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1967
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2016
Brian WHITEHILL Obituary
News Death Notice
WHITEHILL, Brian Kelly 48, of Hamilton, Ohio, born July 18, 1967 in Oceanside, CA, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2016 following a life-long battle with Crohn's Disease. A graduate of the class of 1985 from Talawanda High School and a 10-year Cancer Survivor, he dedicated his life to serving others every chance he could. He volunteered his time to the Boy Scouts of America, Butler Metro Housing Authority, collecting pop tabs from Talawanda District elementary schools for Ronald McDonald House and The Fairfield Relay For Life, among others. From a large family, he was the oldest of 28 grandchildren. He is survived by his mother Nancy Whitehill, Brother Kevin Whitehill, Sister Shannon Whitehill, Niece Kaleigh Brynne Whitehill, Nephew Seth Patrick Walrod, close friends, Ben Jones and Bill Steele, Uncles David (Maxine) Whitehill, Scott (Vicky) Whitehill, Mark (Erica) Whitehill, Danny Whitehill, Richard McDaniel and Aunts Becky (Frank) Schmidt, Kathy Coffey, Jean (Charlie) Robison and Dannie (Steve) Haemig in addition to numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by his Father, George L Whitehill, Grandparents Clarence and Katheryn Whitehill and Edison (Mac) and Helen McDaniel and Great-Grandparents Byron and Rosalie Wickerd, Alonzo and Georgianna Whitehill, Thomas and Ira Lee McDaniel, Frank and Harriet Dexter and Uncles Matt Whitehill, Bill Coffey and Howard McDaniel. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Brian's name to Hospice of Hamilton, Fairfield Relay For Life, The Ileitis/Colitis Foundation or the Ronald McDonald House in Cincinnati. The family wishes to thank the Physicians and Staff at UC Medical Center Surgical Intensive Care Unit for the excellent care they provided Brian in his time there. A Celebration of Life will be held later in the summer with details to follow at a later date.
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Michelle Hedrick
July 7, 2016
Just now hearing about Brian.. was a sweet boy and an even sweeter man... kind and considerate... I have all good memories of Brian.. never a harsh word from him.. I will miss him very much...you have my sympathy
Michelle McQueen
March 29, 2016
Brian was a wonderful man. Always helping in any way he could as long as his health allowed. He and I ran a cub scout pack together and he made my job so much easier. I could always rely on Brian. He did so much for his community. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed.
Cheryl Farmer
March 23, 2016
NANCY,
I WAS SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BRIAN AND LETTING YOU KNOW THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
IN SYMPATHY,
CHERYL FARMER
Peter Macklin
March 21, 2016
Brian was a warrior. He was involved in so many organizations, for so many causes, and never once felt sorry for himself. From High School Marching Band, through classes we had together, I got to know Brian, and the amazing human being he became.
Through Facebook, and our high school reunion pages, we were kept up to speed on Brian and his activities with the Housing Authority, His work with Talawanda Schools and Ronald McDonald House, as well as getting updates on this successes and setbacks with his health. Nobody was more open or frank as Brian was about his struggles and triumphs.
I will miss his updates, and the way that he reminded us all, that life on this earth, is what you make of it. Live life. Savor every moment, and have zero regrets.
With happiness, that his no longer bound by his illness, and is pain-free forever. Goodbye, my friend.
Susan Bennett
March 20, 2016
Truly admire Brian's courage and selflessness. He was such an inspiration. Thankful he is without pain and will live in perfection for eternity. Prayers to his family and friends.
March 20, 2016
Nancy, so sorry to hear Brian passed away. I can't imagine losing a child. He sure was a fighter and my heart goes out to you and your
family.
Jan Eckerfield
Fairfield, OH
March 20, 2016
Rest in Peace dear Brother. Tell Dad I said hello!
Shannon Whitehill
March 20, 2016
Jamie Schmidt
March 20, 2016
Brian was an amazing man. This is a terrible loss. I pray for the entire family. I will be eternally grateful for the time I got with Brian. You will truly be missed by many. Love you Brian.
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