Bob Hamilton's Obituary
Robert Joseph Hamilton “Bob”, 67, of Cornelius, died August 6, 2011 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Diane; son, Bryce and daughter-in-law Hilary of Kentfield, CA; daughter, Tyler and son-in-law Scott of Cornelius; brother, Scott and sister-in-law Susan of Ithaca, NY; and grandchildren Sawyer, Rafferty and Austen.
Bob was born on June 19, 1944 in New York City to the late Donald Joseph Hamilton and Ruth Wilson Hamilton. As a renowned storyteller, Bob often regaled his friends and family with tales of his childhood in the city, his time at the University of Michigan, and his travels and adventures as a 40-year veteran of the home textiles industry. He was known as the most gracious, tailored, colorful, loyal, gentle-hearted, quick-witted, articulate, storyteller of a husband, father, brother and colleague. He was the truest of gentlemen.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 11th at 2:00 pm at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davidson with Rev. David Buck officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The First Tee or the charity of your choice. Bob was a passionate golfer and believed golf taught great life lessons about integrity, sportsmanship and leadership to anyone willing to take that “long walk”.
Samuel S. James, FSL of Huntersville is serving the family. www.samuelsjamesfsl.com
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