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Risa leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. She is survived by her mother, Janice Hamilton; her five siblings, including Colleen Champlin, Denise Schaefer, Beth Hamilton, Brad Hamilton, and Brian Hamilton; her two children, Amber Bryant and Crystal Hull; her four cherished grandchildren, Parker, Terran, James, and Sawyer; and the love of her life, Travis Robertson. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother.
Risa attended West High School and continued her education at California State University, Northridge, graduating in 2011. She dedicated many years of her life to working for the State of California, retiring in 2013. After her retirement, she worked with a Crisis Response Team, Adult Protective Services, and as a substitute teacher.
Outside of her work, she taught yoga and self-defense. She was a range master as well as a massage therapist. She poured her heart into everything she did, always striving for excellence.
Risa had many hobbies that brought her joy, including crafts, gardening, racquetball, and antiques. However, her real joy came from the role of "Mema." Her love for her grandchildren was her truest purpose.
Risa will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her love and light will continue to shine in the hearts of those she touched. May she rest in peace.
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Colleen Champlin
March 7, 2025
Risa,
It should have been age before beauty. You were a beautiful person, inside and out. During the whole time we were growing up, we could always count on each other, no matter what. We kept each other's secrets, knew about each other's crushes, covered for each other, hung out together, and protected each other.
Growing up with a bunch of girls, there were times when we would fight against each other or some of the sisters would gang up on another. It would work itself out eventually. Then we would turn on the radio or record player and start singing to our favorite group. You would be the lead singer and Denise and I would be the backup singers. This continued on into our adult years at our family Christmas parties. We sang to Donny Osmond's song "Puppy Love," Tony DeFranco's "It's a Heartbeat, It's a Love Beat," David Cassidy's "I Think I Love You," and Shaun Cassidy, just to name a few.
These were just some of the boys whose pictures you would take from Tiger Beat Magazine's centerfold and pin on your side of the room, kissing them every night before bed.
This is just one small memory of our life together, growing up. I love you, Risa, and I miss you terribly. I will see you in Heaven someday.
Heidi Bryant
March 6, 2025
To the family of Risa, Anthony and I send our condolences. Love and faith will get us all through, memories and smiles are a plenty. Risa will always be in our hearts. Much love always, Anthony and Heidi
Louis
March 5, 2025
Safe travels on your latest adventure you will be remembered for the wonderful person you are. Always in my prayers Louis
Phil Benavidez
March 4, 2025
I was introduced to Risa in 2002, in the parking lot of LAPD Foothill station. I was told by my partner that she was the best parole agent. It only took a phone call at midnight, to see it was true. She helped me put a lot of bad guys back in prison. We soon became really good friends, finding out her Starbucks order was a chi latte, at 175°and no foam, (I believe that's right). She quickly became part of our family and she allowed us into hers. We'll always treasure the time we stayed with her at her home in Pismo Beach, and having to go through all the antique shops in town. We will forever love you, and have you in our hearts.
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Jose Ruvalcaba
March 4, 2025
Risa, you will always be loved and be remembered as we raise our son with the family values you shown us.
Travis Robertson
March 3, 2025
I cherish every moment I shared with you. I will love you till I die. Rest easy baby.
Melissa
March 3, 2025
Risa was my mentor when I became a parole agent in 2008. She took me under her wing and made sure to steer me in the right direction. She would say something I say all the time, "It´ll all come out in the wash." She was always put together beautifully and she was so talented. She was my teacher and one of my closest friends. Memories of her that I will forever cherish:
Her and her crazy long chai drink order at Starbucks
Her delicious treats
Her story of watching football with her dad and picking the Vikings because she loved the color purple
Breaking her collar bone teaching a class and asking me to get her purse so she could put on lipstick before the firemen got there
Her way with decor
Her love of the beach
Her great sense of humor
Her love for her daughters and her grandkids
Her love for her animals
She was beautiful inside and out and we didn´t have to talk every day for me to know she loved me.
You are now on an amazing vacation my sweet friend. I will see you again.
Brad Hamilton
March 3, 2025
I will always miss you! Sis
Chantay Freeland
March 3, 2025
Rest in Peace, Risa. I know you will be missed.
Mark John Freeland
March 3, 2025
I remember a simpler time. Be in peace lady.
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