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.

Donald  Edward Lewis

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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,...

Frank  "Rick" Kopp

Frank "Rick" Kopp

Dec 21, 2016

Frank "Rick" Kopp, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, December 21, 2016. He was born in Price Hill on May 27, 1951 the son of Frank W. and Wanda (Martin) Kopp.

He is survived by his two children, Susan M. Kopp and James A. (Alicia) Kopp and his grandson, Jakson; former...

William H. "Bill" Menninger  Jr.

William H. "Bill" Menninger Jr.

Dec 21, 2016

William H. "Bill" Menninger Jr., age 52 of Fairfield, passed away at home on December 21, 2016. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 26, 1964 to William Sr. and Kay (Harding) Menninger. Bill was an avid fisherman.

Bill is survived by his children, Jeremy (fiancée Stacy) Menninger, Travis (Jen) Menninger, Cole Menninger, and Brandie Menninger;...

Garland  "Bruce" Berryman

Garland "Bruce" Berryman

Dec 21, 2016

Garland "Bruce" Berryman of Hamilton, OH passed on December 21, 2016. Born February 9, 1939 in Estill County, Kentucky to Cecil and Celia Berryman. He moved to Ohio in 1956 and married Connie Schiely in June of 1957. Bruce was the CEO of Berryman Brick and Block Company, for over 50 years in the Tri-State Areas. He leaves hundreds...

Harold  L. Schick

Harold L. Schick

Dec 21, 2016

Harold L. Schick, age 67 of Hamilton passed at Golden Years Nursing Center on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at 4:28 PM. He was born in Hamilton on March 4, 1949 the son of Robert C. and Rosemary (Cates) Schick. Harold was a veteran of the United States Army in 1969 and was a self-employed painter for numerous years.

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Eugene  P. Mcfarland

Eugene P. Mcfarland

Dec 20, 2016

Eugene P. McFarland, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at 11:11PM. Eugenewas born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 25, 1938 to Eugene W. McFarland and Mary (Hynes) McFarland. He was a graduate of Hamilton Catholic High School. Eugene served his country proudly in the United States Naval Reserves, from 1956-1964....

Lawrence  "Larry" Lykins

Lawrence "Larry" Lykins

Dec 18, 2016

Lawrence "Larry" Lykins, age 69 of Milford, passed away at his home on Sunday, December 18, 2016. Larry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 19, 1947 to Gerald Lykins and Betty (Wilson) Coldiron. Larry was a Garfield High School 1965 alumni. He served 4 years in the United States Navy. On February 6, 1968 he married Marlene Durbin....

Christian  G. Haehnle

Christian G. Haehnle

Dec 16, 2016

Christian G. Haehnle, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, December 16, 2016. Christianwas born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 14, 1931 to George Haehnle and Elizabeth (Schnieder) Haehnle. Christian was a Tool and Dye maker at GE Evandale Plant for over 36 years. He was a longtime Butler County Farmer, a volunteer Milford...

Mary  Ann Barnes

Mary Ann Barnes

Dec 12, 2016

Mary Ann Barnes, age 68 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, December 12, 2016. Mary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 26, 1948 to Harry Durham and Frances (Cook) Durham. On November 19, 1988 in Springdale, she married Ralph Barnes. Mary was a school bus driver for Hamilton City Schools for over 25 years,...

Brenda  S. Johnson

Brenda S. Johnson

Dec 12, 2016

Brenda S. Johnson, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Monday, December 12, 2016. Brenda was born in Irvine, Kentucky on March 17, 1950 to Earl Clayton Murphy Sr. and Rosie (Hall) Murphy. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, and also gardening.

Brenda is survived by her children, Earl (Ruth) Burns, James (Ruth)...

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