In Memoriam

Thomas Deddens passed away peacefully June 19.  In the early 20’s Tom ran and directed the Learning Bridge game on Tuesday nights.  It became one of the popular games at the club.  Many people said they continued learning bridge because of him.  He always enjoyed playing in the Home Style games with Elmer Hubka. Everyone…

Janet Rose, Esquire, passed away peacefully on May 17th, 2026, at the age of 90. Born October 13th, 1935, in Cincinnati, Ohio to parents Harry and Zelda Toby. She was a lifelong Cincinnatian, except for a brief stint in Cleveland during her childhood. She excelled in academics and was a proud alumnus of Walnut Hills High School.…

Sharing the sad news that Judy Ruehl passed away Saturday April 11.  For more information, please click on the following link:  Judith B. Ruehl Obituary April 11, 2026 – John H. Evans Funeral Home A Celebration of Life will be held on May 25, 2026, from 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM at Peaceful Valley, 1799…

Condolences We mourn the recent passing of Dr. Cecil “Herb” Schapera on April 1, 2026. Family and friends are invited to gather on Monday, April 6 at 10:00 a.m. at United Jewish Cemeteries, Montgomery location, 7885 Ivygate Lane, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242. Shiva details will be forthcoming and will be made available on the Weil Kahn…

Deborah (Debbie) Cummings succumbed to a massive stroke on Sunday November 23 at age 74 She was a special person in our bridge community and had many roles over the years: CBA board member, CBA manager, computer specialist, mentor, supplies manager, director, and master problem solver.  Over the years she received many calls at home…

Sheldon Kushner passed away on November 17.  He died peacefully while in the VA Hospice.  Sheldon was well known and beloved by many CBA players.  He was 102 and still playing remarkably good bridge till the very end. He had a great sense of humor, a keen intellect and a love of bridge which was…

Ruby Life Master Belen Suarez:  Belén R. Suárez Obituary September 28, 2025 – Hodapp Funeral Homes (Clicking “Read More” will open the message and enable the hyperlink to view the obituary)

Betty Murphy:  Betty Murphy Obituary – The Cincinnati Enquirer

John Burpee:  https://www.tuftsschildmeyer.com/obituaries/John-Chapin-Burpee?obId=43053929

Justina Clendening https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/oh/holland/justina-c-clendening-19656265