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Aug 2nd, 1948 - Dec 22nd, 2022Funeral Ceremony: 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery, Flora
Visitation: 6 until 8 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home
Michael E. Hamilton Sr., age 74, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022, at his home.
He was born August 2, 1948, in Flora, the son of Earl E. and Mildred (Neff) Hamilton.
Mike joined the U.S. Army at age 19 and served from 1967-69, including a deployment in Vietnam. He later served in the Air Force and the National Guard. He was hired during the opening of the Centralia Correctional Center and went on to retire after a career as a correctional officer. He also worked for Independent Builders and Jeff’s Auto, and held a longtime interest in cars and motorcycles. He was a talented craftsman, and enjoyed building decks and projects, small log-cabins, creating string art, working on puzzles, and collecting trains. Mike was of the Christian faith.
He is survived by a son: Michael E. Hamilton Jr. of Lugoff, South Carolina; a daughter: Amber (Kevin) Nix of Salem; a stepdaughter: Tammy (Scott) Meyer of Mt. Vernon; 4 grandchildren: Noah Nix, Christian Hamilton, Chelsi Hamilton, and Aracely Meyer; 2 great-grandchildren: Gus and Ava; siblings: Ava Siterlet of Springfield, Trudy (David) Koontz of Flora, Greg (Deanna) Hamilton of Flora, and Kim (Shari) Hamilton of Flora; special friend: Beverly Hamilton of Salem; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment with military funeral honors will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Visitation will be 6 until 8 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. The preferred form of remembrance in lieu of flowers are donations to the Clay County Cancer Crusaders, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Prayers & Peace to Family. Loving memories!
RIP my ole friend
Prayers for the family.
So very sorry God bless all the family and friends..
Trudy, Greg, Kim and Families: We are saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. So sorry for your loss. Please know that y’all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Thoughts and prayers to the family. Mike was one of a kind and a special person to my whole family!! Always had a good time matching sarcasm with him. Rest in piece buddy!!!
My dear friend, you’re going to be missed beyond measure. I tried calling you today, because I still couldn’t believe you were gone. At out age we’re no longer surrounded by friends, because so many have already passed on, but it was hard to hear it was you this time. Pat and I always enjoyed your visits and I looked forward to our next jaunt down the interstate, but it was not to be this time. I pray for the Lord’s blessings on your family as they deal with your loss. From a swabbie to a pounder, fair wind and following sea.
RIP in peace Mike. Prayers to the family
Mike will be missed by me and my family. He always enjoyed all the meals I fixed for him. He really enjoyed visiting with my kids and grandkids too. Rest in peace ❤️
So sorry for your loss, gone too soon, he was a good man. Prayers for the family.
I am very sorry for your loss and I will miss having coffee with him at the shop
Loved Mr, Mike, he was a great guy. prayers to the family!!
So saddened to hear this news. Such a special part of my high-school life. I will remember you always, Mike.
So sorry for your loss. All of the Hamilton family are very special to our hearts. Prayers for peace and comfort during this painful time.
RIP MIKE WE WILL MISS YOU. THINKING OF YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN THE DAYS AHEAD.
Sorry for your loss
We are so sorry for your loss, sending our love and prayers.
May you Rest In Peace. May God wrap His arms of love around you. Dennis and Sue Hampsten
So very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a great neighbor and friend. We will miss him.
Thoughts and prayers! Condolences to the family!
Dear Kim and family, We are so sorry for your loss. It was always fun talking to Mike. He was a nice guy. Praying for peace and comfort for his loved ones. Love, Donna & Pat
To all of you Hamilton kids I give my deepest sympathies. I’ll be thinking of you and hoping for comfort in your loss.
So many of our generation! Rest in peace, Mike! We will all meet again some sweet day! Prayers for all the family!
Sorry for your loss
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike for years. I pray you find peace and comfort in this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of the family.
We are so sorry for the passing on of your brother Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
I’m so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers are with you all! May God grant you much comfort and peace during this difficult time!
We are so sorry to hear Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤️
mike was a good friend we worked at north american lighting he was always at car shows
Our hearts go out to the family of this fine man....Sending hugs and tons of prayers for their healing!!
My console to the family 🙏
Prayers be with you and your family.
We are very sorry to hear about Mike! We always enjoyed his company at family thing!!! We are praying for you all!!!
My buddy for many years, now has gone on to see those that have gone on before him. R.I.P. Mike
So very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Praying for peace and comfort for his family and loved ones. RIP, Mike.
I am gonna miss Mike. No matter where we were, in IGA or Wal-Marts' grocery area or another business around Flora, he always asked "how are you?" And, he always put up with me and we would stand around for more than a few minutes and discuss local stuff and the worlds' problems. A very nice, smart & genuinely friendly guy.
Will miss you Mike! I guess I thought you would live forever!
We are so sorry for your loss. I can see Mike and Arch back together having the best of time.
We are sorry to hear of Mikes death, Prayers to the family.
Hello friends. I am so sorry to hear about Mike, my good neighbor. You all have such a wonderful family. With love and prayers, Dave Lewis
Such a nice guy. Looks like he had a very nice life. Prayers for the family.
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