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.
Gary Dittman
Dec 14, 2021
Gary Dittman, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Gary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 13, 1943 to Elmer and Rosalia Heinrich Dittman. On December 28, 1968, he married Kathleen Howard in St. Ann’s Catholic Church. Gary served in the Army National Guard. He retired from Mosler Safe Company after...
Brian Adams
Dec 14, 2021
Brian Adams, age 25 of Hamilton, passed away at Private Residence on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Brian was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 30, 1996 to Michael Carter and Marla (Seeley) Adams. Brian was an avid Cincinnati Bengals fan, and everyone is welcome to wear Bengals attire to the funeral services. Brian is survived by his mother and...
Phyllis Lenora Williams
Dec 14, 2021
Phyllis Lenora Williams, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Phyllis was born in Sand Gap, Kentucky on April 7, 1941 to Leonard and Gladys (nee Mays) Abrams. On May 14, 1960, she married James L. Williams in Hamilton, Ohio. Phyllis was a devoted housewife and mother, not only to her...
Mark Montgomery Hoskins
Dec 13, 2021
Mark, age 59, passed away in his Fairfield Township home on Monday, December 13th, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 5, 1962, the son of Eugene Hoskins and Phoebe June (Seal) Hoskins, both of whom preceded him in death.
Mark was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He is survived by many...
Carolyn Sue Farrier
Dec 12, 2021
Carolyn Sue Farrier, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Carolyn was born in Piqua, Ohio on December 9, 1946 to Walter William Edwards Jr. and Marie Lavonn (Taylor) Edwards. Carolyn worked at the Airport in food service for several years.
Carolyn is survived by her son, Anthony...
Helen J. Click
Dec 11, 2021
Helen Joyce Click, age 79 of College Corner, passed away at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Helen was born in Oxford, Ohio on July 10, 1942 to Robert Lester and Lou "Shorty" (nee Hampton) Smith.
Helen is survived by her son, Michael (Sharon) Chewning; her grandchildren, Danica Chewning, Allison Shepperd and Michael S....
Shirley Ann Mackey
Dec 11, 2021
Shirley Ann Mackey, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, December 11, 2021. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 25, 1941 the daughter of Virgil and Mildred (Fuller) Long. On September 5, 1958 in Hamilton, Ohio, she married Joseph A. Mackey and he preceded her in death in 2008. Shirley really enjoyed cooking...
Virginia K. Dutze
Dec 10, 2021
Virginia Kay (Neal) Dutze, age 80, of Hamilton, OH, on December 10, 2021, went to Heaven to spend Christmas with Jesus. She was born on July 1, 1941 in Middletown, OH, to Wilson C. Neal and Mary L. (Jennens) Neal. Virginia was married to Ronald G. Dutze on November 10, 1962. She is survived by her children, Robert “Wob” (Kim)...
Charles Dale Schweizer
Dec 10, 2021
Charles Dale Schweizer, age 87, slipped quietly into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Woodland Country Manor, surrounded by his family. Charlie was born in Richmond, IN on April 19, 1934, to the late Charles A. and Erma (Phenis) Schweizer. He was a 1952 graduate of Richmond High School, attended Earlham College,...
Guy "Ricky" Richard Perry
Dec 9, 2021
Guy “Ricky” Richard Perry, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 after a lengthy illness. Ricky was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 14, 1957 to the late Oliver H. and Eleanor (Gabbard) Perry. He enjoyed singing and riding motorcycles. Above all, Ricky loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Ricky is survived by...
Sandra J. Metzler
Dec 7, 2021
Sandra J. Metzler (Fowler) joined her beloved husband David Metzler, Sr., in Heaven on December 7, 2021. She was born on Sept. 7, 1939, in Hamilton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Maymie Fowler, and her husband David. She is survived by her children, Maribeth (Shari Thornton) and David (April), her grandchildren Joseph (Maggie) and...
Corbett Noble
Dec 6, 2021
Corbett Noble, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, December 6, 2021. He was born in Vest, Kentucky on January 11, 1941 the son of Bent and Perlecy (Combest) Noble. Corbett was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Army from 1963 to 1965. He was employed in the Maintenance Department in the...
Geraldine Settles
Dec 5, 2021
Geraldine Settles, 81, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 5, 2021.
She was born in Sandgap, Kentucky to the late Jesse James Durham and the late Margaret Ellen (Smith) Durham on September 9, 1940.
On June 28, 1975 she married the late Robert Settles Sr. in Hamilton, Ohio.
Geraldine...
Janet S. Blevins
Dec 4, 2021
Janet Sue Blevins, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Janet was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 3, 1949 to William O. Chasteen and Bertha (Messer) Chasteen. Janet was an active member of the Church of the Living God in Castine, OH. She worked as the Head Teller at First...
Noah F. Woolum
Dec 3, 2021
Noah F. Woolum, age 78 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 3, 2021. Noah was born in Knox County, Kentucky on May 3, 1943 to William and Ophia (nee Bingham) Woolum. Noah was a proud American who volunteered to serve in the United States Marine Corp in 1963. He was honorably discharged on...
Earl J. Raleigh
Dec 3, 2021
Earl J. Raleigh, age 76 of Trenton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, December 3, 2021. Earl was born in Ashley, Illinois on March 15, 1945 to the late Willard and Fern (Bolt) Raleigh. Earl proudly served in the U.S. Army. After his time in the service, he worked for various companies,...
Peggie Sue (Harper) Young
Dec 3, 2021
Peggie Sue Harper Young, age 82 of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Center on Friday, December 3, 2021. Peggie was born in Epps, Louisiana on December 8, 1938, the daughter of Lawrence and Rachel Stewart Harper. On August 17 th she celebrated 64 years of marriage to Jerry Ray Young. She faithfully served in ministry with...
Keith Brian Howard
Dec 1, 2021
Keith Brian Howard, age 58 of Fairfield, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Keith was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 14, 1963 to the late Robert and Mary (nee Hueslmann) Howard. Keith graduated from Ross High School and went on to attend Miami University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in History. He...

Curtis Inman
Nov 30, 2021
Curtis Inman, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Curtis was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 6, 1949 to Grant Inman and Onalee Holden Bowling.
Curt is survived by his children Kelli (Tony) Duffy, Kurt (Amanda) Inman, and Kris Inman; his grandchildren: Alivia (Avery) Randle, Tate Garbison, Natas Inman,...
Bobby Ray Ramey
Nov 30, 2021
Bobby Ray Ramey, age 87 of West Chester, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Bobby was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on February 18, 1934 to Jay C. Ramey and Farrell (Pelfrey) Ramey.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Dolly M. Ramey; his children, Robby Ramey, Carolyn (Peter) Rocchio, Donna Bowden, Brett...