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Richard D. Hamilton

November 2, 1925 - June 3, 2023

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Visitation
Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
Monday 6/12, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm

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Cemetery
Riverview Cemetery
1603 Shields Ave
Seymour, IN 47274
(812) 522-4400 |
Monday 6/12, 2:00 pm

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Memorial

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Reception
Vat & Barrel
212 East 2nd Street
Seymour, Indiana 47274
812-271-1147 |
Monday 6/12, 3:00 pm

Richard D. Hamilton, 97, of Seymour, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour.  He was born on November 2, 1925, in Seymour, the son of Ralph and Juanita (Decker) Hamilton.

In 1947, Richard married Shirley Gebhart in Seymour, IN and she preceded him in death on April 10, 1985.  He later married Carol Speckner in 1985 and she preceded him in death in 2002.  In 2007, he married Margaret Denny, and she preceded him in death in 2011.  He was also preceded in death by a special friend Viola Decker.

Richard is survived by four children, Kelly (Bob) Lawson of Cicero, IN, Katie Collins of Greenwood, IN, Krissy (Bill) Doan of Terre Haute, IN and Kevin Hamilton of Terre Haute; eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.  Richard is also survived by several stepchildren, step grandchildren as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Helen Evans and Hilda Hill.

Richard served in the Army Air Force from 1944 until 1946.  While in the Army Air Force, Richard worked as a radio mechanic until he was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant.  Richard went on to work at CBS in Terre Haute as a Data Processing Manager until he retired in 1985.  He was a member of the Elks, American Legion, VFW and the Sporting Clay Association.  As a member of the Sporting Clay Association, he was a recipient of the prestigious Sullivan Award in 2000.  He was a past winner of the state championship in his division and age group.  He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

A visitation will be held on Monday, June 12, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Voss and Son’s Funeral Home in Seymour followed by a graveside service at Riverview Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. where military honors where be conducted.  We will continue celebrating Richard’s life at the Vat & Barrel immediately following the graveside service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana Sporting Clays Association.

Online condolences may be made online at www.vossfuneralservice.com

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Visitation
Voss & Sons Funeral Service
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
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Monday 6/12, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Cemetery
Riverview Cemetery
1603 Shields Ave
Seymour, IN 47274
(812) 522-4400 | Map
Monday 6/12, 2:00 pm
Memorial
Reception
Vat & Barrel
212 East 2nd Street
Seymour, Indiana 47274
812-271-1147 | Map
Monday 6/12, 3:00 pm

Richard D. Hamilton, 97, of Seymour, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour.  He was born on November 2, 1925, in Seymour, the son of Ralph and Juanita (Decker) Hamilton. In 1947, Richard married Shirley Gebhart in Seymour, IN and she preceded him in death on April 10, 1985. Continue Reading

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Mike and Kelly Garland left a message on June 12, 2023:
Praying for peace and comfort for the family of Mr. Hamilton
Cindy and Roger Schepman left a message on June 12, 2023:
Thinking of all the Hamilton family today and our memories of Richard, especially the sound of his infectious laugh. When Mom passed away, he held onto her date book (no electronic calendars back then), and, for over 20 years, he never forgot a birthday. We will certainly raise a glass to Richard tonight, with love, in celebration of our time together and a life well-lived. Cindy and Roger
Michael, Robyn, & Maddox left a message on June 12, 2023:
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Bill Decker left a message on June 11, 2023:
My dad (Henry Decker) was Dick's uncle, but they were also hunting and fishing buddies. Dick and I became close after my dad passed and Dick started to come to Florida to stay for the winter. We had a great time and we will miss him terribly. His memory will last forever with many of us. Sending our love to all of his family and friends. Bill and Jeanie
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