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.

Ruth E. Oakes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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...

Beth Tellep

Beth Tellep

Jan 11, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Tellep, “Beth”, age 64 of West Chester, Ohio, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Beth was born in Sunnyvale, California on October 31, 1958 to Daniel Michael Tellep and Margaret Hollier Lewis. Beth graduated from Indian Hill High School class of 1976. Upon graduating, she attended cosmetology school and later...

Earnest "Jim" Davenport

Earnest "Jim" Davenport

Jan 11, 2023

Jim Davenport, age 66 of Fairfield Township, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Jim was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 31, 1956 to Earnest and Andrea (Goldtare) Davenport. He graduated from Mount Healthy High School. On August 24, 1974, he married the love of his life, Pam Clark.  Jim worked at Hamilton Kettles/Brighton Corporation for many years....

Mary Lou Dietz

Mary Lou Dietz

Jan 10, 2023

Mary Lou Dietz, age 94 of Reily, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Mary Lou was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 6, 1928 to the late Percy and Ruth Leona (Kelm) Bergameyer. She was a homemaker most of her life. In her later years, she enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time with her friends.

Mary...

Pastor Ernest Lee Benge

Pastor Ernest Lee Benge

Jan 9, 2023

Pastor Dr. Ernest Lee Benge, age 84 of Hamilton, has had an address change notification to Heaven on Monday, January 9, 2023. Ernest was born in London, Kentucky on April 29, 1938 to John Ernest Benge and Oma Lee (Bowling) Johnson. He worked for both the B & O and CSX Railroads just 3 months shy of 30 years...

Linda S. Agee

Linda S. Agee

Jan 6, 2023

Linda S. Agee, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, January 6, 2023 at. Linda was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas on September 29, 1949 to Calvin Branscomb and the late Mary (Walb) Branscomb.  On May 3, 1969 in Mason she married Thomas Agee. Linda was loved and will be missed by many. She was...

Becky L. Shepard

Becky L. Shepard

Jan 6, 2023

Becky Lynn Shepard, age 71, left her quiet Middletown home on Friday, January 6th, at 3:18 PM, hearing the call to bring her worship directly into the throne room of God. Once again, she lifted that beautiful voice and sang to her Father, with passion and gratitude..."Lord, You've been so faithful...You broke the shackles and you set me free." ...

Betty E. Lodder

Betty E. Lodder

Jan 5, 2023

Betty E. Lodder, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at her home under the care of Hospice of Cincinnati on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Betty was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 26, 1932, daughter to Erma (Link) Flick and Arnold Flick. She received her education at Madison, Wilson Jr High, and Hamilton High Schools. Betty graduated from Miami...

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