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.
Daniel Ellis
Jan 13, 2013
Daniel Ellis, age 30 of Centerville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, after a long battle with cancer at his residence on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 9:20AM. He was born in Hamilton on November 20, 1982 to Rev. Dan and Elsie (Alexander) Ellis. Daniel was employed at Quaker Heights Nursing Home, and had been employed at Golden Lamb...
Kevin Jackson
Jan 12, 2013
Kevin Jackson, age 38 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on April 30, 1974 to Dexter and Anna (Hurst) Jackson. Kevin was self-employed; loved playing baseball; enjoyed watching the NFL, and was a Kentucky Wildcats fan.
He is survived by his parents, Dexter and Anna Lou Jackson of Hamilton;...
Mary Jane Bourne
Jan 11, 2013
Mary Jane Bourne, age 69 of Oxford passed away January 11, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on August 29, 1943 the daughter of Glen and Blanche (Wambach) Gerber. On November 30, 1963 she married Ivan Bourne, and they were married for 49 years. Mary Jane worked as a dental assistant and was also a receptionist for a physician...
Charles Wankmiller
Jan 11, 2013
Charles W. Wankmiller, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, January 11, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on October 22, 1946 to Charles and Marion Wankmiller. On February 25, 1976 in Hamilton, he married Linda Jennings, and they were happily married for 36 years. Charles was employed as a brakeman at CSX.
...George G. Heitfeld
Jan 11, 2013
George G Heitfeld, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, January 11, 2013. He was born in Hamilton on June 24, 1931 to George and Hilda (Hutten) Heitfeld. George was a member of the Knights of Columbus (a 3rd Degree Knight) and the Carpenters Union Local #637. He loved gardening and at retirement took...
Timothy Lee Bennett
Jan 10, 2013
Timothy Lee Bennett, age 47 of Hamilton passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 10, 2013. He was born July, 28, 1965 in Hamilton to Gary and Judy Bennett.
He is survived by his wife, Victoria Bennett; a son, Ryan (Megan Bishop) Bennett; two daughters, Isabella Bennett and Kaitlyn Hart; his father Gary (Gayle) Bennett; three...
Jeffrey Blanton
Jan 9, 2013
Jeffrey Blanton, age 55 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 7:28AM. He was born in Hamilton on March 3, 1957 to Denver and Opal (Rednour) Blanton. Jeffrey was employed at Champion Paper Company for many years. He served honorably in the United States Navy from 1975-1979. Jeffrey also enjoyed reading and watching...
Dorothy Mae Plowman
Jan 9, 2013
Dorothy Mae Plowman, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. She was born in Hamilton on September 21, 1929 to Clayborn and Spicy (Croucher) Spencer. On September 17, 1949 in Newport, Kentucky, Dorothy married Earl Plowman, and they were happily married for 61 years before he preceded her in death in...
Russell E. Moore
Jan 8, 2013
Russell E. Moore, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. He was born on June 4, 1931.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret Moore; and extended family. Funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Visitation: Private Funeral Service: PrivateThelma 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
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, 45011William "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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...