Obituary of Robert (Bob) Hamilton

HAMILTON, ROBERT W. (BOB) July 26, 1920 - Sept 1, 2012 Peacefully on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at the age of 92. Bob is lovingly remembered by Ruth, his cherished wife of 63 years, son Bill (Jocelyne), daughter Robin (Jeff) and grandchildren Jonathan, Justin, Kimberly and Jessica (Stalin), as well as by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters Muriel and Wilma and brother Irvin. Bob was born and raised in Newdale, Manitoba and served as a F/O in the RCAF during World War II. In 1952, he founded R. W. Hamilton Ltd. Industrial Distributors in St. Catharines and later added branches in Burlington and Mississauga. He was proud that a 3rd generation had joined the firm. Bob was a longtime member of the Rotary Club of St. Catharines, the St. Catharines Golf and Country Club and the St. Catharines Curling Club. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors at George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carlton St., St. Catharines, on Friday, September 7th from 3 to 5 pm followed by a Memorial Service at 5pm in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.