Joann Hammond

Glenda "Joann" Hammond, a devoted servant of Christ, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, entered her eternal home in Heaven on November 11th. Born on July 29, 1939, to Jesse and Exie Aycock, Joann was one of seven children and grew up in a home filled with love and faith. Throughout her life, she exemplified Christian service and dedication to others. Her life's mission was to work for the eternal Kingdom-faithfully serving as a church pianist, leading nursing home ministries, and sharing the gospel through jail ministry. Joann and her husband, Porter "Ken" Hammond, built both a family and a business together, founding Bulloch Bolt and Supply. She later went on to serve as a respected real estate agent with ERA Landmark Realty, where she continued to bless others with her kindness, honesty, and unwavering work ethic. Her love for her family was deep and steadfast-only exceeded by her love for her Savior. She lived out her faith daily, embodying grace, humility, and compassion in all she did. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Shanda (Stephen) Rushing, Stephen and (Angela) Hammond, and Timothy Hammond; and her cherished grandchildren, Brett (Ashley) Rushing, Alana (Austin) Gartin, Brianna (Lorenzo) Migliara, David Hammond, and Rachel Hammond. Joann is also survived by her siblings Jesse "J.M." Aycock, Bobby (Diana) Aycock, and Deborah (Ken) Fish, and was preceded in death by her parents and other beloved family members. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith, and servant's heart left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of love, music, and ministry will live on in the countless lives she touched. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 10:00am until 11:00am at Branch Church followed by a service at 11:00am with Stephen Hammond officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brett Rushing, David Hammond, Lorenzo Migliara, Matthew Aycock, Ashley Aycock, Keith Hamon and Randy Hamon.
"Well done, good and faithful servant enter into the joy of your Lord." – Matthew 25:23
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made in Joann's memory to her beloved home church, Branch Church, 5062 Hwy 25 South, Garfield, Georgia 30425. Friends may sign the online register book at www.joineranderson.com. Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home & Crematory in Statesboro is in charge of the arrangements. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joann Hammond, please visit our floral store.