Hamilton, Don

May 16, 2024

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Date of Service: May 24, 2024

DONALD “DON” GORDON HAMILTON, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Faye Hamilton, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the age of 85 years.

Don is survived by his son, Terry (Toby) Hamilton and their children: Teryn (Talon) Berlando, Taniell (Andrew) Hamilton and Trisha (Rob) Collins; daughter, Joanne (Kendall) Perrett and their children: Jordan (Andrea) Perrett and Raeanne (Chris) Perrett; stepson, Mark (Naomi) Vucurevich and their son Lorenzo; stepson, John Vucurevich; stepdaughter, Jill (Trevor) Wilson and their son Raevis Easton; and great-grandchildren: Brayson and Donny Berlando, Caelan Perrett and Charlotte Collins.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Shirley Hamilton; and two brothers, William Hamilton and Robert Hamilton.

Don was born and raised in Lethbridge, Alberta. He worked hard in the building supply industry for numerous years. In 1972, he ventured out on his own, opening his first store in Lethbridge. Don worked along with his son, Terry, and together, they created a successful business.

Don enjoyed many things in life, including travel, fishing, golf, woodworking, and playing poker at the casino. He enjoyed time with his family and friends, and was known for his excellent sense of humour.

The family would like to thank the ICU staff at the Chinook Regional Hospital for their excellent care.

A Viewing will be held at FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1614 – 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, May 24, 2024 at 12:00 Noon, with a Funeral Service to follow at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Bruce Martin officiating.

Don will be laid to rest in Archmount Cemetery.

Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Hamilton families, I got to know Don over the years through my great friendship with Sean Ryan. Don's Building Supplies was a great customer of Gas King's for many years too - business we truly appreciated! We socialized a bit, golfed together on occasion & I was even lucky enough to be invited by Don as Sean's guest on a building supply cruise in the mid 1990s. I had great time with Don, Terry & Sean on the cruise & got to know Don even better. He was a well-respected businessman & ran a very successful company with integrity. (Sean spoke very highly of Don!). RIP Don - you will be missed by many.

Brent Morris & the Gas King Team, May 24, 2024

My deepest condolences on the loss of Don. He was the best boss you could work for and a kind soul. He will be missed greatly.

Diane Wilkie Josephison, May 23, 2024

Joanne and Kendall, Condolences to you and your family.

Dianne Sullivan, May 23, 2024

Our condolences to Joanne & Terry, and all the extended family. Donny was our Boss, but also a friend and Mentor. A very smart business man, and always had a way to say the right things at the end of a hard day, just to make you feel better. His legacy continues on with all of us, as we're all successfully still supplying Drywall, Building supplies & Roofing thanks to Donny's mentorship. From the Don's Boys, Sean, Paul, Stevie, Mike, Lane & Marcel

Sean Ryan , May 22, 2024

My condolences to the entire family of Don, especially Terry and Toby and the girls, Joanne and Kendall and their two great kids and of course Faye and her family who really loved and cared dearly for Don after the passing of Shirley in 2001. He was a very special man with an incredibly kind heart and a love for life. Terry and I were best friends growing up and Don treated me like a family member and was a great role model for myself and many other kids growing up around him. Many great years at the cabin in Wasa, boating, big camp fires and gathering of close friends. I also had the opportunity to work with Don and Terry for many years in the business, Don's Building Supply, which he always operated with such integrity and loyalty to customers. We went on many fishing trips over the years and he always made the trip so enjoyable with his wonderful demeanor, good natured humor and ribbing. He was so wonderful to my girls and there was always something special coming out of his workshop at Christmas. Don will be dearly missed by everyone that knew him. A very special gentleman.

James Szarko and Family, May 22, 2024

Greg, Brent and Families. I'm sorry to hear of Don's passing. Take care.

Dixie Styner, May 22, 2024

To Don, “Hammer”, my long-time poker buddy and seat neighbour (seats 7 and 8), you’ll be missed by myself and the “regulars”. Get that poker game going in heaven and I’ll see you when I get there. RIP.

Jeff T, May 21, 2024

Dear Perrett Family, Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Rick and Mary Jane Linton, May 21, 2024

Condolences to the Perrett family. I am sorry to hear about the passing of Don. I remembered Don as having a great sense of humour and full of laughter. May you find comfort with the happy memories that you have shared with him

Fawn Lagimodiere, May 19, 2024

Very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He will be greatly missed by all his poker buddies at the Casino. He was always fun to joke with and always pleasant to be around. RIP Hammer.

Dave Olson, May 18, 2024

Hamilton, Don

Date of Service: May 24, 2024

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