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Founded on a foundation of trust, respect, and dedication, Hamilton Funeral Home has been serving the people of Clayton and surrounding areas for generations. The funeral home's legacy is built on a tradition of providing exceptional service, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the needs of grieving families. From the moment you walk through their doors, you'll be greeted with warmth, empathy, and a genuine desire to help you navigate the most difficult times.

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Ronald G Davis - May 22, 1943 - January 19, 2022

Departed: 01/19/2022 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Ronald G. Davis, 78, of Clayton, died Wednesday (January 19, 2022) at the Eastside Health and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield.

Arrangements are pending at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Clayton.

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Jean Taylor - March 24, 1933 - December 24, 2021

Departed: 12/24/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Jean Taylor, 88, of Quincy, formerly of Clayton, died  11:55 p.m. Saturday, December 24, 2021, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Born March 24, 1933, in Clayton, IL., Jean was a daughter of Orval and Nellie Taylor Daggett.  She married Harold L. Taylor on September 24, 1950, at Poe Baptist Church. He preceded her in death on April 29, 2017.

Mrs. Taylor was employed at Motorola in Quincy until its closing. She enjoyed doing puzzles.

Survivors include a daughter, Vicky Whittle, Hermitage, MO.;  a son, Mike Taylor (Julie), St. Charles, MO.;  and a daughter, Debbie Havermale (Jerry), Payson;  her grandchildren, Krista Smith (Mike), Jason Taylor (Danielle), Kimberly Whittle, Matthew Whittle (Kelly), Gary Whittle, Cody Whittle, Dan Havermale (Jill), and Nick Havermale; twenty-three great-grandchildren, and three great great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son-in-law, Sonny Whittle; and two brothers, Russell (Ethel) Daggett, and Richard (Pat) Daggett.

Private family graveside services will be held at Mounds Cemetery near Timewell.

Memorials may be made to Mounds Cemetery.

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Larry E Rittenhouse - October 25, 1939 - December 19, 2021

Departed: 12/19/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Larry Eugene Rittenhouse, 82, of Clayton, died Sunday, December 19, 2021 at his home.

Born October 25, 1939, in Brown County, IL., Larry was a son of Harold Eugene and Genevieve Geneva Tournear Rittenhouse. He married Constance Y. Smith on November 4, 1961. She preceded him in death on June 5, 1989.

Mr. Rittenhouse had been employed at Gardner Denver in Quincy for 37 years until his retirement.

Surviving is his daughter, Lori Bildilli (Chris), Springfield, IL.; his son, Michael Rittenhouse (Ashley), Clayton; five grandchildren, Wesley and AJ Bildilli, both of Springfield, and Alexis, McKinley, and Tucker Rittenhouse, all of Clayton; and his sister, Carol Jo Cantrell (Larry), Camp Point.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Private family services will be held at the Lummis Hamilton Funeral Home in Camp Point. Burial will follow at Golden Memorial Gardens.

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John W Pendleton - July 22, 1951 - December 19, 2021

Departed: 12/19/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: John W. Pendleton, 70, of Clayton, died Sunday, December 19, 2021, at his home.

Born July 22, 1951, in Quincy, John was a son of Harold and Chlo Monday Pendleton. He married Vicky Sidwell in 1971. He later married Kay Crooks on May 25, 1984.

John worked as a butcher most of his life. He also operated heavy equipment with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150.

He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and gardening.

Survivors include his children, Lacey Eidson (Justin), Clayton, Bobby Jobe (Anita), Clayton, Lorie Fisher (Mike), Macomb, and Fred Pendleton (Kim), Pekin, IL.; ten grandchildren, Seth, Miles, and Bennett Eidson, Amber Hively, Bradley and Brice Jobe, Tyler and Trenton Kreps, and Emily and Katie Pendleton;  five great-grandchildren, Octavia, Aiden, Maddux, Amara, and Alaina; two sisters, Barbara Hayden, Liberty, and Linda Langston, Tulsa, OK.; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ted and Gordon Pendleton; and a sister, Betty Hawkins.

A visitation will be held Monday (December 27, 2021) from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Clayton.

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Gary W Hamilton - February 27, 1945 - October 28, 2021

Departed: 10/28/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Gary W. Hamilton, 76, of Quincy, (formerly of Clayton) died at 7:05 a.m. Thursday, October 28, 2021, at his home.

