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.

Waleon Mcdonald-Lama

Waleon Mcdonald-Lama

Oct 3, 2013

Waleon McDonald-Lama, of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, October 3, 2013. He was born in Cincinnati on July 6, 2013 to Matthew and Wendy (Lama) McDonald.

He is survived by his parents, Wendy and Matthew McDonald; grandparents, Waleon and Jovita Lama and Janice McDonald; and other extended family. He was preceded in death...

Inez Moren

Inez Moren

Oct 2, 2013

Inez Moren, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, October 2, 2013. She was born in Amery, MS on March 22, 1923 to Jude and Ava (Smith) Maples.

She is survived by her companion of 40 years, Rex Lee Dement; children, Don Dowdle, Robert (Sue) Dowdle and Janice Tate; siblings, Odean Franks,...

Cindy  Lee Lovejoy

Cindy Lee Lovejoy

Sep 30, 2013

Cindy Lee Lovejoy, age 53 of Hamilton, passed away on September, 30, 2013 at Hospice of Hamilton. She was born in Hamilton on February 8, 1960. Cindy was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with her cats.

She is survived by her mother, Barbara Mick; daughter, Jenni (Ken Molnar) Barrett; twin sister, Sandy Lovejoy; sister, Ginger...

Danny Bowling

Danny Bowling

Sep 27, 2013

Danny Bowling, age 62, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 27, 2013. He was born in London on January 18, 1951 to James and Cora Bowling. On February 14, 1970 in London, KY he married Martha Johnson, and they were happily married for 43 years.

He is survived by his wife, Martha...

Iva  Arlene Bryant

Iva Arlene Bryant

Sep 27, 2013

Iva Arlene Bryant (Cornelius), died September 27, 2013 at the age of 86. Iva was born and raised in Williamsburg, Kentucky, the daughter of Clint and Mae Cornelius. She was a realtor in Butler County in the 80’s before starting a career with United Dairy Farmers, where she retired as a District Supervisor for the Middletown and Dayton divisions....

Nina  M. Fry

Nina M. Fry

Sep 26, 2013

Nina Mae Lawhorn Fry, passed away September 26, 2013. She was born on June 15, 1934 in Liberty, Kentucky. Beloved wife of Herbert Fry. Dear mother of Charles Philip Jones (Barb). She was an avid Bengals and Reds fan. She was a member of the Moose Lodge #36 in Hamilton, Ohio. Nina is survived by her grandchildren, Stacey Smith,...

Billie  Jean West

Billie Jean West

Sep 25, 2013

Billie Jean West, age 73 of Hamilton, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2013. She was born in Manchester, Kentucky on December 2, 1939 to Virgil and Rachel (Sawyer) Garrett. In Jellico, Tennessee in 1955 she married Stan West, who preceded her in death in 2010.

She is survived by a son, Ray...

Clara Hoke

Clara Hoke

Sep 24, 2013

Clara Hoke, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, September 24, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on April 17, 1923 to Jasper and Nora (Lynch) Rowland. She is a member of Hamilton Christian Center.

She is survived by her daughters, Margaret Arnold, Wanda (Bobby) Mills and Nancy Hoke; 14 grandchildren; 37...

Sean Wesley Eugene Vandyne

Sean Wesley Eugene Vandyne

Sep 23, 2013

Sean Wesley Eugene VanDyne, age 18 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on October 18, 1994 to Danny and Lynn (Haag) VanDyne. Sean was an honors graduate at Hamilton High School, class of 2013. He was a freshman at Miami University Oxford in the Farmers School of Business. Sean was an...

Jimmie  D. Baber  Jr.

Jimmie D. Baber Jr.

Sep 21, 2013

Jimmie D. Baber Jr., age 60 of West Chester, passed away at Drake Hospital on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 06:20AM. He was born in Yazoo City, Mississippi on December 19, 1952 to Jimmie and Ruby (Hollis) Baber. Jimmie was employed as a truck driver for over 20 years. On March 27, 1994 in Cincinnati, he married Susan Ford....

Bonalee Winkler

Bonalee Winkler

Sep 21, 2013

Bonalee Winkler, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, September 21, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on April 18, 1932 to Victor and Elizabeth (Norris) Siraby. Bonnie married Harold Winkler November 4, 1950 in Hamilton. She was employed at Fort Hamilton Hospital for 24 years, retiring in 1994. Bonnie enjoyed taking care of...

Eulene Ghent

Eulene Ghent

Sep 21, 2013

Eulene Ghent, age 64 of Oxford, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2013. She was born in Clay County, KY on April 25, 1949 to Emmitt and Vada (Hammons) Proffitt. She was a member of Full Gospel Church. Eulene was loved by all who knew her.

She is survived by her husband, John Ghent; a daughter, Kimberly...

Gregory Pennington

Gregory Pennington

Sep 21, 2013

Gregory A. Pennington, age 54 of West Elkton, passed away at Atrium Medical Center on Saturday, September 21, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on January 28, 1959 to Charles and Emma Jean (Jones) Pennington. Gregory was employed at Mt. Pleasant Black Top in Fairfield.

He is survived by his father Charles P. Pennington, West Elkton,Ohio, wife...

Benjamin  Peter Flick

Benjamin Peter Flick

Sep 21, 2013

Benjamin Peter Flick, age 19 of Hamilton, passed away at on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 11:15PM. He was born in Florence, South Carolina on September 4, 1994 to Rick and Theresa (Biondo) Flick. Ben was a student athlete at the University of Cincinnati, he loved playing his guitar and fishing; and loved hanging out with his friends. He...

Shirley  Ann Dansberry

Shirley Ann Dansberry

Sep 19, 2013

Shirley Ann Dansberry, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 3:20PM. She was born in Cincinnati on July 24, 1947 to Margaret Green. She loved doing arts and crafts, was a devoted wife, mother, and grandma.

She is survived by three children, Wayne Dansberry, Tammy Copas, and Krystal Dansberry;...

Tammy Arguelles

Tammy Arguelles

Sep 17, 2013

Tammy L. Arguelles, age 50 of Fairfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on October 24, 1962 to Delbert and Wanda (Burkhart) Williams. On April 12, 1981 in Fairfield she married Ray Arguelles. Tammy enjoyed working in her yard on flowers, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She...

Virgil Eversole

Virgil Eversole

Sep 17, 2013

Virgil Eversole, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. He was born in Harlan County, KY on December 14, 1933 to John and Sarah (Wagers) Eversole. Virgil was employed as a construction worker for Local #534 for 22 years, retiring in 1987.

He is survived by four sons, Bruce...

Debra  J. Osborne

Debra J. Osborne

Sep 16, 2013

Debra J. Osborne, age 57 of Maineville, passed away suddenly at her residence on Monday, September 16, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on April 22, 1956 to Pearl and Allene (Wooton) Osborne. Debra graduated from Ross High School in 1974 and earned her Business and Accounting degree from the University of Cincinnati. Debra was employed at Mercy Health...

Jeff  Franklin Hubbard

Jeff Franklin Hubbard

Sep 14, 2013

Jeff Franklin Hubbard, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at West Chester Hospital on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 9:30 AM. He was born in Hamilton on January 14, 1932 the son of Frank and Nancy (Hacker) Hubbard. Jeff was a veteran of the Korean Conflict with the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954, where he served on...

David  W. Young

David W. Young

Sep 12, 2013

David W. Young, Jr., age 56, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2013. He was born on October 12, 1956, the son of David W. Young and Dorothy H. (Hurley) Young. He graduated from Hamilton Taft High School in 1975. He earned an Associate Business Degree from Southern Ohio Business College.

He worked in...

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