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.
Douglas Roland Berlepsch
Jun 30, 2021
Douglas Roland Berlepsch, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Doug was born in Middlesex, Connecticut on April 19, 1949 to Frederick and Elizabeth (nee Usher) Berlepsch. Doug served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He worked at GE for many years. Doug enjoyed fishing and riding...
Howard L. Stanifer
Jun 28, 2021
Howard L. Stanifer passed from this life into the next on June 28, 2021, at the age of 78. He was born on January 2, 1943, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late John and Myrtle Stanifer and remained a lifelong resident.
Howard is survived by his wife of 46 years, Fredetta Stanifer (nee Smith); his 4 children,...
Geraldine Philpot
Jun 26, 2021
Geraldine Philpot, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Geraldine was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 29, 1941 to the late Pearl Evert and Lena Mae (Knisley) Robinette. Known to most as Jerry or Mamie, she enjoyed watching TV and spending time with her grandchildren.
Geraldine is survived by her daughters, Penny...
Granville Vernon "Doc" Turner
Jun 25, 2021
Granville Vernon "Doc" Turner, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, June 25, 2021. Doc was born in Hazard, Kentucky on June 12, 1938 to John and Matilda Turner. Upon his graduation of high school, Doc enlisted in the United States Navy. He was stationed all over the world during his 23 years in the...
Treasa Elaine Roark
Jun 24, 2021
Treasa Elaine Roark, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021. Treasa was born in Belle Fourche, South Dakota on August 25, 1956 to the late Frank and Mildred (Metz) Nistler. On June 4, 1983, she married her soulmate, Gary. Treasa loved spending time with her family especially her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. She loved reading,...
Paul Joseph Schlembach
Jun 23, 2021
Paul Joseph Schlembach, 61 of Hamilton, passed away on June 23, 2021. Paul was born on September 16, 1959 to Josephine and the late Gottfried Schlembach. He attended Ross High School and graduated from Taft High School, Class of 1978. Paul went on to train as a Millwright and became a member of Carpenter’s Local 1066.
Paul...
Aaron Eisenberg
Jun 23, 2021
Aaron Eisenberg, age 32 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. Aaron was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 10, 1988 to Roger Fox Jr. and Rebecca Hardie. Aaron loved to please people, to Aaron their happiness was more important, it was until he met his wife Caitlynn that he could finally have someone return the...
Dustin B. Lindner
Jun 22, 2021
Dustin B. Lindner, age 35 of Georgetown, KY passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Dustin was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on August 4, 1985 to Clifford M. Lindner Jr. and Sherry Hall Carberry. His greatest joy in life was his children, and his motorcycle. He loved all of his brothers, and was his brother’s keeper. His greatest loss...
Anetta Grubbs
Jun 21, 2021
Anetta Grubbs, age 60 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021. Anetta was born on August 20, 1960 to the late Joel Sr. and Orvida (Arvin) Payne. She worked as an STNA for many years. Anetta enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her grandchildren.
Anetta will be dearly missed by her loving husband, Bill...
Thomas Lee Porrazzo
Jun 20, 2021
Thomas Lee Porrazzo “Grape” age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Sunday, June 20, 2021. Tom was born in Lackawanna, NY on July 30, 1950. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Porrazzo (1999) and Mildred (McDonald) Porrazzo (2001). He is survived by his son Michael Porrazzo, daughter Stephanie Porrazzo and 10 grandchildren,...
Jane Elizabeth Mckeel
Jun 20, 2021
Jane Elizabeth McKeel, age 78 of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 20, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 28, 1943 the daughter of William R. and Bernadette (Weigand) Pater. On October 15, 1966 in Hamilton she married Mike McKeel who preceded her death in 2010. Jane was an avid...
Gilbert G. Rose
Jun 20, 2021
Gilbert G. Rose, age 73 of Oxford, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021. Gil was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 29, 1948 to Gilbert and Alma (nee Wessels) Rose. On November 29, 2019, he married Fran Stamper after 13 years together. Gil owned and operated Estep and Rose Concrete Construction for 40 years.
Gil is...
Donna J. Gabbard
Jun 19, 2021
Donna Gabbard, passed away peacefully, at Mercy South Hospital in Fairfield, Ohio on Saturday, June 19, 2021. Donna was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 7, 1956 to Earl and Nina Smith. She graduated from Madison High School. Donna married her husband Earl Gabbard on March 21, 1975. Her hobbies included crafting and gardening.
Donna is survived...
Michael Wayne Hicks
Jun 17, 2021
Michael Wayne Hicks, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. Mike was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 10, 1962 to Samuel Hicks and Mazlene (Jordan) Hicks. Mike was employed at Marcell’s Towing Service for over 30 years. He always worked to provide for his family. He enjoyed going fishing,...
Mary K. Wesley
Jun 17, 2021
Mary K. Wesley, age 84 of Fairfield, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, June 17, 2021. Mary was born in Burr, Kentucky on October 4, 1936 to Brightie Morris and Becky (Turner) Morris.
Mary is survived by her children, Debbie (Mike) Bishop, Belinda Reeder, and Timothy Sergent; her four grandchildren; her 8 great grandchildren; and...
James R. Metcalf
Jun 17, 2021
James “Jim” Metcalf, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda Butler Hospital on Thursday, June 17, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 9, 1956 the son of Paul and Leila (Robbins) Metcalf. On October 19, 2007 in Hamilton he married Lorri Sheffstall. Jim was employed as a truck driver for Schneider and ABF Trucking for...
Joseph Manuel Lairson
Jun 17, 2021
Joseph Manuel Lairson, age 63 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021. Joseph was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 13, 1958 to Gertrud and Manuel Lairson. Known to most as Joe, he attended New Miami schools and later joined the U.S. Army. After his time in the service, he worked various jobs until he found his...
Hugh Douglas Mullins
Jun 16, 2021
Hugh Douglas Mullins, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Huntington Court on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. Doug was born in Livingston, Kentucky on January 6, 1943 to Wilmer and Ivas (nee Gabbard) Mullins. Doug was a New Miami High School graduate class of 1961. He went on to serve in the United States Army, being deployed to Vietnam....
Betty C. Terrill
Jun 15, 2021
Betty C. Terrill, age 76 of Hamilton, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. Betty was born in Middletown, Ohio on March 19, 1945 to the late Edgar and Ruby (Brock) Bowling. Betty was a vivacious, loving friend to everyone she met. She leaves behind a very large family with whom she...
Linda Lou Stewart
Jun 14, 2021
Linda Lou Stewart, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021. Linda was born in Birch Lick, Kentucky on June 16, 1942 to Leonard and Lula (nee Johnson) Hurst. She met her husband, Walter Stewart, her hunk of burning love, when she was 14 and married on June 16, 1960 on her 18 th birthday. Linda...


