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.
Ernest "Ernie" Ellis
Apr 14, 2013
Ernest "Ernie" Ellis, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on April 14, 2013. A resident of Hamilton for 60 years, he passed away at home with his children at his side. Born in Pineville, Kentucky on September 30, 1927, to Emmitt and Florence Ellis, he was the eleventh of twelve children. He served in the U.S....
Virginia Gentry
Apr 12, 2013
Virginia Gentry, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, April 12, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on May 22, 1926 to Drewey and Frances (Cunnagin) Pace. On April 28, 1948 she married Lewis Clyde Gentry. Virginia was a loving mother and grandmother.
She is survived by her daughters, Darlene (Bob) Crockett,...
Carl H. Vonderhaar
Apr 12, 2013
Carl H. Vonderhaar, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital on Friday, April 12, 2013. He was born in Reading on May 5, 1923 to Fred and Carolyn (Nostheide) Vonderhaar. On August 26, 1950 in Harrison he married Madeleine Crone, and they were happily married for 57 years. Carl was a lifelong farmer.
He...
Lucus James Farley
Apr 12, 2013
Lucus James Farley, age 32 of Jacksonburg, passed away at Atrium Medical Center on Friday, April 12, 2013. He was born in Dayton, OH on August 20, 1980 to Roy and Sharon (Rector) Farley. Lucus enjoyed fishing and camping, and loved to cook.
He is survived by his parents, Roy and Sharon Farley; sister, Cassidy (John) Bell,...
Andronicus "Andy" Durbin
Apr 12, 2013
Andronicus "Andy" Durbin, age 71 of Fairfield, passed away at on Friday, April 12, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on November 7, 1941 to Andronicus and Emma (Tipton) Durbin. Andy retired fromchampion paper after 33 years. He enjoyed bowling, golf, and camping. Andy loved music and was an avid Reds and Bengals fan. He was a member of...
Curtis Sanders
Apr 11, 2013
Curtis Sanders, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Thursday, April 11, 2013. He was born in Lochapoka, AL on April 2, 1926 to John and Nettie (Aldrich) Sanders. On July 31, 1982 in Ottawa, IL, he married Barbara Johnson. Curtis was employed at at Crouse Hinds for 30 years, and also worked 10 years...
Kaylee Lynn Truett
Apr 8, 2013
Kaylee Lynn Truett, age 6 of Hamilton, passed away in her mother and father’s loving arms, surrounded by her family and friends on April 8, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on December 6, 2006 the daughter of Tommy and Angela (Yenke) Truett. Kaylee had a smile that would light up the world. She touched the lives of everyone...
Donald Lee Seeley
Apr 8, 2013
Donald Lee Seeley, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, April 8, 2013 at 9:30 PM. He was born in Hamilton on February 4, 1936 to Edward and Lola (Peters) Seeley. Donald was employed as a letter carrier for the United States Post Office for 33 years, retiring in 1992. On May 10, 1957 in...
Edna Helfenstine
Apr 7, 2013
Edna Helfenstine has gone home to be with Jesus, whom she loves. Born to George and Lula Alexander of Hamilton on October 30, 1921, the youngest of three daughters; she finished this life peacefully at her home in Darrtown on April 7, 2013, surrounded by family and friends.
Married to Herman Marcum in 1937, they had six...
Lenn Dale Brandenburg
Apr 6, 2013
Lenn Dale Brandenburg, age 62, of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday April 6, 2013. He was born in Owsley County, KY on June 1, 1950; the son of Walker and Nita (Sweet) Brandenburg. Lenn was a carpenter for Mercy Hospital for 15 years. On October 5, 1974 in Hamilton, he married the love of his life...
Leroy P. Jacquemin
Apr 3, 2013
Leroy P. Jacquemin, age 94 of Fairfield, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013.He was born in Hamilton on September 22, 1918 to Louis and Nora (Clemons) Jacquemin. He was a member of St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church in Hamilton. Leroy was a lifelong farmer. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening.
He is survived by his wife...
Nancy Louise Taylor
Apr 3, 2013
Nancy Louise Taylor, age 81 of Fairfield, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 11:10PM. She was born in Dayton on August 21, 1931. She worked for Meijer’s for 26 years. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be missed dearly.
She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Rosa B. (Rogers) Hibbard
Apr 2, 2013
Rosa B. (Rogers) Hibbard, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at her home on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. She was born in Manchester, KY on May 19, 1919 to Luther and Daisy (Buttery) Rogers. She attended school in Clay Co., KY. On July 17, 1937 in Manchester, KY she was united in marriage to Carlo Hibbard, who preceded her...
Clara "Betty" E. Coffey
Apr 2, 2013
Clara "Betty" E. Coffey, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on March 20, 1934 to Charles and Vicie (Buttrey) Lynch. On September 17, 1949 in Covington, KY she married Lee Coffey and they were happily married for 32 years. Betty had attended Highway of Holiness,...
Patricia A. "Patchie" Collopy
Apr 1, 2013
Patricia A. "Patchie" Collopy, age 86 of Hamilton, joined her Heavenly family on April 1, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on October 17, 1926 to Cornelius and Mae (Glaser) Ryan. She was a member of St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church.
God’s work for Pat on Earth was to bring forth happiness and she did her job...
Fred Plowman, Sr.
Mar 30, 2013
Fred Plowman, Sr., age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, March 30, 2013. He was born in Irvine, Kentucky on February 10, 1918 to William and Serilda (Morris) Plowman. Fred was a member of the 3-Cs before joining the Army in 1943 where he served in Germany and France. He married Grace (Robbins) Plowman...
Charles R. Brown
Mar 28, 2013
Charles R. Brown, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Thursday, March 28, 2013. He was born in West Chester on May 31, 1935 to Jesse and Ethel (Gundler) Brown. On August 7, 1953 he married his "lovely bride" Mildred Brock and they were happily married for 43 years. Charles was employed as an electrician at...
Brenda Saylor
Mar 28, 2013
Brenda K. Saylor, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on September 15, 1958 to William and Rosella (Munch) Owens. Brenda was employed at One Main Financial for 28 years where she made many great friends.
She is survived by her husband, James Saylor, Jr.; children, Ryan P....
Mary Heinrich
Mar 27, 2013
Mary Heinrich, age 73 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. She was born in Seven Mile, Ohio January 13, 1940. On June 25, 1960, in Hamilton, she married Russell Charles Heinrich. She worked at Fernald, Ohio Casualty and retired from Champion Paper after 29 years as a scheduler. Mary was a...