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.
Genevieve Combs
Jan 29, 2015
Genevieve Combs, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Center on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 02:01AM. She was born in Hamilton on July 26, 1927 to William and Sylvia (Alexander) Saylor.
She is survived by three sons, Gary (Bonnie) Combs of Hamilton, David (Debbie Still) Combs of Hamilton, and Terry (Linda) Combs of...
Nola A. Johnson
Jan 29, 2015
Nola A. Johnson, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, January 29, 2015. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on February 22, 1926 to Henry and Lizzie (Bishop) Allen.
She is survived by her son, Leon Johnson; granddaughter, Sarah Johnson; 2 sisters, Geneva Sowder, and Betty Jean Allen. She was preceded...
Vada M. Martin
Jan 27, 2015
Vada M. Martin, 89 (1925-2015) of Fairfield, Ohio passed away peacefully in Hospice on Tuesday, January 27th, surrounded by her family. she was born to Carradine and Clementine Burke in Loyall, Ky. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Charles Martin. She is survived by her sister Francis Broyles; one daughter, Beverly (Vernon) Hensley; granddaughter, Buffy...
Rita E. Yokers
Jan 26, 2015
Rita E. Yokers, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Monday, January 26, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on April 24, 1926 to James and Mary (Falconi) DeFazio. She was a 1944 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Hamilton. Rita graduated from the Nurse Cadet program at Good Samaritan Hospital in 1947. She...
Merrill C. Sorrell
Jan 26, 2015
Merrill C. Sorrell, age 74 of Punta Gorda, Florida passed away at his home on Monday, January 26, 2015, following a brief illness with cancer. He was born in Middletown, Ohio on September 11, 1940 to William "Si" and Celia "Betty" (Jordan) Sorrell. In 1960, he was married to Janet Linda Lee at North 7th St. Church of Christ....
Dorothy Mildred Conrad
Jan 25, 2015
Dorothy Mildred Conrad, age 91 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 1:03PM. She was born in Cincinnati on April 21, 1923 to Gerald and Emma (Burning) Scott. She was a member of Fairfield Church of Christ. She was active in the Senior Citizens Organization, and participated in the choir for many years....
Wanda Lee Oliver
Jan 25, 2015
Wanda Lee Oliver, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2015. She was born in Hamilton on August 29, 1937 to Elby and Birdie (Stewart) Brockman.
She is survived by her daughter, Connie (Ray) Field; a sister, Mabel Bailey; a brother, Merrill Brockman; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. She was...
Timothy L. Mullins
Jan 24, 2015
Timothy L. Mullins, age 56 of Hamilton, passed away at University Hospital in Cincinnati on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 2:35PM. He was born in Hamilton on May 31, 1958 to Lemon Mullins and Billie (Campbell) Kenton. Tim was employed at Standard Register for 25 years retiring in 2014. On November 20, 2004 in Cincinnati, He married Janet Haley....
Kathleen Keith
Jan 23, 2015
Kathleen Ann Keith, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away on January 23, 2015. She was born in Cincinnati on May 20, 1942 to Frederick and Laura (Noe) Seiter. Kathleen was employed at Kroger for 12 years.
She is survived by her children, Charles (Laura) Moon, Timothy (Mary) Moon, Michael (Pamela) Moon, Rebecca (Randy) Rice, Debbie Minor; grandchildren,...
Janie Christine Collins
Jan 23, 2015
Janie Christine Collins, age 80 of Hamilton, left this Earth to be with the Lord on Friday, January 23, 2015. She was born in Jackson Co., KY on May 13, 1934 to Banford and Bessie (Garrett) Johnson. Janie was a loving mother and grandmother, and will always be remembered for her love and passion for children. Having run a...
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...