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.

James F. "Jim" Wells

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Oscar Beckelhymer

Oscar Beckelhymer

Aug 14, 2020

Oscar Beckelhymer, age 90 of Cincinnati, passed away at Drake Center on Friday, August 14, 2020. Oscar was born in Irvine, Kentucky on December 2, 1929 to Ansel Beckelhymer and Parrott (Logsdon) Beckelhymer. On November 7, 1953 in Irvine, Kentucky, he married Iona June Metcalf, and she preceded him in death in 1998. He worked at Pease Ever Straight...

Mattie  Grace Ponder

Mattie Grace Ponder

Aug 12, 2020

Mattie Grace Ponder, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. Mattie was born in Livingston, Kentucky on July 4, 1930 to Leonard and Lula (nee Bustle) Cope. On August 30, 1947, she married Rovy Ponder in Livingston, KY. Mattie was a member of West Side Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, watching the Cincinnati...

Phyllis  J. Wagers

Phyllis J. Wagers

Aug 11, 2020

Phyllis J. Wagers, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. Phyllis was born in Oneida, Kentucky on November 15, 1949 to Earl Bowling and Dorothy Sester Bowling. She enjoyed running her fishing lake, Twin Hills for over 15 years.

Phyllis is survived by her husband, Lavon Wagers; sons, Jeffery Wagers, Chad...

Joseph  A. Mcdaniel

Joseph A. Mcdaniel

Aug 10, 2020

Joseph A. McDaniel, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020. Joseph was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 10, 1936 to the late Albert and Katharena (Hasemeier) McDaniel. Joseph was a telegraph operator for the B & O, Chessie System and CSX Railroads. He enjoyed photography and was a model train enthusiast.

Joseph...

Ronald  Gene Schultheiss

Ronald Gene Schultheiss

Aug 8, 2020

Ronald Gene Schultheiss, age 58 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020. Ron was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 2, 1961 to Carl and Imogene (Dunaway) Schultheiss. In 2001, he married Patricia Williamson.

Ron is survived by his wife, Patricia Schultheiss; his sons, Cody and Ronald "R.C." Schultheiss; his mother and step-father, Imogene and...

Nancy  C. Mcfarland

Nancy C. Mcfarland

Aug 6, 2020

Nancy C. McFarland, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, August 6, 2020. Nancy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 28, 1939 to Earl and Geneva (nee Getz) Lyons. On March 4, 1957, she married Eugene McFarland. Nancy was a lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, member of the Merried Ladies Association and the...

Sally  Jo Hughes

Sally Jo Hughes

Aug 3, 2020

Sally Jo Hughes, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, August 3rd, 2020. She was born on March 4th, 1961 in Clay County, Kentucky, to her father, Daniel Parker and her mother, Rhoda Allen Parker. She moved to Hamilton, Ohio with her sister Ann Parker Reese and brother-in-law Herman Reese where she planted her roots and started her...

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