Mariana Hamilton Obituary

   Mrs. Mariana Frances Hamilton, age 90, of Wesley Mountain Dr., Blairsville, GA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at her home.  Mrs. Hamilton was born on October 16, 1935, in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Edward Dowling and the late Providence Gazzetta Dowling.  As an only child, she was the apple of her mother’s eye. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  Mrs. Hamilton has resided in Blairsville for 50 years. Her early life included a career at many well-known companies and the government, such as New York City Macy’s, Hershey’s, Prentice Hall Publishers and Governors Island, where she met her beloved husband, Charlie.  Mariana then dedicated her life to raising her family and after being widowed for the 2nd time, she began substitute teaching at Union County Schools which she thoroughly enjoyed. In her leisure time, Mariana enjoyed dinners with her family, traveling, shopping for fashion and reading. She was an animal lover and loved her dogs, especially her Suzie and Riley.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, the love of her life and father of her children, Charles Loskosky, and her 2nd dedicated husband, Paul Hamilton who helped her raise 3 daughters after the death of their father.  Mrs. Hamilton was strong in her faith and a follower of Jehovah.

   Surviving Mrs. Hamilton are three daughters and son-in-laws; Cheryl and Joe Dyer of Blairsville, GA, Barbara and David Gordon of Hoschton, GA and Tara and David King of Gainesville, GA, five grandchildren; Heather White, Kyle (Brittney) White, Cody (Chantelle) Dyer, Ryan King, Emma King, and three great grandchildren; Braydin Burnett, Ayden Burnett, and Kye Burnett. She also leaves behind very special family, Phyllis Mathews and Paul Hamilton Jr along with many other dear family and friends.  

   A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 7:00 pm at the Mountain View Chapel. Special music will be presented by Ayden Burnett.  The family will meet with friends on Wednesday, from 5-7:00 pm just prior to the service.  Flowers are appreciated, however if you wish, memorials may be made to the Union County Humane Society Mtn. Shelter in Mrs. Hamilton’s memory.

   Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com