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.
Karen L. (Zoz) Petree
May 1, 2022
Karen Louise Petree nee Zoz, age 56 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Karen was born in Boone County, Kentucky on October 9, 1965 to William Zoz and Vivian L. Howard. Karen was a long time employee of 30 years at Frisch’s, West Hamilton. She frequented the Towne Pub in Hamilton and enjoyed going to Miami...
Roberta Loretta Herr
May 1, 2022
Roberta Loretta Herr, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Roberta was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 4, 1953 to Robert Lierer and Helen (Watt) Lierer. On April 16, 1969 in Hamilton, she married Jack Herr. Roberta worked for 23 years at Rieman and Arzman Drywall. She was a faithful visitor...
Patrick Henry Clay Brandenburg
May 1, 2022
Patrick Henry Clay Brandenburg, age 48 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, May 1, 2022. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 5, 1973 to Royce and Sharon (Howell) Brandenburg.
Patrick is survived by three children, Coree Brandenburg, Cameron (Samantha Metz) Brandenburg, and Brady Brandenburg; his mother, Sharon Brandenburg; two grandsons; three siblings,...
Clyde R. Patrick
Apr 30, 2022
Clyde Randall Patrick was born on November 7, 1943. The 9th child of Nora Hammons-Patrick and Chester Patrick. He was born in a family home on Star Hill in Hamilton Ohio. Later moving with family to Farm in Reily Ohio where he was proud of his perfect attendance for 10 years out of 12, being captain of the basketball...
David Wayne Hammons
Apr 30, 2022
David Wayne Hammons, age 42 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, April 30, 2022. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 10, 1980 to Dean and Wanda (Bowlin) Hammons.
David is survived by two children, Ethan Walls and Haylie Hammons; devoted fiance, Tawnya Morales; one brother, Dean Hammons of Tennessee; and numerous other...
Millard R. Chansler Sr.
Apr 29, 2022
Millard R. Chansler Sr., age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, April 29, 2022. Millard was born in Liberty, Kentucky on February 22, 1950 to William C. Chansler and Susie Mae (Godbey) Chansler. Ray worked at Rumpke for 45 years until his retirement. Ray's favorite part of the day was driving to the cemetery three...
Oliver E. (Earl) Pence Jr.
Apr 29, 2022
Oliver E. Pence Jr., “Earl”, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at West Chester Hospital on Friday, April 29, 2022. Earl was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 21, 1945 to Oliver Earl Pence Sr. and Bertha (Thompson) Pence. Earl graduated from Ross High School class of ’63. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War...
Andrew Eldon Martin Purdy
Apr 28, 2022
Andrew Eldon Martin Purdy, age 42 of Seven Mile, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Known to most as Andy, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 10, 1979 to Kenneth Eldon Purdy and the late Phyllis Elaine (Saylor) Purdy. Andy was an amazingly talented artist and graphic designer. He was also a gifted writer and poet....
Barbara J. Hounchell
Apr 25, 2022
Barbara J. Hounchell, age 84 of Middletown, passed away at Hospice of Butler & Warren Counties surrounded by her loving family on Monday, April 25, 2022. She fought the good fight of faith and finished her race on this earth. (2Timothy 4:7) Barbara was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 28, 1937 to Clarence Bertsch and Grace (Watkins) Bertsch. ...
Daniel M. Needham
Apr 25, 2022
Daniel M. Needham, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022. Daniel was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on July 6, 1948 to Edward Needham and Lois (Gibson) Needham. He graduated from Hamilton High School and joined the military, serving in Vietnam. Daniel was a devoted lifetime member of the Monkey Mutual Aid Society. He was a...
John Harry Stephenson
Apr 22, 2022
John Harry Stephenson, age 74 of Waynesville, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022. John was born in West Chester, Ohio on August 24, 1947 to the late Joseph and Hazel (Schwing) Stephenson. John graduated from Lakota High School and attended Miami University. John worked at Complete Pet Mart and later worked for Specks in Indiana. John was known...
Charles W. Smith
Apr 20, 2022
Charles Wayne Smith, age 73 of Connersville, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Charles was born in Patterson, Ohio on December 12, 1948 to Charles William Smith and Arzella Babb Smith. He graduated from Fairfield High School in 1966 and went on to marry Peggy Ann Murrell on March 18, 1971. He made his career on the CXS...
Leah R. Whitmore
Apr 20, 2022
Leah R. Whitmore, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 28, 1936 the daughter of Charles and Helen (True) Payne. Leah served her community for forty years as a school bus driver for New Miami Schools.
Leah is survived by her...
Paul R. Goos
Apr 19, 2022
Once upon a time Paul Goos was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Robert and Imogene (Scofield) Goos on July 1, 1946. Paul graduated from Talawanda High School in 1964 and (by the skin of his teeth) was a graduate of Parsons College.
Paul’s grandfather (Lyle Scofield) started L.E. Scofield Window and Door (in 1946, 1947 or 1948...
Alice V. Hartmann
Apr 18, 2022
Alice Virginia (Combs) Hartmann, born on March 16th 1928, went to be with her heavenly family on April 18th 2022. She had just celebrated her 94th birthday. She was the beautiful daughter of the late Lillie E. Laws and Obal Combs. She was one of 8 children (4 boys & 4 girls). Widow of Vern Ashton Hartmann. Alice Graduated...
Terry James Angel
Apr 18, 2022
Terry James Angel, age 48 of Fairfield Township, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022. Terry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 8, 1974 to Gary Wayne Angel and Peggy Ann Cunagin-Angel. Terry enjoyed watching NASCAR and NCAA basketball. When he wasn’t watching TV, he loved driving through the country, windows down and radio up in any one...
Sharie Lea Sexton
Apr 18, 2022
Sharie Lea Sexton, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Monday, April 18, 2022. Private services will be held by the family. Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Donna Lynn Kiser
Apr 17, 2022
Donna Lynn Kiser, age 70 of Monroe, passed away at her residence on Sunday, April 17, 2022. Donna was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 14, 1951 to Donald Jackson and Barbara Christine (Gann) Bertram. Donna was a hairdresser for many years at Chris’ Cut and Curl before she became and prospered as a real estate agent at Star...
Alfred C. Molter
Apr 17, 2022
Alfred C. Molter, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2022. Alfred was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on September 2, 1944 to the late Chester and Hazel Fern (Liming) Molter. Alfred was a 1962 graduate of Taft High School and attended the University of Cincinnati for drafting & design. He worked for Mosler Safe before he...
Brian I. Morro
Apr 15, 2022
Brian I. Morro, age 63 of West Chester, passed away at West Chester Hospital on Friday, April 15, 2022. Brian was born in Kansas City, Missouri on July 13, 1958 to Michael J. Morro and Frances (D'Agate) Morro. On July 25, 1998, in Orlando, FL, he married Laurie Trunzo. Brian in his younger years enjoyed racing cars and working...


