James Hamilton

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Services for James “Coy” Hamilton, 97, of Linden will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Center Grove Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Linden. There will be a time of visitation at 10:00 Saturday morning at the funeral home.

Mr. Hamilton was born December 12, 1919 in Cass County to Shaw and Minnie Hamilton. He passed away May 4, 2017. 

Coy was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army, and a retired carpenter.  He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; four sisters; a daughter, Patti Marie; and two grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Merle Watson Hamilton; four sons, Franklin Hamilton and wife Mary of Linden, Mike Hamilton of Linden, Joe Hamilton and wife Jan of Bivins, Jan Hamilton of Linden; two daughters, Carolyn Griffin and husband Jim of Atlanta, Ann Johnson and husband Roy of Linden; ten grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces, and nephews.

In lieu flowers, donation may be made to Heritage Hospice, 405 Texas Blvd., Texarkana, TX 75503; Pinecrest Baptist Church, PO Box 1002, Linden, TX 75563; Center Grove Cemetery Association, PO Box 1511, Linden, Texas 75563; or the cemetery of your choice.

 

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  1. So sorry to hear of Coy’s death. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you. Love to all of you. Dana

  2. Did not get to see you much in your later years but will always cherish the memories and your stories and heroic actions in WWII. We love you PawPaw!

  3. My sympathies to family and friends of Mr. Hamilton: may you have the peace and comfort of our Heavenly Father and our lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 1:3, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4) to carry you through your grief; as well as the comfort of good memories as you celebrate the life of ‘one especially strong’. (Psalm 90:10)

  4. My Hamilton, was a great man and raised a great family, he will be missed , but never forgotten, prayer for Mrs Hamilton and the family. ???

  5. We extend our condolences to the Hamilton family at the passing of Coy Hamilton. May the Lord extend His Love, Mercy, Grace, and Comfort each one of y"all in their time of mourning for Mr. Hamilton. May the Lord fill the void in the family’s hearts with his peace, love, and presence. Judy & Lonnie Hutsell

  6. Just want to offer my condolences to all the family during your time of loss. Praying for your comfort and strength.

  7. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Emily Braswell Henderson & the Braswell, Baldwin, Henderson clan.

  8. I can’t help but smile when I remember my "across the street" neighbors, Coy & Merle. When I first moved to Linden they invited me to come to their church. When I said that I didn’t have a way to get there, Merle offered Coy to be our chauffeur! For several Sunday mornings in a row Coy would drive across the street & very patiently wait for me and my three children to load up in the backseat & off we would go to Pinecrest. I didn’t realize it at the time, but Coy & Merle’s act of kindness to a stranger & their love for our Lord Jesus left a lasting imprint on my heart and my family! Through the years I have had the joy & privilege of getting to know many folks in the "Hamilton Clan" and my family & I have always been warmly welcomed, treated as friends & family, not strangers! I will always be grateful for my "across the street" neighbors! Love & prayers to Merle & family.

  9. Your family is in our prayers during this time of loss. God Bless you all.

  10. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mom would love to visit with Ms Merle, but is no longer able to travel. Please give her our love.

  11. To Jan, Carolyn, Franklin, and all the Hamilton family, I send my condolences on the loss of your father. I hold you all in my thoughts and heart. Sincerely, Joyce Henderson

  12. I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Coy was a wonderful man. He will be welcomed in Heaven by all of his friends who have preceded him. I offer my prayers of comfort and love during these times of grief. Teresa Rich Potts


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