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David L. Hamilton
1941-2010 JAMAICA, VT David L. Hamilton, 68 of Jamaica, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, in Jamaica.
Born in Jamaica, Vt., on Apr. 11, 1941, son of Charles and Ruth Jones Hamilton, David married the former Janet Bell on Dec. 26, 1972.
David was a full time caretaker and handyman for Mrs. Walsh (author Pearl Buck) for more than 10 years. He worked as an excavator for local contractors at the same time he was caretaking, lawn mowing and snowplowing for his individual customers. He owned his own excavating business for over 20 years.
David was a selectman for the Town of Jamaica for more than 20 years and was the acting Road Commissioner. He was a member of the Stratton Fire Department for many years and was Chairman of the VT Green Up in Jamaica for 15 years. He was the school bus driver for the high school for 2 years, then served as the substitute bus driver for the Jamaica Elementary School for a number of years.
David was a member of the Masonic Lodge MT. Lebanon #46 where he was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason. He was very active in supporting the Masonic Lodges Bingo and was Designated "Citizen of the Year." David was also an avid hunter and was extremely proud when he got his 8 pointer this past season stating, "This one didn't get away."
He leaves his wife, Janet, of Jamaica; his son, James David Hamilton, and his daughter, Darlene Hamilton, both of Jamaica; his brothers, Neil and his wife, Arlene, Hamilton of Minneapolis, Minn., and Alan and his wife, Dean, Hamilton of Newark, Texas; his sisters, Judy and her husband, John, Batutis of Jamaica, Helen Clark of Poultney, Vt., and Doris Winters of Berlin, Vt.; his sister-in-law, Marion Hamilton of S. Hadley, Mass.; many special nieces and nephews, and many, many dear friends.
He was predeceased by his brother, Charles Hamilton.
MEMORIAL NOTICE: A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at the South Londonderry Baptist Church at 11 a.m. The Masons will conduct a Masonic service as part of the memorial service. A reception will follow at the Masonic Lodge MT. Lebanon #46 in Jamaica.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that contributions be made to the Scholarship fund of the Masonic Lodge Mt. Lebanon #46, c/o BREWSTER FUNERAL SERVICE, P.O. Box 885, Manchester, VT 05255. To send personal e-mail condolences to the family please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Hamilton
Bob and Cathy Walther
February 27, 2010
Tootsie,
We are so sorry to hear about David. We can't imagine how awful this is for you. We send our thoughts and prayers and hope in time, you will find comfort.
Love, Bob and Cathy Walther
David Plants
February 24, 2010
I will miss my dear friend. His truck trudging up my driveway was always a welcome sight. Our conversations were warm and friendly, but then we were discussing a place we both love, Vermont. David and I worked on many projects together over the almost 20 years since we met. From moving the outhouse to building the septic field. Planting trees and cutting down trees. He did all of his projects properly. I consider David a wondeful Vermonter, and will miss him for he represented the fabric of the old Vermont we all love and need to try hard to maintain. When you drive up Pikes Falls Road, as David must have done 20,000 times, drive slowly, and help a stanger in distress if need be, just as David would have done.
Let us all honor David by honoring Vermont. God Bless you David
February 20, 2010
I had the pleasure of digging test pits with David. He was a hard worker, and always pleasant. The last time I saw him he was out with some young people on Green Up Day picking up West Jamaica Road. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Liza Sargent
February 20, 2010
Dear Friends, We are so sad for allof you.we will remember David always as such a special man,always so pleasant we were fortunate to have met on visits to Mn. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Love, Mike & Clarice Nitti
St Paul,Mn
Nancy & Joe Carroll
February 19, 2010
Janet, Darlene, Jimmy and Hamilton Family,
Words cannot express the loss you all must feel with David's passing. He was always there for so many who needed his help, his friendship, his support and encouragement. David's subtle humor brightened many a day in my parents TuckAway Farm home. I am forever grateful that Joe and I were able to meet once more with you and David in Alaska. His footprints will forever by noted in our hearts.
Withe deepest condolences and love, Nancy Costello and Joe Carroll
Lisa Perry
February 19, 2010
Dear Helen and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. A sudden loss of a brother is hard to take. What makes it even harder for you is still dealing with your emotions of the past months. You are in my prayers and thoughts. My heart goes out to you.
The Hamers
February 19, 2010
We love you Janet!Anything you need we are here for you always.
Charlie Record
February 18, 2010
I worked with David many times over the past 20 years and it was always a pleasure. He always had a smile and a good sense of humor and was never afraid to roll up his sleeves and give a hand. He was a good man. My condolences go out to the Hamilton family. Sorry for your loss.
Ron and Emily Underwood
February 18, 2010
Ron and I want to express our synpathies to you and your family in the tragic loss of David - We will miss seeing him around town. I have many memories of David from going to school with him for 5 years. He was always full of humor and fun. I know that your faith will help you get through this tragic time as it did me many years ago - 43 years ago - Family and friends are the most helpful during this time. God bless all of you and may all of the happpy memories help to comfort you all....
Pat Paquette
February 18, 2010
Dear Janet and family,
Words cannot express our sorrow for your loss.
