Address
Locke on 4th
1519 W 4th St.
Waterloo, IA 50702
Visitation
October 4, 2026
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Locke Garden View Chapel
3655 Logan Ave., Waterloo, IA
Funeral Service
October 5, 2026
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Locke Garden View Chapel
3655 Logan Ave., Waterloo, IA
Dorothy Ann Hamilton, 86, of Evansdale, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Cedar Valley Hospice Home, in Waterloo.
She was born June 7, 1940, in Troy Mills, daughter of Earl and Bertha Leopold Avis. Dorothy graduated from Troy Mills High School. She married Joseph Hamilton on August 21, 1965, in Waterloo; he preceded her in death on October 28, 2003.
Dorothy was a homemaker and mother. She enjoyed spending her time reading books, quilting, and playing Sudoku.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Victoria “Vicky” (Andrew Ebert) Hamilton of Toledo; son, Lawrence (Karen) Hamilton of Yorkville, IL, grandchildren, Brandon (Adrienne) Hamilton of Norfolk, VA, and Alexander (Brittney Higgins) Hamilton of Killeen, TX, great-grandchildren, Hailey Parker and Graylnn Baker, and twins on the way; one sister, Marjorie Neuenkirk of Waterloo; one brother, Paul (Linda) Avis of Cedar Falls; and step-siblings, Lester Avis, Leonard Avis, and Maxine Avis.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph; and siblings, Loyd Avis, Mary McNamara, Marie Lou Avis, Rosemarie Avis, Walter Avis; and step-sibling, Barb Dostart.
I am so sorry for the loss of Aunt Dot and wish I could get there for the services. She had a huge impact on the person I became and many of my childhood memories include lessons learned from Aunt Dot.
Sorry for your loss seems to lack the true depth of this moment. I know there will be many emotions to come as you go through this process. I have fond and amusing memories of the stories your mother would share. Please never forget you are not alone while you navigate this.
I’m Sorry for your loss my friend your mom was so cool! I learned a lot quilting and crafts. Your mom was so very warm and kind and funny to. I lioveher she will be missed. Your mom us loved by many people. Bug Hugs 🫂 to You Vicky my friend. I send my condolences to your family. If you need anything let me know my friend.
I am so sorry for the loss of Dorothy. She was my “mother Confessor ” whenever I needed advice or encouragement, she was the one that I turned to. I admired her dedication to her family and children. I liked her garden, quilts, and cooking. We enjoyed playing board games in the winter with her family. She was amazing. So missed.
We are never prepared for the loss of our mothers. They are irreplaceable in our lives. Know we are all here to be by your side during this difficult time.