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.
Gene Bales
Jan 23, 2015
Gene Bales, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, January 23, 2015. He was born in Mckee, Kentucky on March 23, 1947 to James and Dorothy (Ward) Bales. On April 16, 1966 he married Cindie Johnson in Hamilton, Ohio. Gene worked for Twin City Market for over 20 years, Velvet Ice Cream for 17 years...
Catherine Hughes
Jan 20, 2015
Catherine Hughes, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 07:25PM. She was born in Buneavista, IN on April 17, 1930 to Gillis and Emma (Banks) VanWinkle. Catherine worked at Wright Burnet and Shuler & Benning Hofen.
She is survived by her children, David (Donna) Hughes Jr., Oxford, OH...
Betty J. Cornett
Jan 19, 2015
Betty J. Cornett, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Monday, January 19, 2015 at 12:07AM. She was born in Hamilton on March 25, 1926 to Leonard and Clara (Lutes) Bacon. In 1955 in Hamilton, she married Charles Cornett, and he preceded her in death in 2004.
She is survived by one son, Daniel...
Marion E. Findley
Jan 19, 2015
Marion E. Findley, age 87 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Monday, January 19, 2015. She was born in Cincinnati on June 11, 1927 to Lee and Mary (Supe) Rutz. On August 16, 1952 she married Gerald Findley, who preceded her in death in 1998.
She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Findley; grandsons, Jeremy...
Christopher Paul Rutledge
Jan 18, 2015
Christopher Paul Rutledge, age 42 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2015. He was born in Hamilton on June 8, 1972. Christopher was employed at PTL Trucking.
He is survived by his mother, Gloria (Lynn) Jeannie Hubbard nee Creech, of Hamilton; his sister Sabrina (Chris McCowen) Little of Gray, KY; his father, Daniel (Rosemary) Rutledge;...
Pauline L. Cook
Jan 18, 2015
Pauline L. Cook, age 84, passed away at Hawthorn Glen Nursing Center on Sunday, January 18, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on March 14, 1930 to Claude and Ida (Gray) Johnson. On October 26, 1950 in Hamilton she married Paul M. Cook Jr., who preceded her in death in 1988.
She is survived by her children,...
Robert Lee Parsley
Jan 16, 2015
Robert Lee Parsley, age 56 of Overpeck, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Friday, January 16, 2015 at 7:45 PM. Bob was born in Hamilton on July 14, 1958, the son of Robert S. and Priscilla (Robinson) Parsley. He was a 1976 graduate of New Miami High School. He was employed as a Millwright General Foreman for Graycor after...
Alma Rae (Hounchell) Warner
Jan 16, 2015
Alma Rae (Hounchell) Warner, 46 of Eaton, Ohio, passed away on Friday, January 16th, 2015. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 27, 1968 to Orven and Barbara Hounchell. Alma was an amazing wife, mother and grandmother. She was her children and grandchildren’s loudest cheerleader. Alma loved travel and she was an avid photographer. She was loved by...
Jami "Mami" Sturtz
Jan 16, 2015
Jami "Mami" Sturtz, age 32 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Friday, January 16, 2015 at 03:00AM. She was born in Hamilton on November 15, 1982 to James and Melva (Henry) Sturtz.
She is survived by her parents; her sisters, Kristina (Phil) Rice and Angela (Lance) Kibodeaux; her nieces, Miranda and Sadai; her nephew, Barek; and...
Charlotte Hann Hayes
Jan 16, 2015
Charlotte Hann Hayes, age 75 of West Chester, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Friday, January 16, 2015 at 2:30 AM. She was born in Okeana on June 20, 1939 the daughter of Thomas and Lucille (Gibson) Cavin. Charlotte was employed as a branch manager at Fifth Third Bank for numerous years, retiring in 2000. On August...
Mary E. Napier
Jan 15, 2015
Mary E. Napier, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Thursday, January 15, 2015. She was born in Hyden, Kentucky on November 17, 1922 to Boyd and Nannie (Woods) Jones. On June 9, 1944, she married Dan Napier and together they enjoyed over 50 years of marriage. Mary was devoted in her faith with the Lord...
Elder Luther Fletcher Abrams
Jan 14, 2015
Elder Luther Fletcher Abrams, age 88 of Fairfield Township, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 12:00 PM. He was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on June 5, 1926 the son of John Henry and Stella (Young) Abrams. Luther was employed as an engineering tech at Advanced Drainage Systems for eighteen years, retiring in 1991....
Shirley Ann Gray
Jan 14, 2015
Shirley Ann Gray, age 66 of Lebanon, passed away at Hospice of Blue Ash on Wednesday, January 14, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on November 15, 1948 to John and Hazel (Hammons) Gray. Shirley was employed at Warren County for 17 years.
She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Ron Meinzer, Lebanon, OH; her...
Sybil York
Jan 12, 2015
Sybil York, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Monday, January 12, 2015. She was born in Clay Co. KY on August 19, 1923 to Fred and Ethel (Greer) Buttery. She was a charter member of Princeton Pike Church of God. Sybil loved and enjoyed being with her family. On July 14, 1940 in Middletown,...
Arthur "Brooks" Robbins
Jan 11, 2015
Arthur "Brooks" Robbins, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 09:34AM. He was born in Seven Mile on May 11, 1929 to George and Honor (House) Robbins. Arthur was employed at Armco Steel for 38 years. He was a member of Baptist Chapel Church. Brooks was a Korean War Veteran...
Frances M. Stockman
Jan 11, 2015
Frances M Stockman, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Dearborn County Hospital on Sunday, January 11, 2015. She was born in Berea, Kentucky on August 26, 1936 to Roy and Lizzie (Cain) Harrison.
She is survived by her children, James (Rhonda) Thomas, Tim (Bernice) Thomas, Roy Thomas, William Thomas, and Michelle (Gary Hall) Hinton; mother, Lizzie...
Joy Darlene Smith
Jan 11, 2015
Joy Darlene Smith, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at 6:44AM. She was born in Hamilton on April 30, 1941. Joy was employed at Eaveys Supermarket for over 12 years. She loved cooking and baking, and also loved antiques and living in her farmhouse on the family farm.
She...
Donald Gilbert
Jan 10, 2015
Donald Edward "Gil" Gilbert, age 69 of Loveland, passed away at VA Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 11:18AM. He was born in Piqua on November 29, 1945 to Kelman Gilbert and Dorothy (Charles) Benson. Gil was employed at Schwan’s for 25 years. He was an Army Vietnam War Veteran, an avid UK Basketball fan, and a local...
Thelma "Ruth" Mallicote
Jan 10, 2015
Thelma "Ruth" Mallicote, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Chesterwood Village on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 12:26 PM. She was born in Hazard, Kentucky on November 26, 1921 the daughter of Milo and Linda (Baker) Campbell. Thelma was employed as a supervisor at the Butler County Juvenile Court for numerous years, retiring in 1991. She was a...
Dale E. Kieser
Jan 10, 2015
Dale E. Kieser, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 10:55AM. He was born in Hamilton on May 19, 1945 to Earl and Frances (Bufler) Kieser. Dale was a self-employed musician and music teacher for 35 years. He was a member of The Presbyterian Church of Hamilton.
He is survived...