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Marilyn Hamilton

August 26, 2010

        Marilyn Hamilton, 80, a resident of Lake Ariel, formerly of Cedar Grove, NJ, died Thursday evening in the Mercy Hospital after a brief illness.

        She was born in Newark, NJ, the daughter of the late George and Adelaide Miller Jockel.  She was a graduate of Bloomfield High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Panzer College, Montclair, NJ.  She was a member of the Hickory Street Presbyterian Church and served as a Deacon.  She was active in the Hideout Golf Association, Bowling League, Art Club and the Legends Performing Group.  Prior to retirement she was employed as a claims adjuster for CNA Insurance in New Jersey.

        She enjoyed all sports and was an avid golfer.

        Surviving are her children, Mark Traphagen and his wife Karyn, Durham, NC, Leigh R. Hamilton and his wife Laura, Little Falls, NJ,  Joyce L. Cimera and her husband Glenn, Colorado Springs, CO, Dale S. Hamilton and his wife Sue, Scranton; eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren and her dog Shotzie.

        Cremation Services were held at the Maple Hill Crematory, Hanover Township.  A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m. in the Hickory Street Presbyterian Church, 435 Hickory Street, by the Reverend Tom H. Collins.

        There will be no public viewing hours.



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