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.
Marilyn Work
Aug 11, 2023
Marilyn Work, age 76 of West Chester, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023. Marilyn was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 27, 1946 to the late Charles Hubbard /Johnnie Jones and Edna (Combs) Alder. She married John L. Work on May 9th, 1980. Marilyn retired from Avon & was a member of The Eagles, Moose & American Legion...
Margaret Stevens
Aug 10, 2023
Margaret Stevens, a woman of strength and faith, passed away peacefully on August 10th, 2023, with her loving daughter by her side. Born in Knox County Kentucky in 1942, Margaret ventured to Hamilton at the age of 18, where she met the love of her life, Marshall "Jeff" Stevens (deceased).
For many years Margaret was a valued...
Larry P. Kellum
Aug 10, 2023
Larry P. Kellum, age 69 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Larry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 18, 1953 to Paul Kellum and Imogene (Updike) Kellum. Larry is survived by his sister, Judy (Marshall) McVey; one niece, Holly McVey; and one great niece, Haily Strong. Larry was preceded in death...
Kathleen J. Proffitt
Aug 10, 2023
Kathleen J. Proffitt, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by family and friends at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Kathy was born in Michigan City, Indiana on December 13, 1941 to Theodore and Lillian (nee Tomaszewski) Jarka. During her life, she was devoted to her children, grandchildren and friends. Kathy was best known for her...
Richard K. Richmond
Aug 8, 2023
Richard K. Richmond, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Richard was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 27, 1964 the son of Gloria and Lawrence Himburg. Richard worked at Rose Chevrolet for over 25 years. He enjoyed fishing, rock music, camping, shooting, and above all, loved time spent with his kids and grandkids.
...Angela "Angie" Lynn Blythe
Aug 8, 2023
Angela (Angie) Lynn Blythe, age 51, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday August 8th 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Angie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 22, 1972. She loved being a Mamaw and made sure her granddaughter knew she was the light of her life. She loved spending time with her father, and held her daughter in...
Kathy S. Bekemeier
Aug 8, 2023
Katharine Sue Bekemeier, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 16, 1960 to the late Kenneth H. Rowland and Patricia M. (Perkins) Rowland.
Kathy is survived by her husband, John Bekemeier; her children, Khrysi Bekemeier, Bradley Bekemeier, and Brian Bekemeier; siblings, Kenny (Becky) Rowland, Tim...
Jacqueline K. Quick
Aug 8, 2023
Jacqueline Kay Quick, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Huntington Court on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was born in Millville, Ohio on May 25, 1939 to the late Louis Edmond Loman and Ruby Lee (Stephens) Loman. Jacqueline was a friend to many, she very much-loved conversation with all. Her greatest pleasure in life was her children, she...
Tammy L. Bales
Aug 6, 2023
Tammy L. Bales, age 53 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023. Tammy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 14, 1969 to Eugene Bales and Cindie (Johnson) Bales. She loved bowling and the Cincinnati Bengals.
Tammy is survived by her mom, Cindie Bales; siblings, Rhonda (Tom) Swallow and Jeff (Tina) Bales; numerous nieces, nephews,...
Charlotte Rose Shafto
Aug 5, 2023
Charlotte Rose Shafto, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Charlotte was born in Anthras, Tennessee on January 20, 1944 to Silas and Ruby Teague, the youngest of four. Charlotte retired from General Electric. She was a devoted Christian and member of East River Road Baptist Church. Charlotte served as a Sunday School teacher and...
Edna Lee Jones
Aug 4, 2023
Edna Lee Jones, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. Edna was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 5, 1929 to the late James Henry Arnold and Nola (Parsley) Arnold. Edna worked at Champion Paper for many years before leaving to be a stay-at-home mom. She enjoyed crafting, gardening, and fishing. Above all, she loved...
Harry J. Fields
Aug 2, 2023
Harry J. Fields, age 89 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Harry was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on June 7, 1934, to Jim Fields and Margaret (Rose) Fields. On September 12, 1953, he married Eula Gray Brantley, and she preceded him in death in 2018. On May 31, 2021, he married Melva...
Mary Smith
Aug 1, 2023
Mary Smith, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Mary was born in Harlan, Kentucky on July 25, 1932 to the late Richard Charles Allen and Sarah A. (Dixon) Allen. Mary was member of Calvary Christian Center and studied her Bible every day. Mary was a dedicated homemaker and mother and...
Connie Glassmeyer
Jul 30, 2023
Connie A. Glassmeyer, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 31, 1946 to her mother, Josephine (Hart) Isaacs. Connie and her husband owned and operated The Deli and Sandwich Shoppe and Catering by Connie for almost 30 years. The best part of her life was being a...
William Ray Whitaker
Jul 30, 2023
William Ray Whitaker, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on July 29, 2023 at Hospice of Cincinnati. He was born in Hyden, KY on August 5, 1951 to Kathleen (Sturgill) and Ray Whitaker. He married Valorie (Eubanks) on October 23, 1976. They would have celebrated their 47th Anniversary this fall. They were each other's best friend. Ray was a hard...
Hetty Kroon
Jul 29, 2023
Hetty Kroon, age 81 of Mason, passed away at Majestic Care of Cedar Village on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Hetty was born in Amsterdam, Netherlands on January 17, 1942 to the late Thys and Adriana Kroon. In 1960, Hetty married Gerald Harbron and together they moved to Gerald’s hometown of Hamilton and started a family together. They raised three...

Hetty Kroon
Jul 29, 2023
Hetty Kroon, age 81 of Mason, passed away at Majestic Care of Cedar Village on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Hetty was born on January 17, 1942 to Thys Kroon and Adriana Kroon.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Leslie Kenneth Wiseman
Jul 29, 2023
If you spoke to Leslie for 5 minutes you would know that his birthday was the most important day of the year and was coming soon, no matter how far away it was. He would have been 72 years old on December 1st, 2023. He was a lover of all things butterscotch and new babies. Always awaiting the birth...
Imogene Kramer
Jul 29, 2023
Imogene Kramer, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Imogene was born in Viper (Hazard), Kentucky on May 7, 1940 to Charles and Pearl (nee Sloane) Lewis. On August 19, 1960, she married Thomas G. Kramer Jr. in Hamilton, Ohio. Together they had four children, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Throughout...
Michael V. Rader
Jul 28, 2023
Michael V. Rader, age 35 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023. Mike was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 24, 1987 to Eugene and Melissa Rader. Mike graduated from Hamilton High School. He went on to work in the hotel industry for many years. Mike enjoyed a variety of expressive hairstyles and colors. He had a...