"A loving soul that will be greatly missed here on earth !!!!"
In loving memory of
Ronald "Ronnie" Hammond
October 9, 1936 - January 17, 2021
Ronald "Ronnie" Hammond
Canton - Ronald "Ronnie" Hammond, 84, of Canton, who never knew a stranger, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
He was born on October 9, 1936, in Havana to Francis and Myra (Rose) Hammond. They preceded him in death.
Ronnie is survived by his wife June (Gabrielson) Hammond, whom he married on November 24, 1979 in Canton.
Also surviving are seven children; David (Lucenda) Hammond of Maquon, Echo Wilson of Peoria, Mark Hammond of Canton, Larry Rilea of Canton, Bruce (Marjorie) Hammond of Wisconsin, Tammy Smith of Canton and Marcena (Amee Adkins) Gabrielson of Georgia, fourteen grandchildren, Miranda, Kimberly, David, Jaclyn, Trace, Addison, Larry Carl, Nathan, Lindsey, Tucker, Samantha, Caleb, Cameron and Lynn, and nine great grandchildren.
Also preceding him in death is one Grandson Matthew, two sisters Patricia Rose and Arlen McGuire and two brothers, Dick Hammond and George Hammond.
Ronnie worked at Caterpillar for 36 years retiring in 1990. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton and he was member of the Canton Masonic Lodge for over 50 years, as well as the consistory of Peoria and Grotto of East Peoria.
Ronnie was bold and was known for his gift of telling old stories and classic jokes. He loved boating and fishing and was a die-hard Cubs Fan. He loved music and could burst into a rendition of "White Sport Coat" with a voice that rivaled Marty Robbins himself. Ronnie loved his family and always made sure that they knew it. He will be missed.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday January 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. A Facebook livestream will be provided through the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory's Facebook page. There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Online condolences may be posted at www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com.
Tributes
"Dad, we all miss you and especially Mom. I know you are in a better place with no more pain. Your jokes, laugh and smile will never be forgotten. Please watch over us all. "
"I will truly miss grandpa. He always had so many words of wisdom as well as great jokes. He always made sure I never was in short supply of apple cider and popcorn. So many wise conversations we had. Grandpa will never be forgotten. "
"Oh June, I was so deeply sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I always looked forward to seeing you and Ron at the Relay for Life events. He will be missed by many. Ron always had a smile and was genuinely happy to see everybody. He always said to me," we met you the rest stop, when June and I were there" good memories. You and your family have my sincere sympathy."
"June and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Ronnie. He was such a happy guy. I'll always remember his smile. June, if you need anything, let me know. I'm just down the road. May Jesus carry you through this sad time. The Rose's Darren, Brenda, & Eli"
"JUNE , KEEPING YOU AND FAMILY IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I REMEMBER WHENEVER I WAS IN YOUR COMPANY WITH RONNIE YOU BOTH BEAMED WITH BEAUTIFUL SMILES AND WARMTH. KEEP ALL YOUR GREAT MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEART."
"Stephen and Audrey Curless so sorry to here of Ron;s passing. He was a good friend to Audrey and me and he will be missed, rest in peace old friend."
"RIP good friend"
"June, Ronnie was certainly a story teller. Doug and I know him through George. So sorry to see his passing. We will cherish our memories.. Doug and Cheryl Martindale"
"June, I?m so sorry to hear of Ron?s passing. He was a good man. He was always smiling! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs my friend!"
"June and family. Sorry for your loss Ron was a great person to be around Always enjoyed having him come in my office Made me smile. Dr Greg Derry DDS "
"June, I'm so sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He and his family lived about a block from my house when we were growing up. Bless you and Ronnie."
"June, my sympathies to you and your family! Hugs and prayers for you!"
"June , I am so sorry to hear of Ron passing away. My Thoughts & Prayers are with you & All the Family. Love & Hugs. Linda (Anderson) Walter"
"June & Families, Sorry for your loss. Joe & l always enjoyed visiting with Ronnie when we would run into him. Cub fans, always had to chat about them! Your are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Joe & Holly Thum. "
"So sorry June and family to hear of Ronnie's passing away. He was such a joy to be around and had an incredible beautiful smile. He will be missed by so many. Hugs and prayers. Judy and Ray Brown"
"We are all so sorry. Our hearts break. Such an amazing man! Always a smile and always bringing treats into Buells. It was a pleasure to have him work for us and to always come back in with a laugh and smile. Ronnie and Tads Dad, Joe, went on many road trips to get boats for us. What a team. Tad and Ronnie also went on many road trips to pull boats and put boats in the water. Our deepest condolences to you all. "
"so sorry for your loss. Ronnie was such a sweet person who I am so glad I got the chance to know
he always had a smile and loved him like an adopted grandparent
he always made my dad when him and june would show up at the hospital
he will truly be missed "
"Sending our condolences to the family. You were always met with a smile when you'd run into Ron, and he usually had a good story to tell. We will all miss him dearly. Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers."
"So sorry for your loss. Thinking of all your family."
"June, I am saddened to hear of Ronnie's passing. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers."
"June so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. You and your family are in our prayers at this most difficult time. Janet (Hinds) Barrett "
"Many condolences to the Hammond Family. I knew Ron from Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a very nice man."