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.
Barbara J. Cope
Oct 7, 2023
Pastor Barbara J. Cope, age 82 of Hamilton, Ohio crossed the finish line and received her heavenly reward on Saturday October 7, 2023.
She was born September 28th, 1941, in Morgan Twp. Ohio to Lester and Josephine McConnell. She is survived by her daughter Rev. Stephanie L, Brown, sister Linda Weaver, Brother Bob (Betty) McConnell, niece Mellissa...
Steven A. Long
Oct 7, 2023
Steven Allen Long, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Steven was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 17, 1956 to James Virgil Long and Mildred (Fuller) Long.
Steven is survived by his son, Eric Long; sister, Dorothy Skaggs; sister-in-law, Joanne Long; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Steven was preceded...
Ricky L. Walker
Oct 7, 2023
Born on Oct 12, 1953 in Hamilton, Ohio. Ricky Lane Walker, who had the Amateur Ham Radio call sign as N8POG, peacefully passed away on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. He has been reunited with his mother and daddy in glorious Heaven. Oh what a celebration that must have been! Ricky leaves behind the love of his life (as he...
John C. Taylor
Oct 6, 2023
John C. Taylor, age 74 of Oxford, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. John was born in Waukegan, Illinois on September 21, 1949 to Maurice B. Taylor and Martha M. (McCray) Taylor. He loved basketball, walking, running, and spending time with Gage and Kyla. John enjoyed Perry Mason re-runs and other great shows of the 50s and 60s....

Judy A. Parsons
Oct 6, 2023
Judy A. Parsons, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Grandview Hospital on Friday, October 6, 2023. Judy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 6, 1950, to John Parsons and Evelyn (Mullins) Parsons. She worked 27 years at Butler County Area Courts as a Deputy Clerk/ Bookkeeper. Judy is survived by her two siblings, Donna Smith and Larry...
Daniel Floyd Peters
Oct 4, 2023
Daniel Floyd Peters (1958–2023)
Daniel Floyd Peters, 65, of Liberty Township, Ohio, died on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
He was born in Liberty Township in 1958 to Lucy and Edward Peters, who were filled with joy from the presence of their last blonde-haired boy, who was even named after Edward’s own father, Floyd. In his...
Linda Sue Roark
Oct 4, 2023
Linda Sue Roark, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Linda was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 11, 1948 to the late Edward John Davis and Virginia Sexton Allen. Linda graduated from Garfield High School, class of 1966 and went on attend Miami University. She worked for the Butler County Clerk of Court in...
Elizabeth Ann Gibbs
Oct 4, 2023
Elizabeth Ann Gibbs, age 98 of Lindenwald, passed away at Bethesda Butler Hospital on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Elizabeth was born in Berea, Kentucky on October 21, 1924 to the late Overton Hugh Black and Nancy Jane (Hensley) Black. Elizabeth’s family moved to the Hamilton area when she was young. She attended local schools, graduating from Seven Mile High,...
Robert C. Redman
Oct 4, 2023
Robert C. Redman, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Robert was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on August 16, 1934 to Clarence Redman and Marie Alice (Zercie) Redman. He graduated from Canandaigua Academy in Canandaigua, NY and Miami University in Oxford, OH. Robert served 2 years in the United States Army, and he...
Washington R. Vazquez
Oct 3, 2023
Professor Emeritus Washington R. Vázquez
Writer, Scholar, Man of Integrity…
“E alguma coisa na liquidção da minha vida.”
“It’s something in the conclusion of my life.” Machado de Assis, in ‘Dom Casmurro’
Washington Rampa Vázquez, age 101 of Oxford, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Washington was born on...
Ada Marie Hammer
Oct 1, 2023
There is no amount of time that would have ever been enough. Our sweet mother, Ada Maria Hammer, passed away all too soon at the age of 67 at her home in Milford, Ohio. She was a mother to all, an angel on loan, who we believe was sent to guide us, love us unconditionally, selflessly, and with her...

William (Bill) C. Cobb
Oct 1, 2023
William (Bill) C. Cobb, age 82 of Lawrenceburg, IN passed away at his residence on Sunday, October 1, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on April 28, 1941 to General F. Cobb and Sarah W. (Tuttle) Cobb. He was a veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country from 1958-1961. Bill...
Debbie Roberts, R.N.
Sep 30, 2023
Debbie Roberts, R.N., age 67 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Debbie was born in Des Moines, Iowa on April 18, 1956 to the late Howard and Ruthe (Bragg) Anderson. Debbie graduated from Ross High School and went on to attend Miami University where she earned her degree in nursing. She mainly...
Imogene Bowling
Sep 30, 2023
Sylvia “Imogene” (Willis) Bowling, age 93 of Oxford, passed away at The Knolls of Oxford Health Care Center on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 4:45 AM.
Imogene was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 6, 1930 to Scott and Nannie (Wells) Willis. Imogene was employed in the office at Champion Papers for more than 35 years. In...
Thomas Leon Jeffers
Sep 29, 2023
Thomas Leon Jeffers, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023. Tom was born in Aurora, Nebraska on June 11, 1949 to Dean Herman Jeffers and Nelle Cleo (nee Applebee) White. He graduated from Middlesboro High School in KY, class of 1967 and served in the US Air Force from 1969-72. Tom was a Butler County...
Grace Marlene (Lunsford) Begley
Sep 27, 2023
Grace Marlene Begley (nee Lunsford), age 75 of Eaton, passed away at Huntington Court Nursing Facility on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, after battling an extended illness. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 25, 1948 to Albert Lunsford Sr. and Lucinda (Roberts) Lunsford. She was educated in Hamilton City Schools. Grace worked at East Hamilton Lunch and several...
Wanda Rae Sester
Sep 26, 2023
Wanda Rae Sester, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at home beside her loving husband, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. Wanda was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 19, 1951 to Wayne Donley and Louise (Hensley) Donley. Wanda and Henry met at church camp when she was 14 and he was 15. They were inseparable from then until...
Steven Chaney
Sep 24, 2023
Steven Chaney, age 53 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Steve was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 9, 1970 the son of Sheila Baker. Steve enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing and being an outdoorsman.
Steve is survived by his mother, Sheila Baker; his siblings, Kathy (John) Chaney, Charles (Christine) Chaney and Jeremy (Corrie) Collins;...
Kenneth R. Johnson
Sep 24, 2023
Kenneth R. Johnson, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Kenneth was born in London, Kentucky on March 19, 1943 to William Johnson and Maxie (Turner) Johnson. After graduating High School, he went on to join the United States Army where he received numerous awards, including Expert Rifleman, Marksman, the Vietnam Service Medal and the...
Dolly Barlow
Sep 24, 2023
Dolly Barlow, age 79 of Fairfield, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and confidante left this world for Heaven on Sunday, September 24, 2023, after a courageous battle with serious illness. She was surrounded by her loving family who will aspire to honor her enduring legacy, courage, strength, and morals by living their fullest best lives each day....