Robert Hamilton Obituary

Age - 55

October 6, 2023

Wise, VA

DUFFIELD, VA. OCTOBER 5, 2023 Robert Brian Hamilton, 55, was called home on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 peacefully at his home. Rob spend his early years in Norton, VA and attended Pound High School. He spent 23 years serving his country in both the Air Force and Army (6 years and 17 years respectively) in multiple capacities on multiple continents. Rob was an avid outdoorsman who loved communing with nature while spending time hunting, fishing, and camping. Rob also enjoyed playing airsoft and was a highly respected, valued member of Theta airsoft team where he enjoyed mentoring, coaching and generally harassing other players in good fun. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Rita Hamilton and a son-in-law, Anthony Robinette Jr. Rob is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Roxanne Hamilton; children, Tiffany Hamilton, Brandy Hamilton, April Hamilton, Kimberly Robinette, Bryan Hamilton and Cody Hamilton; step-children, Michael Jones and Paige Jones; ten grandchildren and a host of other friends, relatives and family members. Rob's passing will leave a deep void in all those who loved him, however his life will continue to glow in the memories of him we all have. Visitation for Robert Hamilton will be held from 2:00 P. M. - 4:00 P. M. on Friday, October 6, 2023 at the Sturgill Funeral Home in Wise, VA. Military Rites will be held at 4:00 P. M. on Friday at the Sturgill Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions may be made in honor of Rob to: https://stopsoldiersuicide. org/donate Please visit www. sturgillfuneral. com to leave online condolences for the family. Sturgill Funeral Home 1621 Norton Road SW Wise, VA 24293 is in charge of arrangements.

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