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James Hampton Obituary
September 20, 1927 - June 4, 2019
NAPLES, Fla. - Dr. James Nichols Hampton, resident of Naples, Fla., died at his home at the age of 91 on Tuesday June 4.
Dr. Hampton was born in Ozark, Ark. on Sept. 20, 1927 and was raised by his parents Harley and Carmen Hampton along with his two brothers Don and Dave.
Dr. Hampton graduated from Van Buren High School, as valedictorian, in May of 1945. Shortly thereafter he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served until August of 1948. In September of 1948 he enrolled in Washington University in St. Louis as a premed student and graduated in 1951. He was then accepted to Tulane University Medical School in New Orleans where he graduated in 1955. It was during this time that he met and married the love of his life, Frances, whom he married on May 30, 1953. They lived a life together of true love and happiness until her death on March 5, 2015. They were married 62 years.
In 1956 he moved to Argos, to begin his career in family practice. During these years he became board certified in family practice and served on the Indiana State Medical Board for four years. After 30 years of family practice in Argos, he and his wife moved to Naples, Fla. in 1986. Dr. Hampton started practicing emergency medicine at the Marco Island Urgent Care Center where he served as medical director for several years. After 16 years he was moved to the downtown Naples Community Hospital ER where he finished his career. After retirement he volunteered at the Naples Neighborhood Clinic and served on the board of the David Lawrence Mental Health Center.
Dr. Hampton was proceeded in death by his brother Don, his daughter Peggy Annis and her husband Larry, his sons Mark, Michael and Steve and his grandson Ryan.
He is survived by his brother Dave and his wife Dianne, his sister in law Kittie, his sons Dave and Traci and their son Michael, John and Darci and their daughter Taylor Sauer and her husband Jordan, and his daughter in law Julie and her daughters Haley and Lauren. He is also survived by his grandsons Marc, Jim and Jennifer Annis as well as seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on June 22 at 11 a.m., at St. John's Episcopal Church located at 500 Park Shore Drive in Naples, Fla. 34103.
In lieu of flowers, Dr. Hampton suggested a donation to your favorite charity or The Salvation Army.
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Memories and Condolences
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Heidi Clay
June 6, 2021
Dr. Hampton was a joy to be around. He was such a wonderful Doctor and gave the best care. He took time to listen and you never felt rushed. He is as dearly missed today as when he went to heaven. God Bless Dr. Hampton and his family.
September 19, 2019
I guess I don't keep up with the news as I should. Only today stumbled on Dr. Hampton's obit.
Once I finished crying, I wanted to compose a little tribute.
I moved to Marco as as young RN in 1987.
Soon, I found myself working with Dr. Hampton at the Urgent Care Center.
Over those months, I grew to learn what a super doctor he was. Quick humor along with being generous and humble only made my shifts with him all the better.
Tomorrow, September 20, we will be missing an angel - he and I loved sharing the same birthdate. The Heavens are going to enjoy the earthy star we lost.
Heidi Clay
June 21, 2019
Dr. Hampton was the best doctor ever. He loved his family and was very proud of them. He gave his patients awesome care. He was one of the few doctors that would make follow up calls to make sure you were feeling better. Dr. Hampton did have quick wit and was a joy to spend time with. He will be missed but knowing that he is with his beloved wife Fran and his family in Heaven makes my heart smile. Rest in peace Dr. Hampton.
Kittie Griffith
June 20, 2019
June 20, 2019
We were saddened to get the news of my brother-in-law Dr. James Hampton's passing. He was a joy to talk to on the phone, he had a quick wit that always lifted my spirits. It is comforting to know that he is with his beautiful wife Fran. We were blessed to know this wonderful man.
Love & Blessings
Kittie Griffith
June 20, 2019
Dr. James Hampton was an outstanding Brother-In-law and a fine man.I will miss his cheerful telephone calls. He was always ready to hear my aches & pains and offered good suggestions for my cure. He will be missed but not forgotten. I am so happy he can be with his late wife Fran.
Much Love,
Kittie Hampton Griffith
San Marcos, Calif.
6-20-19
John Salm
June 19, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the news of Dr. Hampton's passing. He was a true classic as anyone who read one of his business cards could attest. My office staff and I will sorely miss him. Just such a great man. God Bless.
carlos paisan
June 19, 2019
i had the privilege of working with Dr Hampton or Jim as he liked to be called.I will miss his laugh, smile, and generosity.He's one of the kindest person and most caring man i had the privilege to work with.I'm sure him and Fran are dancing together again.God bless.You will be missed
Carlos Paisan
CKT
June 18, 2019
May the thought of knowing that family and friends share in your grief bring you a measure of comfort.Please read Prov.17:17
Jerry and Percy Mayersak
June 16, 2019
Although my husband Jerry and I only knew Jim for the last few years in Naples, we found him to be a wonderful and true gentleman. Through his many stories of his medical years, it was easy to see why he was so loved by so many. We will miss our get togethers with him, and all our laughs we would have. They don't make men like him anymore, he was a gem. We will miss you Jim. Rest in peace.
June 15, 2019
He was our family Dr. from 1957 until he moved from Argos. He was always there for us whenever we called him, even the middle of the night a couple of times. Condolences to all of is family. RIP Dr. Hampton.
The Palmer family
Hazel Palmer
June 15, 2019
Our family started seeing Dr. Hampton in 1957 and he was always there for us when we needed him. Condolences to his family. RIP Dr. Hampton.
Jean Wolfe
June 15, 2019
Peace and Prayers. Dr. Hampton will always be the standard I hold other doctors to...his care and concern made such a positive impact on the many lives beyond mine that he touched. The GREAT healer welcomes a wonderful earthly healer.
Terry Davis
June 15, 2019
I grew up in Argos in the 70's-80's. The Hampton family was the backbone of the community. Dr was always there for the discounted or FREE physicals for the sports programs. He was more than fair to our family with 6 kids The Hampton's were kind people with Integrity. The older I get the more I realize how much I learned by growing up in Argos.
David Keele
June 15, 2019
R.I.P Dr Hampton I remember the care you have me in my childhood. Prayers for your family
Pollyanna Montgomery
June 14, 2019
This was the greatest doctor of all times who took care of an entire town. If you grew up in Argos you know Dr Hampton. Doctors like this do not exist any longer in my opinion. He was kind, caring and just knew what was wrong with you without having to run to 10 different specialists. RIP
Debbie (Adams) Kilmer
June 14, 2019
I remember him as my doctor when I was very little. He was the only doctor that I remember that made house calls when you were ill. Very nice man and a very good doctor. Rest in Peace, Dr. Hampton. My sincerest sympathy to the entire family.
Lisa Knepp
June 14, 2019
He was a wonderful doctor. I know he saved my life with being up to date with what was going on. I have many great memories of him talking with me and caring.
Michelle
June 14, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. May you find strength and comfort from God's written word and from each other, during this most difficult time.
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