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.
Sherry Lee Hicks
Nov 27, 2016
Sherry Lee Hicks, age 56 of Fairfield, passed away at her residence on Sunday, November 27, 2016. She was born in Hamilton on February 21, 1960 the daughter of Thomas and Janet (Burkhart) Hicks. Sherry was employed at Proctor & Gamble for the past thirty five years.
She is survived by her devoted friend and caretaker, Missie...
Charles W. Downie
Nov 26, 2016
Charles W. Downie, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Saturday, November 26, 2016. Charles was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 11, 1934 to Thomas and Bessie (Noes) Downie. He retired from AK Steel. Charles was a member of the Bibleway Missionary Baptist Church.
Charles is survived by his daughters, Melinda...
Earl Edford Lewis Jr.
Nov 26, 2016
Earl E. Lewis Jr., age 90 of Fairfield, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 26, 2016. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 17, 1926 to Earl Edford Lewis Sr. and Annis Faye (Felts) Lewis. Earl was a veteran of the United States Marines, serving for 3 years in the 5th division in World War...
David S. Withrow
Nov 26, 2016
David S. Withrow, age 64 of Fairfield, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2016. David was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 18, 1952 to William and Isabelle (Ketchum) Withrow. David worked in the carpet industry for 32 years and worked at Alpha Packaging as a truck driver for over 10 years. He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan,...
Marlene Faye Baird
Nov 23, 2016
Marlene Faye Baird, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda Butler on Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Marlene was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 15, 1964 to Noel and Delena (Jarman) Lamb. Marlene enjoyed singing and playing the piano. She was a member of New Haven Missionary Baptist Church in Norwood, OH.
Marlene is survived by...
Manford L. Mills
Nov 22, 2016
Manford L. Mills, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. Manford was born in Hamilton on February 5, 1959 the son of Martus and Hazel (Gerhardt) Mills. He was employed at both Hamilton Wiping and Tony’s Drain Cleaning for numerous years. Manford enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. He...
Edward Hurst
Nov 20, 2016
Edward Hurst, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton, on Sunday, November 20, 2016. Edward was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 11, 1936 to Leonard Hurst and Lula (Johnson) Hurst. He was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He was a devoted husband, amazing father, and grandfather. On April 3, 1976 in Hamilton, he...
Lillian "Marlene" Prewitt
Nov 18, 2016
Lillian "Marlene" Prewitt, beloved wife, mama, mammaw, and sister, went peacefully to Heaven Friday morning, Nov 18, 2016 after a courageous battle with AML/MDS diagnosed earlier this year. Born to Samuel and Cleida Rogers on December 15, 1948. She graduated from Taft High School in 1966 where her vivacious personality, great sense of humor, and feisty zest for life...
Margaret (Hoke) Arnold
Nov 18, 2016
Margaret (Hoke) Arnold, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, November 17, 2016. Margaret was born in West Carrolton, Ohio on May 30, 1943 to Julian P. Hoke and Clara M. (Rowland) Hoke. She was a Manager at Speedway for 18 years and had retired from Furniture Fair after 5 years. Margaret enjoyed spending...
Jonathan "Big John" Davenport
Nov 18, 2016
Jonathan Davenport – affectionately known as "Big John" – (age 62) of Hamilton, Ohio went home to be with our Lord on Friday, November 18, 2016. He was born April 19, 1954 in Hamilton, Ohio to Kenneth Woodson Davenport and the late Florene (Corey) Davenport, both originally of Knox County, Kentucky.
Big John loved being outdoors. He...
Robert Huffman
Nov 18, 2016
Robert Huffman, age 84, of Hamilton, passed away on Nov. 18 2016, at Butler County Care Facility.
Robert was a veteran of the United States Army.
He is survived by one grandson, Jeff Huffman of Hamilton.
Graveside Service will be held at Millville Cemetery on Nov. 22, 2016, at 12noon.
Visitation: Private...Quiller "Babe" Baker
Nov 14, 2016
Quiller "Babe" Baker, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, November 14, 2016. He was born in Hamilton on June 12, 1957 the son of Willard and Violet (Skinner) Baker. Babe was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Prus Construction for twenty three years. On February 22, 1980 in Hamilton he married the love...
Shawn Patrick Ohlinger
Nov 13, 2016
Shawn P. Ohlinger, of Fairfield Township, passed away at his residence on Sunday, November 13, 2016 after a year and a half battle with cancer. He was born in Hamilton on December 31, 1970 to Michael and Elaine (Baldwin) Ohlinger. Shawn was a 1989 graduate of Badin High School. He served in the Air Force and was honorably discharged...
Harry F. Bowling
Nov 13, 2016
Harry F. Bowling, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Harry was born in Mallory, West Virginia on November 2, 1934 to Homer F. Bowling and Lilly (Caudill) Bowling. Harry was a United States Navy Veteran from 1952-1955. He was a dedicated teacher at Butler Tech, where he loved connecting with...
Teresa Ann Kronenwetter
Nov 13, 2016
Teresa Ann Kronenwetter, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Teresa was born in Campbell, California on May 23, 1964 to James and Darlene Luegers.
She is survived by her parents, Darlene Leugers of Fairfield, and James A. Leugers of North Carolina; her son, Tony Leugers; her daughter, Tabitha Kronenwetter;...
Kimberly Gwen Johnson
Nov 11, 2016
Kimberly Gwen Johnson, age 40 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2016. Kim was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 24, 1976 to Estil Johnson and Cindy (Croucher) Harbrecht.
Kim is survived by her children Taylor and Luke Tillery (Father George Tillery), and Hans Nolte, her mother Cindy (Rick) Harbrecht, her father Estil (Trish) Johnson,...
John G. Madaffari
Nov 10, 2016
John G. Madaffari, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, November 10, 2016. John was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 24, 1937. He was an amateur boxer in his youth, and received a boxing scholarship to Michigan State University. John had also just completed his 50 year of employment at Western States Machine Company....
Andy Smallwood
Nov 9, 2016
Andy Smallwood, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 7:10 AM. He was born in Manchester, Kentucky on April 10, 1939 the son of Alex and Cleoria (Smith) Smallwood. Andy was employed as a meat cutter at A&P, Meijer, Couch’s Supermarket, and also owned and operated Andy’s Country Meat Market....
Charles Ray Bowling
Nov 8, 2016
Charles Ray Bowling, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 31, 1931 to Leonard and Dora Bowling. Ray retired from Talawanda School District in 1990 after 32 years.
Ray is survived by his children, Jim (Debbie) Bowling, Sherry (Ed) Abner, Susan Noonan, and Alane Taylor;...
Kathy Ann Lehman
Nov 7, 2016
Visitation: 11/12/2016 at 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 1350 Millville Avenue Hamilton OH, 45013 Funeral Service: 11/12/2016 at 11:00 AM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 1350 Millville Avenue Hamilton OH, 45013


