of Mountain View, AR
November 4, 1922 - November 4, 2010
Chester Hamilton, 88, of Mtn. View, Arkansas entered into rest on November 4, 2010 in Mtn. View, Arkansas.
Chester was born November 4, 1922 in Kaw City, Oklahoma to McKinley and Ethel (Kelley) Hamilton. He was of the Baptist faith and retired as a brake press operator. He served in the Air Force during World War II.
He is survived by his children: Tammy Smith and husband Robert of Sayre, Pennsylvania; Cheryl Hartman and husband Bob of Muskegon, Michigan; Ronny Hamilton and wife Christine of Utah; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and four brothers, Bob, Vaughn, Bill and John Hamilton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, McKinley and Ethel Hamilton; two sons, Jim and Timmy Hamilton; one brother, Ted Hamilton and two sisters, Edith Highland and an infant sister.
Visitation is 5 8 p.m., Sunday, November 7, 2010 at Roller Coffman Chapel, Mtn. View.
Funeral service is 1 p.m., Monday, November 8, 2010 at Roller Coffman Chapel, Mtn. View with Bro. Ron Marlin officiating and interment in Kelley-Ford Cemetery, St. James Community, Mtn. View.
Pallbearers are Paul Wakefield, Johnny Whitfield, Jaden Whitfield, Jacob Whitfield, Mark Willis and Nathaniel Freeman. Honorary pallbearers are Drew Smith, Alex Smith and Jim Hamilton, Jr.
Roller Coffman Funeral Home, Mtn. View is in charge of the arrangements.
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18 Condolence(s)
Lila Holmblade
Saturday, November 13, 2010
My deepest sympathy to you Tammy. I did not know your Dad very well, but do remember the few times we were together. Love, Aunt Lila
Paulette Highland
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Ronny, Cheryl and Tammy: I will miss Uncle Chet. I'm thankful for the memories of good times with the family. I remember growing up and looking forward to Uncle Chet and Aunt Beryl and the boys visiting every couple of weeks. Us kids had fun playing on the farm. I especially remember Uncle Chet making home made banana ice cream in the middle of the summer one time. It was the best ice cream I had ever eaten. Also memories of sitting at grandpa and grandma Hamilton's and of him playing his guitar with grandpa and all of us singing and laughing. Memories are all we have now. The last words he said to me were "keep looking up." With heart felt sadness to all.
Skinny Blair
Monday, November 8, 2010
God be near to all of his family at this time.....I will miss him...
Debbie Blevins
Monday, November 8, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you from your Vital Link family.
Alaina Wakefield
Monday, November 8, 2010
He will be missed so much, I was so lucky to grow up so close to him and be able to be a part of your family. He always had a kind word and sweet smile.
Jon Birkey
Monday, November 8, 2010
Chet will be missed greatly by all us who ever played music with him.
Dawn Branscum
Monday, November 8, 2010
Tammy and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He was such a sweet person. He will be greatly missed. Just lean on God. I know what you're going through; and you are all in my prayers.
Dawn (SCMC Admissions)
Skip Boatman
Sunday, November 7, 2010
I didn't know Mr Hamilton very long...only met him once. My heart and best wishes goes out to Tammy and the rest of his family. My thanks to the family for Mr Hamilton's service to his country. God Bless you all.
Carlos and Maryanne Canales
Sunday, November 7, 2010
We loved Gabby so much and look forward to seeing him again! He loved the Lord, life, and everyone he befriended. He was a great teacher and mentor. He taught me, with patience, how to do a good job while working at Shaw Walker. Gabby, we will certainly miss you and can't wait to see you again old friend! Tammy, our prayers are with you and your family.
Linda, Paul, Keith, & Eric Martin
Sunday, November 7, 2010
For Ronny, Cheryl, And Tammy:
Uncle Chet will be missed by me and all of the family and friends who knew and loved him. I will miss his phone calls and chatting with him about anything and everything. Our prayers go out to all of you and your families. Our love to all of you. Linda & Family
Daryl Mixon
Sunday, November 7, 2010
What a great friend to have had. We loved playing the song Wheels and his guitar harmony was outstanding. He and his train sound will be long remembered as well .A fine man he was.
butch and linda
Sunday, November 7, 2010
the month we had this summer was great, lots of laught,s lot,s of good food and lot,s good conversation,s we will miss Chet very much, love butch and linda yager
Tracy Clevenger
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Tammy, So very sorry for the loss of your dad. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Orshaw Family
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Pam, Matt, Laura and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
Ellen M Fisher
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Tammy,
Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Love,
Aunt Ellen
Mark von Destinon
Saturday, November 6, 2010
As a kid I always looked forward to visits from "Ham" and Mary. He always had time for the kids and made us feel like we were important. I remember being fascinated by him cooking breakfast. He would take two eggs in each hand and crack them all into the pan at the same time without breaking a yolk!! I have so many good memories of Chet throughoutthe years. They will be with me always.
Larry and Sheila Nix
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Chester......You were LOVED by your family and friends beyond words.
Rod Davis
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Chet was a real gentleman and Christian man. We had lots of laughs together and played some good music. It was a pleasure to know him.