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Robert Hamers Obituary

Robert "Bob" Hamers

Great Falls —Robert Max Hamers, 86, of Great Falls, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2014 following surgery at Benefis Healthcare.

Funeral liturgy will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at 10 am at Corpus Christi Catholic Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. Rite of committal with military honors will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Services are taking place under the direction of O'Connor Funeral Home.

Bob was born on January 12, 1928 in Balta, ND. He lived there until graduating from high school in 1946. Soon after graduation, he joined the United States Army. He served until 1947 and was honorably discharged. He moved to Great Falls to work construction and later was employed at the Columbus Hospital. He worked for the hospital for thirty years and retired in 1990.

Bob was united in marriage to Laurel "Tyke" Hagnes in June of 1951. Together they had three daughters; Lynn, Darcy, and Amy. Bob and Tyke enjoyed spending time with their family.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Lynn (Gene DeNardo) Hamers of Beaverton, OR, and Darcy (Greg) Zanto of Lewistown; brother Richard (Helen) Hamers of Great Falls; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, "Tyke" Hamers; parents Joseph and Mary Hamers; daughter Amy; three bothers; and five siters.

Condolences may be left online at www.oconnorfuneralhome.com.

Published by Great Falls Tribune on Mar. 30, 2014.
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What a beautiful way to remember Uncle Bob! When I look into his eyes and jaw set, I am reminded of all the Hamers men and women, my own dad Howard and my Aunts and Uncles who I loved. Thank you for posting this special on-going tribute. Niece Sandra Hamers Pavick

Sandra Pavick

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March 29, 2021

Bob will be missed at The Lodge. He was a wonderful man to know.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
A big hug from all of us here at The Lodge.
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Teresa Bede

April 3, 2014

Lynn and family....so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
god Bless

Debbie Olson Hovde

March 31, 2014

Uncle Bob, as a kid growing up I always remember your smiling eyes. I thought it was fun to have a "young" Uncle. You seemed quiet and gentle. You will be forever missed. Your family in California is deeply saddened. Love, Sandy

Sandra Hamers-Pavick

March 31, 2014

May you rest in peace Grandpa. You will forever be the best at wheelbarrow rides. Love and Prayers.

Mitchell Zanto

March 29, 2014

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