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.

Lu Ann Farmer

Lu Ann Farmer

Jun 7, 2026

Age 91, of Hamilton, OH, passed away at her residence on June 7, 2026. She was born in Travellers Rest, KY on February 11, 1935, the daughter of Joe and Lovis (Brewer) Young. She graduated from Boonville High School in 1953 and attended Business College in the Rentschler Building in Hamilton, OH. On June 29, 1956 she married Robert C....

Louvada Sunderhaus

Louvada Sunderhaus

Jun 8, 2026

Louvada Sunderhaus, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Monday, June 8, 2026. She was born in Mount Vernon, Kentucky on April 3, 1941 the daughter of George Dewey and Emma Ethel (Peters) Scott. Louvada was an executive secretary at Avon Products for more than twenty-five years and she attended Princeton Pike Church of God....

Savanah P. Clark

Savanah P. Clark

Jun 9, 2026

Savanah P. Clark, age 78 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was born in Claremont, North Carolina on January 10, 1948, to the late Otis and Eliza Luejean (Johnson) Clark.

Savanah is survived by his three sisters, Gladys Kennedy of Lagrange, GA, Carrie McCorkle (Howard) of Newton, NC and Genie McNair...

Sandra Marie Moore

Sandra Marie Moore

May 24, 2026

Sandra Marie Moore, age 46 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Sandra was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 7, 1980 to Michael Moore and Rosa Moore. Sandra graduated East Lake High School in Tarpon Springs, FL class of 1998. She worked at Mercy Fairfield in the kitchen as a cook. Sandra enjoyed...

William "Bill" Smith

William "Bill" Smith

May 19, 2026

William “Bill” Smith, 79, of Darrtown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 13, 1947, Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose laughter, kindness, and generous heart touched everyone who knew him.

Bill shared 58 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life,...

Bobby R. Howard

Bobby R. Howard

May 27, 2026

Bobby Ray Howard of Hamilton passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, at the age of 79, surrounded by the love of his family.

Bobby will be remembered for his humor, storytelling, sharp wit, and the way he could make a room feel lighter with a simple conversation or perfectly timed joke. His presence was one people did not easily forget,...

Angela Kathryn Pyfrin

Angela Kathryn Pyfrin

Jun 6, 2026

Angela Kathryn Pyfrin, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, June 6, 2026. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 7, 1945 to Columbus and Juanita (Frost) Spicer. On April 22, 1967, in Hamilton, she married Joe Pyfrin. Angela was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Oxford.

Angela is survived by her husband, Joe...

Douglas Ray Minyard

Douglas Ray Minyard

Jun 10, 2026

Douglas Ray Minyard, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away at Mason Health Care Center on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Doug was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 8, 1962 to Benjamin and Audrey “Faye” (Cooley) Minyard. Doug’s life passion was music. He played music with some of his best friends at many gigs throughout Ohio. He continued to play and...

Kate Rae Emmert Wespiser

Kate Rae Emmert Wespiser

Apr 2, 2026

Kate Rae Emmert Wespiser, 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026. In her many years, Kate touched countless lives and leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspire. From the thousands of students she taught to the many organizations she supported, her love of the arts and genuine kindness made everyone she met feel special and valued.

Kate greatly...

Carol Sue Hall

Carol Sue Hall

Jun 5, 2026

Caro Sue (Elam) Hall, 79, passed away on Friday June 5, 2026, at Hospice of Hamilton. She is survived by two sons, Christopher Hall of Lake Mary, Florida, & John (Sam) Hall of Hamilton, Ohio. Also Granddaughters Kayla, Krista, & Haylie. And a great granddaughter, Kayleigh. She was preceded in death by her parents, Franklin W. Elam & Mary Jo...

Brooke Leah Ann Schuler

Brooke Leah Ann Schuler

Jun 4, 2026

Brooke Leah Ann Schuler, age 29 of Oxford, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Brooke was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 19, 1996 to James Schuler and Jaime Revelee. Brooke attended Union County Schools and graduated from Talawanda High School. She worked as a STNA with the elderly. Brooke was a country girl at heart. The greatest joy...

