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.
Harry Wesley Oelerich Jr.
Sep 19, 2019
Harry Wesley Oelerich Jr., age 65 of Fairfield, passed away at his residence on Thursday, September 19, 2019. Wes was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 21, 1953 the son of Harry Wesley Sr. and Doris (Cash) Oelerich.
Wes is survived by his two children, Angel (Chris) Harris and Wesley Oelerich III; six grandchildren, Mary, Arianna, Clayton,...
Shirley May
Sep 18, 2019
Shirley Sue May, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Shirley was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 12, 1944 to Dallas Stamper and Eadora Von Leudenberg Stamper. Shirley was a housewife, mother and entrepreneur.
Shirley is survived by her children, Joel (Pauline) May Jr. and April (Garry) Summers;...
Eileen Lowell
Sep 16, 2019
Eileen Lowell, age 92, died peacefully at Berkeley Square Retirement Community on September 16, 2019. Eileen was born July 4th, 1927, to Anton and Antoinette (Miller) Batt and lived her entire life in Hamilton. She was a 1945 graduate of Hamilton High School and received a Bachelor and a Master’s degree from Miami University. In 1952 she married Harry...
Mary Ann Ross
Sep 16, 2019
Mary Ann Ross, age 81 of Camden, passed away at home surrounded by family on Monday, September 16, 2019. Mary was born in Cleves, Ohio on April 9, 1938 to David and Carrie Reece. On January 26, 1957 she married John Turner Ross in Liberty, Indiana. For many years, Mary and her sister, Ann, worked at Wolperts in Hamilton....
Sherman Mcgee
Sep 14, 2019
Sherman McGee, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, September 14, 2019. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on August 24, 1929 the son of Moss and Elva (Grimes) McGee. Sherman was retired from Diebold after forty years of service and then was employed as a greeter for Walmart for eleven years. On March...
Rick Gleason
Sep 12, 2019
Rick A. Gleason, age 58 of Highland Heights, KY passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, September 12, 2019. Rick was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 2, 1961 to James B. Gleason and Sallie P. Frederick Gleason. He spent 30 plus years in sales and management at Bearings Inc. and Honda of America. Rick had a passion...
Theodore "Ted" G. Hensley
Sep 12, 2019
Theodore "Ted" G. Hensley, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, September 12, 2019. Theodore was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 6, 1943 to Benjamin Hensley and Mabel Roberts Hensley. Ted was a Vietnam US. Army Veteran. He was a lifetime member of the AMVETs, Eagles, Monkeys, VFW and American Legion. In 2006...
Dennie R. Baker
Sep 10, 2019
Dennie R. Baker, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Dennie was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 27, 1958 to William Glen Baker and Marietta (Denny) Baker. On September 18, 1981 in Fairfield, he married Cheryl Van Wormer. He enjoyed playing baseball and had an interest in classic cars. Dennie will...
Wilma J. Collopy
Sep 10, 2019
Wilma Jean Collopy, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Spring Hills MIddletown on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Wilma was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 3, 1934 to J. and Lura Irene (Gentry) Whitaker. She loved her work at the Butler County Children’s Services and her involvement at The Salvation Army.
Wilma is survived by her...
Dorothea Marie Withrow
Sep 10, 2019
Dorothea Marie Withrow, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Dorothea was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 8, 1957 to James E. and Thelma I. (Bunger) Chambers. On June 4, 1988 she married Nick Withrow.
Dorothea is survived by her husband of 31 years, Nick Withrow; her children,...
Michael J. Haker
Sep 9, 2019
Michael J. Haker, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away at Jamestowne Nursing Center on Monday, September 9, 2019. Mike was born in Middletown, Ohio on February 16, 1925 to Anthony and Julia (Slezak) Haker. He graduated from Middletown High School in 1943, and from Miami University, Oxford in 1950. He married Wilma L. "Peg" Heinzelman at St. Mary’s Church...
Kenneth E. Schanie
Sep 8, 2019
Schanie, Kenneth Edwin
Age 93 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away peacefully at home with his son Thomas, and partner Adam, at his side on September 8, 2019 after a long decline due to Alzheimer’s. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 3, 1926, the son of Ernest W. (1891-1972) and Mildred E. (Nicholson 1900-1983) Schanie.
...Robert L. "Bobby" Witt
Sep 8, 2019
Robert L. "Bobby" Witt, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away at IU Health University Hospital on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Robert was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 25, 1970 to Charles C. and Emma (Profitt) Witt. He enjoyed fishing, nature, and spending time with his family.
Robert is survived by his wife, Deanna Witt; his daughters,...
Mabel Bailey
Sep 6, 2019
Mabel Bailey, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Friday, September 6, 2019. She was born in Butler County, Ohio on November 8, 1934 the daughter of Elby and Birdie (Stewart) Brockman. Mabel was employed at Wildwood Country Club for numerous years, retiring in 1998. She was a member of Gods House of Sure Deliverance.
...Kenneth W. Rettig
Sep 5, 2019
Kenneth William Rettig, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, September 5, 2019. Ken was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 10, 1942 to Erwin and Leona Rettig. Ken retired from Proctor and Gamble after 34 years of service and was an Air Force veteran.
Ken is survived by his wife of...
Bayleigh M. "Bay Marie" Stewart
Sep 4, 2019
Bayleigh M. "Bay Marie" Stewart, age 15 of Fairfield, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, September 4, 2019. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 24, 2004 to Billy and Tracie Stewart. Bayleigh will be greatly missed by family and many friends.
Bayleigh is survived by her parents; seven siblings, Billy Stewart, Blake Stewart, Floyd...
James D. Bridge
Aug 31, 2019
James D. Bridge, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Born in Chadron, Nebraska, to Donald and Phyllis (Mahlendorf) Bridge, Jim graduated from the University of South Dakota in 1974 with a degree in Computer Science and worked 45 years in information technology supporting scheduling systems, a career which moved him to Washington state and...
Charles V. "Charlie" Wilson
Aug 30, 2019
Charles V. "Charlie" Wilson, age 74 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital--Fairfield on Friday, August 30, 2019. Charlie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 4, 1944 to Charles L. "Shorty" and Lula Mae (Martin) Wilson. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1962. On January 29, 1982, he married Charlotte Napier.
Charlie is survived by...
James A. Scalf
Aug 30, 2019
James A. Scalf, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Friday, August 30, 2019. James was born in Clay County, Kentucky on October 22, 1959 to Sylvester Scalf and Mollie Bowling.
James is survived by his two daughters, Crystal Miller and Jamie (Jason) Follick; five grandchildren; one great grandchild; his siblings, Barbara Scalf and...
June F. Wilson
Aug 29, 2019
June F. Wilson, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, August 29, 2019. June was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 21, 1935 to William D. and Edna (Baker) Adams. She was a long time member of Princeton Pike Church of God. June was devoted to God and her children. June was a loving grandmother and...