Neil Rae HAMILTON

HAMILTON Neil Rae Neil Rae Hamilton passed away peacefully at the Colonel Belcher, at the age of 85 years. Neil is survived by his three children, Brenda (George) Hardingham, Robert (Susan) Hamilton and Cheryl (Ross) Dunstan; and three grandchildren, Jule-Anne, Angela and Bradley. Neil was born in Regina, Saskatchewan. He grew up on a farm, as the eldest of three brothers, Bill, Ken and Stuart and a sister Barbara, all who have predeceased him. Neil married his soulmate June in 1956, who has also predeceased him. Neil joined the RCAF in 1941 and was based in England and Tunisia. He completed thirty-six missions and returned to England as a flight instructor where he lost his sight. His motto "Quit Never" led him to a successful career with the CNIB and many sporting achievements. Neil was an active member of the Lion's Club for over forty years and received the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award, the highest commendation in Lionism. At eighty years of age, Neil launched his autobiography, "Wings of Courage", a book that inspired many. Neil will be remembered for his positive outlook, his love of life and his caring nature. "We'll miss you Pal." A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Monday, March 6, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. If so desired, in lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in Neil's name directly to the Operation Eyesight (4 Parkdale Crescent N.W., Calgary, AB, T2N 3T8). To e-mail expressions of sympathy: mountainview@arbormemorial.com subject heading: Neil Hamilton. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME and CEMETERY, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (1.5 km east of 84 Street S.E.). Telephone: 403-272-5555.