Born February 27, 1945, in Quincy, Gary was a son of Wayne E. Hamilton and Alice Jean Lummis Vollbracht. He married Cheryl J. Thompson on February 10, 1968, at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. She survives.

Gary attended Maplewood Grade School in Camp Point and was a 1963 graduate of Central High School. He continued his schooling at Culver Stockton College and Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.  He graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Chicago in 1966. After completing his education, Gary served his apprenticeship with the Donnellan Funeral Home in Chicago returning to Adams County in 1968.

In 1970, Gary and Cheryl purchased Hendricks Funeral Home in Clayton and later, in December 1979, acquired the Lummis Funeral Home in Camp Point.   Gary and Cheryl sold the funeral homes to their nephew Ben in 2007.  Gary continued to assist on a part-time basis.

Gary served as Deputy Adams County Coroner from 1968 until 1997.  In 1997, he assumed the office of Adams County Coroner until his retirement in 2011.

Gary was actively involved in his community and was a member of the Clayton Federated Church, Clayton Lions Club, Clayton Volunteer Fire Department, Elks Lodge, Benjamin Masonic Lodge #297 (May 1977), Quincy Consistory, Quincy High Twelve Club, and the Ansar Shrine. He formerly served on the committee to establish the Adams County Ambulance Service, and was an EMT for many years. Gary was a member of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association and received recognition for being an Illinois Licensed Funeral Director for 50 years, a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, served as chairman of the board of the Adams County Housing Authority, Vice Chairman of the Adams County Republican Central Committee, and was a Clayton Precinct Committeeman for many years, as well as, District Director. Gary was a member of the Illinois Coroner's and Medical Examiner's Association, the Illinois Funeral Directors Disaster Response Team,  and served on the North Adams Bank Board of Directors. In what little free time remained, Gary spent wood working, hunting, traveling, and boating with family and friends. He cherished the time he spent with his family making memories, but his greatest joys came from the time he spent with his grandson, Logan.  According to Gary, "No one will ever be as entertained by us as us."

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are three daughters, Stacia Munroe and her husband Tom of Rochester, Debra Carstens and her husband Cris of Quincy, and Kristen Hamilton of Cedar Rapids, IA.; his grandson, Logan Hamilton Munroe of Rochester; his sister, Nancy Kelly and her husband Don of Quincy; two brothers, Tom Hamilton and his wife Pam of Springfield, and Jack Hamilton and his wife Chris of Augusta; a sister in law, Shirley Longlett and her husband John of Quincy; a brother in law, Jim Thompson and his wife Debbie of Lincoln; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, R.J Vollbracht; his parents-in-law, Walter and Nureta Thompson; two brothers-in-law, Sam Thompson and Bill Dinkheller; and two sisters-in-law, Katie Thompson and Mary Dinkheller.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Camp Point United Methodist Church by Rev. Sheri Renner. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Camp Point.

Visitation will be held Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Camp Point United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Brian and Mandy Hamilton for Brody Hamilton #BrodyStrong.

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Rosemary J Wear - November 16, 1934 - October 27, 2021

Departed: 10/27/2021 (Clayton)

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Donald Crooks - September 21, 1959 - October 27, 2021

Departed: 10/27/2021 (Clayton)

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Debbie McClain - April 02, 1958 - October 22, 2021

Departed: 10/22/2021 (Clayton)

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Larry E Moorman - July 15, 1947 - October 21, 2021

Departed: 10/21/2021 (Clayton)

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Eleanor Naught - August 31, 1951 - October 09, 2021

Departed: 10/09/2021 (Clayton)

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Don Tooley - July 27, 1936 - July 15, 2021

Departed: 07/15/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Donald Davis Tooley, 84, of Clayton, Illinois peacefully lost his battle with cancer at 6:12 am, Thursday July 15th at his daughter’s home in Clayton, Illinois.

Born July 27th, 1936, in Chicago, Donald was a son of Delford Davis and Catherine Carmel McNallis Tooley. He married Evelyn Rose Panenka on September 14th 1957, in Lyons Il. She preceded him in death on Sunday, November 10, 2013 in their home.

Don began employment as a type setter in Chicago and then went on to A & P typographers where his father worked as a proofreader. Don eventually moved his family down to Clayton Illinois where he was a self-employed in the construction field.

