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.
Hazel Marie Spencer Walker
Jan 23, 2026
With grateful hearts and gentle sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved sister, aunt, mother and grandmother and faithful servant of Jesus Christ. After a long life marked by love, humility and unwavering faith, she has gone home to be with her Lord. Hazel Marie Walker,
Marie was born on June 15,1935 to Haskell Mills Sr. and Lula (Bowling) Mills...
Ethel M. Ridner
Jan 22, 2026
Ethel M. Ridner, born on May 12, 1941, in Butler County, Ohio, passed away on January 22, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert L. Ridner. She is survived by her children Sandy Flannery, Bill (Ronda) Croucher, Sheila Croucher, and Floyd (Dawn) Croucher. Ethel took immense pride and found joy in the accomplishments and happiness of her...
Patricia Lois Johnston
Jan 27, 2026
Patricia was a gentle and kind soul and this world was blessed by the gift of her life. Although Patricia was differently abled than many others, having been born with both developmental and physical disabilities, she exemplified what it meant to be a person who overcame and survived, well passed when many would have thought possible. Patricia had a precious...
Samuel Douglas Welch Sr.
Jan 19, 2026
Samuel Douglas Welch Sr.
1942-03-16 – 2026-01-19
“"Like A bird singing in the rain let grateful memories survive" Robert Lewis Stevenson”
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Samuel Douglas Welch Sr., born on March 16, 1942, in Hamilton, Ohio, peacefully passed away on
January 19, 2026. He was the cherished son of Jerry Welch Sr. and Jessie Mae (Cook). Sam's journey
through life was marked by his dedication to...
Myra Jean Flick
Jan 18, 2026
Myra Jean Flick, age 102, of Fairfield, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Myra was born in Hamiton, Ohio on June 21, 1923 to John and Louise Ewen. On September 28, 1940, she married the love of her life, Howard R. Flick. She was employed for a while at Ohio Casualty as a file clerk. Myra...
Joan L. Stevens
Jan 17, 2026
Joan Louise Stevens, age 81 of Hamilton, passed away at Woodlands of Hamilton on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Joan was born in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky on March 25, 1944 to Arnold and Berna Goebel. On April 25, 1964, she married Ronald Stevens in Cincinnati. Joan dedicated her life to raising her three children and caring for countless critters. She enjoyed...
James Joseph Roll
Jan 15, 2026
James J. Roll, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Glen Meadows Nursing Home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Jim was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 3, 1947 to Lester and Mary Roll. He was an avid train collector, built model trains & railroads, and was an amateur ham radio operator.
Jim is survived by his wife of 31 years,...
Marilyn L. Hingsbergen
Jan 12, 2026
Marilyn L. Hingsbergen, age 92 of Hamilton, OH, passed away at Enclave of Springboro on Monday, January 12, 2026. Marilyn was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 6, 1933, to Merle Helvey and Evelyn (Brown) Helvey. She was a 1951 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Hamilton, OH. On June 19, 1954, in Hamilton, she married Melvin Hingsbergen, and...
Edythe M. Wyatt
Jan 11, 2026
Edythe M. Wyatt , age 85 of Hamilton, passed away at Bethesda North Hospital on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Edythe was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 23, 1940 to Lee Opal Jamison and Ethel (Youngman) Jamison. Edythe is survived by her sister Lois Secrest and her many nieces and nephews: Peggy Jones; Mary Mayes; Andrew Secrest; Christina Trent; Christopher...
Edna Warner
Jan 9, 2026
Edna Warner, age 87 of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on May 21, 1938, to Loyd Furmon and Ethel (Ponder) Furmon. Edna later moved to Hamilton, Ohio, where she graduated from Hanover and built a life rooted in family, faith, and service to others.
Edna was a devoted and loving...
Ricky Brown
Jan 9, 2026
Ricky Brown, age 66 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Friday, January 9, 2026. He was born in London, Kentucky on July 22, 1959 the son of James Lowell Sr. and Ruby Mae (Johnson) Brown. Ricky was employed in the maintenance department at Miami University for more than twenty years.
Ricky is survived by two siblings, Robin (Curt)...
Debra "Debbie" Lynn Brown
Jan 8, 2026
Debra Lynn (Debbie) Brown, age 69, of Hamilton, Ohio, walked confidently into the arms of Jesus in the early morning hours of January 8, 2026. Never could there be someone more jubilant in receiving her eternal healing and being surrounded by God’s peace, love, and light.
Debbie was born in Hamilton, Ohio, March 6, 1956, to Darrell G. Brown, Sr., and...
Elizabeth J. Patrick
Jan 8, 2026
Elizabeth J. Patrick, age 86, of Hamilton passed away at Liberty Station Health Campus on January 8, 2026. Betty was born in Hamilton, OH, on June 10, 1939, to Clarence and Frances E. (Taylor) Baker.
On January 19, 1957, she married Samuel Patrick Sr. in Hamilton and he preceded her in death on September of 2015. Elizabeth retired from Hamilton City...
Bonnie Dean Callahan
Jan 6, 2026
Bonnie Dean Callahan, age 77 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 1, 1948 the son of Bonnie W. and Sadie (Allen) Callahan. Bonnie Dean was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Ohio Operating Engineers Union Local 18 District 4 for more than fifty years. He...
Jason Tracy Scott
Jan 6, 2026
Jason Tracy Scott, age 51 of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Jason was born in Lima, Ohio on August 22, 1974 to Dennis Lynn and Rebecca Jeanne (nee Tracy) Scott. Jason graduated from Elida High School in 1992 and went on to attend the University of Cincinnati. On May 10, 2003, he married his truest partner, Yvette...
Timothy H. Mullen
Jan 4, 2026
Timothy H. Mullen age 70 of Scipio, OH, passed away Sunday January 4th, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Tim was born May 27th, 1955, in Hamilton, Ohio to Harry and Irma (Gilbert) Mullen. Tim attended Reily School and then graduated from Talawanda High School in 1973, where he was a member of the Talawanda FFA chapter.
Tim took...
Carol A. Carberry
Jan 2, 2026
Carol A. Carberry, age 83 of Hamilton, passed away at Birchwood Care Center on Friday, January 2, 2026. Carol was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 13, 1942 to Clarence and Helen (nee Wolf) Ash. Carol retired from C & S Distributors after 30 years of service.
Carol is survived by her son, James R. (Clara Hubbard) Brown; her sister, Helen...
Elveda Faye Pitts
Jan 1, 2026
Elveda Faye Pitts, age 59 of Fairfield, passed away at UC West Chester Hospital on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Elveda was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 6, 1966 to Phil and Melvia Jean (nee Kidd) Davidson. She graduated from New Miami High School. Elveda started working for Defense Contract Management Agency in Evendale, Ohio in 1986. She was a...
Dwight W. Edwards
Dec 29, 2025
Dwight W. Edwards was born on July 29, 1938, and went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2025. He resided in Winter Haven, Florida, and in recent years also lived in Liberty Township, Ohio, where he passed away.
Born in Wylie, Texas, to W.A. and Oleta Edwards, Dwight was raised in a home marked by a deep love for...
Rebecca Louise O'Hara
Dec 28, 2025
Rebecca Louise O'Hara, age 75 of Hamilton, passed away at Berkeley Square Nursing Home on Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on August 23, 1950 the daughter of Arthur C. and Verna Rae (Carey) Kincaid.
Rebecca graduated from Garfield High School in 1968. Her first job was working at Sisters of Mercy Province Data Center alongside her...


