HAMILTON,   Edward R., age 78 of Flint Twp., died Friday, March 3, 2006 at home.  He was born in Omer, Michigan on April 17, 1927 and has lived in the Flint area most of his life.  Mr. Hamilton had been employed as a stock handler at Buick Mtr. Division for over 22 years, retiring in 1969.  He is survived by a daughter,  Kathryn Adams and husband Claude of Flint, a son; Keith Hamilton and wife Holly of San Antonio, Texas.  Also surviving are 3 grandchildren; Ryan Adams and Blake and Wesley Hamilton. Private family services have been held with cremation following.  A special thank you goes out to the McLaren Hospice staff for their help and care and a   very special thanks goes to Claude R. Adams for 27 years of   loving kindness.  Friends may share an online condolence or post a tribute at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com