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.

Wendell Hamilton

Wendell Hamilton

Jun 22, 2018

Wendell Hamilton, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Friday, June 22, 2018. Wendell was born in Ford, Kentucky on April 13, 1946 to Eli and Thelma (Newton) Hamilton. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. Wendell was the President of Little Blue Football, was an active volunteer for East Hamilton Little...

Violet  Marie Sexton

Violet Marie Sexton

Jun 22, 2018

Violet Marie Sexton, age 82 of Hamilton, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 22, 2018.Violet was born in Garrard County, Kentucky on April 10, 1936 to Amos and Bertha (Adams) Powell. She was a member of Victory Pentecostal Church, lifelong Pentecostal Christian and enjoyed singing in the adult choir.

Violet is survived by her...

Patricia  A. Tucker

Patricia A. Tucker

Jun 19, 2018

Patricia A. Tucker, age 77 of Fairfield, passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018.Patricia was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 18, 1940 to Fred Lakes and Lillian McGuire Lakes. Patricia was the owner of Patty’s Boutique at Traders World for over 30 years. As a tribute to Pat the family is asking for customers and friends to wear...

Marion Cox

Marion Cox

Jun 18, 2018

Marion Cox, age 88 of New Miami, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018. Marion was born in Brown County, OH on March 23, 1930 to John P. and Margaret Cox. Marion was an Army veteran. He married Virginia Montgomery on August 15, 1955. Marion retired from Mosler Safe Co. after 25 years of service. Marion loved playing the...

Oliver  "Hugger" Nieman  Jr.

Oliver "Hugger" Nieman Jr.

Jun 17, 2018

Oliver C. "Hugger" Nieman Jr., age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, June 17, 2018. He was born in New Miami on November 20, 1930 the son of Oliver and Evelyn (Schiller) Nieman. Hugger was a veteran of the Korean War with the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. On May 14, 1955...

Russell  "Russ" Campbell  Iii

Russell "Russ" Campbell Iii

Jun 16, 2018

Russell "Russ" P. Campbell III, age 50 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Saturday, June 16, 2018.Russell was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 18, 1968 to Russell Campbell Jr. and Patricia (Still) Campbell. He was a model train enthusiast.

Russell is survived by his mother, Patricia Campbell; his son, Jeffrey Campbell; his sister, Cassaundra Campbell....

Jane Vanbuskirk

Jane Vanbuskirk

Jun 15, 2018

Jane VanBuskirk, age 55 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, June 15, 2018. Jane was born in Washoe, Nevada on January 20, 1963 to George and Bertha VanBuskirk. Jane worked at Walmart for 2 years. Her life revolved around her grandbabies and her fiancé, Ronald Spivey. Jane never met a stranger, enjoyed to dance, and you would never forget...

Anthony  Lee Gray

Anthony Lee Gray

Jun 14, 2018

Anthony Lee Gray, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Thursday, June 14, 2018. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 25, 1968 the son of Gerald and Gloria (Madaffari) Gray. Anthony attended St. Peter in Chains Church and enjoyed spending time with his family and music.

Anthony is survived by his...

Nora  L. Fore

Nora L. Fore

Jun 13, 2018

Beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Nora (Ketcham) Fore, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital--Fairfield on Wednesday, June 13, 2018.Nora was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 17, 1939 to William Ketcham and Gertrude Gross Ketcham. Nora married Howard Fore in New Miami on Feb. 21, 1958. She retired July 21, 2017 from Miami University in Oxford...

Zella Whittemore

Zella Whittemore

Jun 13, 2018

Zella M. Whittemore, age 69 of Trenton, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 13, 2018.Zella was born in East Bernstadt, Kentucky on October 16, 1948 to Irvin and Georgia (Scott) Hensley. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, and spending time with her family. On January 29, 1965, she married Coy Whittemore and together they had two children.

Zella...

