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.
Grace Lee
Jun 3, 2009
Grace Lee, age 70, of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday June 3, 2009. She was born in Irvine, Kentucky on December 29, 1938 the daughter of Price and Grace (Wolfinbarger) Babb. A homemaker, Grace was devoted to her family and was formerly employed at Jolly’s Drive-In on Brookwood Avenue. She enjoyed playing cards and was...
Eva Marie Lee Griffin
Jun 2, 2009
Eva Marie Lee Griffin, age 41, of Hamilton passed away at her residence on Tuesday June 2, 2009. She was born on October 11, 1967 in Hamilton the daughter of Glenn and Betty J. (Alcorn) Griffin. Eva was an avid Harley rider. She loved animals and rescued many strays.
She is survived by her mother, Betty Griffin...
Bertha May Bailey
May 31, 2009
Bertha May Bailey, age 87 of Hamilton passed away at Westover Retirement Community on Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 3:45 PM. She was born in Clinton County, Ohio on May 20, 1922 the daughter of Chauncy and Vera (Runyan) Holton. Bertha was employed as a cook for Ross School District. On October 16, 1940 in Burlington, Kentucky she married...
Helen M. Turner
May 29, 2009
Helen M. Turner, age 67 of Rising Sun, Indiana, formerly of Hamilton passed away at Dearborn County Hospital, Lawrenceburg, Indiana on Friday, May 29, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on October 7, 1941 the daughter of Charles W. and Bertha M. (Stahlheber) Johnson. Helen was a homemaker who was devoted to her family.
She is survived...
Rachel Spencer
May 29, 2009
Rachel Spencer, age 65 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Friday, May 29, 2009 at 3:45 PM. She was born in Owsley County, Kentucky on October 16, 1943 the daughter of Luther and Callie (Conrad) Pierson. On April 4, 1965 in Liberty, Indiana she married Ronald "Gene" Spencer.
She is survived by her husband,...
Floyd E. Vickers
May 28, 2009
Floyd E. Vickers, age 82 of St. Clair Township passed away in Westover Retirement Community on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 8:46 PM. He was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on March 6, 1927 the son of Neal and Millie (Nunn) Vickers. Floyd was a member of the Hugh Bates Lodge #686 F&AM, the Syrian Shriners of Cincinnati, Scottish...
Mitchell E. Lawson Sr.
May 28, 2009
Mitchell E. Lawson Sr., age 85 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 5:30 AM. He was born in Fareston, Kentucky on April 17, 1924 the son of William and Susie (Brunner) Lawson. Mitchell was employed as a mill worker at Nicolet Industries for 34 years, retiring in 1983. He was a member...
Timothy M. Sturm Sr.
May 27, 2009
Timothy M. Sturm Sr., age 32 of Hamilton passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 as a result from an automobile accident. He was born in Cincinnati on February 18, 1977. He was employed as a roofer for Complete Roofing Services.
He was a loving daddy to Timothy II, Cecelia, and Lailah. He is survived by his...
William D. Bowling
May 27, 2009
William D. Bowling, age 68 of Hamilton passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 11:30 PM. He was born in Hamilton on January 11, 1941 the son of William B. and Chesnie M. (Rice) Bowling. William was a graduate of Fairfield High School, and was employed as a salesman at Jim Dixon Lincoln/Mercury, and later...
Johnny T. Wilhoit
May 25, 2009
Johnny T. Wilhoit, age 86 of Fairfield passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, May 25, 2009. He was born in Means, Kentucky on July 3, 1922 the son of Alfred and Mattie (Spencer) Wilhoit. Johnny was employed as a machine operator at Fisher Body for 30 years, retiring in 1980. He was a member of UAW Local...

Melanie Weber
May 25, 2009
Melanie Weber, age 59 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Monday, May 25, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on November 7, 1949 the daughter of Louis and Donna J. (Seward) Privette. Melanie was a gifted seamstress who operated Melanie’s Mending and Melanie’s Halloween Costume Rental. She was also an avid crafter and member of the...
Helen (Cope) Combs
May 23, 2009
Helen I. (Cope) Combs age 83 of Hamilton passed away in Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 1:55 PM. She was born in Hamilton on November 6, 1925 the daughter of Eli and Eura (Morgan) Cope. Helen was employed as a photo type setter for Champion International for 43 years, retiring in 1987. She was a...
Barbara E. Burns
May 22, 2009
Barbara E. Burns, age 73, of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Friday, May 22, 2009. She was born in Hamilton on January 8, 1936, the daughter of John Stanifer and Myrtle (Hurt) Stanifer-McGuire. Barbara retired from CHACO Credit Union in 1999. She cherished her family and friends, and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. Barbara...
Michael A. Mathis
May 22, 2009
Michael A. Mathis age 58 of Fairfield Township entered a land of sweet peace and rest on Friday morning May 22, 2009 at Christ Hospital. On the shore waving banners to welcome him home was Jesus Christ his Savior and his Mom and Dad who preceded him just a few months ago. What a reunion! Mike fought a courageous...
Stephanie Jean Davis
May 22, 2009
Stephanie Jean Davis, age 55 of Fairfield passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield on Friday, May 22, 2009 at 4:45 PM. She was born in Hamilton on August 13, 1955 the daughter of Homer E. and Carol (Craft) Davis. Stephanie was employed with the Hamilton City School District as a grade school guidance counselor.
She is...
Robert Charles Claypool
May 21, 2009
Robert Charles Claypool, age 64 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital of Mt. Airy on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 7:22 PM. He was born in Springfield, Illinois on November 17, 1944 the son of Robert Charles and Ann (Fiorucci) Claypool. Robert was employed as the Superintendent of Utilities with Champion International Paper’s, retiring in 2001. On January...

Jonie Joshua Campbell
May 21, 2009
Jonie Joshua Campbell, age 76 of Cincinnati passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 8:10 PM. He was born in Bell County, Kentucky on May 15, 1933 the son of Morgan and Mary (Wilson) Campbell. Jonie was employed as a carpet installer at McSwain Carpet Company. He was a member of Melrose Masonic Lodge...
William Earl Ratliff
May 20, 2009
William Earl Ratliff, age 59 of Middletown passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 3:45 PM. He was born in Corbin, Kentucky on November 4, 1949. Bill was employed as a carpenter with the Laborer’s Union Local #265, retiring in 1995. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Middletown. On August 24, 1979...
Ann Roberts
May 20, 2009
Ann Roberts, age 69 of Hamilton went home to be the Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 7:55 PM from Ft. Hamilton Hospital. She was born in Oneida, Kentucky on August 30, 1939 the daughter of Golden and Louella (Stidhams) Roberts. Ann was a charter member of the Eagles Lodge 3986 Auxiliary and a member of the Amvets...
Jack V. Turner
May 15, 2009
Jack V. Turner, age 77 of Okeana passed away at Heartland of Mt. Airy on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 11:30 PM. He was born in Clay County, Kentucky on February 21, 1932 the son of Clyde B. and Mallie (York) Turner. Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from 1949 to 1956, where...