Ruben James Hamilton

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ruben J. Hamilton, age 54, of Erie, on Thursday, October 22nd, 2026, at his Erie home.

He was born on July 10, 1972, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Peter Hamilton Sr. and Donna Mae (Tangle) Hamilton.

Ruben was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at the age of 18. He graduated from Tech Memorial High School in 1991.

Ruben was loved and liked by every person he touched his presence with. He loved doing lawn care, playing cards, fishing and hanging out with family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is survived by his siblings, Peter (Zanetra) Hamilton Jr., Tonya (Lavon) Clark and Nea (Andrew) Hamilton; seven nephews, Christian (Latrese) Hamilton, Jarea Tamplin, D’Angelo (Terricia) Hamilton, A’Londre Hamilton, Peter Hamilton III, Rodney Eddy Jr., and Rodshmier Eddy; two nieces, LaVona Hamilton and Neasha Eddy; and a host of great nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts and cousins.

Friends are invited to call at First Born Apostolic Church, 1221 East 19th Street, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. He will be laid to rest near his beloved parents in Lakeside Cemetery.

Ruben will be deeply missed, but his spirit will forever live on in our hearts. May he rest in peace.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Burton Quinn Scott Cremation & Funeral Services Inc. Downtown, 602 W 10th St, Erie, Pennsylvania 16502.

Send condolences to www.BurtonQuinnScott.com