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.
Denise A. Sapp
Apr 1, 2014
Denise A. Sapp, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away at University Hospital on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on October 1, 1953 to Dennis and Norma (Wright) Helton.
Denise is survived by her husband Eddie, daughters Leslie (Aaron) Petrie and Lynsey Sapp and step daughter Lori (Steve) Walker; granddaughters Kayli and Karli; sister...
David R. Jacobs
Apr 1, 2014
David R. Jacobs passed away at his home on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on March 13, 1932 to Clarence and Rose (Huber) Jacobs. David was a 1950 graduate of Hamilton Catholic High School and attended Xavier University and the University of Cincinnati. His career included Industrial Transportation at the Mosler Safe Company and Warehousing...
Dianne Mcguire
Mar 31, 2014
Dianne (Byrd) McGuire, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2014. She was born in Cincinnati on January 1, 1952 to Lawrence and Esther (Angel) Byrd, Sr. Dianne married Larry McGuire on March 2, 1976 in Hamilton.
She is survived by her husband, Larry D. McGuire; children, Angela L. Blythe, SSgt Lawrence (Melissa) McGuire...
Glendon Hinkle
Mar 30, 2014
Glendon Hinkle, age 84 of Seven Mile, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2014. He was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on November 17, 1929 to Lester and Mary (Hale) Hinkle. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1952. He married Mattie Lewis on November 20, 1954 in Liberty, Indiana. Glendon was employed...
Beulah Robertson
Mar 27, 2014
Beulah Robertson, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2014. She was born in Snell, Kentucky on March 15, 1931 to George and Ada (Chaney) Hargis.
She is survived by her children, Rick (Sue) Robertson, Dallas (Cindy) Robertson and Lisa (Daryle) Heck; grandchildren, Diane (Chris) Williams, Bear Robertson, Jessica Smithson, Michael Robertson and Kristina...
Steven W. Blanton
Mar 26, 2014
Steven W. Blanton, age 60 of Trenton, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. He was born in Vernon Parish, Lousiana on June 21, 1953 to William and Ruby (Rice) Blanton. Steven retired from AK Steel in 2006 after 35 years. Steven was currently employed with United Performance Metals in Hamilton. He was an...
Loretta Faye Moore
Mar 26, 2014
Loretta Faye Moore, age 78 of Hamilton passed away at Huntington Court on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 3:30 PM. She was born in Bath County, Kentucky on December 8, 1935 the daughter of Arvie and Della Crouch. Loretta was employed as a supervisor of a group home for Butler County MRDD for many years.
She is...
Randall S. Mayer
Mar 25, 2014
Randall S. Mayer, age 24 of Monroe, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on July 11, 1989 to Scott Mayer and Peggy Colwell. Randall graduated from Monroe High School in 2007. He enjoyed playing basketball, the outdoors, and was an avid UK Wildcats fan. Randall was employed with his family at their West...
Tracey L. Stone
Mar 22, 2014
Tracey L. Stone, age 39 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at West Chester Hospital on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 5:54PM. She was born in South Plainfield, NJ on February 27, 1975 to Jeffrey and Mary (Frye) Schwartz. Tracey was employed at Fairfield North Elementary as a teacher for three years. She was a member of Princeton Pike Church...
Norman Crank, Jr.
Mar 22, 2014
Norman Crank, Jr., age 76 of Melbourne, Florida passed away at his residence on Saturday, March 22, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on July 27, 1937 the son of Norman and Clyda (Flynn) Crank Sr. Norman was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was the owner/operator of a rental equipment company and was a member of the...
Charles Popp Sr.
Mar 22, 2014
Charles R. Popp, Sr, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on August 30, 1944 to Raymond and Anna Mae (Daily) Popp. Charles was Corpsman in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era. He retired from Smart Paper after 42 years. Charles was the AmVets Post #2 Honor Guard...
Domenica "Domma" Reece
Mar 22, 2014
Domenica "Domma" Reece, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on December 2, 1927 to Angelo and Rose (Carito) Arminio. Domma spent most of her life caring for others as a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an attentive listener, always up for adventure and arguably the best cook...
Alpha Hume
Mar 21, 2014
Alpha Hume, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2014. She was born in East Bernstadt, KY on January 11, 1931 to Jay and Maud (Allen) Napier. Alpha was employed at Champion Paper Company for 23 years retiring in 1996.
She is survived by her husband Donnie Hume, of Hamilton, one son Larry (Sue)...
James R. Scheffler
Mar 19, 2014
James R. Scheffler, born August 10, 1943 in Zanesville, OH, died on March 19, 2014 at Westover Retirement Center in Hamilton, OH. He married Laura Jane (McDonald) on December 10, 1966. He served in the United States Navy, and was honorable discharged in 1972. He gave his concerted efforts to Valvoline Oil Company for 30 years, retiring in August,...
Virginia Rose Johnson
Mar 19, 2014
Virginia Rose Johnson passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 19, 2014. Virginia was born on July 13, 1930 in Wendell, Idaho, on a dairy farm. While attending Idaho State University she met her one true love George Johnson. Virginia and George married and permanently settled in Hamilton, Ohio in 1975. There they became active and devoted...
Vickie S. Barnes
Mar 18, 2014
Vickie S. Barnes, age 65 of Middletown, passed away at the Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, March 18, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on May 4, 1948 to Bert and Mary (Hensley) Croucher. On September 2, 1967 she married Merle G. Barnes. She was a dedicated member of Calvary Christian Center.
She is survived by her...
Charles Fredrick Faraci
Mar 17, 2014
Charles "Rick" Faraci, age 53 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2014. He was born in Aiken, South Carolina, on June 20, 1960 to Jean and Elizabeth (Cantrell) Faraci. Rick graduated from Aiken High School, and attended Clemson University, where he graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering. He was blessed with a brilliant mind, an infectious...

Ruth Ann Rigsby
Mar 15, 2014
Ruth Ann Rigsby, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2014. She was born in Reading, Ohio on April 19, 1956 to Robert and Kate (Fangman) Rigsby.
She is survived by her mother, Kate Volmer; father, Robert J. Rigsby, Sr.; siblings, Robert J. (Pilar) Rigsby, Jr and Mary Cathrine (Jeff) North; and many nieces...
Minnie Lawson
Mar 14, 2014
Minnie Lawson, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away suddenly due to an automobile accident on Friday, March 14, 2014. She was born in Harlan, Kentucky on February 8, 1936 to Wiley and Carrie Bright. She dedicated her life to God, her family, and to her church. She worked at Hydes Resturant as a waitress for 52 years. She was...
George L. Robertson Jr.
Mar 14, 2014
George L. Robertson Jr., age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, March 14, 2014 at 12:15 PM. He was born in Hamilton on March 15, 1934 to George and Dorothy (Brummitt) Robertson. George was a retired United States Air Force Veteran of 20 years. He was a member of AMVETS Post #71, American Legion Post...