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.
Ralph W. Hubbard
Jul 12, 2018
Ralph W. Hubbard, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, July 12, 2018. He was born on July 21, 1926 to Elbert and Laura (Wells) Hubbard. Ralph was a veteran of World War II with the United States Navy, where he was a member of the SeaBees. He was a self-employed contractor for more than...
David Harkleroad
Jul 11, 2018
David Wayne Harkleroad, age 71 of New Miami, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. David was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 4, 1946 to John C. Harkleroad and Fay Jones McAllister.
David is survived by his wife, Doris Harkleroad; daughter, Amy Ollis; grandchildren, Kate, Luke and Jackson Ollis; son, Chris Johnson;...
Michael E. Barrett
Jul 10, 2018
Michael E. Barrett, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. Mike was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 5, 1958 to Elbert and Shirley Barrett. On September 30, 1999, Mike married Donna Chaney of Hamilton. Mike worked as a heavy equipment operator with Union Local 18. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing and...
Mary R. Thomas
Jul 10, 2018
Mary R. Thomas, age 75 of Oxford, passed away at Knolls of Oxford Health Care on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. Mary was born in Youngstown, Ohio on August 30, 1942 to Francis Gottron and Margaret (Richards) Gottron.
Services will be held at a later date.
Visitation: Private Funeral Service: PrivateMartha F. Gabbard
Jul 9, 2018
Martha F. Gabbard, age 78 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital--Fairfield on Monday, July 9, 2018. Martha was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 16, 1939 to Joseph Dees and Shirley (Hopkins) Dees.
Martha is survived by her children, Cynthia Murray and Michael Gabbard; and many other family and friends. Martha was preceded in death by...
Mattie E. Hooker
Jul 8, 2018
Mattie E. Hooker, age 99 of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Mattie was born in Indee, Kentucky on April 10, 1919 to John and Nannie Bowman. On October 31, 1937, Mattie was married to Roland L. Hooker in Liberty, IN. Mattie enjoyed crocheting and quilting. She was also an amazing gardener.
Mattie is survived...
Irene Mcguire
Jul 8, 2018
Irene McGuire, age 87 of Hamilton, OH went home to be with the Lord and passed away at her home on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Irene was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 31, 1931 to John Croucher and Ella Saylor Croucher. Irene married Marion in Newport, KY on August 4, 1948. She was an active member of the...
Walter Wiseman
Jul 6, 2018
Walter Wiseman, age 94 of Fairhaven, OH passed away at Thomson-Hood Veteran Center on Friday, July 6, 2018.Walter was born in Hargett, Kentucky on April 29, 1924 to Andrew and Sobrina (Shepherd) Wiseman. He was a D-Day survivor of WWII serving in the United States Navy as a gunners mate. After his discharge from the Navy, he made his...
Ruthann Willis
Jul 5, 2018
RuthAnn Willis, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, July 5, 2018. RuthAnn was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 24, 1948 to Robert Graham and LaVera (Stanton) Graham. She worked at Wendy’s for 29 years, and at Berkeley in Housekeeping for 20 years. She was a loving sister, mother, aunt, and grandmother. Her...
Patricia L. Archer
Jul 4, 2018
Patricia L. Archer, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018. She was born in Orange County, Indiana on October 18, 1942 the daughter of Andrew W. and Anna M. (Saltz) Archer. Patricia was employed as a server at Waffle House. She attended Wesleyan Baptist Church in New Miami.
She is survived by five children,...
Charles J. Menke
Jul 4, 2018
Charles J. Menke, born January 3, 1939, age 79 passed away at Fort. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday July 4, 2018. Charles is a veteran from serving in the United States Air Force.
Charles is survived by his wife, Janet Walther Menke; daughters, Jo Ellen (Warren) Barnes and Jamie (Paul) Koehler; granddaughters, Shannon Barnes, Kirsten Koehler and Morgan...
Robert E. Hawkins
Jul 4, 2018
Robert E. Hawkins, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on July 4, 2018. Robert was born in Brookville, Indiana on November 4, 1936 to Roscoe Hawkins and Louisa (Ryan) Hawkins.
Robert is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Rebecca (Shannon) Hawkins; and several brothers, sisters, and other family and friends. Robert was preceded in...
Weston D. Williams
Jul 2, 2018
Weston D. Williams, age 22 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, July 2, 2018. Weston was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 16, 1996 to David D. Williams and Mary (Combs) Baker.
Weston is survived by his father, David D. Williams; his mother, Mary (Robert) Baker; his sister, Shelby (Brady Depew) Williams; his grandmother,...
Jacquelyne "Jackie" Laney
Jul 2, 2018
Jacquelyne Inge "Jackie" Laney, age 58 of Batavia, passed away at Batavia Nursing Home on Monday, July 2, 2018. Jackie was born in Berlin, Germany on January 26, 1960 to WIlliam R. and Inge H. (Fischer) Spears. She loved animals, nature, and worked for League for Animal Welfare in Batavia.
Jackie is survived by her children, Amanda...
Tina Luann Vaughn
Jul 2, 2018
Tina Luann Vaughn, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2018. Tina was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 22, 1963 to George Patterson and Gloria Goins. Tina was always willing to lend a helping hand, even if times were tough. Tina loved her daughter, son-in-law, and grandbabies; they were her life.
Tina is...
Mary Louise Oliver
Jun 30, 2018
Mary Louise Oliver, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Doverwood Health Care on Saturday, June 30, 2018. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 2, 1946 the daughter of Charles and Lucy (Barrett) Davidson.
Louise is survived by two aunts, Helen Clark and Myrtle Powell; and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her...
Emma Jean Cress
Jun 30, 2018
Emma Jean Cress, age 90 of Middletown, passed away at Arlington Pointe on Saturday, June 30, 2018.Emma was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 10, 1927 to Dixon Manard Halcomb and Mabel Grace (Holcomb) Halcomb. Emma interests included Bowling and playing cards.
Emma is survived by John Mitchell Cress and Gary Wayne (Olivia) Cress; one brother, Leroy...
Charles Harold Rogers
Jun 27, 2018
Charles Harold Rogers, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Jamestowne on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Harold was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 3, 1932 to Charlie and Eva (nee Powell) Rogers. Harold was an Army Veteran from the Korean War from ’49 to ’54. On August 1, 1960, he married Pearl Shoemaker of Hamilton, who preceded him...
James Vernon Perry
Jun 26, 2018
James Vernon Perry, age 83 of McKee, Kentucky passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. Vernon was born in McKee, Kentucky on September 18, 1934 the son of Clarence and Minnie (Anderson) Perry. He was retired from Mosler Safe Company, a member of the Masons, and a Kentucky Colonel.
Vernon is survived by...
Fay Winkler
Jun 25, 2018
Fay Z. Winkler, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, June 25, 2018. Fay was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 14, 1951 to Robert Zinsmeister and Margie Shearer Zinsmeister. Fay was a proud graduate of the Fairfield High School, class of 1969. After her duties as a "stay at home" were fulfilled, Fay attended and graduated from...