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.
Joyce Kay Smith
Nov 22, 2017
Joyce Kay Smith, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Joyce was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 25, 1941 to Donald and Vera (Griffith) Cramer. On March 5, 1960, she married Robert L. Smith who preceded her in death in 2003.
Joyce is survived by her children David (Arris)...
Eva Jane Holt
Nov 22, 2017
Eva Jane Holt, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Evawas born in Jackson, Kentucky on February 3, 1934 to Paul Smith and Sarah Tillery Smith.She married Weldon Holt November 14, 1953, Liberty IN.
Eva is survived by her sons, Terry (Joan) Holt and Randy Holt; brothers, Ralph Smith and Donald Hayre; grandchildren,...
Gladys I. Hoffman
Nov 22, 2017
Gladys I. Hoffman, age 98 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Gladyswas born in Clinton Co, IN on January 4, 1919 to Pleasant and Lena Dees. In 1947, Gladys married Robert W. Hoffman Sr., who preceded her in death.
Gladys is survived by her children, Lynnette Kurtz,Gail Hoffman, Robert W....
Kenny Felty
Nov 22, 2017
Kenneth Bryce Felty, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at University of Cincinnati Hospital on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on November 26, 1950 to Bryce and Dorothy (Johnson) Felty. On November 26, 1971 in Hamilton he married Dollene McFadden. Kenny was employed by Hamilton Tool and then in the distribution department at Miller Brewery...
Waunetta M. Gilmore
Nov 21, 2017
Waunetta M. Gilmore, age 78 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Waunetta was born in Harrison County, New Paris on May 13, 1939 to Foster and Mamie Ruby.
Waunetta is survived by her sons, John Gilmore, David Gilmore, Matthew Gilmore, and Michael (Kim) Gilmore; her companion of 34 years, John...
Rosalie A. Morris
Nov 20, 2017
Rosalie A. Morris, age 76 of Hamilton, passed on Monday, November 20, 2017. Rosaliewas born in Alliance, Ohio on September 4, 1941 to Paul and Reinette Calabria. As a child, she moved to Fairfield, graduating from Fairfield High School where she met her husband of 55 years. Rosalie worked at Fairfield Senior High School for 42 years. She was...
Jan F. Poynter
Nov 19, 2017
Jan F. Poynter, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodland Country Manor, after a long battle with MS, on Sunday, November 19, 2017. Jan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 14, 1935 to Elzie "Sing" Poynter and Mae (Turner) Poynter. He was a United States Marine Corps Veteran serving from 1953-1956. Jan worked at Champion International Paper...
Leroy Baker
Nov 19, 2017
Leroy Baker, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 19, 2017. Leroy was born in Bonnyman, Kentucky on November 20, 1929 to Farmer Baker and Bodie (Campbell) Baker. He was a United States Army Veteran, serving from 1951-1952 during the Korean War. He was married to Nettie Jane Blankenship on May 11, 1951. Leroy...
Betty F. Blankenship
Nov 18, 2017
Betty F. Blankenship, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, November 18, 2017. She was born in Montgomery County, Kentucky on April 20, 1929 the daughter of David and Mary (Tubbs) Lee. Betty was a member of the Princeton Pike Church of God.
She is survived by six children, Mack Bolan of Austin,...
Dillon Lee Rose
Nov 18, 2017
Dillon Lee Rose, age 20 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Dillon was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 29, 1997 to David Rose and Starla (Skaggs) Cates. He was a 2015 graduate of Hamilton High School. Dillon enjoyed fishing, carpentry, working on cars, country music, being outside, and spending time with his family and friends....
Nelda "Joy" Stadler
Nov 18, 2017
Nelda Joy Stadler, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Joy was born in Miamitown, Ohio on May 13, 1932 to Everett and Brownie (Parks) Kittle. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, knitting, telling jokes, playing cards, and spending time with her family. Joy was a Grandma Helper at St. Joseph Consolidated School....
Albert Stephens
Nov 17, 2017
Albert E "Sonny" Stephens age 73 of Seven Mile, passed away on November 17, 2017 at Hospice of Hamilton. Sonny was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 4, 1942 to Albert G. and Dorothy (Rogers) Stephens and grew up in Fairhaven Ohio. Sonny served in the Army from 1962 to 1964, he married Roberta (Depew) Stephens on November 7,...
Richard Geisler
Nov 17, 2017
Richard L. "Dick" Geisler, age 84 of Fairfield Township, passed away at Berkeley Square on Friday, November 17, 2017. Dick was born in Reily Township, Ohio on February 21, 1933 to Harley and Mary Olive (Roll) Geisler. He was a Korean War Veteran serving in the United States Army from 1953-1955. Dick retired from Ford Motor Co. in Sharonville,...
Rebecca J. Hollon
Nov 17, 2017
Rebecca J. Hollon, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, November 17, 2017. Rebecca was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on July 19, 1963 to David Butz and Shirley (Pelfrey) Brown. She enjoyed photography, singing/music, and spending time with her family.
Rebecca is survived by her husband of 30 years, Glen Hollon; her...
Jeremy James Plummer
Nov 16, 2017
Jeremy James Plummer, age 32 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on November 15, 1985 the son of Terry and Gracie (Duncan) Plummer. Jeremy attended Fairfield High School. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed numerous sports. Jeremy was very eager to help his family with any outdoor jobs.
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Helen Swanner
Nov 16, 2017
Helen Swanner, age 92 of Hamilton, passed Thursday, November 16, 2017. Helen was born in Livingston, Kentucky on June 30, 1925 to Bennett and Clara (Pruitt) Mullins. In November of 1943, Helen married James Herbert Swanner of London, KY. She was a member of North Fairfield Baptist Church, Helen enjoyed many years of going to flea markets and knife...
Sean S. Spivey
Nov 15, 2017
Sean S. Spivey, age 20 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on March 17, 1997 to Ron Spivey and Leanne Spivey. Sean enjoyed skateboarding, listening to music, loved making people laugh, and spending time with his friends.
He is survived by mother, Leanne Spivey; father Ron (Tracy) Spivey; two...
James Richard Prall
Nov 12, 2017
James Richard Prall, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2017. Richard was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 5, 1927 to Charles and Mildred Prall. Richard was a Miami University graduate and retired from Fernald after 38 years of service. Richard was a member of the American Chemical Society, Knights of Columbus, and Junior Achievement....
Dreama K. Johnson
Nov 10, 2017
Dreama K. Johnson, age 63 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, November 10, 2017. Dreama was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 28, 1954 to Chester Eversole and Betty Philpot Eversole. She married Charles Johnson on April 17, 1977 in Hamilton Ohio. Dreama was a very dedicated loving person to everyone she met. Dreama’s favorite...
Constance A. Pence
Nov 10, 2017
Constance A. Pence, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2017. Constance was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 7, 1944 to Oliver Earl Pence Sr. and Bertha Thompson Pence. She worked at Ohio Casualty from 1962 to 1992.
Connie is survived by her siblings, Brenda (Tim) Hale, Oliver Earl Pence Jr., Rae (Dennis)...