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Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City, UtahFriday Sep 20, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dean Stanton Hamilton was called home on September 14th, 2024 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was 76 years old. He was born to Lorin Dean Hamilton and Norma Mae (Hamilton) Schow in Roosevelt, Utah on March 10, 1948. Dean served in the army reserve and subsequently served an LDS mission in the Southern States. Through his hard work, he built a successful roofing company (later known as Contract West Roofing Inc.) while attending the University of Utah. This was where he met the one his heart loved, Becky Sharp, and they were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. Dean and Becky had seven children, six daughters, and one son.
Dean was a dreamer, a builder, and a big-picture thinker. He was adventurous and loved spending time in the mountains. He loved sports and will forever hold the state record for the 880 yard race awarded at the BYU Invitational for Skyline High School. (This was later changed to be the 800 meter race). He loved to read. He knew history and the scriptures well. He particularly loved to read church history and studying the life of Joseph Smith. He loved all kinds of animals and animals loved him, but he had a special love for birds and dogs. You would often see him with his little, white dog traveling around the town.
Dean had a great love of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He touched countless lives as he served as a bishop and in several bishoprics for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Dean and Becky served as Inner City missionaries together for the last seven years. Dean’s favorite calling in the church was as an advisor over many priests. He helped them understand what he always understood, that Christ brings peace. Most of the priests ended up preaching the gospel of Christ on full-time missions. He was a life-long missionary and friend to all. Everyone was always welcome in the Hamilton home.
Our dad was a true patriarch in every sense of the word. Nothing was more important to him than his family. He loved gathering us and spending time with us every Sunday night. Out of all of his accomplishments, which are many, he was most proud of his family. He took time to bond with each one of his grandchildren. He loved to take them fishing. They all knew how much grandpa loved them.
Dean is survived by his wife of 53 years, Becky; his sister Madeline Keith, his brothers, Sanford, Mark, and Paul; and his children, Rebecca Hoggan (Tom), Heather Hatch (David), Marianne Shaw (Darin), Kristine Gailey (David), Kimberly Broadhead (Matthew), Matthew Hamilton (Molly), Emily Park (Alex), and his 30 grandchildren. Dean is preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Connie.
We thank everyone who has shown our family love and support at this time. We especially want to thank Aspen Ridge Health and Hospice, with a special thanks to Analyn and Laura. Viewing services will be held on Friday, September 20th from 6-8 pm at Larkin Sunset Lawn on 2350 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City, 84108. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 21st at 11am at 8100 South Top of the World Drive, Cottonwood Heights, 84121 with a viewing at 10 am prior to the service.
Those wishing to view the Completed service via Zoom can click "Watch Service" or follow the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/kwXlm5Cwt10re0l36rQxCTPv0h9ppapQ12KDadr53S9Xaf62i_UfSEViELrIxRSd.3RNpoDIBbUo1ioj3?startTime=1726935225000
Guestbook/Condolences
Becky, we are so sorry for your loss. We loved getting to know and working with you two in the Salt Lake Temple and occasionally running into you at the ranch. Dean is a giant of a man and will be sorely missed.
May the Lord's comfort and choicest blessings be with you and your family.
Love, Paul & Gail
What an amazing man it was such an honor to know him and and true blessing to have as a friend he truly cared about others and had such an amazing attitude always made me smile my life is better because of brother Hamilton I will miss you my friend brother rooney
Unfortunately, I’ve only known Dean for about the last four years. What an incredible man and a great inspiration! I did always enjoy discussing western pioneer history with him. He was very knowledgeable in church history, and the scriptures. I believe Dean was a big believer and listening to the still small voice and felt that insight and miracles were there for the taking. We simply needed to ask for them in prayer. I truly enjoyed every minute. I spent with the man and will deeply miss him. He was a great builder with wood, steel, and men. Rest in peace, brother.
It's hard to find the words to ecpress how much "Bishop Hamilton" and later, our dear friend "Dean" has meant to me and our family. He was the neighbor and Bishop who welcomed us into our neighborhood and ward when we first moved into our home in 2006. He was so friendly, kind and caring. I remember thinking we had hit the jackpot by moving into a Ward with such an incredible leader! And since my own father was thousands of miles away, Bishop Hamilton was like a second Dad, or dear Uncle to me. He always went out of his way to check in with me, Lee and the boys. We were also blessed to have him as our Home Teacher for many years. He brought our family countless treats and thoughtful gifts, especially for Christmas. He not only taught gospel principles, he lived them. He served others selflessly. I greatly looked up to his example and guidance. I will always remember him driving by our home and if I was outside, stopping to pull over and talk. This happened every few months--even in the winter! His first words were always "How's Lee?" Then, he always asked about our boys. He didn't just ask to be polite; he genuinely cared about them. He would end our truck-side chats with words of kindness and encouragement. Above all, Dean was a true friend to me. He was a follower of Christ and someone who I looked up to, admired, and respected. I am so grateful our paths crossed. I will miss him dearly.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Dean. I have fond memories of the many outdoor games we played at my house and his house on Bendamere Circle.
We are.so sorry to hear about the passing of Brother Hamilton. He was and is such a sweet l giving man. We think of you Sister Hamilton and pray for peace and comfort to be with you and the family. It was such a blessing to have you in our Ward. Love You sSster Gill, David and Mabel
Becky & Family
We were so sad to hear of Deans passing. Our hearts break for you and your family. He was such an amazing man and a wonderful example to us all!
Sending our love and sympathy.
Alan, Peggy & family
Thank you Dean, for your life and your big personality and energy you brought to the people who shared a moment or many with you on this journey. From Brighton