Mary Ruth Hammett

John and Family,
Mary Ruth and I became friends when I moved to St. Xavier in 2002. I had met her on several occassions previously through her daughter Wanda, but did not get to know her on a personal level until I moved in next door. Mary impressed me most with the deep love she had for her family, I admired and respected her sense of rightousness and honesty.
Mary was a wonderful story teller. I will always remember the times we shared together and she told me her stories. She...

Dear John and Family,
Mary Ruth was a sweet,energetic "Cuz." I recall my sis, Velma and I helping Mom take care of Mary Ruth when she was sixteen months old. Aunt Helen was expecting Beatrice at the time. We had lots of snow that year and Dad fixed Mary a sled with an apple box. We would put her in her snow suit and put blankets and pillows in the bottom of the box (sled). We put Mary in the sled and had so much fun that winter. Mary finally had to go home and we were all so sad - just...

I met Barbara when I was in Billings last summer and was introduced to her by my nephew,Scott Turner. I am sure her mother was as nice as I found her daughter. My sympathy to the family

Hammett Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss and wish to offer our sympathy. Just know that if there is anything we can do to help please let us know and we will be there.

We extend our sincere sympathy to John and the girls at this difficult time. I remember Mary Ruth as a very kind and patient person and a very hard worker. She loved the life she lead and made the most of everything.