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.
Michael Philpot
Sep 2, 2020
James Michael Philpot, age 71 of Gadsden Alabama, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Michael was born in London, Kentucky on January 9, 1949 to Issachar Philpot and Ella Elam Philpot. Michael was a US Air Force Veteran who served his country in Vietnam.
Michael is survived by siblings, Mark (Pam) Philpot...
Patricia Jean Willis
Sep 1, 2020
Patricia Jean Willis, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 21, 1935 the daughter of Bev and Martha (McRoberts) Samples. On July 30, 1960 in Newport, Kentucky she married Gene Willis. Patricia was a member of Grace Chapel and enjoyed line dancing and spending...
Jeffery Wayne Hacker
Aug 31, 2020
Jeffrey Wayne Hacker, age 54 of Hamilton, went to be with his Lord on Monday, August 31, 2020. Jeffrey was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 4, 1966 to Bradley Hacker and Norma "Ruth" Oakes Hacker. Jeff had a strong love for the outdoors. He enjoyed camping, fishing and working with his hands. He loved cooking out and bonfires...
Kelvin Eugene Rogers
Aug 30, 2020
Kelvin Eugene Rogers, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, August 30, 2020. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 18, 1955 to Irwin and Dorothy (Brockman) Rogers. Kelvin was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Army from 1972 to 1973. On June 10, 2000 he married Vickie Davidson. Kelvin was employed...
Susan Lynn Ivy
Aug 28, 2020
Susan Lynn Ivy, age 38 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020. Sue was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 1, 1982 to Bill and Cindy (nee Chapin) Green. On October 31, 2013 she married the love of her life Frank Ivy. She worked at Cincinnati Financial Corporation. Sue will always be remembered for having a smile...
Robby Lynn Reed
Aug 25, 2020
Robby Lynn Reed, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Robby was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 13, 1961. Robby enjoyed watching professional wrestling, especially WWE Monday Night Raw. Her favorite wrestler was John Cena. She was a big fan of the Godzilla movies, Scooby Doo, Polar Express, and all of...
Dennis Lee Wittman
Aug 24, 2020
Dennis Lee Wittman died peacefully in his home, on August 24, 2020. Dennis was born in 1943 at Mercy Hospital, in Hamilton, Ohio, the second of three children of Paul and Kathleen Wittman. In one recent remembrance of his childhood, he explained, "I feel so blessed to have been raised in the time and place that I was, surrounded...
James F. "Jim" Wells
Aug 23, 2020
James F. "Jim" Wells, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodland Country Manor on Sunday, August 23, 2020. Jim was born in Monroe, Ohio on July 21, 1930 to Clyde and Anna Mae Wells. On February 14, 1953 he married the love of his life Mary Brindle in Hamilton, Ohio. Jim retired from Bearings Inc. in 1992 serving...
Herbert L. Hoelle
Aug 22, 2020
Herbert L. Hoelle, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, August 22, 2020. Herbert was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 22, 1928 to the late Leo and Lorraine (Kolbenstetter) Hoelle. He was a 1946 graduate of Ross High School. On June 2, 1951, he married the love of his life, Adela (Pater) Hoelle...
Jeffery R. Goodin
Aug 22, 2020
Jeffery R. Goodin
WEST-CHESTER – On August 22, 2020, Jeff Goodin, beloved friend to all passed away at age 56. Jeff was born on April 5, 1964 to Jerry and Kelsie (Creech) Goodin. Jeff’s passion for people shone bright when at age 16 he began his career in the food service industry. "It’s me, it’s what I...
Melvena Gabbard
Aug 21, 2020
Melvena Gabbard, age 72 of New Miami, passed away at Christ Hospital on Friday, August 21, 2020. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 24, 1947 the daughter of Melvin and Lorine (McDaniel) Cox. Melvena was employed as a drum operator for Champion Paper Company for thirty years, retiring in 2003. Melvena enjoyed spending time with her family,...
Pamela Bowman
Aug 21, 2020
Pamela G. Bowman (nee Garrett) has been received home into the loving arms of our Lord embracement on Friday August 21, 2020 at peace in her home surrounded by angels.
Born April 01, 1955 she was a lifelong resident of Hamilton, Ohio. Pamela was the daughter of the late Oscar and Carolyn Garrett.
Pamela was...
George K. Hofmann
Aug 20, 2020
George K. Hofmann, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, August 20, 2020. George was born in Nuremberg, Germany on March 22, 1942 to Karl Dalferth and Margaret Hofmann.
George is survived by his daughters, Diana (Larry) Bowling and Michelle Hofmann; and two grandchildren, Amanda and Ethan Bowling. George was preceded in...
Janet Pickle
Aug 20, 2020
Janet Pickle, age 68 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, August 20, 2020. Jan was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 24, 1951 to Charlie and Tommie (nee Robinson) Sandlin. On April 1, 1972 she married the love her life Butch Pickle. Jan had a heart for all the children in her life and was an adopted...
Linville Ray Hensley
Aug 20, 2020
Linville Ray Hensley, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Thursday, August 20, 2020. He was born in Hamilton on August 19, 1946 the son of Albert and Edna (Lacey) Hensley. Linville was a member of Tri County Assembly of God and was employed in the maintenance department at Forest Fair Mall.
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Donald Lee Embry
Aug 19, 2020
Donald Lee Embry, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 19, 2020. Donald was born in Estill County, Kentucky on September 24, 1928 to Strawd and Sudie Embry. Donald was a member of the United States Navy and served during the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Evelyn Griffin on September 23,...
Paul D. Vaughn
Aug 18, 2020
Vaughn, Paul D., age 54, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 unexpectedly. He was born on December 13, 1965, in Hamilton; the beloved son of Pauline Schwitalski (Courtney) and Carl Vaughn, and stepson of Werner Schwitalski. A graduate of D. Russell Lee, he worked as a proud, skilled welder who loved providing for his family...
Lola M. Reece
Aug 17, 2020
Lola M. Reece, age 80 of Sacremento, California passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, August 17, 2020. She was born in Arlington, Tennessee on May 8, 1940 the daughter of Homer and Lydia (Stewart) Webb. On December 11, 1958 in Tennessee she married John H. Reece and he preceded her in death on August 20, 2016. Lola...
Wilma J. (Farley) Lamb
Aug 16, 2020
Wilma J. (Farley) Lamb, age 68 of Trenton, passed away at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties on Sunday August 16, 2020. Wilma was born in Harlan Kentucky on September 28, 1951 to Henry Farley and Mary (Patterson) Farley.
Wilma is survived by her daughters, Sherry Jones, Carrie Jones, April Warneke and her son Ron Warneke; her...
Brian Scott Peal
Aug 15, 2020
Brian Scott Peal, age 33 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, August 15, 2020. Brian was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 4, 1987 to Mark and Patricia (nee Peal) Crouch.
Brian is survived by his parents, Mark and Patricia Crouch; his sister, Schyanna Crouch; his nieces and nephews; his grandparents, John and...


