Obituary of Robert Deleo Hamilton

HAMILTON - On Thursday, May 18, 2006, Robert D. Hamilton, late of Regina, passed away at the age of 87 years. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen, his parents; his brothers Tom and Dan, and his sister Ethel. Robert is survived by his son Barry and his daughter Laura; daughter Janet (Rick) Friedt and their children Stephen, Lisa (Keith) Boschman, Nathan (Chelsey); great-grandchildren, Tayller and Benjamin; sisters June and Lucille; brother-in-law Sid and numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was born on November 1, 1918 in Maple Creek. He grew up on a ranch near Wasa, British Columbia. Robert loved the Yukon where he worked for many years and met his wife Kathleen. Shortly after they married in 1952, they moved to Regina where he worked with his brother-in-law Sid Brander building power lines throughout the province. He later worked in construction on many large projects in Regina. Robert enjoyed his retirement years building furniture and spending time with his children and grandchildren. The family wishes to express special thanks to the nurses and staff at William Booth Wascana Grace Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Robert. Thanks also to Dr. Clein, Dr. McMillan and Dr. De Witt. He will forever be loved and missed. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 22nd at 1:00 p.m. in St. Pauls Cathedral, 1861 McIntyre Street. Interment in Riverside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, friends so wishing may make donations, in memoriam, to William Booth Wascana Grace Hospice, 50 Angus Road, Regina S4R 8P6. An on-line book of condolences may be signed at www.speersfuneralchapel.com