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John Hamilton III Obituary

John Berkley Hamilton III, 79, of Galax, died Saturday, March 9, 2019, in the Twin County Regional Hospital.
He was born in Richmond on April 4, 1939, to John Berkley Hamilton II and Louise Callahan Hamilton.
Survivors include his wife, Frances Hamilton; daughter, Joanne Radcliff, both of Galax; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren .
A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Felts Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at the Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home.
A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com.
Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Published by Galax Gazette from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2019.

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Barry Vaughn

March 14, 2019

Sorry for your loss , our prayers and love with you and your family . From the Vaughn family in Richmond va and South Carolina.

Ruth Hall

March 12, 2019

Joanne and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Sending love and prayers in your loss.

March 11, 2019

A wonderful long life you loved one had,psalm 90;10 says that days of our years are 70 ,And if because of special mighty they are 80. May de memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart. My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear one. And the words at John 11:43,44. Comfort you during this difficult time.

Jim Underwood

March 11, 2019

So sorry for your loss John. Our deepest sympathy
Jim & Peggy Underwood

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