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.
Thelma Jane Fledderman
Oct 26, 2026
Thelma Jane Fledderman, age 86 of West Chester, passed away at Hospice of Cincinnati on Monday, October 26, 2026. Thelma was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 22, 1940 to Vernon Franklin and Sarah Stella (nee McGuire) Allen. In 1983, Thelma married the love of her life, Hank Fledderman. Together they enjoyed 43 years of marriage. She worked at General...
Richard David Bonapfel
Oct 16, 2026
Richard David Bonapfel, of Hamilton, Ohio, suddenly passed away October 16th, 2026, at the age of 53. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and the lasting impact he made on the lives of family, friends, and everyone who knew him. Born on May 27th, 1973, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Rich dedicated his life to being a father, grandfather, and...
William F. Boyd Jr.
Oct 26, 2026
William Frank Boyd Jr., age 80 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Monday, October 26, 2026. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on October 22, 1946 the son of William Sr. and Mary Helen (Wolpert) Boyd. Bill was a veteran of Vietnam with the United States Navy from 1966 to 1970. He was employed by the Internal Revenue...
Donald R. Elam
Oct 23, 2026
Donald R. Elam, age 74 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Friday, October 23, 2026. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 24, 1952 the son of John and Patricia (Baecker) Elam. Donald was a member of the Rusty Nail house band Browne Road. He was employed as an over-the-road truckdriver for about thirty years. On September...
Wilma "Peg" Haker
Oct 28, 2026
Wilma L. "Peg" Haker, age 98, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at Berkeley Square in Hamilton, Ohio. Wilma was born to Martin Schramn and Mattie Glenn (Shipp) Heinzelman on August 16, 1928. Wilma graduated from Seven Mile High School, class of 1946. She was active in the orchestra, and was the pianist for all school musical activities. On...
Roy E. Proffitt
Oct 27, 2026
Roy E. Proffitt, age 83 of Fairfield, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Roy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on March 19, 1943 to George and Ellen (nee Sergent) Proffitt. Roy proudly served in the United States Army. He retired from Mosler Safe Company after 27 years of service.
Roy is survived by his son, David...
Maria Ann Mesler
Oct 24, 2026
Maria Ann Mesler, age 61 of Hamilton, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Saturday, October 24, 2026. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on May 5, 1965, the daughter of James K. And Jeanette K. (Conrad) Cooley.
Maria is survived by her husband, Mike Mesler; two children, Brittni Meyer and Josh (Allannah) Meyer; four grandchildren, Lexi, Gage, and Stella Meyer...
Violet May Suit
Oct 12, 2026
Violet M. Suit, age 99, went peacefully home to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 12 surrounded by her loving children. Born in Bright, Indiana, Vi lived in Cleves and North Bend before moving to Oxford in 1967 and working in Miami University’s Bursar and then payroll office, from which she retired.
Vi’s faith, love and creativity touched people of...
Gary D. Trudel
Oct 22, 2026
Gary D. Trudel, age 86 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 22, 2026. He was born in Pembina, North Dakota on October 16, 1940 the son of Francis and Tyyne (Kirppu) Trudel. On April 26, 1964, He married Donna M. Maybury and she preceded him in death in 2023. Gary was employed as an engineer at...
Kelly Ann Shumaker
Oct 15, 2026
Born in Orange, California, Kelly Ann passed away in her home in Jurupa Valley, Ca from natural causes and is survived by Mother Joyce Ann Cardey (Messer), Father James Cardey, Sister Brenda (Cardey) DeVito, (Mike DeVito) Eagle Idaho, brother David Cardey (Danita Cardey) Riverside, Ca and 3 nephews Dominic DeVito US Navy, Charleston, SC, Anthony DeVito Eagle, Id and Drake...
Tyler (Ty) Allen Wilson
Oct 9, 2026
Tyler Allen Wilson February 25, 1994 – October 9, 2026 Tyler Allen Wilson, affectionately known as Ty, passed away on October 9, 2026, at the age of 32. Ty was a devoted husband, loving father, beloved son, loyal friend, and hardworking blue-collar man whose infectious smile could light up any room. Always willing to lend a helping hand, he never...
Kathleen "Kathy" Fields
Oct 22, 2026
Kathleen "Kathy" Fields, age 76 of Hamilton, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Kathy was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 28, 1950 to Roscoe and Clara Lewis. On November 18, 1967 she married the love of her life, Johnny Fields. She was a wonderful wife, loving mother to her four sons and adoring Mimi to her grandkids and...
Jeanette Stepp
Oct 22, 2026
Jeanette D Stepp, age 90, passed away on October 22, 2026, in Hamilton, OH. She was born on September 17, 1936 in Irvin, Kentucky to John and Mamie (Turner) Durham. Jeanette was employed as a nursing assistant at Fort Hamilton Hospital for 16 years until her retirement in 1997.
She is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Randy) Coffey; her sons, Steven,...
Joann Gail Spencer
Oct 20, 2026
Joann Gail (Corson) Spencer, age 85, passed away at Ohio's Hospice of Butler and Warren Counties on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Joann was born in Okeana, Ohio on March 5, 1941 to Marshall E. Corson and Millicent Irene (Brown) Corson. Joann was an avid reader, and could be seen reading her favorite novels regularly.
She is survived by her loving husband,...
David Richard Pater
Oct 20, 2026
David Richard Pater was born on February 20, 1955, and resided in Hamilton, Ohio, where he passed away at his residence on October 20, 2026.
David was the beloved son of Anna Mae and John Pater, a cherished father, and a loving grandpa.
He is remembered by his daughter, Amber Craft, his four grandchildren, who all loved him very much, and his...
Nola Jane Kerr
Oct 20, 2026
Nola Jane Kerr, age 94 of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at Woodland Country Manor on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Nola was born in Williamsburg, Kentucky on August 26, 1932 to Archie and Ulricika (nee Reeves) Hill. She loved camping at Lake Cumberland with her husband and family. She enjoyed her church and her church family. She was a member of...
Gartha J. Webb
Oct 18, 2026
Gartha J. Webb (Theiss), age 87 of Hamilton, Ohio, went home to her Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 18th, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family who will miss her presence deeply. Gartha lived a full life, helping others in any way that she could. She was born on January 4th, 1939, in Hamilton, Ohio. She married her husband...
Sarah A. Pace
Oct 13, 2026
Sarah Vail Pace, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, died on October 13, 2026.
Sarah was born on March 1, 1954, and was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Eleanore Vail. She was a nurse for 38 years and an artist her entire life.
Sarah met her beloved husband, Steve, at a Halloween party in 1972. They were married...
Marlene Allen Stewart
Oct 12, 2026
Marlene Allen Stewart, age 70 of The Woodlands, Texas, passed away at her residence on Monday, October 12, 2026. She was born in London, Kentucky on March 8, 1956, the daughter of Leonard “Dutch” and Ida Mae (Johnson) Allen.Marlene had a passion for God, people, and leadership, and was inspiration to anyone who knew her. She enjoyed travel with her...
Donald "Skip" Houck
Oct 10, 2026
Donald “Skip” Houck, age 78 of Hamilton, passed away at Hospice of Hamilton on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Skip was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 15, 1948 the son of Harold “Jerry” and Beatrice (Jones) Houck. He began his career as a hairdresser and spent more than thirty years doing hair. During a transition period he also worked at...


