinking “outside the box”. He...

Robert J. Ransick

Robert J. Ransick

Feb 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bob Ransick

RANSICK, Robert J., beloved husband of 51 years to Mary Carol (nee Tiernan), who preceded him in death. Loving father of the late Terri Ransick-Bass. Survived by Jackie (Randy) Anderson, Robert Ransick (Blake Goble) and Julie (Seth) Thompson. Devoted grandfather of Zoey, Elizabeth, Alex, Hazel, and Nick and great grandfather of Jane. Dear sister of...

Charles W. Buckner

Charles W. Buckner

Feb 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles W. Buckner, age 74, on February 18, 2025. Beloved husband of Theresa M. Buckner (nee Knecht). Loving father of Karen, Chuck (Shannon), Joe (Shannon), Lisa (Joe) and Dana (Bryan). Proud “Papa” of Will, Drew, Saul, Mae, Logan, Rory, Mac, Ethan and Rosie. Also survived by many caring relatives...

Patricia J Overberg

Patricia J Overberg

Feb 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Patricia (Patty) Overberg nee Rauen, who passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 72 after battling kidney disease and complications from heart issues. 

She was married to the love of her life, Bill, for over 50 years. While being a wife and a mother were part of her...

Donna S. Pennekamp

Donna S. Pennekamp

Feb 11, 2025

Donna Pennekamp (Simpson) born on January 25, 1958 passed away peacefully; surrounded by her family and loved ones on February 11, 2025 at the age of 67. Preceded in death by her parents Edgar (Ed) and Mary Simpson (Pate) and her sisters Barbara Simpson and Bonnie Watkins (Simpson). Loving wife to Rick Pennekamp for 48 years who together raised three children:...

Thomas E. Schulte

Thomas E. Schulte

Feb 10, 2025

Thomas E. Schulte, affectionately known as Tom, passed away at the age of 75 on February 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, Peggy. A Cincinnati native, he was born on November 15, 1949, to the late Edward and Alice Schulte. Tom's life was marked not only by his personal achievements but also by the deep connections...

Vernon R. Tinsley

Vernon R. Tinsley

Feb 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Vernon R. Tinsley, age 89, on February 10, 2025. He is preceded in death by his beloved wives, Bertie Tinsley (nee Kohake), and Margaret (Peggy) Tinsley (nee Nolan).

Vernon was a loving father to David (Lisa) Tinsley, Maria (Greg) Hoy, and Scott (Karla) Colegate. He was a proud grandfather to...

Robert F Vonderahe

Robert F Vonderahe

Feb 8, 2025

Vonderahe, Robert Francis, Sr beloved husband for 63 years to Nancy (Ridge), loving father to Robert Vonderahe Jr, Cathleen Lamping (Kurt), and Michael Vonderahe (Estelle). Grandfather to Allison Blincoe (Tyler), Nicholas Lamping (Hannah), Macara Vonderahe (Spencer), Elizabeth Lamping, Evan Vonderahe and Maggie Vonderahe. Great grandfather “Bob” to Louis and Elliott. Brother to Mary Carol Scarbrough and Brother to the late...

Margaret Mary Langenbrunner

Margaret Mary Langenbrunner

Feb 3, 2025

Margaret (Marge) Langenbrunner (nee Harris), born on February 7th, 1922, passed away peacefully at the age of 102, leaving behind a legacy of Faith, Love and Selfless service. A devout Catholic and loyal wife to her late husband, Robert F. Langenbrunner, with whom she built a life filled with Love, Laughter and Devotion. She was a cherished mother to Jack...

Kellie Lynn Ruhe

Kellie Lynn Ruhe

Feb 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Kellie Lynn Ruhe

Kellie Lynn Ruhe. Soulmate of Joe Schoenung. Proceeded in death by her parents Donald J Ruhe and Anna M Sala, her sister Rhonda Klawitter and brother Charlie Sala. Loving mother of Kenneth MIKE Whitworth and Grandmother of 1 Grandson. Survived by her siblings Peggy (sis) and Sonny Schulthies, Nancy and John Dittelberger, Dan and...

Vincent Carvitti

Vincent Carvitti

Jan 25, 2025

Vincent Carvitti left this world after a long battle with illness on January 25th , 2025 at the age of 69. He was a man of faith and integrity as well as humor, spending every cherished moment with his loved ones. He had a passion for sports, in particular baseball, umpiring, playing tennis and volleyball. His unwavering passion for Elder...

Rita M. Noe

Rita M. Noe

Jan 20, 2025

Rita (Nee: Strotman) Noe. Beloved wife of late Jack Sr. Loving mom of Jack (Karen) Noe Jr., Bob (Angel) Noe, Lisa (Eric) Feist, Michelle (Jim) Oaks. Devoted grandma of Sam Carroll, Trey Noe, Josh (Katie) Kappen, Justin Kappen, Kayla Kappen and Alex Feist and step grandma of Kayla Oaks and CJ Oaks. Also preceded in death by daughters Barb (Mike)...

Maria R Redden

Maria R Redden

Jan 19, 2025

Maria Raffellea Mazzei Redden, born on October 14, 1950, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at her home in Cincinnati. She was 74 years old.

Maria was the beloved wife of Larry Redden, with whom she shared 42 years of marriage after their union on May 22, 1982. She was a retired Public Safety Dispatcher at Jewish...

Donald L. Kelly

Donald L. Kelly

Jan 13, 2025

Donald L. Kelly, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather was born on October 10, 1936, in Falmouth, Kentucky and passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2025. Donald leaves behind his wife of 61 years Louise (Dene), his children, David (Kristen) Kelly, Tim (Sue) Kelly, Mary (Gregg) Hovis, and Kathy (Darrell)Thayer. He loved and adored his grandchildren, Olivia, Katie, Ryan,...

Claire Ann Piening

Claire Ann Piening

Jan 13, 2025

Claire was married for 61 years to the late Albert Piening. She was the daughter of the late Fred Rolfes Sr. and the late Ruth (Schroeder) Rolfes. Claire was a loving sister to Mary Palmer and was preceded in death by siblings Rosemary Rolfes, Robert Rolfes, Fred Rolfes Jr., and Joan Bacon. Claire was the loving and cherished mother to...

Lawrence "Larry" M. Noel Jr.

Lawrence "Larry" M. Noel Jr.

Jan 7, 2025

Lawrence “Larry” M. Noel Jr., of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away suddenly on January 7, 2025 at the age of 80. Born on January 19, 1944, in Lynchburg, Virginia. Among his various occupations, Larry was proud to have served his country as an Army Reservist. While living in Cincinnati, he met his wife, Donna, at Guys & Dolls Nightclub. 

Larry and Donna...