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.
John W. Schmitt Sr.
Apr 20, 2017
John W. Schmitt Sr., age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Thursday, April 20, 2017. John was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 2, 1928 to George and Babette (Brendel) Schmitt. John graduated from Xavier University. He was instrumental at beginning the Union at Champion Paper. John enjoyed working in his garden and was a...
Edward Warren
Apr 20, 2017
Edward C. Warren, age 77 of Barbourville, KY passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 20, 2017. Edward was born in Spurall, Kentucky on May 18, 1939 to James Henry Warren and Allie Myrtle (Robinson) Warren.
Edward is survived by his wife, Shirley Warren; his children, Tina Phillips, Wanda (Lee) Dales, Jack Warren, Floyd (Tina) Warren,...
Zola Ashley
Apr 18, 2017
Zola Ashley, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Zola was born in Perry County, Kentucky on October 8, 1932 to Charlie and Lula (Johnson) Hoskins. Zola was an avid and talented quilter; she also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She married William H. Ashley Sr. on September...
Sylvia Vennefron
Apr 17, 2017
Sylvia Vennefron, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away, after a courageous battle against cancer, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 17, 2017. Sylvia was born in Bonn, Germany on June 11, 1964 to Hans and Heidemarie (Steneberg) Schmithuesen. Sylvia graduated from Fairfield High School Class ’82 and graduated from Miami University in 1986 with a degree in International Business....
Kyle Matthew Snader
Apr 16, 2017
Kyle Matthew Snader. Age 25 passed away April 16, 2017. He was born on June 1, 1991 in Hamilton, Ohio. Kyle was very outgoing and had a smile that could light up a room and an infectious laugh. He had one of the biggest, kindest, most generous and giving hearts you’ll ever meet. He had such compassion and a...
Charlotte Ann Gillespie
Apr 15, 2017
Charlotte Gillespie died peacefully at the Ohio Hospice of Dayton on Saturday, April 15, 2017, following a brief illness. She was born in Shandon, Ohio on January 13, 1926. On October 17, 1944 in Covington, KY, Charlotte married Don Gillespie and they remained a devoted couple until Don’s passing several years ago. Early in life Charlotte worked in any...
Harry E. Jenkins Jr.
Apr 15, 2017
Harry E. Jenkins Jr., age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, April 15, 2017. Harry was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 22, 1940 to Harry E. Jenkins Sr. and Ruby (Morris) Jenkins. On November 12, 1959, he married the love of his life, Naomi Williams, who preceded him in death in 2010. Harry...
Traci L. Raley
Apr 14, 2017
Traci L. Raley, age 46 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2017. Traci was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 17, 1971 to Roy andSue Ann Kamphaus. She attended Badin High School and graduated class ’89. On November 6, 1993, Traci married the love of her life, Chris Raley. She worked at St. Susanna Parish. Traci loved...
Thedus Webb
Apr 12, 2017
Thedus Webb, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away at Tri-County Care Center on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Thed was born in Manchester, Kentucky on April 16, 1931 to Tester Webb and Rosa (Davidson) Webb-Flynn. Thed enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends.
Thed is survived by his children, Thedus Webb Jr., Virgil Lynn Webb, Wanda...
Lucille Smith
Apr 12, 2017
Lucille Smith, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Tri County Extended Care Center on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Lucille was born in Jackson Co., Kentucky on June 3, 1934 to Sam Potter and Arkie (Spivey) Potter.
Lucille is survived by her children, Danny (Maretta) Smith and Sharon Smith; four grandchildren, Patty Ann Smith Gober, Danny Jr....
Kenneth Dwayne Dean
Apr 12, 2017
Kenneth Dwayne Dean, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at his home, on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Kenneth was born in Benham, Kentucky on July 9, 1946 to Odes Dean and Mary Francis (Brock) Dean. Kenneth was a Corporal in the Marines Corps serving in the Vietnam Campaign. He was a retiree of the City of Hamilton, and he...
Carl Hensley Miller
Apr 11, 2017
Carl Hensley Miller, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Carl was born in Richmond, Kentucky on July 1, 1935 to Emmitt E. Miller and Nannie (Hensley) Miller. Carl was employed at Champion International Paper Company for 43 years retiring in 1996. He was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan,...
Grace Plowman
Apr 11, 2017
Grace Plowman, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. She was born in Hamilton on April 28, 1927 the daughter of William and Lela (Watkins) Robbins. On July 6, 1946 in Hamilton she married Fred Plowman and he preceded her in death in 2013.
She is survived by her two...
Anna Mae Hurst
Apr 9, 2017
Anna Mae Hurst, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, April 9, 2017. Anna was born in Butler County, Ohio on April 4, 1928 to Frank Hollin and Laura (Massey) Hollin. Anna Mae worked at Beer’s Main St. Market for 22 years retiring in 1985. She was also a member of the Pentecostal Highway...
Rhonda Lynn Asher-Hobbs
Apr 7, 2017
Rhonda Lynn Asher-Hobbs, age 39 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017. Rhondawas born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 16, 1977 to David Lee Asher Sr. and Phyllis (Templeton) Asher. She graduated from Hamilton High School. She had a great sense of humor, loved listening to music and watching movies with her kids. Rhonda was a wonderful...
Madonna M. Allison
Apr 6, 2017
Madonna M. Allison, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Thursday, April 6, 2017. She was born in Richmond, Indiana on December 14, 1923 the daughter of James and Lillian (Long) Gifford. On May 25, 1944 she married Robert K. Allison and he preceded her in death in 1993.
She is survived by...
Anna Lee (Benge) Sorber
Apr 6, 2017
Anna Lee Sorber. Age 66 passed away April 6, 2017. She was born on March 24, 1951 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of John and Helen Benge.
She is survived by her son, Frankie Foster and daughters, Shawn Beverly and Tonya Carpenter; sisters, Rose Mary Yaden, JoAnn Spradling, Jean Hall, Diane Benge, Tammy Benge and Lillie Mae...
Lauretha Blaydes
Apr 5, 2017
Visitation: 04/15/2017 at 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 330 Pershing Avenue Hamilton OH, 45011 Funeral Service: 04/15/2017 at 11:00 AM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 330 Pershing Avenue Hamilton OH, 45011
Joshua D. Webb
Apr 5, 2017
Joshua D. Webb, age 22 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. Joshua was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 23, 1995 to Daniel Webb and Vicky (Winkler) Webb.
Joshua is survived by his daughter, Addison Webb; his mother, Vicky Webb; his father, Daniel Webb; his siblings, Shawn Donohoue and Krista Webb; the mother of...
Ricky A. Washington
Apr 5, 2017
Ricky A. Washington, age 51 of Hamilton, passed away in Cincinnati, OH on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. Ricky was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 10, 1966 to Edward James Washington and Dorothy Virginia(Robinson) Washington.
Ricky is survived by his wife, Angela Washington; his children, Ricky Washington and Jazmin Washington; his siblings, Calvin Washington, Irwin Washington, Brenda...