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.
Douglas E. Thomas
May 5, 2009
Douglas E. Thomas, age 77 of Hamilton passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2009. Douglas was retired from Hamilton Brass and Aluminum after 29 years.
He is survived by two daughters, Debbie (Edward) Bishop and Belinda (Thomas) Reeder, both of Hamilton; a stepson, Tim Sergent of Hamilton; his former wife, Mary Wesley; his life companion, Sandra Jackson...
Harlan L. Strickler
May 5, 2009
Harlan L. Strickler, age 79 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 5:05 PM. He was born in Hamilton on November 24, 1929 the son of Earl S. and Tolitha "Bonnie" (Baker) Strickler. On June 24, 1950 in Hamilton he married Jenny Tillery.
He is survived by his wife, Jenny...

Melissa J. Reeves
May 4, 2009
Melissa J. Reeves, age 52 of Hamilton passed away in Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Monday, May 4, 2009 at 12:20 AM. She was born in Mt. Healthy on August 5, 1956 the daughter of Herman and Dinah (Short) Hurst. Melissa was a member of New Beginning Tabernacle. On June 5, 1990 in Hamilton she was married to Wendell Reeves....
Shirley Joan (Hornsby) Eversole
May 3, 2009
Shirley Joan (Hornsby) Eversole, age 72 of Hamilton went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on May 3rd, 2009 at 8:45 PM at the home of her daughter Brenda, surrounded by family and friends and a very special Hospice Nurse, Angi Patton.
She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 19th 1936, the youngest daughter...

John Patrick "Jack" Dobson
May 3, 2009
John Patrick "Jack" Dobson, age 81 of Hamilton passed away at University Hospital on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at 5:14 PM. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 1, 1927 the son of John H. and Kathleen (Dwyer) Dobson. Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1945 to 1946. He was employed...
James Clinton Buhi
May 3, 2009
James Clinton Buhi, age 83 of Trenton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at 3:55 AM. He was born in Oxford on February 18, 1926 the son of William Joseph and Sadie Marie (Burnhardt) Buhi. James was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II from 1945 to 1946 and was a...
Thomas M. Hibbard
May 2, 2009
Thomas M. Hibbard, age 59 of Hamilton passed away suddenly at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 8:25 PM. He was born in Hamilton on October 4, 1949 the son of Ruppert and Thelma (Price) Hibbard. Thomas was a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard during the Vietnam Era from 1969 to 1975. He was...
Corinna Mcguire
Apr 28, 2009
Corinna McGuire, age 78 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 4:45 PM. She was born in Harlan, Kentucky on December 31, 1930 the daughter of Dan and Eliza (Gross) Noe.
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Dwight McGuire of Hamilton; seven children, Larry (Debbie) Marlow of...
Marguerite E. "Madge" Blackerby
Apr 26, 2009
Marguerite E. "Madge" Blackerby, age 79 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield on Sunday, April 26, 2009. She was born in Cambridge, Ohio on July 19, 1929 the daughter of William and Marguerite (Frontz) Anderson. Marguerite was a former employee of Jack & Jill Nursery. She was a member of Sight Seekers and Partners in Prime,...

Robert George Maupin
Apr 24, 2009
Robert George Maupin, age 71 of Hamilton passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, April 24, 2009 at 7:33 AM. He was born in Hamilton on August 17, 1937 the son of Dabner and Bernice (Ryan) Maupin. Robert was employed in shipping/receiving at Champion International. On November 9, 1990 in Hamilton he married Helen Roberts.
He...
Evelyn "Tante" (Amiot) Timler
Apr 24, 2009
Evelyn "Tante" (Amiot) Timler, age 90, of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Friday April 24, 2009. She was born in Stockton, Ohio on June 28, 1918 the daughter of Austin and Hannah (Hogan) Amiot. Evelyn was employed in the payroll department of Champion International for 42 years retiring in 1983. She was a member of...
Barbara Gail Lovejoy
Apr 24, 2009
Barbara Gail Lovejoy, age 64 of Hamilton passed away at Wellington Manor on Friday, April 24, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on September 18, 1944 the daughter of Lloyd Franklin and Grace (Atkins) Lovejoy. Barbara was voted Most Popular and crowned Prom Queen at New Miami High School, due to her inner and outer beauty. She enjoyed watching...
Charles W. Abbott
Apr 23, 2009
Charles W. Abbott, age 78 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 5:15 PM. He was born in Cincinnati on May 7, 1930 the son of Wilbur and Sarah Abbott. Charles was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1950 to 1952. He was employed as a fitter...
Olla M. Federle
Apr 23, 2009
Olla M. Federle, age 83 of Hamilton passed away at Heart Hospital of Lafayette (Lousiana) on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 12:11 PM. She was born in Laurel County, Kentucky on September 9, 1925 the daughter of Eli and Mattie (Carpenter) Mays. Olla was employed as an operator for Cincinnati Bell for 35 years, retiring in 1985. She was...
Clemmie H. Cole
Apr 22, 2009
Clemmie H. Cole, age 68 of Hamilton passed away on Wednesday April 22, 2009. She was born in Beattyville, Kentucky on August 25, 1940; the daughter of Monroe and Anna (Steele) Bowers. Clemmie was a homemaker, and attended the Hamilton Dream Center. On March 13, 1958 in Jackson, Kentucky she married Parnell Cole who passed away on September 3,...
Ronnie "Moose" Durham
Apr 20, 2009
Ronnie "Moose" Durham, age 65 Mt. Orab, Ohio passed away at University of Cincinnati Hospital on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 5:50 PM. He was born in Hamilton on August 8, 1943 the son of Clyde Virgil Sr. and Bonnie Darlene (Terry) Durham. Ronnie retired from Armco after 30 years’ service in 1992. In Wisconsin, he served as a...
Amanda Lynn "Mandi" Brown
Apr 20, 2009
Amanda Lynn "Mandi" Brown, age 19 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 9:51 AM. She was born in Hamilton on August 8, 1989 the daughter of Scott and Lisa (Hall) Brown. Mandi was a 2007 graduate of Hamilton High School.
She is survived by her parents, Scott Brown...
Daisy Gray Combs
Apr 20, 2009
Daisy Gray Combs, age 65 of Eaton passed away at Reid Hospital and Health Care Services in Richmond, Indiana on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 3:43 AM. She was born in Cincinnati on June 7, 1943 the daughter of Daniel and Addie Mae (Hoskins) Gray. Daisy was a retired barber who received her license from Cincinnati Barber College. She...
Eleanora "Aunt Sis" Beahn O.P.
Apr 19, 2009
Eleanora "Aunt Sis" Beahn O.P., age 91 of Hamilton passed away in Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 12:55 AM. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 7, 1917 the daughter of Vincent and Anna (McFadden) Beahn. Eleanora was a 1958 graduate of St. Joseph University in Philadelphia and earned her Master’s Degree in...
James W. Hansmann
Apr 19, 2009
James W. Hansmann, age 84 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 3:25 PM. He was born in Hamilton on May 12, 1924 the son of Ferd and Virgie (Brandenburg) Hansmann. James was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II from 1943 to 1944. He was employed as a building...