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.
Darrell K. Tinsley
Jun 18, 2020
Darrell K. Tinsley, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Darrell was born in Stanford, Kentucky on August 7, 1934 to William Crum Tinsley and Juey (Leeper) Tinsley. He graduated from McKinney High School in 1954. Darrell came to Hamilton and started working with Pepsi Cola Company in 1955, and worked for...
Eugene (Gene) Blakley
Jun 15, 2020
Age 93, devoted Husband, cherished Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, dear brother, neighbor, and friend, entered into eternal rest on the morning of June 15, 2020. Gene was born December 3, 1926 to Robert and Mary (Hoelle) Blakley in Hamilton, Ohio. He was raised on a dairy farm with his sister Norma Barnes, who survives. He attended Hanover School and on...
Timothy Claude Ledington
Jun 14, 2020
Timothy Claude Ledington, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away on June 14, 2020. Tim was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 28, 1958 to Cecil and Shirley (Venerable) Ledington. Tim was a painter, having started at a young age working with his Dad, the owner of Ledington Painting Service. Tim was an avid fisherman, enjoyed being outdoors and going...
Bernice C. Rutherford
Jun 14, 2020
Bernice Christine Rutherford (Thompson), age 57 of Middletown, passed away at Garden Manor Extended Care on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Bernice was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 28, 1962 to Raymond Thompson and Vondalene Proctor Thompson. Bernice will sadly be missed.
Bernice is survived by her husband, John David Rutherford; children, Bobby Joe and Brittany Ann...
Carlene Louise Lawson
Jun 14, 2020
Carlene Louise Lawson, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Sunday, June 14, 2020. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 9, 1957 the daughter of Carl and Imogene (Dunaway) Schultheiss. On April 12, 1980 in Hamilton she married Dale Lawson.
She is survived by her adoring husband, Dale Lawson; three loyal...
Sharon K. Wolke
Jun 11, 2020
Sharon K. Wolke, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Thursday, June 11, 2020. Sharon was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 1, 1960 to Charles Edward Hensley and Linda Mae Jackson Hensley. Sharon can be described as a mom (MOMMA!!!) for everyone and was always the life of the party! She was a lover, giver,...
Arlo D. Crawford
Jun 6, 2020
Crawford, Arlo D., age 85, beloved husband of the late Marcia J. Crawford (nee Macke), passed away June 6, 2020. Arlo was born in Cincinnati on January 22, 1935, the son of Sherman and Laura Crawford. He was a proud longtime employee of the Castellini Company. Loving father of Vicki L. (Mike) Gedert, Lisa A. (Bill) Martin, Timothy L....
Walter Freytag Iii
Jun 5, 2020
Walter Howard Freytag III, age 27 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Friday, June 5, 2020. Walter was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 14, 1992 to Walter Freytag Jr. and Maria Freytag-Finney.
Walter is survived by his parents Maria Freytag-Finney and Walter Freytag Jr.; two children; six siblings; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins....
Violet Elizabeth Taylor
Jun 5, 2020
Violet was born February 9, 1963 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Chester and Betsy Eversole. Violet is survived by her spouse, Johnathan Taylor of Oxford; her sons, Jesse Combs of Hamilton and Chester (Melissa) Combs of Harrison; her daughter, Candy Scantlin of Oxford; her grandchildren, Brandon Eversole, Dominick Eversole, Sieanna Eversole, Ariah Saylor, Curtis Eversole, Jesshee Combs, Dalton...
James A. Estes
Jun 4, 2020
James Albert Estes, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Jim was born in Frenchburg, Kentucky on February 5, 1954 to Albert and Kathleen Estes. On February 26, 1972, he married the love of his life Maggie Hollingsworth. Jim worked for Furrows Building Materials for 10 years then retired from Fairfield City...
Garry Wayne Hicks
Jun 4, 2020
Garry Wayne Hicks, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Known to most as Wayne, he was born in London, Kentucky on November 24, 1953 to the Melvin and Ollie (Proffitt) Hicks. On September 2, 1976, he married the love of his life, Shirley (Smith) Hicks, who awaits him in heaven.
Wayne was...
Corliss "Dan" Mcswain
Jun 1, 2020
Corliss "Dan" McSwain, age 100 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, June 1, 2020. Dan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 10, 1920 the son of Clark and Annie (Wigglesworth) McSwain. He was a veteran of World War II with the United States Army Air Corp from 1944 to 1945. After World War II, Dan...
Bradley James Russell Kadle
Jun 1, 2020
Bradley James Russell Kadle, age 47 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2020. Bradley was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 22, 1973 to Russell Kadle and Robin Sams Pendergest. He was a member of The Vineyard Church.
Bradley is survived by his daughters, Maria Kadle, Brooke Kadle and Bridgette Hamblin; 4 grandchildren; brother, Ryan...
Daniel E. Hingsbergen
May 30, 2020
Daniel E. Hingsbergen, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Daniel was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 7, 1938 to Hubert Hingsbergen Sr. and Stella (Theobald) Hingsbergen. Daniel was a 1956 graduate of Hamilton Catholic High School. On April 27, 1973, he married Mary Ingermann. Daniel worked for 51 years in...
Raymond Singleton
May 30, 2020
Raymond Singleton, age 86 of Fairfield Township, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Raymond was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 19, 1933 to Ivan Singleton and Blanche Phillips Cook. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict from 1950-1953. Raymond was a member of The North Fairfield Baptist Church where he enjoyed singing in...
Robert Lee Burtis
May 28, 2020
Robert Lee Burtis, age 55 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020. Robert was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 30, 1964. Bobby graduated from Taft/Hamilton High School in 1982. He participated in track and football. Bob started his professional life at Hamilton Fixture before joining General Electric’s apprenticeship program and earning a degree in Design Engineering...
Sandra S. Couch
May 28, 2020
Sandra S. Couch, age 75 of West Chester, passed away at her residence on Thursday, May 28, 2020. Sandra was born in Okeana, Ohio on August 4, 1944 the daughter of Thomas and Lucy M. (Gibson) Cavin. On February 9, 1961 she married Jack L. Couch and he preceded her in death in 2015.
Sandra is survived...
Veronica M. Conlin
May 27, 2020
Veronica M. Conlin, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. Veronica was born in Ft. Recovery, Ohio on December 28, 1936 to Joseph and Catherine Wendel. Veronica was a member of St. Peter and Chains Catholic Church. On January 10, 1959 Veronica married James Conlin in Ft. Recovery, Ohio.
Veronica is survived by...
Stillman "Bud" Young
May 27, 2020
Stillman Orace Young, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born in Upshur County, West Virginia, on December 27, 1933, the son of the late Sidney and Carrie Davidson Young. On December 23, 1987, Bud married his wife of over 32 years, Juanita Reist. Bud was a US Navy...
Faye Umbstead
May 26, 2020
Faye Umbstead, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Faye was born in College Corner, Ohio on January 24, 1936 to Henry R. Pollock and Eulo Duggins Pollock. She attended Eaton Road Church of God. Faye enjoyed playing the guitar and singing.
Faye is survived by her husband of...