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.
David W. Mays
2021
David W. Mays, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Friday, September 24, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 30, 1948 the son of Ellis and Eva (Smith) Mays. David was a veteran of Vietnam form 1965 to 1968 with the United States Navy. On October 6, 1984, he married Darlene Vollet....
Jeffrey Scott Lane
2021
Jeffrey Scott Lane, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Thursday, September 23, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 8, 1963 the son of Joe and Esther Lane.
Jeffrey is survived by three daughters, Brandi Lane, Destiny (Kenneth) Raybourne, and Sheena Thompson; two stepdaughters, Danielle Beaver and Samantha Harrison;...
James N. Keller
2021
James N. Keller, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, April 10, 2021. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio to John and Fern (Geisler) Keller. He was married for 61 years to Phyllis (Owen) Keller. He worked 32 years at Cincinnati Bell and was a jack of all trades after his retirement. James enjoyed...
Francene Reynolds
Jan 1, 2021
Francene Reynolds, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Friday, January 1, 2021. Francene was born in Oneida, Kentucky on May 28, 1945 to Ford and Georgia Dixie (nee Roberts) Madden. On July 2, 1965 she married Harold “Jack” Reynolds. Francene enjoyed collecting antiques, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She was a member...
Golden Brock
Dec 31, 2020
Golden M. Brock, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away with his family by his side at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, December 31, 2020. Golden was born in Crab Orchard, Kentucky on February 11, 1941 to the late Mack and Elizabeth (Miller) Brock. Golden married the love of his life, Martha Baker, on July 1, 1960 in Hamilton. Golden...
Paul A. Umbstead
Dec 31, 2020
Paul A. Umbstead, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati--Blue Ash on Thursday, December 31, 2020. Paul was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 12, 1928 to Raleigh Umbstead and Olivia (Toney) Umbstead. He retired as a Manager of Engineering at Mosler Safe Company. He served as a Merchant Marine from 1944- 1946, and then as...
Josephine Francis Houk
Dec 28, 2020
Josephine Francis Houk, age 97 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Monday, December 28, 2020. Josephine was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 7, 1923 to Albert K. Roth Sr. and Francis Brauback Roth.
Josephine is survived by her sons John R. (Joann) Houk and James A. (Donna) Houk; 6 granchildren and 6 great granchildren....
Robert Mcbee
Dec 27, 2020
Robert McBee, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 29, 1951 the son of Junior Tip and Cledia (Ledford) McBee. Robert was employed at Ringel’s Furniture for twenty-seven years. He was a devoted NASCAR fan and enjoyed working on and restoring classic cars.
Robert is...
Marian I. Nelson
Dec 27, 2020
Marian I. Nelson, age 90, died on Dec. 27th at Woodland Country Manor. She was born on March 26, 1930, in Hamilton, OH, the daughter of David F. and Emeline Lewis. Marian graduated from Hamilton High School in 1948 and attended The Ohio State University. In 1951 she married Dr. Richard L. Nelson. They resided most of their married...
Mary Lou Hurst
Dec 25, 2020
Hurst, Mary Louise, age 79, of Hamilton, was called home early Christmas morning after a sudden illness. Mary Lou was born July 25, 1941, in London, Kentucky, the daughter of Willie and Martha (House) Bowling. She graduated from Hamilton High School. She married John Hurst on October 17, 1959. She was baptized in the 1970s by her Father, a...
Linda Jo Needham
Dec 25, 2020
Linda Jo Needham, age 44 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, December 25, 2020. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 25, 1976 the daughter of Joel Jr. and Roxanne (Burnett) Payne. Linda was employed as a STNA for numerous years. On June 16, 2001 she married Troy Needham. Linda started and was the...
J.C. Miller
Dec 24, 2020
J.C. Miller, age 79 of Fairfield Township, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Thursday, December 24, 2020. J.C. was born in Berea, Kentucky on June 12, 1941 to Luther Miller and Lou Etta (Spears) Miller. In 1947, his family moved to Ohio, where he attended Fairfield City Schools. On March 7, 1959, he married Patty Saylor. Soon...
Leon Keen, Jr.
Dec 23, 2020
Leon Keen Jr., age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020. Leon was born in Richmond, Kentucky on March 1, 1950 to the late Leon and Aileen (Johnson) Keen. As the owner of Keen Excavating, he left his mark on many of Cincinnati’s iconic landmarks. Leon worked hard and played even harder. He enjoyed karaoke and...
Jimmy W. Tatum
Dec 21, 2020
Jimmy W. Tatum, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Monday, December 21, 2020. Jimmy was born in Richmond, Kentucky on February 26, 1949 to Boyd James and Betty (nee Nunn) Tatum. Jimmy served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. On June 6, 1970, he married the love of his life, Elsie Clemmons....
Mary K. Mardis
Dec 20, 2020
Mary K. Mardis, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Mary was born in Nicholasville, Kentucky on July 11, 1932 to William Larkin Fain and Ollie Josephine (Stipes) Fain, and also raised by her step father Hershel Johns. Mary loved gardening, cooking, and loved spending time with her family and friends. On...
James E. Reynolds
Dec 19, 2020
James E. Reynolds, age 63 of Ross, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2020. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 25, 1957 to Edward E. Reynolds and Dixie M. Miller Reynolds. James was a member of the Fellowship Christian Center and enjoyed his work for the Lord. He was known as the...
Mary M. (Wagner) Renneker
Dec 17, 2020
Mary M. Renneker, age 95 of Cincinnati, passed away at Maple Knoll Village on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Mary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 14, 1925 to Raymond and Irene Wagner. Mary, an amazing mother, and matriarch of three generations, earned her spot in heaven. Mary was undeterred by obstacles. She did the Alaska Highway twice, the...
Michael W. Gibson
Dec 16, 2020
Michael W. Gibson, age 67 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at UC West Chester Hospital. He was born on July, 19, 1953 in Hamilton, Ohio: the son of Millard and Lucy (Goins) Gibson. Michael graduated from Garfield High School in 1971.
He was a hard worker and worked many years to provide...
Milford Barger
Dec 16, 2020
Milford Barger, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati--Blue Ash on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Milford was born in Saul, Kentucky on October 29, 1934 to Algan Barger and Elizabeth (McIntosh) Noble. He worked at Ford Motor Company for over 23 years as a Machinist, and owned various businesses over the years. Milford liked riding his...
George Barrett
Dec 16, 2020
George Barrett, age 82 of Hamilton, Ohio went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. George was born in Powell County, Kentucky on December 16, 1938 to the late Gilbert and Emma (McComb) Barrett.
George, or known as “G.B.” to most, was well-known for his gardening talents, having grown tomatoes and other vegetables...


