Harry Lee Hamilton's Obituary
Harry Lee Hamilton, age 79, of Tontitown, Arkansas, passed away on May 7, 2026, at Circle of Life Legacy Village in Bentonville, Arkansas. He was born on May 25, 1946, in Marianna, Arkansas, to Isaac Newton Hamilton and Louise (Odle) Hamilton. Harry married Donna Ross on December 17, 1965, at First Assembly of God Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for over 30 years before retiring. Harry followed his passion and became part of the Pastoral Care team at Christian Life Cathedral where he served over 34 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Louise Hamilton; son, Brian Hamilton; granddaughter, Morgan Hamilton; and brothers, Sonny Hamilton, Alex Hamilton, and Austin Hamilton.
Harry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Donna Hamilton; son, Jeff Hamilton and wife Kristi of Tontitown; daughter, Alicia Adams and husband Aaron of Tontitown; seven grandchildren, Lauren Parker, Connor Hamilton, Makayla Hamilton, Blake Adams, Luke Adams, Brayden Hamilton, and Jake Adams; great grandchild, Knox Adams; brother, Calvin Hamilton of Benton, Arkansas; sisters, Susie Kettles of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, Nita Nickleson of Benton, Arkansas, and Rita Guest of Turkey Scratch, Arkansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 11, 2026, at Christian Life Cathedral in Fayetteville. Burial will follow at Elm Springs Cemetery in Elm Springs, Arkansas. There will be a visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 11, 2026, at Christian Life Cathedral, prior to the service. To leave a tribute, please visit https://www.bernafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are by Nelson-Berna Funeral Home in Fayetteville.
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