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.

Fern  C. Dittman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Lawrence  G. Rumpler

Lawrence G. Rumpler

Jun 28, 2015

Lawrence G. Rumpler, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2015. He was born in Hamilton on June 13, 1945 to Raymond and Dorothy (Stock) Rumpler. Lawrence served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed at MISA Metals for over 40 years retiring in 2011. Lawrence was a lifetime member of...

Bertha Isaacs

Bertha Isaacs

Jun 26, 2015

Bertha Isaacs, age 98 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Friday, June 26, 2015. She was born in Jackson County on May 28, 1917 to Millard and Martha (Baker) Harris. On May 24, 1948 she married Shird Isaacs, whom preceded her in death in September 1990. Bertha was employed at Natural Can for 10 years...

Mary  Susan (Morgan)  Davis

Mary Susan (Morgan) Davis

Jun 26, 2015

Mary Susan (Morgan) Davis, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on March 22, 1942 to Earl and Lorraine (Castator) Morgan. On February 23, 1963 in Hamilton she married Edwin Davis. Mary was a manager at Champion International, where she retired from after 35 years of service.

She...

Alice  M. Wilson

Alice M. Wilson

Jun 25, 2015

Alice Marie Wilson, age 103 of Hamilton, passed away at Doverwood Village on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 11:30AM. She was born in Kenton County, KY on October 22, 1911 to Clifford and Edith (Perry) Mann. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.

She is survived by her granddaughters, Linda (Curt) Donner and...

Steven  D. Wright

Steven D. Wright

Jun 24, 2015

Steven D. Wright, age 50 of Oxford, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. He was born in Oxford, Ohio on March 17, 1965 to Douglas and Kay (Wates) Wright. Steven was a prominent business owner of Wright’s Sunoco and Wright’s Towing for 26 years.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly (Ryan) Wright; a daughter, Kaylin...

Leland  "J.R." Littrell  Jr.

Leland "J.R." Littrell Jr.

Jun 23, 2015

Leland R. Littrell "J.R." passed away on June 23, 2015 at the age of 49, was born July 28, 1965 in Hamilton to Leland R. Littrell and Shirley Littrell. He leaves behind his loving partner of 16 years Beverly Brockman, his children Casey, Laura (AJ), two grandchildren, Katelynn and Harvey, his father, Leland (Glenna) Littrell, brothers, Darrell, Greg, Rick...

Edna  J. Lovins

Edna J. Lovins

Jun 21, 2015

Edna J. Lovins, Born on May 9, 1952 and passed away on June 21,2015. Visitation, Thursday, June 25 from 12 Noon until time of funeral service at 1 PM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 330 Pershing Ave. Burial at Rose Hill Burial Park.

Visitation: 06/25/2015 at 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home 330...

Jeanette  R. Elliott

Jeanette R. Elliott

Jun 16, 2015

Jeanette Ruth Elliott, age 72 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at 09:12PM. She was born in Hamilton on July 2, 1942 to James and Loretta (Maus) Pierson. Jeanette was employed at Meijer for 13 years after leaving Home Interiors & Gifts as a sales representative for 15 years. She was a...

Paul  J Grosser

Paul J Grosser

Jun 14, 2015

Paul J. Grosser, age 86 of Cincinnati, passed away at Bradford Place on Sunday, June 14, 2015. He was born in Cincinnati on April 2, 1929 to Albert and Caroline (Smith) Grosser. In 1952 in Fayetteville, Ohio he married Shirley F Woods.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Grosser; children, Dennis Grosser, Theresa Lednik, Rita (Robert)...

Helen Messelling-Rowe

Helen Messelling-Rowe

Jun 7, 2015

Messelling-Rowe, Helen Frances (Smith), age 79 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at her residence. She was born on May 2, 1936 in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of Theodore and Nora Lee Smith (Fox). She married James Edward Messelling on July 24, 1953 and he preceded her in death on July 5, 1975. She was...

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