Don was very active in Catholic Heart Work Camp with the youth from St. Thomas Parish in Camp Point. They went on mission trips all over the united states doing construction work. During the Lenten season, he served his Parish by cooking the fish for their fish fries. Another mission near and dear to Donald’s heart was Cursillo and Teens Encounter Christ, in which he served in many capacities for over three decades.  One of his favorite past times was reading, but his most enjoyable thing to do was spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving are his two sisters, Sue Clark, Jean Ceh (Tom); one brother Tom Tooley; four daughters, Dianne Lynn Buckman (Paul), Nancy Ann Nelson, Patti Ann Yates (Mark), and Cathy Jean Hays (Randy); one son, Robert joseph Tooley; eighteen grandchildren, Brian Tooley (Gretchen Homeyer), Danika Bounkhoul (Karim), Angela Graff, Ashley Shriver (Matt), Molly Moore (Josh), Jonathan Graff, Justin Kamm (Heather), Eddie Fiala, Joseph Yates (Rina), Daniel Yates, Pearl Leanard, Scott Yates, Craig Davis, Chris Davis, Sarah Boll (Greg), Elizabeth Tooley, Benjamin Tooley, and Ellen Tooley; twenty-three great-grandchildren, Morgan, Cooper, and Leigha Tooley, Ella Ruether, Brandyn (Shaely) and Emaly Zwick, Nasseem and Safwan Bounkhoul, Ayden, Riley, Conrad, and Mavrick Shriver, Alexis Teasley, Gentry Allison, Nini Morgan, Addison, Chance, and Lillian Davis, Preston Fiala, Journie Strieker, Bentley and Huxley Boll, and Bennett Yates; two great-great grandchildren, Braelyn and Brynlee Zwick.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife.

Donald’s life will be celebrated with a Funeral Mass at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Camp Point on Friday, August 20, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Heart Work Camp through St. Thomas Catholic Church Youth Group, 109 Spring St, Camp Point, IL, 62320 or Cursillo P.O. Box 462, Camp Point, IL 62320

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Everett Ennen - March 09, 1937 - July 03, 2021

Departed: 07/03/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Everett L. Ennen, 84, of Clayton, died at 6:29 a.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the Timberpoint Health Care Center in Camp Point. Born March 9, 1937, in Clayton, Everett was the son of William and Anna Hanke Ennen. He married Donna V. Moran on June 8, 1958, in Clayton. She preceded him in death on April 3, 2014. Mr. Ennen owned and operated Bill's Welding and Machine Works in Clayton providing wrecker services to the surrounding communities until closing the business in 1988.He then worked in maintenance for the Adams County Housing Authority, Gamemasters, Gem City Ford, and Adams Telephone, retiring in 2012. He enjoyed going to yard sales and collecting toy wreckers. Everett served asa volunteer ambulance driverand a volunteer fireman, serving as Assistant Fire Chief for several years with the Clayton Fire Department. Survivors include his daughter, Tammy Smith (Terry), Clayton; two granddaughters, Tonya Hanner (Jake), Lerna, IL. and Teresa Clauss (Jeff), Quincy; and a great-grandson, Evan Hanner. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and an infant great-grandson. Everett will be cremated. Private family services will be held at the South Side Cemetery in Clayton at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made to Quincy Humane Society or the Timberpoint Healthcare Center.

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Darrell Schlueter - December 25, 1936 - April 16, 2021

Departed: 04/16/2021 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Darrell Dean Schlueter, 84 of Clayton, IL and many other towns passed away with Dementia but not due to Covid (he did get that twice, even with no visitors allowed and all staff wearing masks, but was a symptomatic both times) on April 16, 2021 at Creve Coeur Manor in St. Louis (baseball heaven). He was born on December 25, the first of six children of the late Ed and Mildred (Millie) Heinecke Schlueter of Clayton, IL.Darrell graduated from Camp Point Central High School in 1954 and graduate from Western Illinois University. He was a proud Marine, which he never forgot. He still saluted the Marine that worked at the nursing home when he saw him until the end. After the Marine Corp, he went to Vietnam to teach them how to farm by coop (can’t remember for what organization). He also worked as an Independent Organic Farmer before it was cool, at PCA, Clayton State Bank as the President and other banks. He retired from FHA in Holbrook, Arizona but worked in various locations. Darrell belonged to the Trinity Lutheran Church while growing up and the Federated Church in Clayton. He was an active member of the Clayton Lions Club for years and American Legion until going into the nursing home. He was also a member of The National Rifle Association and several other Conservative Organizations (thank God, yes he believed in God). He was a blood donor to the Red Cross for as long as he could be and giving to anyone who asked. He was always smiling. Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marie (Martha McCabe), son Todd Alan, brother Duane, sister Diana Wear (Gene), in-laws James and Iris McCabe, sister in-law Gladys (Jim) McCabe and brother in-law Don (Helen) White. He is survived by his daughter Gretchen Marie Schlueter and Grandson Jared Todd Stukel, his siblings Donley (Karen) of Taylorville, Delmer (Cheryl) of Carthage and Dee (Butch) Sorrells of Mt. Sterling and Shirley Kemper his companion. There are numerous nieces, nephews and cousins to list. Darrell enjoyed gardening, drinking coffee at the various Liar’s Tables, reading- especially health books, westerns and self help books, road trips (not the kind you are probably thinking about) and spending time with family, especially his grandson Jared. A visitation will be held at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Clayton on Monday, April 19th from4:00 pmuntil 6:30 pm.