James Joseph "Joe" Cruse

James Joseph "Joe" Cruse

Jun 1, 2026

James Joseph “Joe” Cruse, age 65 of Middletown, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. Joe was born in Middletown, Ohio on July 3, 1960 to Edward H. and Ester G. (nee Rusche) Cruse. Joe enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his nieces and nephews.

Joe is survived by his sisters, Marilyn (Gary) Coffey, Mary (Ron) Fose and Susan (Tim) Scott;...

James E. "Jim" Gabbard

James E. "Jim" Gabbard

May 31, 2026

James E. “Jim” Gabbard went home to be with the Lord May 31, 2026 with his wife, Faye and son, Chris by his side. Jim was born in Hamilton, Ohio March 16, 1950. Jim was married to his high school sweetheart Faye for 56 wonderful years. He was a devoted husband, loving father and cherished his grandchildren deeply.

Jim was a...

Carol Sue Clark

Carol Sue Clark

May 31, 2026

Carol Sue Clark, of Hamilton, OH, passed away on Sunday, May 31st, at the age of 80. She was born in Hamilton on August 15, 1945 to William and Ada (Wahl) Wysong. In 1985, Carol married Glynn Clark in Aurora, Indiana. Carol enjoyed spending time with Glynn at the American Legion, caring for her cats, and spending time dining with...

Stephen Paul Connor

Stephen Paul Connor

May 29, 2026

Stephen Paul Connor, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Huntington Court on Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 28, 1951 the son of Paul Wallace and Ruth Virginia (Klenk) Connor.

Stephen is survived by two children, Bobbie Jo (Michael) Louis and Robert (Kelly Stickland) Connor; one brother, Mark (Uyen) Connor; two granddaughters, Isabelle Sutton...

Walter McClellan "Pork" Jones

Walter McClellan "Pork" Jones

May 25, 2026

Walter McClellan “Pork” Jones, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, May 25, 2026. Pork was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 31, 1940 to Forest and Emma Jones. On August 28, 1959, he married his soulmate, Doris Taggart. They spent 64 wonderful years and raised five children, eleven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren together. Pork...

Peggy Jewel Barker

Peggy Jewel Barker

May 25, 2026

Peggy Jewel Barker, age 83 of Fairfield, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026. Peggy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 22, 1942 to Alpha and Jack Lawson. Peggy lived a life defined by compassion, faith, service, and unconditional love for others.

Peggy is survived by her husband, Clifford Barker; her children, Alison Goosinow, David Gorsuch and Carmen Carter; her...

Mary Hubbard

Mary Hubbard

May 24, 2026

Mary Hubbard, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. She was born in Laurel Creek, Kentucky on September 20, 1934 the daughter of Elijah and Laura (Sams) Allen. On September 5, 1953, she married Eugene Hubbard, and he preceded her in death in 2008.

Mary is survived by five children, Andrew (Denise) Hubbard, Connie Hubbard, Gina Hayes,...

Billy Maricle

Billy Maricle

May 24, 2026

Billy Maricle, 71, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away at home by the side of his beloved wife and daughter on May 24, 2026. He was born in Georgetown, Ohio, on September 23, 1954 to William and Irma Jean (Pangburn) Maricle. On October 8, 1977, Billy married Connie Conrad in Jellico, Tennessee, with whom he would share 49 happy years together...

Janis Lee Bowling

Janis Lee Bowling

May 24, 2026

Janis “Jan” Bowling, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026. She was born on August 9, 1940, in Jackson County, Kentucky. Jan is survived by Gaston Bowling, her devoted husband of nearly 65 years; her treasured children, Chris (Jill) Bowling and Connie Bittner; her beloved grandchildren, Adam (Katie) Bowling, Alex Bowling, Spencer (Taylor) Bittner, and Jack Bittner; and...

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