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.
John "Johnny" Hill
Jan 28, 2023
John “Johnny” Hill, age 81 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital-Fairfield on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Known to most as Johnny, he was born in Mount Hope, West Virginia on July 27, 1941 to the late Eddie and Willa Anna (Trotter) Hill. After graduating high school, Johnny enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. After his time in the...
Jennifer Lynn Noble
Jan 27, 2023
Jennifer Lynn Noble, age 68 of Hamilton, Ohio and Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at HealthPark Medical Center on Friday, January 27, 2023. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 6, 1954 the daughter of Linza and Beulah (Taylor) Depew. On October 30, 1971, in Hamilton she married Lynn Noble. Jenny was a...
Rickey C. Bates
Jan 27, 2023
Rickey C. Bates, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, January 27, 2023. Rickey was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 24, 1959 to Curtis and Millie Margaret Bates. Rickey graduated from Garfield High School. Upon graduation, he started working for B&O Railroad and later retired from CSX Transportation. On June 8, 1979, he married...
Bill Layer
Jan 25, 2023
Bill Layer, age 82 of West Chester, passed away at Bethesda Butler Hospital on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Bill was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 10, 1940 to the late Louis and Edith Layer. He graduated from Lockland High School. Bill worked for many years at DuBois Chemical which later became Johnson & Johnson Chemical.
Bill...
Royann Smith
Jan 25, 2023
Royann Smith, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Royann was born in Franklin, Ohio on April 11, 1968 to Roy Maloney and Bertell (Patrick) Smith. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with family and friends, especially caring for her grandchildren. Royann is survived by Jessie (Josh) Golden, Amanda...
Donavan R. Suttles
Jan 24, 2023
Donavan R. Suttles, age 25 of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Donavan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 29, 1997 to John Suttles Jr. and Jessica (Grant) Sellers. He was such a kind and free-spirited person who left us too soon. Donavan will forever be missed and will always be with us in our hearts....
Walter Horn
Jan 24, 2023
Walter Horn, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Walter was born in Madison County, Kentucky on November 18, 1949 to Earl Horn and Lucy (Ratliff) Horn.
Walter is survived by his sons, Forrest Horn, Steven (Christine) Horn; his grandchildren, Misty, Samantha; his great-grand daughter Elizabeth; sister-in-law, Nenita Horn.
Walter was...
Ruth E. Oakes
Jan 23, 2023
Ruth Elizabeth Oakes, age 83 of Monticello, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023. Ruth was born in Sand Gap, Kentucky on June 25, 1939 to Harold Day and Roberta (Elliot) Day. Ruth welcomed everyone in her home, her greatest joy was her family. She also enjoyed riding on the motorcycle with her husband, as well as boating with...
Nickee M. Walters
Jan 23, 2023
Nickee M. Walters, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati on Monday, January 23, 2023. Nickee was born in Bismark, North Dakota on February 28, 1952 to Arnold E. and Charlotte Stadick Miller.
Nickee is survived by her sons, John Walters, Christopher Walters, E. Louis Walters Jr. and Ron Walters; and her four grandchildren....
Lynn Ruth Brannon
Jan 22, 2023
Lynn Ruth Brannon, 64 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Lynn Ruth was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 14, 1958 to the late Lester and Thelia (Seiter) Brannon. She attended the Fair Acres Center and worked at Inside Out Art Studio. She lived at The Residence at Huntington Court where she was loved by all....
Larry Schantz
Jan 21, 2023
Lawrence A. “Larry” Schantz II, age 54 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Larry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 1, 1968 to Lawrence A. Schantz Sr. and Linda Washburn. Larry enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, working on cars and was always tinkering.
Larry is survived by his daughter, MarcyLin Renee...
Ronald Barker
Jan 21, 2023
Ronald Gene Barker, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Ronald was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 21, 1947 to Harvey Barker and Dorothy (Robins) Barker.
Ronald is survived by his wife, Mary Grace Barker.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Clayborn Barker and his sister,...
Philip J. Foley
Jan 20, 2023
Philip J. “Pepper” Foley, age 55 of Pinckney, Michigan, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. Phil was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on May 16, 1967 to Lawrence Foley and Margaret (Saurber) Foley. He graduated from Stephen T. Badin High School in 1985. Phil was the small business owner and CEO of Foley Technical Services LLC, and his business...
Elsie L. Lainhart
Jan 19, 2023
Elsie L. Lainhart, age 101 of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Elsie was born in Collinsville, Ohio on June 15, 1921 to Lester Sr. and Stella Sweeney (Truster). She graduated from Seven Mile High School. On April 4, 1942, she married Charles Lainhart and they were married 66 years when he passed away April 30,...
Ronald Brent Jacobs
Jan 15, 2023
Ronald Brent Jacobs, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Known to most as Brent, he was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 28, 1962 to the late Orville and Pat (Nau) Jacobs. Brent was a graduate of Circleville High School, class of 1981 and went on to attend Ohio University in Athens. He liked...
Dorothy L. Price
Jan 15, 2023
Dorothy L. Price, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Dorothy was born in Eaton, Ohio on January 3, 1935 to Russell Feeback and Myrtle (Whitaker) Feeback. She loved people and proved it with her actions- her life motto was to treat others the way you wanted to be treated. God was number one in...
Jeffery Leon Jones
Jan 13, 2023
Jeffery Leon Jones who resided in Hamilton, Ohio was born July 17, 1981 in Toledo, Ohio to Melvin and Rosetta Jones. He was a 2001 graduate of Central Catholic High School in his hometown of Toledo. We unexpectedly lost this amazing man on January 13th, 2023. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. Though we are devastated, and...
Jewel M. Miller
Jan 13, 2023
Jewel M. Miller, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, January 13, 2023. Jewel was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 22, 1944 to the late Parnell Sizemore and Katherine (Singleton) Kain.
Jewel brought seven children in this world, Douglas (Kim) Sizemore, Paul (Linda) Miller Jr., Jeff (Pam) Miller, Judy (Danny) Duncan,...
Donna Jean Mink
Jan 13, 2023
Donna Jean MInk, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Friday, January 13, 2023. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 19, 1959 the daughter of Steve and Ada (House) Creech.
Donna is survived by three siblings, Luanne Evans, Roger (Theresa) Creech, and Steven Lee Creech; two daughters, Devon and Michelle; her companion,...
Owen G. Webb Sr.
Jan 12, 2023
Owen G. Webb Sr., age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Owen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 6, 1952 to Robert Webb and Ethel (Allen) Webb. He was a history enthusiast whose main area of interest was the Civil War Era. Owen also loved NASCAR, football, and his family.
Owen is...


