In Memoriam - 2017

Kenneth E. Hamilton, age 67, of Edgewood, MD passed away on April 11, 2017 at his home. Born in Berea, KY, he was the son of Edward and Marie (Mullins) Hamilton. He retired from the Coast Guard after 22 years of service as an E8 Chief Engineer and from the Harford County Board of Education after 20 years where he worked as a HVAC technician. He was a life member of the Abingdon Fire Department, belonged to VFW Post 17, and was a longtime summer resident of Pleasure Beach in Waterford, CT. He played Senior Softball and was a yearly supporter of the Aberdeen IronBirds. Mr. Hamilton is survived by his wife, Cora Hamilton (nee Wordell); his son, Timothy E. Hamilton; daughter, Tammy (Sharaf) M. Mashaal; grandson, Gaberial S. Mashaal; sister, Susan (Ronnie) Sears; brothers, David Hamilton, Jeff Hamilton and Thomas Hamilton; many nieces and nephews; and his four legged chocolate companion Darby. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Thomas J. Hamilton and his sister, Carla Hamilton. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o of Mesothelioma Care, 405 Williams Court, Suite 120, Baltimore, MD 21220