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.

Gerald  Lee Thomas

Gerald Lee Thomas

Feb 20, 2017

Gerald Lee Thomas, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Monday, February 20, 2017. Gerald was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 9, 1945 to Earl Thomas and Opal (Bennett) Riley.

Gerald is survived by his daughter Geralynne Rader, his step daughters, Toni Massey, Bridgette Meredith, and Shaunda Norher. Gerald was preceded in death by...

Gary Wayne "Smokey" Johnson

Gary Wayne "Smokey" Johnson

Feb 20, 2017

Gary Wayne "Smokey" Johnson, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, February 20, 2017. Gary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 30, 1950 to Ben H and Marie (Feltner) Johnson. Gary enjoyed fishing anytime he could and loved playing with his great nieces and nephews.

Gary is survived by his siblings, Tony...

Kenneth  M. Sapp

Kenneth M. Sapp

Feb 18, 2017

Kenneth "Kenny" M. Sapp, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, February 18, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on July 14, 1927 the son of John and Clyde (Eads) Sapp. On July 4, 1953 in Hamilton he married Velma Sandlin and she preceded him in death in 2001. Kenny was veteran of United...

Jean Kelly

Jean Kelly

Feb 18, 2017

Jean Kelly, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, February 18, 2017. She was born in Hamilton on July 29, 1933 to Curtis and Edith (Kelley) Doyle. On January 10, 1966 in Brookville, Indiana she married Donald "Pete" Kelly and he preceded her in death in 1997. She was a member of VFW Chuck...

Juanita Rose

Juanita Rose

Feb 13, 2017

Juanita Rose, age 92 of Fairfield, passed away at Tri County Extended Care Center on Monday, February 13, 2017. Juanita was born in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky on November 18, 1924 to James Whitaker and Ethel (Evans) Mullins. She was a charter member of Hamilton Church of God. On January 27, 1941 she married Lawrence Rose, and he preceded her...

Carol Parker

Carol Parker

Feb 12, 2017

Carol Parker, age 77 of Decatur, Indiana passed away at her residence on Sunday, February 12, 2017. She was born in Hamilton on March 19, 1939 the daughter of Christopher and Bertha (Winkler) Collins. On February 9, 1957 in Liberty, Indiana she married James "Gene" Parker and he preceded her in death in 1997.

She is survived...

James Camp

James Camp

Feb 11, 2017

James Douglas Camp, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. James was born in Ashton, West Virginia on May 1, 1931 to Ward and Garnett (Hawthorne) Camp. James valiantly served our country as 1st Sargent in the Marine Corps from 1948 until he retired in 1969. He also worked and retired from US Postal Service....

Zethel  "Zeke" Eleton

Zethel "Zeke" Eleton

Feb 11, 2017

Zeke Eleton, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. Zeke was born in Manchester, Kentucky on August 24, 1938 to Henry and Ersley (Day) Eleton. On December 18, 1957 he united in marriage to love of his life, Norma Lauer. He was employed by Champion Paper from 1962 to 1996. After retirement he went to...

Barbara Jean Morgan Broadwell

Barbara Jean Morgan Broadwell

Feb 11, 2017

Barbara Jean Morgan Broadwell, 78, of Lillington, North Carolina, peacefully passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017 at her home in Somerville, Ohio. She was born January 6, 1939 in Kinston, North Carolina to the late Robert and Virginia Morgan. She was raised in Lillington, North Carolina by her aunt and uncle, the late Charlie and Catherine Morton.

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Iva  Lee Hensley

Iva Lee Hensley

Feb 10, 2017

Iva Lee Hensley, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Miami Valley Hospital on Friday, February 10, 2017. Iva was born in Sadieville, Kentucky on December 4, 1921 to Richard Williamson Sr. and Bertha (Wells) Williamson. On November 13, 1946 she married Frank M. Hensley Sr., and he preceded her in death on October 28, 1995. Her passion was...

Lois  E. Puckett

Lois E. Puckett

Feb 9, 2017

Lois E Puckett, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017. Lois was born in Dickenson County, Virginia on March 31, 1933 to the late Rice and Una (Stanley) Fields. She was married to the love of her life, Bill Puckett, for 51 years. Lois was a homemaker who took pride in her children, grandchildren, great...

Richelle  Breanne Hoover

Richelle Breanne Hoover

Feb 9, 2017

Richelle Breanne Hoover, age 27 of Monroe, was granted her angel wings Thursday, February 9, 2017. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 11, 1989 to Michael Hoover and Melissa Myers. Richelle was a graduate of Monroe High School and Brown Mackie College. Her life was way too short to those who were touched by her. Richelle had...

James  Scott Bowling

James Scott Bowling

Feb 9, 2017

James Scott Bowling, age 48 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Thursday, February 9, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on February 24, 1968 the son of James and Martha (Duemer) Bowling. Scott enjoyed golfing Potters Golf Course and fishing at the Great Miami River.

He is survived by his father, James I. Bowling of...

Ronald  D. Withrow

Ronald D. Withrow

Feb 8, 2017

Ronald D. Withrow, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 21, 1947 to William and Bertha (Ketcham) Withrow. Ronald was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Ronald is survived by his children; Dottie (Keith) Kellum and Ronald Withrow Jr., his grandchildren; Elizabeth (Jarrod)...

Bertie  J. Overbey

Bertie J. Overbey

Feb 7, 2017

Bertie J. Overbey, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was born in Pittsburgh, Kentucky on August 22, 1928 the daughter of Morgan and Nannie (Bowles) Williams. On June 16, 1948 in Lily, Kentucky she married Kenneth Overbey. Bertie was employed in the Student Affairs Office at Miami University Hamilton...

Stephen Lee "Puff" Elliot

Stephen Lee "Puff" Elliot

Feb 7, 2017

Stephen Lee "Puff" Elliot, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at West Chester Hospital on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 7:48PM. Stephen was born in Pueblo, Colorado on December 18, 1935 to Joseph Jr. and Viola (Lee) Elliot.

Stephen is survived by his wife of 35 years, Patricia L. Elliot, his children; Barb Breig, Susan (Jeff) Voges, Debbie...

Ruth Evans

Ruth Evans

Feb 7, 2017

Ruth Evans, age 75 of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was born in Hamilton on May 31, 1941 to the late James and Rose Finlay. She married Tom Evans on September 24, 1960. Ruth was a member of the Collinsville Presbyterian Church and was the church treasurer for 16 years.

Ruth is survived by...

Alicia  A. Mills

Alicia A. Mills

Feb 6, 2017

Alicia A. Mills, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 2:56AM. Alicia was born in Mexico City, Mexico on January 15, 1928 to Luis Azcarraga and Concepcion Ruiz Miranda. On Feb. 13, 1960 in East St. Louis, IL, she married Robert Mills, and he preceded her in death in 2012....

Ronald E. Ball "Bozo"

Ronald E. Ball "Bozo"

Feb 6, 2017

Ronald E Ball "Bozo", age 74 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2017. Ronald was born in Powell County, Kentucky on February 20, 1942 to the late Eldon Ball and Ruby Bush Ball. He was a veteran in the United States Army serving his country for ten years and then later worked at OPW for over 40...

Thomas  E. Kapp

Thomas E. Kapp

Feb 5, 2017

Thomas E. Kapp, age 69 of Cincinnati, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Sunday, February 5, 2017. He was born in Hamilton on November 20, 1947 to Robert W. Sr. and Deloris H. (Henkel) Kapp. Thomas was a veteran of the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1975. On July 20, 1979 in Hamilton he married Brenda...

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