Search by Name

Search by Name

JEFFERSON HAMMER Obituary

HAMMER--Jefferson J., Retired priest of the NY Archdiocese died March 6, 2012 at 78. Chaplain of St. Vincent's Medical Center 1973 - 2003. Also served at St. Margaret Mary's Parish, Jacobi Hospital & Montefiore. Fr. Hammer graduated from Manhattan College in 1955, and was ordained a priest in May 1960. He is survived by three nieces. Reposing: Greenwich Village Funeral Home, 199 Bleecker Street, NYC, Friday 2-5pm and 7-9pm. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday 11:00am, St Joseph's Church, 371 6th Ave, Greenwich Village. His Eminence Cardinal Dolan will officiate. Interment Sea View Cemetery, Mt. Sinai, NY. Memorial donations may be made in Fr. Hammer's name to Manhattan College (call 718-562-7582). For condolences: www.greenwichvillagefuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by New York Times on Mar. 8, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for JEFFERSON HAMMER

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Ignatius Giorgio

March 30, 2012

I was privileged to have worked with Father Hammer, during my time at St. Vincent's Medical Center. He was a fine man and a good friend.
My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

March 18, 2012

We helped Fr .Hammer at Montefiore for Sunday Mass . I also worked on his VW and Model A Ford ... A trusted friend and a Gift from Our Lord Jesus

March 9, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of Father Jeff's passing. We enjoyed hearing about his collection of Civil War memorbilia while we visited with him when he came to our home in Iowa. We are praying for Father Jeff and his family and friends especially his good friend and our Aunt--Sr. Rita Arthur.
May the peace of God comfort you during this difficult time.

Mary and Bob Duax Davenport, Iowa

Jane Duax

March 8, 2012

I was honored to get to know Jeff when I lived in Albany, NY. I enjoyed visiting him and my aunt in Pine Bush. I regret that I have have not made it back to the East Coast for a few years to have spent a bit more time enjoying time spent with him. He was a gem!!

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

March 8, 2012

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in JEFFERSON HAMMER's name

Memorial Events
for JEFFERSON HAMMER

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support JEFFERSON's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor JEFFERSON HAMMER's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more