Kelly Hamilton died Aug. 19, 2011 while on a cruise to the Bahamas. She passed away living life to the end enjoying new adventures, food and ports of call.

She was born Kelly Cochran Aug. 25, 1959 in Seattle and was a longtime resident of Whidbey Island.

She is survived by her husband Jeff and daughters Olivia and Madison; brother Clay Cochran; nieces Amanda and Phalen and nephew Cole. Also cousins Jean Cochran Gore, Jim Cochran and aunt and uncle Dixie and Jerry Cochran.

The Hamilton family recently relocated to Charleston, S.C.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to the Hospice of Charleston at 4975 Lacrosse Road, Suite 200, North Charleston, SC 29406.

May God bless Kelly.