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.

Mima Seeley Brinegar

Mima Seeley Brinegar

Nov 25, 2023

Mima Seeley Brinegar, age 89 entered her eternal resting place in Heaven on November 25, 2023. She was born in a log cabin in Olive Hill, Kentucky on August 29, 1934 to Edward Estill Knipp and Effie Mae (Clark) Knipp.  She accepted Jesus as her personal savior at a young age, and was a steadfast Christian throughout her life,...

Kathleen M. Korb

Kathleen M. Korb

Nov 24, 2023

Kathleen Marie Korb peacefully passed onto heaven on November 24, 2023. Kathleen was born January 7,1935 in Hamilton, Ohio. She was the daughter of Marcus and Norma (Hamann) Korb who both preceded her in death. She graduated from Notre Dame High School in Hamilton, Ohio. Kathleen worked at the Bell Telephone Company for many years and formed many lasting...

Marilyn J. Rhodus

Marilyn J. Rhodus

Nov 23, 2023

Marilyn J. Rhodus, age 80 of West College Corner, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Marilyn was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 21, 1943 to Edgar Rhodus and Clara (Roark) Rhodus. She enjoyed bowling, watching TV game shows with her cats, getting pedicures with her daughter, going to her sister-in-law’s to play card games and meeting her...

Nephi Lazarus

Nephi Lazarus

Nov 23, 2023

Nephi Lazarus, age 79 of Hamilton, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Nephi was born in Hillsdale, Michigan on May 16, 1944 to Lee Roy and Agnus Anna Lazarus. On March 5, 1977 in Hazard, KY, he married the love of his life, Orlena Deaton. Nephi loved the Lord with all his heart. He used...

Barbara Kay Hensley

Barbara Kay Hensley

Nov 22, 2023

Barbara Kay Hensley , age 76 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Barbara was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 17, 1947, to Omer Lewis and Ada (Martin) Lewis. Barbara was a wonderful homemaker, wife, and mother.  She also loved going to the casino and playing the slots; enjoyed going to...

Jean Marks

Jean Marks

Nov 18, 2023

Jean Marks, age 87, of Oxford, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Jean was born in Lima, Ohio, on February 24, 1936, to Carl A.  Lotz and Eunice Boyer Lotz. Jean graduated from Lima Shawnee High School and then attended Miami University, where she played on the women's basketball team. She graduated in 1958...

John Dale Bailey

John Dale Bailey

Nov 18, 2023

John Dale Bailey, age 63 of Trenton, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. John was born in Middletown, Ohio on September 24, 1960 to Henrietta Kai (Williams) Bailey and the late Jack Thomas Bailey. John graduated from Edgewood High School, class of 1979 and attended Clarke Technical College where he earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering. He worked...

Ferneda Whitt

Ferneda Whitt

Nov 18, 2023

Ferneda Whitt (nee Frost) Age 95, of Seven Mile, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born on June 14, 1928, the daughter of Isaac and Malvaria Frost. She married the love of her life, Earnest Whitt on May 8, 1948. Ferneda retired from Avon. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, and spending time with her...

Kiler Wayne Thornsburg

Kiler Wayne Thornsburg

Nov 17, 2023

Kiler Wayne Thornsburg, age 23 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. Kiler was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 28, 2000 to Rick Miller and the late Kristy Thornsburg. Kiler was a free spirit that danced to the beat of his own drum. He expressed himself through his art, music and fashion. He will be dearly...

Judith J. Kaufman

Judith J. Kaufman

Nov 16, 2023

Judith J. Kaufman, 83, of Fairfield, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born to parents Martin and Helen (Siegfried) Thompson, on September 5, 1940, in Cambridge, Ohio.

Judy married David Kaufman on May 21, 1960, in Nankin, Ohio. Together they raised 3 children: Don, Scott and Kelley.

She is survived by...

David Lee Johnson

David Lee Johnson

Nov 16, 2023

David Lee Johnson, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, November 16, 2023. David was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 11, 1943, to Clifford Johnson and Edna Marie Lamb Johnson. David married the love of his life, Helen Johnson in July of 1962, and she preceded him in death in April of 2023....

Peggy Jean Felty

Peggy Jean Felty

Nov 15, 2023

Peggy Jean Felty, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Dayton on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.Peggy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 20, 1946 to William and Rosalie (Chatt) Rice. Peggy was known for her love and care for others and putting everyone first.

Peggy is survived by her children, Rodney (Sherri) Felty and ...

James Daniel Petrey

James Daniel Petrey

Nov 15, 2023

James Daniel Petrey, age 67 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Known to most as Danny, he was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 24, 1956 to the late James Edward Petrey and Lorene (Cotton) Petrey. Danny was an avid outdoorsman that enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was also a dedicated Bengals and OSU fan, although...

Donna M. Gallagher

Donna M. Gallagher

Nov 14, 2023

GALLAGHER, Donna M. (Jewell) Lindley, age 84, died peacefully under hospice care at her home in Darrtown on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.

The second daughter of Paul Morton and Myrtle Christine (Gault) Jewell; Donna was the middle child of five, born on July 13, 1939. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Paul Leo...

Gary Wayne Jones

Gary Wayne Jones

Nov 12, 2023

Gary Wayne Jones, age 75 of Seven Mile, passed away at VA Hospital Medical Center on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Gary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 11, 1948 to Oscar Jones and Fannie (Allen) Jones.  He was a United States Army Veteran.  On October 26, 1968, in Hamilton, he married Dianna Williams.  Gary also worked at Pease/...

Fred Campbell

Fred Campbell

Nov 12, 2023

Fred Campbell, age 102 of Hamilton went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 12, 2023.  He was born in Manchester, Kentucky on March 17, 1921 the son of Luther & Malvery Campbell. Fred attended Hamilton High School and married Helen Felty on December 24, 1941. In 1942, he joined the United States Army and served in...

Robert Wayne Napier

Robert Wayne Napier

Nov 10, 2023

Robert Wayne Napier, 76 devoted husband, dad, family man and friend has joined his loved ones in eternal peace on November 10, 2023. He was born May 22,1947 in Manchester, Ky. The son of the late Sherman and Della Napier. He was known to most for his generosity, laughter and always cutting up. Words cannot do justice for such...

Daniel "Dannie" Million

Daniel "Dannie" Million

Nov 10, 2023

Daniel 'Dannie' Gene Million, of Jacksonburg, Ohio, passed away on November 10th, 2023. Dannie was born in Franklin County, Indiana, on November 4th, 1932 to the late Woodrow and Georgie Million. He married Marie Clifford on December 29th, 1951. Dannie served in the Army from 1952 – 1954 and was in the reserves for six years, earning an Honorable...

Denver Dean Allen

Denver Dean Allen

Nov 9, 2023

Denver Dean Allen, age 88 of Brookville, Ohio, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Denver was born in Rockcastle County, Kentucky on December 19, 1934 to the late Victor Randle Allen and Nannie Frances Allen. Denver is survived by his wife, Opal Allen; his children, Pamela (Ken) and Craig (Ronda); his grandchildren, Jeff, Dave, Tom,...

Thelma Jean Howell

Thelma Jean Howell

Nov 7, 2023

Thelma Jean Howell, age 65 of Mason, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Thelma was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 29, 1958 to Leroy Meddings and Cleta Mae Gabbard. On July 4, 2013, she married Conley Howell. Thelma served her community working for Kroger for over 17 years. She enjoyed watching & collecting movies.

Thelma...

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