Being in Jamaica will never be quite the same for us without Dave.
We always looked forward to seeing him.
He was such a hardworking man. A very king and gentle soul.
We will forever miss him.
Sincerely,
Pat and George Paquette
Lyman and Donna Whitman
February 18, 2010
Janet and family, it is with great sorrow to hear of David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was a wonderful person and we remember him fondly from the work we did for him.
Lyman and Donna Whitman (Shaftsbury, Vt.)
Dain LaRoche
February 18, 2010
As a boy I looked up to David and thought "That is the kind of man I want to be." Little did I know how high I set my sights.
Jeff & Terry Smith
February 18, 2010
Tootsie & Family,
Those who mean the most to us are never really gone, They are in our hearts and in our thoughts, and there enduring memory lives on, So may you and your family find that passing time that can somehow heal, Those memories will ease your loss and the sadness. You have lost a beloved Husband and Father, and I've lost my Greatest Friend - A Brother...
February 18, 2010
Dear Janet and family, We are truly sorry for your loss. Dave was such a wonderful caretaker of our property, and we always enjoyed our conversations with him, particularly about the wildlife in Vermont and the happenings in the area. We will miss him, as our visits to Vermont won't be the same without seeing Dave. Dave and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Val, MaryAnn, Matt and Andrea Imbriaco
Larry Gutterman
February 18, 2010
There was never a time while walking along Pikes Falls Rd. with my dog that I didn't look for and hope to find David working in his wood pile or excavating or just tinkering around his mother's house. Always stopping in the middle of the road just to say hello as he drove by. There was something constant and it made the world right seeing him. Always with a smile and a wave going to or from as he passed by. Anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him knew that this was a good and honest man.
The Hamilton family has my most sincere condolences. May his memory be for a Blessing. ?"?
Larry Gutterman
Bayonne, NJ & Stratton, VT
Jeffrey, Marie, Hunter & Arianna Smith
February 18, 2010
The Hamilton Family,
"Words, however kind, can't ease your heartache, but those who care, and share your loss wish you peace of mind. May you find the strength in the love of family, and in the warm embrace of friends"
February 18, 2010
JANET AND FAMILY, WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DAVID HE WAS A KIND AND GENTLE MAN IT WAS A PLEASURE TO KNOW HIM ,THE MIRAMONTES FAMILY (JAMICA&FLORIDA)
Francis Coburn
February 18, 2010
Janet so sorry to hear of David's passing. He will be remembered fondly. Clem and Cheryl Coburn West Wardsboro,VT
Rhonda Brown
February 18, 2010
Words cannot express our heart felt sympathy to you and your family.
Carl and Rhonda Brown
Gene & Karen Trombley
February 17, 2010
So sorry to read of David's passing. He was a kind and thoughtful cousin.
Charlyne Harrington
February 17, 2010
Dear Janet and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Charlyne Harrington
Sara and David
Mary Tier
February 17, 2010
Janet and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss and all those who were blessed to have known him. May God be with each one of you during this difficult time and the days that follow. What a wonderful person he was, with that Hamilton smile and laughter. We will truly miss him. Love and Prayers, Everett Jr and Mary Childs(Tier)
Chris Merrill
February 17, 2010
Janet & Family
David maybe gone from this earth but his kindness and all he has done will remain in our hearts always. He will be greatly missed. rember the good times and it will get you through the the hard days ahead . with the deepest sympathy Chris & Butch Merrill
February 17, 2010
Janet and family...So sorry to hear of your loss...May family and friends see you thru ..God bless and comfort...
Cousin Irene (Styles)Huard
Claire Holton
February 17, 2010
The light of a distant star continues to reach the earth long after the star itself is gone....The light and love that David gave you will continue to shine in your hearts. Words just cannot express my heart-felt sympathy to you and yours Janet. BE BLESSED... GOD IS WITH YOU...ALL THE WAY...
February 17, 2010
Janet and family,
It's never easy to say good-bye, but now and then we'll all feel Dave's presence in a familiar, comforting way... And we'll feel as if he knows we're all thinking of him... May Dave's sweet soul rest in peace. He will be GREATLY missed as a loving husband, father, brother, AND lifelong friend...
Gail and Peter Stich
Jason Clatterbuck
Jason Clatterbuck
February 17, 2010
Janet and family,
It's never easy to say good-bye, but now and then we'll all feel Dave's presence in a familiar, comforting way... And we'll feel as if he knows we're all thinking of him... May Dave's sweet soul rest in peace. He will be GREATLY missed as a loving husband, father, brother, AND lifelong friend...
Gail and Peter Stich
Jason Clatterbuck
Erik Paquette
February 17, 2010
Sorry to hear about your loss. Dave meant alot to my family and all he did for my father.
Erik Paquette
Wells, Maine
Catherine Nemchek
February 17, 2010
"I have found the paradox that if I love until it hurts, then there is no hurt, but only more love." Mother Theresa
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
The Nemchek family
February 17, 2010
With much love-may your memories comfort you during this difficult time!
Emma, Dianna, Dillon, Devon and Maxx
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