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Rodney Dean Hamilton

Apr. 4, 1963 - Aug. 27, 2024

Date of Service: Sep. 6, 2024

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BURLEY – The Denver Broncos lost their #1 fan, Rodney Hamilton, age 61, on August 27, 2024, at University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Rodney was born the baby of five boys on April 4, 1963, in Burley, Idaho, to Gene and Rayola Hamilton. In November of 1980, Rodney left the small town of Heyburn, Idaho, and headed off to California for basic training to fulfill his dreams of joining the United States Marines; he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. After serving three years he returned home and, shortly thereafter, met the love of his life, Kimberly Abner. Rodney and Kimberly were married on November 24, 1984; from this union were born two children, Trenton and Megan. This November they would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Rodney was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who worked hard every day for each one of them.

For many years, Rodney worked for Gary Jones Construction and was able to partially retire in 2020. He was a Jack of all trades, doing whatever, going wherever he was needed whether it was building, driving or doing mechanic work. In 2017, Rodney started driving truck for Idaho Milk Transport and was a dedicated driver for them until his last day.

Rodney is survived by his wife, Kimberly Hamilton; his son, Trenton Hamilton; his daughter, Megan Hamilton; his grandchildren, Rayden, Aarlie Anne, Lilliana, Carter, and soon-to-arrive, Declan Dean; his brothers, Terry Hamilton and Mark Hamilton; and his nieces and nephews. Rodney’s grandchildren were his pride and joy.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Rayola Hamilton; his oldest brother, Doug Hamilton and brother, Paul Hamilton.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, September 6, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley. Interment will take place at a later date at Riverside Cemetery in Heyburn.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home of Burley.

Condolences for Rodney Dean Hamilton

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From Paul Evans:

You were a good man Rodney. You will truly be missed.

From Timber :

I'm so sorry for your loss. He was an outstanding man, husband, dad, grandpa, brother and uncle. May his spirit live on in all you do. He loved you immensely. GOD be with you always.

From Stan Kraemer :

I'm so sad to hear this. Kim my condolences to you. He is a great man. Will miss seeing him at Smith's.

From Idaho State Veterans Cemetery Blackfoot:

Rest in peace with honor and gratitude for your service.

From Bobcat Corner:

We’re so sorry for your loss. Rodney will be forever missed by the crew at Bobcat Corner. It won’t be the same not seeing him in there everyday.

From Stephanie Clayton:

Kim and Megan and family. I'm so sorry to hear this. May God bless you and get you through this time of sorrow and need. May he put his loving arms around you and give you strength and courage I love you if you need anything call me

From Dora Hutchison:

Rodney and my Husband Kerry Hutchison worked and played together for many years at Jones Construction. Rodney and I worked together for the last 6 years at Idaho Milk Transport. He was a funny, kind hearted friend. We will miss him.

From Tina Fredrickson :

It was such an honor being your dispatcher, Rodney. I'm truly blessed to call you my friend. You will truly be greatly missed. I'm going to miss hearing " you got it sister, whatever you need". Football season won't be the same without you coming in the office and giving us all a bad time. RIP brother.....

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