Ms. Diana Lynn Hamilton

****NOTE: FIRST UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH IS HOSTING A SERVICE IN LOVING MEMORY FOR THE FAMILY OF MS. DIANA LYNN CRAWFORD ON FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 2023 ******LOCATION, DAY & TIMES FOR SERVICE TO BE HELD AT THE CHURCH ARE LISTED BELOW *****PLEASE NOTE: WHEN ENTERING THE FUNERAL HOME OR THE CHURCH: MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING ARE STILL REQUIRED. THE CHURCH WILL PROVIDE HAND SANITIZER WHEN ENTERING THE BUILDING. ____________________________ Scripture: Psalm 23 Psalm 23 - The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Obituary: Today, we are celebrating the life of Diana Lynn Hamilton. Diana was born on November 20th, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to William Thomas and Effie Mae Wilson. At a young age, Diana moved to Kalamazoo Michigan along with her parents as they opened an IGA convenience store and gas station. Diana was a member of the original graduating class at Kalamazoo Central High School located on Drake Rd. She married Robert Hamilton shortly after and they began a family together. Diana was a devoted mother to her three children: Sabrina, Robert and Eric, and a devoted grandmother to her grandchildren. Her family meant the world to her, and she always put them first. Diana's warmth, kindness, and selflessness extended beyond her family to strangers who she met along her path. Diana had a successful career at the Upjohn company, where she made many lifelong friendships. She was admired by her colleagues for her intelligence, dedication, and work ethic. Diana had a passion for education, and she was proud to receive her Master's degree in 2022. Diana was preceded in death by her siblings, Saul Wilson, Floyd Wilson, and Arletha Ford. She will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and her many friends and colleagues. Her family and friends take comfort in knowing that Diana's legacy will live on through the many lives she touched. A celebration of Diana's life will be held on April 21st, 2023, at First United Baptist Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Diana will always be remembered for her kind heart, unwavering spirit, beautiful smile and her love for her family and community. Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.

Ms. Diana Lynn Hamilton

November 20, 1953 - April 12, 2023