HAMPTON, James K., II


Mohave Daily News, Mohave Valley, AZ - Published in Mohave Daily News Online from May 19 to May 26, 2011 JAMES K. HAMPTON II (1968 - 2011) James K. Hampton II, age 42, a 7-year resident of Fort Mohave, Ariz. passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2011, in Fort Mohave, Ariz. James was a great all around guy, James made several significant career contributions in his short life. He graduated from North Brunswick Township High School in North Brunswick, New Jersey. James worked as a Mortgage Loan Officer and Closer while acting as a licensed Real Estate Salesperson and Notary. He also graduated from Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy, third in his class with a 4.0 average. James was employed by Mohave County Sheriff's Office for several years as a Deputy Field Training Officer and was recognized for his investigative abilities. He was the Marketing Manager/ Co-owner of Hampton Family Insurance and Financial Services in Fort Mohave. He enjoyed fishing, camping, boating, barbequing, jamming on the guitar, fixing up his 1967 Camaro, updating his "Steelers Shrine," entertaining friends and family, and spending quiet time painting his daughters' nails. James was always the one anyone could call on to help out in "any way and at any time." He will be greatly missed. James is survived by his wife of 11 years, Kristina L. Hampton; two daughters, Abby and Megan Hampton; son, Joseph Spennato; mother, Virginia M. Hampton; sister, Monique (Greg) Hampton Lennon; mother-in-law, Mary Lou Stephens; father-in-law, Robert Stephens; brother-in laws, Tim D'Amelio and Anthony (Kate) D'Amelio; and nephew, Blaze Lennon. James has extensive family in North America and Croatia. He will be remembered by an abundance of close friends. Informal Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, 2011, at Mohave Valley Unitied Methodist Church, 1593 Lipan Blvd., Fort Mohave, Ariz. We are creating a memory album for his daughter's, Abby and Megan, so picture donations will be greatly appreciated.