Robert "Bob" Hamm

1933 - 2025

Robert "Bob" Hamm obituary, 1933-2025, Browning, IL

Robert "Bob" Hamm

1933 - 2025

BORN

1933

DIED

2025

Robert Hamm Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Worthington Funeral Home - Rushville from May 15 to May 16, 2025.

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Robert (Bob) Hamm, 92, of Browning, Il passed away May 14, 2025, at 1:42 a.m.at Beardstown Health and Rehab Center in Beardstown, IL. He was born May 3, 1933, in Browning, IL, the son of Willis and Doris Lane Hamm. He married Rosemary Anderson on November 14, 1953, in Browning, IL. She passed away May 31, 2018. Bob is survived by (2) sons, Keith Hamm (Judy) of Browning, IL and Doug Hamm of Browning, IL; (2) grandchildren, Tracy Hamm (John Matthews) of Rushville, IL and Ashley Geary (Jayme) of Manito, IL; (4) great grandchildren, Jordan, Drake, Mason, and Logan. He was preceded in death by (1) son Alan Hamm and (9) siblings, Betty, June, Ruth, Lois, Linda, Jon Leo, Roger, Richard, and Charles. Robert was a Korean Air Force Veteran serving from 1950 to 1953. He was a member of Beardstown Elks Lodge #1007, Beardstown VFW, and the Rivers Edge Boat Club. Robert enjoyed fishing, duck hunting, goose hunting and enjoyed having a cold one with friends. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20,2025 at Worthington Funeral Home with Mr. Pat Clements officiating. Interment will follow at Browning Cemetery with military honors by the Schuyler County American Legion Post #4 and U.S. Air Force Honor Detail. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. till the time of service. Memorials may be given to the Browning Senior Center, Rushville Special Olympics, or Schuyler County Humane Society.

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Matt Logsdon

May 24, 2025

We send our deepest condolences to the family for your loss. I knew Bob through Petey Hamm. I had a few good times with Bob and Pete hunting. Bob gave me an unforgettable ride to the VFW in Rushville and boat rides to Grand Island where I was working at the time. Bob will be missed! R.I.P Bob.

Donna Shirley

May 18, 2025

We send our deepest condolences to the family for your loss. Bob was a great guy who would have gave the shirt off his back to help someone in need. He will be greatly missed by all. Love, Mike and Donna (Ausmus) Shirley

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