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Samuel Newton Hamilton II Born: June 8, 1963; in Beavercreek, Ohio Died: February 14; in Elmhurst Samuel Newton Hamilton II, 50, of Elmhurst, passed away Friday, February 14 after a brief illness following an almost life long battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Nancy L. nee Ward; loving father of Samantha and Alex whom always made him immensely proud; dear son of Samuel and Catherine Hamilton; brother of Julia (Adam) King; son -in-law of John and Doris Ward; brother-in-law of Bob (Jessica) Ward; uncle of Lewis and Hamilton King and Johnny and Jason Ward; nephew and cousin of numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Sam was born June 8, 1963 in Beavercreek, Ohio, the son of Samuel and Catherine Hamilton. He graduated in 1981 from Beavercreek High School, received a B.S in Engineering from The Ohio State University in 1986, and a MBA from DePaul University in1993. In 1990, he married Nancy Ward. Sam 's career spanned over 25 years for the Quaker Oats Company and PepsiCo, most recently as a supply chain manager. Sam was a friend to many and also leaves behind his best-friends from grade school and Jr. High; Jim Speelman, Ric Oberkrom and Tim Wolfe. Although they have scattered from their hometown of Beavercreek, they have remained lifelong friends through their families, vacations together and Buckeye football. Memorial Visitation at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst, from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with a memorial service at 5:00 P.M. Monday February 17. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to the American Cancer Society (cancer.org) or the National Association for Down Syndrome (nads.org) Funeral info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com.
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Sammy was a childhood friend. Always positive did what was right. It's been decades since I've seen him but he still crosses my mind after all these year. I know he will be missed.
tony tackett
March 7, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with you at this time.
February 26, 2014
I was saddened to hear that Sam has passed away. My condolences to the family and his many friends. Sam always had a smile and a hello when we would pass in the hall at work. He seemed like a genuinely gentle soul.
So very sorry for the loss of him. He was way too young.
Pam Fontana
Quaker/Tropicana/PepsiCo
Pam Fontana
February 21, 2014
Hamilton Family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Sammy.
I grew up across the street from Sammy on Ken Klare Dr and I have many wonderful memories of times shared together in our youth. I have always admired Sam's vibrant and infectious spirit and cheerful demeanor. I pray that you will all find peace in the memories of this eternal spirit as you adjust to his transition to the other side.
Jim Morgan
February 21, 2014
Sending our sympathies to the Hamilton family, along with a hope for moments of comfort and peace. With all our love, Kerry and Greg
Kerry Ferris and Greg Wennerdahl
February 20, 2014
Dear Hamilton Family,
I'm proud that such a fine man as Sam was my relative. He was a wonderful role model. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Jane
Jane Rowady
February 20, 2014
Randi Rowady
February 20, 2014
Sam was my dear cousin and I will love him forever. Thanks, Sam, for coming to my college graduation and 50th birthday party! I will always remember the JOURNEY concert!!! God speed. I'll see you on the other side.....
Randi Rowady
February 20, 2014
Dearest Julia,
We are heartbroken to learn this. Our deepest condolences to you, Nancy and the children, and to your parents. Elaine and George Hairston
February 19, 2014
Dear Hamilton family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Sam at Quaker/Pepsico. Sam was always a great person and gentleman on all occasions. My deepest sympathy.
Pat Patterson
February 19, 2014
Hello Hamilton Family, I am so sorry to hear about your lost. Julia spoke of her love for her brother and his family always. May he rest in Peace...Praying for the family!!
Karen Thomas
February 19, 2014
Just found out and I am so sad for all of you. Sam was always one of my favorite people. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.
alison murphy
February 19, 2014
Nancy, Samantha, and Alex -
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sam will be missed by us all. I recall having dinner with Sam a couple of years ago during a business trip he made here to Atlanta; While the Buckeye and the Badger certainly hazed each other about our football failures - we also marveled at how the years were flying by since our time together in Chicago - and the trials and JOYS of raising families. I believe we're better people for having known Sam.
Blessings to you,
Greg and Kelley Hundt
Greg and Kelley Hundt
February 19, 2014
Nancy - so very sorry to hear the news on Sam. He was such a wonderful man who cared about those around him. I treasured the time we shared together at Ohio State. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy (Wolfe) Wishnew
February 18, 2014
To the Hamilton Family: Our love and prayers go out to each one of you. Sam was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
Melinda Laxson
February 18, 2014
Nancy, my deepest condolences to you and your family...my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lidia Torres
February 18, 2014
Nancy...I was so sorry to hear about Sam. I had the pleasure of knowing him when he was in the BHS band. He made everyone around him better and I'll never forget that smile! May he rest in peace. Bill Stahl
Bill Stahl
February 18, 2014
Nancy, my heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Lety Fulgencio
Leticia Fulgencio
February 18, 2014
Nancy, Samantha, and Alex,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I adored Sam. In my time working with him at Quaker, he was so sweet, smart, and talented. He always made me laugh with some joke. My sympathies are with you.
