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.
Matt White
Apr 25, 2019
Matt White, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Jamestowne Nursing Center on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Matt was born in Hazard, Kentucky on September 17, 1946 to Allison White and Martha White. On February 14, 1970 in Hamilton, he married Pamela Gay. Matt was a machinist at Advanced Drainage Systems for 30 years retiring in 2009. He loved...
Sharon "Butch" Carrington
Apr 25, 2019
Sharon "Butch" L Carrington, age 72 of Trenton, passed away at her home on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Sharon was born in Rarden, Ohio on November 1, 1946 to Clarence Dallas Carrington and Ruthie Pearl Setty Carrington.
Sharon is survived by her wife, Joanna Sprinkles, children, Brandon Carrington, Cassie Carrington and Sammie Carrington; sister, Kay Brown and...
Harold R. Miller
Apr 24, 2019
Harold R. Miller, age 95 of Reily Township, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Harold was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 26, 1923 to Robert C. Miller and Lillie (Richardson) Miller. He married Ruth Burton on August 30, 1947 in Hamilton, OH. Harold was a devoted farmer, father, and grandfather. He loved gardening,...
Richard Henry Luken
Apr 24, 2019
Richard Henry Luken, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Richard was born in Fredrick, Ohio on June 10, 1929 to Frank Henry Luken and Mae Elizabeth Spitler Luken. Richard was a veteran of the Korean War with the United States Army from 1950 to 1952. He married Rebecca Imogene Shoe February 14,...
Martha D. Koger
Apr 19, 2019
Martha D. Koger, age 90 of Fairfield, passed away at Triple Creek Retirement Community on Friday, April 19, 2019. She was born in Union City, Indiana on November 30, 1928 the daughter of Bevon and Mary (Gunther) Harmeson. Martha was employed by Champion Paper for more than twenty years, retiring in 1991. She was a member of Lindenwald Baptist...
Lee A. Strickland
Apr 16, 2019
Lee A. Strickland, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Jamestowne on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.Lee was born in Defiance, Ohio on June 8, 1940. She was an avid sports fan, enjoyed reading, playing Bunco and Pogo, and spending time at Clark Lake with family and friends.
Lee is survived by her husband of 54 years, Robert...
Emma Gail Hibbard
Apr 15, 2019
Emma Gail Hibbard, age 73 of Fairfield, passed away at Tri-County Extended Care Center on Monday, April 15, 2019. Emma was born in Newport, Kentucky on April 14, 1946 to Milford Horn and Emma Hill Horn. Gail enjoyed cooking and baking. She most of all loved spending time with her grandchildren and her pets.
Emma is survived...
Melvin Gibson
Apr 13, 2019
Melvin Gibson, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Saturday, April 13, 2019. Melvin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 9, 1933 to Henry and Ella Mae (Fauver) Gibson. He enjoyed gardening, camping, going to church, taking care of his animals, and spending time with his family and friends.
Melvin is survived by...
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...