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.

Peggy Handley

Peggy Handley

Nov 5, 2014

Peggy Lee Handley, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at 03:50AM. She was born in Rising Sun, IN on November 16, 1932 to Curtis and Laura (Lampkin) Wainscott. Peggy retired from McAlpins in 1998. She was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church.

She is survived by...

Peggy Day

Peggy Day

Nov 4, 2014

Peggy Lou Day, age 64 of Oxford, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at 11:45PM. She was born in Hamilton on May 31, 1950 to Arthur and Mildred (Scarth) Hale. Peggy was part owner of Wayne Masonry for 18 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Ross.

She is survived by her husband...

Ritamary  L. Frybarger

Ritamary L. Frybarger

Nov 3, 2014

Ritamary L. Frybarger, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Monday, November 3, 2014 at 2:01AM. She was born in Cincinnati on September 15, 1930 to Ferdinand and Frances (Brenner) Krabacher. Ritamary was employed at Mercy Hospital in Hamilton for 30 years, retiring in 1994. She was also a member of the St. Julie Billiart Catholic...

David Ledger

David Ledger

Oct 29, 2014

David W. Ledger, age 46 of Hamilton, passed away at the Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on March 9, 1968 to Eldon and Linda (Knapp) Ledger. He was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church and Fellowship Christian Center.

He is survived by his mother Linda Altizer, father Eldon (Betty)...

Darla Anglin

Darla Anglin

Oct 29, 2014

Darla A. Anglin, age 74 of Monroe, passed away at her home on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. She was born in Cincinnati on June 18, 1940 to Albert and Esther (Stenger) Schatzle. On April 30, 1960 she married John Anglin in Glendale. Together with her husband of 54 years, they founded John Anglin and Associates Auctioneers. Darla enjoyed time...

Willard Robbins

Willard Robbins

Oct 29, 2014

Willard Robbins, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. He was born in Fairfield Township on June 19, 1933 to William and Lelia (Watkins) Robbins. On March 20, 1963 in Louisville, Kentucky he married Lois Gay. Willard was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a police officer for the...

James P. "Jamie" Button

James P. "Jamie" Button

Oct 23, 2014

James P. Button (Jamie), 26 passed away October 23, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born July 29, 1988 to James R. and the late Robin C. Button (nee Helton) in Cincinnati, OH. He was a school teacher and a recent graduate of Miami University of Ohio. He was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend...

Grace  R. Ciavarella

Grace R. Ciavarella

Oct 22, 2014

Grace R. Ciavarella, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square Retirement Center on Wednesday, October 22, 2014. She was born in San Marco In Lamis, Italy on April 2, 1922 to Antonio and Archangela (Contessa) Battista. She was joined in marriage on April 12, 1947 to Emanuele Ciavarella in Akron, Ohio.

She loved to cook...

Ann Allen

Ann Allen

Oct 22, 2014

Ann Jewel Allen, age 24 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2014. She was born in Columbus, IN on June 11, 1990 to Charles and Theresa (Davis) Allen.

She is survived by her sister; Nesa (Tim) Wells nee Allen, her brothers; Jeremiah Johnson, Gary Johnson, Dennis Johnson, and Charles L. Allen. She was preceded in...

Clyde  D. Doyle

Clyde D. Doyle

Oct 21, 2014

Clyde D. Doyle, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at 12:35PM. He was born in Wilmore, KY on October 8, 1942 to Dewey and Ada (Cowans) Doyle. Clyde was employed at Champion International Paper Company for 35 years retiring in 2000. He was a member of the Masons, Washington Ch....

Jeanette Sapp

Jeanette Sapp

Oct 20, 2014

Jeanette Sapp, age 68 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Monday, October 20, 2014 at 04:15PM. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 28, 1946 to Hargett and Hattie (Proctor) Withers. On November 9, 1964 she married Sammie Sapp and together enjoyed 50 years of marriage.

She is survived by her husband Sammie, children...

Mary  M. Hogan

Mary M. Hogan

Oct 19, 2014

Mary Margaret Hogan, age 93, of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Sunday, October 19, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on September 6, 1921 to Andrew and Clara (Schnapp) Brand. On October 23, 1943 she married William E. Hogan and together enjoyed 57 years of marriage.

She is survived by her children Patrick Hogan, Michael...

Leona  Jean Presley

Leona Jean Presley

Oct 19, 2014

Leona Jean Presley, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Center on Sunday, October 19, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on April 27, 1928 to Thomas and Stasha (Archibald) Morris. On August 17, 1946 she married Forest Milton Presley. Leona was a charter member of the Millville Avenue Church of the Nazarene, where she served...

Trevor  L. Hensley

Trevor L. Hensley

Oct 19, 2014

Trevor L. Hensley, age 40 of Franklin, passed away at Miami Valley Hospital on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at 4:30PM. He was born in South Lebanon on November 9, 1973 to Ray and Cathy (Burton) Hensley. Trevor was self-employed for All Care Tree Service for 15 years. He was a member of Solid Rock Church and a member of...

Raymond  J. Heckel

Raymond J. Heckel

Oct 18, 2014

Raymond J. Heckel, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 2:06PM. He was born in Lexington, OH on October 24, 1938 to Joseph and Ethel (Raitch) Heckel. Raymond was a self-employed painter retiring in 2000. He was a veteran of the United States Navy from 1955-1959. On November 2, 1960...

Herman Moody

Herman Moody

Oct 18, 2014

Herman R. Moody, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 12:45PM. He was born in Hazard, KY on February 25, 1937 to George and Lula Moody. Herman was employed at Vulcan Manufacturing for 22 years, and he was a builder. He attended Gordon Ave. Baptist Church.

He is...

Elbert Rush

Elbert Rush

Oct 18, 2014

Elbert Russell Rush Sr., age 92 of Fairfield, passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 04:45AM. He was born in Laurel County, KY on March 10, 1922 to Charles and Ora (Hedrick) Rush. Elbert retired from SEARS, Roebuck & Company. He was a member of Allison Ave. Baptist Church, served in the Army during...

Darla Jean Strong (Hopkins)  ,

Darla Jean Strong (Hopkins) ,

Oct 18, 2014

Darla Jean Strong (Hopkins), age 72, of West Alexandria, Ohio, went home October 18, 2014. She is survived by her children Sharon Tye (Larry), Karen McQuire (David), Twyla Brewer (Ted), Jewel Vice (Harley), Jeanette Barger (Scott), Tari Smith (Jim) and James Strong (Linda).

Preceded in death by her loving husband James Strong and son Lonnie Strong, parents...

Jane  Marie Gilbert

Jane Marie Gilbert

Oct 18, 2014

Jane Marie Gilbert, passed away at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital on Saturday, October 18, 2014. She was born in Cincinnati on September 15, 2014 to Kirk and Erika (Spurlock) Gilbert.

She is survived by her parents, Kirk and Erika Gilbert; grandparents, Rick (Rhonda Grossman) Spurlock, Theresa (Ed Singleton) Spurlock, Shaunda (Phillip) Nohrer, and Kirk (Kristi Wells) Gilbert Sr.;...

Nathan  "N8" Arnold

Nathan "N8" Arnold

Oct 18, 2014

Nathan "N8" Arnold, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at West Chester Hospital on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at 01:21AM. He was born in Hamilton on June 25, 1929 to Lee and Mabel (Crank) Arnold. Nate was employed at Champion Paper for 46 years. He attended Princeton Pike Church of God. Nate formed and was the secretary for two...

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