Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd

Portsmouth, Virginia

John Hamilton Obituary

John B. Hamilton PORTSMOUTH - John B. "Pee-Wee" Hamilton, 83, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010. He was a native of Union City, Tenn., and was the son of the late Zadie and John B. Hamilton Sr. He was predeceased by a sister, Ruth Haley. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a member of Pinecrest Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jane Hamilton; a daughter, Carol Beaver and husband Dale; a son, Johnny Hamilton and wife Sue; three grandsons, Tommy Hamilton and wife Lisa, Joey Hamilton and Eric Beaver and wife Selena; and two great-grandsons, Justin Hamilton and Evan Beaver. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, by the Rev. Ron McLain and the Rev. Tom Potter. Burial will follow in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. www.SturtevantFuneralHome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 7, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Hamilton

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

June 22, 2010

JANE AND FAMILY..WE JUST HEARD ABOUT PEEWEE PASSING LLAST NIGHT..WE ARE SO SORRY. OUR DEEPEST REGARDS. BILL AND MARY KNAUS

Leslie Moseberth

June 8, 2010

Carol, you and your Mom were in my sister Sharon and my thoughts on Sunday. How special is that? Sharon called me to get the recipe for the Chicken and Dressing recipe your Mother always made for funerals....... Life works in special ways.... Your family has always been wonderful! Please hold on to the memories you hold in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful mother!

Pete&Phyllis Ayers

June 7, 2010

We are so sorry for your lost,PeeWee will be missed.He was a special friend.Love and prayers,Pete and Phyllis Ayers.Ports Va.

Jan Phillips

June 7, 2010

To one of the greatest families around. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire group over the next few weeks. I'm sorry I can't be there to be by your sides. Pee-Wee will be greatly missed and we will always have fond memories of him. Love you all!

karen Ingalls

June 7, 2010

To the Hamilton Family: We are so sorry to hear about the lost of your Father. We want you all to know that the whole family is in our thoughts and prayers. From your Friends and Co-Workers of Plasser American Corporation.

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in John Hamilton's name

Memorial Events
for John Hamilton

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Sturtevant Funeral Home - Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel

5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Hamilton's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more