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1945
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2017
David Hamaker Obituary
David was severely injured in a wind storm the week prior. He eventually died from complications of his injuries. His death was sudden and unexpected.
David was born July 31, 1945 to his parents, Rex and Lucille Hamaker, in Eugene, Oregon. He is the youngest of 3 children and is survived by his significant other Meridith Brown, sister, Karen Cochran, brother, Steve Hamaker (Cherry) and 4 children Katie Hamaker (Soo), Molly Hamaker-Teals (Chuck), Kristen Gyben (Pete), Ginny Gerard (Bill), seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
At the age of 18 he won the Oregon State Golf Championship and remained an avid golfer for the rest of his life. David was a successful business man. He spent nearly 30 years as President of Western Graphics Corp, Eugene, Oregon. After retiring, he directed his time and energy into supporting the Relief Nursery in Eugene, Oregon, Habitat for Humanity in Sisters, Oregon, the Lucy Curci Center at Eisenhower Hospital in Rancho Mirage, as a mentor at SCORE and at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Palm Desert. He played a significant role in the Al-Anon community in both Palm Desert, CA and Sisters, OR.
One of David's more rewarding and long term volunteer activities was as a big brother through the Big Brother Big Sister program in Eugene, Oregon. Throughout David's life, he mentored 2 wonderful boys as they graduated into adulthood.
There will be a celebration of life in both Palm Desert, CA and in Black Butte Ranch, OR. The services in Palm Desert will be at Rancho Las Palmas Golf Club on April 22nd from 4-6pm. The services in Black Butte, OR will be on July 24th from 1-3pm at the Black Butte Lodge.
In Lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice or one of the many organizations that David supported.
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Lee Hubbard
October 30, 2017
Such a warm heart and wonderful personality. Our family were friends of Dave's family growing up and attended South Eugene a year behind Dave. But the one day that I remember so vividly was 1968. I had returned from /viet Nam and sent to Fort Ord, Ca. Forty five days later I received orders to go back. With a little help I added a 30 day leave to the orders, so when I reported to Fort Lewis, Wa. the Army thought I was AWOL, Only my paperwork had the 30 day leave. I was ordered to report the the 525 Replacement company to await my fate. I entered the orderly room and announced my presence, and wondering what am I doing there. From the back room a loud voice yells, Lee Hubbard, is that you? I was so relieved to have a friendly voice cal out my name. Well Dave went to work and talked the Company Commander in assigning me to this same outfit. Instead of going back to Nam I was put in charge of a pool table, shuffle board table and a television, Thanks to wonderful Dve Hamaker, I coasted my last year of enlistment. Dave I know the golf courses in Heaven are just for you. God Bless you for helping a tired Nam vet from going back. Your family was truly blessed to have him in your life.
Sarah Klinghammer
April 23, 2017
With sympathy to Dave's family.
Sue
April 22, 2017
David was an incredibly kind and caring leader for his employees at WGC. My deepest condolences to his family.
Alphonso
April 22, 2017
To the family of David Rex Hamaker, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.
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Kathleen Nau
April 21, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to your prayers. God Bless
Kathleen Nau
April 21, 2017
David you will be missed dearly. Thank you for being an instrumental part of my son Dylan Arana's life. You were such a blessing. Because of your amazing heart, Dylan grew up to be a fine young man.
mike Favret
April 21, 2017
My favorite guy to play tennis with!!!
Thomas Sullivan
April 20, 2017
David was a great guy. I really enjoyed talking with him.
Larry Bunyard
April 17, 2017
This a loss of a valuable person and the deepest sympathy. David was a very special individual who was committed to improving the world in which he lived. His knowledge enable manny small businesses in Portland Area and Bend to utilized his expertise in the objective of creating a business. Larry Bunyard former SCORE District Director for Oregon.
April 14, 2017
To Meridith and to David's family, our deepest sympathy and regard for their abiding and marvelous love story, Gary and Gwenne
Terry Anderson
April 13, 2017
What a wonderful guy to be around. I will miss seeing him and enjoying his company.
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