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Eleanor Hamilton Obituary
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LAGRANGE - Eleanor J. Hamilton, 85, of LaGrange, died Wednesday April 13, 2011 at home.
Born January 30, 1926 in Spokane, Washington she was the Daughter of John & Esther Ostrom Osterback. She was a Graduate of Lewis & Clark High School in Spokane, Washington and received her BA from Marist College and her M. Ed from C.W. Post University. She was an English Teacher at Arlington High School for 20 years and retired in 1991.
On June 16, 1951 at the Swedish Covenant Church in Spokane, Washington she married James R. Hamilton. he Pre-Deceased her on June 29, 2005.
She attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Wurtemburg in Rhinebeck, NY.
She enjoyed the Arlington Retired Teachers Association, was very active at Gold's Gym in the Silver Sneaker's program,
She was a house parent at the Greer School and was involved with their Alumni.
Eleanor was devoted mother, grandmother and aunt.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed doing a crossword puzzle a day. Loved to travel, teach and play the piano. She enoyed spending Summer Vacations with her daughters attending the Newport Music Festival in Newport, R.I.
She is survived by her daughters and their husbands: Deborah & Michael Dribnak of Niwot, Colorado and Caroline & Edmund Matuk, Jr. of Clinton Corners, NY. Daughter Gayle Dosio of Poughkeepsie, NY and Tina Hamilton Newport, R.I.. Brother & Sister-in-law: Vernon & Norma Osterback and Sister: Dolores Bauer both of Spokane, Washington. Grandchildren: Michelle, Matthew, Bryan, Michael, Francesca, Edmund,III and James. A Cousin Donald Gothberg of Rhode Island. Many Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces and Nephews. Visitation is Friday April 15, 2011 5-7 PM at the Wm. G. Miller & Son F.H.,Inc., 371 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. Funeral services will held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home and burial will follow at the family plot in Nine Partners Cemetery in Millbrook, NY.
Memorial Donations to the Newport Music Festival, PO Box 3300, Newport, R.I. 02840 or The U.S.O., PO Box 96322, Washington, DC 20090-6322.
If you need directions or wish to send an online condolence please visit our website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Hamilton
April 23, 2011
My deepest sympathy to her family--she was a warm & lovely lady. Mary Ann (Packer)Cooper Webster...Ma Packer's daughter.
EVE WILLIAMS
April 20, 2011
TO ALL WHO KNEW THIS GENTLE LADY KNOWS WHAT A POSITIVE TOUCH SHE GAVE OUR LIVES..I FOR ONE AM GLAD THAT SHE ENTERED MY LIFE. PEACE DEAR LADY..PEACE.
Jacqueline MacGregor
April 19, 2011
It saddens me so the passing of "Mom" Hamilton. She was such an inspiration to me as a young girl. She molded me into the woman I am today. I remember going to Ohio for a vacation to visit Jim's parents one winter with my sister, Jim and her. Deborah and Gayle were babies in Greer Cottage way back then. I am so glad I reconnected with her at the 2010 reunion. My heartfelt condolences to her family. She will be remembered fondly by everyone who knew her. With much love. . .
April 19, 2011
It saddens me so the passing of "Mom" Hamilton. She was such an inspiration to me as a young girl. She molded me into the woman I am today. I remember going to Ohio for vacation with my sister, Jim and her to visit his parents one winter. Deborah and Gayle were babies in Greer Cottage way back then. My heartfelt condolences to the family. She will be remember fondly by everyone who knew her. With much love . . .
Charmi Neely
April 19, 2011
I have so many memories of Mrs. Hamilton, when she and Mr. Hamilton were my houseparents at Greer Cottage. They, and their children, were all a part of my childhood. I'm so pleased that I was able to speak with her again at our last reunion. She was a very gentle and caring person and will be truly missed.
April 19, 2011
Eleanor and Jim were wonderful houseparents at Greer. They were kind and gentle, but managed to keep sometimes unruly adolescents in line.
Dr. Don Brown
Anne Meyrowitz-Foster
April 19, 2011
So very glad that I was able to see Eleanor at the Greer School's 2010 Reunion. I had Jim as my 7th Grade teacher. They were both very special and gracious people - setting an excellent example for living Life. We are all blessed to have known them.
Peggy Sparks
April 18, 2011
Eleanor was a sweet & warm person. Someone you felt you could confide in & she would listen. She & Jim helped me make my move from Greer to Minnesota over 52 years ago. God Bless her.
Bruce Bevins
April 17, 2011
I recall Eleanor as a friendly colleague who was upbeat and always had a smile for you. God bless her and her family.
Carrie Zografos
April 16, 2011
My grandmother's older sister, Aunt Eleanor has always had such a special place in my heart. Her generosity and kindness I always appreciated and her love for learning and books I always admired. She inspired me to take on cross word puzzles - she made it look so fun and do-able. Unfortunately I never made it out of the "easy" section of my book. A beautiful, intelligent, loving woman. I feel lucky for the experiences I shared with her and her family. I love you, Aunt El.
Debbie Strehl (AHS class of '89)
April 15, 2011
Although, I never had her as a teacher at AHS, I remember her fondly as I would find my friend, Mike (AHS class of '88), hanging out in the halls. Over time, I knew which class he was skipping out on. She knew me only by face as I would bring him to her class, open up the door to shove him in & close it behind me. She would give me a nod to say Thanks. I ran into Mike just a few weeks ago. We always talk about that memory. 8-) To the Hamilton family-I'm sorry for your loss. May the memories you created together help bring you comfort. What a beautiful photo of her. May she rest in peace.
Mildred Hamilton
April 15, 2011
Eleanor was a wonderful sister-in-law. I will miss her warmth and loving nature. She loved her family and God.
Mary Sutton
April 14, 2011
Although I knew Eleanor for a short time in the Silver Sneakers program I came to look forward to seeing & talking with her. She had such an interest and enthusiasm in life it made her seem like a very young person in an older body. Eleanor touched many in the program and will be sorely missed by all her friends. Blessings and condolances to her family.
Steve Gothberg
April 14, 2011
The highlight of our summer, when we were kids, was the annual trip to our cousins and to see our favorites, "Uncle Jim and Aunt Eleanor". Aunt Eleanor's quiet strength, warm smile and easy laugh always made us feel more than welcome and part of her family. We will miss but always remember Aunt Eleanor...
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