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.

Emily "Lee" Massarelli

Emily "Lee" Massarelli

Jan 11, 2021

Emily Lucille Hogan Massarelli, 85, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on January 11, 2021. She was born July 20, 1935 in Springfield, Ohio, the oldest of two children to Frank and Madeline Hogan.  Her brother is Phil Hogan of Dunnellon, Florida.

Emily graduated in 1953 from Harriet Whitney Vocational Technical High School, Toledo, Ohio.   After graduation Emily...

Alfrieda K. Stafford

Alfrieda K. Stafford

Jan 10, 2021

Alfrieda K. Stafford, 96, passed away in her sleep to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Sunday, Jan. 10 at Woodland Country Manor, Somerville.  She was born on July 14, 1924 in Haverhill, Massachusetts to Julius and Ida Reuter Kritter.

Alfrieda was a veteran of World War II, having served as an Army Nurse...

William Jerry Ellison Iii

William Jerry Ellison Iii

Jan 8, 2021

William Jerry Ellison III, age 43 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. Jerry was born in Oxford, Ohio on February 2, 1977 to William Jerry and Rosa (nee Thompson) Ellison. Jerry graduated from Fairfield High School in 1995. He worked as a machinist for 20 years. Jerry had a passion for music, enjoyed reading and above...

Donald "Don" Koenig

Donald "Don" Koenig

Jan 6, 2021

Donald “Don” Koenig, age 89 of Seven Mile, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Don was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 2, 1931 to Frank Koenig and Juliana Fodor Koenig. He was a graduate of Hamilton Township High School and the Ohio State University with a degree in agriculture. Don served in the United...

Rev. Earl C. Harmon

Rev. Earl C. Harmon

Jan 5, 2021

Rev. Earl C Harmon, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place in Hamilton on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 – four days shy of his 94 th birthday.

Earl was born in Flemingsburg, Kentucky to Clarence and Nellie (Colliver) Harmon on January 9, 1927. He married Wilma Florence Mason on July 7, 1953 in Liberty, Indiana....

Roscoe Rucker

Roscoe Rucker

Jan 5, 2021

Roscoe Rucker, age 81 of Somerville, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Roscoe was born in Berea, Kentucky on January 1, 1940 to Herbert and Ina Rucker. Roscoe served in the United States Army. He retired from AK Steel after many years of service.

Roscoe is survived by his wife, Sue Rucker; his boys, Terry, James...

Mattie Brackett

Mattie Brackett

Jan 4, 2021

Mattie  Brackett, age 96 of Trenton, went on to be with the Lord at Arlington Pointe on Monday, January 4, 2021. Mattie was born in Manchester, Kentucky on May 9, 1924 to the late Jay and Nevada (Ball) Murray.

Mattie will be reunited in heaven with her husband, Neal Brackett, as well as her parents, and her...

Jeremy Daniel Flaker

Jeremy Daniel Flaker

Jan 3, 2021

Jeremy Daniel Flaker, age 36, of Cincinnati, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 in Bradenton, Florida. On March 5, 1984 he was born to Cindy Ferry and Ric Flaker. Jeremy attended Northwest High School then graduated from Fairfield High School Class of 2002. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, where he served for 11...

Vimlaben Shah

Vimlaben Shah

Jan 2, 2021

It is with tremendous sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of Vimlaben Shah (“Baa”), our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Baa left this Earth peacefully on January 2nd, 2021. She had recently been diagnosed with Coronavirus. She passed at home surrounded by her loved ones.

Vimlaben was born in Kanajari, Godhra District,...

Florena R, Payne

Florena R, Payne

2021

Florena R. Payne, age 76 of Trenton, went home to be with Lord, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, October 23, 2021.  She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 20, 1945 the daughter of Chesley and Ethel Riley.  On December 16, 1971 in Hamilton she married the love of her life, Paul Payne and he preceded her in...

David W. Mays

David W. Mays

2021

David W. Mays, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Mercy Hospital Fairfield on Friday, September 24, 2021.  He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 30, 1948 the son of Ellis and Eva (Smith) Mays.  David was a veteran of Vietnam form 1965 to 1968 with the United States Navy.  On October 6, 1984, he married Darlene Vollet....

Jeffrey Scott Lane

Jeffrey Scott Lane

2021

Jeffrey Scott Lane, age 57 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Thursday, September 23, 2021. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 8, 1963 the son of Joe and Esther Lane.

Jeffrey is survived by three daughters, Brandi Lane, Destiny (Kenneth) Raybourne, and Sheena Thompson; two stepdaughters, Danielle Beaver and Samantha Harrison;...

James N. Keller

James N. Keller

2021

James N. Keller, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, April 10, 2021. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio to John and Fern (Geisler) Keller.  He was married for 61 years to Phyllis (Owen) Keller. He worked 32 years at Cincinnati Bell and was a jack of all trades after his retirement.  James enjoyed...

Francene Reynolds

Francene Reynolds

Jan 1, 2021

Francene Reynolds, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Friday, January 1, 2021. Francene was born in Oneida, Kentucky on May 28, 1945 to Ford and Georgia Dixie (nee Roberts) Madden. On July 2, 1965 she married Harold “Jack” Reynolds. Francene enjoyed collecting antiques, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She was a member...

Golden Brock

Golden Brock

Dec 31, 2020

Golden M. Brock, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away with his family by his side at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Thursday, December 31, 2020. Golden was born in Crab Orchard, Kentucky on February 11, 1941 to the late Mack and Elizabeth (Miller) Brock.  Golden married the love of his life, Martha Baker, on July 1, 1960 in Hamilton. Golden...

Paul A. Umbstead

Paul A. Umbstead

Dec 31, 2020

Paul A. Umbstead, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati--Blue Ash on Thursday, December 31, 2020. Paul was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 12, 1928 to Raleigh Umbstead and Olivia (Toney) Umbstead. He retired as a Manager of Engineering at Mosler Safe Company.  He served as a Merchant Marine from 1944- 1946, and then as...

Josephine Francis Houk

Josephine Francis Houk

Dec 28, 2020

Josephine Francis Houk, age 97 of Hamilton, passed away at Bradford Place on Monday, December 28, 2020. Josephine was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 7, 1923 to Albert K. Roth Sr. and Francis Brauback Roth.

Josephine is survived by her sons John R. (Joann) Houk and James A. (Donna) Houk; 6 granchildren and 6 great granchildren....

Robert Mcbee

Robert Mcbee

Dec 27, 2020

Robert McBee, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020.  He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 29, 1951 the son of Junior Tip and Cledia (Ledford) McBee.  Robert was employed at Ringel’s Furniture for twenty-seven years.  He was a devoted NASCAR fan and enjoyed working on and restoring classic cars.

Robert is...

Marian I. Nelson

Marian I. Nelson

Dec 27, 2020

Marian I. Nelson, age 90, died on Dec. 27th at Woodland Country Manor.  She was born on March 26, 1930, in Hamilton, OH, the daughter of David F. and Emeline Lewis.  Marian graduated from Hamilton High School in 1948 and attended The Ohio State University.  In 1951 she married Dr. Richard L. Nelson.  They resided most of their married...

Mary Lou Hurst

Mary Lou Hurst

Dec 25, 2020

Hurst, Mary Louise, age 79, of Hamilton, was called home early Christmas morning after a sudden illness. Mary Lou was born July 25, 1941, in London, Kentucky, the daughter of Willie and Martha (House) Bowling. She graduated from Hamilton High School. She married John Hurst on October 17, 1959. She was baptized in the 1970s by her Father, a...

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