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Catherine Ann Hamlet
1935 - 2013
Catherine Ann Hamlet
1935 - 2013
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BORN
1935
DIED
2013
Catherine Hamlet Obituary
Cathy was the 7th of 10 children. She graduated from Ventura High in 1953 and married Ed Hamlet on December 19th of that year. As a U. S. A. F. military couple they lived in Pensacola, FL and Midwest City, OK, where they had their first son, Jeff in 1956. Then Elizabethtown, KY., and Sidney, NE before moving back to Ventura; where they went on to have Doug, Dan and Linda. After raising her children she graduated from college as an RN.
Cathy truly loved playing softball (short stop) and was featured on the front page of SPORTS in our local Ventura Star Newspaper when she was 56. She also loved camping, water skiing, and bowling with her friends from Buena Lanes and meeting them for Tuesday lunches!
Cathy lost her husband Ed (of 57 years) who succumbed to Alzheimer's in March of 2011; and now leaves behind her twin brothers, Larry (Donna) and Garry (Dora) of Ventura, her children, Jeff (Sue) of Paradise, Doug (Kathy) of Ventura, Dan (Kim) of Bend, OR., and Linda of Casitas Springs, eight grandchildren, Johnathon, Kristi, Dustin, Matt (Erin), Ryan (Gaby), Rebecca, Jenny and Scott, and two great-grandchildren.
At Cathy's request, there will be no services. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to
Buena Lanes Youth Scholarships
1788 S. Mesa Verde
Ventura, CA 93003 Attn: Diane
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Rod Jones
July 27, 2013
Viann and rest of Hamlet family and friends. So sorry for both your losses of mom and dad. The short time I knew them was a great thing.
Their smiles will be with all forever. Rod
Pam Marks Torres
May 13, 2013
To The Hamlet and Marks family. My deepest sympathy to you all. I truly understand the void that is left in your heart since the passing of your mom and sister, my Aunt Cathy. She was a special person and I really enjoyed talking to her over the years either on the phone or email. She helped me through my dads passing(her brother) Richard. What a very special person she was. She is now a special angel spending time with your dad and the Marks family that has passed. I will miss our conversations! Rest in Peace Aunt Cathy. Pam Marks Torres
Rockey Colboorn
May 10, 2013
Ma Hamlet always had a smile and a warm welcome. Only saw her play ball once - about 23 years ago - she was playing short and I remember thinking she was fearless. Condolences to Linda, Jeff, Doug, Dan and all her friends and family.
Jane Cousar-Baradat
April 29, 2013
Dear Hamlet family,
It is with great sadness I learned of Cathy's passing. I spent several years as a Hamlet girlfriend and loved getting to know Cathy. She was an amazing women with all of her talents as baker, chef, mechanic, nurse and athlete. I loved her potato peanut butter cookies at Christmas. She was always happy and smiling. God Bless you Doug, Danny, Linda and Jeff and all the extended family. I know your memories of mom will be a comfort to you all. She was a great lady.
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April 23, 2013
Linda, Doug and family. We've known you and played ball with you for years. Great memories, your mom enjoying every bit of her life and time she spent with her kids. I'm sure you have many memories that you will cherish forever. May you find peace in those memories. Keep smiling Cathy, rest in peace.
Sherry (Wilbanks) Lynch
George Williams
April 23, 2013
Doug, I am sorry to learn of your great loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
David Bailey
April 23, 2013
With Heartfelt Sympathy. Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Melinda Gomez
April 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers for Cathy's family. I played softball with and against Cathy. What an inspiration to us all. Heaven has gained one heck of a softball player. But don't worry, she can't get hurt sliding into the clouds. RIP Cathy. God Bless.
April 23, 2013
So sorry for your lost...I got to know Cathy at the Tuesday lunches... my mom Faye Keith and I give her family our condolences... Kelly Keith
Joe Windrem
April 22, 2013
Cathy Hamlet was my neighbor. I grew up across the street from her. I don't think I have ever known a person who smiled as much as she did. She was always warm and friendly whenever I talked to her. She is one of those people I will never forget because of her optimistic outlook on life. Our neighborhood will not be the same without her. She will truly be missed. Thank you, Cathy!
