Mary Hampton of Bellevue, Washington, passed away on May 17, 2010 at the age of 70 years. Mary was born November 6, 1939 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was the Valedictorian of Booker T. Washington High School, Class of 1957. After which she pursued a Nursing degree at Philadelphia General Hospital and subsequently Catholic University in Washington DC where she was conferred a Bachelors of Nursing. Later she was conferred a Master's of Nursing and Master's of Public Health from the University of Washington. Early in her career, 1960, Mary joined the Women's Army Nurse Corps, serving on active duty until the mid-1970's. She continued her military obligation in the Army Reserves, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1989. Shortly after settling in the Pacific Northwest in 1972, she joined the Seattle VA Hospital as a Critical Care Nurse. After 39 years of service Mary became the Executive Director of Nursing Services. In addition to her military, clinical, and administrative nursing obligations, Mary was a member of the faculty at the University of Washington, Seattle University, and Seattle Pacific University Schools of Nursing. Besides her other activities, Mary was an active participant in the Special Olympics for over 20 years as a volunteer.
She is survived by her husband, Henry G. Hampton; daughter, Enrica Hampton; son, David Hampton; and her brother, Willie Latin.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, May 24, 2010 at 10:30 am, at St Louise Catholic Church, 141 156th Avenue Southeast, Bellevue, WA 98007, with a visitation on Sunday, May 23, 2010 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm at Sunset Hills Funeral Home, 1215 – 145th Place SE Bellevue, WA 98007. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery will take place on August 30, 2010 at 9:00 am. Arrangements under the direction of Sunset Hills Funeral Home, Bellevue, WA.
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August 30, 2010
We remember Mary as "immortalizing every present moment so that her life has eternal significance." (Peterson's "The Art of Living")
With our deepest regards,
The Mothershed/ElDessouky/Pryor Family
July 16, 2010
Genevieve Jackson Romine
July 16,2010
To the Hampton family.Mary and I graduated from Booker T Washington High School in Shreveport,La.She was very smart,highly intelligent and funny.
I really enjoyed seeing her at our 50 year class reunion in 2008.
May God bless,comfort and keep you all always.And remember to always keep looking up Because God is always looking down.
Genevieve Jackson Romine
June 5, 2010
Hank, Enrica, and David,
The Scott family, Alma, Leonard, Joel, Kimberly, and Lorrie (Cardoso) were saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved wife, and mother, Mary. Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our thoughts. Love and best wishes to you
June 4, 2010
Mitch & Kelly Mitchell
Hank, Enrica, David,
Kelly & I are very saddened to learn of Mary's passing. We are indeed blessed to have known her!
Knowing that her legacy lives on in her loving relatives and many friends gives us encouragement.
Love,
Mitch & Kelly
June 3, 2010
Andrea Lucas
May God be with you, and your family. I met you years ago 1986 and you always had a smile on your face. It was a pleasure to know.
Sincerely,
Andrea Lucas Tacoma, WA
May 27, 2010
Carolyn Cole
I have had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Hampton at the VA since 1991. I will always remember her quiet grace and professionalism. She led by example and was always kind. I hope you find comfort in knowing there are so many people who knew and admired Mrs. Hampton, and will miss her, too.
May 27, 2010
Jane Blomberg
I wish to extend my condolences to Mary's family. I have worked under her in the CCU @ the Seattle VA. She has always been a wonderful, elegant, gracious lady. I know I will miss her along with many of my co-workers who have such respect and admiration for her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jane Blomberg RN
May 26, 2010
Vicki Harris
I was so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was an incredibly kind and caring person. I am blessed to have known her. I met her when I worked in HR at the VA.
May 26, 2010
Rest in Peace Mary.
May 26, 2010
Elizabeth Bazemore
To the family of Ms. Mary Hampton, I work at American Lake, I was deeply sorry to hear about your loss, my sister just passed at the age of 72, and was in the Women's Army Corp about the same time, she worked in OB-GYN, I can't help but wonder if they knew each other. I wish God's blessing upon the family, now and always.
Veterans Affairs Employee
Liz (AL)
May 25, 2010
Wayman Chan
To the Hampton family, my condolences. I worked with Mary in different capacities over the years. She was great to work with. My prayers for you all that the Lord would bring you comfort.
May 25, 2010
Sheryl Bufford
To the family, my prayers are with you during this time of separation from your wife and mother. May God embrace you in his arms of comfort and serenity. I was saddened to hear of Mary's passing, but rejoiced in having the opportunity to meet and work with her.
May 24, 2010
Robert Duell
To the Hampton family, I knew Mary for a few years, I met her when
I worked in VA at Seattle as a housekeeper in the day shift crew.
Then when I worked at American Lake 2CN Dementia unit.
She surely will be missed, the last time I saw her I was working 3rd
floor building #2. I met Mary and Frannkie Manning when I
was cleaning, I was asked about the wheelchair washer and who
was responsible for cleaning. She will be missed by all of us.
God bless you and your Family.
Housekeeper
Robert A. Duell
May 24, 2010
Vernice Haddix
Mr. Henry Hampton and Family:
My sincere condolences to each of you.
