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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Linda Jo Needham
Dec 25, 2020
Linda Jo Needham, age 44 of Hamilton, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Friday, December 25, 2020. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 25, 1976 the daughter of Joel Jr. and Roxanne (Burnett) Payne. Linda was employed as a STNA for numerous years. On June 16, 2001 she married Troy Needham. Linda started and was the...
J.C. Miller
Dec 24, 2020
J.C. Miller, age 79 of Fairfield Township, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Thursday, December 24, 2020. J.C. was born in Berea, Kentucky on June 12, 1941 to Luther Miller and Lou Etta (Spears) Miller. In 1947, his family moved to Ohio, where he attended Fairfield City Schools. On March 7, 1959, he married Patty Saylor. Soon...
Leon Keen, Jr.
Dec 23, 2020
Leon Keen Jr., age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020. Leon was born in Richmond, Kentucky on March 1, 1950 to the late Leon and Aileen (Johnson) Keen. As the owner of Keen Excavating, he left his mark on many of Cincinnati’s iconic landmarks. Leon worked hard and played even harder. He enjoyed karaoke and...
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