Phillip Jack Hamilton Sr. of Cuba, Missouri was born on Friday, February 29, 1952 in Rolla, Missouri to Harold “Quentin” Hamilton and Fay Maxine (nee Cooksey) Hamilton and passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at the age of 74 years, 7 months and 29 days.
Phil graduated from Cuba High School in the Class of 1970.
Shortly after graduation, he proudly joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served his country honorably for seven years.
He married Betty Jane Uffman. He later married Linda Lee Summers Mullen.
Phil was a Christian of the Lutheran faith.
He worked as an instrument engineer for Shell Oil in Wood River, Illinois until his retirement. He later worked as a consultant.
He was currently serving as Adjutant for American Legion Post #522 and was a former president of the Venice Social Club in Pontoon Beach, Illinois.
Phil enjoyed fishing, traveling and trips to the casino. He took pride in his lawn and loved spending time outdoors mowing. He also enjoyed the companionship of his cat Patches.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Quentin and Fay Hamilton; and parents-in-law, Walter and Gladys Summers.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Hamilton of Cuba, Missouri; son, Phil Jr. “PJ” and wife Denna Hamilton of Granite City, Illinois; step daughters, Shelley Mullen and Stephanie and husband Ernie Wilkinson both of Cuba, Missouri; sister, Linda and husband Clark Kent of Cuba, Missouri; granddog, Daisel Mae the golden retriever; other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Hutson Funeral Home in Cuba, Missouri.
Funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at Hutson Funeral Home in Cuba, Missouri with Pastor Gary Mace officiating.
Burial at Meramec Hills Cemetery in Cuba, Missouri with full military honors.
Arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home in Cuba, Missouri.