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Suzanne Wallace - June 30, 1942 - January 31, 2021

Departed: 01/31/2021 (Clayton)

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Pat A. Patton - April 01, 1940 - January 10, 2021

Departed: 01/10/2021 (Clayton)

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Doris I Robbins - December 09, 1922 - January 02, 2021

Departed: 01/02/2021 (Clayton)

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Shirley J Llewellyn - June 21, 1937 - November 23, 2020

Departed: 11/23/2020 (Clayton)

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Jeffrey A Reid - February 05, 1965 - October 16, 2020

Departed: 10/16/2020 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Allen Reid, age 55, of Quincy, died on Friday, October 16, 2020 in his home.       Jeff was born February 5, 1965, in Quincy, Illinois, Son of Paul and Katherine Reid. He married Elizabeth Hagstrom on June 4, 2009 in Quincy. She preceded him in death on October 3, 2015.       Jeff was a graduate of Unity High School in Mendon, IL, where he grew up. He was a veteran of the U.S Navy and the National Guard. He was an active outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and fish and was always building or fixing something. Jeff was always on the go. He had been many places and done many things and always had a story to share.

Survivors include his parents, Paul and Katherine Reid of Mt. Sterling, IL; four children, son Justin Reid of Carthage, IL; daughter Jocelyn (Nathaniel) Sorensen of Mendon, IL; daughter Nicole Reid of Soldotna, AK; son Ryan Reid of Soldotna, AK; three brothers, Jody Reid of Carthage, IL; Jerry Reid of Grand Rapids, MI; Jason (Corie) Reid of Mt. Sterling, IL; three grandchildren, Blaine Freels of Mendon, IL; Avahlee Sorensen of Mendon, IL; Channing Sorensen of Mendon, IL; several aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous nieces and nephews. Jeff was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Reid.       Jeff was cremated. A graveside service with military honors will be held at Sunset Cemetery in Quincy, IL on Monday, November 2, 2020 at 10:30am.       Memorials may be made to the Cathedral of Worship Church Quincy, IL

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Charles Eidson - February 08, 1939 - October 06, 2020

Departed: 10/06/2020 (Clayton)

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George Llewellyn - April 12, 1946 - September 07, 2020

Departed: 09/07/2020 (Clayton)

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Roy R Hicks - April 14, 1937 - August 23, 2020

Departed: 08/23/2020 (Clayton)

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Amy Jennings - October 09, 1973 - August 09, 2020

Departed: 08/09/2020 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Amy Jennings, 46, of Quincy, died Sunday (August 9, 2020) at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Amy was cremated. There are no services planned at this time.

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Sharon Hartsock - March 24, 1950 - July 10, 2020

Departed: 07/10/2020 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Hartsock, 70, of Quincy, died at 7:32 a.m. Friday (July 10, 2020) at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at South Side Cemetery in Clayton.

