Wayland/Springwater: December 2, 2015 at age 92 years. Predeceased by his wife Harriet. Survived by his children; Ann, Andrew, and Jane; grandchildren, Mark and Anne; and great-grandchild Trenton. Also survived by his brother Al (Wanda) Hamilton of KY and nieces & nephews.
John was born on March 1, 1923 in Seneca Falls, NY to parents Alfred and Eleanor (Gordon) Hamilton. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1942-1946 and then entered into his study of medicine.
After graduating from the University of Rochester and U or R Medical School, he practiced OB-Gyn for 40 years in Rochester and was a former president of the Monroe County Medical Society and Medical Director of the NYS Dept. of Health for the Rochester area. He and his wife were elected National Outstanding Tree Farmers in 1991.
No calling hours and services will be held at the convenience of the family. In his memory contributions may be made to the NY Forest Owners Scholarship Fund, PO Box 541, Lima, NY 14485 or the Monroe County Medical Society Scholarship Fund, 132 Allens Creek Road, Rochester, New York 14618. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My condolences to the family. Dr Hamilton was a wonderful person and a great doctor. I will always remember him,
To the Hamilton Family, I am So sorry for your Loss. I am Carrie’s mom and I lived in the area for 20 some years.
Just wanted you to know How sad it is to loose your parents. God Bless Jane(Mitchell) Salles