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.
Kathy Cope
Jan 26, 2014
Kathy Cope, age 56 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Sunday, January 26, 2014. She was born in Cincinnati on July 20, 1957 to James and Elsie (Hunt) Bray.
She is survived by her fiance, Ted Smallwood; children, Billy John Cope, Shane Morrice Cope, Sonya K. Cope and Jeffrey Hamrick; siblings, Jimmy Bray,...
Dorothy Hileman
Jan 23, 2014
Dorothy Hileman, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Thursday, January 23, 2014. She was born in Burning Springs, Kentucky on October 3, 1931 to Chester and Mae (Eliton) Lunsford. On June 23, 1951 in Brookville, Indiana, she married Clayton Hileman and were together for 40 years.
She is survived by her daughter Cathy Sizemore,...
Mae Harris
Jan 21, 2014
Mae Harris, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 3:25 PM. She was born in Leslie Co., KY on February 9, 1922 to Henry and Abby (Shell) Maggard. She was a member of the Highway of Holiness Church. She loved spreading the Gospel, loved to quilt, and feeding those in need,...
Emma Wyatt
Jan 20, 2014
Emma Wyatt, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2014. She was born in Jackson Co., KY on September 16, 1932 to Charlie and Stella (Baldwin) Carmack.
She is survived by her children; Louanna Wyatt, Emanuel (Debra) Wyatt, Lavada Wyatt, and Edward (Stephanie) Wyatt; 3 grandchildren, Christina (Jordan) Schwegmann, Emanuel Wyatt II, and Rebecca...
Theresa Jean (Nee Carpenter) Baldwin
Jan 18, 2014
Theresa Jean (nee Carpenter) Baldwin, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on October 30, 1959 to Harold and Corena (Ruble) Carpenter. Theresa was a strong woman who loved her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Tina Baldwin, Richie Baldwin, and Crystal (Josh) Huber; father,...
Thomas C. Harrell
Jan 17, 2014
Thomas C. Harrell, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, January 17, 2014. He was born in Cincinnati on July 31, 1930, to Cyril and Regina (Eichorn) Harrell. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in the Korean War from 1947 to 1952. He married Shirley M. Conners on February 26, 1952, in Cincinnati....
Donald Rarden Jr.
Jan 16, 2014
Donald Rarden Jr., affectionately also known as "Fatty" or "Peter" age 43 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on November 16, 1970 to Donald and Ella (Riley) Rarden. Donald was a loving and devoted father to his daughter Cassidy. He enjoyed working on muscle cars and riding motorcycles. Donald enjoyed the...
David R. Wilson
Jan 14, 2014
David R. Wilson, age 44 of Fairfield, passed away at Huntington Court on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 11:50AM. He was born in Hamilton on May 16, 1969 to Richard and Catherine (Young) Wilson. David was a Veteran of the United States Army from 1987-1990 as a specialist with the Military Police. He was also an avid Buffalo Bills...
Carol A. Graf
Jan 14, 2014
Carol A. Graf, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on December 25, 1926 to William P. and Eleanora (Dornberger) Curtis. Carol was a homemaker, and worked many different jobs. She was a member of the Elks Lodge #93, and the #968 Knights of Columbus Auxiliary, and a former member...
Eugene T. Lawson
Jan 11, 2014
Eugene Thomas Lawson, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2014. He was born in Cincinnati on March 30, 1930 to Norman and Jean (Gleason) Lawson. Eugene loved football, and played for 16 years of his youth. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. On September 5, 1955 in Revere, MA he married Mary...
Lois Huckleby
Jan 10, 2014
Lois Huckleby, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Friday, January 10, 2014. She was born in Montgomery County, KY on September 4, 1938 to Chester and Lule Willoughby. On May 19, 1961 she married Thomas L. Huckleby Sr., and they were married for 30 years before his passing in 1992. Lois enjoyed the Coon Hunters...
Irene Williams
Jan 10, 2014
Irene Williams, age 82 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 9:25PM. She was born in Hamilton on October 18, 1931 to Hayden and Jaley (Browning) Woods. Irene was employed in Stewart County, Tennessee as a Nurse, STNA. On April 11, 1951 she married Delbert Williams, and he preceded her in...
Norma Jean Madden
Jan 6, 2014
Norma Jean Madden, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Monday, January 6, 2014. She was born in Hamilton on April 19, 1952 to Ford and Dixie (Roberts) Madden. Norma was employed at Drake Hospital in Cincinnati for 28 years. She was a member of the Faith Pentecostal Church. Norma was a loving mother, grandmother, and...
William Honchell
Jan 6, 2014
William E. Honchell, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Monday, January 6, 2014. He was born in London, KY on July 18, 1930 to Estill and Wilma (Crook) Honchell. William was a naval veteran of the Korean War, and a Kentucky Colonel. On September 14, 1956 in Hamilton he married Gladys Johnson. William was a...
Juanita A. Hehl
Jan 4, 2014
Juanita A. Hehl, age 80 of Fairfield, passed away Saturday January 4, 2014, at Mercy Hospital. She was born on May 16, 1933, in Hamilton, to Earsley and Mary (Waltner) Rice. On August 15, 1987, she married William M. Hehl. She was a truck driver for Dittman Distributing for over 15 years and retiring in 1984. She was involved...
Ronald Lee Jones
Jan 3, 2014
Ronald Lee Jones, age 68 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2014. He was born in Hamilton on February 22, 1945 to Jack and Violet (Heagy) Jones. He married Pamela in Fairfield on October 19, 1974. He was a life member of the VFW Chuck Cain Post #7670. Ron founded the VFW Honor Guard and co-founded the...
Aaron Cody Jones
Jan 2, 2014
Aaron Cody Jones, age 20 of Hamilton passed away at University Hospital on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 1:32 PM. He was born in Hamilton on February 16, 1993 the son of Terry and Diana (House) Jones. Aaron was a 2011 graduate of Fairfield High School.
He is survived by his father, Terry Jones of Hamilton; his...
Leona Wysong
Dec 31, 2013
Leona Wysong, age 96 of Hamilton, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013. She was born in New Miami on December 7, 1917 to James and Phebe (Peacock) Kerby. She graduated from Reily High School in 1935. Leona worked at Champion Paper Company for 35 years before retiring on January 1, 1980.
She is survived by her daughters,...
Lillian M. Mastandrea
Dec 31, 2013
Lillian M Mastandrea, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Heritage Springs Nursing Home on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at 02:05AM. She was born in Hamilton on July 1, 1918 to William and Emma (Drummond) Cruse. On March 21, 1935 she married Frank Mastandrea and were married for 69 years. Lillian studied Voice at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music...
Bessie Sult
Dec 30, 2013
Bessie Sult, age 102 of Fairfield, passed away at Tri-County Extended Care on Monday, December 30, 2013. She was born in Clay Co. on October 4, 1911 to William and Barbara (Eleton) Sandlin. She moved to the Hamilton area when she was 6 years old. She retired from Elder-Beerman after 23 years as a Department Manager and Buyer.
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