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.
Clement Anthony Pater III
Aug 18, 2025
Clement Anthony Pater III, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, in Portland, Tennessee. A proud lifelong resident of Hamilton, Ohio, Clement spent his final seven months in Tennessee surrounded by the love and care of his son, Matthew; daughter-in-law, Julie; former wife, Bonnie Siemens; former daughter-in-law, Amy Pater; and granddaughter, Cassidy. Born on October 5, 1942, in...
David Eugene Russell
Aug 30, 2025
David Eugene Russell, age 95 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Gene was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 13, 1929 to Rufus and Helen (nee Brehm) Russell. On September 23, 1950, he married Ada Kochendarfer, who preceded him in death in 1957. On February 14, 1958, he married Fay Collett, who preceded...
Johnny Mills
Sep 1, 2025
Johnny Mills, age 71 of Camden, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025. Johnny was born in Barboursville, Kentucky on May 16, 1954 to James Mills and Edna (Hubbard) Mills. He retired from Tube City IMS out of Local 18 Operating Engineer Union Hall as a crane operator after more than 30 years. Johnny was an avid fisherman, hunter, and...
Elmer "Frank" Adams
Aug 26, 2025
Elmer Franklin “Frank” Adams, 65, of Fairfield, OH passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
He was born on May 3, 1960, in Fairfield, OH, the son of the late Elmer Robinson Adams and Pauline (Mullins) Adams.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Holstein) Adams; son, Nicholas Franklin Adams; daughter, Ashley Ann Adams; grandson, Spencer Adams; brother, Paul Brian Adams (Samantha);...
Paul G. Barnhill
Aug 29, 2025
Paul G. Barnhill, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025. Paul was born in Whitley Co., Kentucky on August 18, 1938 to Earl and NanaLee Barnhill. Paul retired from General Motors after 26 years of service. He was a member of First Methodist Church of Dunnellon, Florida. Paul was a devoted husband, loving father of four...
Debra Mae Tate
Aug 23, 2025
Debra Mae Tate, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was born in Duval County, Florida on March 15, 1956 to Michael E. Luisi and Patricia (Bray) Luisi.
Debra was known for a smile that could light up a room and her ability to talk and make friends with anyone anywhere. She made...
Teenie Andrew Smith
Aug 22, 2025
Viola “Teenie” Andrew Smith, age 92 of Oxford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Friday, August 22, 2025. Known to most as Teenie, she was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 6, 1933 to the late James and Mabel (Garrett) Andrew. Teenie graduated from Stewart Public School in Oxford, class of 1951. Teenie married Robert H. Smith on...
Jencia Fay Russell
Aug 22, 2025
Jencia Fay Russell, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Friday, August 22, 2025. Fay was born in Scott Co., Virginia on February 17, 1939 to Clyde and Nancy (nee Begley) Collett. On February 14, 1958, she married the love of her life, Gene Russell. Together they had seven daughters, eleven grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren and seven...
Michael Daniels
Aug 17, 2025
Michael T. Daniels, age 79 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Michael was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 3, 1946 to Luther Daniels and Mary (Gabbard) Daniels. He loved working on his antique cars with his brother, spending time with his family and grandchildren, and watching old movies. Michael also enjoyed making homemade biscuits from his...
Dale E. Hively
Aug 16, 2025
Dale E. Hively, age 90 of Hamilton, passed away at Wellspring Nursing Home on Saturday, August 16, 2025. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 7, 1935 the son of Clarence and Charlotte "Lottie" (Wynn) Hively. Dale was employed as a Quality Inspector for Champion Paper Company and retired after more than forty years of service.
Dale is survived by...
Virginia Hall
Aug 15, 2025
Virginia Hall, known fondly as Ginny, made the journey home early Friday morning, August 15, 2025. Born September 29, 1945, Ginny was the youngest child of Claude and Edith (Merritt) Haynes. She spent her early childhood with her siblings at her birthplace near Somerset, Kentucky. This is where her deep family bonds were forged, never to be broken. Ginny was...
Edward "Gene" Proffitt
Aug 15, 2025
Edward E. “Gene” Proffitt, age 85 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. Gene was born in London, Kentucky on May 8, 1940 to George “Ed” Proffitt and Grace (Hammons) Huff. In 1977 he married the love of his life, Joyce Brummett. Gene loved fishing, camping and travelling with his family. He enjoyed checkers, cornhole, and playing with...
Christine Wagonfield
Aug 13, 2025
Christine Wagonfield of Fairfield, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Christine leaves behind her beloved daughters, Barbara and Jacquie (Steve); grandchildren, Steve (Desirée) and Megan (Danny); great grandchildren, Steven, Katelynn and Brooklynn, along with many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Theresa DeLorenzo; her loving husband, Charles; a sister...
Steve Isaac, Jr.
Aug 12, 2025
Steve Isaac Jr., age 72 of New Miami, passed away at Laurels of Hamilton on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. He was born in Globe, Arizona on May 27, 1953 the son of Steve Sr. and Dorothy Cleo (Wyatt) Isaac.
Steve is survived by two children, Tim (Matrie) Isaac and Kayla (Jaclynn) Isaac, six grandchildren, Timothy, Trey, Maddie, Aiden, Braeleigh, and Teagan;...
Charles R. Caudill III
Aug 12, 2025
Charles R. Caudill III, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Known to most as Charlie, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on January 9, 1948 to the late Mary Louise (Hazlett) and Charles R. Caudill Jr. Charlie worked for Champion Paper for over 40 years. Charlie was also a proud volunteer firefighter & EMT, serving...
Grace Grimes
Aug 12, 2025
Grace Grimes, age 92 of Hamilton, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Grace was born in Winchester, Kentucky on April 27, 1933 to Robert and Emma Hatton. She retired in 1996, after a dedicated 26-year career at Ohio Casualty. Upon retirement, Grace embraced what she considered her most cherished role- caring for her grandchildren. For the...
Shari Hazelwood
Aug 11, 2025
Shari L. Hazelwood, age 63 of Somerville, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. Shari was born in Hamilton, Ohio on November 21, 1961 to Charles Sandlin and Opal (Ledford) Sandlin. She graduated from Edgewood High School in 1979 and attended Southern Ohio College where she obtained her business degree. Shari “SweetHostage” and Brian “TaterChipper” met via CB Radio...
Steven D. Gay
Aug 10, 2025
Steven Donovan Gay, age 69 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Steven was born in Richmond, Indiana on August 14, 1955 to Steve Gay Jr. and Marjorie (Schlofner) Mishos.
Steven is survived by his wife of 52 years, Donna Gay; his children, Jamie (Amy) Orion and Angela Gay; his grandchildren, Danielle, Landon and Micah; his...
Jean Dolores Wright
Aug 10, 2025
Jean Dolores Wright 90, of Hanover Township, passed into life eternal August 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born May 26, 1935 in Hamilton, Ohio to Zelma Pearl Glardon and raised by her mother and devoted grandparents Grace and Glenn Butterfield. She was a lifelong resident of Butler County. On June 26, 1954, she joined hands and hearts eternally...
Barbara Ann Day
Aug 7, 2025
Barbara Ann (Richardson) Day, age 84 of Oxford, passed away peacefully at Woodland Country Manor in Somerville, Ohio on Thursday, August 7, 2025, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Barbara was born on March 8, 1941, to Carrice Richardson and Madeline (Thomas) Richardson in Irvine, Kentucky. Her family moved to Hamilton to find work. She was a 1959 graduate of...
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