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.
Gerald W. Ray
Apr 27, 2020
Obituary for Gerald W. Ray
Gerald W Ray, age 75 of Oxford, passed away at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital on Monday, April 27, 2020. Gerald was born in San Francisco, California on December 14, 1944 to Melvin Ray and Naomi (Gerrard) Ray.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
...Vern A. Dennett
Apr 26, 2020
Vern A. Dennett, son of Ann and the late Jack Dennett, left this earthly life on Sunday, April 26, 2020 after a courageous battle with Colon Cancer for two and half years. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 31, 1956. Vern was a cement mason and worked for many contractors over the years. He was a master...
Luis F. Silva
Apr 26, 2020
Luis F. Silva, age 53 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, April 26, 2020. Luis was born in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Central America on September 14, 1966 to Francisco Edgardo Silva and Lillian Isabel (Suarez) Silva. On May 30, 1992, in Hamilton, he married Holly Lee Martin. He worked for Crown Lift for over 25 years,...
Jeffery L. Taylor
Apr 25, 2020
Jeffery L. Taylor, age 58 of Hamilton, passed away at Laurels of Hamilton on Saturday, April 25, 2020. Jeff was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 31, 1961 to Willard Taylor and Annette (James) Jones-Jewart.
Jeff is survived by his children, Kandice (Michael) Smith, Sarah Burkhart and James (Sierra) Taylor; his mother, Annette (James) Jones-Jewart; his siblings,...
Mary A. Smith
Apr 24, 2020
Mary A. Smith, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Drake Center on Friday, April 24, 2020. She was born in West Chester, Ohio on December 5, 1937 to John and Lillian (Winsted) Puska. In 1953 she married Stanley Smith and he preceded her in death in 2015. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness and...
Robert Martin “Bobby” Wingate
Apr 24, 2020
Robert Martin "Bobby" Wingate, age 82, of Reily-Millville Road, Oxford, Ohio, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Montgomery County, Kentucky on December 25, 1937, the son of the late Robert and Mattie Branham Wingate. Bobby was a United States AirForce Veteran and worked for The CECO Corp. for 38 years. He was...
Joetta P. Coning
Apr 23, 2020
Joetta P. Coning, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Joetta was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 28, 1939 to Joe Proffitt and Ethel (Wynn) Proffitt. She worked in nursing for 42 years. Joetta is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Randell Fred Coning; one daughter,Theresa(Bill) Hamernik; two sons,...
Carol A. Conover
Apr 23, 2020
Carol A. Conover, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Carol was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 27, 1930 to Edwin and Cecelia (nee Wiegand) Stitzel. On May 16, 1951 she married the love of her life Paul E. "Gene" Conover Jr. She was a devout Catholic. Carol was a loving...
Leonard Lemmings
Apr 23, 2020
Leonard L. Lemmings, age 52 of Oxford, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, April 23, 2020.Leonard was born in Mattoon, Illinois on December 6, 1967 to Edward Lemmings and Carol Payton. On May 30, 1986 he married Carla Bowling. Leonard worked at Manheim Cincinnati for 30 years as an Auto Technician. He was avid Ohio State fan...
Raymond E. Gill
Apr 23, 2020
Raymond E. Gill, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place in Hamilton, Ohio on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Raymond was born in London, Kentucky on May 7, 1931 to John E. Gill and Emma (Philpot) Gill. Raymond, known as Ray to his friends and family, enjoyed classic cars, riding motorcycles, and playing pool in his younger days....
Kevin R. Lakes
Apr 22, 2020
Kevin R. Lakes, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 20, 1960 to Kenneth Lakes and Helena (Murphy) Lakes Saylor. Kevin was attended Green Hills United Baptist Church and was a member of the Ohio Laborers Union. On February 17, 1996 in Las Vegas,...
Mary Gallaher
Apr 21, 2020
Mary Alice Gallaher, age 46 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Mary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 24, 1973, she was the daughter of James Ralph Allen and Diana L. French Wagers. Mary "Cissy" was a loving mother, sister, daughter, and friend who was admired by all.
Cissy loved her family and...
Deryk M. Bradford
Apr 21, 2020
Deryk Mackinley Bradford, age 21, of Hamilton, passed away from a work-related accident while on storm duty in Helena, Arkansas on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. Deryk is survived by his father, Ron Bradford and brother, Dylan Bradford. Deryk was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda Margaret Bradford.
Deryk was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 4,...
Harold Wayne Bailey
Apr 19, 2020
Harold Wayne Bailey, age 65 of West College Corner, previously of Hamilton, passed away at home on Sunday, April 19, 2020. Harold was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 15, 1955 to William Harold and Nellie Rose Bailey. Harold enjoyed riding motorcycles, collecting guns and knives, and listening to music, especially rock n roll. Harold loved his children, grandchildren...
James L. Best, Sr.
Apr 18, 2020
James L. Best, Sr., age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital-Fairfield on Saturday, April 18, 2020. James was born in Maryville, Tennessee on January 14, 1946 to James E. Best and Grace (Clark) Best. On December 31, 1964, he married Barbara (Hibbard) Best. James is survived by his loving wife, Barbara A. Best; his daughter Margie (Roger)...
Judith A. Stewart
Apr 15, 2020
Judith A. Stewart, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Judith was born in Potter County, Texas on September 24, 1945 to Alva Lester Bunger and Margaret Coffey.
Judith is survived by her grandchildren, Ashley Moore, Chance Templin, Daniel Miller, David Templin, Misty Evans, Shawn Robbins; sisters, Rose (Fritz)...
Joshua A. Carew
Apr 12, 2020
"Everyone knows I have an act for getting into trouble and because of that I had to pay the ultimate price. I died at the age of 38 on April 12, 2020. I leave behind my mother, Deborah and sister, Areena Podszuweit; as well as, my four beautiful daughters, Hope, Kristina, Abigail and Kaylyn, which I wish I could...
Thomas Earl Archdeacon
Apr 8, 2020
Thomas Earl Archdeacon, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020. Thomas was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 1, 1943 to Joseph and Clara Archdeacon. Tom served in the United States Army from 1966-1968. On October 23, 1965 he married the love of his life, Janice DeFord. Tom was a real estate broker in Hamilton...
Timothy Richard Weber
Apr 7, 2020
Timothy Richard Weber, age 68 of Cincinnati, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Timothy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 5, 1951 to Richard Weber and Margaret (Arnold) Weber. On August 25, 1973, in Cleveland, OH, he married Donna Stahl. He served as a Police Officer, Specialist, and Sergeant for Cincinnati Police Department from...
William Earl Paragin Jr.
Apr 6, 2020
William Earl Paragin Jr., age 63 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Monday, April 6, 2020. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 18, 1957 to William Paragin Sr. and JoAnn Underwood. He worked for Laborer’s Union No. 534 and previously as a truck driver for many years. Bill was a member of the Fraternal Order...


