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.

Jimmy W. Tatum

Jimmy W. Tatum

Dec 21, 2020

Jimmy W. Tatum, age 71 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Monday, December 21, 2020. Jimmy was born in Richmond, Kentucky on February 26, 1949 to Boyd James and Betty (nee Nunn) Tatum. Jimmy served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. On June 6, 1970, he married the love of his life, Elsie Clemmons....

Mary K. Mardis

Mary K. Mardis

Dec 20, 2020

Mary K. Mardis, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Mary was born in Nicholasville, Kentucky on July 11, 1932 to William Larkin Fain and Ollie Josephine (Stipes) Fain, and also raised by her step father Hershel Johns.  Mary loved gardening, cooking, and loved spending time with her family and friends.  On...

James E. Reynolds

James E. Reynolds

Dec 19, 2020

James E. Reynolds, age 63 of Ross, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2020. James was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 25, 1957 to Edward E. Reynolds and Dixie M. Miller Reynolds. James was a member of the Fellowship Christian Center and enjoyed his work for the Lord. He was known as the...

Mary M. (Wagner)  Renneker

Mary M. (Wagner) Renneker

Dec 17, 2020

Mary M. Renneker, age 95 of Cincinnati, passed away at Maple Knoll Village on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Mary was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on May 14, 1925 to Raymond and Irene Wagner. Mary, an amazing mother, and matriarch of three generations, earned her spot in heaven. Mary was undeterred by obstacles. She did the Alaska Highway twice, the...

Michael W. Gibson

Michael W. Gibson

Dec 16, 2020

Michael W. Gibson, age 67 of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at UC West Chester Hospital. He was born on July, 19, 1953 in Hamilton, Ohio: the son of Millard and Lucy (Goins) Gibson. Michael graduated from Garfield High School in 1971.

He was a hard worker and worked many years to provide...

Milford Barger

Milford Barger

Dec 16, 2020

Milford Barger, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati--Blue Ash on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Milford was born in Saul, Kentucky on October 29, 1934 to Algan Barger and Elizabeth (McIntosh) Noble.  He worked at Ford Motor Company for over 23 years as a Machinist, and owned various businesses over the years.  Milford liked riding his...

George Barrett

George Barrett

Dec 16, 2020

George Barrett, age 82 of Hamilton, Ohio went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. George was born in Powell County, Kentucky on December 16, 1938 to the late Gilbert and Emma (McComb) Barrett.

George, or known as “G.B.” to most, was well-known for his gardening talents, having grown tomatoes and other vegetables...

Billie Marie Peters

Billie Marie Peters

Dec 16, 2020

Billie Marie Peters, age 77 of Hamilton, Ohio, was called from her beautiful residence to be home with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on August 19, 1943 the daughter of William George and Edith Mae (Dillard) Kellerhals.  At the age of four, Billie moved to Hamilton with her mother...

Phyllis Pawlowsky

Phyllis Pawlowsky

Dec 14, 2020

Phyllis Pawlowsky “PK”, age 91 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 14, 2020. Phyllis was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 8, 1929 to Louis Kelley and Marie Houser Kelley.

Phyllis is survived by her children, Linda (Les) Goins and Robert P. Pawlowsky; brother, Dale (Claudia) Kelley; niece, Melinda (the late,...

Richard L. Nelson

Richard L. Nelson

Dec 14, 2020

Richard L. Nelson, Professor Emeritus, died at the age of 92 on December 14, 2020 at Woodland Country Manor.

He was born April 11, 1928, in Richmond, IN, to Leslie Wayne and Emma Elizabeth Nelson.  The family moved to Hamilton, OH when Dick was age nine.  He graduated from Hamilton High School in 1946, received Bachelor and...

Louise North

Louise North

Dec 14, 2020

Louise North, age 72 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Monday, December 14, 2020.  She was born in Onieda, Kentucky on November 8, 1948 the daughter of Charlie and Tommie (Robinson) Sandlin.  Louise was a member of Eaton Road Church of God.  She loved spending time with her family, friends, and church family.

