Darwin Allison Hamilton

Darwin Allison Hamilton 65, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 with his wife by his side.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 8th, 2pm, at the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ in Arlington, Texas. Masks will be required. There will be social distanced seating for those who attend in person, and anyone unable to attend can watch the celebration live at the following link: https://youtu.be/cTmvjrlqrT4

In lieu of flowers: Donations in his honor may be made to the American Lung Association; please
reference Darwin Hamilton, 3916 Perkins Road, Arlington, TX 76016.

Darwin grew up in Las Cruces, New Mexico and graduated from Las Cruces High School.
He went on to welding and mechanics school where he truly excelled. If he didn't have a tool or a
part for his car,he would craft one to fit his need. He was a true genius in making things work.

Darwin's 33-year career with Lockheed Martin began at the White Sands Missile Range in New
Mexico where he supported flight tests and upgrades on the Multiple Launch Rocket System. He
later moved to Texas to help manage the maintenance and testing of the fleet launchers in Dallas.
Additionally, he also managed the test support and integration labs. Darwin had a strong work
ethic, was willing to help anyone, and always had a smile.

Most people who knew Darwin, knew his hobby was dirt track racing. He found his passion for
car racing as a young child. He built his own race cars from the inside out. Driving his Mod-lite
race car (#54) always brought that unforgettable smile to his face. His racing career resulted in
many Wins and Championships.

Darwin and Linda were married in 2016. Darwin’s love for racing was only surpassed by his love for
Linda. It was evident to everyone else when he quickly had her name placed on the inside of his
beloved racecar, then later added to the outside as well.

Darwin strictly adhered to his principles: honor God, be kind, work hard, be dependable, have a
good attitude and go the extra mile. Darwin was a kindhearted person and a mentor to many.
You couldn’t miss the twinkle in his eye when telling a joke.He made friends easily and retained them
for life. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Darwin was preceded in death by his Father, Raymond Elton Hamilton; brother, Weldon Woodrow "Woody" Hamilton.

Survivors: Loving Wife, Linda Hamilton; stepson, Seth Cross; daughters, Heather Hamilton, Tiffany Bristol;
son-in-law, Curtis Bristol; grandchildren, Dylan Bristol-Hamilton, Sky Bristol; brother, W. Shannon
Hamilton; nephew, Alexander Hamilton; sister, Erin Hamilton Davis; and Darwin’s mother, Kathleen Hamilton.
Darwin’s mother, sister, and his beautiful daughters, both grandsons, and son-in-law reside in Las
Cruces, New Mexico. His brother lives in Chiloquin, Oregon