HAMILTON, William George ‘Bill’ Hamilton Obituary

HAMILTON, William George ‘Bill’ – We are sad to announce the passing of Bill Hamilton on Sunday, December 27, 2015 after a lengthy decline.

Beloved husband for 61 years of Joan Hamilton, father of John, Grant (Louis), Elizabeth (Rick), and Brad (Marissa); grandfather to Darcy, Stafford (Joanne), and Catlin Greer , great-grandfather to Elliot, Aowyn, and Emmett, uncle, great-uncle and great-great uncle to many.

Survived by sisters Betty Morrison (Milton) and Joyce Kennedy (Chicago).  Bill was the youngest child of William and Mary Hamilton of Toronto, predeceased by Annie Taylor, Helen McCready, Mary Williams, David, Agnes McCabe, and Marion Shields.

Bill and Joan were married October  8, 1954. Bill was a longtime educator with the Scarborough and Peel Boards, with music and French as special interests, and working with children his true passion. 

An appreciation of knowledge and the value of education led him to pursue additional opportunities, including a year of study in France. Music was a large part of his life and he loved nothing better than a sing-song around the piano.  At the age of 9, Bill accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour. As a lifetime member of the Brethren Assemblies, he played both the piano and the organ in worship services for many years.  He also shared his gift for music through volunteer work in nursing homes and schools. 

Many memorable summers were enjoyed at Eagle Lake, gardening and hosting friends and family.

Visitation will be held at Markham Bible Chapel, 51 Cairns Drive, Markham on Saturday, January 2, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., with service following at 12 noon. Interment will take place on Monday, January 4th in Wainfleet.

In lieu of flowers, please designate donations for Pathway Camp Ministries at www.icmsgo.com or by mail to Box 24, Stn. A, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6Z4. 

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