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.

Judy French

Judy French

Apr 12, 2019

Judy French, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Friday, April 12, 2019. Judy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 3, 1943 to William and Hazel (nee Meyers) Hubbard. Judy loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

Judy is survived by children, Kathy Johnson, Steve French and Robert (Angela) French;...

Cathy  L. Jacobs

Cathy L. Jacobs

Apr 11, 2019

Cathy L. Jacobs, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Thursday, April 11, 2019. Cathy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 14, 1952, the daughter of Raymond and Naomia DeBolt. Cathy retired from Butler County Clerk of Courts after many years of service.

Cathy is survived by her two sons, Damion (Shannon) Jacobs...

Martha Conner

Martha Conner

Apr 9, 2019

Martha Conner (Gray) passed Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at her home. She was born February 3, 1941, Daughter of Liddie M (Owens) Gray and Rev. Garrett Gray Sr. 1 of 22 siblings most proceeding her in death but sisters, Josephine Hatchett, Minnie (James) Tabor, Barbara (Ron) Hall and Virginia Gadd. Survived by her daughter Ramona S. Safarick and husband...

Larry  D. Colwell

Larry D. Colwell

Apr 9, 2019

Larry D. Colwell, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Larry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 25, 1961 to Kathryn Marie Barnes Dingman. Larry worked for Hamilton City School district as a carpenter for 31 years. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and spending time...

Marvin  P. Gardner  Sr.

Marvin P. Gardner Sr.

Apr 9, 2019

Marvin P. Gardner Sr., age 88 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Marvin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 4, 1931 to Jacob and Pearl (nee Cain) Gardner. Marvin retired from the Rossville Post Office after 30 years of service. He then retired from Acosta Food Broker at 83 years old....

William  Robert Kugel

William Robert Kugel

Apr 8, 2019

William "Bill" Robert Kugel, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years on Monday, April 8, 2019.Bill was born in Newark, New Jersey on March 5, 1932 to Louis Robert and Pauline Katherine (Rottner) Kugel. He was a member of the Elks, enjoyed collecting Franklin Mint replicas, studying History, and spending time with his family. Bill was an...

Harold  "Jack" Reynolds

Harold "Jack" Reynolds

Apr 8, 2019

Harold "Jack" Reynolds, age 76, passed away Monday April 8th, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. He enjoyed traveling in his motor home, Hilton Head, golfing and spending time with friends and family. He was a member of Princeton Pike Church.

He is survived by his wife, Francene of 53 years; two sons, Scott Reynolds and,...

Russell  Gene Stumph

Russell Gene Stumph

Apr 7, 2019

Russell Gene Stumph, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, April 7, 2019. Gene was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Russell H. Stumph and Minnie (Bellamy) Stumph. Gene’s career consisted of Champion Paper Company, General Motors, and Chemdyne Trust.

Gene is survived by his two children, Becky (Mike) Huber, Steven (Deborah) Stumph; grandchildren,...

Jerry  A. Woodrey

Jerry A. Woodrey

Apr 6, 2019

Jerry A. Woodrey, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, April 6, 2019. Jerry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 26, 1941 to John and Helen (nee Bucheit) Woodrey. Jerry started his work career at Cincinnati Bell in 1959. Jerry also had another career at the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Beginning in 1971,...

Samuel  David Neal

Samuel David Neal

Apr 6, 2019

Samuel David Neal, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019. Sam was born in Irvin, Kentucky on June 10, 1936 to Andrew and Mary Lee (nee Riddle) Neal. On July 21, 1962, he married Edith Johnson. Sam retired from the City of Hamilton as a supervisor after 35 years of service. He owned and operated...

Donald Mayers

Donald Mayers

Apr 5, 2019

Donald W. Mayers, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Friday, April 5, 2019. Donald was born in Plymouth, Massachusetts on July 15, 1925 to William Mayers and Laura Wall Mayers.

Donald is survived by his wife of 74 years, Ethel Mayers; children, Ann Mayers, Linda Mayers and Donald Mayers; daughter-in-law, JoEllen; many...

Billie Phelps

Billie Phelps

Apr 5, 2019

Billie Phelps, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Friday, April 5, 2019.Billie was born on November 22, 1947 to William Harrold and Roberta Lee (Elliott) Day. She was an avid biker, loved her dogs, bargain hunting, and spending time with her family.

Billie is survived by her children, Roger (Bobbi) Phelps...

Flavia  Y. House

Flavia Y. House

Apr 4, 2019

Flavia Y. House, age 84 of New Miami, passed into the presence of Jesus on Thursday, April 4, 2019, surrounded by friends and family. Flavia was born in Dayton, Ohio on December 29, 1934 to Fred M. Hope and Emma Turner Hope. She is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth House, nephew Fred House, grandsons Chris and Aaron...

Mary  Katherine Johnson

Mary Katherine Johnson

Apr 2, 2019

Mary Katherine Johnson, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodland Country Manor on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Mary was born in Manchester, Kentucky on May 30, 1941 to John York and Rosa McQueen York. Mary Katherine married Alford Johnson on August 23, 1958 in Manchester, KY.

Mary Katherine is survived by her husband of 60 years,...

Debbie Figg

Debbie Figg

Apr 2, 2019

Deborah "Debbie" R. Figg, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019. She was born on November 24, 1959 in Richmond, KY. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Johnson and Gladys Webb (Johnson). She is survived by her siblings; Sue McKinney married to the late Ray McKinney, Elmer "Butch" Johnson...

Eleanor Barkley

Eleanor Barkley

Apr 2, 2019

Eleanor M. Barkley, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati Blue Ash on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Eleanor was born in Liberty Twp, Ohio on August 5, 1934 to Virgil and Frances (nee Williams) Barker. On October 31, 1953, she married the love of her life; Robert W. Barkley Sr. Eleanor retired from Miami University after...

Anna Martin

Anna Martin

Apr 2, 2019

Anna Martin, age 100 of Seven Mile, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Anna was born in Anville, Kentucky on March 28, 1919.

Graveside service will be held at Somerville Cemetery, on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 2:00 PM.

Visitation: Private Funeral Service: 04/11/2019 at 2:00 PM Somerville Cemetery 100 Cherry...

Jean Munsey

Jean Munsey

Mar 31, 2019

Jean Munsey, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence, surronded by her loving family into the arms of Jesus, on Sunday, March 31, 2019. Jean was born in Blackwater, Virginia on May 24, 1933 to Floyd Fisher and Zella (Johnson) Fisher. On April 4, 1952 in Virginia, she married Clarence Munsey. She worked over 40 years as...

Sherry Abner

Sherry Abner

Mar 30, 2019

Sherry Abner, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati--Blue Ash on Saturday, March 30, 2019.Sherry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 27, 1958 to Ray and Athylene (Maggard) Bowling. She graduated from Talawanda High School in 1975. On March 25, 1999 she married Eddie Abner. Sherry enjoyed painting, crafting, writing, reading, and spending time with...

Robert  C. Hale

Robert C. Hale

Mar 30, 2019

Robert C. Hale, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Bob was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 14, 1944 to Chester and Mallie (Frost) Hale. On April 6, 1967, he married Betty Bright. Bob retried from Hamilton Die Cast in 1995. He enjoyed working in his garden and fishing.

Bob is survived...

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