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Lawrence Hammonds Obituary

Lawrence F. Hammonds VIRGINIA BEACH - Lawrence Fredrick "Fred" Hammonds passed away peacefully with his family by his side Oct. 23, 2010. He was born Jan. 22, 1927, in Macon, Ga., to the late John L. Sullivan and Ella Hammonds. His loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Mary L. Hammonds and his brother, J.T. Hammonds also preceded him in death. Left to cherish his memory are his three children, Larry Hammonds and his wife Vicky Ulvestad of Prairie Lake, Minn., Patricia Hammer and husband John, Mitchell Hammonds and wife Lynnette, all of Virginia Beach; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; as well as his extended family, friends and neighbors. Fred was a retired Navy chief who served with honor and received many commendations in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He also retired from the U.S. Postal Service. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held Thursday, Oct. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Entombment with military honors will be held in Princess Anne Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the Mass. Arrangements are under the care of Hollomon-Brown Funeral, Home Lynnhaven Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 26, 2010.

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T. Goosen

October 27, 2010

Mitch, we were so sad to hear about your Dad's passing. You and your family are in our prayers. The Goosen's

A Manley

October 26, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please find solace in knowing that the thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that in the near future God promises to eliminate sickness and death forever.

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