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.

Rachel Jean Sullivan

Rachel Jean Sullivan

Nov 22, 2022

Rachel Jean Sullivan, age 39 of Hamilton, was called home to Christ on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.

Rachel will be deeply missed by her children, Maria Gressler, Steven Weber Jr. and Damion Gill. She is survived by her parents, Alyson (Steve) Fryer and Robert (Rhonda) Fay; her siblings, Bridget (Trevor) Tallent, Robert (Christy) Frederick and Roxanne Fay;...

James D. Hurley

James D. Hurley

Nov 20, 2022

James D. Hurley, age 79 of Middletown, passed away at Majestic Care of Middletown on Sunday, November 20, 2022. James was born in Harlan County, Kentucky on July 30, 1943 to Tip Hurley and Gladys (Sparks) Hurley. James was a United States Army Veteran serving from 1967 -1969. James is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Hurley; his nephew...

James M. Watson

James M. Watson

Nov 20, 2022

James (Jim) Matthew Watson, Age 67 of Hamilton, OH passed away peacefully on November 20, 2022, in Hamilton, OH. Jim was born to Jack and Liz Watson on July 31, 1955 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  On June 26, 1976, he married Marcia Vanness (who survives him).

Jim is also survived by his son, Matt (Mary Catherine) Watson; his...

Chester S. Newton

Chester S. Newton

Nov 20, 2022

Chester S. Newton, age 84 of Somerville, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Sunday, November 20, 2022. Chester was born in Sparta, Kentucky on September 19, 1938 to Vernis Newton and Stella (McKinney) Newton. Chester worked at Krupp Hoesch and HP Duescher for many years, retiring in 2000. On September 16, 1972 in Somerville, he married Leona Carol...

Ben C. Ballinger

Ben C. Ballinger

Nov 19, 2022

Ben C Ballinger, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022. Ben was born in Liberty Township, Ohio on May 8, 1929 to Daniel Ballinger and Janie (Gadd) Ballinger.  He was a Medical Corpsman Sergeant in the United States Airforce for 3 years, and upon being honorably discharged he married Geraldine Fischer on February 16, 1952....

Clarence Sizemore

Clarence Sizemore

Nov 19, 2022

Clarence was born on October 27, 1941, and went home to be with Jesus on November 19, 2022. The 5th eldest child of Jeff and Sarah Sizemore, Clarence was born at home on Bear Creek in Manchester, Kentucky. He married the love of his life, Jeanette Smith, on June 18, 1960. They went on to have 3 children together,...

Paul A. Webb Sr.

Paul A. Webb Sr.

Nov 19, 2022

Paul A. Webb Sr., age 78 of Fairfield, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022. Paul was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 27, 1944 to Robert Webb and Ethel (Allen) Webb. On July 5, 1962, Paul enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he served multiple tours in Vietnam and was honorably discharged on October 8, 1966....

Victoria Smith

Victoria Smith

Nov 19, 2022

Victoria “Red” “Vicky” Ann (Sandlin) Smith, age 62 of Hamilton, OH passed away Saturday November 19, 2022 at 1:28am at Fort Hamilton Hospital surrounded by family and friends following a courageous ten-month battle with lung cancer. Vicky was born on December 23, 1959 to Frank and Virginia (Asher) Sandlin in Hamilton, Ohio. Vicky was the fourth oldest of eight...

Gertrud Lairson

Gertrud Lairson

Nov 17, 2022

Gertrud Lairson, age 90 of New Miami, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Gertrud was born in Fechenbach, Germany on July 24, 1932, to the late Josef and Paula (Klingenbeck) Arnold. On May 15, 1954, she married an American serviceman, Manuel Lairson and moved to his hometown of New Miami. After his untimely...

Charlotte M. Doyle

Charlotte M. Doyle

Nov 16, 2022

Charlotte Marie Doyle, age 79 of Burlington, KY, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Charlotte was born in Corbin, Kentucky on November 16, 1943 to John and Georgie Warren. Charlotte was an adoring mother and grandmother to her family. She enjoyed listening the music, especially gospel; cooking; puzzles and word searches.

