Obituary: Lawrence ‘Keith’ Hamilton, 63, Lebanon
Lawrence “Keith” Hamilton, 63, of Lebanon, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 31, 2025. He was born July 20, 1961, in Marion County. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend whose kindness and dedication touched countless lives.
He retired as assistant director of the Kentucky Division of Environmental Services, where his commitment to protecting the natural beauty of Kentucky was evident in all he did. Following his retirement, he continued to serve his community through his work at Pat’s Pharmacy and by lending his expertise for many years at his father’s business, J and L Alignment.
He was a man of deep faith and service and was a proud member of the Lebanon Knights of Columbus Council # 1264 where he earned the title of Sir Knight of the 4th degree. He gave generously of his time as a member of the Marion County Fair Board and shared his love of music as a member of the Saint Augustine Folk Choir and the Silverado Band, where he played guitar and sang with joy.
His greatest happiness came from spending time with his family, especially attending his grandchildren’s games and enjoying horseback riding together. His warmth, humor, and gentle spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and music that will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and community.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Altha Jo Carrico Hamilton.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Kimberly Fenwick Hamilton; one daughter, Katie Jo Broyles (Cory) of Lebanon; one son, Richard Keith Hamilton (Natasha) of Lebanon; his father, James Spencer Hamilton of Lebanon; one sister, Maura Clark of Lebanon; one brother, Tracy Hamilton of Versailles; four granddaughters, Grace Hamilton, Mattie Hamilton, Adilei Hamilton and Kinzleigh Jo Broyles; and three grandsons, Trent Worley, Dylan Coulter, and Caden Broyles.
The Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Lebanon with the Rev. Daniel Whelan officiating. Burial is in the St. Charles Cemetery.
Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Mattingly Funeral Home in Loretto with a 7 p.m. prayer service with Deacon Joseph R. Dant., and 9:30-11 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, at St. Augustine Church.
Pallbearers are Cody Gordon, Dakota Clark, Hunter Clark, Matthew Hamilton, Caden Broyles, Dylan Coulter, Charlie Montgomery, and Brian Hamilton; Honorary Pallbearers are Kinzleigh Broyles, Grace, Mattie, and Adilei Hamilton, Trent Worley, Michaela Hutchins, and Grace Tungate.
Memorial donations may go to the Knights of Columbus, 600 S. Spalding Avenue, Lebanon, KY 40033.
Mattingly Funeral Home in Loretto is in charge of arrangements.
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