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.
Connie Whittemore
Feb 26, 2021
Connie Whittemore, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Medical Center on Friday, February 26, 2021. Connie was born in Clay County, Kentucky on November 20, 1949 to Aulton Barger and Vanda Davidson Barger. Connie married Odell Whittemore September 26, 2003. She retired from Meijer after 25 years of service. Connie was loved by everyone who met her...
Charles William Payne
Feb 25, 2021
Charles William Payne, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Charles was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 11, 1933 to the late Archie and Bertha (Creech) Payne. Charles served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from Armco Steel. He was a member of the VFW, AMVETS, American Legion, and the Trenton Moose Lodge...
Oval (Hibbard) Bryant
Feb 25, 2021
Oval Bryant, age 91 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Oval was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 5, 1929 to Bev and Rachel Hibbard. On August 14, 1954, she married the love of her life, Wornie Bryant. She retired from Liberty Sheet Metal after 45 years of service. Oval enjoyed bingo...
William Ray Wyatt
Feb 24, 2021
William Ray Wyatt, age 37 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. William was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 17, 1984 to Rhonda Wyatt Campos and William Ray Sutton.
William is survived by his mother, Rhonda Campos; father, William Ray Sutton; daughter, Piper Wyatt; sisters, Christina Wyatt, Kimberly (Sergio Barrera) Rogers, Jessica (Jose Alfro)...
Phyllis Sue Couch
Feb 23, 2021
Phyllis Sue Couch, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Phyllis was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 9, 1946 to Taulby Andrews and Mae (Pence) Andrews. Phyllis went to New Miami High School, graduating in 1964. On July 30, 1966 in Hamilton, she married James Couch. She worked as an Aide...
Lorenda J. Allen
Feb 23, 2021
Lorenda J. Allen, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Lorenda was born in Eubank, Kentucky on July 12, 1953 to Edgar and Wanda (nee Poynter) Isaacs. On September 17, 1972, she married the love of her life, Dennis Allen. She retired in 2016 from Ohio Casualty Group/Liberty Mutual after 43 years...
Lisa Marie Vennefron
Feb 22, 2021
Lisa Marie Vennefron, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Monday, February 22, 2021. Lisa was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 1, 1955 to John and Marianne Schmitt. A graduate of Miami Oxford, Lisa retired from the USPS and enjoyed reading, gardening, and vacations at the beach.
Lisa is survived by...
Alice Marie Bednar
Feb 22, 2021
Alice Marie Bednar, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, February 22, 2021. Alice was born in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania on April 30, 1926 to the late William and Mildred (White) Hagan. Alice attended Miami University where she majored in English and literature. Her award-winning poem, “Beyond The Garden Wall” was published by many religious...
Diana M Oelrich
Feb 22, 2021
Diana M. Oelrich, age 70 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, February 22, 2021. Diana was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 14, 1950 to Nathan Taylor and Betty Ellis Taylor. Diana finished her career at Mercy Fairfield Hospital as a Unit Secretary. She was devoted to her church, Princeton Pike Church of God and...
Paul Michael Jewell
Feb 19, 2021
Paul Michael Jewell, age 66, of Liberty Township, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Friday, February 19, 2021. He was born on May 13, 1954, in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of Mark and Goldie (Terry) Jewell. Paul was a veteran of the United States Navy from 1972 to 1973. He married Kimberly Carpenter On February 5, 1985,...
Buddy Brown
Feb 18, 2021
The Rev. Buddy Brown passed away quietly and made his grand entrance into Glory at his Hamilton residence on Feb. 18, 2021, after a courageous 3-year battle against cancer.
Buddy was born in 1935 in Pigeon Roost, KY to Viola (Brock) Brown and Robert Brown. He attended the local schools and graduated from Bush High School in...
Carol A. Kelly
Feb 17, 2021
Carol A. Kelly, age 79 of Bradenton, Fl, passed away at her home, surrounded by close family members on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Carol was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on October 1, 1941 to Roy E. and Eleanore Hendricks. Carol was a granny to all, who loved her dearly. She was everyone’s secret keeper. She loved to travel and...
Gary W. Peak
Feb 16, 2021
Gary Peak, age 66 of Fairfield, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Gary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 25, 1954 to Cecil and Madeline Peak. Gary served in the U.S. Army. He graduated from Western Hills High School. On April 18 th , 1998, he married the love of his life, Debbie Peak. Gary worked at...
Sue Cornett
Feb 16, 2021
Arlene Sue Cornett, said to be “the most stubborn child her mother ever had,” stubbornly passed away on February 16, 2021. She is now finally going to find out “who tied that pup.” Sue was the daughter of Forrest D. and Miriam (Schwartzstrauber) Campbell, who for many years were the proprietors of the Campbell Funeral Home. Sue worked as...
Dorothy (Dot) Jean Wilson-Richardson
Feb 15, 2021
Dorothy (Dot) Jean Richardson-Wilson of Hamilton went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 15, 2021 at 6:45AM. Dot was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 25, 1938, the daughter of Charles and Dorothy Bryant. She retired from Fort Hamilton Hospital where she worked as a Receptionist for 24 years. She was recognized for her volunteer work at...
Marjorie Clemans
Feb 14, 2021
Marjorie L. Clemans, age 79 of Hamilton, was called home to be with the Lord, at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Marjorie was born in Leslie County, Kentucky on May 23, 1941 to the late Harry and Virgie (Napier) Wilder. Marjorie was a country homemaker with a good, old-fashioned set of family values. She liked...
Geraldine Rice
Feb 14, 2021
Geraldine M. Rice, age 97 of Fairfield, passed away at Majestic Care Center on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Geraldine was born in Provo, Utah on January 20, 1924 to George M. Barnett and Marcella Maloney Barnett.
Geraldine is survived by her children, Sandra Kinch of Laughlin NV, John (Sandra) Rice of Hamilton OH and David (Shirley) Rice...
Patty R. Mccartney
Feb 13, 2021
Patty R. McCartney, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Assisted Living on February 13, 2021. Patty was born in Hamilton, OH on August 23, 1927 to Alfred Vogel and Rose (Wimmer) Vogel. On August 25, 1951 Patty married Thomas W. McCartney Jr., who preceded her in death 2004. She graduated from Hamilton High in 1945 and continued...
Cecil Lakes
Feb 13, 2021
Cecil Lakes, age 92 of Wayne Township, passed away at his residence on Saturday, February 13, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 31, 1928, the fifth of eight children, to Walker and Grace (Coates) Lakes. In his younger days, he enjoyed camping and skiing. Cecil retired from Beckett Paper Company after 30 plus years as a...
Monroe Jones
Feb 12, 2021
Monroe M. Jones, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital-Fairfield on Friday, February 12, 2021. Monroe was born in Vicco, Kentucky on March 26, 1941 to the late James and Sally (Combs) Jones. Known to many of his friends as Fred, he enjoyed bowling and spending time with his grandchildren.
Monroe is survived by his...


