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.

James F. Freeman Jr.

James F. Freeman Jr.

Aug 15, 2022

James F. Freeman Jr., age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Wellspring Health Care Center on Monday, August 15, 2022.  James was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 20, 1928 to James F. Freeman Sr. and Mary Evelyn (Maloney) Freeman.  Jim grew up in Lawrenceburg Indiana where he married Doris Jean Burris on May 2, 1953.  Jim served in...

Timothy L. Fannin

Timothy L. Fannin

Aug 15, 2022

Timothy L. Fannin, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022. Tim was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 9, 1973 to Everett “Butch” Fannin and Mary Sue (Johnson) Fannin. In 1996, he married the love of his life, Sandy McGuire, in Sharonville, Ohio. Tim had a lifelong passion for music. He started a DJ business...

Chichi S. Banks

Chichi S. Banks

Aug 15, 2022

ChiChi S. Banks, age 75 of Trenton, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022. ChiChi was born in Edgewood, Maryland on December 5, 1946 to James Waters and Hazel (Lee) Waters.  She was a hairstylist for over 30 years, and was a dedicated member of the National Red Hat Society. ChiChi was a social butterfly who loved to travel...

Judy Mae Turner

Judy Mae Turner

Aug 15, 2022

Judy Mae Turner, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Monday, August 15, 2022. She was born in McKee, Kentucky on February 6, 1945 the daughter of Hubert and Jalie (Lainhart) Sparks. On June 19, 1965 in McKee, Kentucky she married Eddie Darrell Turner.

Judy is survived by her husband, Darrell Turner; two sons,...

Cynthia M. Estes

Cynthia M. Estes

Aug 14, 2022

Cynthia M. Estes, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, August 14, 2022. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 23, 1959 the daughter of James Leo and Barbara (Siebenaler) Osbourn.  Cynthia was employed as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for thirty years, retiring in 2016.  In 1979 she married...

Howard Simpson

Howard Simpson

Aug 14, 2022

Howard Simpson, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022. Howard was born in Red Bird, Kentucky on January 23, 1928 to Rufus Simpson and Fronia (Helton) Simpson.  He retired from General Motors in 1983 after 33 years. Howard loved feeding ducks, driving, and his land in Kentucky. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren very much....

Frederick "Fred" Conrad

Frederick "Fred" Conrad

Aug 12, 2022

Frederick “Fred” Conrad, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by family at Bethesda North Hospital on Friday, August 12, 2022. Fred was born at Mercy Hospital in Hamilton, Ohio on May 19, 1943 to Earl and Florence (Hunkler) Conrad. Fred graduated from Talawanda High School, 1961. He served in the U.S. Army from 1966-1968, serving 19 ½ months...

Norma J. Starkey

Norma J. Starkey

Aug 11, 2022

Norma J. Starkey, age 93 of Seven Mile, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022. Norma was born in Paris, Illinois on October 25, 1928 to the late Harry and Ivanna (Van Sant) Williams. Norma was a proud member of the Independent Order of Foresters and was a faithful member of the Seven Mile United Methodist Church. In her...

Deborah K. Adams

Deborah K. Adams

Aug 10, 2022

Deborah K. Adams, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Deborah was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 18, 1951 to Phillip Mullins and Eva (Williams) Mullins. Her passion in life was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and Deborah loved camping, singing karaoke, and bingo. She also enjoyed baking with her grandchildren, and planting in her...

Heather Gielda

Heather Gielda

Aug 10, 2022

Heather Jo “Mo” Gielda, age 45 of Trenton, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Heather was born in Bay City, Michigan on January 21, 1977 to the late John “Ron” and Sally (Morse) Gielda. Heather graduated from Grand Rapid Central High School, class of 1996 and earned a bachelor’s degree in analytics & statistics from Baker College in...

Kevin Wade Smith

Kevin Wade Smith

Aug 9, 2022

Kevin Wade Smith, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Kevin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 14, 1970 to Gene and Phyllis (Fugate) Smith. Kevin was a mechanic and ran his own garage for many years. When he wasn’t turning a wrench, he enjoyed casting a line and listening to music. To say...

Kathleen Richardson

Kathleen Richardson

Aug 9, 2022

Kathleen Richardson, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away after a long hard battle of dementia and a survivor of breast cancer on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Kathleen was born in Irving, Kentucky on July 3, 1930 to Lucian and Ella Turner. Kathleen worked at Jolly’s Drive-In in Fairfield for 18 seasons. She enjoyed collecting rabbits and clowns, taking care...

Rae J. Jones

Rae J. Jones

Aug 9, 2022

Rae J. Jones, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Rae was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 10, 1959 to Oliver Earl Pence Sr. and Bertha (Thompson) Pence. She married Dennis Jones on May 26, 1989 in Hamilton, Ohio. Rae played softball for many years with her sister, Brenda, and she enjoyed watching her...

William E. "Peter" Dirr

William E. "Peter" Dirr

Aug 8, 2022

William E. “Peter” Dirr, age 82 of Cincinnati, passed away at Triple Creek Retirement Community on Monday, August 8, 2022. Peter was born in Mount Healthy, Ohio on February 5, 1940. Peter graduated from Roger Bacon High School then attended University of Cincinnati. He retired after a successful career as an architect to enjoy his retirement golfing, fishing and...

Tara Renee (Parnell)  Yannone

Tara Renee (Parnell) Yannone

Aug 6, 2022

Tara Renee (Parnell) Yannone, of Trenton Ohio, passed away Saturday August 6, 2022 at the age of 37 at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. Tara was born on March 30, 1985 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Todd Parnell and Kimberly Wendel. Tara Married her high school sweetheart, James Yannone, on August 14, 2010. At the time of her passing the...

Calvin "Ray" Yordy

Calvin "Ray" Yordy

Aug 5, 2022

Calvin “Ray” Yordy, age 96 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022. Calvin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 10, 1925 to the late Oliver and Orpa (Shaw) Yordy. Calvin is survived by his wife, Betty Murray Yordy; his sons; Glenn Yordy and Greg Yordy; his step-children, Dale Murray, Leslie Guciardo, and Lisa Sandlin; as well...

Loretta Sheffield

Loretta Sheffield

Aug 3, 2022

Loretta M. Sheffield, age 82 of Trenton, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Loretta was born in Marion, Ohio on January 27, 1940 to Rachel (Hesson) Bryant. She married the love of her life, Robert Sheffield, on November 10, 1956, and together they enjoyed 66 years of loving and living life together. Loretta never met...

Richard J. Hess

Richard J. Hess

Aug 2, 2022

Richard J. Hess, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Richard was born in San Bernardino, California on September 28, 1951 to Julian Hess and Mary (Gunter) Hess. He worked at Champion Paper for 40 years. Richard loved his trips to Gatlinburg, Tennessee with family and friends, western and war films, and Fords. Richard is...

Thomas Hardy Jr.

Thomas Hardy Jr.

Aug 1, 2022

Thomas Hardy Jr., age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, August 1, 2022 . Thomas was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 12, 1950 to Thomas Hardy Sr. and Florence (Henson) Hardy.  Thomas was a United States Army Veteran.  He also worked and retired from General Motors after 30 years.  Thomas was also a Freemason....

Eileen P. Bachmann

Eileen P. Bachmann

Aug 1, 2022

Eileen P. Bachmann, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022. Eileen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 28, 1927 to Edward Franz and Alice Boyle Franz.  She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and went on to graduate from Notre Dame High School in 1945. Eileen married Robert J. Bachmann on June 28, 1947 at...

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