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Earl "Mr. Earl" Hammond
1936 - 2022
Earl "Mr. Earl" Hammond
1936 - 2022
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BORN
1936
DIED
2022
Earl Hammond Obituary
March 29, 1936 - November 16, 2022
Biloxi, Mississippi - Earl Hammond of Biloxi passed into eternity on Wednesday, November 16, surrounded by his loving family.
Above all, Earl was a man of faith who loved his family dearly. Earl was blessed with many talents, including being a person who could repair anything. Growing up on the farming/ranching Nebraska plains, he learned to repair equipment of all types. He shared this talent with many of his beloved neighbors, friends, and church community. He, and his wife, Beverly, were presented the Lumen Christi Award for their dedication to The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
He was an entrepreneur at heart; he may be remembered as owner of H&T TeeVee and Mr. Earl's Restaurant. He was Chief Engineer at the Sheraton Hotel, worked for Convention Display, and was an estimator for Balius Floor Covering. He was a faithful contractor for many years for The Peoples Bank and Insurance Center.
Earl served his country in the Air Force, initially bringing him to Biloxi, a city he dearly loved. Earl married his high school sweetheart Beverly in 1957. To this 65-year union were born, Kim (Chris) Kennedy, Tammy (Michael) Borosky, Randy (Keely) Hammond, and Shandi (EJ) Nodurft. Other family members include grandchildren, Kristen (Javier) De Uriarte, Hannah Borosky, Kaitlyn (John) McMackin, Weston Borosky, Spencer Hammond, Emma Nodurft, Norah Jayne Hammond, and Joseph Nodurft; and great-grandchildren, Javier De Uriarte and Thea McMackin.
Earl was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and five brothers. He is survived by his brother, Larry (Marlis) Hammond; and brother-in-law, Bruce Evans.
Contributions in Earl's memory may be made to Nativity School Foundation, PO Box 453, Biloxi, MS 39533, or The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 870 Howard Avenue, Biloxi, MS 39530, or a charity of your choice.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the Nativity B.V.M. Cathedral. Friends may visit one hour prior.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Biloxi is honored to serve the family of Mr. Earl Hammond. View and sign online tribute at www.bokfh.com
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Dennis & Sandra perkins
November 22, 2022
Peace to you, bev, and your lovely family and to all that love earl. He was a jewel to enjoy to all persons he knew. Dennis & Sandra Perkins
Debvie and Josh DSCC Pool
November 22, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Mark Helgeson
November 21, 2022
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hammond family. Randy, I have such great memories of growing up with you and spending so many days at your house after you and I would go throw the cast net just down the street from your house. Your dad was so nice to me and my family through our years playing baseball.
God bless you and your family.
Mark Helgeson
Michelle Fountain Broadus
November 21, 2022
I worked at Peoples Bank for 12 years and my favorite person there was this kind man. He was always so joyous and happy to talk to. He was one I missed dearly when I left the bank many years ago. May God hold you all close during this difficult time. A great man he was, I was honored to have known him.
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The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
November 18, 2022
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
The Sullivans
November 20, 2022
Thank you for the precious memory of finding the leaking pipe in our home in Mobile, Alabama, way back in 1989 when we were newly weds. You and Bev didn´t hesitate to drive an hour away in order to help us. Thank you for showing us so many ways to make do with whatever we had to work with every time there was clean-up after a storm big or little along The Coast. Thank you for bringing Jesus with you in your heart right after Mass when we´d go to breakfast. David remembers how completely devoted you have been to your family. To look at them is to see some piece of yourself that appears in their talent, playfulness, strength and faith. Love to Beverly and all your family. Hugs and prayers and The Peace Of Christ be with you always. David and Judy (Hill) Sullivan, Spanish Fort, Alabama
Vicki Ritmanich
November 20, 2022
We don´t know one another but I would like to thank you for your service! God Bless may you Rest In Peace!
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