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.
William Travis Embree
Jul 19, 2015
William Travis Embree, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Sunday, July 19, 2015. He was born in Irving, KY on July 30, 1937 to Denver and Lena (Webb) Embree.
He is survived by his nephews, Reginald (Marie) Woods, Keith Woods, and Kevin (Crystal) Woods; and a niece, Paula Williams. He was...
Patricia A. Baker
Jul 18, 2015
Patricia Ann (Patty) Baker, a lifelong resident of Hamilton, Ohio, died Saturday the 18th of July at Fort Hamilton Hospital. Born the 30th of January 1942 in Hamilton Ohio, Patty attended Hamilton High School before putting her education on hold to start a family. Patty would later go on to earn her General Education Diploma (GED) after her children...
Everett A. Isaacs Jr.
Jul 18, 2015
Everett A. Isaacs Jr., age 80 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2015. He was born in Hamilton on June 6, 1935 to Everett and Dorothy (Roach) Isaacs. On February 27, 1961 he married Edith Montanye. Everett served several tours of duty in the Marines and Army, totaling 18 years of service. He retired from Edgewood School...
Gary S. Young
Jul 17, 2015
Gary S. Young, age 67 of Walton, KY passed away at his residence on Friday, July 17, 2015 at 10:55PM. He was born in Hamilton, OH on November 3, 1947 to Steve and Dorothy (Smith) Young. Gary was employed at Hamilton City Bus Company for 20 years. He was a special deputy under Richard Holzberger, and a member of...
Howard L. Campbell
Jul 17, 2015
Howard L. Campbell, age 84 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Friday, July 17, 2015. He was born in Fairfield on September 7, 1930 to William and Jessie (Nash) Campbell. He proudly served in the United States Army in the Korean War from 1951-1953. Howard was employed at B & O Railroad Co. for over 30 years...
Pearl Bradley
Jul 15, 2015
Pearl Bradley, age 48 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 2:35PM. He was born in Cincinnati on July 13, 1967 to Junior and Verla Hampton. Pearl was employed at CBT for 5 years. He was a member of Hamilton Church of God and an avid UK basketball fan. Pearl also played...
Gilbert C. Wolke
Jul 15, 2015
Gilbert C. Wolke, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 7:15PM. He was born in Hamilton on December 25, 1938 to Gilbert and Catherine (Lubbers) Wolke. Gilbert was employed at Hamilton Tool for 25 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. He was a devoted and generous son,...
Freda I. Roach
Jul 12, 2015
Freda Irene Roach, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Sunday, July 12, 2015. She was born in Somerville, Ohio on September 3, 1931 to Russell and Myrtle (Whitaker) Feeback. Freda was employed at Golden Years Nursing Home for 15 years. She was a member of the Jesus Christ Church of Latter Day Saints...
Dennis Paul Dittman
Jul 11, 2015
Dennis Paul Dittman, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at University Hospital Cincinnati on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 8:03 AM. He was born in Hamilton on May 7, 1954 the son of Howard and Fern (Wyatt) Dittman. Dennis was employed by the Butler County Sheriff’s Office for thirty four years, retiring in 2002 and was a member of...
Pauline Seibel
Jul 10, 2015
Pauline Seibel, age 79 of Fairfield, passed away at Heartland of Woodridge on Friday, July 10, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on June 30, 1936 to William and Martha (Baker) Wooten. Pauline loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas.
She is survived by her brothers, James Wooten and Walter (Lola) Wooten, and many nieces, nephews, family, and...
Fern C. Dittman
Jul 9, 2015
Fern C. Dittman, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 7:00 PM. She was born in London, Kentucky on June 28, 1922 the daughter of James and Clara (Watkins) Wyatt. In 1943 in London, Kentucky she married Howard W. Dittman and he preceded her in death in 1972.
She...
Destiny M. Hubbard
Jul 6, 2015
Destiny M. Hubbard, age 22 of Hamilton, passed away Monday, July 6, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on November 24, 1992 to Barb Hubbard.
She is survived by her mother Barb A. Hubbard, a son Joshua Moore, brothers Kaleb Conley, Brian Holzberger Jr., sister Brianna Holzberger and fiance Keith Baker; and numerous other family members and...
Russell Baker
Jul 4, 2015
Russell Carlton Baker, age 51 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 2:00AM. He was born in Hamilton on April 17, 1964 to Russell E. and Ilene (Shively) Baker. Russell was self-employed. He was a member of the YMCA and attended the Hamilton Christian Center.
He is survived by his wife, Diane...
Phillip D. Ellington Ii
Jul 4, 2015
Phillip Dean Ellington II, age 29 went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2015 from injuries sustained in a tragic accident. He was born on August 26, 1985 to Phillip and Brenda (Case) Ellington. On June 12, 2004 he married Tasha R. Gilbert. Phil was the most loving person who would help anyone who needed him....
Franklin "Frank" Sester
Jul 3, 2015
Franklin "Frank" Wayne Sester, age 65 of Fairfield, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2015 at 03:39PM. He was born in Hamilton on March 21, 1950 to George and Dorothy (Delaney) Sester. He attended Princeton Pike Church of God.
He is survived by his children Ginny (Barry) Blankenship and Brenda Martin, his...
Gladys B. Combs
Jul 2, 2015
Gladys B Combs, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, July 2, 2015. She was born in Owsley Co., KY on October 2, 1924 to Leonard and Gracie (Durham) Edwards. Gladys was employed at Deerfield Company, retiring in 1979. She was a Charter member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and attended Greenhills Baptist Church.
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Mildred (Whitaker) Brake
Jul 1, 2015
Mildred (Whitaker) Brake, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 8:52AM. She was born in Livingston, KY on May 2, 1925 to Earl and Helen (Kelley) Whitaker. She was a member of Freedom Baptist Church. She was a sweet, gentle, loving woman, who taught her family by example; true unconditional love,...
Shirley F. Grosser
Jun 30, 2015
Shirley F. Grosser, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at 9:00PM. She was born in Fayetteville, OH on July 6, 1934 to Wilbur and Dora (Applegate) Woods. In 1953 in Fayetteville, OH she married Paul J. Grosser, who preceded her in death on June 14, 2015.
She is survived...
Paula Kay Winkler
Jun 28, 2015
Paula Kay Winkler, age 50 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully in her sleep due to complications from COPD on Sunday, June 28, 2015. She was born in Jacksonville, FL on January 6, 1965 to James and Donna (Miley) Winkler. Paula was employed as a beautician before she became a full time mom. Paula enjoyed reading, cooking, and music. Everyone...
Dennis Bowling
Jun 28, 2015
Dennis Bowling, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at 03:15PM. He was born in Clay County, KY on March 29, 1929 to Howard and Lucy (Hoskins) Bowling. Dennis retired from Square D in 1991. Dennis was an avid gardener and enjoyed playing cards with friends and family.
He...