OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Hamilton City, Butler County, Ohio
The obituaries in the BUTLER COUNTY Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity OF HAMILTON CITY'S history and identity.
Ronald R. Harrison
Jul 12, 2025
Ronald R. “Ronny” Harrison, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at Golden Years Nursing Home on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Ronny was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 14, 1934, to William Harrison and Mildred (Laws) Harrison. Ronny worked at Champion Papers for 35 years. He went to OMI and got his apprenticeship in refrigeration. He belonged to the...
Barbara Lee Rhoads
Jul 12, 2025
Barbara Lee Rhoads, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Known to most as Barb, she was born in Hartford City, Indiana on November 12, 1948 to the late Mike and Helen (Marshall) Willman. Barb grew up in Greenville, Ohio and went on to attend Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where she earned her engineering...
Catherine M. Wolke
Jul 9, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved “Ado,” a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Catherine M. Wolke, age 102, of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on September 16, 1922, the daughter of Bernard and Katherine (Webber) Lubbers.
Catherine was employed...
David R. Morgan
Jul 8, 2025
David R. Morgan, age 87 of West Chester, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born in Leslie County, Kentucky on October 13, 1937 the son of Carl and Myrtle (Mosley) Morgan. David was employed as a truck driver for Columbia Oil for forty years and then was employed at Kroger for another fourteen...
Bobbi Jo Campbell
Jul 8, 2025
Bobbi Jo Campbell, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born in Cincinnati on August 7, 1975 to the late Ronald “Joe” Fry and Valerie Lynn Baker. She was a loyal member of the Hamilton Eagles Lodge #407 and the Middletown Moose Lodge #501.
Bobbi Jo is survived by...
John Lewis Stringer
Jul 8, 2025
John Lewis Stringer, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Heritage Springs Nursing Home on Tuesday July 8, 2025. He was born in New Miami, OH on December 16, 1944 to Thomas and Beatrice Stringer. John was quiet with a big personality. In his youth, he enjoyed playing football for New Miami High School and swimming at Booker T. Washington...
Donna Louise Barrett
Jul 8, 2025
Donna Louise Barrett, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by family at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Donna was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 7, 1946 to Tracy and Marie (Horn) Chaney. She graduated from New Miami High School. Donna retired from Couch’s Market after many years. On September 30, 1999, Donna married Mike Barrett....
Marjorie Rose
Jul 6, 2025
Marjorie B. Rose, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Marjorie was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on April 27, 1939 to Albert Schofield and Louise (Powell) Schofield. She served in the Salvation Army as a bookkeeper and a commissioned officer for 40 years. Marjorie was an avid reader who loved helping others and baking. Her grandchildren...
Janet O'Connor
Jul 5, 2025
Janet M. O'Connor, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Janet was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 6, 1962 to Charles and Catherine Doll. She loved her family, Diet Coke, and reading. Janet was the best mom and wife.
Janet is survived by her husband of 36 years, Joseph O'Connor; her son, Devin O'Connor; sister, Debbie...
Steve "Smitty" Smith Sr.
Jul 3, 2025
Howard S. Smith Sr., age 68 of Hamilton, passed away at Heritage Springs Nursing Home on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Known to most as Steve or ‘Smitty’, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 11, 1956 to the late Howard and Judy (Morris) Smith. Steve was a dispatcher and driver for AC Trucking for over 35 years. He enjoyed...
Wesley Metcalf
Jul 3, 2025
Wesley Metcalf, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Christ Hospital on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born in Oneida, Kentucky on March 3, 1947 the son of Odus and Hazel (Powell) Metcalf. Wesley was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Army from 1966 to 1968. He was employed in coating preparation at International Paper for more...
Virginia Ann Schlensker
Jul 2, 2025
Virginia Ann Schlensker, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Virginia was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 23, 1936 to Herbert and Mae Bittinger. Virginia was a home maker and took pride in raising her two sons.
Virginia is survived by her sons, Bob (Kelly Cochran) Schlensker and Tom Schlensker; her grandson,...
Betty Rucker
Jul 1, 2025
Betty (Webb) Rucker, age 86 of Oxford, Ohio, passed away at Woodland Country Manor in Somerville, Ohio on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Betty was born in Camden, Ohio on August 4, 1938, to the late Mason and Goldie (Allen) Webb. Betty and Frank were married for 69 years.
Betty is survived by her husband, Frank Rucker; her children, Randy (Carol Fargo)...
Rickey Thomas Larkin Jr.
Jun 29, 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Rickey Thomas Larkin Jr., who died on June 29, 2025, in Butler County, Ohio, at the age of 35.
Born on November 26, 1989, Rickey was a remarkably intelligent and compassionate soul whose life was marked by deep curiosity and a thoughtful spirit. He was a Ph.D. candidate (ABD) in the Department of...
Roger Smallwood
Jun 28, 2025
Roger D. Smallwood, age 55 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Roger was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 31, 1969 to Larry Smallwood and Rita (Weidle) Smallwood. He was the President of Operations at R&L Electronics for over 40 years. Roger enjoyed HAM radio, conversations with people around the world, travelling, gambling and socializing with friends...
Janice McKinney
Jun 28, 2025
Janice McKinney, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Family and friends sang at her side about Heaven and then she went on to be with the Lord. Janice was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 14, 1952 to Bailey and Lillian (Tatum) Relliford.
Janice was an Executive Secretary for Ohio Casualty and retired...
James W. "Jay" Williams
Jun 27, 2025
James W. “Jay” Williams, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away with his wife by his side on Friday, June 27, 2025. Jay was born in Berry, Kentucky on January 14, 1932 to Ambrose and Onie Williams. Jay served in the United States Army during the Korean War. On December 24, 1950, he married Betty Brown, who preceded him in death...
Edward "Eddie" Peters III
Jun 24, 2025
Edward Peters III, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Eddie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 25, 1960 to Edward Jr. and Doris Jane (Mollberg) Peters. Eddie graduated from Lakota High School in 1978. Eddie obtained his real estate license through the University of Cincinnati and his license in heating and...
Pastor Rich Webb
Jun 23, 2025
Pastor Rich Webb, a devoted servant of God, loving husband, cherished dad, proud “Pap”, dedicated son, beloved brother and faithful friend, passed peacefully and received Heaven’s ultimate reward on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the age of 72. Pastor Rich is survived by his loving wife Sheila, his children Jessica and Ross, his grandchildren Austin and Sophie, his brothers Bob...
Linda Castle
Jun 21, 2025
Linda Castle, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Saturday, June 21, 2025, with her loving husband by her side. Linda was born in Richmond, Indiana on February 8, 1954, to the late Louis and Mary Elizabeth (Durham) Schoonover. She moved to Fairfield at a young age and attended business school briefly before going to work...
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