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.
Delbert W. Mcknight
Jan 23, 2011
Delbert W. McKnight, age 33 of Hamilton passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, January 23, 2011 at 7:52 AM. He was born in Hamilton on February 22, 1977 the son of Harold and Juanita (Lyle) McKnight. Delbert was a member of West Side Baptist Church and was employed as a carpet installer.
He is survived...
Wanda Ruth Italiano
Jan 23, 2011
Wanda Ruth Italiano, age 85 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, January 23, 2011 at 8:45 AM. She was born in Miamisburg, Ohio on April 26, 1925 the daughter of Rev. T.J. and Member Elizabeth (Wells) Setser. Wanda was employed as a very popular cook at Fairfield City Schools, retiring in 1985. She was a...
Mildred A. Evans
Jan 22, 2011
Mildred A. Evans, age 77 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 1:30 AM. She was born in Hamilton on May 4, 1933 the daughter of James and Sarah (Robbins) Harbin. Mildred was employed as an RN at Fort Hamilton Hughes Hospital, and a waitress at Hickory Hut and Hyde’s. She was...
Alene Pabst
Jan 22, 2011
Alene Pabst, age 60 of Fairfield passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Saturday, January 22, 2011. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on April 23, 1950 the daughter of Hughy and Exie Bell (Wagers) Mitchell. Alene was employed at Avon for over 30 years, retiring in 2007. Alene loved to sing.
She is survived by...
Arthur Lee Bowling
Jan 21, 2011
Arthur Lee Bowling, age 80 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 1:12 PM. He was born in London, Kentucky on October 19, 1930 the son of James Austin and Roann (Cox) Bowling. Arthur was employed at the City of Hamilton for 32 years, which included a position as parks and recreation...
Magaleen Smith
Jan 21, 2011
Magaleen Smith, age 85 of Lake Wales, Florida, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2011 at The Groves Center in Lake Wales, Florida. She was born on March 24, 1925 in Clay County, Kentucky to the late Phil and Alice Collins. Magaleen was a homemaker and of the Pentecostal faith.
She is survived by...
Rosemary Harrison
Jan 21, 2011
Rosemary Harrison, age 77 of Fairfield passed away at Atrium Medical Center on Friday, January 21, 2011. She was born in Hamilton on January 22, 1933 the daughter of Owen and Retha (Cox) Hymer. On April 21, 1948 in Hamilton she married Edsel Harrison and he preceded her in death in 1999.
She was a devoted mother...
Amos J. Tillery
Jan 18, 2011
Amos J. Tillery, age 82 of Hamilton passed away at Tri-County Extended Care on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 5:40 PM. He was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on February 20, 1928 the son of James H. and Mary (Gabbard) Tillery. Amos was employed as a custodian for Fairfield City School District, retiring in 1974. On December 13, 1947...
Elijah "Ike" Isaacs
Jan 17, 2011
Elijah "Ike" Isaacs, age 91 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, January 17, 2011 at 5:55 AM. He was born in Estill County, Kentucky on April 12, 1919 the son of Dillard F. and Provy (Richardson) Isaacs. Ike was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1942 to 1945. He was...
Betty Rose Black
Jan 17, 2011
Betty Rose Black, age 69 of Hamilton passed away at her residence on Monday, January 17, 2011 at 5:25 AM. She was born in Casey County, Kentucky on May 30, 1941 the daughter of Lousel and Lizzie (Baxter) Justice. Betty was a chef at Bob Evans and a member of Eagles #3986. On August 25, 1979 in Newport, Kentucky...
John Joseph Kerr
Jan 16, 2011
John Joseph Kerr, age 79 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, January 16, 2011 at 12:50 AM. He was born in Hamilton on April 24, 1931, the son of Joseph and Ruth (Stinson) Kerr. John was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict from 1953-1955. He was employed at Champion...
Richard Lee Brewer
Jan 15, 2011
Richard Lee Brewer, age 39 of Hamilton went home to be with the Lord at his residence on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 3:40 PM. He was born in Hamilton on May 29, 1971 the son of Everett and Patty (Cunagin) Brewer.
He is survived by his mother, Patty Brewer of Hamilton; his grandmother, Lillie (Fred) Ward...
John Lee Parker
Jan 14, 2011
John Lee Parker, age 60 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Friday, January 14, 2011. He was born in Corbin, Kentucky on April 23, 1950 the son of James B. and Julia (Black) Parker. John was a 1968 graduate of New Miami High School and was employed as a clerk at CSX Railroad for 42 years, retiring...
James "Jimmie" Smith
Jan 14, 2011
James "Jimmie" Smith, age 72 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 11:40 AM. He was born in Hazard, Kentucky on June 4, 1938 the son of Ancil and Martha (Gray) Smith. Jimmie was employed with the Local 534 Laborer’s Union for 20 years, retiring in 1983. On May 20, 2000 in...
Elmer "Russ" Baker
Jan 13, 2011
Elmer "Russ" Baker, age 90 of Hanover Township passed away in Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 10:40 PM. He was born in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky on March 26, 1920 the son of Birt and Sarah (Morris) Baker. Elmer was a veteran of World War II with the United States Navy from 1943 to 1945, a...
Charles Anderson Lewis
Jan 13, 2011
Charles Anderson Lewis Sr., age 77 of Hamilton passed away at University of Cincinnati Hospital on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 6:15 PM. He was born in Laurel County, Kentucky on July 11, 1933 the son of Henderson and Ethel (Lawson) Lewis. Charles was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict from 1953 to 1957. On...
Gary Brooks Shepherd
Jan 13, 2011
Gary Brooks Shepherd, age 69 of New Miami passed away at his residence on Thursday, January 13, 2011. He was born in Hamilton on October 28, 1941 the son of Robert and Elma (Robinette) Shepherd. Gary was employed as a salvage repairman at General Motors for 13 years, retiring in 1979. He was a member of the Cincinnati Volkswagen...
Charlene S. Messer
Jan 11, 2011
Charlene Sherrie Messer, age 36 of Seamen, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 11:54 AM. She was born in Hamilton on March 11, 1974 the daughter of Thomas R. and Monica (Lipps) Messer.
She is survived by a daughter, Shona-Jo Messer of Hamilton; her mother and stepfather, Monica and Dennis McKnight of Hamilton; her...
Melva Ritzie
Jan 9, 2011
Melva Ritzie, age 78, of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday January 9, 2011. She was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on February 22, 1932 the daughter of John and Grace (Isaacs) Powell. A home maker Melva was devoted to her family, especially her grandchildren. A caring person, she was loved by all who met her....
Linda Lou Wyatt
Jan 9, 2011
Linda Lou Wyatt, age 63 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 11:45 PM. She was born in Hamilton on July 26, 1947, the daughter of Delbert and Rose (Agee) Marcum. On May 2, 1970 in Hamilton she was married to Ronald Lee Wyatt.
She is survived by her husband,...


