Roman Peter Hammes

Roman Peter Hammes,80, of Clinton Township, Michigan died on April 2,2025.
He was born on February 22,1945 in Sheboygan,Wisconsin, the son of the late Elmer and
Catherine (Walsh) Hammes. Roman attended St. Mary's Catholic Grade School in Random Lake, Wisconsin. He graduated from St.Francis Brothers School in Mount Calvary, Wisconsin in May 1963 receiving his high school diploma. He continued his time with the Franciscan Capuchins in Detroit until the mid 70s.
Roman worked as a butler and chauffeur for the late Countess Cyril Tolstoy before returning to college to pursue his nursing degree. Roman held an Associate Degree in both Nursing and Gerontology from Wayne County Community College. Throughout his nursing career, Roman worked at various hospitals, clinics and also did private nursing.
Roman as many have stated was "born to serve." Throughout his life, he was actively involved in his community. He strives to facilitate the needs of others. He worked tirelessly in a wide range of organizations. He served on many governing boards and advisory committees. After his retirement in 2007, Roman worked with Wayne County Commissioner, Tim Killeen's office. He was active in state and local politics and the Democratic Party. Roman received many service awards from the organizations he was affiliated with. He continued to be an active community member until recently.
Roman traveled to many parts of the United States. He also traveled abroad. He was a life long learner who enjoyed meeting new people, seeing new places and experiencing all he could.
Roman is survived by a brother,Richard (Barbara) Sheboygan, Wisconsin, a sister, Mary Kay Hammes, Hartland, Wisconsin, as well as nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces and a great, great nephew who shares Roman's birthday. He is also survived by a multitude of friends and two very close friends, Carolyn VanDorn and Denver Higley. He was very blessed to have these two caregivers in his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Roger and his sister-in-law, Mary Ann and his brother-in-law Charles (Chip) Droege.
The Chas. Verheyden Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Clinton Township, Michigan is assisting the family.
As per Roman's wishes, no service will be held. Any memorials to Roman can be given to a charity or organization of your choice.