Catherine M. Hamilton, 76, of Binghamton, New York, passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday, October 16, 2026. Born on January 25, 1950, in Cortland, NY, Catherine was a high school graduate whose life was marked by steady devotion to those she loved.
A devoted wife and mother, Catherine shared 50 years of marriage with her husband, Ronald Hamilton. In the daily rhythms of home and family, she built a life defined by care, constancy, and a love that was deeply felt by all who knew her.
Catherine found joy in the things that reflected her gentle interests and thoughtful spirit—especially her collections of horses and elephants. She also enjoyed traveling, with cruises holding a special place among her favorite ways to see the world.
Her faith and community ties were important to her. Catherine was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church and sang in the church choir. She also belonged to the Binghamton Bach Society and was a member of the Chenango Bridge Fire Ladies Auxiliary, giving her time and presence to the organizations that connected her to others and enriched her community.
Catherine was predeceased by her parents, Robert & Virginia Steen; her son, David Hamilton; her brothers, Daniel Steen and Robert Steen; her sister, Virginia Steen; and her daughter-in-law, Kerri Hamilton.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald Hamilton; her children, Heather Bodine (Steven), Robert Hamilton, Susan Kleitz (Joseph), and Sean Hamilton (Marija Balan); her grandchildren, Fiona, Cadhla & Kiera Hamilton, Lilyana Hamilton, Jaxson Kleitz, Zachary, Haleigh & Andrew Bodine, Sofija Balan and Markus Hamilton; her sister, Elizabeth Yolanda Dancesia (John); her brothers, Paul Steen (Christine), James Steen and Thomas Steen (Melinda); her best friends, Brenda Hammond and Gerry & Debbie Hackett; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will receive friends at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1049 Chenango Street, Binghamton, NY on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 9-10 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10 AM.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations to Mercy House of the Southern Tier, 212 North McKinley Ave., Endicott, NY 13760, or a charity of your choice.