Henry, I had the honor of meeting Mary (Mrs. Hampton) through discussions with you and the many pictures, you shared of your travels together. Through you, I learned of her grace.
May God continue to rock Mary in his loving arms and continue to be a source of comfort for you and your family.
Mr. Vernice Haddix
Yreka, Ca.
May 24, 2010
Archie Orbino
The short time that I have known Ms. Hampton, I was impressed by her demeanor at work and her commitment to the VA. The VA will surely miss not having her around. Her legacy will not be forgotten....Archie Orbino, RN MICU
May 24, 2010
Franklin Williams
To The Family,
You have our deepest synpathy in your time of grief. Mary may be gone, but the the things she accomplished and the lives she touched, will keep her memory alive.
Frank and Althea Williams
May 24, 2010
Jeri Rowe-Curtis
To the Hampton Family, Mary's quiet grace, her humor and spirit of service will live on in the lives of those she so deeply touched. Through her VA nursing leadership, her mentoring of others, her commitment to community and military service, Mary's gifts will live on. Let let her smile and her laughter carry us forward. Thoughts and prayers go out today, as we pay tribute to a very special woman.
~ Jeri Rowe-Curtis, Redmond, WA.
May 24, 2010
Sandy Nielsen
I had the good fortune to work with Mary for the 8 years that I was Deputy Director at VA Puget Sound, and hearing of her death was a great shock. She will be greatly missed.
May 24, 2010
Abner Thomas Jr.
Henry, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care of yourself and family, Abner Jr.
May 24, 2010
Naedean Brown
Our prayers and condolences are with you in this time of your lost. May the peace of God continue to comfort and keep you. May the wonderful memories forever bring a smile and her love always be in your hearts. May God continue to keep and bless you.
Love
Naedean Cottrell Brown & Family
May 24, 2010
Joe & Mary Lewis
To Hank, Enrica and David - while we can't be there today to remember and share in the services for Mary, please know that our hearts and prayers go out to you in love and sympathy. Mary was a beautiful lady and beloved friend. We will always treasure her kindness and outreach to Jarrod and the entire family. We will no longer be able to talk to Mary or see her smiling face, but she will never fade from our memory. May God continue to smile down upon you and bless, keep and comfort you.
May 23, 2010
Donald Scott
Our prayers are with the family. Our fond memories will be cherished forever. We love you, we miss you and we will be together again! The Scott family - Coushatta, LA
May 23, 2010
Donna Tiemann
We are blessed and honored to have enjoyed Mary as our aunt - so kind and generous to us always. Beautiful, loving Aunt Mary...
The Tiemann family
May 23, 2010
Betty Dunkins
Mary, How can this be? Bruce and I had such a wonderful time with you and Hank in July.Knowing you for 30 some year,you were the same Mary Latin but I guess you were ill then. You were such a beautiful person,you will be sorely missed. I am sure you are with God now. I wish comfort for your family. Betty
May 23, 2010
John Hopkin
The loss of Mary Hampton is deeply felt by myself and many others here at the VA. I can honestly say she was the best, most supportive and uplifting manager I have worked with to date. I am so sorry for your loss. I can only hope to live up to her shining example in my nursing career. Her inspiration lives on in me, as I'm sure it does in many others. Take good care of yourselves in this difficult time.--John Hopkin, RN
May 23, 2010
Rogene Shinpaugh
My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Mary was one of the most caring, concerned people I have ever met. She was truly a nurse's nurse. I will miss her greatly.
May 23, 2010
Jaime Sifre
Mrs. Hampton, thank you for everything that you did for the Veterans of the Northwest and to the staff that cares for them. You may be gone, but in my mind and heart you continue to be an inspirational force. Thank you for sharing part of your time with me.
May 23, 2010
Peg Albrizio
"We never know how high we are
Til we are called to rise;
And then, if we are true to plan,
Our statures touch the skies."
~ Emily Dickinson ~
May 23, 2010
Barbara Hill
To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die
May 22, 2010
Patricia Richardson
Mary will be remembered as a respected nursing leader and a generous colleague. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
May 22, 2010
Betty Cook
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Those of us who worked with Mary for so many years have lost a wonderful mentor, colleague, and friend. Mary was unforgettable! I will always remember her encouraging words and smile.
May 22, 2010
Shirley Cameron
My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time of grief. May the peace and love of God be especially close to each of you. She will be remembered by many with whom she worked. A donation to the Special Olympics will be made in her name.
May 21, 2010
Tracye Wilson
Gone but not forgotten.
May 21, 2010
Tracye Wilson
To the family of Mrs. Hampton; The concerns of your heart are on other hearts too, and you're warmly remembered in prayer, with the hope that it helps to bring comfort knowing how much others care. Her laugh will never be forgotten!
May 21, 2010
Audrey Drake
Mary Hampton was a dedicated, committed and compassionate nurse. She will be remembered for her leadership and excellent care to veterans. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 21, 2010
Ginger & Richard Goldman
Thank you, Mary, for sharing your life, joy, and many insights with us over the last 40 years while we built our homes and raised our kiddos together. You were a wonderful neighbor and friend and introduced us to the bonding power of bayou-style sweet potato pie. We guard your memory in our hearts and wish for peace in the days ahead for all your family.
