James Hamilton

James R. Hamilton, 79, of Grove City, OH, formerly of Ashland, died Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born May 22, 1939 in Pikeville, the son of the late Chalmer and Zenith Ratliff Hamilton. He was retired from Ashland Oil, Walmart Transportation and a U.S. Army veteran. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a son, James W. Hamilton. Survivors include his wife, Linda Smith Hamilton; one daughter, Jamie (Mark) Martin of Grove City, OH; one son, Steve (Terri) Hamilton of Raceland; one sister, Gwen Mullins of Pikeville; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Saturday June 30, 2018 at Miller Funeral Home by Pastor Rick Evans. Entombment will follow at Rose Hill Mausoleum, with military services conducted by Kenova American Legion Post 93. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM till 2:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.