Stacy Braack
Stacy Braack
February 17, 2014
Nancy, Samantha and Alex: I didn't know Sam/your dad, but I know Nancy, and through the years I have heard many stories about Samantha and Alex. I am so very sorry to hear about Sam/your dad. I think he must have been a great guy because I've heard you are a great family. Sending love and prayers to heal your hearts.
Michelle Gittler
February 17, 2014
Nancy on behalf of the Touray family from Gambia west Africa, You will always live in our hearts and prayers. You are a gentleman and I had the honor to know and work with you. Sam, may your soul rest in perfect peace.
Hassan Touray
Hassan Touray
February 17, 2014
Nancy, we are so sorry to hear about Sam's passing. Please know that we're thinking about you, and will support you in any way we can!
SRH Speech Girls
Katie Langley
February 17, 2014
Blessings to Sam, his family and his friends.
Teresa Brown Campbell
BHS '82
Teresa Brown Campbell
February 17, 2014
Nancy, thoughts and prayers with you and your family, Sam was a great man, who will always be remembered for all the joy he brought to others around him
Joe DiMichele
February 17, 2014
Prayers of love and strength to you Nancy and family. The Lord has a special place for him. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace and free of pain, breathing freely. May you feel the love from all around you, and across the miles.
Bonnie Hanger
February 17, 2014
Nancy~Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike & Julie Elliott
February 16, 2014
Always loved when I had Sam in a class at Ohio State. My sympathy to Nancy, Samantha, and Alex for your great loss. He was a wonderful man.
Susan (Andrews) Dittmar
February 16, 2014
I will always remember his smile and the mischievous twinkle in his eye. He definitely added joy in his own way to our high school years together.
Dominique' Parker
February 16, 2014
Nancy, It never seemed like I had time to meet you and catch up with Sammy. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was my best friend all through grade school at Parkwood in Beavercreek. I only last week sent him an email. Love and prayers go out to the entire family. I was going through some old pictures last week and found one of the two of us waiting on the bus for our first day at Parkwood.
Andy Roberds
February 16, 2014
What I remember about Sam is his great smile and his cheerful energy. Everybody enjoyed being around Sam - Sam was a courageous, amazing person. I am sorry for his family's loss.
Thea Matthews
February 16, 2014
So sorry to hear of such a good man gone too soon. Sam and I went to school together and he was always so funny and kind! May he rest in peace.
Paige (Sgarro) Denison
February 16, 2014
May his Memory be Eternal. He was a wonderful friend in high school. Always made me laugh.
Laura Conn-Hagan
February 16, 2014
So sorry to hear this...Sam was such a sweet and funny person-so glad I had the opportunity to know him in high school...condolences to his family and friends..
February 16, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers to family ... Sam will never be forgotten and is loved by many who he has touched their lives.
Eric Smtih
February 16, 2014
To the Hamilton family....Sam was one of our favorite "adopted sons". The world is a better place for the fact that we had "Sammy" with us for awhile.
Linda (Lynn) Lesko
February 16, 2014
Our hearts are saddened by the loss. Prayers to Sam's family. He was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be missed by so many.
Valerie Moxley
February 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Nancy, Samantha and Alex. Sam was a wonderful father and very proud of his athletes! Joanne, Kiefer and Kathleen Obrien
February 16, 2014
Sam was an awesome person. He will be missed by many. I met Sam in school in Beavercreek. He always had a smile in his face.
Linda Salzer
February 16, 2014
Older and the wisest of cousins, Sam had an uncompromising attitude towards life, the sharpest of wits and the highest of character and integrity. He will be missed. Our thoughts to Nancy and his children.
Daniel Rowady, M.D.
February 16, 2014
I wworked with Sam on many projects over the years. I never had a brother, but i felt Sam was like a brother to me. My condolences to his family.
Eileen Soderstrom
February 16, 2014
Our condolences to Nancy and family. Our prayers are with you.
Cora and Leroy Mayer
February 16, 2014
So sorry for you loss. Praying for you family!
Toni Faison
February 16, 2014
Our Condolences to Nancy and kids. Sam was a great guy and we always enjoyed being around him.
Jim & Brenda McCarville
February 16, 2014
Just thinking of Sam, who stopped in Dallas to renew a friendship with me. I never knew about the cancer and we just talked about great times in band and high school. My prayers go out to family and friends of Sam...there are so many.
Liani Parker
February 16, 2014
Thinking of Sam's family and friends at this difficult time. He was a good husband, father, brother, uncle, son, and friend to all. I know he will be missed.
Diane Nine
February 16, 2014
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