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.

Jack Maupin
Aug 6, 2007
Jack Maupin, age 55 of Hamilton passed away in Milford on Monday, August 6, 2007 at 4:40 AM. He was born in Hamilton on April 7, 1952 the son of Charles and Helen (Ballinger) Maupin. Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1970 to 1978 and was a self-employed painter.
He is survived by...
Robert J. Link, Jr.
Aug 4, 2007
Robert J. Link Jr., age 78 of Hamilton passed away in Butler County Care Facility on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 5:30 AM. He was born in Hamilton on October 31, 1928, the son of Frank and Bessie (Stroud) Link. Bob was a 1947 graduate of Fairfield High School and attended Sinclair College; was a Veteran of the Korean War...
Vincent Ambrose Davin, M.D.
Aug 3, 2007
Vincent Ambrose Davin, M.D., age 69 of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on August 3, 2007. He was born on July 2, 1938 at Mercy Hospital in Hamilton and grew up in Lindenwald, the son of Dr. William A. and Anna Marie (Buckley) Davin. He attended St. Ann’s School and Hamilton Catholic High School and graduated from the University of Notre...

Janice J. Osborne
Aug 3, 2007
Janice J. Osborne, age 60 of Hamilton, went home to be with her lord at 12:50 AM Friday, August 03, 2007 at Ft. Hamilton Hospital. She was born in Molus, Kentucky on November 1, 1946 the daughter of Andy and Jeanetta (Brock) Osborne.
She is survived by numerous cousins, three great-aunts, and many friends. She was preceded...
Ina Jean Distler
Aug 1, 2007
Ina Jean Distler, age 73 of Lakeview, Ohio, passed away at the home of her daughter on Wednesday August 1, 2007. She was born in Hamilton on September 4, 1933 the daughter of McKinley and Margaret (Isaacs) Hymer. Jean served the public many years as a waitress. She was a member of Eagles Lodge # 3615 auxiliary, AMVETS Post...
Joycelyn Burkart
Jul 31, 2007
Joycelyn Burkart, age 85 of Hamilton passed away in her residence on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 4:29 PM. She was born in Hamilton on April 30, 1922 the daughter of Charles and Bertha (Mahon) Wilson. She was a 1940 graduate of Hamilton High School, a member of the Amvets Post #71, the Lindenwald Ladies Club, St. Ann’s Catholic...
Kelly Bowling
Jul 30, 2007
Kelly Bowling age 82 a resident of the Hamilton-Fairfield area for over 62 years went home to be with the Lord on Monday July 30, 2007 at Glen Meadows. He was born in Laurel County, Kentucky on April 27, 1925. The son of Issac and Mary Belle (Hicks) Bowling. He retired from Pillsbury Co. in 1977 after 25 years...

Kenneth C. Anderson
Jul 30, 2007
Kenneth C. Anderson, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospice Unit on Monday July 30, 2007. He was born in Hamilton on September 16, 1933 the son of Roy and Effie Marie (Joseph) Anderson. Kenneth was educated in the Hamilton Schools, and was a Navy and Army veteran of the Korea War. He was a retired...
Howard E. "Ed" Hall
Jul 30, 2007
Howard E. "Ed" Hall, age 83 of Hamilton passed away in Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 10:50 PM. He was born in Hamilton on October 18, 1923 the son of Barney and Eva (Ramsey) Hall. Ed was a 1941 graduate of Hamilton High School and a 1950 graduate of the University of Cincinnati, with a...
Mary Elizabeth Moran
Jul 28, 2007
Mary Elizabeth Moran, age 89 of Hamilton since 2001, formerly of Jackson Heights, New York, passed to eternal rest at Mercy Franciscan at Schroder on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 8:55 PM. She was born in Ballinlough, County Roscommon, Ireland on October 8, 1917 the daughter of John and Brigid (Swift) Reynolds. Mary was a member of St. Joan...
Jean Askew
Jul 25, 2007
Jean Askew, age 74 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 1:30 AM. She was born in Hamilton on June 8, 1933 the daughter of Oliver Sr. and Della Hensley. She was a member of Happy Corners Pentecostal Church.
She is survived by one daughter, Renee (John) Willis of...
James Seals, Jr.
Jul 25, 2007
James Seals, Jr., age 79, of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital, Fairfield, Wednesday July 25, 2007 at 12:21 PM. He was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on October 15, 1927 the son of James and Anna (Young) Seals. Junior was a crane operator at Fisher Body for 38 years, retiring in 1987. In 1965 in Covington, Kentucky he...
Ida Ward
Jul 25, 2007
Ida Ward, age 92, formerly of Kettering passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2007. She was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on January 21, 1915 the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Jennings) Creech. Ida was a member of the Assembly of God, Kettering.
She is survived by her daughter, Caroldean (Robert) Swartwout of Liberty Township;...
Wanda Lou "Granny" Hubbard
Jul 21, 2007
Wanda Lou "Granny" Hubbard (nee Trew), age 69, of Fairfield, died on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Born to Fannie Durham on June 19, 1938, Wanda graduated from Hamilton High School in 1957 and married Joseph Hubbard on November 15, 1957. Wanda worked many years as a cashier for Liberal Markets and also at Sears...

Donna Marie Pelzer
Jul 21, 2007
Donna Marie Pelzer, age 62, of Hamilton, passed away in Hospice of Hamilton at Sunrise on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 8:36 PM. She was born in Cincinnati on February 19, 1945, the daughter of Raymond and Wanda Louise (Campbell) Pelzer.
She is survived by a brother David (Kathleen) Pelzer of Evanston, Illinois; a sister, Lois (Tom)...
Kennie R. Holbrook
Jul 18, 2007
Kennie R. Holbrook, age 70 of Hamilton passed away at Mercy Hospital of Fairfield on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 4:51 PM. He was born in Lawrence County, Ohio on February 24, 1937 the son of Russell and Opal Holbrook. Kennie was the owner and operator of Fairfield Auto Service (formerly A-1 Auto Service) since 1969 and was an...
Clarence E. Agee
Jul 18, 2007
Clarence E. Agee, age 64 of Hamilton passed away in his residence on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 2:25 PM. He was born in Hamilton on March 6, 1943 the son of Jesse and Evelyn (Wright) Agee. Clarence was a veteran of the United States Air Force in 1961 and was the owner/operator of an upholstery shop for a...

Barbara Jane Lynch
Jul 17, 2007
Barbara Jane Lynch, age 72 of Hamilton passed away at home on Tuesday, July 17, 2007. She was born in Hamilton on July 5, 1935 the daughter of William and Callie (Shepherd) Singleton. In 1966 in Hamilton, she married Robert Lynch Sr., and he preceded her in death.
She is survived by six children, Robert (Tina) Lynch...

Lottie Katherine Lairson
Jul 13, 2007
Lottie Katherine Lairson, age 69 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospice Unit on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 9:45 PM. She was born in Irvine, Kentucky on April 30, 1938 the daughter of James and Lillie Pearl (Barnes) Lairson. Lottie, an avid bingo player who was kind to everyone she met, will be sadly missed by all....
Gladys E. Montanye
Jul 12, 2007
Gladys E. Montanye, age 86 of Hamilton passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospice Unit on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 9:06 PM. She was born in Franklin County, Indiana on February 16, 1921 the daughter of Ervin and Rosa (Baker) Wolfe. Gladys was employed at Mercy Hospital of Hamilton for 17 years, retiring in 1986. She was a member...