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.
Ruth E. Mills-Cooley
Nov 5, 2020
Ruth E. Mills-Cooley, age 92 of Fairfield, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020. Ruth was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 4, 1928 to the late Marshall and Edith (Hileman) Hunter. Ruth worked for the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities as a workshop supervisor for many years. She enjoyed crafting and playing cards and board games with...
William E. Anderson
Nov 4, 2020
William E. Anderson, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. Willie was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Earl and Laura Anderson. Willie served in the United States Marine Corp. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, AmVets, American Legion and Masons.
Willie is survived by his sister, Shirley (Tony) Chaputa; his nephew,...
A. Elaine Elam
Nov 4, 2020
A. Elaine Elam, age 79, passed away on November 4th, 2020. She was the loving wife of Terry Elam for 61 years. She was born September 20, 1941 in New Miami, Ohio to the late Henry and Violet (Current) Philpot. She leaves behind her sons Gregory (Patricia) Elam and Michael Elam. She is survived by six siblings; Carol Newton,...
Joyce A. Waddle
Nov 2, 2020
Joyce A. Waddle, age 81 of Trenton, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020. She was born in Liggett, Harlan County, Kentucky on July 1, 1939 the daughter of Floyd and Pauline (Stines) Click. Joyce was employed as a server at Hyde’s Restaurant for thirty years. She was a faithful member of Calvary Christian Center and Happy Corner Pentecostal...
David Noland
Oct 29, 2020
On Thursday, October 29, 2020, David Noland passes away from complications due to pneumonia. David was born on March 4, 1935. He grew up in Hamilton with his father Thomas Noland. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1957 with a degree in Journalism. He was proud to be a captain in the United States Marines. He...
Charles Wells
Oct 29, 2020
Charles Wells, age 93 of Noblesville, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2020. Charles was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 3, 1927 to Jerry Wells and Effie (Horn) Wells. On January 19, 1945 in Covington, KY, he married Anna Kathleen Farmer, and she preceded him in death in 2010. Charles worked as a General Supervisor for General Motors...
Randall C. Menninger
Oct 27, 2020
Randall C. Menninger, age 55 of Fairfield, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, October 27, 2020. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 8, 1965 the son of William and Kay (Harding) Menninger.
Randall is survived by his son, Eric C. (Jessi) Menninger; his mother, Kay Menninger; two sisters, Tami (Darryl) Richards and Tari Wombles;...
Terry R. Roberson
Oct 26, 2020
Terry R. Roberson, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020. Terry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 21, 1955 to the late John and Kathleen (Swain) Roberson. Terry was a gifted mechanic, having worked for many years at Pud’s Chevron and later for Rose Automotive. When Terry wasn’t turning a wrench, he enjoyed spending...
Gregory Alan Smith
Oct 26, 2020
https://youtu.be/BCx7pE_qyCQ Gregory Alan Smith, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, October 26, 2020. Greg was born in Montclair, New Jersey on November 11, 1967 to John Barry Smith and Mary Ann Fenlon Smith. Greg graduated from Badin High School and Miami University. He was employed by the Butler County Juvenile Court and later...
Alford Johnson
Oct 26, 2020
Alford Johnson, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital on Monday, October 26, 2020. Alford was born in on September 28, 1937 the son of Marcum and Hester (Goins) Johnson. On August 23, 1958 in Manchester, Kentucky he married Mary Katherine York and she preceded him in death in 2019. Alford was employed as an...
Ernest G. Corson
Oct 25, 2020
Ernest G. Corson, 71, of Lemon Township, Ohio, passed away on October 25, 2020. Ernest was a veteran of the Vietnam War, having served honorably in the U.S. Army.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Herman R. Pennington
Oct 23, 2020
Herman R. Pennington, age 91 of Fairfield, passed away at Majestic Care Center on Friday, October 23, 2020. Herman was born in Clay County, Kentucky on July 21, 1929 to Dan Pennington and Della (Smith) Pennington. He was a United States Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War. Herman graduated from Sue Bennett College with a teaching degree, and...
Harry L. Hubbard
Oct 23, 2020
Harry L. Hubbard, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, October 23, 2020. Harry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 23, 1931 to James and Julia (nee Horn) Hubbard. Harry served in the US Navy on board the USS Preston. On August 31, 1957, he married the love of his life, Sally McKenney. He...
Thomas C. Wagers
Oct 21, 2020
Thomas C. Wagers, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Tommy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 2, 1953 to Eness and Pauline (nee Settles) Wagers. He served in the US Army, stationed in Korea. Tommy retired from Cincinnati Bell after 30 years of service. He was currently employed at...
Claire J. Sizemore
Oct 20, 2020
Claire J. Sizemore, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Cedar Village on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Claire was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 14, 1948 to Logan Sizemore and Freeda Gabbard Sizemore. Claire loved shopping, flea markets, dancing and spending time with her family and grandbabies. Claire is survived by children, Scott (Krissy) Prewitt, Shawna (Eddie) Bibee; brother,...
Virgina Rose Harris
Oct 19, 2020
Virgina Rose Harris, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, October 19, 2020. Virgina was born in Lee County, Kentucky on August 8, 1949 to William Reece and Susie Watts Reece.
Virgina is survived by her daughter, Sue Carroll. and 5 brothers, Alvin Reece(Marsha), Algin Reece(Margaret), Dexter(Barbara), Leonard (Genean), Louis Reece and...
Albert J. Smallwood
Oct 19, 2020
Albert J. Smallwood, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda Butler Hospital on Monday, October 19, 2020. Albert was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 2, 1960 to George Smallwood and Ruth (Stephens) Smallwood. He loved fishing, cooking, and most of all, spending time with family.
Albert is survived by his sister, Loretta Parker; his niece,...
Emily Rose Messer
Oct 18, 2020
Emily Rose Messer, age 29 (definitely not 35) of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Emily was born Tuesday April 11, 1985 at 4:58 pm (her preferred time to wake up) at Fort Hamilton Hospital to Ronald and Joyce (née Broering) Patrick.
Emily is survived by her son, Elijah Jordan Messer; her...
Aileen (Gabbard) Hunt
Oct 17, 2020
Aileen (Gabbard) Hunt, age 95, died peacefully at Westover Retirement Community in Hamilton on Saturday, October 17, 2020. She was born in Hamilton on October 2, 1925, to Grover and Lucy (Barrett) Gabbard. She graduated from Hamilton High School and was employed as a secretary for Baldwin Lima Hamilton. On August 25, 1956, she married the love of her...
Callie June Shaffer
Oct 16, 2020
Callie June Shaffer, age 3 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Friday, October 16, 2020. Callie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 18, 2017 to Tiffany and Albree Shaffer.
To know Callie, was to know true beauty, strength, grace, joy and courage. Callie was diagnosed with Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma at just 17...


