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.

Rebecca Jane Freeman

Rebecca Jane Freeman

Apr 6, 2021

Our beloved sister, Rebecca Jane Freeman, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Rebecca was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 6, 1968 to Clarence Robinson Jr. and Rosemary Cox Robinson.

Rebecca is survived by her siblings, James (Diana) Robinson, Candy (Dell) Parsons, Sandra (Christopher) Staggs and Mark (Amanda) Robinson; step-daughter, Kim (Rick...

Chester D. Fultz

Chester D. Fultz

Apr 5, 2021

Chester D. Fultz, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, April 5, 2021. Chet was born in Ashland, Kentucky on July 1, 1928 to John David and Zona (nee Easterling) Fultz. Chet retired from Armco after many years of service. He was the High Exalted Ruler of Hamilton Elks Lodge. Chet enjoyed many travels...

Ralph E. "Skeets" Flick

Ralph E. "Skeets" Flick

Apr 5, 2021

Ralph E. “Skeets” Flick, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Christ Hospital on Monday, April 5, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 8, 1944 to Ralph and Ethel (Philpot) Flick. Skeets (also known as Flea to his friends and co-workers) was a 1962 graduate of New Miami High School.  He was a veteran of Vietnam...

Steven Kirby Porter

Steven Kirby Porter

Apr 4, 2021

Steven Kirby Porter, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away in Knoxville, Tennessee on Sunday, April 4, 2021. Steven was born in Sedalia, Missouri on December 28, 1960 to Robert E. and Quetta M. (nee Thomas) Porter. On March 27, 1981, he married Janet K. Rufener in Olympia, Washington. Steve was an Environmental Safety and Health Manager for most of...

Lonnie Whitson

Lonnie Whitson

Apr 4, 2021

Lonnie Whitson, age 74 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021. Lonnie was born in on November 26, 1946 to Estle and Bessie Whitson. Lonnie was a US Navy Veteran who served in Vietnam Era. He was a great husband and step-dad, good provider for his family and will be missed...

Ross Lovins

Ross Lovins

Apr 3, 2021

Ross Lovins, age 71 of New Miami, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, April 3, 2021. Ross was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 17, 1949 to the late Hobart and Florida Mae (Maynus) Lovins. He graduated from Reading High School, class of 1967. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and proudly served his country, earning...

Dessie Elizabeth Durham

Dessie Elizabeth Durham

Apr 2, 2021

Dessie Elizabeth Durham, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021. Dessie was born in Middletown, Ohio on March 1, 1961 to Dan and Mary Ann (Mote) Bishop. Dessie volunteered at Second Chance Wildlife Rescue and enjoyed nurturing animals back to health. She was a “Domestic Goddess” and loved life. Above all, she loved spending time...

Masai Farler

Masai Farler

Apr 1, 2021

Masai Farler, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, April 1, 2021. Masai was born in Tokyo, Japan on January 20, 1933 to Kosei Shibuya and Yoshie Shibuya. In January 1953, she married Theodore Farler in Tokyo, Japan. Masai was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She will be missed dearly by her family....

Gary Shepard

Gary Shepard

Mar 31, 2021

Gary Shepard, age 80 of Collinsville, passed away on March 31, 2021. Gary was born to Martin and Mayme Shepard on August 8, 1940. He is survived by his children; Chris (Melissa) Shepard, Mark (K.C.) Shepard, Missy (Steve) Finan; Grandchildren; Mark Shepard and Aria Finan; a sister Sherry Kerby; a brother Steve (Anna) Shepard and a special nephew Shawn...

Linda S. Pugh

Linda S. Pugh

Mar 31, 2021

Linda S. (Maggard) Pugh, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Linda was born in London, Kentucky on June 20, 1946 to Samuel Maggard and Daisy (Garland) Webb.

Spending time with Linda could be relaxed and intimate, or laughing out loud until your stomach hurt. Although she was a Midwest...

Teresa J. Bishop

Teresa J. Bishop

Mar 31, 2021

Teresa J. Bishop, age 63 of Hamilton, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Teresa was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 10, 1958 to James Steele and Bernice Clemmons. On September 3, 1977, she married the love of her life, William Bishop. Teresa was a member of The Lighthouse Fellowship Church. She was a...

Mary Lou Geyer

Mary Lou Geyer

Mar 31, 2021

Mary Louise “Mary Lou” Ebel Geyer of Hanover Twp., passed away peacefully on March 31, 2021. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 1, 1936, the daughter of Mary Rommel and Elmer “Bud” Ebel. She attended St. Peter’s Catholic School and graduated from Notre Dame High School, where she was secretary of the CSMC and President of the...

Leona Steele

Leona Steele

Mar 28, 2021

Leona Steele, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Sunday, March 28, 2021. Leona was born in Middletown, Ohio on November 15, 1942 to Denny Russell Taulbee and Georgia Manning Taulbee.

Leona is survived by daughter, Jennifer Steele; brother, Mitchell Taulbee and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Leona was preceded in...

David Wendell Langdon

David Wendell Langdon

Mar 25, 2021

David Wendell Langdon, age 80, of Hamilton, was liberated to Heaven on Thursday, March 25, 2021, after a long and full life of loving his neighbor as himself.

David was born in Hartford City, Indiana on August 18, 1940, the youngest of four brothers, to the late Mark and Murl Langdon. He married Margaret Jane Retherford in...

Christopher Michael Strong

Christopher Michael Strong

Mar 25, 2021

Christopher Michael Strong, age 46 of Middletown, passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 25, 2021.  He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 22, 1974 to Michael and Penny Michelle (Henson) Strong.  Chris attended school at Hamilton City Schools and graduated from Fairfield High School.

Christopher is survived by his father and mother, Michael and...

Linda L. Ebersole

Linda L. Ebersole

Mar 25, 2021

Linda L. Ebersole, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, March 25, 2021. Linda was born in on January 14, 1948 to Dorothy and Simeon Ruedenauer. Linda was a member of the Coleraine Historical Society. She loved genealogy, square dancing, clogging, crocheting, playing cards and reading. Linda met her late husband, John at the...

Grant Fields

Grant Fields

Mar 23, 2021

Grant Fields, age 88 of Tavares, FL passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Grant was born in Jackson County, KY, on June 5, 1932 to the late Steve and Maggie (Greer) Fields. Grant proudly served in U.S. Army during the Korean War. After his time in the service, Grant was a driver for Ranger Transportation for almost 20...

Barbara A. Jones

Barbara A. Jones

Mar 23, 2021

Barbara Ann Jones, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Barbara was born in Clay County, Kentucky on August 30, 1941 to Horace and Edna Roberts.

Barbara is survived by her children, Melody Karr and Phillip Karr; her grandchildren, Sierra, Andrew (Marissa) and Marah Click; her brother, Curtis Roberts; many nieces,...

Daniel G. Allen

Daniel G. Allen

Mar 23, 2021

Daniel G. Allen, age 53 of Trenton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Daniel was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 24, 1967 to Clyde Allen and Myrtle (Wilson) Allen.   Daniel loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandkids.

Daniel is survived by his companion, Julie Fisher; his children, Debbie...

Doris Jane Vosberg

Doris Jane Vosberg

Mar 21, 2021

Doris Jane Vosberg, age 87 of Fairfield, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021. Doris was born in Seven Mile, Ohio on January 30, 1934 to Rufus Mann and Hilda Samonds Mann. Doris was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hamilton Ohio.

Doris is survived by her children, Richard J. (Joyce) Vosberg, Carl E. (Tami) Vosberg,...

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