Ms. Jessica Lynn Hamilton, age 45, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Sunday, April 5, 2026, at her residence in Lafayette, Georgia, surrounded by her loving family.

Jessica was born September 5, 1980, in Massillon, Ohio, the daughter of James Grafe and Jacqueline Endinger Richardson.

Jessica was a warm and caring mother and grandmother who cherished spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, who were the light of her life. She had a passion for painting and enjoyed creating diamond art. Jessica dedicated many hours volunteering at the local hospital and was actively involved in her church and community. One of her proudest accomplishments was earning her Associate’s Degree in Applied Science.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dylan and Abby Hamilton of Crandall, Georgia; daughters and son-in-law, Kaylee and Eric Bradley, and Reese Hamilton, all of Dalton, Georgia; and Brooke Hamilton of Lafayette, Georgia. She is also survived by her brothers, Joe Grafe and Jimmy Grafe of Ohio, and Michael Hamilton of Varnell, Georgia; sisters, Traci Ball of Tunnel Hill, Georgia, Jill Hamilton of Varnell, Georgia, Brionna Grafe, and Melissa Bredinger; grandchildren, Alice Ryan and Lucy Hamilton; as well as several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

A service to celebrate the life of Jessica Hamilton will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Maple Grove Baptist Church, 4006 Maple Grove Church Rd., Resaca, GA, 30735, with Reverend Duane Smith officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until the service hour.

Arrangements are entrusted to Ponders Melrose Chapel, Dalton, Georgia.

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