Jack Hamilton

JACK HAMILTON Click here to watch a video of Jack's life IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Jack Robert Hamilton, 84, of Idaho Falls, passed away October 14, 2007, at Mt. Vernon Assisted Living Center. He was under the care of Creekside Hospice. He was born April 3, 1923, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to John Robert Hamilton and Vada Lee Wood Hamilton. He grew up in Ucon and attended Fairview School. He graduated from Ucon High School. He served in the U. S. Navy during World War II as a First Loader. He married Lela May Woolf February 24, 1954, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They farmed north of town and ranched in Kilgore. Lela passed away February 21, 2000. He was a Mason and served as board member and chairman of the Progressive Irrigation District, as board member and chairman of the Agriculture Stabilization Board, on the County Conservation Committee, as board member and chairman of the Bonneville 4-H Fair Board, and as board member of the Bonneville County Cattleman's Association. Jack was inducted into the Agricultural Hall of Fame in February, 1996. He served with the United Way and Red Cross drives. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. The family would like to thank Mt. Vernon and Creekside Hospice for their kind and loving care. Survivors include: Son: John Hamilton, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Lori (Kent) Thacker, Idaho Falls, ID Sister: June Casper, Twin Falls, ID Son-In-Law: Robert Walker, Menan, ID 5 Grandchildren & 1 Great Grandchild He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a daughter, Jana Walker. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 18, 2007, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, with Bishop Tadd Jenkins of the Idaho Falls LDS Sage Lakes Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Thursday for one hour prior to the services, both at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. Masonic Rites will be performed at the cemetery by the Eagle Rock Masonic Lodge. -------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Patricia Noble On behalf of myself and my accounting firm; Wells & Benson, P.A., I want to express my sincere condolences and tell you that we will miss Jack. He came into our office often to either visit with myself or Carla Benson; oft times just to chat with Debbie- our receptionist. Debbie always got such joy from having Jack come in "just because". One day he called and said, "I want to come visit; but I can't remember how to get there!" We all chuckled with him when he finally made it. What an outstanding gentleman he was - always considerate and kind to us; and extremely appreciative of anything we did for him. Truly he will be missed; and it is my hope that you have many pictures and momentos to help keep his memory near and dear. May the Lord bless you as a family now that your father is gone-you were indeed blessed when you had him here. I must leave this evening for Boise as I have to attend continuing education for 3 days. I am so sorry to miss the services; but wanted you to know of our love for your father, grandfather & brother. Patricia Wells-Noble BYU-Idaho Accounting Office hansent@byui.edu The BYU-Idaho Accounting office wishes to offer our condolences to the family. We know the love Jana had for her father and we hope that you will feel our love for you and your family at this difficult time. Todd and Trena Peebles Sorry to hear about Jack's passing. We didn't know him well but he has always been held in high regard by those who did. I know that my mom, Jeneal Rasmussen, always enjoyed the time she spent with Jack and Lela in Kilgore. We sincerely send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Leo and Carol Romer We extend our deepest sympathy on the death of Jack. We knew him from long ago. Sandra & Dennis McCafferty Our sympathy to your family. I have some very fond memories of both your father and mother. I'm sure he will be missed. Sincerely, Sandra (Stoddard) & Dennis McCafferty Craig and Patricia Woolf cfwoolf@hotmail.com Sorry about your loss. Your father was a great man. I have fond memories of our family get- togethers. We were unaware of his passing until now. Our hearts go out to your family.