1971- 2020
Gastonia – Lynn Ledford Hamm, 49 went home to be with her Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ on April 17, 2020 with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Gaston County on January 27, 1971.
Lynn was, to many that knew her, either an angel on earth, or the next closest thing to one. And her love of music and talent for singing was well known, including many years singing on the Praise Team at First ARP Church. She also loved teaching the Dental students at Highland School of Technology, where she changed many young lives through her loving mentorship. She was also awarded as Teacher of the Year for Gaston County for the 2013-2014 school year. Most of all Lynn loved Jesus, and He radiated from her, nothing brought her more joy than signing to and about Jesus up until her final days. Lynn gave so much of herself to others even in the midst of her long battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by not just her family, but by many others...her impact on the Gastonia community and indeed beyond is immeasurable. Her family sincerely appreciates all of the messages of love in remembrance of her life.
Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of almost 28 years, Nathan A. Hamm; her beloved children, Nathan Alan "Nate" Hamm, Jr., Kelli Ann Hamm King and husband Scott; and Emily Gail Hamm and soon to be husband Jacob Stinnett; granddaughter Adalynn King;
her parents Rick Ledford and Grace Harbin; mother and father in law, Greg and Gail Hamm.
The family will have a Celebration of Life Memorial service at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 21st at the picnic area at Olney Presbyterian Church with Reverend Mark Tankersley officiating.
Private interment will be at Olney Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Releasing of the Doves.
Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, if you feel the need to stay home, a card or a phone call to the family will be appreciated.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorials to Gaston Community Church, P.O. Box 550741, Gastonia, NC 28055
Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.

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Published by Gaston Gazette on Apr. 19, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Lynn Hamm

Sponsored by Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Gastonia.

39 Entries

Sgt. Christopher Cherry USMC

October 4, 2024

Nathan I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Lynn. She was an incredibly kind and caring woman. I have never stopped think of you both when you invited me to attend church with your family. I remember our talks of how important she was to you when we were both young Marines. I pray that she was able to look over you and your family during this recent hurricane.

jason friday

March 18, 2021

My condolences to Nathan the children and the rest of the Hamm family I know I am late but I just saw where she passed my prayers are with you.

Julie Roper

April 22, 2020

Don and I are thinking of your whole family during this time. We were so surprised to hear about Lynn. She's always such a joy and a beautiful ray of sunshine as our friend, hygienist and our former neighbor.

Danny Arrowood

April 22, 2020

Dear Rick and Family,

We are sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. But we know that she is in a much better place in the presence of God. So thankful for the promise that as Christians we will see her again.

Prayers,

Danny and Carol Arrowood

April 21, 2020

Nathan and Family,

I consider myself very fortunate to have worked with such a special lady at Highland School of Technology from 2012 through 2015.
She loved life and shared her love for the Lord with everyone she encountered. My life has been enhanced in a positive way because of her. Kelly and I will be praying for the family in the coming days and we praise God for the tremendous impact she bestowed on others around her on earth. May we all learn the lesson taught to us from Lynn to love one anther as God has loved us. Be comforted in knowing that Lynn is rejoicing in heaven with her Lord.

Ernie & Kelly Bridges

Holly Ambrose

April 21, 2020

I was a student of sweet Lynn's in high school, and she made such an impact on my life-as she did with so many others. I am where I am today because of her love, prayers, and guidance. I know she is running with, talking to, and worshipping our heavenly father. Prayers for the Hamm family in the days and months to come, may God pour his peace and comfort onto each one of you.

Jeff and Joanne Gibitz

April 21, 2020

Nathan and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. There is no one that faced a battle more bravely with the confidence that she was going into Jesus' arms.
God bless you and your family.

Leann Richard

April 21, 2020

Lynn was such a blessing to everyone. She was such a special sweet women with a heart of gold. I loved seeing her at church and hearing her sing. She will be missed by many, but we know that she is with her Heavenly Father. I pray for peace and comfort for Nathan and her family.

Love,

John Stanley

April 20, 2020

Gregg, I am so sorry. Let it be said as the Apostle Paul wrote to his understudy, Timothy, that Lynn "fought the good fight, finished the race, and keep the faith". Although I did not know Lynn well, I do remember her from the times I would visit Cliff, and her contribution of song and energy at Cliff's Service. May God grant you peace, brother. John Stanley

Mandy Scoggins

April 20, 2020

I remember Lynn from my days of working at First Assembly Christian Academy & Child Development Center in Gastonia. She had such a beautiful spirit that reflected the love of her Savior Jesus Christ. I know she will be deeply missed by so many that love her! Praying for you all!

Brenda Nalley

April 20, 2020

May the Lord comfort you during the time of your loss. Lynn will truly be missed, but she lived life to the fullest, sweet memories she left behind for all of us. Love you Lynn

April 20, 2020

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Betty Clagg

April 20, 2020

Lynn was a true woman of God and an angel among us. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her. My prayers will continue for her wonderful and loving family. Rest In Peace sweet lady. Now you will sing with the heavenly choir.

Angela Garner

April 20, 2020

When Lynn decided to step away from education to spend more time with her family, I was the one chosen to fill her shoes. Even in her petite size, i had BIG shoes to fill! She was loved by all. I don't think I've ever meet such a kind, loving, and giving individual. She passed the torch to me, and I quickly learned what an influence this little, spunky lady had left to her students! Always smiling, always happy, always caring, and always willing to help me learn the dental program. I don't know how I would have made it without her love and guidance. I pray that I can be half the teacher and mentor that she was to so many people. She absolutely radiated Christ's love every moment you saw her. Lynn ran the race, and now she has her ultimate reward. Prayers for you Nathan, Kelli, Emily, and Nate.

