Information adapted from the NKY Tribune article by Judy Clabes on Past KCRWC President, Eileen Harper. Link to full article is below.
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor
Eileen Harper, 88, of Crestview Hills, passed away on Sunday, March 29, St. Elizabeth Hospital in Ft. Thomas.
She and her husband, Ken Harper, were icons in the Republican Party for many years. Ken served as Kentucky’s Secretary of State and as a state representative for many years, and Eileen was there throughout long years of public service and influence. They married in May, 1953.
Eileen Kathman Harper was past president of the Covington Ro-Anns and the Kenton County Jaycee Wives, and past chairman of the Kenton County Republican Executive Committee, past chairman of Republican Women’s Club and past chairman and co-chair of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Bishop’s Seminary Ball, past chairman of the Kenton County Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s’ Organization and past president of Thomas More College Women’s Guild, and as a board member of Sanitation District No. 1.
She graduated from Notre Dame Academy and was employed by the Adams, Brooking, Stepner, Woltermann and Dusing law firm for many years.
Eileen received the Kentucky Educational Television (KET) Public Service Award in 2016 and the Behringer-Crawford Museum’s Two-Headed Calif Award-Special Recognition Award in 2018. That annual award is now named for Ken and Eileen Harper.
She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell.
Survivors in addition to her devoted husband of nearly 67 years include sons, Gregory Harper of Portland, ME, Scott (Kate) Harper of Florence, Glenn (Paula) Harper of Covington, Bryan (Janet) Harper of Burlington; daughter, Lesley (Victor) Hugo of Covington; sisters, Audrey (Donald) Schmidt of Mt. Washington, OH, and Evelyn (Richard) Lohr of Cold Spring; seven grandchildren, Andrew, John, Mitchell, Kole Fienauer, Keirstin Feinauer, Stephanie Zeidler and Nathan Zeidler; and two great-grandchildren, Aaron and Elliot Silber.
To protect the wellness of family and friends, a memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Blessed Sacrament after COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted.
Eileen is counted among NKY’s deaths related to coronavirus-19. Though she was in ill health otherwise, she was among those most vulnerable to the virus. Her husband is currently under quarantine.
Her son Scott says — which will surprise no one who knew Eileen — that “In her last few days, she was so concerned that she would give this virus to someone — family, friend, healthcare worker . . . She would want it to be said that she fully supported the message of social distancing and following the recommended guidelines to protect yourself.”
So Eileen Harper gets the last word: Stay safe at home, wash your hands, and keep your social distance.
Full article: https://www.nkytribune.com/2020/04/eileen-harper-88-wife-of-former-rep-ken-harper-for-67-years-dies-of-coronavirus-complications/
We have recently learned of the August 2019 passing of our longtime member and Honoree, Edna Whitus.
She was a member of Felts Chapel United Methodist Church. While she was a devoted U.K. Wildcat basketball fan and a very active member of the Republican Women’s Club, her greatest joy was her family whom she cherished.
In addition to her father and mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Coy Whitus; three brothers: Lloyd Clark, Norman Clark, and Bill Clark; and her sister, Zora Watts. She leaves behind her daughter, Priscilla Ann Gipe; son, Jerry Whitus and wife Imogene; grandson, Robert A. Gipe and wife Sandy; and great-granddaughter, Alyssa Gipe. She is also survived by several sisters/brothers-in-law, other relatives, and numerous friends. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Funeral services were held on August 20, 2019. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to either Corinth Cemetery Fund (Cumberland Valley National Bank P.O. Box 709 London, KY 40743) or Felts Chapel Cemetery Fund (Burlyn Calder 451 Scenic View Drive Corbin, KY 40701). Messages of condolence may be left at www.hartfhcorbin.com.
- Date
- January 1, 1970
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While we can’t meet in person with each other yet, you can find our latest newsletter here: KCRWC Newsletter May 2020 vol3
Also, please find the Kenton County Ballot for the new primary date of June 23, 2020 here: 2020 PRIMARY Kenton County Composite Ballot
Stay well!
- Date
- April 25, 2020
- Time
- 9:00am until 11:00am
- Cost
- Adults 12 & up $10.00, Children 11 and under $5
- Location
- Edgewood Senior Center in Freedom Park
550 Freedom Park Dr.
Edgewood, Kentucky 41017 - Directions
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Join us for our 6th Annual Pancake Breakfast co-hosted by the Kenton County Republican Women’s Club and the Northern Kentucky Young Republicans on April 25th! It’s Kentucky Derby themed! 🐎
Adults $10 Children $5 (under 12). Tickets can be purchased by clicking here and scrolling down to find pancakes!
The event is April 25th from 9am-11am at the Edgewood Senior Center, 550 Freedom Park Dr, Edgewood, Kentucky 41017
Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Contact Sherry at president@kcrwc.org or Casmir for sponsorship inquiries.
We hope to see you at our event!
CANCELLED March KCRWC luncheon meeting will be on 3.23.20 SAVE THE DATE – more info to follow!
