William Allan
Visitation will be conducted one hour prior to the funeral service from 1:00 - 2:00 PM on Wednesday, January 31, 2018.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, ON

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
William Allan "BUD" Hamilton
February 3rd, 1926 - January 22nd, 2018

Place of Death

Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow, Ontario

Obituary

Bud Hamilton of Lucknow died on January 22, 2018 at Pinecrest Manor, at the age of 91. He was the beloved husband of Josie (nee Elphick) for 68 years. Bud was born William Allan on February 3, 1926 in Ashfield Township to his late parents Sadie (MacDonald) and Robert Hamilton. Dear father of Lynda (John Cleland) of Port Elgin, John (Nancy) of Lucknow and Doug (Deb Elphick) of Lucknow. He will be missed by his grandchildren Jason Beange, Michelle Carson, Tyler Hamilton, Julie Binning, Candice Russell, Cody Hamilton and Clint Hamilton, and his 8 great grandchildren. Bud served the community at the family gas bar, Hamilton Fuels, on the east end of Lucknow for 55 years, until his retirement in 2012. He was an active member of the Old Light Lodge and was a proud member of the Lucknow Fire Department, rising to the rank of Chief. His concern for Lucknow and the surrounding area was passed down through the generations of his family having sons and a grandson serve as firefighters too. Visitation will be conducted on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 from 1:00 PM until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 PM. Rev. Peggy Kinsman officiating. Pallbearers are Jason Beange, Tyler Hamilton, Clint Hamilton, Cody Hamilton, Justin Russell, Jason Carson and Brett Binning. Spring Interment at Greenhill Cemetery.

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Message from Beth Leeson Rowe2018-01-31 11:51:27

Dear Josie and family..

So sorry ot hear of Bud's passing, I am thinking of you and your family today,... cherish your many memories.. I planned to attend the service today but the weather has been iffy in Kitchener this morning so I decided not to venture out.

You are in mt thoughts anf prayers, Beth

Message from Kerri Moore2018-01-31 10:20:32

Sincere sympathy to the Hamilton family,may your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.

Message from Joan & John Pollard2018-01-30 09:56:08

to Josie and family,,Our deepest sympathy on Bud's passing. Bud álways had time for his customers and friends, A great businessman, loyal  community man and friend. He was one of Lucknow's finest.

Joan and John 

Message from Doug Clark2018-01-27 22:02:29

Dear Josie, Linda, John, and Douglas;

It is with my deepest sympathy that I extend my condolences to all of you. I was saddened to hear of Bud's passing but realise it is also God's Blessing for Bud. The last time we spoke I knew things were getting difficult for him, but I believe he is now at peace. I will miss him greatly, but I will never forget him and the good times we shared as one of his employees and as a friend.

My prayers are with you all.

Blessings,

Father Doug Clark+

St. George's, Newcastle 

 

Message from Marilyn (Hamilton) Chappel, John Pryde2018-01-27 09:36:11

Aunt Josie, Lynda, John, Doug & families: Sincere sympathy on the loss of Uncle Bud. We're disappointed that we'll be unable to convey our condolences in person as we're out of the country but be assured you'll be in our thoughts.

Sincerely, Marilyn (Hamilton) Chappel & John Pryde

Message from Karen and John Robson2018-01-26 14:02:28

Lynda and family we are ao very sorry for you loss. Our sympathy to you and your family.

Message from Marianne Gollan2018-01-25 15:24:14

Dear Josie and family:

Sincerest sympathies for your loss.  May your memories help you through this difficult time.

Marianne and family

Message from Marybelle cranston2018-01-25 10:11:54

Josie and family My thoughts are with you at this sad time.I have many good memories of your back yard from the Curran back yard.Marybelle

Message from Gerald Colling2018-01-24 19:58:16

My sincere sympathy to all the family.

Message from Family of the late Donald Dow2018-01-24 14:45:08

We heard of Bud's passing today. We think of Bud often as he was such a great room mate to dad. He was good to visit with us if dad was unable and it was good to be able to visit with you if both of our loved ones were not in the mood to visit. We are thinking of you at this time as you celebrate Bud's life. 

Ivan and Elly Dow, Stephen and Lara Dow, Cathy Goetz and Brian White, Maryon and Brad English, Dawn and Jamie Kewel

Message from Danielle Selby2018-01-24 13:56:08

My sympathy to all of the Hamilton family during your loss may he now rest easy he was always such a jokester making others smile.

Thinking of you all 

Message from Walter and Lorraine Arnold2018-01-24 13:13:58

The village of Lucknow has lost a great community spirited man. We extend our sincere sympathy to Josie & her family in the loss of her husband & father. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

Message from Doug & Nancy Aitchison2018-01-24 11:56:32

Sorry to hear of Bud's passing.   Our sympathies for the whole family.    You will all have great memories of him.

Our sincere condolences at this sad time.

Message from J.A Porter Holdings2018-01-23 20:41:58

Josie, John,Lynda ,Douglas and all your families 

Sorry to hear about Bud passing. As a Neighbour and Friend he always had a way to make you smile and keep things interesting.  Everyday he would drive slowly past the office and give a big wave and smile. Occasionally stopping to share a story. He will be missed  by all. Our deepest sympathy 

Glenn, Duane,Steven, Jeff Porter & Staff

Message from Phyllis Scott2018-01-23 19:33:47

Dear Josie and family , sincerest sympathy at this time of Bud’s passing . Treasure the memories.  Blessings with love . Phyllis and family. 

Message from Jamie and Marlene Irwin 2018-01-23 16:38:40

We would like to send our condolences to the family of Bud Hamilton.  Bud was never at a loss for words when you stopped in for gas.  He was quick with the one-liners, and always had a twinkle of mischief in his eyes.  He will be missed by many.  

Message from Don&lynn Brooks2018-01-23 15:34:42

Another pillar of our community gone 'We will miss him.Our deepest sympathy .

Message from Janet Thompson2018-01-23 12:59:24

Lynda and family;  I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.   Please accept my sincere condolences. 

Message from Jim and Annette Ritchie2018-01-23 12:38:12

To Josie, John, Doug and the whole Hamilton family we send our sincerest condolences.  Bud was quite a character and will not be forgotten.

Jim and Annette

Message from David (DOC) Smith2018-01-23 11:45:01

Very sorry to here of Bud passing . I had a lot fun with Bud years ago speially in Floiada he love the sun and odd drink . Bud loved his Family and his grand kids very much .He will be missed by many .

Message from Rob & Donna Middelkamp ( Johnston) 2018-01-23 11:20:38

Our Deepest Sympathy to Bud's Family on his passing . He was a very kind man and always had time to chat when you stopped for Gas .  He sure will be missed . Sending hugs to the family and extra big hug for Josie . You folks are all in our thoughts. RIP BUD !!!!

Message from Jeff & Dayle Taylor2018-01-22 22:19:45

Sorry to hear of Bud's passing.  Our sympathies to Josie and all of the Hamilton family.