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.

Josie E. Whitaker
Jul 20, 2010
Josie E. Whitaker, age 78 of Hamilton passed away at Butler County Care Facility on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 8:15 PM. She was born in Monticello, Kentucky on October 28, 1931 the daughter of Pola and Julie (Harris) Rednour. In 1948 in Hamilton she married William "Bill" Whitaker, and he preceded her in death in 2000.
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Carol Rae Lay-Davis
Jul 20, 2010
Carol Rae Lay-Davis, age 58 of Hamilton passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 6:00 PM. She was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky on May 11, 1952 the daughter of Fred Jr. and Hester (Wesley) Lay. On October 3, 1992 in Hamilton she married Larry Davis. Carol spent most of her life in Hamilton and...
Taylor W. Brashear
Jul 20, 2010
Taylor W. Brashear, age 82 of Hamilton went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM. He was born in Viper, Kentucky on July 16, 1928 the son of Marion H. and Lillie B. (Watts) Brashear. Taylor was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corp. and was employed as a supervisor at General Motors...
Harold Lee Wert
Jul 19, 2010
Harold Lee Wert, age 79 of Hamilton passed away peacefully at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, July 19, 2010 at 8:20 AM. He was born in Shandon on March 14, 1931 the son of Elmer and Bessie (Hayes) Wert. Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1952 to 1953. He was employed at...
Velma Sakosan
Jul 19, 2010
Velma Sakosan, age 77 of Cincinnati passed away in Drake Center on Monday, July 19, 2010 at 4:35 AM. She was born in Cincinnati on May 26, 1933 the daughter of Tony and Frances (Brockman) Sakosan. Velma was a member of Princeton Pike Church of God and volunteered at various Cincinnati hospitals and at her church. She was employed...

Raymond F. Wilson
Jul 19, 2010
Raymond F. Wilson, age 93 of Hamilton passed away at Parkside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Monday, July 19, 2010 at 1:20 AM. He was born in Hamilton on January 15, 1917 the son of Vernon and Caroline (Flum) Wilson.
He is survived by two nephews, Charles (Charlotte) Wilson of Fairfield and Mike (Sandy) Wilson of Morgan...
Mary Smith Potter
Jul 18, 2010
Mary Smith Potter, age 55 of Oxford passed away at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital on Sunday, July 18, 2010 at 3:35 PM. She was born in Hamilton on October 5, 1954 the daughter of Ray V. and Birdie (Smallwood) Smith. Mary was a member of Auburn Old Time Holiness Church. On July 2, 1999 in Oxford, she married Fred...
Charles H. Hubbard
Jul 16, 2010
Charles H. Hubbard, age 85 of Fairfield Township passed away at his residence on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 7:25 AM. He was born in Dayton on August 20, 1924 the son of McKinley and Mary (Tankersley) Hubbard. Charles was a veteran of World War II with the United States Army from 1943-1945, where he received the Good Conduct...
Rosemary Elizabeth Nieman
Jul 15, 2010
Rosemary Elizabeth Nieman, age 58 of Hamilton passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 10:12 AM. She was born in Hamilton on October 6, 1951 the daughter of Edsel and Dorothy (Bishop) Perkins. Rosemary was a member of "Abate" American Bikers Aimed Toward Education and of Lip Bros. On June 2, 1972 she married...
Leona Elizabeth Webb
Jul 14, 2010
Leona Elizabeth Webb, age 86 of Hamilton passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at 11:30 AM. She was born in Hamilton on February 9, 1924 the daughter of James M. and Isabell (Cain) Steele. Leona was employed as a sales clerk at JC Penney for 17 years and was a member of Hamilton Christian...
Eloise "Pudgy" Tenbusch
Jul 13, 2010
Eloise "Pudgy" Tenbusch, age 82 of Fairfield Township passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 13, 2010. She was born in Hamilton on June 21, 1928 the daughter of Vernon E. and Gertrude (Arno) Lake. Eloise retired from Mercy Hospital of Hamilton after thirty years of service. She was a member of St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church. In...
Gerald "Scott" Isaacs
Jul 13, 2010
Gerald "Scott" Isaacs, age 27 of Hamilton passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 6:45 AM. He was born in Hamilton on September 28, 1982 the son of Jack and Phyllis (Miller) Isaacs. Scott was a graduate of Stephen T. Badin High School and was currently finishing his studies at Miami University. He loved his family and...
Nannie J. Kinney
Jul 12, 2010
Nannie J. Kinney, age 94 of Hamilton entered her Eternal Home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, July 12, 2010 at 2:18 PM. She was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on May 28, 1916 the daughter of Leonard and Samantha (Anglin) Lunsford. Nannie was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church of Hamilton. On May 22, 1934 in Liberty,...
Marie Conner
Jul 12, 2010
Marie Conner, age 74of Springdale passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield, on Monday, July 12, 2010. She was born in Booneville, Kentucky. The daughter of Bent and Mary (Young) Barrett. She was a member of In Time Messenger Gospel Group. Marie attended the New Life Ministries. She enjoyed working in her yard and her cats. On November 25,...
Mildred "Grandma" Sackenheim
Jul 10, 2010
Mildred "Grandma" Sackenheim, age 99 of Okeana passed away in Golden Years Nursing Center on Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 7PM. She was born in Hamilton on October 7, 1910, the daughter of John and Clara (Issenmann) Ritzie. She was a member of the Post Office Auxiliary. On November 26, 1936 in Hamilton, she was married to August Sackenheim...
Burnell Foister
Jul 10, 2010
Burnell Foister, age 63 of Hamilton passed away as the result of an auto accident near Mt. Vernon, Kentucky on Saturday, July 10, 2010. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on July 1, 1947, the son of Willie "Bill" and Birdie (Marcum) Foister. He was employed as a heavy equipment operator and truck driver. Burnell was a member...
Ces (Fran) Couch
Jul 9, 2010
Frances (Fran) Couch, age 60 of Somerville passed away at McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital on Friday, July 9, 2010. She was born in Richmond, Virginia on February 11, 1950 the daughter of Marion Haywood Sims Sr. and Mary Ethel (Brooks) Sims. Frances was a self-employed tax preparer for many years. On May 21, 1980 in Illinois, she married Lane Couch,...
Christine Steele
Jul 9, 2010
Christine Steele, age 84 of Hamilton passed away at Wellington Manor on Friday, July 9, 2010 at 5:15 AM. She was born in Hazard, Kentucky on November 6, 1925 the daughter of Perry and Nora Rebecca (Adams) Roach.
She is survived by two sons, James Michael (Denise) Steele of Hazard, Kentucky and Bobby Steele of Covington, Kentucky;...
Loretta Einsfeld
Jul 8, 2010
Loretta Einsfeld, age 72 of Hamilton passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Thursday, July 8, 2010. She was born in Hamilton on February 26, 1938 the daughter of Leonard and Alyce (Bishop) Gabbard. Loretta was a charter member and past president of Fraternal Order of Eagles #3680 Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading and crocheting, and was a loving mother,...
Daniel J. Hendrix
Jul 7, 2010
Daniel J. Hendrix, age 69 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 7, 2010. He was born in London, Kentucky on August 4, 1940 the son of Corbett and Goldie (Williams) Hendrix. Daniel was employed at Cincinnati Die Cast for 45 years, retiring in 2001. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and playing guitar. On August 15,...