James Hamilton Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Hamilton of Newton, Massachusetts, who passed away on October 10, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Hamilton to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Malinda Hamilton; his children, Lianna Chong and Guy Hamilton; his grandsons, Isaiah Chong and Theodore Chong; his siblings, John Hamilton, Dorothy Hamilton and Martha Sherman; and his parents, Joseph Hamilton and Margaret Hamilton. He was also cherished by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Dr. Hamilton's contributions to chemistry and medicine endure through hundreds of published papers with over 18, 000 citations.