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James Hammar Obituary

A Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather Went home to be with the Lord on June 29 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 64 years old. Mr. Hammar was loved and admired by his family: his wife Patrice Helen (Guston) Hammar of 38 years; son John Hammar and his wife Shannon, and their children Genevieve and Everett; son James Hammar and his wife Jamie; daughter Linnea and her husband Tim Reynolds, and their son Caedmon; son Joshua Hammar and his wife Whitney; and son Justin Hammar and his wife Kati. He also is survived by a brother and two sisters: John and wife Janis Hammar; Sharon and husband Sandy Waterhouse; and Mary Jo and husband Ken Ayers. A funeral service celebrating Mr. Hammar's life will be held Saturday, July 2 at 11am at Church of the Cross, 201 9th Ave N. Hopkins, MN, 55343. Visitation is at 10am. Memorials preferred to Church of the Cross.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 1, 2011.

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Edward Vivian

June 25, 2023

A man of deep faith and conviction facing life (and death) with courage. Even as a bus driver confiding in me his experience with graves registration in Vietnam. Bless you, Patrice.

Edward Vivian

December 28, 2020

Patrice, you didn't know I drove school bus and worked in the Columbia Transit yard with Jim. As a conscientious objector he worked graves registration in the Viet Nam era. God bless his legacy and you, my friend.

September 29, 2011

Dear Patrice & family
Please accept our sympathy in Jim's passing. Praise God he is at home with Jesus. Blessings, Carol & Doug Henry

July 25, 2011

Dear Patrice and family:

I met Jim in '64. We started Bethel together. I am sorry that he has gone. If I went to the State Fair, I always parked at your house so that I could see Jim. He always greeted me with enthusiasm and joy. I remember him as man full of joy and full of pride in his family.
Jim was an incredible athlete at Bethel. As a freshman, he held so many titles but I remember one, the triple jump. I had never heard of this event until Jim told me he just won a tract meet event and now held the Bethel record in the triple jump. What a guy. I am so sorry he is gone. But blessed is his memory.

Rich Runbeck, Circle Pines, Mn

John Hammar

July 23, 2011

John Hammar

July 23, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers. Happy birthday, Dad.

July 6, 2011

I had the opportunity to work with Jim for the past 3 years. He was always happy! Whenever I needed a hand, he was always there to lend his. Miss you Jim. Thoughts and prayers to all. Lisa Sunderland

John Hammar

July 4, 2011

Mike McKenzie

July 4, 2011

I worked with Jim for many years, and I could go on forever about the good times we had, thousands of laughs, smiles, talks and just really good memories. He was one of the nicest people I have ever known. I remember the day his grand daughter Genevieve was born, he was so proud I thought he was going to fly.

July 2, 2011

So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to all of his loved ones. From a co-worker in Eagan. Julie Austin

Patty Sullivan

July 2, 2011

John, Shannon and the whole Hammar family. We send our deepest sympathy at the loss of such a loving Grandpa. Know our thoughts are with you today even though we cannot attend the memorial. He will be missed! John and Patty Sullivan

Jim Zewers

July 2, 2011

Patrice and family,
I'm sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Jim & I started working at the St.Paul post office on the same day and became friends from early on. He always had cheerful attitude and a kind word for everyone. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Patrice and your family.

Cara Akervik

July 1, 2011

What a great man we will be celebrating tomorrow! Many memories of his big smile and contagious laugh. Thoughts, prayers & love to you all.

-Cara, Kris, Thomas & Paislee

John Hammar

July 1, 2011

Ruth Sullivan

July 1, 2011

To the Hammar Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Sincere sympathy to your whole family. Sean, Ruth, Patrick and Maggie Sullivan

July 1, 2011

Patrice and family- We were so sad to hear of Jim's passing and our hearts, thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you. My favorite memory of Jim was during the celebration for Genevieve's first birthday in the party room at Shannon and Johns.....He was just everywhere taking pictures of her, being the most loving and attentive grandpa you could ever wish for!! It was so obvious how much he loved her! Such a special,kind and caring man whose memory will continue to live on!
Much love to all of you from,
The Boeser Family
Mike,Julie,Lindsey,Tiffany,Ryan,Jordan and Kristin

John Hammar

July 1, 2011

July 1, 2011

Patrice and family,
We are so saddened to hear of Jim's death. Whenever we remember Cub Scouts at Chelsea or paper routes, we think of Jim with a smile on our faces. He was a wonderful man and father and one of those people that we feel blessed to have crossed paths with in our lives.
The Hueller Family
Tom, Chris, Brian Mike & Tim

Pam Mix

July 1, 2011

Patrice and family
Such sad news to hear of Jim's death. I remember him from CPLC. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam (Johnson) Mix

Donna Anderson

July 1, 2011

Dear Patrice, John, James, Linnea,Joshua,Justin and your families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Although distance separates us, our love for our family draws us close - especially today. We will continue to pray for you all.
With much love,
Donna & Rick

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