Charlotte...

Dolores F. Brune

Dolores F. Brune

Nov 15, 2022

Dolores F. Brune, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Dolores was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 30, 1935 to Milan Brune and Antionette (Okruhlica) Brune. She worked at Winters Bank in Oakwood, Ohio as a bank teller for 37 years and volunteered at Fort Hamilton Hospital gift shop. Dolores enjoyed playing cards, visiting...

Janet L. Fox

Janet L. Fox

Nov 15, 2022

Janet L. Fox, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Janet was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 27, 1936 to Walter Gersbach and Irene (Rothe) Gersbach.

Janet is survived by her husband, Gordon Fox; her children, Greg (Pam) Fox, Michelle (Steve) Miller; her grandchildren, Troy (Kristen) Fox, Tyler...

Ronald H. Alexander Sr.

Ronald H. Alexander Sr.

Nov 14, 2022

Ronald H. Alexander Sr., age 66 of Hamilton, transitioned over on Monday, November 14, 2022. Ronald was born in Joliet, Illinois on August 7, 1956 to his loving parents, Rev. Hobert Wendell Alexander and Rev. Ethel Turner Alexander.  He was the youngest of four children.

Ronald completed his high school education at Garfield High School.  He worked...

Robert C. Vollet

Robert C. Vollet

Nov 14, 2022

Robert C. Vollet, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, November 14, 2022. Robert was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 22, 1957 to Jacob Vollet and Mae (Brumley) Vollet.  Robert was employed by Local #534 as a laborer for over 30 years. Robert enjoyed fishing, billiards, football, baseball, Nascar and coaching sporting events....

Shelby Jean Carito

Shelby Jean Carito

Nov 13, 2022

Shelby Jean Carito, age 75 of Fairfield, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Shelby was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 12, 1947 to the late Woodrow and Hazel (Stewart) Owens. She was a graduate of Garfield High School. A few years after graduation, she married Michael Carito. Together, they settled down in...

Edna Mills

Edna Mills

Nov 13, 2022

Edna Mills, age 91 of New Miami, passed away at her residence on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Edna was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on June 16, 1931 to Jessie Hubbard and Samantha (Jackson) Hubbard. Edna is survived by her loving children, John Mills, Jake (Lorraine) Mills, Maxene (Lee) Holland, Edna (Calvin) Williams, Judy (Kathleen) Mills, Bessie (Ted Shivner) Shoemaker;...

Sinda Louise Duncan

Sinda Louise Duncan

Nov 13, 2022

Sinda Louise Duncan, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022. Sinda was born in Scottsburg, Indiana on January 7, 1953 to the late Flora Alice (Rowland) Clemons.

Sinda is survived by her children, Wyvonna (James) Roberts, Michael W. (Angie) Duncan Jr., Charlotte (Michael) Lindsay; grandchildren Nick (Katie) Roberts, Brittany Gentry, Ashley (Austin) Krull,...

Jonathan R. Murphy

Jonathan R. Murphy

Nov 10, 2022

Jonathan Roy Murphy, age 48 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Jonathan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 5, 1974 to the late Earl Murphy Jr. and Debbie (Waldroff) Barger.  John loved his cars, guns, and food. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, playing his guitar, and was a member of the Izaak...

Richard L. Anderson

Richard L. Anderson

Nov 10, 2022

Richard L. Anderson, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Richard was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 20, 1942 to the late Laura Edna (Singleton) Anderson. After his mother’s untimely passing, he was raised by his grandparents, the late Edward and Sarah Singleton. Known to most as Andy, he worked...

James L. Hinchberger

James L. Hinchberger

Nov 10, 2022

James L. Hinchberger, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022. James was born in Butler, Pennsylvania on June 28, 1940 to Edward Hinchberger and Grace (Blain) Hinchberger. He graduated from Butler High School in Butler, PA in 1958 and went on to attend the University of Cincinnati for his undergraduate and master’s degrees in civil...

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