River Allen Hamlin

River Allen Hamlin obituary

River Allen Hamlin

River Hamlin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. on Mar. 14, 2026.
River Allen Hamlin, infant son of Kayla Mae Lawrence and Jermiah "Mitch" Hamlin, was born January 13, 2026, and passed away March 13, 2026.

Though his time on earth was brief, River brought immeasurable love and joy to his family. He will forever be cherished and remembered by those who loved him.

Those left to treasure his precious memory are his loving mother, Kayla Mae Lawrence; father, Jermiah "Mitch" Hamlin; brothers, Easton Lawrence and Weston Lawrence; grandmothers, Alisha Smith and Paula Cleek; grandfather, Rick Hamblin; and other extended family members and loved ones.

Though he was here for only a short time, River's life touched many hearts and he will be loved and remembered always.

Family will receive friends 10AM-12PM, Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Graveside Service 12PM, Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Browns Chapel Cemetery in Palmer, Tennessee.

Interment at Brown's Chapel Cemetery in Palmer, Tennessee..

Share memories, photos and condolences at www.whitwellmemorialfuneralhome.com

Arrangements by Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. 423-658-7777.

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