Michelle Sandlin, a 45-year-old woman from Hamilton, Ohio, tragically passed away on January 28, 2018. Born on January 21, 1973, in Middletown, Ohio, Michelle was known for her caring and loving nature. She is survived by her children, Jessica and Joseph Sandlin, and her parents, Donna Susong and Wayne Hensley. Michelle was also preceded in death by her husband, Bill Sandlin.
The circumstances surrounding Michelle's death were determined to be a murder-suicide. On the night of January 28, 2018, emergency crews responded to a call at a home on Morman Road in Hanover Township, Butler County. They found Michelle Sandlin with a gunshot wound, barely alive in the garage. She was quickly transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Her husband, William Sandlin, 61, was found dead from a gunshot wound in the same garage. Investigators concluded that William Sandlin shot Michelle before taking his own life.
The Butler County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation into the incident. They determined that there was no danger to the community and that the incident was an isolated case of murder-suicide. No suspects were identified, as the perpetrator was deceased. The investigation was eventually closed, with the case being classified as a murder-suicide.
Michelle Sandlin's death was a tragic event that deeply affected her family and friends. Her obituary described her as a very caring, giving, and loving mother and friend. She is remembered fondly by those who knew her, and her memory lives on through her children and loved ones.
