Charles Michael Lovell

Charles Michael “Mike” Lovell, 68, of Hamilton, Texas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on April 15, 2025. Born July 16, 1956, to Charles William Lovell Jr. and Virginia Gardner Lovell, Mike lived a life rooted in faith, service, and community.

A proud 1974 graduate of Hamilton High School, Mike went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University in 1979. He carried the Aggie values of loyalty, leadership, and selfless service into everything he did.

Well known for his time spent in the banking world, Mike began his career at First National Bank in 1982 and later joined MC Bank, formerly Mills County State Bank, in 2005, where he served as Senior Vice President. He was known for his steady presence, sound judgment, and unwavering commitment to both customers and colleagues and is fondly remembered by everyone who crossed paths and worked alongside him.

Deeply invested in his community and his calling to service, Mike dedicated over 25 years to the Hamilton County A&M Club, where he secured scholarships for local graduates attending Texas A&M. He also played a central role in the Billingsley-Wilson Goodfellow Fund, helping distribute food, coats, shoes, and bicycles to families in need each Christmas.

Mike was a longtime contributor to the Hamilton Civic Theatre, participating in as many as 47 productions. He served as treasurer and announcer for the Hamilton Youth Softball Association, and chaired the Hamilton County Kiwanis Club, organizing weekly meetings and community meals for many years.

A 19-year member of the Texas Highland Lakes Airstream Club, Mike served as Trustee and Membership Directory coordinator, helping lead events like the 2024 Eclipse Rally in Hamilton, an event praised by the membership as an “unbelievable rally experience.”

Mike’s service also included time with the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, where he served as a chamber officer, was named Citizen of the Year, and was involved in the Downtown Revitalization Committee, working to attract new businesses to the area. During the holidays, he faithfully rang the bell for the Hamilton Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. His leadership extended to Hamilton County Leadership, where he was part of the founding class and remained involved as Treasurer for many years—along with many other community organizations that benefited from his steady hand and generous heart.e all, Mike was a man of faith. He was a member of the Evant Church of Christ, where his quiet strength and steady spirit were evident to all who worshipped alongside him.

Mike’s legacy is one of servant leadership, community pride, and quiet humility. He will be missed dearly by his family, friends, and neighbors, each of whom is better for having known him and his heart.

Mike is survived by his mother, Virginia Gardner Lovell; his sister Teresa Lovell Payne and brother-in-law Kevin Payne; his sister Kristi Lovell McCoy and brother-in-law Russell McCoy; along with many cherished nieces and nephews, and loyal friend Colin Melton.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles William Lovell Jr.

A celebration of life will be held at Wenzel Hall on Saturday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Hamilton Civic Theater, Hamilton County A&M Club, or the Billingsley-Wilson Goodfellow Fund in his honor. .

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."

— 2 Timothy 4:7-8