- Date
- March 23, 2020
- Time
- 11:30am registration table opens with the program beginning at noon until 1:30pm
- Cost
- $18.00
- Location
- The Oriental Wok
317 Buttermilk Pike
Lakeside Park, KY 41017 - Directions
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Read our KCRWC Newsletter 3.3.2020 Issue 2 here!
- Date
- February 24, 2020
- Time
- Registration begins at 6:30pm with the program beginning at 7:00pm
- Cost
- $20.00
- Location
- Life Learning Center
West 18th Street
Covington, KY, 41011 - Directions
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Please join us on Monday evening, 2/24 for our dinner meeting held at the Life Learning Center!
Registration table opens at 6:30pm and our program will begin at 7pm. The cost is $20.
Our speaker is Michael R. Gieske, MD. He is a Lead Physician with St Elizabeth and the Director of Lung Cancer Screening and Prevention. Dr. Gieske will be providing update/overview of the new cancer center and then expand on the lung cancer program.
We will also have the lovely and talented massage therapist, Jackie Adams, offering 5 minute chair massages.
The menu for this event will be Italian Fare: Vegetable Primavera, Chicken Alfredo, salad, garlic bread, dessert, and non alcoholic beverages.
We hope to see you there!
Please R.S.V.P. via e-mail to: kcrwcinfo@gmail.com or phone at 859-655-9640
**Please Note: RSVPs must be received by 5pm 2/20/2020 and Facebook RSVPS cannot be accepted.**
- Date
- January 27, 2020
- Time
- Registration table opens at 11:30am, program begins at noon until 1:30pm
- Cost
- $18.00
- Location
- Oriental Wok
317 Buttermilk Pike
Lakeside Park, KY 41017 - Directions
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To read our Jan. 2020 newsletter, click on the link here: KCRWC Newsletter January 2020 Final
The 2020 Executive Committee has been busy planning engaging speakers and social events! It’s a pleasure to serve the Republican Party and the wonderful women of the Kenton County Republican Women’s Club. Thank you for your confidence as we look forward to an exciting year!
Please join us for our January 27, 2020 meeting at the Oriental Wok, Ft. Mitchell, with the registration table opening up at 11:30 a.m.!
Our speaker will be State Senator Chris McDaniel. We’ll be finding out about the goings on of the current legislative session in Frankfort!
Registration at the Oriental Wok on Buttermilk Pike begins at 11:30 a.m., with the meeting beginning at noon. The cost for dinner is $18.00. Lunch choices will be: Sesame Chicken or Sweet and Sour Chicken.
Please remember, if you have special food needs or a dietary restriction, please let a server know when you arrive.
Please R.S.V.P. via e-mail to: kcrwcinfo@gmail.com or phone at 859-655-9640
Reservations must be made by Wednesday, January 22nd @ 5 p.m.!
Remember to fill out the 2020 Membership form and mail or bring to our meeting on 1/27/20 if you have not already done so!
- Date
- November 22, 2019
- Time
- 6:30pm until 9:30pm
- Cost
- $40
- Location
- Ft. Mitchell Country Club
250 Fort Mitchell Ave
Fort Mitchell, KY 41011 - Directions
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- Date
- September 23, 2019
- Time
- 6:30pm until 9:30pm
- Cost
- $10.00
- Location
- Goodridge's Black Barn Farm
12232 Madison Pike
Independence, KY 41051 - Directions
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2019 Chili Cook Off Invite_FINAL
Join us on Monday September 23, 2019 at 6:30pm
at Goodridge’s Black Barn Farm ~ 12232 Madison Pike in Independence, KY.
RSVP to membership@kcrwc.org or text Rebecca at 513-515-4009 by Friday, September 20th.
Bring a guest ~ family, friends & neighbors welcome!
$10/attendee gets you chili, corn bread, drink & toppings bar! *drink = tea, lemonade and water
WE HAVE INVITED ALL KENTON COUNTY REPUBLICAN LEGISLATORS, ELECTED OFFICIALS AND 2019 CANDIDATES TO JOIN US FOR A FUN EVENING OF CHILI, CAMPAIGNING AND CAMARADERIE!
They will be bringing a large pot of their homemade chili for all to judge and vote on!
Prizes For: Fan favorite, Most Original and Bringing the heat!
See you on September 23rd!
FYI – Barn is right after Peecox Bar and grill!
- Date
- February 25, 2019
- Time
- Registration begins at 6:00pm, program at 6:30pm until 9:00pm
- Cost
- $15/pp
- Location
- Braxton Brewery
27 W. 7th Street
Covington, KY 41011 - Directions
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Registration begins at 6:00 PM, and the program will begin at 6:30 PM at Braxton Brewery at 27 W. 7th Street in Covington!
Please wear red to support women’s health and you will be entered to win a prize. Additionally, bring a friend and you will be entered into the centerpiece give away.
The cost of the event is $15.00. This cost will include heavy hors d’oeuvres. There will also be a cash bar available.
Please RSVP, via e-mail to: membership@kcrwc.org. You may also text Cindy at (502) 500-7003. Facebook RSVP’s do not count as an official RSVP.
Click here for the Braxton website: http://www.braxtonbrewing.com/
