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Joan Fay Knight Hamilton
12/09/1946 — 10/28/2014
From Benton City, WA | Born in Titusville, PA
Joan Fay Knight Hamilton
Was born on December 9th, 1946 in Titusville, Pennsylvania to Earl Knight and Fredrel Morris Knight. They later moved to Palmdale, California where she met the love of her life Harold Hamilton whom she married in a double wedding with her sister Linda. Joan and Harold were married for 51 years and had 8 children together, along with 23 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. To say that she was a beloved wife and mother is an understatement to anyone that knew her, to say that she was amazing would be more accurate. She worked with kids for years at Acton School and was affectionately known as Gramalton by her adoring fans. Later when she resigned, the school gave her a special assembly and named it officially Joan Hamilton Day. Joan then went on to open the very first after school Latch Key Kids Program of any kind. She was dedicated and loved all the kids that she ever encountered. Her family and anyone that ever met Joan will miss an amazing woman with a can do attitude who only stood 5 feet tall on a good day.
Joan passed away at her home in Richland, Washington surrounded by her family that loved her. The hole that she left in her family will only be consoled by the memories she left with them. She will be missed. Joan died the way that she lived, loved by all that knew her.
To my wonderful and Loving Sis you are so loved and will continue to be loved and missed! My Heart hurts because of your passing ! But your pain is gone ! We will miss your awesome laughter and smiles ! And the wonderful stories you told! Love you! Joanie! Your Sis Jan Miles!
To My sister Joan Ill miss all of our long talks on the phone always about the LORD.It wont be long until you can introduce me to him.You will be missed.
So many things that I could say and so many memories that I could share with you. Space is limited so I will just say that Joan was a happy go-lucky little girl that was well loved by her family. She grew up to be a wonderful woman that was loved by all who knew her. She loved her husband and children more than life it’s self. She will be missed by all and I am proud that she was and still is my sissy.
Joan was one of the best-hearted people I have ever known. She was a bridesmaid at my wedding and babysat our daughter. Even though she didn’t have a formal teaching credential, she was a wonderful teacher and influenced many young people. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Donna Carson
You will always hold a special place in my heart Aunt Joan. Your soft gentle voice with encouraging advice and talks about the Lord I will always remember. Always a great cook ( especially your lasagna ) a great seamstress, baker and needless to say a super Mom to your 8 children and great wife to the only Love of your life Uncle Porky. Thank you for love . May you now rest in peace with the Lord. See you soon. Love, your Niece,
Heidi Jo
Sis I will always Love you!And im going to miss you until we meet again! Your lil sis Joy. And Pete Vasquez!
Just wanted to thank you Joan (mom)for teaching me how to cook, sew, craft and just improvise when needed. Thank you for giving me the gift of loving children like you did. And the knowledge to know when they are getting on your nerves and still keep a smile. Your amazing recipes I will cherish always and will be handed down for generations. I am glad your at peace and no more pain. God is great God is good. God thank you for momma Joan and her food & many other amazing thing you’ve shared with me.AMEN!Your forever in my heart love Jackie ♡
Cousin Joan you will be loved and missed by all of us!Pat Riley,Pam Caples, Roger Riley,and Family members!And me ofcourse Tina Wilson.RIP.Until we meet in Heaven!
MOM, I love you and miss you so much. I am so glad you are no longer in any more pain. I will share all the memories we have made and shared over the yrs with Kyle. Thank You for being my MOM. Until we are together again. I Love You!!!!!
In memory of my sister whom I shared everything.Right down to my underwear.I’ll miss you forever Sis.While I’m still here on earth.But what a party we’ll have on the other side.Looking forward to our Great Reunion.
I spent so much time with the Hamiltons that by the end of Jr. High I was calling her “Mom”. Who knows, by then she may have thought I WAS one of hers. In my heart, I always will be.
Goodbye Mom.
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Joan Fay Knight Hamilton