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.
Ellen Abrams
Oct 18, 2016
Ellen Abrams, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. Ellen was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on February 2, 1929 to Richard and Letha (Jones) Lakes. On September 24, 1948 in Richmond, Indiana she married Luther Abrams. Ellen retired from Ft. Hamilton Hospital as a nurse aide in 1980 after 20 years...
Jesse Mcclure Sr.
Oct 17, 2016
Jesse McClure Sr., age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Christ Hospital on Monday, October 17, 2016. Jesse was born in Laurel County, Kentucky on February 28, 1943 to William McClure and Arte (Bowling) McClure. Jesse retired from Mosler Safe Company and also from Liberty Twp. On October 11, 1963 he was married to Bonnie Madden, and she preceded...
E.L. "Smitty" Smith
Oct 16, 2016
E.L. "Smitty" Smith, age 74 of Hamilton passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 16, 2016. E.L.was born in Manchester, Kentucky on July 6, 1942 to Isaac and Clora Bee Smith. A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was an employee of Hamilton Fisher Body, and transferred to Marion, IN. He enjoyed going to the horse track, playing...
Sharon Allen
Oct 15, 2016
Sharon S. Allen, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows on Saturday, October 15, 2016. Sharon was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 8, 1952 to Russell Morgan and Betty (Foley) Morgan.
Sharon is survived by her sister, Brenda Morgan of Fairfield, OH, her aunt and uncle, Ginny and Kenneth Hoffman, her cousin Mike Hoffman,...
Louis Douglas Daniel
Oct 13, 2016
Louis Douglas Daniel, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square on Thursday, October 13, 2016. Douglaswas born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 14, 1922 to Thomas J. and Martha (Isaacs) Daniel. He served in the U.S. Army under General Clark during WWII and was stationed in Africa, Italy, and France. He was in the 85th Infantry Division...
Anna M. Turner
Oct 12, 2016
Anna M. Turner, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. She was born in Oneida, Kentucky on July 25, 1930 the daughter of Bill "Crowe" and Mary E. (Hornsby) Hacker. On November 8, 1944 in Manchester, Kentucky she married James L. Turner and he preceded her in death in 1997. Anna attended...
Benjamin Franklin Minyard
Oct 12, 2016
Benjamin Franklin Minyard, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. Benwas born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 12, 1934 to Normous and Mary Gladys (Bowling) Minyard. He was a member of Laurel Ave. Church of Christ and served in the United States Air Force from 1953-1957. Ben enjoyed golfing, corn hole,...
Sammy R. Shepherd
Oct 11, 2016
Sammy R. Shepherd, 75, of Overpeck, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, October 11, 2016. He was born in Texarkana, Arkansas on May 21, 1941 to William R. and Lela (Goodwin) Shepherd. Sam was retired from AK Steel after thirty nine years of service. He was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Navy. Sam was a...
Addison Grace Hoskins
Oct 9, 2016
Addison Grace Hoskins passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 9, 2016 to Levi "Cody" Hoskins and Jada Imhoff.
She is survived by her parents, Cody Hoskins and Jada Imhoff; a brother, Levi James Hoskins; grandparents, Clarence and Debra Hoskins, Valerie Imhoff; great grandparents; Don Imhoff, Fannie Dezarn, Brenda...
Lloyd Douglas "Doug" Stivers
Oct 8, 2016
Lloyd Douglas "Doug" Stivers, age 56 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2016. Doug was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 11, 1960. He retired from the Hamilton City Schools in 2008. Doug was a loving man who lived his life to the fullest. He was the best friend and love of his wife’s life, a caring...
Ronald Neal "Ronnie" Risinger
Oct 5, 2016
Ronald Neal Risinger (Ronnie) Born November 25,1954 in Hamilton,OH. Made his journey home on Wednesday October 5, 2016. Ronnie was an avid NASCAR fan, loved listening to music, and enjoyed sports of all kinds. Especially his Kentucky wildcats.
He is survived by two brothers J.J. Noe and Randy Noe both of Hamilton, OH. Two sisters Kimberly Noe...
Cleopha "Cleo" Ketay
Oct 5, 2016
Cleopha "Cleo" Becker Reiter Ketay, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. She was born on September 4, 1925 the daughter of Mary Frederick and Cleophas Becker; they both preceded her in death. Cleo attended St. Veronica Grade School and graduated from Notre Dame High School class of 1943. On September 20, 1945 Cleo and Donald Reiter were married...
Helen Maureen Verigood
Oct 3, 2016
Helen Maureen Verigood, age 93 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away at Doverwood on Monday, October 3, 2016. Helen was born in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania on May 27, 1923 to John and Mary Isasky.
Helen is survived by her son, Stan (Linda) Verigood;; grandchildren, Amy (Richard) Glover, Danielle Verigood, Stephen (Tammy) Verigood, and James Verigood; great grandchildren, Grace, Abigail,...
Bonnie J. Manning
Oct 3, 2016
Bonnie J. Heinrich (Manning), age 59 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, October 3, 2016. Bonnie was born in Springfield, Ohio on August 16, 1957 to Albert L. and Gracie Marie (Proffitt) McQueen.
Bonnie is survived by her daughters, April L. (Danny Sr.) Broughton, Dawn M. Ornelas (Heinrich), and Melissa Sutton-Manzana (Olivia Manzana); grandchildren, Kristen (Randy) Burks,...
Mary Catherine Davis
Oct 2, 2016
Mary Catherine Davis, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Huntington Court on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Mary was born in Clinton County, Indiana on September 6, 1940 to Clarence and Lillian (Hawkins) Clouser. In 1966 she married Robert Davis, who preceded her in death in 1994.
Mary is survived by her sons, Jerry (Jennifer) Davis, Thomas...
James Cullen Lewis
Oct 2, 2016
James Cullen Lewis, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, October 2, 2016. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 16, 1959 to James H. and Bonnie Jean (Cullen) Lewis. He was a 1977 graduate of Taft High School in Hamilton. Jim was a loving brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was...
David Winsted
Oct 2, 2016
David Winsted, age 68 passed Oct. 2, 2016. Visitation Sun. Oct. 9th from 5-7pm at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 1350 Millville Ave. Hamilton, OH.
Visitation: 10/09/2016 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 1350 Millville Ave. Hamilton OH, 45013 Funeral Service: PrivateBetty R. Lewis
Oct 2, 2016
Betty R Lewis, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 1:28 PM. Betty was born in Keavy, Kentucky on September 2, 1934 to Furman Miller and Effie (Parker) Miller. On December 7, 1956 in Somerset, Kentucky she married Charles Anderson Lewis, Sr. and he preceded her in death in 2011....
Walter Brockman
Sep 30, 2016
Walter Brockman, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Brookdale Springdale in Springdale, OH on Friday, September 30, 2016. Walter was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 2, 1923 to Alvis Joel Brockman and Samantha (Welch) Brockman. Walter attended Hamilton City Schools. He was a United States Veteran in the Marine Corps from 1942-1946, serving in the Pacific Region....
Jessie Mcguffey
Sep 28, 2016
Jessie McGuffey, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2016. Jessie was born in Creekmore, Kentucky on November 29, 1944 to Arnold and Gracie (Neal) Davenport.
Jessie is survived by her sons, Craig McGuffey and Jeff (Lela) McGuffey; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sisters, Willa Davenport and Shirley (Ed) Seither . She was preceded...


