HAMILTON, HEATHER - February 19, 1978 - November 28, 2008 - Heather Hamilton of Wabasca, AB, beloved daughter of Paul and Jacqueline Hamilton of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2008 at the age of 30 years. Heather was born on February 19, 1978 in Saint John, New Brunswick. She graduated from St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia in 2002, obtaining her Bachelor of Education degree. Heather began her teaching career at St. Theresa's school in Wabasca, Alberta. Heather had a great passion for teaching and love for her students. She enjoyed photography and had a very outgoing personality. She treasured life and especially loved to be with her family and friends. Her motto throughout her life was to Live, Love and Laugh!!! Heather is survived by her parents, Paul and Jackie; sisters, Krista (Chuck) Hopper, Paula (Jeff) Mikolajow and Lisa Hamilton; brother Mike (Leanne) Hamilton; nieces, Jessie, Jaida and Lauren; nephew Avery; grandparents, May McDevitt, Merle and Dorothy Wright; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Heather was predeceased by her grandfather, Roland Hamilton. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB) today, December 5, 2008 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Heather's honour may be made directly to the Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids Society, 223 12th Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2R 0G9, Telephone: (403) 264-7979 www.brownbaggingit.org. In living memory of Heather Hamilton, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., Calgary AB T2X 3J3 Telephone: 403-256-9575.