Paula Hamilton

February 4, 1947 - May 31, 2008

Paula Hamilton of Philomath passed away peacefully of brain cancer at her home Saturday, May 31, surrounded by her family. She was 61. Paula was born in Grants Pass to Dennis and Erma Gallaher. She married Robert Hamilton, also of Grant Pass, on Nov. 4, 1967. Robert and Paula moved to Philomath in 1977 where they raised their family. Paula enjoyed sewing and was a skilled quilter. She was an integral part of the family's business, Bashful Bob's windows and doors. She enjoyed a wide circle of family and friends and was known for her jovial nature. Paula attended Calvary Chapel of Corvallis. Paula is survived by her husband Robert of Philomath; mother Erma Gallaher of Salem; sister Patricia Parsons of Salem; brothers, Mike Gallaher of Gresham and Dennis Davis of Sacramento, Calif.; daughters Christina and Alicia; son James; and eight grandchildren. Paula was preceded in death by her father in 1967. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at Calvary Chapel Church in Corvallis.