Noele Jones

April 20, 2020

Mrs. Hamm was my high school dental teacher. She was such a special person to me and brought so much light to my life during those years. Sending lots of love and sympathy to her family during this time.

Ashley Sumrall

April 20, 2020

Nathan,
We are praying for you and your family. What an honor it was to get to know Lynn. She radiated love for Christ, and I am sure she is rejoicing in His presence. Sending you prayers from our whole team

Ashley

David Bannatyne

April 20, 2020

Prayers for you and your family Nathan, and Lynn's family as well.

Shaniqua Hardaway

April 20, 2020

Missing you! Rest In Peace Mrs. Hamm

Toscha Stinnett

April 20, 2020

You were always there... even when nothing was asked of you! You were nothing short of an example of how we all should approach life! YOU were the sunshine we all looked for... we will all look to the beautiful sky to see your smile... keep singing his praises to the highest beautiful soul! Love you <3

Nicole Hubbard McAbee

April 20, 2020

So sorry for your loss Lynn was such a sweet friend to me in school

Pam Barr

April 20, 2020

I did not know Lynn very long but, we worked together while she was teaching at Highland. I am a dental assistant and she would send her students to us for their clinical experience. She was always cheerful and eager to help her students learn. Prayers to the family to find peace within during this time of sorrow.

Marc Sanford

April 19, 2020

Some people are in our lives for many years and others but for a fleeting moment. Lynn was both to many people. But regardless of how long she was in our lives, she made the same impact upon us all. And that impact was that while some proclaim the gospel, Lynn lived it every moment. She didn't light up a room when she entered it, although her smile sure seemed to. No, she simply carried the light of Jesus Christ with her and He lit up every room she brought Him into.
Lynn Hamm was a light in this world that cannot be extinguished by death. Because she knows (still) that Jesus already conquered death! And so she is free from this world. Free to wait on her family to join her in God's time. Free to sing the praises of Jesus all the time.
Until we meet again my dearest friend. Praise Jesus!
So blessed to have seen her recently. Her last words, after I hugged her, were you smell good. I'll never forget that. And her last words to Madison were, I love you.

Lisa Passehl

April 19, 2020

As a friend of a friend, I only had the pleasure of spending time with Lynn at several special events & occasions for our mutual friend, but I always so enjoyed our conversations and my time with her. She was truly a ray of sunshine and I can only imagine how greatly she will be missed by her family and friends. To know her was to love her! God surely must have needed another angel In heaven to take her from this earth so untimely. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Hamm family and all of Lynn's dear friends.

Barbara Jean Morell

April 19, 2020

We are so very sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. We are keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers. The Morell Family

Debbie Wingfield

April 19, 2020

Our paths crossed in many different ways so glad they did. Having her at my home recently and getting the chance to share love. May she Rest In Peace and you are all in my prayers. Call on us at any time.

Debbie & Russell Wingfield

Teresa White

April 19, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dayle & Charlene Guffey

April 19, 2020

You are each in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Very thankful to have lived next door to you guys years ago. She was such a sweet young woman and an example of God's love and compassion.

Denise McLean

April 19, 2020

It is with such sadness to hear of the passing of Mrs. Hamm. She was truly an angel on earth. I consider it an honor to have worked with her at Highland School of Technology. A remarkable lady and teacher. She touched my life and many others during her tenure at Highland. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Barbara Rominger

April 19, 2020

Nathan I am so sorry to learn about Lynn She was a special lady. When we worked together I remember how she smiled all the time and just loved everyone. She will be miss by a lot but she is having a time of her life. I pray that you and your children have peace and comfort

Ann Medley

April 19, 2020

What a joy it was to have Lynn on the Praise Team at 1st ARP Church. I have truly missed her presence there. A humble lady if there ever was one. My condolences to all the family.

April 19, 2020

So sorry for your loss, Love to all, Tim and Judy Lyman.

Anne Cloninger

April 19, 2020

Lynn was an amazing person our God put here on this earth for all of us. She was a beautiful lady, loved by all and will be missed. An angel that walked among us.

Shelley Rohm

April 19, 2020

Lynn is a wonderful woman and this Earth will miss her love. Prayers go out to her family.

Angie Parsley

April 18, 2020

So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers for her family. She was such a sweet person my thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Julia Karcher Bell

April 18, 2020

My true hero,I love you and I will miss you greatly, I know through everything you have never once lost faith and you have taught me an immeasurable amount of life lessons and showed me more love than I could have ever imagined! What an impact you have made on mine and so many other lives. Bloom where you are planted because today is a great day to have a great day! You will be forever missed, until we meet again, love you Mrs. Hamm

Karen Dube

April 18, 2020

Lynn will greatly missed. She always had a smile on her face and a cheer in her step when we were in high school.

Carly Lewallen Bowles

April 18, 2020

I knew Mrs. Hamm while I was a student at HST. While I was not personally taught by her we interacted on many occasions due to our love for HOSA and even spent our time together on a nationals trip to Florida! She was always so kind to me and I've always thought... I hope I can grow up and be someone like Mrs. Hamm. A God loving woman who is happy and not afraid to show love to others. She is and will always be a special woman. I'm so thankful she is now in heaven in the place where she can rest and show everyone her beautiful smile! Rest In Peace Mrs. Hamm. Many prayers for the family.

Roger Hudson

April 18, 2020

What a privilege to have known this great woman of God. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

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