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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Jacqueline Duvelius
Aug 6, 2025
Jacqueline Lee (Elliott) Duvelius, age 71 of New Paris, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Jackie was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 27, 1953 to Howard Elliott and Ruth (Maus) Elliott. She attended Liberty Elementary School and graduated in 1971 from Lakota High School. Jackie worked in the payroll department for Lakota School District for 37 years. She...
Cynthia R. Lawson
Aug 5, 2025
Cynthia R. Lawson, 67, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on August 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and upheld by the grace and peace of the Lord she loved so deeply.
Born on September 16, 1957, in Hamilton, Ohio, Cindy lived a life marked by unwavering...
Frederick F. Brower
Aug 4, 2025
Frederick F. Brower died August 4, 2025 at Hospice of Hamilton. Born March 30, 1928 in Dayton, Ohio, he was the oldest son of Frederick Lowe and Rebecca Francis Brower.
Fred graduated from Dayton Fairview High School in 1946. He earned a B.S. degree from Miami University where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity. Upon graduation, he was...
Terrell "Keith" Fowler II
Aug 3, 2025
Terrell “Keith” Fowler II, age 53 of Hamilton, passed away at his residence on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on September 25, 1971. Keith was an avid animal lover and enjoyed reading and landscaping.
Keith is survived by his father, Terry Fowler Sr.; his mother, Naomi (Don) Martin; one son, Shelby (fiancé, Destiny Clark) Fowler; three...
Bonnie Marie Brandenburg
Aug 1, 2025
Bonnie Marie (Crawford Isaac) Brandenburg, age 73 of Hamilton, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 1, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio on December 1st, 1951; the daughter of Jimmy and Hettie (Walden) Crawford, Bonnie was a Senior Tax advisor for H&R Block for over 50 years. On October 5th, 1974 she married Lenn D. Brandenburg, the...
Helen Joann Barsamian
Jul 31, 2025
Helen Joann Barsamian, age 91 of Hamilton, formerly of Columbus, Ohio, passed away at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Known to most as Joann, she was born in Muncie, Indiana on October 31, 1933 to the late Roy Nunemaker and Maudie (Hartman) Lauer. Joann grew up in Hamilton and later moved to Columbus where she spent most...
Frederick Ritzie
Jul 30, 2025
Frederick P. Ritzie, age 75 of Lindenwald, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Fred was born in Hamilton, Ohio on June 2, 1950 to Frederick J. Ritzie and Virginia (Rollins) Ritzie. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Nothing could stop Fred, and he put his heart into everything he did. Fred coached Little League Football...
Lucille Wall
Jul 30, 2025
Lucille Wall, age 94 of Hamilton, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Lucille was born in Salyersville, Kentucky on June 1, 1931 to Bud and Rose (nee Rice) Stacy. On May 15, 1954, she married the love of her life, Arlis Wall. Lucille was a faithful member of Pentecostal Highway of Holiness Church for...
Stella Hyde
Jul 30, 2025
Stella Hyde, age 90 of Fairfield, passed away at StoryPoint Fairfield on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born in Clay County, Kentucky on March 11, 1935 the daughter of John and Myrtle (Webb) Stewart. Stella was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church. On July 13, 1957, in Hamilton she married Hunter Hyde and he preceded her in death in...
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