Thomas Ray Hamilton, 69, passed away in his home, in Apache Junction, Arizona on April 5, 2022. Tom was born January 7, 1953 to Kenneth and Martha (Pierce) Hamilton in Moline, IL. He graduated from Moline High School in 1971 with wife to be, Barbara Gramkow. They were married in 1974. Tom worked many jobs before working for John Deere Plow Planter. After 12 years, he was laid off and became Mr. Mom and began building and repairing pool cues. Tom could build or fix anything. He loved hunting, motorcycle riding, camping, and most of all cooking for the grandchildren. Tom and Barb moved to Apache Junction, Arizona in 2018 and Tom built a western looking town on their lot. Surviving are his wife and the love of his life for 48 years, Barb, daughter Jessica Hamilton, Silvis, IL, son Jason Hamilton, Apache Junction, AZ, granddaughters, Kayla Spinks, Madison Hamilton, Taylor Hamilton, and great granddaughter Sophia Spinks all from Silvis, IL, brother Dean (Vickie) Hamilton, Moline, IL, and sister Karen Hamilton, Coal Valley, IL. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Mike Hamilton.
Services will be Monday, April 11, 2022. The visitation for Tom will begin at 9:00 am followed by the Celebration of Life service at 10:00 am at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207. Entombment will take place immediately following.
We are so sorry for your loss Barb. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom was a great brother-in-law. He was such a good cook! I so enjoyed the special crepes he would make for one thing! ………..We will miss you, Tom! Leslie and Patrick Hogan
Jess so sorry for your loss.
Tom was a very special person. He was always there when we needed him. He was one of Mike’s bestfriend. One of the most loving and kind person. You will be missed dearly. Love you Tom
I’m so sorry for you loss
My heart breaks for you 💔 love you guys always ❤️
Jessie, so sorry Tom was a good friend we had a lot of laughs ! My prayers are with you, Barb and your family🙏Dee
Our hearts are with you. Sending love and hugs.
Jamie Chacon and Family
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your husband and please accept my deepest condolences. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs your way, and looking forward to seeing you on the golf course to give you a real hug.
Prayers and hugs to you and your family❤️❤️❤️
Barb, Rod and I are just heartbroken about Tom’s passing. He was such a great guy and friend and always made us laugh. We are so glad we got to see and spend time with you guys when we visited AZ. Sending our deepest sympathies and comfort to you and your family. We will treasure our memories of Tom forever. Big hugs my friend, love you.
Hard to believe this. He was like a big brother to me as I was growing up. My mom was his aunt bev. She was with his uncle Roger for many years. This hurts alot. Love ya tommy!! Rest in heaven and give my mom your aunt bev a hug for me. You will always be my best brother e er
I am so sorry for your loss.