Jeffrey A. Hamilton, age 51, of Ava, Mo. died on March 3, 2012 in Springfield, Mo. He was born on March 29, 1960 to Jerry and Charlene (Baker) Hamilton. He was a 1978 graduate of Lincoln Southeast High School. He resided in Ava, Mo. for the past 14 years. Jeff was an over the road truck driver and he loved his job. He was an avid fisherman and a self taught computer geek. He enjoyed helping others worldwide with their computer and earned many blue ribbons for his efforts on the forum. Jeff had a lifetime love of music, was a friend to everyone and especially loved NASCAR.

Jeffrey is survived by his daughters, Kristy Hamilton Hille and Aleah Hamilton; granchildren, Peyton, Kennady and Ainsley; parents, Jerry and Charlene Hamilton of Lincoln; sister and spouse, Julie and Steven Lillich of Lincoln; brother and spouse, Greg and Alyce Hamilton of Denver; nieces and nephews, Heather, Danielle, Emily, Jenna, Jacob and Jack; great niece, Kyla; many friends including, Danny Kaiser, Daniel Wiltfong; Mike Collier and Sonny Beeotch.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 9, 2012 at 2 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Joyce Meyer Ministries, P.O. Box 655, Fenton, MO 63026. Wyuka Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences at www.wyuka.com