Richard Lee Hamilton

WHITE LAKE, WI – Richard "Dick" Lee Hamilton, age 80, of White Lake, WI and formerly of Waukegan, IL and Zion, IL passed away peacefully Thursday March 5, 2020. Born in Elton, WI on September 1, 1939 to John "Jack" & Bertha Hamilton (Bailey). In his younger years, Rich enjoyed the good times shooting darts, playing pool and having a beer with his buddies. He loved fishing, westerns and listening to his police scanner. Beloved uncle and dear friend, Rich's loving and cantankerous spirit will remain forever in our hearts.

He is survived by numerous nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews; and dear friends, Carol Walters, Betty Fellner and the family of Kevin (Sally) Hansen. He is predeceased by his siblings, Hazel Hughes, Olie Pelky, Carl "Butch" Bailey, James Monroe Hamilton, Alfred Cleo Hamilton and Mary Colleen Brown; and dear friend, Jana.

Per his request private graveside interment services held at the Sherry Cemetery, Elton, WI. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

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