Philip E. Hamilton, 89, of Sunbury, Ohio, passed away on August 18, 2024 while under brief hospice care at his residence. This period was filled with gentle care and love from his family and friends.
Phil was born October 5, 1934 in Columbus, Ohio and raised in Ashland, Ohio. He was the firstborn child of the late Roger and Mary (Goff) Hamilton. He was also predeceased by his brother, Jess (Larry) Hamilton and his own 3rd born child, a son, David Alan Hamilton at the age of 4. The tragic loss of his son was devastating to Phil and he was never able to speak of it. In Phil's final days, he looked forward to reuniting with his son.
Phil was a 1952 graduate of Ashland High School and attended both Ohio State University and Baldwin Wallace Colleges. During the course of his education, Phil excelled at all sports, including, baseball, basketball, and football. During his Junior year of high school he was approached by the track coach and asked to try out. Much to the dismay of his football

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