Roy Lee Hamilton

Roy Hamilton (Big Boy), age 70, of Clifton, Va., died on July 4, 2012. He was born in Leesburg, Va to the Late Charles and Lillian Hamilton. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara, their six children, ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Roy was one of ten children, survived by his sister, Shirley Duley and his brother, Eddie Hamilton. He was employed for the past 35 years at JK Auto Parts in Baileys Crossroads, Va. Roy's passion for golf began at the early age of 12 caddying at Goose Creek Country Club. Years later, Roy joined a group at Goose Creek Country Club, moving then to Evergreen Country Club which consisted of the guys he had earlier caddied for known as the "Slicks". Roy continued to enjoy and play golf for years, entering tournaments and winning many prestigious awards for charity. Roy enjoyed his muscle cars. One of his most recent passions was taking his 1973 Candy Apple Red Camaro to car shows where he won many trophies. He shared these experiences with his wife and grandchildren. Roy enjoyed sports and was a lover of baseball and football. He was a huge fan of the Washington Redskins where he established life long relationships with several team members. Roy loved his wife of 25 years. They would have celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on July 12th. They shared an interesting story, meeting and dating, then parting for 23 years, reconnecting and finally marrying and sharing their lives together. Roy enjoyed his later years the most by spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be truly missed by everyone whose life he touched. In lieu of flowers, please click the Charities link below and donate to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation on Roy's Behalf.

Funeral Home:

Money & King Funeral Home

171 W. Maple Ave.

Vienna, VA

US 22180