Kari Lynn Jenkins Hamilton, 45, a resident of Sedro-Woolley, passed away on May 8, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She had fought a long battle with cancer.
Kari was born on November 30, 1970 in Sedro-Woolley, the daughter of William & Lloydene (King) Jenkins. She was raised in Bow and attended school in Burlington.
Kari worked as a clerk at local convenience stores for several years. On August 26, 1996 she was united in marriage to Mark Hamilton and they made their home in Oak Harbor where she raised her family and work as a manager for Sound View Shopping Mart. In 2007 they moved back to the Skagit Valley and she worked at the Skagit Casino Gas Mart.
Spare time found Kari gardening, going to the beach, going to the casino, or helping out others. She was ALWAYS willing to help. When family needed help she took in and cared for them, especially her great nephew, eventually adopting him into her family. Everyone was always welcome in her home, be it family or friends.
Kari is survived by her husband, Mark at the family home in Sedro-Woolley; her children, Kevin Otto of Seattle, Brandon Dean of Burlington and Krystelle and Thandon Hamilton of Sedro-Woolley; her mother, Lloydene Jenkins (Cliff) of Burlington; sisters, Leeshelle Howard (George) of Bow and Raelynn Jenkins (Danny) of Burlington; mother in law, Darlene Hamilton, of Pennsylvania; close friends, Kurt Walden and Carin Cooper and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, William Jenkins; grandparents, Lloyd & Norma King and Bill & Ruby Jenkins; father in law, Al Hamilton.
The Hamilton family wishes to thank Dr. Bruce Mathey, and the staff at Hospice of the Northwest for their loving care for Kari. They also request that memorials be made to the North Puget Cancer Care Center at United General Hospital or the Regional Cancer Care Center at Skagit Valley Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley. Interment will be at the Bow Cemetery, followed by a potluck gathering. Share memories of Kari and sign the online guest register.
I went to Edison grade school with Kari and as most do, lost touch and went separate ways once entering B-EHS. I was very saddened to read of her passing and her long fought battle with cancer. Thoughts of her throughout the years were always as a kind person with a caring smile. We always wanted her to be on our team, she was so tall and strong! So sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to her family and friends. Blessings.
A young Lady that went before her time, you will be missed, be at peace and know that you will always have a place in my heart. It is true what they say, “Only then Good die young”.
I love you Kari. I will miss you so much. I know your in a better place with the rest of our family. We will meet again another day cux. Love you soooo much!!!
Kari was the most giving person I know. She always helped anyone that asked, even when she had little herself. Kari, I will miss you so much. Love Aunt Susie
To my beautiful sister, Im going to miss you more they words can say. But Im glad that you are not in pain and flying with all the angels. I Love you and going to remember the good times
Love you Kari,you will be greatly missed R.I.P.
My heart goes out to the whole family. Kari was a loving mother and and all around caring person. I know how much she will be missed. My deepest sympathy.
Aunt Celeste
I have so many memories growing up with Kari. She was like another sister. So many days spent playing at her house or mine. Playing in her playhouse, sleeping in our front yard during the summers, building forts, riding bikes all around Bow. Just too many to mention……I miss you already sweet girl. I’ll see you soon.
Love, Patti
I will always cherish what we had, our moments, laughter, sadness, talks about whatever and just being goofy. You will be with me always and forever. Just wont be the same without you here on earth but i know you’ll always be with me in spirit. I love you to the moon and back. May you rest in peace my good friend, until i see you again. Love and miss you deeply
She will be greatly missed. I loved her even rhough we have not been in touch ,when i spoke with her catching up a couple months ago it was like we never missed a beat.. she truley was a wonderful woman.
Kari you have left us way to soon. I am thankful that you are not suffering or in pain. I love you very much! I will cherish our good times thru my memories and look forward to seeing you again. Forgive me for I am not able to make it to Washington for your services. I will have a moment of silence and be there for you in spirit on Friday at 2 sharp Washington time.
To the family and friends of this special woman… You are in my thoughts and prayers. {{hugs}} to all!!