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.
Earnest Stepp
Jan 8, 2017
Earnest Stepp, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Raulerson Hospital, Okeechobee, Florida on Sunday, January 8, 2017. He was born in Irvine, Kentucky on April 21, 1933 the son of Robert and Jessie (McIntosh) Stepp. Earnest was a veteran of the United States Army and was employed as a machinist for Voith for thirty eight years, retiring in...
Michael R. Tipton
Jan 8, 2017
Michael R. Tipton, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Michael was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 8, 1953 to Shelby and Glenora (Miller) Tipton. In 1976, Michael married Nancy Aubrey, who preceded him in death in 2009, after 33 years of marriage. Michael worked at Fisher Body in Fairfield for 17 years. He...
Bonita Gail Pitman
Jan 6, 2017
Bonita Gail Pitman, age 74 of Fairfield, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017. Bonita was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 21, 1942 to Dale and Marguerite (Issenman) Phenis.
Bonita is survived by her sons, Greg (Donna) and Gerald (Tina) Pitman; her grandchildren, Gregory, Mikayla, and Grant; her brother, Ron (JoAnn) Pharis. Bonita was preceded in...
James Campbell Jr.
Jan 6, 2017
James Campbell Jr., age 89 of Hamilton, passed away on January 6, 2017. Jim was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 11, 1927 to James Sr. and Lucy (Hudson) Campbell. He retired from Champion Paper after 42 years of service. Jim was a dedicated member and longtime Deacon of Millville First Baptist Church. He was an avid hunter, a...
Linwood L. Day
Jan 5, 2017
Linwood L. Day, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, January 5, 2017. Linwood was born in Ellsworth, Maine on November 22, 1925. Linwood was a United States Veteran serving in WWII in the United States Navy, and also in the United States Airforce, serving in the Korean War and the Vietnam War; retiring...
Melanie Ann (Minor) Horn
Jan 5, 2017
Melanie Ann (Minor) Horn, age 63 of New Miami, passed away at her home on Thursday, January 5, 2017. Melanie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 2, 1954 to Ruth (Minor) Asher. She worked as a barmaid at Williamsdale Inn for 20 years. She was a very kind and generous woman that touched the hearts of many.
...Kenneth Wells Thomas Jr.
Jan 5, 2017
Kenneth Wells Thomas Jr., age 52 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, January 5, 2017. Ken was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 28, 1964 to Kenneth Sr. and Kathleen N. (Altmayer) Thomas. Ken served in the U.S. Marine Corps, worked for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department and Hamilton County Engineers Department.
Kenneth is survived...
Robert L. Harmon
Jan 4, 2017
Robert L. Harmon. Visitation 6pm-8pm at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 1350 Millville Ave. on Wed. Jan. 11, 2017. Funeral at funeral home on Thurs. Jan. 12, 2017 at 10AM.
Visitation: 01/11/2017 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 1350 Millville Ave. Hamilton OH, 45013 Funeral Service: 01/12/2017 at 10:00 AM Brown Dawson Flick...Delora Robinette
Jan 4, 2017
Delora Robinette, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Parkside Nursing and Rehab Center on Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Delora was born in Manchester, Kentucky on August 23, 1927 to Silas Smith and Esther (Smith) Smith. On March 3, 1951 in Indiana, she married Lloyd "Pete" Robinette, and he preceded her in death on September 28, 1977.
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Donald Edward Lewis
Jan 3, 2017
Donald Edward Lewis, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away at Heartland of Woodridge on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 6:50 PM. He was born in Hamilton on June 19, 1931 the son of Earl Sr. and Annis Faye (Felts) Lewis. Donald was a veteran of the Korean War with the United States Army from 1951 to 1954.
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Miranda Lynne Brown
Jan 3, 2017
Miranda Lynne Brown, age 36 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Miranda was born in Hamilton on April 30, 1980 to George Brown and Melody (Bowman) Brown.
She is survived by her father, George Brown; mother, Melody (Gary) Shook; and two siblings, Tawna Brown and Nigel Robertson.
Private service held at the...
Edward L. Stutz
Jan 2, 2017
Edward L. Stutz, age 78 of Somerville, passed away at home on Monday, January 2, 2017. Edwardwas born in Highland Park, Michigan on September 26, 1938 to Edward C. and Virginia (Kuss) Stutz. He served in the United States Army from 1958-1961. Edward was a competitive shooter, and enjoyed watching NASCAR, Formula 1, and the Detroit Redwings. He worked...
Jackie L. Bedford Jr.
Jan 1, 2017
Jackie L. Bedford Jr., age 52 of Patriot, IN passed away on January 1, 2017. Jackie was born in Wilmington, North Carolina on January 19, 1964 to Jackie Lee Bedford Sr. and Linda M. (Hill) Manzi. Jackie was a United States Army Veteran serving from 1982-1986. He was a salesman at Toyota for over 10 years. He enjoyed collecting...
Robin Lee Couch Rutherford
Jan 1, 2017
Robin Lee Couch Rutherford, age 54 of Grove City, passed away at Mt. Carmel West Hospital, Columbus, Ohio on Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 7:40 PM. She was born in Hamilton on June 19, 1962 the daughter of Jack and Sandy (Cavin) Couch.
She is survived by her husband, Alfred Rutherford; two daughters, Jammie Rutherford and Jenifer...
Doloris W. Conley
Dec 30, 2016
Doloris W. Conley, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Friday, December 30, 2016 at 11:55 PM. She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on March 11, 1931 the daughter of John and Anna (Shafer) Warner. Doloris was first employed by the Atomic Energy Plant in Scioto County, where she obtained her FBI clearance and then...
Alberta Yvonne Wilhelm
Dec 29, 2016
Alberta Yvonne Wilhelm, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 29, 2016. Alberta was born in Oxford, Ohio on August 22, 1946 to Albert Harris and Lillie (Thompson) Harris. On December 21, 1973 in Hamilton, she married David T. Wilhelm. She was employed at Butler County Lumber for many years, and also at AMVETS...
Edith Brock
Dec 28, 2016
Edith Brock, age 89 of Hamilton, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, December 28, 2016. Edithwas born in Laurel County, Kentucky on March 22, 1927 to Chester and Maude (McNew) Owens. She was a dedicated member of New Harvest United Baptist Church. Edith enjoyed sewing, quilting, and spending time with her family. On August 11, 1945, she...
Will Caradine Aka Willard C. Clopton Jr.
Dec 28, 2016
Will Caradine (aka Willard C. Clopton), age 87 of Cincinnati, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 3:33 PM. Will was born in Washington, D.C. on November 7, 1929 to Willard Sr. and Alta (Orrell) Clopton. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, stationed at Salzburg, Austria. Will was a reporter for...
Jean P. Carter
Dec 27, 2016
Jean P. Carter, age 86 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. Jean was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 31, 1930 to Charles Pope and Catherine (Warwick) Pope. Jean met the love of her life Calvin C. Carter at D. Russell Lee School, and they were married on December 12, 1948 in...
Jessie S. Powell
Dec 24, 2016
Jessie S. Powell, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at 6:18 PM. She was born in Hamilton on June 22, 1967 the daughter of Samuel andWanda (Maxwell) Crawford. Jessie was employed as a hostess at Hueston Woods for a number of years.
She is survived by her husband,...