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.
Frederick G. Layton Sr.
Feb 24, 2018
Frederick G. Layton Sr., age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018. Fred was born in Toledo, Ohio on June 9, 1940 to Frederick Sr. and Lucille Stork. Fred went into the Army at the age of 17, then after his service in ’59 he served in the National Guard until ’63. On February 6, 1961,...
Manuel "Bud" Fannin Jr.
Feb 24, 2018
Manuel "Bud" Fannin Jr., age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Saturday, February 24, 2018. Bud was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 3, 1931 to Manuel Fannin Sr. and Anna (Cox) Fannin. On November 20, 1953 Bud married Loretta Hooker and together they had two children.
Bud is survived by his wife of 64...
Randy L. Rogers Sr.
Feb 22, 2018
Randy L. Rogers Sr., age 60 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, February 22, 2018. Randy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 7, 1958 to Lawrence and Marilyn Sue Rogers. On May 11, 1976, he married the love of his life Deborah Sizemore, in Hamilton. Randy was owner and operator of Light House Power...
Mary Ella Hudson
Feb 22, 2018
Mary Ella Hudson, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Huntington Court on Thursday, February 22, 2018. She was born in Hamilton on May 9, 1929 the daughter of Donald and Ellen (Peters) Jerrette. Mary was a devoted mother and a very loving person.
Mary is survived by two children, Donald Hudson and Marcella Rommel; and numerous...
David W. Stewart
Feb 21, 2018
David W. Stewart, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. David was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 7, 1936 to Thomas Stewart and Flossie Benge Stewart. He married Opal Hampton Stewart on March 28, 1952. David was a Supervisor for Champion International Paper and retired after 47 years. He loved...
Patricia Ann Vaughn
Feb 21, 2018
Patricia Ann Vaughn (nee Culton), age 82, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 after a long illness. Patricia was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 8, 1935 to Charles and Viola (nee Fambach) Culton. On December 13, 1954, she married William "Ernie" Vaughn and had two children. Patricia was a homemaker & worked as a teacher’s...
Kenneth Wayne Johnson
Feb 19, 2018
Kenneth Wayne Johnson passed away at home February 19, 2018 at the age of 34. Kenny was born on September 22, 1983 to David Johnson and Tina Hopkins. Kenny worked in metal fabrication.
Kenny is survived by his mother Tina Smith; his father David Johnson; his brother Jason (Leah) Johnson; step brother Steven (Amy) Smith; step sister...
Ronald L. Mardis Sr.
Feb 17, 2018
Ronald L. Mardis Sr., age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda Butler on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Ronald was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on January 5, 1948 to Homer Earl Mardis and Jaunita (Gutherie) Mardis. On December 28, 1966 in Hamilton he married Elizabeth M. Frazier, and she preceded him in death in 2014.
Ronald is...
Carey E. Mcvey
Feb 17, 2018
Carey E. McVey, age 43 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Carey was born in Middletown, Ohio on April 11, 1974; parents, Robin T. Rodgers Torbeck and Joe Griffin. She married Shane McVey June 5, 1993 in Oxford, Ohio. Carey dedicated her life focusing her time to her daughters, Morgan and Regan,...
Alene Brock
Feb 17, 2018
Visitation: 02/22/2018 at 10:45 AM to 11:00 AM Greenwood Cemetery Chapel 1602 Greenwood Avenue Hamilton OH, 45011 Funeral Service: 02/22/2018 at 11:00 AM Greenwood Cemetery Chapel 1602 Greenwood Avenue Hamilton OH, 45011
Gwenetta A. Murphy
Feb 10, 2018
Gwenetta A. Murphy, age 68, of Vincent, KY, passed away at Woodland Country Manor on Saturday, February 10, 2018. Gwen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 13, 1949 to Eugene Tackett and Evelyn Sexton Tackett. She loved working for the Lord. Gwen was an active member of the church. She enjoyed working with children and established two Missionette...
Arnold L. "Arnie" Adams Jr.
Feb 9, 2018
Arnold L. "Arnie" Adams Jr., age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Friday, February 9, 2018. Arnie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 28, 1944 to Arnold Sr. and Wilma (Parsley) Adams. He enjoyed gardening, farming, and spending time with his family. Arnie served in the United States Army from 1965-1967 and was a member of...
Mary Lee Bittinger
Feb 9, 2018
Mary Lee Bittinger, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Friday, February 9, 2018. Mary Lee was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 9, 1926 to Robert W. and Mary Louise (Schroeder) Mense. Mary Lee served in multiple capacities as a registered nurse for over 30 years at Fort Hamilton Hospital. Mary Lee will be...
Doris "Eileen" Michaelis
Feb 8, 2018
Doris "Eileen" Michaelis, age 90 of Monroe, passed away at Mt. Pleasant Retirement Village on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Eileen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 1, 1927 to Henry Hunter and Hazel (Loos) Hunter. On Sept. 21, 1946 in Covington, KY, she married Wilbur "Mike" Michaelis, and he preceded her in death in 2004.
Eileen...
Norma Faye Hall
Feb 5, 2018
Norma "Faye" Hall, age 73 of Fairfield, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018. Fayewas born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 4, 1944 to Raymond and Vida Williams. She was a beautician for many years and worked at John Hall Construction Company as a secretary. Faye was known for being a devoted mom, mamaw, sister and friend to all....
Ronald Booker Sr.
Feb 4, 2018
Ronald L. Booker Sr., age 62 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, February 4, 2018. Ronald was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 7, 1955 to Robert Sr. and Martha Booker.
Ronald is survived by his children, Nigel "Jill" Booker, Jeremy (Kelli) Booker, and Ronald Booker Jr.; his grandchildren, Trey, Michael, Megan, Ian,...
Karen Louise Mcdonald
Feb 3, 2018
Karen Louise McDonald, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, February 3, 2018. Karen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 6, 1943 to Paul L. Meier Sr. and Mildred D. (Bloom) Meier.
Karen is survived by her husband of 52 years, Richard McDonald; her son, David (Tracy) McDonald; her grandsons, Joshua...
Roy Robert Timmons
Feb 2, 2018
Roy Robert Timmons, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 8pm. Roy was born in Carroll, Ohio on September 4, 1924 to Ora and Alma Timmons. Roy was a World War II veteran, serving in the Army in Paris, France. On June 21, 1947 he married Elizabeth Marie Crabtree. He founded Matthew 25 Connection...
Austin T. Hensley
Jan 30, 2018
Austin Tyler Hensley, age 18 of Ross, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2018. Austin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 1, 1999 to David and Tracy Hensley. Austin was a junior at Ross High School. He planned to enlist in the United States Army upon graduation. Austin loved taking care of his animals and being outside. He...
Ronald Dean Crouch
Jan 29, 2018
Ronald Dean Crouch, age 63 of Lindenwald, passed away at home on Monday, January 29, 2018. Ron was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 20, 1954 to Marion and Gertrude Crouch. He enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, and volunteering at the Red Cross and Salvation Army.
Ron is survived by his children, Ronald D. (Erin) Crouch Jr. PhD,...