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.
Bob M. "Pap" Stewart
Nov 4, 2021
Bob M. “Pap” Stewart, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, November 4, 2021. He was born in Willard, Kentucky on September 17, 1936 the son of Mathias and Ambia Stewart. Bob served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1958. On April 1, 1960 in Hamilton he married Faye Richardson. He was employed...
John H. Reagan
Nov 2, 2021
John H. Reagan, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at 7:30pm. John was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 19th, 1938 to Harold Reagan and Dorthea (Staples) Reagan. John and his wife Peggy had a loving marriage of 54 years. He was a graduate of Hamilton High School class of 1956. ...
Henry "Hank" Cepluch
Nov 1, 2021
Henry "Hank" Cepluch, educator, actor, director, citizen took his final bow on Monday, November 1, 2021 at Hospice of Hamilton. He was born in Hamilton on March 8, 1943, the first child of Henry and Mary Rose (Burer) Cepluch. He was preceded in death by his sister Mary Lou and his parents. He leaves his friend and companion of...
Joy C. Smith-Creech
Nov 1, 2021
Joy C. Smith-Creech, age 80 of Fairfield Twp., went to see our Lord and Savior on November 1st, 2021, at Mercy West Hospital following a heart procedure. Joy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 2, 1940 to Ralph Edward Schlabach and Alice Louise (Muthert) Schlabach.
Joy married James L. Smith on Nov. 9th, 1968, had 3...
Donald E. Bussell
Oct 29, 2021
Donald E. Bussell, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021. He was born in Maysville, Kentucky on June 25, 1934 to the late Elmer and Carrie (Morgan) Bussell. He was a proud graduate of Orangeburg (KY) High School, Class of 1952. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He married the love of his life,...
Donald D. Richards
Oct 28, 2021
Donald D. Richards, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 28, 2021. He was born in Jackson, Ohio on March 5, 1940 to Harold T. and Goldie (Schroder) Richards. Donald was a veteran of the United States Army from 1962 to 1965 and a veteran of the Ohio National Guard from 1965 to 1970. ...
Arthur Lee Kincaid
Oct 28, 2021
Arthur Lee Kincaid, at the age of 76, ended his earthly race and made it home to meet his Lord and Savior face to face at 9:45am on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Arthur Lee was born June 16, 1945, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Verna Rae (Carey) and Arthur C. Kincaid. Arthur Lee was a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served...
Patsy J. Kincaid
Oct 27, 2021
Patsy J. Kincaid, age 81 of Springfield, passed away at Wooded Glen Health Campus on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Patsy was born in Louisville, Kentucky on June 26, 1940 to Arthur Kincaid and Verna Rae (Carey) Kincaid. Patsy was very driven, tenacious, and hardworking which helped her achieve high levels of recognition during her career. In 1968 she started...
Josh D. Young
Oct 25, 2021
Josh D. Young, age 51 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda Butler Hospital on Monday, October 25, 2021. Josh was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 10, 1970 to Wesley Young and Linda (Decker) Beardsley. He worked at SES as a Supervisor for over 12 years. Josh loved baking and spending time with family and friends.
Josh...
Melinda Kaye "Nina" Barger
Oct 21, 2021
Melinda Kaye “Nina” Barger, age 63 and a lifelong resident of Hamilton passed away at her residence on Thursday, October 21, 2021. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 5, 1958 the daughter of Roland K. and Janet (Young) Barger. Melinda graduated from Garfield High School in 1976. She was employed as a judicial assistant for Butler County...
Stacy Sloan
Oct 20, 2021
Stacy G. Sloan, age 36 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. Stacy was born in Kennesaw, Georgia on September 12, 1985 to the late Jack Jr. and Carol Ann (Kearns) Sloan. He will be remembered for being a caring, kindhearted man that would go out of his way to help. Stacy enjoyed catfishing and watching football....
Millie Ann Rooks
Oct 20, 2021
Millie Ann Rooks, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 14, 1926 the daughter of Bethel and Nancy (McQueen) Winkler. On April 9, 1946, she married William R. Rooks and he preceded her in death in 1989. She was a devoted Christian and...
Carlos Burns
Oct 19, 2021
Carlos Wayne Burns, age 45 of Liberty Township, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. Carlos was born in Apopka, Florida on September 11, 1976 to Bethel (McKinney) Burns and the late David Burns. Carlos attended Butler Tech and graduated from the Automotive Mechanics program. He worked as a mechanic for many years. In his free time, Carlos enjoyed...
Rick Richardson
Oct 18, 2021
Rick “Hippy” Richardson, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. Rick was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 17, 1957 to the late Jimmy Earl and Lucy Bell (Smith) Richardson. Rick worked for General Motors and went on to train as truck driver. He had a passion for driving, both professionally and his motorcycle. He...
Robert Kyde
Oct 18, 2021
It is with deep regret and true sadness in our hearts that we report the death of Robert Kyde, age 48, of Fairfield, Ohio. He tested positive for COVID-19 on October 14, 2021 and passed 4 days later on October 18, 2021. Robert is the Son of O. Kathryn (Skirvin) and Paul Robert Kyde of Fairfield Township, Ohio. He...
Nathan A. Ragan
Oct 18, 2021
Nathan A. Ragan, age 46 of Hamilton, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Monday, October 18, 2021. Nathan was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 10, 1975 to Gene Ragan and Charlotte (Blevins) Ragan. Nathan worked at Wendy’s for over 25 years. He loved music and going to concerts, and enjoyed his guitar collection. Nathan and his...
Charlotte J. Ragan
Oct 18, 2021
Charlotte J. Ragan, age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, October 18, 2021. Charlotte was born in Irvine, Kentucky on May 29, 1941 to Joe Blevins and Lucy (Chamberlin) Blevins.
Charlotte is survived by two children, Jim (Kathy) Asher and Vicky (Jeff) Carter; nine grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and two brothers, Roger...
Darryl Gene Patrick Sr.
Oct 17, 2021
Darryl Gene Patrick Sr., age 76 of Cincinnati, passed away at Mercy Hospital--Fairfield on Sunday, October 17, 2021. Darryl was born on July 15, 1945. He was the beloved husband to late wife Linda Patrick. He is survived by his sister, Sylvia Anne (Patrick) McDonald; his children: Darryl Gene Patrick Jr., Darla Patrick (Carter), Daniel Patrick and stepson Christopher...
Donna Jean Sorrell
Oct 17, 2021
Donna Jean Sorrell, age 84 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 17, 2021. She was born in Ironton, Ohio on May 2, 1937 the daughter of Roland and Clara (Sands) Dailey. Donna was a graduate of Hamilton High School. In 1955 she married her high school sweetheart, Glenn Sorrell and he preceded her...
William "Achie" Isaacs
Oct 16, 2021
William "Achie" Isaacs, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, October 16, 2021. He was born in McKee, Kentucky on January 20, 1947 the son of Owen and Myrtle (Sandlin) Isaacs. On June 30, 1995 he married Norma J. Sapp and she preceded him death on April 13, 2016. Bill was a member of...


