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Funeral: 1 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery
Donald Alonzo Hamilton, age 87, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Tuesday evening, May 16, 2017, at his daughter’s home in Flora.
Donald was born August 9, 1929, in Flora, the son of Lewis and Minnie (Coble) Hamilton. He married Galina O. Denning on September 7, 1946. She preceded him in death on June 14, 1992. He later married Barbara A. Pickens on January 15, 2000. She preceded him in death on May 18, 2014.
Donald worked in the oil fields for 38 years and Operators Engineer Union for 15 years. In his free time, he enjoyed singing at home and performing in front of small groups as well as spending time with family. He attended the Christian Church in Sailor Springs and also attended the Community Southern Baptist Church in Clay City.
Donald is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Donna and Larry Milner; a sister: Leona Totten; step-sons: Nick Pickens (wife Marsha), Randy Pickens (wife Barb), and Sterling Pickens (wife Julie); 7 grandchildren: Craig Lane, Chad Milner (wife Emily), Bruce Hamilton (wife Jenny), Chad Hamilton, Jared Hamilton, Chris Hamilton, and Larissa Hamilton; 8 step-grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 11 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; both wives; a son: Bruce Hamilton; a granddaughter: Jamie Hamilton; a step-great-grandson: Berklee Pickens; 4 brothers: Earl, Raymond, Clint, and Bud; and 4 sisters: Lena Colclasure, Violet Wheeler, Dorothy VanDyke, and Captola Barbee.
A funeral service for Donald Hamilton will be 1 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with a visitation from 11a.m. until 1 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Pastor David Starr will officiate. Interment will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Memorials may be given to assist the family with expenses or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
May 31, 1946 - Apr 20, 2024
Aug 8, 1939 - Apr 18, 2024
Jul 20, 1934 - Apr 14, 2024
Nov 1, 1976 - Apr 13, 2024
Aug 31, 1955 - Apr 12, 2024
Donna and family - so sorry about your Dad. He was such a special man. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Donna and family - so sorry about your Dad. He was such a special man. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Donna and Family: We are sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Larry and Donna and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. The love you have for our Heavenly Father will help you through the coming days. Bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Donna, so sorry for your loss, your dad was a good man.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Donna and family: We are so sorry for your loss! All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry about your dad, I got to see him at my mothers funeral. I'm his brothers Earl T's .granddaughter, Hambone's (Earl E's)daughter. Again sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear about your losses don was a good man and I respect all the famly as well,i cant make it being tied up with work ,but wanted to let you all know I be thinking about you all in these hard times in life that we have to over come ,life isn't allways far but we have to stay strong and move on,but they never be forgotten. sending prayers to you all and the ones that have to come from far away safe trips coming and going.
So very sorry for your loss. Don was a very sweet man, he will be missed.
Don has always been very dear to my heart. I will miss his deep laughter and smiling face. I remember the many times he fixed the neighborhood kids' bikes when we were young. He and your mom were special people. Love, Alice
Donna and family. So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort and peace at this time.
Sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My Sympathy and prayers Donna and families.
Donna, Bruce and families I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Prayers for all. May you R.I.P Don.
So sorry for your loss. Don was a good man that will be missed.
Donna,your loss is felt by me.Your Dad was very special to me.I will miss him.
Debbie I am so sorry for your loss. I have not know your dad but a few years. I always enjoyed when he came into the office. Your dad was a great person.
Keeping your family in prayer . . .remember always Jesus is already in your tomorrows.
Donna, So sorry for your loss of your loving Dad. Know that you gave him so much Love and Wonderful care. May you find peace in knowing that you were always right there for him, he Loved you so much❤ sending prayers and love❤
Donna & family, So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was a very special man and always had a smile on his face! He never knew a stranger. God bless and always hang on to your memories!
Donna, sorry to hear about your father. Don was a very nice person to everyone he met. we will always remember his smile. He is at peace now. Our sympathy to you and your family with heartfelt thoughts during your time of sorrow. Friends forever
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Donna I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the many hours we spent at your parents house when we lived behind you all in the "60's." Praying.
You are all in our thoughts and payers!!
So sorry for your loss.
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