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.
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...
Linda Faye Streeval
Apr 5, 2020
Linda Faye Streeval, age 71 of Fairfield, passed away at her home, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, April 5, 2020. This passing was expected due to her choice to discontinue dialysis treatment; as she put it " Im doing it my way". She was born in Casey County, Kentucky on September 27, 1948 the daughter of Dora Clay...
Sharon F. Daniels
Apr 5, 2020
Sharon F. Daniels, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, April 5, 2020. Sharon was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 18, 1947 to Fred Plowman and Grace Robbins Plowman. Sharon loved to crochet, bake, can vegetables from her garden, take long rides in the county,fishing, and most of all her family.
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Angela Arnett
Apr 4, 2020
Angela Arnett, age 74 of Middletown, passed away at home on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Angela was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 30, 1945 to Owen and Mallie Feltner. Angela enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her kids and grandkids.
Angela is survived by her daughters, Karen Peddicord and Sherry (Gary) Stepp; her grandchildren, Robert...
James Nichols
Apr 3, 2020
James A. Nichols, age 87 of Reily, passed away at Advent Health, Sebring, FL, on Friday, April 3, 2020. James was born in Georgetown, Kentucky on October 7, 1932 to Joseph Nichols and Fannie West Nichols. James was a Truck Driver for 33 years. He loved to sing, dance and make people happy. He was a member of Brookville...
Clifford L. Schaub, Jr.
Apr 3, 2020
Clifford L. Schaub Jr., age 77 of Darrtown, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Friday, April 3, 2020. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 29, 1943 the son of Clifford Sr. and Helen (Pieper) Schaub. Clifford was a 1961 graduate of Fairfield High School. He was employed at General Motors for thirty-one years, before his retirement....
Opal Stewart
Apr 2, 2020
Opal Stewart, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Opal was born in Clay Co, Kentucky on June 19, 1936 to Andrew and Mornen (nee Woods) Hampton. On March 28, 1952 she married David Stewart. She worked at Champion Paper Co. and Beckett Paper Mill. Opal had a love for collecting, antiquing,...
Doris Jean (Kuhl) Wilmer
Apr 2, 2020
Doris Jean (Kuhl) Wilmer, a recent resident of Columbus, but a longtime resident of Hamilton, passed peacefully on April 2, 2020. Doris was born on August 21, 1928 to George and Elva Kuhl. She was a graduate of Ross High School, and worked at the Butler County probate court and later at a local savings and loan in Hamilton....


