Helen Hamilton Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

Hamilton, Helen Marie Swanson age 74, of Edina, passed peacefully away on Nov. 5th at 11:11 am, surrounded by loving daughters and serenades. Helen will be remembered fondly for her ready smile, warm heart, gift of gab, and a comical sense of humor that got others laughing. She deeply cherished time spent with family, and she loved socializing with friends over a game of bridge, as well as tennis and golf in her younger years. Helen was admired for her ability to accomplish whatever she set her mind to, her avid letter writing, and her great flair for cooking, sewing and gardening. Her love of learning and travel brought her much joy, as did family geneology, all things Swedish, PEO, and Pi Beta Phi. She will be dearly missed. Preceded in death by parents, Howard and Lillian Swanson and daughter, Deanna Hamilton. Survived by children - Brenda (James) Hamilton, Carol (Robert) Hudson, Amy (Stephen) Wehr; grandchildren - Dane and Lilly Hudson and Patrick, Elias and Benjamin Wehr; sister, Karin (Tom) Swanson; nieces, nephews, and many cousins. Memorial to be held at Colonial Church of Edina on Mon., Nov. 21st at 1:00 pm. Memorials may be sent to the Swedish Institute (www.asimn.org).
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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I had the pleasure of meeting Helen(w/ Brenda's sister Carol) at Brenda's Stanford graduation in 1990. She was someone who obviously had a zest for life and all the wonderful qualities I had the pleasure of seeing passed down to Brenda, Carol, and Deanna, (and I'm sure to Amy, who I haven't had the pleasure of meeting). I believe that our spirit lives on in the memories of those we have touched on our time on earth. The Mills family extend our sincerest condolences to the Hamilton and...

December 14, 2011

Much love to you, Amy & Steve and the boys. Praying for you. Your loving care of your mom to the last was a beautiful reflection of Christ's love.

Katy Wehr

November 17, 2011 | Edina, MN

Brenda - My thoughts are with you. I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news.
Peace,
Jonathan

Jonathan Scheffer

November 17, 2011 | Seattle, WA

Dear Brenda and Family,

We want to share our heartfelt condolences at the loss of your mother, Helen. May her soul rest in peace. I am saddened for your family and words cannot express our sympathy on hearing of the death of your beloved mother. No doubt the outpouring of sympathy you have received since her parting has been of some comfort for you and your family. I am sure that her memories will always remain deep within your heart.

May God bless you and your...

Suzanne Martinez

November 16, 2011 | Houston, TX

Amy, Brenda, and Carol--I'll always remember the sound of your mom's laugh, full of fun and so jolly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sara Matson

November 15, 2011 | Carver, MN

Carol and family- I am so sorry for your loss. Reading this beautiful obituary I wish I had met her. She sounds like an amazing woman.

Megan Fronek

November 15, 2011 | Eden Prairie, MN

Brenda, Patrick and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Much love to you!

Judy Kennedy

November 14, 2011 | Sacramento, CA

Brenda, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Mark

Mark Lear

November 14, 2011 | Houston, TX

My thoughts and prayers are with you Brenda and your family. God bless your mother and God bless you all

Eddie Cantu

November 14, 2011 | Pharr, TX

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