J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Hamilton, Betty D.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Betty Douglas Hamilton, 79, of Petersburg passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. A native of Newport News, she was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Joseth Douglas and Nellie Ellen Jones Douglas; her brother, Russell E. Douglas; her husband, Lloyd Grover Hamilton, Jr. and her son, Raymond Moore Hamilton. Betty was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church who sang in the choir and attended the Lydia Sunday School class. She retired from Sears after 30 years of employment and was currently working at Southside Regional Medical Center as well as tourism with the City of Petersburg. Betty is survived by her children, Howard D. Hamilton and wife, Pam, Judi H. Cole and husband, Jerry, L.G. “Butch” Hamilton, Kaye H. Panos and husband, Gus, Wm. Oakley Hamilton and wife, Wanda and Anne H. Simmons and husband, Gary; 16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service on tonight, Friday, October 30, 2009 from 6 to 8 pm. A funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at the funeral home. A graveside service will follow at 2 pm on Sunday, November 1, 2009 at Peninsula Memorial Park in Newport News. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 3916 S. Crater Rd., Petersburg, VA 23805. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Howard, Pam and all,
I was so sorry to hear about Betty's passing. I returned home yesterday from vacation so missed the funeral. Betty and I worked together for several years and she was always very pleasant to have around. My thoughts are with all of you.

Betsy Butler

Posted by: Betsy Butler at November 9, 2009 01:11 PM

I had the pleasure of being a member of her family for a short while. Nanny always treated others with love and respect. I wish my son, her great grandson, Christopher could have known her longer. I will miss her very much.

Christine Atwood

Posted by: Christine Atwood at November 5, 2009 10:54 PM

I worked with Betty at the different museums and visitor centers. I enjoyed every minute. A wonderful, sweet person and a marvelous sense of humor. She will be missed.

Posted by: Joyce Rash at October 30, 2009 05:31 PM

To the Family of Mrs. Betty Hamilton,
My heart is saddened today to hear of Mrs. Hamiltons passing. I worked with Mrs. Hamilton for many many years at SRMC in Patient Registration until I moved to Texas almost 2yrs. Mrs Hamilton was a joy to work with and she would always bring something special at different times. To show she cared for you. She will truly be missed by those who knew and loved her.

Posted by: Michelle Wynn(Houston,TX) at October 30, 2009 11:44 AM

To the Family of the late Betty D Hamilton, I send condolence. Wishing only the best I am, for she who has stepped further into ever brighter pastures.

Posted by: Khalil Shabazz at October 29, 2009 11:54 PM

Dear Hamilton Family:

I had the pleasure of working with Betty at Blandford Church over the past eight years. She so enjoyed telling visitors about the church and the Tiffany windows. She always had a smile and a funny story to share.

Betty was truly a lovely lady and I will miss her
greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Martha Atkinson

Posted by: Martha Atkinson at October 29, 2009 09:05 PM