Louise is...

Philip Charles Benes

Philip Charles Benes

Dec 14, 2020

Philip Charles Benes, age 65 of Hanover Township, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Monday, December 14, 2020. Philip was born in Hinsdale, Illinois on February 24, 1955 to Charles Henry Benes and Florence Ludwiga Dvorak Benes.

Phil was the Director of Technology and Product Development of Nease Company. He was an American Cichid Association (ACA)...

Arnold "Arnie" Thompson

Arnold "Arnie" Thompson

Dec 14, 2020

Arnold “Arnie” Thompson, age 82 of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020. Arnie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 19, 1938 to the late Steve and Alice (Morgan) Thompson. Arnie retired from Champion International Paper after over 40 years of service. Arnie was a life-long bowler, from his beginnings as a pin setter to competing in...

Rita M. Brockman

Rita M. Brockman

Dec 14, 2020

Rita “Ronnie” Brockman, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Christ Hospital on Monday, December 14, 2020. Rita was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 10, 1932 to James and Matilda (nee Sauer) Hurley. On February 9, 1952 she married the love of her life, Warren Brockman, in Lawrenceburg, IN. Rita was a member of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church....

Donna Jean Schroder

Donna Jean Schroder

Dec 14, 2020

Donna Jean Schroder, age 85 of Liberty Twp., passed away at her residence on Monday, December 14, 2020. Donna was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 22, 1935 to William H. Colgate and Dorothy (Seabold) Colgate.

Donna is survived by her children, Gary (Phyllis) Schroder, Beverly (Gene Gibson) Schroder, David (Lisa) Schroder; her grandchildren, Mark, Jason, Nancy...

James "Jim" Bishop

James "Jim" Bishop

Dec 12, 2020

James “Jim” Bishop, age 88 of Hamilton, passed away at Heritage Springs Nursing Home on Saturday, December 12, 2020.  He was born in Morrow, Ohio on May 1, 1932 the son of Floyd and Nettie (South) Bishop.  Jim was a veteran of the Korean War with the United States Army from 1952 to 1954.  On July 19, 1958, he...

Thomas Edison Smith Sr.

Thomas Edison Smith Sr.

Dec 12, 2020

Thomas Edison Smith Sr., age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Saturday, December 12, 2020. Thomas was born in Manchester, Kentucky on March 26, 1942 to Noah Smith and Hazel (Smallwood) Smith.

Thomas is survived by his children, Theresa Smith and  Thomas Smith Jr; his grandchildren, Tiffany Lawrence,  Thomas Edison Franklin Smith Jr, Jonathan...

Shirley A. Mcdonald

Shirley A. Mcdonald

Dec 10, 2020

Shirley A. McDonald, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Shirley was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 19, 1939 to the late Ray and Geraldine (Trumbo) Hurst. Shirley married Eddie “Mick” F. McDonald, Jr. on November 2, 1957. Shirley was a loving, devoted wife and mother. After her children graduated from school, she went...

Wilma F. Harmon

Wilma F. Harmon

Dec 10, 2020

Wilma F. Harmon, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice Cincinnati Blue Ash on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Wilma was born in Maysville, Kentucky on October 5, 1934 to Harold Mason and Lula Strode Mason.

Wilma is survived by her husband of 67 years, Earl Harmon; daughter, Jessemyn Sue (Michael) Burns; son, Raymond Harmon; grandchildren, Gregory...

Jack R. Hoaglan, Sr.

Jack R. Hoaglan, Sr.

Dec 9, 2020

Jack R. Hoaglan, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at Ft. Hamilton Hospital on Wednesday, December 9, 2020.  He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 24, 1947 to Harry and Mildred (Clark) Hoaglan.  Jack was a veteran of the United States Navy from 1963 to 1967.  On June 9, 1967 in Indianapolis he married Janet Day.

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