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.
Gregory John Pennington
Jun 1, 2022
Gregory John Pennington, age 37 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by his loving siblings at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Greg was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 5, 1984 the son of Gracie A. Pennington and Elmer L. Thompson. Greg’s greatest accomplishment was his son, Jamison Gauge Pennington. He enjoyed fishing, family and always kept...
Carole L. Castrucci
May 31, 2022
This is the life of my Grandma, Carole Lee Castrucci. She was born on December 13th, 1933 to Arthur Borger (her Father) and Hazel Borger (her Mother). She was a loving sister to Arthur Borger Jr. and wife to Robert Castrucci Sr.
After marrying her high school sweetheart, Robert (my Grandpa), on March 7th, 1951, they began...
Carol Ann King
May 31, 2022
Carol Ann King, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Carol was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 7, 1943 to the late Jack and Mary (Laseke) Hill. She graduated from Central High School in Cincinnati. She went on to work as a secretary at Proctor & Gamble before working at Fort Hamilton Hospital, where...
Della "Benita" Martin
May 30, 2022
Della “Benita” Martin, 85, a lifelong resident of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Monday May 30, 2022. Benita was born in Hamilton, Ohio and attended Hamilton City Schools. She graduated from cosmetology training in 1969 and worked at the Cut & Curl Salon on Hamilton’s Westside for several years. Benita made many friends during her 40 plus year career as...
Marguerite Anne Lamb
May 28, 2022
Marguerite Anne Lamb, age 62 of West Chester, passed away at her residence on Saturday, May 28, 2022. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 26, 1959 the daughter of Hobert and Virginia (Grove) Lamb.
Marguerite is survived by her aunt, Carolyn Grove; her cousin, Kimberly Grove Forman; and numerous other relatives and friends. Marguerite was...
James R. Egner
May 26, 2022
James R. Egner, age 51 of Middletown, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 5, 1970 to James E. and Patricia S. Egner. James graduated from Hamilton High School class of 1988. James enjoyed spending his time making flags, working on cars and spending time with his family.
James...
Karla Sue Rice
May 26, 2022
Karla Sue Rice, age 71 of Trenton, passed away at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Karla was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 21, 1950 to Boyd and Sarah (Stinger) Green. On February 21, 1970 in Hamilton, she married the love of her life, John Rice. After taking time to raise her family,...
John Gregory Holbrock
May 26, 2022
John Gregory Holbrock, 76, died May 26, 2022, from complications of COVID, ending an exhausting and bravely fought battle against a multitude of recent ailments.
John was born in Covington, Kentucky, on November 17, 1945, to Greg and Bernice (Heringer) Holbrock. John graduated from St. Xavier High School and went on to Xavier University, where he earned...
Gary E. Cain
May 25, 2022
Gary E. Cain, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 16, 1947 the son of James and Ellen (Steele) Cain. Gary attended Hamilton City Schools and was a 1965 graduate of Garfield High School. He was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States...
Timothy Dylan Jacob Elam
May 22, 2022
Timothy Dylan Jacob Elam, age 26 of Franklin, passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022. Dylan was born in Middletown, Ohio on November 18, 1995 to Timothy Darrel Elam and Ryan Lynn Feicht. Dylan went to Madison High School where he played football and baseball. He loved the Steelers, Star Wars, Rick and Morty and was obsessed with Juice...
Johnie "Grey Wolf" Gross
May 21, 2022
Johnie “Grey Wolf” Gross, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2022. He was born in Winchester, Kentucky on December 27, 1956 to Troy Gross and Sue (Brandenburg) Gross. Johnie graduated from Garfield Senior High in 1974 and married the love of his life, Pam King, the following year in March of 1975. He spent years...
Kenneth Francis Marcum
May 18, 2022
Kenny Marcum
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Francis Marcum, age 62, of Lebanon, Ohio on May 18th, 2022.
Kenny is survived by his parents, Kenneth, and Patricia Marcum; Sisters, Linda (Alan) Andrews, Debbie (Tom) Schmidt, and Stephanie (Gary) Roberts. His daughters Rachel (Cody) Farris, Elise Smith, and Jessica...
Stanley Martin
May 18, 2022
Stanley Martin, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Stanley was born in Manchester, Kentucky on September 20, 1938 to Mack Martin and Lillie (Proffit) Martin. He moved to Ohio in 1956, and shortly after he met the love of his life, Shirley Abner. The two got married in Liberty, Indiana and were inseparable for...
Danny Joe Carroll
May 17, 2022
Danny Joe Carroll, age 38, of Ross, Ohio, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. He was born in Hamilton Ohio on May 13,1984. Danny was a graduate of Ross High School. Danny was charismatic with a contagious smile that brightened every room he entered. He loved to entertain and could tell a story like no...
Geraldine "Gerri" Bales
May 17, 2022
Geraldine “Gerri” Bales, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Geraldine was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 12, 1934 to the late Bradley and Cora (Downing) Muddiman. Known to many as Gerri, she enjoyed playing cards with her family, solving puzzles, and playing Bingo. She enjoyed hosting Christmas parties and...
Thomas George Kiefer
May 13, 2022
Thomas George Kiefer, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022. Tom was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on February 22, 1945 to Nick Kiefer and Alma (Schibi) Kiefer. He graduated from Roger Bacon High School in 1963 and became a journeyman in carpentry. Tom joined the United States Navy as a Seabee and served two tours...
Jeananne M. Dutze
May 13, 2022
Jeananne M. Dutze, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on May 13, 2022. She was born on December 10, 1944 in Hamilton, OH to Harold T. Dutze and Roberta M. (Simpson) Dutze. Jeananne worked at Ohio Casualty until they closed. She retired from Hamilton City Schools as a Crossing Guard and Kitchen Help.
Jeananne is survived by...
Willie B. Mills
May 12, 2022
Willie B. Mills, age 60 of New Miami, passed away at his home on Thursday, May 12, 2022. Willie was born in Barbourville, Kentucky on March 31, 1962 to James and Edna (Hubbard) Mills. Willie enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors and above all, loved his family and friends.
Willie is survived by his wife of 22 years,...
James Bowling
May 12, 2022
James Joseph “Joe” Bowling, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022. James was born in Hammond, Indiana on November 9, 1958 to Albert Bowling and Carol (Wullenweber) Hubbard. Joe married his high school sweetheart Mary Bowling on October 6, 1978. Joe attended Crossroads Church in Mason. He was passionate doing service work throughout his life,...
Robert Oakley, Ii
May 10, 2022
Robert Franklin Oakley II, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Known to most as Bob, he was born in Scarbro, West Virginia on December 26, 1947 to the late Robert Franklin Oakley, Sr. and Florence M. (Evans) Oakley. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army. Bob will be dearly missed by...