Donald A. Hamilton

Donald A. Hamilton, age 67, of Hastings, passed away at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis on January 15, 2013. He was born in Wabasha to Dale and Lillian Hamilton on June 28, 1945. He was employed at Cenex as an over the road truck driver. Don married Sheila Rynes in Watertown, SD on June 28, 1974. He was a true outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. Don loved spending time with his grandchildren and was always up for a good game of BINGO.He is preceded in death by his father, Dale and great granddaughter, Sophie Hamilton. Don is survived by his wife, Sheila; children, Dominic (Julie) Hamilton; Monica Hood; Ocie Bursott; and Patrick (Ruth) Hamilton; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; mother, Lillian Hamilton; sister, Barbara Hamilton; brothers, Dale (Joy) Hamilton; Gary (Mary) Hamilton; Ray (Jan) Hamilton; and Lee Hamilton; other relatives and friends.A Memorial Service, officiated by Pastor Jim Bzoskie, is being held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Wise Family Funeral Home, 400 Spring St., Hastings. Gathering one hour prior to the service.