Patricia Marie Hamilton

Patricia Marie "Patty" Hamilton, age 63, passed peacefully after a sudden illness on Friday, June 5, 2015 at Mission Hospital in Asheville. Patty was a long-time resident of Sylva, and a light in the lives of many individuals, having worked as a childcare professional for many years. Patty's zest for life and joyous smile are remembered by all, including her family – Victor, her husband – her children; Claire, Heather (Russell), Chirs (Molly) and Josh (Jill) – her grandchildren; Ella, Hayden, Ava, Selah, Riya and Lyren – her sisters Maureen and Sheila – and her brother Michael. A memorial service will be held at the Susanna Wesley Gardens at the Lake Junaluska Assembly on Friday, June 12, 2015 at 4:00 pm.