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.

Thelma  Louise Rogers

Thelma Louise Rogers

Jan 8, 2013

Thelma Louise Rogers, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. She was born in Tyler, Texas on January 24, 1925 to Alden and Bessie (Day) Campbell. On August 30, 1944 in Covington, Kentucky, Thelma married Eugene Rogers, and they were happily married for 63 years before he preceded her in...

Edward  J. Bernosky

Edward J. Bernosky

Jan 6, 2013

Edward J. Bernosky age 73 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on January 6, 2013. Graveside services will be held at the Rose Hill Burial Park 2421 Princeton Road on Friday January 18, 2013 at 11AM.

Visitation: Private Funeral Service: 01/18/2013 at 11:00 AM Rose Hill Burial Park 2421 Princeton Road Hamilton OH, 45011

William "Mac" E. Mcgeorge

William "Mac" E. Mcgeorge

Jan 6, 2013

William "Mac" E. McGeorge, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Dayton VA Medical Center on Sunday, January 6, 2013. He was born in Boonesville, AR on December 9, 1941 to Virgie (Dickey) McGeorge and Parker McGeorge. Mac was employed at Western States Machine Co for 44 ½ years. He was a life member of VFW Post 7670, and...

Barbara Jerdon

Barbara Jerdon

Jan 6, 2013

Barbara (Rhine) Jerdon, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on July 19, 1928 to Melvin and Ruth Rhine. Barbara retired from Ohio Casualty Insurance after almost 30 years and was currently an employee of the Countryside Village Mobile Home Park.

She is survived by her children, Larry (Nancy)...

Robert  L. Isaacs

Robert L. Isaacs

Jan 5, 2013

Robert L. Isaacs, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 8:30 AM. He was born in Hamilton on May 3, 1941 to Floyd and Josephine (Hart) Isaacs. Robert was a member of the Holy Name Catholic Church and the Moose and Eagles Lodge. On February 29, 1964 in Oakland, California...

Gladys Ponder

Gladys Ponder

Jan 3, 2013

Gladys Ponder, age 96, of Hamilton, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Hospice of Hamilton. Gladys was born April 11, 1916 in Pryse, KY, the daughter of Elias and Provie (Dixon) Hargraves. She married James Oscar Ponder in 1932, beginning a 56 year union, and her life as a devoted wife and loving mother....

Ina Rucker

Ina Rucker

Jan 3, 2013

Ina Rucker, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodland Country Manor on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 2:15AM. She was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on August 14, 1917 to Marion and Ella (Rector) Sparks. Ina was employed at Miami University for 30 years and retired in 1990. She was also member of Somerville Pentecostal Church for many...

Jacqueline " Krissi" Dodson

Jacqueline " Krissi" Dodson

Jan 3, 2013

Jacqueline "Krissi" Dodson, age 38 of Hamilton, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was born in Cincinnati on October 4, 1974 to Richard and Jacqueline (Meade) Dodson.

She is survived by her children, Jenny (Tony Bellard) Dodson, Katelynn Dodson, Seldon Sams, Jr. and Jayden Dodson; grandson, Zy'air Bellard; sisters, Ashley Dodson and Vicki Dodson; father, Richard...

Michael  D. Payne

Michael D. Payne

Jan 1, 2013

Michael D. Payne, 60, of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, January 1, 2013. He was born August 17, 1952 in Hamilton the son of James and Juanita (Collinsworth) Payne. Michael was a graduate of Taft High School and Lee College. He was employed as an accountant for Champion International for 17 years, retiring in 1994. Michael...

Charlotte  Jo Lockaby

Charlotte Jo Lockaby

Jan 1, 2013

Charlotte Jo Lockaby, 51, of Hamilton, passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at Mercy Hospital in Fairfield. Charlotte was born June 27, 1961 in Hamilton, OH, to Harry and Loretta (Gibson) Lockaby. She attended Tuley Road Church of the Nazarene.

