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Marilyn Hamilton Obituary

Marilyn Lea Hamilton

1953 - 2013 PITTSFIELD Marilyn Lea Hamilton of 15 Prospect St. died Wednesday, February 13, at Albany Medical Center.

Born in Pittsfield on April 18, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Randolph Hamilton, Sr. and Shirley Nolan Hamilton. Marilyn attended Pittsfield schools and graduated from Berkshire Community College. She was a social worker for the Department of Social Services where she worked for 23 years before retiring. She was a member of the Beulah Chapter NO. 14 OES (Order of the Eastern Star).

Ms. Hamilton was predeceased by her son, Damion Dana Hamilton, who passed away in 1986.

She leaves a daughter, Sherine Hamilton of Pittsfield, and a stepson. She also leaves four grandchildren: Deontae Hamilton, Kemetree Hamilton, Detric Hamilton of Pittsfield and Nia Hosley of New York. She also leaves two godsons, Winton Brown and Kevin Dereda. Marilyn also leaves four brothers, Randolph Hamilton and Roger Hamilton of Pittsfield, Robert Hamilton of California, and Rodney Hamilton of Springfield, Missouri; two sisters, Cheryl Nolan and Wendy Hamilton of Pittsfield; and a sister-in-law: Sandy Hamilton of California. She leaves two aunts, Ann Gadson and Beverly Edmonds of Pittsfield; 16 nieces and nephews and a host of great nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Marilyn was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. Besides spending time with family, she enjoyed cooking, shopping and gardening.

FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for Marilyn Lea Hamilton will be held Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 11:00 AM, at Second Congregational Church 50 Onota St., Pittsfield with Rev. Leonard C. Comithier, a former pastor of Second Congregational Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Pittsfield Cemetery. Calling hours will precede the service, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Ms. Hamilton may be made to The Pittsfield Boys and Girls Club in care of the DERY FUNERAL HOME, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield.



Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Feb. 18, 2013.
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Marilyn has been on my mind lately,,,and then i got this email.
Its so true what they say,,,the people you love live on in your heart forever....and Marilyn continues to have that personal touch of strong presence and love as she checks in re my thoughts ...always with that special smile. Warm regards to her family....with love, Marcia

marcia hickson

Friend

February 12, 2021

As Marilyn takes her rest, we continue to work, remembering the light of her life that touched many in loving and positive ways. Her light will surely remain to encourage ours to shine brighter.

Yvonne Powell Brown

Friend

February 12, 2019

2-12-19 love never dies and Marilyn will always live in my heart...she was a soul friend and I will always feel blessed for the many years of friendship we shared. with warm regards to her family...from Marcia Hickson santa fe NM

February 12, 2019

I remember her as mercie growing up in the old neighborhood my sympathies to the Hamilton family. Thoughts are with you all

Paula (Penna) Evangelisto

February 23, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Linda Purry Scales

February 22, 2013

To Sahrine,Wendy and Cheryl,i was taken back to hear of Marzie passing.May she R.I.P. She was a good person and always had time to talk when she was out in the yard doing her yard work and gardening.My grandson took it hard cause he was always there to help Marzie with anything she was doing.My thoughs and prayers are with the family during this time of saddness and sorrow.Sahrine I am here if you need anything or just to vent.Marzie is at peace now and pain free,God got another speical angel.I will miss her alot,but will be tinking about her every time i look across the street.

Linda Green

February 22, 2013

To the Hamilton and Nolan families- We are so sorry to hear of Marilyn's sudden passing. She will be missed always. You are all in out thoughts and prayers.

Joann and Kesia Purry

February 22, 2013

Rudy and to the rest of the Hamilton family. The home going of "Marisee" as most of us called her, was like losing a sister too. We all grew up like one big family and all of us feel and share your loss'

George (Butch) Johnson, Jr. Ph.D.

February 21, 2013

To Marilyn's Family..I loved Marilyn as a friend. We sat next to each other for years and retired at the same time many years ago. I admired her strength, dignity that came from the soul, and sharp wit. She had the best smile ever. Over the last year I bumped into her a couple of times at the Big Y and it was always a sweet reunion of sharing and laughter. She was always for me an example of a woman who served her family,and community with a true sense of giving. I will miss her and always cherish her memoroy..My deepest sympathy and regards to all of her family

Marcia

February 21, 2013

So sorry to hear about Marilyn's passing. She was a wonderful kindhearted lady...please know you are in my thoughts and prayers...RIP Marilyn..

February 21, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all the Hamilton Family. You all are in my prayers.

Cynthia Kelly

February 21, 2013

Dear Hamilton Family,
May God provide peace and comfort to your family in the days, weeks, and months to come. A good woman has gone on to glory.

Gary (AD) Adams

February 21, 2013

To the Hamilton family - my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss. May all your fond memories keep Marilyn alive in your hearts forever.

Denise Shampang Messana

February 21, 2013

Sherine,
My condolences, thoughts, and prayers to you and the family during this time. May God comfort, strengthen, and keep you all.

Arthronia Hosley

February 20, 2013

Sherine and Cheryl,So sorry that I am not in town to be with you. You and your wonderful extended families are in my thought and the prayer os my heart

julie sullivan

February 20, 2013

Dear Hamilton Family,
Keith and I send our condolences. May you find comfort and strength to help you through this time. Our prayers are with you.

Keith and Claire Caesar

February 20, 2013

To the Hamilton and Nolan family, I just heard with great sadness of Nana's passing. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. The time I spend caring for the boys will always be cherished. Marilyn and I had many wonderful conversations when she would drop the off or pick them up. She will sadly be missed.

