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.
Rose Ann Reynolds
Apr 30, 2021
Rose Ann (nee Bridgeford) Reynolds, age 81 of Fairfield, passed away on Friday, April 30, 2021. Rose was born in Franklin Co, Indiana on September 22, 1939 to Rawn and Thelma (nee Patterson) Bridgeford. She attended Fairfield High School. In 1956, she married Bobby Reynolds.
Rose is survived by her husband of 64 years, Bobby Reynolds; her...
Clyde William Mays
Apr 29, 2021
Clyde William Mays, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 29, 2021. Willie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 23, 1945 to Clyde B. and Hazel (nee Retherford) Mays. Willie graduated from Taft High School Class of 1963. On June 18, 1965, he married Wanda Faye Grant, who preceded him in death on March 17,...
James Edward Haehnle
Apr 28, 2021
James Edward Haehnle, age 64 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 10, 1956 the son of Christian and Armeda (Supe) Haehnle.
He is survived by his mother, Armeda Haehnle; two sisters, Penny (Ronald) Scott and Sharon (Earl) Stang; grandson, Anthony Joseph; and...
Johnny Ray Couch
Apr 25, 2021
Johnny Ray Couch, age 40 of Trenton, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021. He was born in Hamilton on May 9, 1980 to Johnny Couch and Denita Caudill. Johnny loved music and singing and enjoyed karaoke.
Johnny is survived by three children, Mikahla Coulter, Gage Cummins, and Madison Couch; six siblings, Jason Caudill, Stacey (Tim) Hurst,...
John H. Mersmann
Apr 23, 2021
John H. Mersmann, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Friday, April 23, 2021. John was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 30, 1951 to Bernard L. and Ruth (nee Engelhardt) Mersmann.
John is survived by Robin Falkner; his sons, Eric (Jessica Schulte) Mersmann and Andrew (Nicole) Mersmann; his grandchildren, Odessa, Augustus, Penelope...
Rosemary Hanson
Apr 23, 2021
Rosemary Hanson, age 91 of Hamilton, formerly of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away at her residence on Friday, April 23, 2021. She was born in Head of Grassy, Kentucky on September 19, 1929 the daughter of Willard and Florence (Pendergast) Bloomfield. She was employed at the American Council of the Blind in Knoxville, Tennessee, retiring in 2009.
Rosemary...
Larry Jacobs
Apr 22, 2021
Larry left his life’s journey on April 22, 2021. Larry will be remembered as “the life of the party.” He had many friends he would spend time with. He is survived by his daughter, Amanda (Kurtis) Jacobs and her two children, Connor and Allie; step-daughter Sylvia (Tommy) Taylor and her children, T.J., Alexia, Emily, Hailey & Madison; step-daughter Crystal...
Mary "Skeeter" Frederick-Meyer
Apr 22, 2021
Mary “Skeeter” Frederick - Meyer, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at Golden Years Nursing Home on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Mary was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 28, 1947 to Elbert J. Stewart and Ardella Steele Stewart. Skeeter was a member of the High Street Baptist Church, Hamilton Ohio. She was master doll maker, makeup artist for...
Paul Lunsford
Apr 22, 2021
Paul Lunsford, age 83 of Mason, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Cincinnati on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Paul was born in Manchester, Kentucky on January 19, 1938 to Will and Mae Lunsford. Paul chose the construction industry as his life’s work and built many bridges, roadways and parks during his lifetime. He was the owner of Paul Lunsford...
John F. Delong
Apr 20, 2021
John F. DeLong, age 87 of Fairfield, passed away at Residence on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. John was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 17, 1934 to Walter DeLong and Irene Eckstein DeLong. John graduated from Ross High School in 1952. He married Gwendolyn Williams June 19, 1954 in Hamilton Ohio. John was employed as a pipe fitter for...
Richard Joseph Lintner
Apr 19, 2021
Richard Joseph Lintner, age 90 of Seven Mile, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Monday, April 19, 2021. Richard was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 7, 1931 to the late Leroy and Josephine (Nistler) Lintner. Richard served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, serving aboard the U.S.S. Briareus (AR-12). After serving his country, he returned...
James Keith Stout
Apr 18, 2021
James Keith Stout, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2021. James was born on October 4, 1949 to Joel and Sadie Stout.
He is survived by his wife, Amy Stout; his children, Sean Stout, Tonya (James) Justice and Renee (Fernando) Salazar; his grandchildren, Paige, Kasey, Nicholas, Nicole, Jayden, Robbie and Sierra; his great-grandchildren,...
Cinda Null
Apr 18, 2021
Cinda Sue Null, age 70 of Liberty, Indiana passed away at her home, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, April 18, 2021. Cinda was born in Beavercreek, Ohio on July 19, 1950 to the late Carl and Unaus (Bryant) Hounshell. Cinda enjoyed crafting, mainly sewing and making seasonal decorations around the home. Cinda was a homemaker in every...
Paul F. Jewett
Apr 17, 2021
Paul F. Jewett, age 37 of Hamilton, passed away at Christ Hospital on April 17 th , 2021, surrounded by his family and friends. Paul was born in Des Plaines, Illinois on July 21, 1983. Before anything Paul was a family man, He loved spending time with his wife and children. He was very involved in his community and...
Phyllis Rose Barnes
Apr 17, 2021
Phyllis R. Barnes of Hamilton, Ohio passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati on Saturday, April 17, 2021 after a long illness. She was born in Yancy, Kentucky on April 17, 1943 to Cecil and Edith (Shepherd) Boyd. She married the love of her life, Ronald D. Barnes, on February 8, 1960. Together they had two sons, Ricky Barnes and...
Roy E. Hulsey Sr.
Apr 16, 2021
Roy E. Hulsey Sr., age 75 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, April 16, 2021. Roy was born in Alva, Kentucky, on March 8, 1946. Roy was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby and Frances (Galloway) Hulsey; his son, Roy Hulsey, Jr.; and his nephew, Marcel Bourassa, Jr. Roy was a retiree for the Talawanda School District, where...
Leland Earl Wombles
Apr 15, 2021
Leland Earl Wombles, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Majestic Care of Middletown on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Earl was born in Corbin, Kentucky on June 12, 1934 to Delmar Wombles and Bertha (Smallwood) Wombles. Earl was an Assistant Pastor at Browns Chapel in Hamilton for 20 years, and Pastor for 17 years. He was a member of...
Melissa Yauger
Apr 14, 2021
Melissa Yauger, age 52 of Fairfield, passed away at Mercy Hospital-Fairfield on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Melissa was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 12, 1968 to Anita (Eubanks) and the late Dennis W. Clemmons. Known to most as Missy, she was very active with her kid’s competitive dance team, Reflexions Dance Arts, where she served on different committees....
Richard Dwayne Campbell
Apr 14, 2021
Richard Dwayne Campbell, age 51 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Richard was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 17, 1970 to Kenneth Campbell and Judith (Allen) Campbell. Richard loved the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Richard is survived by his son, Taylor Campbell; his siblings, Katina (David)...
Jerry Fisher
Apr 12, 2021
Jerry Fisher, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. Jerry was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 14, 1939 to the late Warren and Mable (Withrow) Fisher. Jerry was the owner of Five Points Barber Shop for over 30 years. When he wasn’t cutting hair, he enjoyed golfing and playing cards. Jerry owned horses for...