May 21, 2010
Irma Evans
Hampton Family,
Mary did so much in her time on this earth. We will miss all the things she had planned and did not get to do. She lived a truly full life.
Irma Evans and Family
May 21, 2010
We will always remember Mary's smilling face every Saturday during our Special Population Bowling practice. She will be greatly missed by all our clients and parents as she was a wonderful lady. Mary's kind words of incouragement helped me deal with my cancer, and for that I thank her dearly.
(Sue and Michelle Andersen, Special Olympics, Seattle, WA)
May 21, 2010
Susie Dawson
Heart felt sympathy, you're in our prayers. Susie and family
May 21, 2010
Gloria Dennis
My heart is truly saddened by this news. We only knew Mary for a brief period of time but she added so much depth to our family research and history. She will always be recognized during our memorials. Our prayers are with the family and friends. Gloria Dennis and the Latin Family
May 21, 2010
Arlene Walker
I am so sorry to hear of your wife Mary's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the Lord to help you through this most difficult time.
Your cousin,
May 21, 2010
Rose Sherman
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mary's death. She was a true role model for great nursing leadership and I was fortunate to work with her in the early 1990s. I will remember her ever present smile and wonderful enthusiasm for her work.
May 21, 2010
Naty Acierto
"Mary, I will miss you. May the Lord welcome you into His Kingdom and have everlasting happiness". Naty Acierto (Seattle,WA).
May 21, 2010
Karen Kittelberger
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May the memories of her bring you comfort and may you find peace. Mary will be truly missed by many.
Kittelberger (Dupont, WA 98327)
May 21, 2010
Arthur Harness
To the Hampton and Latin families -- Please accept our sincere condolences. We, like you will miss Mary's words of kindness; unbounded generosity; and smiling face. The Harness family (Art, Ellen, Blake, Alice)
May 20, 2010
Beverly Parramore
May God bless you in your time of grief our prayers are with you we will truly miss Mrs Hampton
May 20, 2010
Charmayne Anderson
A beautiful soul with a quiet dignity. I will always remember you and the impact you had in my career as a mentor and friend. Rest in peace Ms Hampton. I will never forget you.
Charmayne Anderson
May 20, 2010
Annie Warren
Mary you are a """Icon""""" for the Department of Veterans Affairs with your Leadership skills were very outstanding and her ability was sharp as a Eagle. You will be miss.
May 20, 2010
Kennie Amaefule
Thank you Mary for being so genuine and compassionate. You taught me so many positive lessons about life, raising children, nursing profession and most of all, the love for others. Your legacy will continue in all of us you mentored through life. You will surely be missed terribly. Rest In Perfect Peace Boss.
Ekene "Kennie" Amaefule (VAPSHCS)
Auburn, WA
May 20, 2010
Esther Davis
Mary, I only knew you for alittle while but in that short time you brought sunshine, hope,compassion and love to many people. You always had a smile and that always made my bad day seem better. May God have you in his memories. Esther Davis (Port Huron, Michigan)
May 20, 2010
Geri Corpuz
You are and will always be an inspirational nurse leader to all of us. Thank you for your wisdom throughout the years. Prayers filled with love and support are with you and your family always.
May 20, 2010
Denise Swift
My prayers are with you during these difficult times.
Thank you for sharing your wife, mother, sister with those of us here at the VA. She was a joy and an inspiration to work with and her absence has left a hole in our hearts as well.
May 20, 2010
Sharon Armstrong
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time. May God continue to bless and keep you, along with many wonderful memories of your life shared with your loving wife.
Virgil Armstrong and Family (Whaleyville, MD)
May 20, 2010
Briget Pressley
You will be turley missed, you have always been an special person here at the Seattle VA, that has enspired me. You always had a since of warmth when you spoke, always there to help in any way. You will be turley missed.
May 20, 2010
Carol Thompson
Mary will truly be missed; in my short time of working with her I marveled at her ability to remain calm during stressful times and to look at the brighter side when things were tough. May God bless and keep you and lift his countencance upon you.
Carol Thompson (Seattle VA)
May 20, 2010
Teri Luckenbaugh
Mary's VA family has a heavy heart--we send our thoughts and love, from Teri Luckenbaugh, PSHCS,Seattle VA
May 20, 2010
Mary Hampton was a very special and beloved human being. Her unwavering and dedicated commitment to the care of Veterans was an inspiration to all of us.
Mary Beth Foglia
Veterans Health Administration
National Center for Ethics in Health Care
May 20, 2010
Our hearts reach out in sympathy and prayer. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and comfort you with His everlasting love.
Barbara & TJ Cottrell
May 20, 2010
Shirley Taylor
May our memories of you burn bright forever in our hearts.
May 20, 2010
shirley Taylor
"You are in my thoughts and prayers" May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Look for the blessings even though it may be difficult to see through the pain, "We will all miss Mary she touched so many of our lives"
May 19, 2010
Tyrone and Maxcene Latin
Our family will always remember the kindness that Aunt Mary showed to us and our children. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this time.
May 19, 2010
Dorothy Houk
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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