Craig W. Hamilton, director of research and development at MAPEI Corp., died unexpectedly from a heart attack on September 16, 2005. He was 55.
Hamilton worked in the ceramic tile and stone industry for over 20 years, and joined MAPEI Corp. in 1989. He performed various roles in the company, most recently serving as director of R&D.
Keenly involved in his profession, Hamilton served as the current President of the Materials & Methods Standards Association (MMSA). He also had a strong interest in the International Organization for Standards (ISO), acting as Convener of the ISO/TC 189 Working Group 3. In this role, Hamilton worked on the introduction of new, clearer standards for tile and stone adhesives and grouts.
Hamilton is survived by his wife, Nancy; mother, Virginia; sons, Nicholas and Michael; and stepson and stepdaughter, Brian and Elyse Gruskin. He will also be deeply missed by the MAPEI family.
A memorial service was held in Hamilton’s honor on September 21 in Plantation, Fla. At the family’s request, donations may be made in his memory to the American Red Cross and Noah’s Wish.
