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Larry W. Hammons, age 74, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at his home in Ottawa Lake, Michigan. Larry was born May 10, 1940 in Ottawa Lake to Cleo and Hazel (Eastham) Hammons. A 1958 graduate of Blissfield High School, he received his Bachelor's Degree in Education from Michigan State University and his Master's Degree in Leadership and Counseling from Eastern Michigan University. He was passionate about education and dedicated his life to providing a safe, healthy and quality environment for children to learn. Larry began teaching American History in 1963 at Ida Middle School and retired in 2000 as a guidance counselor. He was an avid sports fan and coached cross country and football at Ida Middle School and junior varsity football at Ida High School. He was the owner and operator of Ottawa Valley Sheep Farm, where he raised Southdown Sheep and 4H Club Lambs. Larry was a former board member of the Whiteford School District and was vice-president of the Monroe County Intermediate School District. He was also a board member of the Monroe County Fair and the Junior Livestock Association. Larry adored his grandchildren and was always there to support them and cheer them on at their sporting events. Larry is survived by his wife of 51 years, Susan (Szymanski); children, Amy Hammons (Rich Kirby), LeighAnn (Scott) Pillarelli, and Larry II (Jennifer) Hammons; grandchildren, Brayden and Braxton Hammons-Kirby, ReighAnnon, Reddik, Rocco, and Ryker Pillarelli, and Jack and Peyton Hammons; siblings, Charles (Bonnie) Puckett, Phyllis (Ken) Briggs, Barbara (Gene) Luce, Betty Wollam, and Bonnie (Howard) Knaggs, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 4, 2014, from 1-8 p.m. at the Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania Ave. (west of Corey Rd.) where services will be on Friday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Whiteford Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe County Junior Livestock Association, c/o 4H, 963 S. Raisinville, Monroe, MI 48161 or to the Monroe County ISD Student Activity Fund to support students with disabilities. Online condolences may be shared at
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Jonathan Mowery
September 26, 2014
Deepest sympathy and prayers from the Mowery family.
We were just informed about Larry, today.
Caitlin Guy
September 4, 2014
To all of Mr. Hammons' family and friends, you have my deepest sympathy. This man was my hero during my years at Ida Middle School...he had a way of turning my frown upside down...I will never forget the kind words that he spoke to me, or how he turned everyone that ever met him into a better person. He made the world a better place. He truly will be missed.
Dawn Winter(Mock)
September 4, 2014
LeighAnn and Hammons Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike,Dawn,Alexa,Brandt Winter
Tracy (Regnier) Theobald '84 Ida Graduate
September 4, 2014
A man of great character and integrity! God worked through Larry Hammons to profoundly affect and inspire the lives of many. Thank you Mr. Hammons! For his family: I pray that God comfort your hearts during this difficult time.
September 4, 2014
Sue and Family,
So sorry your lose of a wonderful loving and caring man. Those of us who were lucky enough to work with Larry could always count on him to be there
for us when needed and we all knew that we had a friend for life. We were
blessed to have know him in so many special ways. God will be there for all of your family in this time of need. God bless and assist all.
Larry MUrdock
Peg DeLand Neuhauser
September 4, 2014
So sorry to hear. I had Mr. Hammons for 7th grade history in the old Ida High School (1964-1965). He was one of my favorite teachers.
Jill Burgess
September 4, 2014
I had Mr. Hammons, when I was in 8th. grade, at Ida High School. Such a good teacher! Am so glad, my friend, Jean, and I saw him at the fair, in August. Our sympathy to his wife, Sue, and the entire Hammons family. Ed & Jill Burgess
Rick Benner. Class of 71
September 3, 2014
To: Larry's family...your Dad & husband was a shing star in the 60 's for me. These posted messages just show the legacy this man has left for his family. & friends !!! Thanks coach !!
Luann {Madrid} Vore
September 3, 2014
Mr. Hammons was a great man I had him when I went to ida.And he was my neighbor on 223. he will be sadly missed by everyone that knew him ,and prayers go out to his family..
Sandy Beavers
September 3, 2014
Larry and the entire Hammons Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will miss seeing Larry at the Whiteford sporting events. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Jean Shafer
September 3, 2014
Losing Larry, my friend and. Colleague, is very hard. One straight shooter!....trusting and caring, a real stand up man!
Renee, Philip & Jessica Ruetz
September 3, 2014
Our prayers are with your family at this time of mourning. Larry will truly be missed by many. He had a positive impact on so many lives without even trying. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Karen Gilbertson
September 3, 2014
My prayers go out to you and your family .
He was a great teacher and great friend to most. Always had that smile.
(Missed but never forgotten)
Linda Calloway
September 3, 2014
Amy so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great man so kind and caring. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Linda Calloway
Kelly Riley
September 3, 2014
I'm currently a high school counselor in Phoenix, AZ. I love my job. Observing Mr. Hammons as an 8th grade Ida Middle School student sparked my interested in school counseling. I'm so grateful for his example and guidance.
Missy M
September 3, 2014
Mr. Hammons, Where do I begin? You were a shining light, when all I saw was darkness in middle school. You let me have a voice to get through the demons that had haunted me at a young age. Your wisdom, kindness and love for your students was unlike most. Thank you for believing in me, for inspiring me and helping me. You were one in a million, and I'm glad I was able to call you a friend. I hope I can be even half the teacher you were.
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