Bill Nardoni
April 22, 2013
My deepest condolences for Mrs. Hamlet and family. My two greatest moments of Mrs.Hamlet "and there where many growing up around the family" was when she hid in the garage when the Ventura P.D. showed up for one of the partys thrown by the boys and her working with Doug on his 52 Willeys truck. What a wonderful person.
Lee Coffey
April 22, 2013
Cathy Hamlet was the special Mother of the true Love of my life, Linda. I enjoyed watching or talking Dodger baseball with her. Her smile and wise words could always inspire you to keep on truckin' with a positive outlook.
Love you always, Lee Coffey
Kathy-Lee Spencer-Goch
April 22, 2013
Rest easy dear Cathy, you will surely be missed. I'm shocked and saddened by the death of our sweet friend. She was such a kind and gentle soul and always so concerned for others in our weekly lunch bunch. None of us will be the same without her.
My deepest condolences to the family.
susette todd
April 22, 2013
hugs to all of you I am so sorry for your loss
Michael Richardson
April 21, 2013
Peace be with you all.
April 21, 2013
My sympathy to te family. I did not know her well since I left Ventura andwent into the AF. I am sorry I will not see her in Oct at the 60th reunion but who knows what will happen. Anne Bousquet (Cummings class of 1953)
Susan Morgan
April 21, 2013
I spent many years playing softball against Cathy, some of the happiest times of my life. We always knew we needed to be at the very top of our game when we played Cathy's teams. She was a true inspiration to many of us--young, old, male, female, all of us. Her Doris Day smile and sparkling eyes were a joy to behold...but behind those eyes was one fierce competitor. Cathy was awesome! I am so lucky and glad I had the opportunity to know her. My sincerest sympathy to the Hamlet family.
- Susan Morgan
Mike Schaffels
April 21, 2013
Doug & Dan, I played baseball with you way back in the day & I remember your mom as being very supportive of you. My sincere condolences to you and your entire family. Mike Schaffels (VHS 77).
Liz Cornejo
April 21, 2013
Cathy is a true Hall of Famer in the world of women's softball and it was an honor being taught how to turn a double play and break one up by your mom. She was the winning spirit behind Hacienda and our many successes. She will be a winning addition to God's lineup!! Rest in peace my Friend.
Rene Ellis
April 21, 2013
Cathy was a beautiful person inside and out. I am so honored to have known her. Having the honor of being her teammate in Ojai was the highlight of my softball years. My goal was to be able to play at least as long as Cathy did... though I knew I'd never play as well as she could. She was my inspiration. Cathy always had a word of encouragement and was never without that beautiful smile. I can see her eyes sparkle now as I think of her. She was a wonderful, generous, kind and giving woman. They broke the mold when they made Cathy. My heartfelt condolences to her family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I adored this lady.
sandra romero`
April 21, 2013
my deepest sympathy to the family what remarkable woman she was and will always be .
RIP CATHY sleep w\ the angels...........................
Eleanor Arellanes
April 20, 2013
Sending condolences from the Arellanes family....I loved watching your mom playing ball at Foster Park with my mom, little did I know that I would end up playing ball with Linda. Your mom always had a smile for me and I was always happy to see such a friendly face. I know our family went way back. I pray for comfort to the family at this time. Blessings.
Bob Ruggels
April 20, 2013
Cathy has been my friend since Jr. High School days. She always had a smile and time to stop and talk.She and Eddy were very special friends of mine. Eddy was a Mound Schoolmate and his mother was the Mound School bus driver. We send our deepest sympathy to all of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob and Jean Ruggels
Shaddens
April 20, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family
anita cecil
April 17, 2013
My prayers and thoughts to all of you. Cathy was an amazing lady and a joy to spend time with. Although I haven't been out there for many years I have wonderful memories of camping/fishing and just spending time together. She will be sadly missed. Sending hugs to all of you. Anita (Anderson)Cecil
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