John C. "Coach" Hamilton Sr.

John C. "Coach" Hamilton Sr. obituary

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John Hamilton Obituary

January 14, 1936 – October 15, 2017. John "Coach" Clarence Hamilton was a retired high school teacher and coach with the EBR Parish school system with over 30 years of service with 22 years spent at McKinley Sr. High School and 11+ years Baton Rouge Magnet High School. On Sunday, October 15, 2017 at approximately 7:25 am was called home by the LORD. He was born January 14, 1936 to the union of the late James Sr. and Celestine Morrison Hamilton in Slaughter LA. John was a Southern University graduate and went on to have a distinguished High School coaching career in Louisiana sports. John's involvement in organizations include LA Retired Teacher Associations, SU Quarterback Club, SU Alumni (Lifetime Member), LHSAA (Louisiana High School Athletic Association, Capitol High Class of 55'. John (Coach) leaves to cherish his memory: the love of his life, Carolyn B. Hamilton a devoted and caring wife, daughter, Adrian K. Hamilton, Houston, TX; son, John C. (Gina) Hamilton, Jr., Napa, CA; stepson-Dwight (Toni) Herson Jr., Baton Rouge, LA; stepdaughter, Milo "Kristy" Conley, Frisco, TX; grandchildren Simon, Lela, and Jaxon Hamilton, Napa, CA; Donovan and Julian Hamilton, Houston, TX; Rhyan and Christian Conley, Frisco, TX; Katelin Polar and Aaron Webber Baton Rouge, LA; sister Erma (Nathaniel) Montgomery Baton Rouge, LA; sister and brother-in-law Janice and Claude Sterling, Jr., BR, LA; like a son Keith Anthony; like a daughter Debraca "Dee" (Andrew) Gros Prairieville, LA; bonus grandson Brayden Gros; numerous godchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Proceeded in death by a son, Darryl Q Hamilton; parents James Sr., and Celestine Hamilton; brothers Allen, Robert, James, and Alfred Hamilton; sister Gloria C Cooper. The Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 23rd, 2017 at Promised Land Baptist Church, 7324 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70811, Rev. Perry Wrights. The viewing will be from 9:00 to 10:45 am, with service immediately following at 11:00 am. Carney Mackey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 21 to Oct. 23, 2017.
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Marie - May the Lord keep you and others within Coach's family close during this time of loss. May He comfort you with His Presence and the knowledge that you will see Coach again.

Joyce Lister

October 29, 2017

My name is Charlesetta Lewis Nganga. Back in 1977-78, when I was in the 11th grade, I had the great honor to be in Coach Hamilton's Black Studies class, at McKinley Sr. High School. I currently reside in Georgia, and was unable to attend his Funeral Service. Over the years, Coach Hamilton has often crossed my mind, because his class exposed me to the contributions made by Black Americans in these United States. Because of his teachings, I am about to embark upon the next phase of my writing career, as a Black Historical Author-Poet. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to his wife and family during their time of loss. I plan to include his name and memory in the "Foreward" of my next book. Rest in Peace, Coach Ham. God is pleased with your work on this Earth. Amen.

Charlesetta Lewis Nganga

October 25, 2017

My prayers are with the family. Rest In Peace Coach Hamilton.

BRHS c/o 1987

Robin Whitley-Blackmon

October 24, 2017

Out thoughts and prayers are with the Hamilton Family. Coach Hamilton was one of my favorite teachers at McKinley Sr. High. I learned so much about my people in his Black History class. May GOD comfort your hearts and give you peace.

John and Janice Rose Doucette(McKinley Sr. High)

October 24, 2017

Sending my condolences to the family!

Toni Edwards-Coleman

October 24, 2017

May God be with you today tomorrow and always. Our sincere condolences to you Marie and family. We will miss coach at Thanksgiving Dinner.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Tyrone and Mable Sterling-Tanner and Family

Mable Tanner

October 23, 2017

With deepest Sympathy and God Bless.

The Welch Family
Jeffery, Pauline, Frederick and Lamar

October 23, 2017

Coach will be truly missed. A "Pillar" of the community.

Robert F. Knox

robert knox

October 23, 2017

My prayers are with THE HAMILTON FAMILY. Asking GOD to give you strength and comfort in this diffcult time.Mr. Hamilton was my Civics teacher at Mckinley High and what a great teacher. He will truly be miss.

Cynthia Beshears-Stewart MCK class 1976

October 23, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."

October 23, 2017

With deepest sympathy you feel God's comforting presence during this time of sorrow. Mr. Hamilton was my homeroom teacher for four years at McKinley High School from 1961-1964. He was one on my teachers who influenced me the most which indeed impacted the a type of person I am today. I think him for the positive things he shared with me. I will always remember him as that kind of person. My prayers to the family and friends!

Leon Anderson

October 23, 2017

The Williams' family extends heartfelt condolences to the members of the Hamilton family. I taught with John for seven years at McKinley high school and found him to be an outstanding teacher of social studies. He took his work seriously on a daily basis and in most instances, taught from bell-to-bell. His passing leaves a "void" in the circles of Education. May God bless and keep you all in the palm of his hands.

Freddie Williams

October 23, 2017

I Pray God's strength will sustain your family during your loss.

Sally Early

October 23, 2017

We are here for you Marie (Carolyn) ... Coach will be greatly missed and we send prayers of healing and comfort to you and the family

Lisa Kay and Uncle George Bickham

October 23, 2017

Cousin I'm sending you prayers of comfort and strength Ree (Carolyn)

Jessie and Swan Bickham

October 23, 2017

To the Family: Wishing you Strength for Today and Hope for Tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Coach.

The Gros Family

October 22, 2017

May God's Blessing be with the family is our prayer.
The Thomas Family

Arthur Thomas

October 22, 2017

EARTH has no sorrow that HEAVEN cannot heal. Carolyn and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Look to GOD for strength now and always.

Lloyd and Mary Veronica Baptiste

October 22, 2017

Rest in paradise coach.

Charlotte Howard Williams

October 22, 2017

I send my sincere condolences to the Hamilton family on the loss of one of the most interesting people I have ever met. John and I became acquainted in the summers of 1990-95 when his son, Darryl played center field for the Milwaukee Brewers. We continued that acquaintance down to the present time through letters, phone calls and visits to his Baton Rouge home. We loved you John and ask that you rest in peace until we meet again. Your Milwaukee friends Pogo and Angela.

Jerome Pogodzinski

October 22, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

SCOTTIS RIPPLE

October 22, 2017

Rest n peace Coach we will miss you !!!! Claude,Janice Elaine & children \:)

October 22, 2017

My prayers go out to the family of Coach Hamilton. My 12th grade teacher at McKinley 1974

Darlene McKinley

October 21, 2017

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