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.
Joy Lavon Croucher
Aug 4, 2018
Joy Lavon Croucher was born at home at 776 Williams Avenue on October 8, 1929 in Hamilton, Ohio; the daughter of Alphonse and Melvira Mae (Spaulding) Miller. She married Clyde Croucher October 18, 1947, at First Church of God, and they had 66 years together.
She is survived by two children, Alphonse Clyde (Margaret) Croucher and Darlene...
Ronald Rose
Aug 4, 2018
Ronald Rose, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 4, 2018. Ronald was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 3, 1937 to Fred Rose and Ruth Rose. Ronald worked for Champion Papers 4 mill shipping until his retirement.
Ronald is survived by his loving children; Kim (Barney) Clark and Brian (Nina) Rose;...
Paul Payne
Aug 3, 2018
Paul Payne, age 77 of Trenton, passed away at his home on Friday, August 3, 2018. Paul was born in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky on August 12, 1940 to Tead and Sara Lou "Demi" Payne. Paul was a loving husband who loved the lord, also one of the sweetest, kindest and most generous of men that had a smile that...
Tyra Madden
Aug 2, 2018
Tyra Lynn Madden, age 47 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, August 2, 2018. Tyra was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 3, 1970 to Wilma Madden. Tyra loved fishing, all things scary and most of all her family.
Tyra is survived by her fiancé, Christian Goolsby; children, Montez Smolowitz, Jason Smolowitz, Whitney Smolowitz, Justin Vinson, Cody...
Doris J. (Jennings) Short-Hyatt
Aug 1, 2018
Doris J. (Jennings) Short-Hyatt
of Springfield, OH formerly of Fairfield, OH went to her heavenly home to be with Jesus and loved ones on August 1, 2018. Doris was born in Mount Vernon, KY on August 12, 1940. Daughter to the late Hubert and Sally (McGuire) Jennings. Doris graduated from Union High School, West Chester, OH. Doris...
Janet I. Robbins
Aug 1, 2018
Janet I. Robbins, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Janet was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 19, 1935 to Otis and Carrie Huff.
Janet "Renie" is survived by her husband of 61 years, Carl "Corky" Robbins; daughter, Jennifer (Clay) Hucks and grandchildren Logan and Leah Hucks; siblings,...
Fred Lee Gaston Ii
Jul 31, 2018
GASTON, II, Fred Lee, age 49, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on July 31, 2018. He was born on July 1, 1969 to Christie (Johnson) Chandler and Fred Lee Gaston I. He is survived by his mother, Christie Chandler and step-father, Steve Chandler; father, Fred Lee Gaston I and step-mother, Barbara Gaston; son, Christopher (Samantha) Gaston I; grandsons, Reid...
Janice Carol Troutman
Jul 30, 2018
Janice Carol Troutman, age 63 of Ellenton, FL passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018.Janice was born in Irvine, Kentucky on September 14, 1954 to Oscar and Iona (Metcalf) Beckelhymer. She enjoyed spending time with her family, attending church, camping, and going to southern gospel concerts. Janice graduated from Miami University and worked for Butler County United Way for...
Bobby J. Fowler
Jul 23, 2018
Bobby J. Fowler, age 83 of Camden, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, July 23, 2018. Bobby was born in Irvine, Kentucky on August 18, 1934 to Louis Fowler and Cora Mays Fowler. Bobby was employed at Diebold for over 30 years as a welder.
Bobby is survived by his wife Patricia Fowler; his children,...
Phyllis K. Strother
Jul 22, 2018
Phyllis K. Strother, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, July 22, 2018. Phyllis was born in Wenatchee, Washington on April 5, 1955 to Delbert and Treva Ingle. Phyllis worked at Hammacher Schlemmer for 15 years; where she made life-long friends. Phyllis enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and loved ones. She...
Ruby Noble
Jul 21, 2018
Ruby Noble, age 94 of Canton, passed away at home on Saturday, July 21, 2018. Ruby was born in Owlsey County, Kentucky on March 9, 1924 to James and Helen (Murrell) Riley. Ruby enjoyed gardening and reading. She worked for Brandenburg Furs and later Meijer. On June 7, 1942 she married Henry Noble and together they had four children....
Penny Renae "Buggy" Tobergta
Jul 20, 2018
Penny Renae "Buggy" Tobergta, age 5 of Hamilton, passed away at Childrens Hospital Medical Center on July 20, 2018. Penny was born in Fairfield, Ohio on August 13, 2012 to Travis Tobergta and Kyla Becraft. Penny was a story teller and loved dancing. She loved all animals and never met a stranger. Her favorite vacation spot was in Gatlinburg,...
Johnny Leece
Jul 20, 2018
Johnny Leece, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, July 20, 2018. He was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on September 16, 1940 the son of John and Vina (Hopkins) Leece. Johnny was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Army from 1961 to 1968. He was employed as a emboss operator at...
Doris Ash
Jul 18, 2018
Doris J. Ash, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 10:36.Doris was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 27, 1932 to William and Zula (Peters) Lainhart.
Doris is survived by her children Michael (Yolanda) Collopy, Susan (Wim) Vranken, Melissa (Jeff) Feldhaus, and Nancy (Thomas) Brown; her grandchildren, Donna(Rodney),...
Amanda Kay (Barrett) Mcvey
Jul 17, 2018
Amanda Kay (Barrett) McVey, age 31 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Amanda was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 9, 1987 to Bobby and Debbie Barrett. Amanda was a loving daughter, mother and sister. She never met a stranger and would do without for the sake of helping others.
Amanda is survived by...
Ronald C. Burns
Jul 17, 2018
Ronald C. Burns, age 67 of Ross, OH, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2018. Ronald was born on July 5, 1951 to Robert and Marie Burns.
Ronald was a devoted father of Chad (Renee Wilcher) Burns and Kyle (Cindy) Burns; loving grandfather of Austin, Jaden, Kylie, Cameron, Gavin, and Marley; and beloved brother of Robert Burns,...
Brandon Smith
Jul 17, 2018
Brandon Lynn Smith, age 28 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Brandon was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 2, 1989 to Randy Smith and Shelleyne McIntosh Smith. Brandon was a loving and kindhearted soul. He loved spending time with his family, watching movies and eating out. Brandon was a dreamer and is now at peace...
Ruth Pfaffman
Jul 17, 2018
Ruth Pfaffman, age 88 of Fairfield, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 1, 1930 the daughter of James and Helen (Knighton) Duggins. On October 13, 1951 in Hamilton she married Richard "Dick" Pfaffman. Ruth was a member of Fairfield Community Church. She was employed at Wilks Insurance,...
Richard "Dick" Glenn Jefferson Sr.
Jul 13, 2018
Richard "Dick" Glenn Jefferson Sr., age 76 of Trenton, passed away at Atrium Medical Center on Friday, July 13, 2018. He was born in Lecompte, Louisiana on May 15, 1942 the youngest son of James and Ethel (Irby) Jefferson. Dick was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Navy from 1959 to 1964. He was a member of...
Betty L. Bryant
Jul 12, 2018
Betty L. Bryant, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Southwest Ohio on Thursday, July 12, 2018. Betty was born in Kirby, West Virginia on December 2, 1932 to Frederick and Lucy (Heare) Lupton. She was an avid member of St. Clair Baptist Church and enjoyed spending time with her family.
Betty is survived by...