Charlotte is survived by parents, Harry and Loretta Lockaby; a sister, Vikki Lockaby; two brothers, Randy and...

Emma  Grubb Whitesell

Emma Grubb Whitesell

Dec 30, 2012

Emma Grubb Whitesell, age 81 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 8:36 AM. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on January 26, 1931 the daughter of James H. and Alice (Gabbard) Ball. Emma was employed as a nurse’s aide at Mercy Hospital for 27 years, retiring in 1985. On September...

Robert  "Robbie" Gilreath

Robert "Robbie" Gilreath

Dec 30, 2012

Robert D. Gilreath, age 27 of Hamilton passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2012. He was born in Cincinnati on July 31, 1985 the son of Dan and Kathy (Viox) Gilreath. Robbie was employed by his Grandfather’s founding business, Viox Services and surrounded by many loving co-workers.

He is survived by his beloved, Rachel Geil. She is...

Leonard  E. Proffitt

Leonard E. Proffitt

Dec 26, 2012

Leonard E. Proffitt, age 72 of Hamilton passed away at University of Cincinnati Hospital on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at 7:11 PM. He was born in Crawford, Kentucky on October 5, 1940 the son of George and Ellen (Sergent) Proffitt. Leonard was employed as a stationery engineer for Champion Paper Company for 40 years, retiring in 2006. On June...

Lyle  E. Robertson

Lyle E. Robertson

Dec 26, 2012

Lyle E. Robertson, age 86 of Fairfield passed away at Tri-County Extended Care on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. He was born in Wisemantown, Kentucky on April 5, 1926 the son of Berry Irvine and Ova (Oglesby) Robertson. Lyle served with the 42nd Infantry Rainbow Division during World War II and was a prisoner of war. He was employed as...

George  Thomas Gerding

George Thomas Gerding

Dec 26, 2012

George Thomas Gerding, age 73 of Hamilton passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2012. He was born in Hamilton on May 20, 1939 to the late George H. and Mary E. (Schmidt) Gerding. George attended grade school at St. Veronica’s and Hamilton Catholic High School. He retired from Weiler Welding in 2010. George was a member of Queen of...

Valora  M. Jones

Valora M. Jones

Dec 24, 2012

Valora M. Jones, age 83 of Seven Mile passed away on Monday December 24, 2012. She was born in Hamilton on June 5, 1929; the daughter of Elijah and Laura (Boggs) Messer. Valora was married to Melvin E. Jones, who preceded her in death in 1993.

She is survived by one brother, Raymond Messer, and was a...

Opal Buttree

Opal Buttree

Dec 23, 2012

Opal Buttree, age 85 of Oxford passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, December 23, 2012. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on May 9, 1927 the son of William Hayes and Alpha (Bowling) Buttree. Opal was a crane operator for the Fisher Body Division of General Motors, retiring after 31 years of service in 1981.

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Carla  J. Smith

Carla J. Smith

Dec 22, 2012

Carla J. Smith, 39 of Hamilton passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2012. She was born in Hamilton on September 16, 1973, the daughter of Michael E. Smith Sr. and Linda Smith. Carla loved her two boxer boys, Titus and Toby, and enjoyed arts and crafts, especially sewing.

Carla is survived by her spouse, Jeff Hammons; her...

Harry  Lee Otto

Harry Lee Otto

Dec 22, 2012

Harry Lee Otto age 80 of Hamilton, Ohio died on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Fort Hamilton Hospital. He was born on February 18, 1932 in Franklin County, Indiana to Virgil and Leota (Inloes). He graduated from Reily High School in 1950. Harry worked 40 years at Champion International Paper. Harry served in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956. He...

John  David Walker

John David Walker

Dec 17, 2012

John David Walker, age 42 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Monday, December 17, 2012. He was born in Hamilton on April 23, 1970 the son of Steven Walker and Saundra (Bowman) Holland. John was employed in roofing and siding contracting.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Walker; a son, John Walker Jr.; a...

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