Obituaries

Kenneth Lee Williamson

Kenneth Lee Williamson

Aug 20, 2024

Kenneth Williamson age 77, of Hamilton, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 1924. He was born on July 12, 1947, to the late James and Flonie (Bustle) Williamson in Cincinnati, Ohio. Kenneth is survived by his wife, Linda Williamson; son, Scott Williamson; his grandchildren, Hailey Williamson and Emma Williamson; brothers, Wayne (Kay) Williamson and Dennis (Connie) Williamson. Kenneth was...

James A. Gaitin

James A. Gaitin

Aug 20, 2024

James A. Gaitin age 81 of Liberty Township passed away on Tuesday August 20, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1943 in Salt Lake City, UT the son of the late Armand and Lucille (nee Lujan) Gaitin. Jim was a professional baseball player in his early years, playing for several clubs including the Cincinnati Reds Organization. He became the...

Patricia S. Overbey

Patricia S. Overbey

Aug 19, 2024

Patricia Overbey age 79 of Fairfield, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024. She was born on June 10, 1945 in Hamilton the daughter of the late Virgil and Helen (nee Cooper) Griffin. She was married to Danny Overbey and he preceded her in death in 2020. Patricia is survived by three children, Michelle (Dave) Huddleston, Danny Overbey Jr,...

Zachary E. Whitlock

Zachary E. Whitlock

Aug 19, 2024

Zachary E. Whitlock age 37 passed away on Monday August 19, 2024. He was born on August 25, 1986 in Hamilton. Zach loved playing music and spending time with his family and many friends. He is survived by two siblings Allison Hamilton and John Hamilton II; his grandfather Gary (Paula) Whitlock; and step father Johnny Hamilton; four uncles Mike (Rhonda)...

Lajoyce Sheffield

Lajoyce Sheffield

Aug 19, 2024

Lajoyce Sheffield age 76, of Forest Park, Ohio passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024. She was born on August 21, 1948, to the late Archie and Susie. Lajoyce is survived by her many cousins, family and many friends. Lajoyce was a greeter at Animal Care Center of Fairfield, she also worked for Applebee’s. Lajoyce never met a stranger and...

Jennifer M. Johnson

Jennifer M. Johnson

Aug 18, 2024

Jennifer M. Johnson age 33 of Hamilton passed away unexpectedly on Sunday August 18, 2024. She was born April 17, 1991 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of Michele Anglin Johnson and the late James Dean Johnson. Jennifer was a 2009 graduate of Ross High School and worked as a server at Fret Board in Hamilton. She was a devoted mother...

Thomas Raymond Fening

Thomas Raymond Fening

Aug 18, 2024

In Loving Memory of Thomas Raymond Fening

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Raymond Fening, a man of deep faith, unwavering commitment to family, and an enduring spirit of community service. Born on August 16, 1947, Tom departed from this world on August 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished forever. Tom...

Rev. Ronald M. Medley

Rev. Ronald M. Medley

Aug 13, 2024

Rev. Ronald M. Medley age 89 of Fairfield Township passed away on Tuesday August 13, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1934 in Cincinnati the son of the late Ellis and Mary (nee Frazier) Medley; Ron retired from Proctor and Gamble’s Engineering Services Division in 1996. He was a devout Christian who served the Lord his whole life. He...

John T. Halcomb

John T. Halcomb

Aug 13, 2024

John Tillman Halcomb age 95 of Hamilton passed away on Tuesday August 13, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1929 in Scoville, KY the son of the late William and Nancy (nee Hale) Halcomb. John retired from Western States Machine Company after over 40 years of service. He was a longtime member of McGonigle Millville Methodist Church. John was...

Joe Lee Lemaster

Joe Lee Lemaster

Aug 10, 2024

Joe Lee LeMaster, 74, of Hamilton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2024, embraced by the love of his family. He was born on October 12, 1949 the son of the late Jesse and Callie (nee Owens) LeMaster. Joe lived each day with a heart full of love, courage, and joy. His life was a...

Lillie M. Todd

Lillie M. Todd

Aug 6, 2024

Lillie M. Todd age 91 of Fairfield passed away Tuesday August 6, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 10, 1933 in Irvine, Kentucky the daughter of the late James Dudley Rose and Stella Woosley Rose. She was married to Augustus (J.R.) Todd on August 15, 1953 and he preceded her in death on...

