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.
Alice Charlene Demonge
Apr 9, 2025
Alice Charlene Demonge, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away of natural causes due to cancer on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Charlene died very peacefully, listening to Led Zeppelin while surrounded by family and friends. She was born at the Oakland Naval Hospital in Oakland, California on May 17, 1964 to Al “Buzz” Chafin Jr. and Donna (McWhorter) Chafin, but...
Sammy Hopkins
Apr 7, 2025
Sammy Hopkins, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, April 7, 2025. Sammy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 16, 1949 to Ernie Hopkins and Eula (Clark) Hopkins. Sammy married his wife, Belva, on July 2, 1971. Sammy graciously served our country in the Army during the Vietnam War. He belonged to Eagles...
John R. Fraser
Apr 6, 2025
John Robert Fraser passed away on April 6th, 2025 after a short illness. He was 60 years old. John was born in Warren, Ohio and lived most of his life in Hamilton and Cincinnati, Ohio.
John graduated from Ross High School, Xavier University and Miami University with a Masters Degree in Business Administration. He was employed by...
Dennis Dale Leedke Sr.
Apr 6, 2025
Dennis Dale Leedke Sr., passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the age of 65. Dennis bowled in the junior leagues when he was growing up. He also enjoyed camping and later helped his son with go cart racing.
Dennis preceded in death by his parents, Kennard (Kenny) and (Vivian) Marie Leedke. Dennis is survived by...
Betty Sue Newton
Apr 6, 2025
Betty Sue Newton, age 68 of Hamilton, passed away at Jewish Hospital on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Betty was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 21, 1957, to Lawrence Hammock and Wilma Irene (Lawson) Price. On February 20, 1999, in Hamilton, she married David Newton. Betty loved her Pastor and her church family and enjoyed doing the Lord’s work....
Carol R. Hoffman
Apr 5, 2025
Carol R. Hoffman, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, April 5, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 7, 1944 the daughter of Frank and Nellie Mae (Hall) Broering.
Carol is survived by six children, Kimberly (Doug) Reed, David (Barbara) Hoffman, Jeffrey Hoffman, Susan (Steve) Baas, Michael (Mary Jo) Hoffman,...
David E. Smith
Apr 2, 2025
David E. Smith, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. David was born in Middletown, Ohio on February 27, 1955 to the late Joe Smith and Margaret (Scragg) Howard. David grew up in Hamilton and graduated from Garfield High School, class of 1972. David had a passion for anything on wheels, two or four. He...
Dave Hudson
Apr 2, 2025
Charles “Dave” David Hudson II, age 55 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Dave was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 23, 1970 to David and Jerri Hudson, nee Lynam. He was a self-employed painter for many years and an auto mechanic for Jackson’s Auto Care, LLC. Dave loved spending time with his family, friends and...
Phyllis C. Davidson
Mar 31, 2025
Phyllis C. Davidson, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. Phyllis was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 5, 1954 to the late Phil and Melvia Jean (Kidd) Davidson. Phyllis graduated from New Miami High School and attended Southwestern College of Business. She was a sandwich-maker extraordinaire at Couch’s Market and previous served the Butler...
Ila Mae Nunn
Mar 30, 2025
IIa Mae Nunn, age 85 of Fairfield, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025. IIa was born in Jackson County, Kentucky on March 20, 1940 to Virgil Clemmons and Flossie (Gabbard) Clemmons. She loved gardening, bingo, and spending time with her family. Ila enjoyed living life, drinking her coffee on the porch, and loved her dog, Jojo.
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David A. Combs
Mar 30, 2025
David A. Combs passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on March 30, 2025. He was 61 years old. The son of Clyde Eugene Combs and Isabella Cates Combs, both of which precede him in death. Born in Hamilton, Ohio June 4, 1963, David attended Talawanda High School, Miami University and The University of Cincinnati College Conservatory...
Kenneth Wayne Arthur
Mar 29, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Arthur, age 62 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Known to most as Ken, he was born in London, Kentucky on October 26, 1962 to the late Arville and Elizabeth (Bagley) Arthur. Ken grew up in Hamilton and attended Hamilton local schools. After high school, Ken went to work at...
Rita M. Burns
Mar 29, 2025
Rita M. Burns, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Saturday, March 29, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 31, 1930 to Clifford and Margaret (Lagedrost) Ross.
Rita is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard ‘Dick” Burns; her...
Douglas P. Brewer
Mar 29, 2025
Douglas P. Brewer, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Doug was born in Dover, Ohio on December 22, 1946 to Edgar Brewer and Juanita (Morrison) Brewer. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, and was a member of Soul Winners Church in Hamilton, Ohio for many years. Doug was a believer of...
Michaela "Mikie" Dougherty
Mar 28, 2025
Michaela “Mikie” A. Dougherty, 79, of Hamilton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2025, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 31, 1945, the daughter of Walter B. and Lula (Ledford) Huey.
She graduated from Taft High School, Class of 1963, and was a graduate...
Justin M. Mccollum
Mar 28, 2025
Justin M. McCollum, age 42 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025. Justin was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 29, 1982 to Glenn McCollum and Andrea (Menchen) McCollum. He was a historian who was fascinated with the Cold War and France. Justin was an artist and loved flying his drones, riding his e-bike, train rides, and...
Linda L. Marler
Mar 27, 2025
Linda Lou Marler, age 71 passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Linda was born in Hamilton, OH on October 22, 1953 to Charles Marler and Jewel (Kirby) Marler. Linda was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt who dedicated much of her life to caring for many nieces and nephews as well as her mother later in life. Linda...
Luis Enrique Gutierrez
Mar 27, 2025
Ricky “Bebe” Gutierrez, age 31, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Bebe was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 24, 1993, to Enrique Gutierrez and Blanca Padilla Torres. Bebe went to Hamilton City School. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, father, and partner. To love Bebe was to know him. His spirit and energy spoke volumes in...
Armeda Ruth Haehnle
Mar 25, 2025
Armeda Ruth Haehnle, age 91 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Armeda was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 9, 1933 to the late Edward and Elenora (Ott) Supe. She married the love of her life, Christian Haehnle, on June 16, 1951. They lived in Cincinnati until 1962, when they purchased a farm just outside of...
Daniel Joseph Fields
Mar 24, 2025
Daniel Joseph Fields, age 43 of Hamilton, passed away as a result of a traffic accident on Monday, March 24, 2025. Danny was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 6, 1981 to Johnny and Kathleen (nee Lewis) Fields. Danny graduated from Hamilton High School, class of 2000. Danny was loved by all who knew him and will be deeply...