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.
Martha "Marty" Brown
Nov 15, 2021
Martha “Marty” Brown, age 100 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021. Martha was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 12, 1921 to the late John and Lena Clyde (Eads) Sapp. Known to most as Marty, she was a life-long member of the Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed volunteering and sharing her faith. She enjoyed walking,...
Phyllis J. Isaacs
Nov 15, 2021
Phyllis J. Isaacs, age 75 of Liberty Township, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021. Phyllis was born in Harlan, Kentucky on September 27, 1946 to James H. and Margaret (nee Jones) Lewis. On September 12, 1964 she married the love of her life, Bill Isaacs.
Phyllis is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bill Isaacs;...
Erica Renee Iceman
Nov 15, 2021
Erica Renee Iceman, age 38 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, November 15, 2021. Erica was born in Oxford, Ohio on November 7, 1983 to Curt Fields and Diane (nee Wombles) Sanders. On March 26, 2005, Erica married her high school sweetheart, Jason Iceman. She attended Talawanda High School. Erica was a dedicated mom and...
Mark Alan Parsley
Nov 15, 2021
Mark Alan Parsley, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Monday, November 15, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 28, 1960 the son of Clarence and Alfreda (Mays) Parsley. On October 17, 1980 in Trenton, Ohio he married Cheryl Langdon. Mark was employed with ODOT for thirty-three years, retiring in 2014 and...
Ina Mae Hannahs
Nov 14, 2021
Ina Mae Hannahs, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Ina was born in Cranden, Wisconsin on September 9, 1934 to Frank and Louise Thornbury. In December of 1954, she married the love of her life, Rex Hannahs. Ina obtained her Master’s Degree in History from The Ohio State University. Ina...
William "Bill" E. Smith
Nov 13, 2021
William “Bill” E. Smith, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Bill was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 2, 1928 to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Baber) Smith. Bill proudly served his country in WWII by enlisting in the U.S. Army. During his time in the service, he met the love of his life,...
Donna Jean Barich
Nov 13, 2021
Donna Jean Barich, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square Nursing Home on Saturday, November 13, 2021. She was born in Sykesville, Pennsylvania on February 12, 1933 to Alphonse DeChurch and Olga (Fedeli) DeChurch. Donna was employed as a microbiologist for Proctor and Gamble for numerous years and for husband, Dr. Louis Barich for numerous years as...
Helen B. Rains
Nov 13, 2021
Helen B. Rains, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, November 13, 2021. Helen was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 4, 1938 to Henry and Martha (Lipphardt) Besanceney. Helen graduated from Hamilton High School in 1956. She was a telephone operator, and worked at Fairfield Deli for many years. On October 5, 1957 at...
James "Jimbo" E. Phelps
Nov 12, 2021
James “Jimbo” E. Phelps, age 52 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, November 12, 2021. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 14, 1969 to Mary Smith. On May 2, 1992 in Oxford, he married his best friend Holly Jackson. They shared their lives together for over 30 years. They had two sons James...
Vernon E. Robinson
Nov 11, 2021
Vernon E. Robinson, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Vernon was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 18, 1936 to Lincoln Robinson and Margaret (Lear) Robinson. Vernon worked at Southwestern Ohio Steel for many years. On July 5, 1969 in Hamilton, he married Viola D. Gaines. Vernon attended the New Harvest...
James T. Borup
Nov 10, 2021
James T. Borup, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. James was born in Lexington, Kentucky on May 12, 1946 to James T. Borup Sr. and Louise (Steiger) Mitchell.
James had many names, The Preacher, Preacher Man, Rev. Jimmy Borup, Jim, Dad, and Papaw. Jimmy was an army Veteran...
Laymon Burns
Nov 9, 2021
Laymon Thomas Burns, age 58 of Fairfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. He was born in Springdale, Ohio on February 22, 1963 to Laymon Burns and Lois Knox Holland. He loved to play golf and watch sports, especially baseball. Laymon was a system analyst for several companies until he became ill.
Laymon is survived by...
Douglas D. Goins
Nov 8, 2021
Douglas D. Goins, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, November 8, 2021. Doug was born in El Paso, Texas on January 28, 1943 to the late Carson and Pansy (Baker) Goins. Doug enjoyed sports and was a dedicated Browns fan. He also enjoyed fishing in Wisconsin and keeping up with the pool for...
Robert "Bobby" Strong
Nov 7, 2021
Robert “Bobby” Strong, age 44 of Hamilton, passed away at University of Cincinnati on Sunday, November 7, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 15, 1977 the son of Hobert and Betty (Settle) Strong. Bobby was a self-employed subcontractor for BBRents for numerous years. He loved spending time with family, especially the holidays and enjoyed bowling and...
Judy Ann Gooder
Nov 7, 2021
Judy Ann Gooder, age 65 of Hamilton, passed away at Cleveland Clinic on Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was born in Hamilton County, Ohio on December 4, 1955. Judy was a homemaker and was lucky enough to stay home and raise her children. Judy was a character and she loved playing jokes on her family. She loved playing bingo...
Effie M. Petree
Nov 6, 2021
Effie M. Petree, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Effie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 18, 1941 to the late Newell Joseph and Janie Marie (Little) Jones.
Effie is survived by her children, Anthony Joseph Jones, Jamie Petree, and John Petree; her grandchildren, Melissa Massey, John...
Donald Ray Roark, Ii
Nov 6, 2021
Donald Ray Roark II, age 50 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Donnie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 30, 1970 to Donald Roark and the late Deborah (Lunsford) Bowling. Donnie enjoyed the outdoors, from camping to hunting and fishing. He loved throwing darts and playing pool, especially when he was...
Alan G. Edds
Nov 6, 2021
Alan G. Edds, age 49 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Alan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 1, 1972 to Arnold F. Edds and Judith (Thomas) Edds.
Alan is survived by his mother, Judith Edds; his siblings, Barbara Terry, Michael Edds, and Rhonda Edds; one uncle, Milford Edds;...
David C. Trimmer
Nov 5, 2021
David C. Trimmer age 80, passed peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2021, surrounded by the ones he loved.
David was born, March 11, 1941, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of Charles Trimmer and Jane (Dawson) Trimmer.
He grew up with his lifelong buddies in the Armondale neighborhood. They shared a priceless childhood including paper routes, ...
Carolyn Odell Montgomery
Nov 5, 2021
Carolyn Odell Montgomery, age 78, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 5, 2021, in Cincinnati, Ohio, surrounded by her family, who love her more than words can say. Carolyn was born July 10, 1943, in Pampa, Texas, to Tracy & Leta Cary. She graduated in 1961 from Brownfield High School in Brownfield, Texas. She...


