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.
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,...
Michelle D. Sandlin
Jan 28, 2018
Michelle D. Sandlin, age 45 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018. Michelle was born in Middletown, Ohio on January 21, 1973 to Wayne Hensley and Donna Casteel Susong. Michelle was a very caring, giving and loving mother and friend.
Michelle is survived by her children, Jessica and Joseph Sandlin; Mother, Donna (Danny) Susong; Father,...
Bill Sandlin
Jan 28, 2018
William (Bill) Sandlin, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 26, 1957 to Frank Sandlin and Virginia Asher Sandlin. Bill was a hard working father, brother and friend. He was one that would give you the shirt off his back and do anything to help.
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John H. Betz
Jan 28, 2018
John H. Betz, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018. Johnwas born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 5, 1922 to Fred J. and Pansy M. (Marsh) Betz. He owned John H. Betz Interiors Inc. and taught interior design at D. Russell Lee. John’s passion was music and played in the Tri-State area for many years....
Amy Denise Collins-Scarcella
Jan 28, 2018
Amy Denise Collins-Scarcella, age 50 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018. Amy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 21, 1967 to Paul and Imogene Collins. Amy graduated from New Miami High School Class of 1985. She loved sports, especially softball, teaching and coaching her children’s teams. On December 31, 1995, she married Mark Scarcella.
...Virginia Lamb
Jan 27, 2018
Virginia Lamb, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Saturday, January 27, 2018. She was born in Hamilton on May 30, 1937 the daughter of Arthur and Bernice (Archibald) Grove.
She is survived by daughter, Marguerite Anne Lamb of Hamilton; and one brother, Kenneth (Carolyn) Grove of Hamilton. She was preceded in death by...
James W. Wooten
Jan 23, 2018
James W. Wooten, age 91 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, January 23, 2018. James was born in Combs, Kentucky on July 4, 1926 to William Wooten and Martha Baker Wooten. He married Beatrice Knox May 24, 1945 in Hamilton, OH. James was a long time member of the Church of Christ. He retired from...
Marcia R. Bagley
Jan 22, 2018
Marcia R. Bagley, age 74 of Hamilton, went to be with her Lord on Monday, January 22, 2018. Marcia was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 18, 1944 to Bob and Jewel (Combs) Schaney. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, and was a devoted mother and wife. Marcia was a devoted member of Calvary Christian Center. She worked for the...
Blake E. Beyersdoerfer
Jan 21, 2018
Blake Edward Beyersdoerfer, Army Veteran, son of Brenda and Chuck Beyersdoerfer of Cincinnati, OH suddenly passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2018.
Blake leaves behind, Kayla Beyersdoerfer, the mother of his sweet dear children Daisy Jade and Dominic Morgan Beyersdoerfer. His siblings, Brittany Jo Logsdon, Brooks Beyersdoerfer and Charlie Beyersdoerfer. His grandmother Daisy Winkler, several uncles, aunts,...
Betty Rose (Meinhardt) Johnson
Jan 21, 2018
Betty Rose (Meinhardt) Johnson, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 21, 2018. She was born in Hamilton on October 27, 1937 the daughter of Richard I. and Clara B. (Lindsey) Meinhardt. On June 24, 1967 in Hamilton she married Bobbie Johnson and he preceded her in death in 2017. Betty retired from Pillsbury...
Cleda L. Lynch
Jan 20, 2018
Cleda L. Lynch, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018. Cleda was born on April 15, 1928 to Brian and Vera Downham. On May 29, 1948 she married Earl Lynch, and together they had three children. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Cleda is survived by her children, Brenda (Larry)...