Lionel Hamilton, Sr. was born September 25, 1949 in Fort Worth, Texas to the parentage of Lonnie Hamilton and Mable Hamilton Jones. He received his formal education in the Fort Worth Public Schools and was a proud graduate of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School Class of 1968.
Lionel met Yvonne and they were later married July 4, 2000. Together the two celebrated 31 years of marital bliss and wonderful memories before his demise.
Lionel found gainful employment with Miller Brewing and was a dedicated employee for 38 years before retiring as a skilled laborer.
One of his greatest joys was entertaining. Whether it was family or close friends, Lionel found satisfaction in educating and promoting financial literacy in an effort to see everyone succeed. He believed in putting his family first and will forever be remembered as the family legend he was.
On Friday, January 30, 2023, God saw fit to summon Lionel Hamilton, Sr. to his eternal resting place. Those awaiting his heavenly arrival were his parents, Lonnie Hamilton and Mable Jones; grandmother, Daisy Evans, sister, Linda Thompson; and Wilbert Addison.
Those left to cherish his memory and continue his legacy are his devoted wife, Yvonne Hamilton; sons, Lionel Hamilton Jr., Roderick Hamilton (Crystal) and Byron Hamilton; Bernice White, Edward Addison and Michael Addison; aunt, Ruth Evans; brother, Leroy; nephews, Cedric Walton and Roy McCurin (Donna); nieces, Angela McCurin and Cassandra Helton (Billy); twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins and dear friends.