Cindy (grammy) and Kevin (papaw) Thomson

February 20, 2013

I remember Marilyn as the person who inspired me to go to college and have always held a place of gratitude in my heart for her. To the family plese accept my sincerest prayers for her eternal peace

johanna Beaudry

February 20, 2013

Annie, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. From all of the messeges in the Guest Book, she was a very special lady and will be a loss to the City of Pitts. Thinking about you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Sending you hugs, and whistles, Your BFF Nancy

Nancy Colvin

February 20, 2013

to the hamilton family,sorry for your loss,she was a very special lady.i remember your family comming over to our house when we were kids may god bless you now and always,our love the Hassan family

February 20, 2013

Am so sorry for your lost i will miss seeing her around and talking

audrey frye

February 20, 2013

To the Hamilton Family,

My deepest sympathy to all of you who I've known all my life. May God give you comfort during this time. Marzie always had a smile and a hug with just my name on it. She was a wonderful woman and my OES sister. My prayers are with you.

Vera Purry-Kennedy

February 20, 2013

r.i.p. marilyn... we all will miss you...

carmen,jose, jessica,wendy and jason alduende

February 20, 2013

Truly a wonderful woman. My prayers are with the family. Rest in paradise. You are now with ur son. I am so very sorry for the loss. Sending love and prayers to all.
Denise Sumy

Denise Sumy

February 20, 2013

My condolences go out to Sherrine and the entire family...

Angie Allison

February 20, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the Hamilton family. Charles & Alba

Alba Passerini

February 20, 2013

"Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14:1-3

May the Lord's Grace, Mercy, and Peace be with you during this time of loss.

Phillip Jackson

February 19, 2013

Cheryl

So sorry to hear of your loss. Marilyn was such a nice lady. I truly enjoyed my visits with her at the Christian Center. I have never eaten a pound cake since that compared to Marilyn's. My thoughts are with you.

Jerry Miller

February 19, 2013

Dear Wendy,
My sympathy to you. I will remember you and your family in thought and prayer during this time.

Val Tracy

February 19, 2013

to the hamilton family, we are so sorry for the lost of marilyn, we all grew up together and were like family, she will be sadly missed, R.I.P. sweet angel, from the bigelow family,

teresa bigelow

February 19, 2013

To The Family of Marilyn Hamilton:
God hears your cries, feels your pain and knows your sorrow. He cares. Marilyn's love for others is God's evidence of His love for her, the greatest gift to give and receive. Remember and share the love she leaves to live on and God will gladden your hearts. Trust in the Lord with all your might, lean not on your own understand. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. BELIEVE.

Yvonne Powell-Brown

February 19, 2013

It is with a heavy heart that I mourn the loss of Marilyn - a pillar of stength in our community, you will truly be missed.

Love and prayers to the family.

February 19, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Kathy Spratling

February 19, 2013

To the entire Hamilton Family: I have some very fond memories of all of you and just know my heart and prayers go out to all of you. Marilyn was a wonderful and loving person and God has taken a very precious child back home to be with all his other children. My deepest sympathy. Irene (Hillard) Talbot

February 19, 2013

Aunt Marilyn, You were always the sweetest and kindest woman. You will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace!!!!

Bran'De Byrd

February 19, 2013

Sherine,and family,God needed a special angel so he took Mairzy home,now she can be with Aunt Shirl and Uncle randy,and most of all Damien.

Maureen Caples

February 19, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Hamilton and Nolan families.

Mersey was a wonderful, bright and kind woman with a great sense of humor.She gave so much of herself to her family and community, she will be truly missed.

RIP

Toxie Givins

February 19, 2013

We're so sorry for you're lost, The De Witt Family And TheDe Boise Family

February 18, 2013

Hamilton Family, So sorry for your loss. I have such great memories of Marilyn & Brenda back in the Christian Center days, we use to have so much fun. She was a beautiful person inside & out. My Mom is also praying for you during this time.

Glenda Adams

February 18, 2013

how hard is to espress my self marilyn you was someone so special in my life we all will miss you we are so sad that you left but i just see you @ walmart and we talk and hug and kiss and know u gone r.i.p. we all love you carmen, wendy, little carmen ,jessica,jose , jason and all the grandkids you meet.....

carmen alduende

February 18, 2013

sorry for the loss of a very special lady may we all be thankful for knowing and loving her

grace hubbard-hitt

February 18, 2013

Marilyn was a special woman. I feel saddened by her death. Pittsfield has lost a good person who I feel will be missed for her heartfelt desire to help others and her caring persona.

Bernice T. Peters (Morehead)

February 18, 2013

TO THE FAMILY, YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
RIP MARILYN

ISCA KING

February 18, 2013

from the Richards family god bless u Marilyn u will always be in our heart

tyson richards

February 18, 2013

Condolences from Adams family

sheerece adams

February 18, 2013

My sincere sympathy to the Hamilton family! So sorry to read this! May God bring you comfort in your memories. My mother and Shirley were friends and Golden Leaves members together so I remember all of you in your younger years even before Division Street. Take care!

Rosemary Crawford-Smith

February 18, 2013

Bobby and Roger
Sorry for the loss of your sister. May God bless and keep her.

Tom (Tiny) Sulock

February 18, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

bobby purry

February 18, 2013

RIP MY DEAR FRIEND...

MISS RICKKY and FAMILY MARTIN

February 18, 2013

Deontae, Kemetree & Detric, I am so sorry to read about your grandmothers passing. She was a really special person and took really great care of you guys. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Donna (Conte Connect Bus)

Donna Walz

February 18, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Walter Winnie Alexander

February 18, 2013

RIP marilyn may your life be better on the other side with god and may you find your peace AMEN

TAMMY HADDAD

February 18, 2013

Marilyn was a wonderful person. So sorry for your loss.

Jean Engel

February 18, 2013

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