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.
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...
Ralph Douglas Sapp
Jul 26, 2023
Ralph Douglas Sapp, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Ralph was born in Charleston, West Virginia on July 4, 1964 to the late Kenneth M. Sapp and Velma (née Sandlin) Sapp. Ralph’s family moved to Hamilton in 1966 and he always thought of it as being home. He graduated from Hamilton High School and...
Nolan D. Shown
Jul 26, 2023
Nolan D. Shown, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Nolan was born in Tennessee on February 22, 1936. He served in the U.S. Navy before moving to Hamilton in the 1960’s. He is survived by six adult children and his friend, Theresa Smith.
Roger Grimes
Jul 26, 2023
Roger Grimes, age 77 of Somerville, passed away at Kettering Medical Center on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was born in Perry County on October 7, 1945, to Cecil Grimes and Mable (Combs) Grimes.
Roger is survived by his wife, Janice Grimes; brother, Joe (Betty) Grimes; his nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, family and friends.
...Dennis C. Alcorn
Jul 23, 2023
Dennis C. Alcorn, age 69, passed away at home on Sunday, July 23, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 22, 1954 to Golie Alcorn and Ruth (Essert) Alcorn. Denny graduated from Taft High School in 1972, and he retired from Armco Steel after 30 years. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and...
Gary R. Allen Sr.
Jul 19, 2023
Gary R. Allen Sr., age 73 of Hamilton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Gary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 21, 1949 to Wade Allen and Martha (McFarland) Allen. Gary was a member of the United States Air Force and served in the Vietnam War. He was a certified welder...
Duaine Eugene Dunivant
Jul 16, 2023
Duaine Eugene Dunivant, age 73 of Fairfield, passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Duaine was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 31, 1950 the son of Paul and Gladys (Wagers) Dunivant.
Duaine is survived by his many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister.
Funeral service will...
Albert B. Gray
Jul 16, 2023
Albert B. Gray, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Parkside Nursing and Rehab Center on Sunday, July 16, 2023. He was born in Manchester, Kentucky on December 19, 1935 to Luther Gray and Dora (Henson) Gray. Albert was a United States Army Veteran.
Albert is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Josephine Gray; his...
Mae Sexton
Jul 14, 2023
Mae Sexton, age 75 of Oxford, passed away at her home on Friday, July 14, 2023. Mae was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 13, 1948 to the late Jessie Alfred Suttles and Mary Ellen (Morris) Suttles. Mae retired from Butler County Care Facility after over 15 years of service as an STNA. She was a member of Fellowship...


