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.
Kathy Lynn Smith
Jun 12, 2025
Kathy Lynn Smith “Our Sunshine”, age 64 of Hamilton, on Thursday, June 12, 2025, her faith became sight. Kathy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 17, 1960 to Carl and Elizabeth Campbell. On September 16, 1978, she married the love of her life, Ronald Edward Smith. On October 25, 1980 she became a mother. At the age of 20,...
Tony Ashton
Jun 8, 2025
Tony Ashton, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, June 8, 2025, with his loving family at his side. Tony was born in Middletown, Ohio on January 31, 1951, to the late Ray and Betty Jane (Rizzo) Ashton. Tony worked at AK Steel for over 37 years. After his time at the steel mill, Tony...
Kathleen Bowling
Jun 6, 2025
Kathleen Bowling, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, June 6, 2025. Kathy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 9, 1943 to Martin Judd and Gladys (Stewart) Farris. She was a loving mother and sister, and a friend to many. Kathy had an immense love for her family and friends, especially her “girls”...
Melvena A. Isaacs
Jun 6, 2025
Melvena A. Isaacs, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. Melvena was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 24, 1959 to Levi Isaacs and Nettie (Cox) Isaacs. She enjoyed keeping journals, watching TV and listening to her radio. Melvena loved hugs, her great-nieces and nephews, candy, and toilet paper. She was a Christian and loved...
Paron "Kurt" Kesner, Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Paron “Kurt” Kesner, Jr., age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton with his loving family at his side on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Known to most as Kurt, he was born in Cumberland, Maryland on January 31,1950 to the late Paron, Sr. and Myrtle (Lark) Kesner. As a young man, Kurt moved to London, KY for an...
Kenneth Carberry
Jun 1, 2025
Kenneth William Carberry, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Sunday, June 1, 2025. Kenneth was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 18, 1954 to William and Ruby (Gross) Carberry. He retired after 40 years of service from Pepsi Co. as a truck driver. Kenny loved spending time with friends and family. He enjoyed playing...
Mary F. Conlin
May 31, 2025
Mary F. Conlin, age 100 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Mary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 19, 1925 to Aloysius Day and Frances (Starrman) Day. She was a lifetime member of the VFW and the Ladies Auxiliary, and was a member of the Homemakers Club at Queen of Peace...
Judy L. Siefer
May 30, 2025
Judy L Siefer, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at Westover Retirement Community on Friday, May 30, 2025. Judy was born in Leipsic, Ohio on September 2, 1944 to the late Ted and Villanova Siebeneck. On July 25, 1964, she married Frank Siefer; and they were married for 54 years before his passing. Judy retired after 25 years...
Treva Barrett
May 29, 2025
Treva D. Barrett, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Treva was born in Powell County, Kentucky on April 8, 1943 to Herman Begley and Nancy (Larison) Begley. She gave her life to the Lord in 1968. Treva loved the Lord, and instilled Godly characteristics in her children and all those who came to visit....
Estill Weldon "Windy" Hargraves
May 29, 2025
Estill Weldon “Windy” Hargraves, age 95, passed away on May 29, 2025, at The Woodlands of Hamilton. Windy was born on September 5,1929, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Elias and Provie (Dixon) Hargraves. He was educated in the Hamilton City Schools and graduated from Hamilton High School.
On July 13, 1950, he married Kathleen Gambrel and...
Margaret Evelyn Gentry
May 27, 2025
Margaret Evelyn Gentry, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at Mercy Hospital-Fairfield on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Margaret was born in Lebanon, Ohio on October 19, 1942 to the late Manvers Beltz and Hester (Saylor) Chaney. Margaret owned and operated Center Haven Inc. for over 30 years. Together with her husband, James,...
Paula Tabor-Trentacoste
May 27, 2025
Paula Tabor-Trentacoste, age 65 of Camden, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Paula was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 1, 1959 to James R. Tabor Sr. and Minnie (Gray) Tabor. Paula graduated from Taft High School in 1978. She attended Southwestern Business College. Paula retired from City of Hamilton where she held...
David Bauer
May 26, 2025
David Bauer, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. David was born in Eaton, Ohio on March 11, 1951 to the late Raymond W. Bauer and Emma (Bryant) Bauer. David worked as an electrician for many years and regularly attended church at Timberhill Baptist Church. David is survived by his brother, Bill Bauer, as well...
James Phillip Baker
May 26, 2025
James Phillip Baker, age 71 of Fairfield, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. Known to most as Jimmy, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 1, 1953 to the late James and Betty (Gray) Baker. Jimmy proudly served in the U.S. Air Force where he was trained as a communications specialist and promoted to Sergeant. Jimmy enjoyed...
Irma L. Purcell
May 26, 2025
Irma Purcell, age 91, of Oxford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025. She was born on March 31, 1934, to Morris Howard and Ruth Elanor (Moore) Marlatt of Xenia, Ohio. A proud graduate of Roosevelt High School in Dayton, she married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Purcell, on June 6, 1954. Bob preceded her in...
Harold A. Weltzer
May 23, 2025
Harold Andrew Weltzer, age 91 of Camden, passed away at his residence on Friday, May 23, 2025. Harold was born in Plymouth (Livonia Tws) Michigan on May 5, 1934 to the late Thomas Andrew Weltzer and Amelia (Prochnow) Weltzer.
Harold served in the United States Navy as a young man from 1952-56 finishing his service as Petty...
Edna M. Hamm
May 22, 2025
Edna Mae Hamm, age 95 of Fairfield, passed away at Majestic Care Center on Thursday, May 22, 2025. She was born in Breathitt County, Kentucky on July 25, 1929 the daughter of Austin and RoAnn Bowling.
Edna is survived by her grandson, Jason Bradshaw and his wife Caran; three great-grandchildren, Jason Jr, J.D., and Carina; son-in-law, Paul...
Alice Mae Hawthorne
May 22, 2025
Alice Mae Hawthorne, age 98 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Alice was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 1, 1927 to the late Ira Ward Pennington and Florence (Berger) Pennington. Alice grew up in Hamilton and married Robert Paul Hawthorne in the fall of 1944. Together, they raised a family and she cherished her role...
Jenny Koenig
May 21, 2025
Jenny Koenig, age 97 of Hamilton, formerly of Indian Lake, Ohio, passed away at Gateway Springs Health Campus on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Jenny was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 27, 1927, to the late John and Edith Grell. Jenny graduated from South High School and on January 31, 1954, she married Donald “Don” Koenig. Jenny was a...
Donald Campbell
May 21, 2025
Donald Bruce Campbell, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Known to most as Don, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 15, 1949 to the late Marion Gail (Roop) and James Campbell, Jr. Don graduated from Ross High School, class of 1967 and attended...
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