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Mabel Hamilton Obituary
Born in Mechanicville, NY, Mabel was the Daughter of John and Orean Amos. As a young girl her family moved to North Adams MA where she graduated from Drury High School in 1950. Mabel was known for her anointed voice and began performing as a soloist as a young girl.
Her professional career began at Sprague Electric in North Adams. Once she moved to Pittsfield she began what would become her life long career as a community advocate with a focus in child education and social work.
Mabel served as an advocate with Head Start and Follow Through. She testified at the U.S. Congress as the Parent Advisory Chairperson (PAC) with Head Start and served as the Parent Coordinator at Follow Through.
She also worked for Berkshire Training and Employment followed by employment at Berkshire Farm Services for Youth. She later retired from her professional career at the Department of Social Services.
Mabel faithfully served at Price AME Zion Church for 50 years. She was known for her God given gift to sing. She was often featured locally and at Church conferences throughout the AME Zion Church. As a member, she served in the Choir, as a Trustee, Head of Christian Education, Sunday School Superintendent, a Deaconess and Director of Christian outreach services.
Mabel is survived by her two sons Curtis and Bobby Hamilton, daughter Julie and son in law Kenneth Davis. Her brother James and sister in law Diane Amos. She was preceded by her son Carlton and daughter Valerie Hamilton.
She has a host of grandchildren; Dance (Dance Jr.) Hamilton, Christina Lewis, Schuyler and Jhyllian (Jordan) Goines. Sharrod (Shayla, La'Niyah, Kennedy) Quincy, Glenda (Alonzo) and Erica (Jonalyse, Elijah) Davis. She is also leaving behind a host of nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held at Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St. Pittsfield Ma. on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral service is May 6, 2021 at 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church located at 55 Fenn St. Pittsfield Ma.
The service will also be available through
www.PittsfieldTV.org
Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery, 1042 Church St, North Adams, Ma.
In lieu of flowers, donations made payable to "Woman of Color Giving Circle" can be sent to Dery Funeral Home to support the Rosemary Durant-Mabel Hamilton Scholarship for youth.
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Betty Coleman
May 5, 2021
May the peace of God rest on the family. She was a very loving person
Leslie Payne
May 5, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lynette Mason
May 4, 2021
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family! Mabel was such a blessing to everyone she met. So thankful for the tine I shared with her. Forever in my heart. May God continue to bless you all ❤
Rev. Kweli Ya-Saleem
May 3, 2021
May God continue to bless you. Know that Beloved Mabel served her Master well and her legacy will be an inspiration to the future of those who wish to follow.
My sincere condolences to the family, extended family, and friends.
Rev. Kweli Ya-Saleem
New Port Richey, Fl
judy boone
May 2, 2021
She was the sweetist, kind hearted woman''Always there for others' god bless'' Heart goes out to family'
John Bernardo
May 1, 2021
My condolences to the family. May the fond memories be a comfort and always be with you.
Nicole
May 1, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Teresa Oakley Smallwood
May 1, 2021
Dear Hamilton family,
My heart is heavy but filled with love and fond and forever etched memories of Mabel. Her generous spirit is the foundation of her legacy. She gave so much to each and everyone of us who were lucky enough to be in her life. Her love was deep and ever sincere. I share in your pain, but know that Mabel is at peace. I love each of you very much. May God Bless you all during this difficult time...."Love T"
Nakeisha Holley
May 1, 2021
Such a beautiful soul n the thirty years that I’ve known her she instilled in me Kindness! An To Help Others When Ever I Can! I’m Going To Miss Her! I Love Her
Kathy Winters
May 1, 2021
Bobby and Julie,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your Mom was a wonderful lady.
Sincerely,
Kathy Winters
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