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.
Betty Ratliff
Sep 6, 2013
Betty Ratliff, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by her family Friday, September 6, 2013. She was born in Knox County, KY on August 5, 1934 to Jess and Fannie (Broughton) Gray. In 1979 Betty was one of the first women hired at Southwestern Ohio Steel where she worked until retiring in 1992.
She is survived...
Effie Treva (Barker) Winkler
Sep 3, 2013
Effie Treva (Barker) Winkler, age 84 of Hamilton. Treva’s family was by her side when she was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at 8:40 PM. She passed away peacefully, in the home that she shared with her beloved husband, Kenneth, for 50 years. She was born in Hamilton on July...
Rhonda Cheek
Sep 3, 2013
Rhonda F. Cheek, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on August 25, 1952 to Glenn and Edith (Sergeant) Cheek. Rhonda worked at Foley Radio TV and Electric for many years, and was currently employed at Mercy Hospital Fairfield in the Medical Records Department. She loved to...
Geneva Smith
Sep 2, 2013
Geneva Smith, age 87 of Oxford, passed away at her residence on Monday, September 2. She was born in Perry County, KY on November 24, 1925 to Dallas and Mary Ellen (Powell) Merida. On July 6, 1944 in Pineville, KY she married Jake Smith, and they were married for 46 years until his passing in 1990.
She...
Carl S. Edmonds
Sep 1, 2013
Carl S. Edmonds, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at University Hospital Cincinnati on Sunday, September 1, 2013. He was born in Nauvoo, Alabama on April 22, 1934 to Leon and Nellie (Davis) Edmonds. Carl was a member of Princeton Pike Church of God. He was the owner/operator of Edmonds Market and Perry’s Fabric and Upholstery.
He...
Donnie Hubbard
Aug 30, 2013
Donnie Hubbard, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, August 30, 2013. He was born in Sand Gap, Kentucky on November 2, 1943 to John and Maudie (Isaacs) Hubbard. Donnie was employed at Roadway Express.
He is survived by his children, Dwight Hubbard, Tama (Dave) Hubbard-Kennedy, Greg Hubbard and Cindy (Rodney) Hibbard;...
Mary "Joan" (Frye) Couch
Aug 28, 2013
Mary "Joan" (Frye) Couch, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 10:20AM. She was born in Middletown on November 26, 1927 to Carl and Grace (Miller) Frye. On July 26th, 1948 in Hamilton, she married William "Bill" Couch, and he preceded her in death on December 6, 1998. Mary was employed...
Robert L. Depew Sr.
Aug 28, 2013
Robert Depew, age 76 of New Miami, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. He was born in Port Union on August 22, 1937 to Eugena (Lee) Depew. He was retired from Champion Paper Company.
He is survived by his sons, Robert Depew Jr., and Jeffery Depew, granddaughter, Nitosha Depew; cousin, Margie; and other family and friends....
Daniel B. Sibcy
Aug 26, 2013
Daniel B. Sibcy, age 77 of Middletown, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, August 26, 2013. He was born in Glendale, OH on October 1, 1935 to Wallace and Mary Lou (Borders) Sibcy. On July 20, 1990 in Middletown he was united in marriage with Kay Yazell, who remained at his side throughout his illness. He was...
Elmer Begley
Aug 25, 2013
Elmer Begley, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2013. He was born in Jackson County on September 20, 1936 to John and Elsie (House) Begley. On April 6, 1976 in Hamilton he married Grace Marlene Lunsford, and they were married for 37 years.
He is survived by his wife, Grace Marlene Begley; brothers,...
George W. Tillery
Aug 25, 2013
George W. Tillery, age 89 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, August 25, 2013. He was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on January 14, 1924 the son of James H. and Mary Sue (Gabbard) Tillery. George was employed at Champion Paper Company for 43 years, retiring in 1986. He attended Pater Avenue Pentecostal Church of...
Howard R. Flick
Aug 21, 2013
Howard R. Flick, age 91 of Fairfield passed away at his residence on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 2:48 PM. He was born in St. Clair Township on July 19, 1922 the son of John Howard and Rachel (Moore) Flick. Howard was a veteran of World War II with the U.S. Army and was employed as a machinist at...
Naomi Jewel (Hibbard) Browning
Aug 21, 2013
Naomi Jewel Browning (Hibbard) born April 24, 1938, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield. Daughter of Charles and Maude (Ivey) Hibbard. Married Dewey Browning on April 28, 1956 in Hamilton, Ohio.
She was employed as an Educational Aide at Fairfield City Schools for 22 years, retiring in 2003. She gave her life...
Frederick R. Cardeman Jr.
Aug 20, 2013
Frederick R Cardeman Jr., age 66 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. He was born in Chicago on August 10, 1947 to Frederick and Eleanor (McCammond) Cardeman. On August 6, 1966 in Chicago, IL he married Evelyn Stamper, and they were married for 47 years.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Cardeman; sons,...
Edna M. Judd
Aug 20, 2013
Edna M. Judd, age 92 of Hamilton passed away at Golden Years Health Care on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at 5:54 AM. She was born in Bell County, Kentucky on March 2, 1921 the daughter of Thomas and Laura Bingham. Edna was a member of Hamilton Church of God.
She is survived by a son, Burchel "Chuck"...
Michael L. Sprague
Aug 20, 2013
Michael L. Sprague, age 65 of Hamilton passed away Monday, August 20, 2013. Michael was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 28, 1948. He started his career in the Tool & Die trade working at his Father's business for a number of years. In 1977, he made a career change to Law Enforcement and attended the Ohio Peace Officer's...
George Wells
Aug 20, 2013
George Wells, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on August 27, 1929 to Elbert and Susan (Abrams) Wells. George owned and operated Wells Electric for 15 years. He was employed as Electrical Inspector for Butler County and co-owner of Duffy’s Tavern. He was a veteran of the...
Alta Gabbard
Aug 18, 2013
Alta Gabbard, age 86 of Hamilton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 18, 2013. She was born in Knox County,KY on September 26, 1926 to Farmer and Cecil (Hopper) Smith, Sr.
She is survived by her children, Vonda (Don) Allen and Tearle (Bev) Gabbard; step children, Robert Gabbard and Earl Gabbard;...
Harold Hornsby
Aug 17, 2013
Harold W. Hornsby, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 8:40 AM. He was born in Hamilton on September 6, 1945 to Charles and Florine (Ashcraft) Hornsby. Harold served our country in the United States Army. Harold retired from the City of Hamilton after 30 years of service. He was...
James L. Turner
Aug 17, 2013
James L. Turner, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2013, at his residence. He was born in Clay County, KY on June 19, 1938.
Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday August 21,2013 at 2PM at Butler County Memorial Park.
Visitation: Private Funeral Service: 08/21/2013 at 2:00 PM Butler County Memorial Park 4570 Trenton Oxford...