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Richard Hammond Obituary
Born in Stratford on December 29, 1931, Richard was the son of the late Victor E. and Willa (Allen) Hammond and attended local schools. He served our nation in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and upon his return, moved to Norwalk. Years later, he met and married his beloved wife of thirty-one years, Clara Eloisa (Martinez) Hammond.
Richard was a copper specialist and owned and operated the former B & R Roofing Co. of South Norwalk for over thirty years. He retired in 1988 and continued part time to work in his field.
He enjoyed traveling and looked forward to his many day trips with his wife. He was also a loyal fan NASCAR. But most of all, he enjoyed the company of his loving family. He was liked by all those who met him.
Along with his beloved wife, he is survived by two sons, Richard E. Jr., and his wife, Maureen A. Hammond of Old Town, Maine and Paul H. Hammond of Norwalk; one brother, Paul E. and his wife, Marlene Hammond of Norwalk; three sisters, Violet Rafa of Norwalk, Marie and her husband, Bernie St. George of Huntington, Conn. and Willa Uzaraski of Bridgeport; one grandson, Richard E. Hammond, III; many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Preceding in death were three brothers, Bill, Victor and Albert.
The Hammond family will receive friends on Friday, July 16, 2010 in Norwalk''s Hoyt-Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 5 East Wall Street from 4:00PM - 8:00PM. Richard''s funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2010 in the parlor at 10:00AM with the Rev. Nicholas Lang of St. Paul-On-The-Green Church to officiate. Interment with military honors will follow in Norwalk Union Cemetery.
Hoyt-Cognetta is honored to assist the family with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Hammond
Naresh ,Madhu &Namrata Doshi
July 15, 2010
RICHARD HAMDDON
, we know him 1983 , he was our local guardian,& our family friend, we are going to miss him lot,
our deepest condolences to his family(richardaunty)
love
naresh,madhu,namrata
Sherri Birch
July 14, 2010
Extending deepest sympathy for you in your loss and hoping, too, that comfort and peace may come to you.
July 14, 2010
To the Hammond family.I have known Richard for many years and always considered him a friend.It was always fun to see him and I got a big kick out of his quiet demeanor and unique
sense of humor.I will miss him.John Hennessey.
July 14, 2010
Rit and Paul,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Remember all the good times and memories, as I'm sure there are many. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Jodi
July 14, 2010
Dear Eloise, Richard and Paul,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Limone Family
July 14, 2010
Paul and family sorry to hear about Rits passing he was a great guy . We had fun building the #10 even with his bad back. Rest in peace Rit Bill Stock
Ed Andrews
July 14, 2010
Sunshine on you Mr. Hammond
You were one of the best persons I've ever met . The memories I have of you will always be in my heart you were best person I ever got to work next to and the things you tought me I'll never forget . It was a privilege and a pleasure to know you.
I love you and will always love and never forget you.
I'm deeply sorry that I can't be there for the services cause I'm in California
Love you always Peanuts
Ed andrews
July 13, 2010
Dear Mrs. Hammond,
We are so sorry and shocked for your loss of Mr. Hammond.
Lee & Sheila Horton
JOHN BAIA
July 13, 2010
TO THE HAMMOND FAMILY,
MY SINCEREST SYMPATHIES,REST IN PEACE MR.H YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.
July 13, 2010
Dear Richard,Paul and families,
I,m sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Sorry I can't attend the services but now living in Florida it's a little inconvenient. He will now be with many of his friends,like John Esposito and etc.May he rest in peace and you all get much comfort from God. He was a wonderful father and loved you both very much.
Love from, Audrey Esposito Banzhaf
Lakeland,Fl
Jim Braddock
July 13, 2010
To the Hammond Family, Our sincerest sympathies, RIP Richard
Jim and Debbie(Bufalo) Braddock
Laura Davis
July 13, 2010
Dear Eloise & Family,
So very sorry to hear about Richie, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely/Love
Laura"Boopie"Davis
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