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.
Tonya Lynn Wagers
May 28, 2023
Tonya Lynn Wagers, age 44 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 6, 1979 to Charles Wagers Jr. and Cheyelena (Johnson) Wagers. Tonya enjoyed sewing and spending time helping others.
Tanya is survived by her mother, Cheyelena Wagers; her aunts, Cindie Bales and Cynthia Stanley; her uncles,...
Robert "Bobby" Duncan
May 27, 2023
Robert Gene “Bobby” Duncan, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Bobby was born on March 4, 1960 in Hamilton, Ohio, son of the late Ronald and Rachel (Pierson) Spencer. He was a concrete worker by trade and went on to own his own concrete service. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing...
Jerome Bennett
May 27, 2023
Jerome Lee Bennett, age 69, passed away on May 27, 2023, at Hospice of Hamilton, Ohio. He was born on August 1, 1953, at Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Arthur and Ida Bennett. Jerome graduated from Roger Bacon High School in St Bernard, Ohio, and later attended Cincinnati Bible College and Seminary.
Jerome served in the...
James Humphrey
May 26, 2023
James Humphrey, age 74 of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away on May 26, 2023. Burial will be on June 12, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Woodside Cemetery, Oxford. He will be dearly missed by his canine companion, Buddy.
Cledith Gail Mistler
May 26, 2023
Cledith Gail Mistler, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023. Gail was born in Manchester, Kentucky on February 4, 1946 to Tester Webb and Mae (Davidson) Flynn. Gail retired from Avon after 30 years. She was a loving devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Gail enjoyed spending time with her family traveling and enjoying the company...
Bill David Colwell
May 23, 2023
Bill David Colwell , age 86 of Hamilton, formerly of Oxford, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Bill was born in Leslie Co., KY on May 13, 1937 to Reuben and Callie (Fields) Colwell. Bill was the owner and operator of Colwell Paving for over 30 years. On February 26, 2003, he married Nancy Horan....
William R. Bowling Ii
May 23, 2023
William R. Bowling II, age 44 of Camden, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. William was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 19, 1978 to William R. Bowling and Carla (Tuttle) McCune. He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1996 and went on to join the United States Marine Corps. William then joined the Butler County Sheriff’s Department...
Anthony "Tony" Maxwell
May 23, 2023
Anthony “Tony” Maxwell , age 75 of Seven Mile, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, He was born in Middletown, Ohio on December 16, 1947 the son of Mark E. and Treva (Miller) Maxwell. Tony was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Navy from 1966 to 1970. He was employed at Square D...
William "Bill" Rigling
May 22, 2023
William “Bill” Rigling, age 52 of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 30, 1971 to William Edward Rigling and Rita A. (Schneider) Rigling. Bill graduated from Badin High School, Class, class of 1989. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Vanderbilt University. He played football for both...
Diane L. Gillespie
May 22, 2023
Diane L. Gillespie , age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, May 22, 2023. Diane was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 23, 1956 to Arthur Barnaclo and Joyce (Skinner) Barnaclo. She graduated from North College Hill High School in 1975 and went on to marry Jim Gillespie in November of 1978. Diane was...
Rhonda Sue Baker Rose
May 20, 2023
Rhonda Sue Baker Rose went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2023, after a heroic battle with cancer. She was born on April 1, 1955, to Robert E. and Patricia A. (Logsdon) Baker. She graduated from Fairfield High School in 1973 and Miami University in 1977. Rhonda was a teacher at Cincinnati Christian Schools before staying home...
Darlene M. Stumpf
May 19, 2023
Darlene M. Stumpf, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Friday, May 19, 2023. Darlene was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 14, 1946, to William C. Stumpf and Jessie (Meachan) Stumpf. Darlene was a graduate of Garfield High School and was an avid bowler in the Handicap League at Linden Lanes. Darlene is survived by...
Veneda Faye Schurger
May 19, 2023
Veneda Faye Schurger , age 86 of Cincinnati, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023. She was born in Hurricane, West Virginia on August 3, 1936, to Odell Smith and Jewel (Phelps) Smith. Veneda spent her time in her garden planting flowers, shopping, playing with her grand-dogs, and spend time with her family.
Veneda is survived by...
Maryann J. Vonderhaar
May 19, 2023
MaryAnn J. VonDerHaar , age 82 of Hamilton, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023. MaryAnn was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 12, 1940 to Charles Mick and LaVerne (Tiemyer) Mick. She graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1958 and married Thomas J. VonDerHaar on February 4, 1961. MaryAnn was an avid swimmer and certified water...
Kenneth Duane Royer
May 19, 2023
Kenneth Duane Royer age 83 of Hamilton Ohio passed away on May 19th, 2023.
Ken is survived by his spouse Christeen Royer, two sons Timothy (Cindy) Royer and Darren (Cherl) Royer both of Hamilton Ohio. Five grandchildren, Leah (Jeremy) Alteneder, Nathan (Tina) Royer, Emma Royer, Audrey Royer, and Autumn Royer. A brother Keith (Shirley) Royer and a...
Rebecca Hurst
May 18, 2023
Rebecca Lewis Hurst, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Known to most as Becky, she was born in Leslie County, Kentucky on September 23, 1939 to the late Woodrow Wilson Lewis and Verda Smith Lewis. After the death of her mother at a young age, Becky took the role of caring for her younger...
Charles "Pete" Thompson
May 18, 2023
Charles “Pete” Thompson , age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Pete was born in Clay Co., Kentucky on June 7, 1946 to Eugene and Blanche (Allen) Thompson. On April 11, 1966, he married Wynema Cox. Pete retired from Mosler Safe Co. after 30 years. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing,...
Stephanie Sorrell
May 17, 2023
Stephanie Sorrell , age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Stephanie was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 9, 1963 to Dennis Osborn and Shirley Jump. Stephanie worked for Champion International Paper, East Butler YMCA, Mosler Safe Co., Mollett Gutter and Sentrics. On February 14, 1994, she married the love of her...
Gene D. Smith
May 13, 2023
Gene D. Smith, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hamilton on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Gene was born in New Miami, Ohio on October 20, 1938 to Finley Smith and Mary E. (Young) Smith. In 1957, he married Phyllis Fugate, and together they had three sons, Gregg, Gene, and Kevin. He worked as a mechanic for over...
Rick Slade
May 13, 2023
Rick Slade, age 63 of Ross Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Rick was born in Dayton, Ohio on June 17, 1959 to the late Clarence Slade and Gina Muhlenkamp. Rick was a chef at many local establishments over the years. Even at home, he made sure to garnish his dishes, famously saying, “It’s...
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