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.
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...
Mary F. Ebbing
Jan 10, 2015
Mary Francies Clark Ebbing of Hamilton, Ohio date of birth January 3, 1945 age 70, peacefully passed away on Saturday January 10, 2015. Mary was the loving widow of Kenneth Ebbing who proceeded her in death on September 12, 2011. Ken and Mary were married 48 years prior to his passing. Their union brought two daughter’s Rita Williger of...
Mabel K. Saylor
Jan 9, 2015
Mabel K. Saylor, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Wellington Manor on Friday, January 9, 2015 at 4:40 PM. She was born in Hamilton on November 27, 1932 to Hubert and Nellie (Brandenburg) Rowland. Mabel was employed at Golden Years Nursing Center for a number of years and also in food service at Fairfield High School for 17...
Keith Compton
Jan 9, 2015
Keith Oral Compton, age 56 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Medical Center on Friday, January 9, 2015 at 04:44PM. He was born in Middletown on October 16, 1958 to Charles and Betty (Watkins) Compton.
He is survived by his children, Michelle Compton and Tiffany Compton; his grandchildren, Destany, Hunter, Tyler and Tanner; his great granddaughter, Kayden;...
Raleigh Buttree
Jan 9, 2015
Raleigh Buttree, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, January 9, 2015. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on January 15, 1924 to William Hayes and Alpha (Bowling) Buttree. On March 11, 1948 in Richmond, Indiana he married Maye Crawford. Raleigh was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II, serving...
Clarence Edward Black
Jan 8, 2015
Clarence Edward Black, age 69 of Trenton, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2015. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on January 19, 1945 to Clyde and Helen (Moore) Black. Clarence was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. On July 21, 1967 in Hamilton he married Brenda Huffman. He was a wonderful and loving father and grandfather....
Glenn D. Lusk Jr.
Jan 7, 2015
Glenn Dale Lusk, Jr., age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Wellington Manor on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at 09:32PM. He was born in Littlerock, AR on October 28, 1935 to Glenn and Dorothy (Williams) Lusk, Sr. Glenn was employed at Champion Papers for over 20 years. Glenn had a strong faith in the Lord, Jesus Christ, and he...
Michael Baker
Jan 4, 2015
Michael S. "Mike" Baker, age 65 of Camden, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015 after a long courageous fight with Huntington’s Disease. He was born in Hamilton on June 20, 1949 to Coy and Edith (Conrad) Baker. Mike was employed at Champion Paper for over 30 years. He was an avid fisherman and loved all animals, he was...
Herbert Marcum
Jan 3, 2015
Herbert Marcum, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 04:10PM. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on February 5, 1938 to Henry and Lillian (Hacker) Marcum. On January 21, 1961 he married Ora Lee Hibbard and together they enjoyed over 50 years of marriage. Herbert was employed at Champion...
Arenzel Lee Rowland Sr.
Jan 2, 2015
Arenzel Lee Rowland Sr., age 70 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, January 2, 2015. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on September 4, 1944 to Lemond and Bernice (Wagers) Rowland. Arenzel was retired from the Ford Motor Company after 35 years of service. He was a member of the AmVets Post 71, the...
Sue F. Lowery
Dec 27, 2014
Sue F. Lowery, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 5:00AM. She was born in Richmond, KY on November 6, 1950 to Paul and Mildred (Lyons) Lowery. Sue enjoyed quilting, bingo, and spending time with her six grandchildren. Sue joins her faithful partner, Sherry Spegal, after 27 years of life...