Obituaries

GENEVA FERN BOCKERSTETTE

GENEVA FERN BOCKERSTETTE

Geneva Fern Bockerstette, 94

Butler — Geneva Fern Bockerstette, 94, of Butler, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026.She was born in Pendleton County on September 5, 1931, daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Reed Courtney.
ELSTUN BOBB

ELSTUN BOBB

Elstun Newkirk Bobb, 91

Maysville — It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elstun Newkirk Bobb, who was born on April 24, 1934, to Elizabeth and Lee Bobb in Butler, Kentucky. Elstun peacefully departed this life on February 3, 2026, at Hospice of Hope in Maysville, Kentucky.
BETTY LOU OWEN

BETTY LOU OWEN

Betty Lou Owen, 85

BATAVIA, OH — Betty Lou Owen, 85, of Batavia, OH, formerly of Alexandera, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026, at Hospice of Cincinnati East. She was born in Demossville, on November 21, 1940, the daughter of the late Bradford and Bonnetta Mullins Piner.

Military services for Hamilton

Military services were held Wednesday, January 21, 2026,  for James “Jim” Hamilton, 88, US Navy.American Legion Post 109 held full military services for Mr. Hamilton, at Cookendorfer Family Cemetery, Kincaid Lake State Park.To James “Jim” Hamilton we honor you and salute you.
CONNIE BRESSLER

CONNIE BRESSLER

Connie R. Bressler, 74

Falmouth — Connie R. Bressler, 74, of Falmouth, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Hospice of Cincinnati.Surviving her are her children, Brian Bressler and Jennifer Griffin.Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Online condolences can be submitted at www.peoplesfuneralhomes.
BERNADINE COOPER

BERNADINE COOPER

Bernadine Elaine Cooper, 68

Berry — Bernadine Elaine Cooper, 68, of Berry, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Harrison Memorial Hospital.Surviving her are her husband, Ronnie Jones; daughters, Kadie (Charles Hedges) Hicks and Crisy (Jim) McNulty.Visitation will be held 12-2 p.m.
VIVIAN SNODGRASS

VIVIAN SNODGRASS

Vivian Carol Snodgrass, 96

Cold Spring — Vivian Carol Snodgrass, 96, of Cold Spring, formerly of Falmouth, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at the St. Elizabeth Hospice Care Center in Edgewood.Surviving her are  host of extended family and friends.
THOMAS TAYLOR

THOMAS TAYLOR

Thomas James Taylor, 72

Butler — Thomas James Taylor, 72, of Butler, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at his home. He proudly served his country as a Navy veteran, an experience that shaped his strong work ethic and sense of duty.Surviving him are his wife, Judy Taylor; and son, Tony Taylor.
MAY ANN AMMERMAN

MAY ANN AMMERMAN

May Ann Ammerman, 84

Butler — May Ann Ammerman, 84, of Butler, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Ft. Thomas. She was born in Butler, on May 3, 1941, to the late Harry L. and Opel Fardo CaldwellMay Ann was a member of the Mt.
JERRY BEAGLE

JERRY BEAGLE

Jerry Lynn Beagle, 85

Cordova — Jerry Lynn Beagle, 85, of Cordova, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his home.  Born on June 28, 1940, in Pendleton County, he was a son of the late Hubert Earl and Margaret Alene Pulliam Beagle.