Brayden Jewell

Brayden Jewell

Jun 11, 2018

Brayden Lee Jewell, age 13 of Harrison, passed away at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt on Monday, June 11, 2018. Brayden was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 11, 2005, to Rebecca Jewell Bell.

Brayden was actively involved at Harrison Junior High School, where he had just completed his seventh grade year. While there, he...

Sheridan Becknell

Sheridan Becknell

Jun 11, 2018

Sheridan Becknell, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Monday, June 11, 2018. He was born in Owsley County, Kentucky on October 9, 1926 the son of Sheridan and Otie (Mays) Becknell. Sheridan was a veteran of World War II with the United States Army from 1945 – 1946. On February 26, 1949 in...

Paul Herbers  Sr.

Paul Herbers Sr.

Jun 9, 2018

Paul A. Herbers Sr., age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Saturday, June 9, 2018 . Paul was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 13, 1931 to Harry John Herbers and Frances Anna Mengelkamp Herbers. Paul retired from Champion International Papers. He served in the Airforce in the Korean War 1950-1954. Paul "Bugsy" was a Hamilton...

Gordon  L. Adams

Gordon L. Adams

Jun 7, 2018

Gordon L. Adams, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at the Jewish Hospital on Thursday, June 7, 2018. Gordon was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 2, 1951 to Gordon Adams Sr. and Lucile Sailor Adams. Mr. G loved to karaoke and getting people to sing for him. He also enjoyed camping and gardening. Gordon retired from Butler County...

Charles  "Jack" Wagers  Sr.

Charles "Jack" Wagers Sr.

Jun 7, 2018

Charles "Jack" Wagers Sr., age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, June 7, 2018. He was born in Manchester, Kentucky on November 28, 1932 the son of Sherman and Lucy (Stewart) Wagers. Jack was self-employed in the auto salvage and towing industry for numerous years.

He is survived by nine children, Larry (Rosanna)...

Convel  "Connie" Holloway

Convel "Connie" Holloway

Jun 7, 2018

Convel "Connie" Holloway, age 96 of West Chester, passed away at Doverwood Health Care on Thursday, June 7, 2018. Convel was born in Paige, Kentucky on September 4, 1921 to Boss and Lillie (McGeorge) Holloway. He was a member of Millville Ave. Church of God for over 50 years. Convel served during WWII in the US Army. On June...

Ruby Roberts

Ruby Roberts

Jun 4, 2018

Ruby Roberts, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Monday, June 4, 2018. Ruby was born in Clay County, Kentucky on July 27, 1929 to John and Elsie (nee Spurlock) Powell. In March 1950, she married Ralph Roberts, who preceded her in death in March 1986. Ruby retired from Westover Retirement Community after many years...

Betty  Jane Giuliano

Betty Jane Giuliano

Jun 3, 2018

Betty Jane Giuliano, age 96 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, June 3, 2018. Betty was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 22, 1922 to Walter and Helen Schuppig. On November 23rd, 1946, Betty married Philip Giuliano at Saint Cecelia of Cincinnati. Betty retired from Elder-Beerman in 1989. She was a parishioner at St. Julie...

Orven  "Bowtie" Hounchell

Orven "Bowtie" Hounchell

Jun 2, 2018

Orven "Bowtie" Hounchell Jr., age 79 of Middletown, passed from this life into eternal life on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Butler Warren Hospice in Middletown, Ohio. Orven was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 3, 1938 to Orven Hounchell Sr. and Alma Rae Parker Rye. Orven loved the Lord and enjoyed singing Gospel songs and reading the Bible....

Randall  L. Hopkins

Randall L. Hopkins

Jun 2, 2018

Randall L. Hopkins, age 59, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 2, 2018. He was born on July 6, 1958 in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Glenn and Mabel (Center) Hopkins.

He enjoyed life to the fullest and his passions were hunting, golfing, boating, hiking, and especially riding his Harley Davidson. Above all, what was most important...

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