Adele Marie Day

Adele Marie Day

Aug 4, 2024

Adele Marie Day age 76 of Batavia passed away on Sunday August 4, 2024. She was born on April 2, 1948 in Seneca, SC the daughter of the late Joseph and Frieda (nee Jarvis) Crooks. She is survived by three children Richard Paul (Kristy) Day, Michelle (John Rhodus) Day, and Christopher (Eric Garringer) Day; two grandchildren Jessalin (Ben) Talbott and...

Fred Schaefer

Fred Schaefer

Aug 1, 2024

Fred Schaefer age 69 passed away Thursday August 1, 2024. He was born October 6, 1954 in Cincinnati to the late Fred and Rosemary (Costello) Schaefer. Fred is survived by his wife of 46 years Kim Schaefer; three children Tori (Jonathan) Schaefer-Dutton, James (Jordan Miller) Schaefer; Thomas (Lonni) Schaefer; six grandchildren; one brother Bill (Sue) Schaefer and was also survived...

Delores Gray

Delores Gray

Aug 1, 2024

Delores Gray age 94 of West Chester passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday August 1, 2024. She was born on February 28, 1930 in Springdale, OH the daughter of the late Leonard and Betty (nee Winkler) Isaacs. Delores was married to Raymond Gray and he preceded her in death in 2004. She is survived by three children...

Leigh Anne Mcgee

Leigh Anne Mcgee

Jul 30, 2024

Leigh Anne McGee age 43, of Trenton, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. She was born on July 12, 1981, to Ronald and Karen (Enochs) Wilson in South Charleston, West Virginia.

Leigh is survived by her parents, Ron and Karen Wilson; her daughter, Jeida McGee; her brother, Andrew Wilson.

Leigh was preceded in death by her grandparents.

A celebration of...

Opal V. Ruff

Opal V. Ruff

Jul 27, 2024

Opal V. Ruff age 84 of Hamilton passed away on Saturday July 27, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1939 in Melvin, KY the daughter of the late Charlie and Bessie (nee Howell) Hobson. Opal was married to Paul Ruff and he preceded her in death in 1995. She is survived by two children Eric (Krissy Haisley) Ruff and...

Charlotte "Pee-Wee" Lower

Charlotte "Pee-Wee" Lower

Jul 27, 2024

Charlotte “Pee-Wee” Lower age 63 of Hamilton passed away Saturday July 27, 2024. She was born December 2, 1960 in Hamilton, Ohio the daughter of the late William Dawes and Evelyn Settles Dawes. She is survived by her daughter Christina (Timothy) Roberts; two brothers Joe (Maggie) Egner and Bear Dawes; and her partner Bobby Bowling. At Charlotte’s request no services...

Lana Lee Kruse

Lana Lee Kruse

Jul 23, 2024

Lana Lee Kruse of Cabot, Ar passed away on July 23, 2024 at the age of 77. She was born on October 8, 1946 to the late Albert & Lillie Spurlock May of Hamilton, Ohio.

Lana is survived by her son Larry (Stephanie), grandchildren; Cooper (Holly), Ashlee, Kealey (Rennard), Kaesey, Kori, Kylee, great grandchildren; Jayden, Kinlee, Charlie, Braylee, Aubree, Landen, Ryan...

Garry Lee Land

Garry Lee Land

Jul 23, 2024

Garry Lee Land age 74 of Fairfield passed away on Tuesday July 23, 2024. He was born on October 8, 1949 in Hamilton the son of the late Harold and Nancy (nee Hobbs) Land. Garry was veteran of the United States Army. He was married to Meredith Land and she preceded him in death in 2023. Garry is survived by...

Gary W. Back

Gary W. Back

Jul 23, 2024

Gary W. Back age 48 of Monroe, Ohio was born January 30, 1976 and passed away Tuesday July 23, 2024 in his home. Mr. Back worked for USIC as a certified damage investigator. He loved fishing, his dogs, Tootsie, Harper, Vinny, Scooby, Scrappy, and Sophie, the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals, and especially enjoyed watching his daughter’s softball games. He is...