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Bruce Hamilton Obituary

Bruce Hamilton Bruce Charles Hamilton, 71, of Walnut Creek, California, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2015. After a hard fought battle with lymphoma, he surrendered at home surrounded by his loving wife and family. Bruce was born as the third of four children. He moved to the Central Coast and retired as a small contractor in 2002. He was an athlete, ran seven marathons, cyclist, and loved the outdoors. He was a wine lover, 49ers fan, dog lover, and larger than life. He was known for his infectious laugh and generous nature. He is survived by his devoted wife, Pat Hamilton; sons: Sean Hamilton, Troy Hamilton, Jerry May, Andrew May, and Peter May; sisters: Nancy Weaver and Joann Abraham; and his brother, Steve Hamilton. His inner light will shine forever. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ritasrainbows.org. Sign his guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Sep. 13, 2015.

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The Love Birds, April 2011

Pati & Ryan Todd

October 5, 2015

Bruce was my best friend's, best friend and love of Pat's life. Bruce was our best man, and everyone's best man. How he will be missed! and by so many. May we all have his lust for life!

Anita Judd

September 29, 2015

I loved Bruce before I ever met him, beginning when I first laid eyes upon him: through binoculars, looking across the Atascadero hills, as we spotted him standing on his roof holding a sign declaring his love for Pat. It only got better from there. You know how it is with girlfriends; you want the best for them and never feel like any man is quite worthy of your friend? Well, for Pat's friends, Bruce was a dream come true. What a wonderful, amazing man, so funny, kind, smart, generous, fun to be with, animated, so full of vitality. Bruce, we loved you and we will miss you. Gone too soon, but will always be fondly remembered.

Rosa Lee & Karl Sonney

September 17, 2015

From the minute we met Bruce we loved him. What a guy!! Never a time that he didn't make us laugh. A super person anyway you look at it. Pat we love you and think about you all the time, our hearts are sad.

Karen Strom-Torrice

September 16, 2015

Rest in peace.

Mark Winkler

September 15, 2015

My heart goes out to Pat. I am so sorry for your loss. You and Bruce were such a fun and youthful couple. Many only dream of what you two had together.

September 15, 2015

My deepest sympathy to you and your family I know he will be dearly missed.
T.K. Tanner, Memphis, TN

Sean Hamilton

September 14, 2015

I appreciate the sentiments expressed by all of my friends and relatives. I look forward to being able to see him once again. Dad...I love and miss you.

Maria Moffa

September 13, 2015

My heart goes out to Pat and the rest of the family. I met Bruce once, and he made a lasting impression. May he rest in peace

Cassy & Andy Goehner

September 13, 2015

We are so heartbroken. This world has lost a great man. So kind and gentle and always ready to laugh and make the world a better place. Our love goes out to Pat and family. The love story shared between them has been an inspiration to all who know them. Bruce was a remarkable man and will live forever in our hearts!!

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