Services for Viola Hamilton, 75, Lawrence, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Mahaska, KS at a later date.
Mrs. Hamilton died Tuesday, March 15, 2016, peacefully in her home.
She was born March 7, 1941 in Jefferson County, Nebraska, the daughter of Frank and Lola van Waning. She graduated from Mahaska High School in 1958. She was a life-long learner.
Mrs. Hamilton was a member of Unity Church of Lawrence. She was a licensed beautician for over 30 years. For many years, Vi studied A Course In Miracles, Biofeedback with Elmer Green and several other metaphysical practices. She led groups in meditation and spirituality, as well as advising and counseling many in our community. She was a bright light to many and a friend to all.
Viola (Van Waning) married Dewayne E. Hamilton on September 28, 1958, in Mahaska, KS. Dewayne preceded her in death September 2, 1991.
She is survived by a son, Greg Hamilton (Loraine), Georgetown, IN; a daughter, Debra Hamilton, Seattle, WA.; a sister Ruth Greenwood (Danford); 4 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.
The Reverend Susanna Coxe will lead a service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home and the family will receive friends afterwards.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Unity Church of Lawrence 900 Madeline Lawrence, KS 66049.
