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.
Margaret “Jean” Kerby
Oct 3, 2025
Margaret “Jean” Kerby, age 93 of New Miami, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 3, 2025. Jean was born in Reily Twp, Ohio on July 11, 1932 to James and Phebe (nee Peacock) Kerby. She was the valedictorian of Seven Mile High School and graduated from Fort Wayne Bible College and Miami University. Jean traveled North...
Ronald Leroy Britt
Oct 2, 2025
Ronald Leroy Britt, age 90, passed away peacefully at Westover Retirement Community in Hamilton, OH, on Thursday, October 2, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Ron was born during the Dust Bowl in Abilene, Kansas on March 1, 1935, the son of Elvin and Lona (Conn) Britt. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1958 to 1960. On...
Paula Jean Williams
Sep 30, 2025
Paula Jean Williams, age 59 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 14, 1966 the daughter of Paul E. and Anna J. (Embree) Woods. On May 23, 2007, in Hamilton she married Scottie Williams, and he preceded her in death in 2008.
Paula is survived by two...
Earsel "Jim" Cheek
Oct 2, 2025
Earsel “Jim” Cheek, age 84 of New Miami, passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 2, 2025. He was born in Bailey Switch, Kentucky on June 8, 1941 the son of Chester and Lizzy (Marion) Cheek. Jim was employed in Plant Protection for Champion Paper Company for twenty-seven years, retiring in 1998. He was the Pastor of Hamilton Baptist...
Norma Sue Lunsford
Oct 2, 2025
Norma Sue Lunsford, age 87 of Mason, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Cincinnati Blue Ash on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Norma was born in Laurel County, Kentucky, on June 3, 1938, to Gilbert and Lucy (nee Miller) Combs.
Norma focused her time on creating a home for her family. She loved hosting extended family gatherings and celebrations. Norma also worked...
Dr. James Carroll Haynes, DMin
Oct 3, 2025
James “Jim” C. Haynes, 83, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 3, 2025. He was born on February 16, 1942, to O.F. and Garnet (Woodall) Haynes. After serving in the U.S. Army, Jim met the love of his life, Nancy (Moore), at Frankfort Pilgrim College in Frankfort, Indiana. They were married on May 27, 1967, at the First...
Harold P. Wilburn
Sep 30, 2025
Harold E. Wilburn, age 98 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. He was born in Manchester, Kentucky on June 1, 1927, the son of Matt and Martha (Holland) Wilburn. Harold was a veteran of WWII with the United States Army Air Corps from 1945 to 1947. He was employed as a track inspector for...
Angela Whitlock
Sep 30, 2025
Angela M. Whitlock, age 58 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Hospice of Hamilton surrounded by her family. Angela was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 28, 1967, the daughter of Carol (Ash) Carberry. Angela held several occupations throughout her lifetime, working as a waitress, bartender, various factories, including approximately 16 years at Elra Industries. She...
Nelda S. Ernst
Sep 28, 2025
Nelda S. Ernst, age 82 of Greenville, SC passed away at her residence on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Nelda was a long-time resident of Hamilton, OH from the 1970’s until late 2023. Nelda was born in Washington, IN on April 9, 1943, to Cornelius Arvin and Martha (Strange) Arvin. Nelda graduated from Washington (IN) Catholic High School in 1961. Following...
Geraldine Langdon
Sep 28, 2025
Geraldine A. Langdon, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Geraldine was born in Caribou, Maine on August 22, 1938 to Glenwood Doody and Elanor (McPhee) Doody. She grew up on a potato farm and loved telling stories about her life on the farm. Geraldine enjoyed reading, traveling, cooking, gospel music and going to church. She...
John K. Wayne
Sep 25, 2025
John K. Wayne, age 89, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away peacefully at Hospice of Hamilton on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
John was born on April 13, 1936, in Richwood, West Virginia, to Kelly Wayne and Maudie Grace (Vannoy) Wayne. He graduated from Virginia Tech University and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Army. After his service,...
Nora Hartman
Sep 24, 2025
Nora G. Hartman, age 86 of Hamilton, went to her heavenly home and was reunited with the love of her life, her husband Vernon, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Nora was born in Harlan County, Kentucky on August 5, 1939 to Arnold Angel and Lofamia (Brock) Angel. She loved her family and her dog, Buttons, with a passion. Nora enjoyed...
Lisa Kaye House
Sep 24, 2025
Lisa Kaye House, age 61 of Trenton, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Lisa was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 13, 1964 the daughter of Richard and Carol Lawson. Lisa attended New Miami Schools and graduated from Preble Shawnee in 1981. She worked at Champion Paper Company for many years. On August 20,...
Elmer Lee Scarth
Sep 21, 2025
Elmer Lee Scarth, age 93 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Elmer was born in Hamilton, Ohio on July 21, 1932 to Roy and Lucille (Geisler) Scarth. Elmer was a master brick mason and beloved member of the Hamilton community. Known for his craftsmanship, dedication, and humble spirit, he helped build countless homes...
Jewels Pennington
Sep 20, 2025
Jewels E. Pennington, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Jewels was born in Hazard, Kentucky on August 21, 1947 to Eldon Pennington and Edith (Sturgill) York. He loved the Lord, his family and his precious dog, Angel. Jewels graduated from New Miami High School in 1966 and went on to work at Champion Paper Company...
Nancy Bushman
Sep 15, 2025
Nancy C. Bushman, age 87 of Hamilton, passed away at Central Parke Assisted Living, Mason, on Monday, September 15, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 15, 1938 the daughter of Ernst and Annabelle (Lafann) Horvath. Nancy was a member of St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church. She was employed as an educator for more than forty-five years where...
Arthur Kehr
2025
Arthur Kehr, age 92, died suddenly on September 15, 2025. He was born in Hamilton to the late Carl and Ruth (Yockel) Kehr. He graduated from Fairfield High, class of 1950. Arthur proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, earning the rank of Staff Sergeant after four years of service. After his time in the military, he returned to Hamilton...
Phillip Ray Montgomery Sr.
Sep 14, 2025
Phillip Ray Montgomery Sr., age 82 of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Known to most as Phill, he was born in Brownfield, Texas on January 31, 1943 to the late Claud and Frankie (Sudduth) Montgomery. Phill grew up in the Brownfield area and went on to graduate from Union High School and later from the University of...
Ron Conlin
Sep 13, 2025
Ronald L. Conlin, age 70 of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Known to most as Ron, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 22, 1955 to the late Owen Joseph Conlin and Flossie (Robinson) Conlin. Ron retired from Champion Paper after decades of service. He later went on to work for Performance Honda. Ron coached his...
Samuel "Sammy" Turner
Sep 12, 2025
Samuel “Sammy” Turner, age 71 of Oxford, went on to be with the Lord on Friday, September 12, 2025. Known to most as Sammy, he was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 25, 1954 to Bertha June (Branham) Turner and the late Edward Turner. Sammy graduated from Talawanda High School, class of 1973 and worked for Square D for many...
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