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Hubert J Kestner - September 16, 1928 - June 25, 2020

Departed: 06/25/2020 (Clayton)

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Dorothea J Tschirgi - July 12, 1944 - April 20, 2020

Departed: 04/20/2020 (Clayton)

Obituary Preview: Dorothea Jane Tschirgi age 75 passed away in her home on Monday, April 20, 2020, at 4:40 pm with a daughter and granddaughter by her side. Dorothea was born to Lloyd and Lavina Wilkinson on July 12, 1944, in Ainsworth Nebraska. She lived several years in Albany Missouri and West Des Moines, Iowa before coming to Clayton, IL.Dorothea was a member of Life Family Church in Beardstown and in the past, was a member of the Assembly God of Camp Point. She enjoyed spending time with her family, loved Christmas and gave way too many gifts, she enjoyed traveling and camping, boating, loved swimming in her back-yard swimming pool where her grandchildren learned to swim, riding in her 1964 Cutlass Convertible, music and dancing. She enjoyed meeting with her bible study group each week and dearly loved her dogs, Tinkerbell and Tweety. Dorothea worked several jobs throughout her life including decorating cakes at Dahl’s Grocery Store, Preferred Risk Insurance Company, and JC Penny’s in West Des Moines Iowa. When she moved to Clayton, Illinois in 1984 she worked as a home health aide, and at the Stock Yard Inn in Coastsburg, IL. Dorothea always dreamed of owning her own restaurant and that dream came true in 1989. She was the proud owner of DJ’s Country Inn in Clayton for 23 years. She employed her daughters, several grandchildren, her sister, niece, several high school students and other members of the community throughout those years. Survivors include her daughters Kimberly (Larry, her favorite son in law) Stanley of Waukee Iowa, Cristina Tschirgi of Clayton, and Melissa Tschirgi of Clayton, a grandson Phillip Rousseau of Clayton, granddaughter’s Sarah (Mike) Volkens of Clive Iowa, Crystal Janssen of Camp Point, Karly (Matt) York of Grimes, Iowa, Jade Johnson of Quincy, and Amanda Smith of New Canton, great-grandchildren Brianna, Alexi, Mikey, Layney, Jackson, James, Benjamin and Timothy, her brother, Charles (Etta) Wilkinson of Albany MO, two sisters, Evelyn (Gene) Corporon of Kingsland, TX, Eunice Rose of Clayton and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Dorothea had stepdaughters Shari, Christy, Kelly, and Carrie throughout her life, and she loved each one of them dearly. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Wilkinson and Lavina England, a sister Lois Carlson, a nephew David, and nieces Tracey and Tonya. Upon Dorothea’s request, she will be cremated. Due to the current health situation under the direction of the CDC, local health authorities and the state of Illinois, a celebration of life will be held later with burial at Grandview Cemetery in Albany Missouri. Dorothea’s family would like to thank Dr. Wilford from Blessing Physicians for his loving compassion and warm hugs during office visits and Dr. Somanna for managing her COPD, improving her quality of life for the past five years. We would also like to thank Nurse Keaton and the Blessing Hospice team for their help and support that allowed her to be at home when she passed. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, Alzheimer’s Association, Life Family Church building fund, or Blessing Hospice, in care of Hamilton Funeral Home, PO Box 255, Camp Point, IL. 62320.

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At Hamilton Funeral Home, every family is treated with dignity and respect. Their experienced team takes the time to understand your unique needs, preferences, and cultural traditions to create a personalized funeral service that honors your loved one's memory. From traditional funerals to cremation services, memorial gatherings, and celebrations of life, they offer a wide range of options to suit your family's requirements.

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The staff at Hamilton Funeral Home are more than just professionals – they're dedicated caregivers who understand the importance of compassion, empathy, and kindness during times of loss. Led by experienced funeral directors and supported by a team of skilled professionals, they work tirelessly to ensure that every detail is taken care of, allowing you to focus on what matters most – celebrating the life of your loved one.

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In addition to their funeral services, Hamilton Funeral Home also offers pre-planning and aftercare support to help families prepare for the future and navigate the grieving process. Their knowledgeable staff can guide you through the pre-planning process, ensuring that your wishes are respected and your loved ones are spared from making difficult decisions during an emotional time. They also provide ongoing support through bereavement resources and counseling services.

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Hamliton Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the Clayton community and is committed to giving back through various outreach programs and initiatives. They participate in local events, sponsor community organizations, and provide educational resources to promote awareness about end-of-life care and grief support.

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Hamliton Funeral Home's commitment to excellence is reflected in their accreditation by reputable industry organizations and their consistent high ratings from satisfied families. They continuously strive to improve their services, stay updated on industry trends, and invest in their staff's professional development to ensure that families receive the highest level of care.

In conclusion, Hamilton Funeral Home is more than just a funeral home – it's a symbol of hope, comfort, and strength in the face of loss. By choosing Hamilton Funeral Home, you can trust that your loved one will be honored with dignity and respect, and that you'll receive the support and guidance you need during one of life's most challenging moments.

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