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.

Christopher Ryan Goins

Christopher Ryan Goins

Aug 27, 2023

Christopher Ryan Goins, age 50 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Ryan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 26, 1973 to Robert Goins and Brenda Davidson-Goins. Ryan graduated from Hamilton High School. He worked at Square-D Company and most recently, McAdam’s Painting. Ryan enjoyed fishing and over all, enjoyed life.

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Patricia Louise Ashworth

Patricia Louise Ashworth

Aug 25, 2023

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Patricia Louise Ashworth, age 75, passed away peacefully August 25, 2023, at Fort Hamilton Hospital due to health complications.  She was born May 11, 1948, in Stockton, California to Bufford and Eula Gordon.  She moved to Ripon, California in 1950 with her parents.  She graduated from...

Joy D. Schatz

Joy D. Schatz

Aug 25, 2023

Joy Darlene Schatz, age 81 of Fairfield, was called home on Friday, August 25, 2023. Joy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 4, 1942 to Elbert and Ardela (Steele) Stewart. Joy was an avid gardener, a professional yard saler and thrift store shopper, to help those in need. She took pride in being a supporter of Ross football...

David Lee Payne

David Lee Payne

Aug 24, 2023

David Lee Payne, age 44 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Dave was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 17, 1979, the son of James and Tonya Payne. He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1998. On August 27, 1999, he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Tiffany...

Cheryl Lynn Lovejoy

Cheryl Lynn Lovejoy

Aug 23, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Lovejoy, age 75 of Oxford, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Cheryl was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 27, 1947 to the late Homer C. McIntire and Delores Ruth (Atkins) McIntire.

Cheryl is survived by her daughters, Tracy Agee and Christie (John) French; grandchildren, Michael, Brandi, Lauren, Danielle, Matthew,...

Gloria M. Gilpin

Gloria M. Gilpin

Aug 21, 2023

Gloria M. Gilpin, age 96, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Monday, August 21, 2023. Gloria was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on November 9, 1926 to Erwin and Hilda (Deiter) Correll. Gloria grew up in New Jersey, graduated from Montclaire High School and attended Fairleigh Dickenson University. Gloria was a resident of Findlay, OH and  Ft. Wayne, IN....

Dolores A. Arnold

Dolores A. Arnold

Aug 19, 2023

Dolores A. Arnold, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Dolores was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 16, 1940 to the late Paul Binegar and Margaret (Nichting) Schroyer. She graduated from Houghton Lake High School in Michigan. She worked at Krauth & Benninghofen before going to work at Beckett Paper...

Timothy Martin Hill

Timothy Martin Hill

Aug 18, 2023

Timothy Martin Hill, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and dedicated military veteran, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on March 7, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, to parents Martin and Norma (Bratton) Hill.

On November 7, 1989, Timothy married the love of his life, Robyn...

Eric S. Winkler

Eric S. Winkler

Aug 17, 2023

Eric S. Winkler, age 42 of Cleves, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Eric was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 25, 1981 to Wilson Onkst and Terri Winkler. He enjoyed fishing, bonfires, working on cars, and spending time with a few close friends. Eric loved travelling to the woods in Kentucky, spending time outdoors, playing the guitar,...

Albert C. Cecere

Albert C. Cecere

Aug 17, 2023

Albert Charles Cecere passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2023. He was born on February 5th,1930, the son of Charles and Mary (Porazzo) Cecere. Al was a member of the Armed Forces serving from 1951 to 1953 in Germany during the Korean Conflict. Al has been in the insurance business for over 60 years. He started with the...

Dennis E. Grimes

Dennis E. Grimes

Aug 15, 2023

Dennis E. Grimes, age 84 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 15, 1939 to George Grimes and Betty (Puthoff) Grimes.  Dennis graduated from Hamilton High School in 1957. He spent some time living in Florida carrying out his banking career. After moving back to Hamilton, he continued banking...

Retha Castle

Retha Castle

Aug 11, 2023

Retha Castle, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Friday, August 11, 2023. Retha was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on May 1, 1932 to the late Farmer and Mae (Jones) Smallwood. Retha enjoyed cooking, gardening, and shopping. She especially enjoyed spending time with her dogs, but loved spending time with her family.

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Marilyn Work

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

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

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

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

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.

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Angela "Angie" Lynn Blythe

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

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

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...

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