Anthony Boyd Clifford Hamilton's Obituary
Anthony Boyd Clifford Hamilton, Cliff to his friends, born October 17, 1921 passed away peacefully on September 9, 2021, just shy of his 100th birthday!
A long-term resident of Oakland, Cliff would befriend all who crossed his path with a twinkle in his eye and the charm and grace of a Southern gentleman. Cliff was born and raised in the Waynesville, North Carolina area before moving west some 60 plus years ago. He worked for Ford Motor Company and then later American President Lines (APL) before retiring at the age of 65. Although retired, he continued to assist his lady friends well into his 80s having survived all of them.
Cliff was predeceased by his companion of 46 years, Joseph Bettencourt, his parents Sanford Devereau and Altha Reed, siblings, Blake, Fornis, Forest, Dorothy, Maud and half sibling Sanford Deveraux "SD". He is survived by half siblings Connie Bryson of Waynesville, NC, Sue Sparks of Oakridge, TN, Charles Hamilton of Bennett, NC, Joyce Riggs of Lexington, TN and many nephews, nieces and friends.
Cliff lived a full life having travelled through Europe and the states but his favorite destination was Oahu, his final resting place, a place he visited more than 50 times during his life. He enjoyed hosting dinner parties for friends and friends of friends and came to enjoy the pot lucks when he was no longer able to host these parties.
A friend to many and a compassionate benefactor to many a stray cat or dog. Cliff maintained a positive and happy outlook on life and was looking forward to celebrating his 100th birthday!
A memorial service and reception celebrating his life will be held on October 17, 2021 at St. Columba Catholic Church, 6401 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland from 1:00 – 5:00
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