Hamilton, Pamela 48, of Troy, Missouri, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2012 at her residence. She was born on September 13, 1963 in Hobart, Indiana, a loving daughter of James and Patricia "Pat" Metz. Pamela was united in marriage to Tim Hamilton, on June 8, 2000, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pamela graduated from Hobart High School in 1982 and continued her education at Indiana University as a Dental Assistant. She tended the animals on the family farm. Pamela had a real love for her animals, raised Cochin chickens, was very close to receiving her Master Breeder License, won several shows and titles and competed at the 2008 Missouri State Fair, received Champion overall in show. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Hawk Point, Missouri VFW Post #7560 and American Legion in New Chicago, Indiana. She held a special place in her heart for her family and her animals She is survived by loving husband, Tim Hamilton of Troy, Missouri; one daughter, Nicole Owen of Troy, Missouri; parents: James and Patricia "Pat" Metz of Hobart, Indiana; step-daughter, Jamie Reinhart of Portage, Indiana; two brothers: Michael Metz and Steve Metz of Hobart, Indiana; She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 3, 2012 at Calvary Cemetery in Portage, Indiana. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to All Paws. In care of Kemper-Marsh-Millard Family Funeral Chapel; P.O. Box 222, Troy, MO 63379. Online condolences may be made at www.millardfamilychapels.com Ph.(636) 528-8221