Ralph Hamilton, 84, of Casa Grande died on April 4, 2012, at Hospice Family Care.Mr. Hamilton was born on Jan. 5, 1928, in Seattle and was a son of Ralph and Agnes Hamilton. He served in the Army Signal Corps, was a World War II veteran and was discharged in 1948. He later was a telecommunications consultant. He loved golf and travel and formerly painted in watercolor. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Muriel; a son, James Hamilton of Washington; a daughter, Holly West of Tennessee; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel was in charge of arrangements.