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.
Wilma (Cornett) Proffitt
Dec 11, 2009
Wilma (Cornett) Proffitt, age 88 of Hamilton passed away at Otterbein Retirement Community on Friday, December 11, 2009 at 8:05 PM. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on September 26, 1921 the daughter of James Foster and Lillie B. (Nicholson) Cornett. Wilma was employed in the payroll department at Hamilton Foundry for 27 years, retiring in 1977; she...
James H. Corson
Dec 9, 2009
James H. Corson, age 64, died on December 9, 2009 at his home in Oxford. He was born in Hamilton on September 4, 1945 to Carl and Verna (Schrichte) Corson.
He is survivd by his wife, Linda Amspaugh-Corson; daughter, Jamie Corson; step-son, Chris Halliwell; brother, Gary Corson; two step-daughters, Ruth McRoy and Laura Fricke; and nine step-grandchildren....
Merle Hahn
Dec 9, 2009
Merle Hahn, age 94 of Alhambra, California, formerly of Hamilton, passed away at Miralinda Convalescent Hospital on Wednesday, December 9, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on February 23, 1915 the daughter of Teryl and Etta Mae (Whitters) Holland. Merle was employed as a stock clerk for Alber’s Supermarket in the 1950’s.
She is survived by two...
Nancy M. (Lopriore) Augspurger
Dec 9, 2009
Nancy M. (Lopriore) Augspurger, age 85 of Hamilton passed away at The Knolls of Oxford on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 3:45 AM. She was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on April 22, 1924 the daughter of Lee and Mollie (Lewis) Cole. Nancy belonged to the Hamilton High School Class of 1943. She enjoyed big band music, dancing, and loved...
Earl Webb Sr.
Dec 9, 2009
Earl Webb Sr., age 68 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 5:20 AM. He was born in Wild Cat, Kentucky on August 2, 1941 the son of Tester and Mae (Davidson) Webb. Earl retired from R.A. Miller in 1996. On October 21, 1975 in Hamilton he married Nadine Henson.
He...

Ruth J. Miles
Dec 7, 2009
Ruth J. Miles, age 83 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 12:35 PM. She was born in Pomeroy, Ohio on July 8, 1926 the daughter of John and Alice (Hood) Durst. On June 9, 1951 in Cincinnati she married Kenneth D. Miles, and he preceded her in death in 2002.
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Mary L. Jackson
Dec 7, 2009
Mary L. Jackson, age 78 of Davenport, Florida passed away at Heart of Florida Medical Center on Monday, December 7, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on December 5, 1931 the daughter of Louis F. and Gertrude (Keller) Sauer.
She is survived by three children, Dennis (Monica) Jackson of Highland, Indiana, Shelia (Roger) Carr of Vanceburg, Kentucky,...

Marjorie Pauline Messer
Dec 5, 2009
Marjorie Pauline Messer, age 87, of Ross Twp., passed away at Butler Co. Care Facility on Saturday, December 5, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on March 31, 1922 the daughter of John and Laura (Bicknell) Miller. Marjorie was a homemaker who was devoted to her husband and son. She was a member of East River Road Baptist Church....
Anna M. Nieters
Dec 4, 2009
Anna M. Nieters, age 93 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Friday, December 4, 2009 at 4:55 AM. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 13, 1916 the daughter of Frank and Charlotte (Wessel) Unger. Anna was member of the Notre Dame Tabernacle Society for over 50 years, serving as Treasurer and later as...
Robert E. Bowling
Dec 3, 2009
Robert E. Bowling, age 77 of Hamilton passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 6:53 PM. He was born in Ashland, Kentucky on January 12, 1932 the son of James and Alma (Griffith) Bowling. Robert was a veteran of the Korean Conflict with the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1961. He was...

Delsie Lakes
Dec 1, 2009
Delsie Lakes, age 85 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 8:22 PM. She was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on April 3, 1924 the daughter of Merle and Rachel (Harrison) Sparks. Delsie was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church of Hamilton. On December 18, 1943 in McKee, Kentucky she married Denver...

William P. Warner Jr.
Dec 1, 2009
William P. Warner Jr., age 60 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 8:15 PM. He was born in Hamilton on November 6, 1949 the son of William P. Sr. and Verna Mae (Campbell) Warner. William retired from Beckett Paper Company. He married Deborah Cropenbaker in Hamilton in 1969.
He...
Virginia Mae Mistler
Nov 28, 2009
Virginia Mae Mistler, age 85 of Hamilton passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 3:15 AM. She was born in Hamilton on February 28, 1924 the daughter of Garrett and Amanda (McRoberts) Hall. Virginia was a member of the Washington Chapter Order of Eastern Star #195. In 1940 in Maysville, Kentucky she married Nicholas...
Geraldine "Gerry" Marshall
Nov 28, 2009
Geraldine "Gerry" Marshall, age 83 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 2:40 AM. She was born in Butler County on October 11, 1926 the daughter of William H. and Ethel Claire (Bostick) Marshall. Gerry was employed as a secretary in the electrical department at Champion International Paper for 46 years,...
Mary Ann (Russell) Hudson
Nov 28, 2009
Mary Ann (Russell) Hudson, age 76 of Seven Mile passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at her home surrounded by her family. She had fought the good fight and finished her race triumphantly after a prolonged illness. Her constant love and concern for others and sweet spirit will...

Pat D. Boshers
Nov 25, 2009
Pat D. Boshers, age 60 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 12:15 PM. She was born in Hamilton on May 27, 1949 the daughter of Philip and Retha (Dunaway) Glenn. On June1, 1968 in Hamilton she married Danny W. Boshers.
She is survived by her husband, Danny W. Boshers...
Ronald Lee Wells
Nov 24, 2009
Ronald Lee Wells, age 73 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 12:59 AM. He was born in Franklin County, Indiana on November 28, 1935 the son of Lester and Margaret (Vandergriff) Wells. Ronald was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force from 1955 to 1959. He was employed as a police officer...
Joni Mae Ash
Nov 24, 2009
Joni Mae Ash, age 87 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, November 24, 2009. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on August 29, 1922 the daughter of Theodore and Chloe (Hoskins) Woodrum. Joni was a very caring and giving person, always looking out for everyone else. She was someone who never met a stranger....
Alpha Abrams
Nov 24, 2009
Alpha Abrams, age 81 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10:32 AM. She was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on October 4, 1928 the daughter of Amon F. and Joan (McGuire) Shell. Continuing her family heritage of needlework, Alpha made her living doing men’s clothing alterations at Gentry, Dunlap’s, and Burg’s....
Dora "Dodie" Lee Webb
Nov 24, 2009
Dora "Dodie" Lee Webb, age 72, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, November 24, 2009. She was born October 15, 1937 in Oxford, Ohio the daughter of Bessie Pauline (Lowe) and Robert Wolfe. Dora resided in the home in which she had spent her childhood. She was a graduate of McGuffey High School, and attended Miami University and...