Hammond – John Edward
Passed away peacefully at home aged 90 with family by his side.
Loved and loving Husband of Lorraine for 64 years.
Beloved Father of Craig, Shelley Anne (dec) and Jamie. Father-In-Law of Kerry and Susannah.
Cherished Grandfather of Danielle, Emma and Sophie and Great Grandfather of Brooks and Anna.
John was a very special man, he lived for his family, adored his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
A man who also devoted so much of his time to community and country. He was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam war, local Chiltern councillor, member of Chiltern CFA, Chiltern Waterboard and past Secretary of the Chiltern Cemetery Trust. Was devoted to helping others through Legacy and probably his favourite, Santa for many years at the Chiltern Christmas Pageant. A role he reluctantly retired from only this year.
A huge thank you to both Dr Cameron and Helen Barter from the Barnawartha Medical Centre for their care of John in his last few weeks. Because of them John was able to spend his last week’s at home with family.
Also our thanks goes out to the members of the Chiltern community who reached out to John and the family during his short illness, your love and thoughts are cherished.
Will be sadly missed, remembered forever.
Funeral NoticeLove you big cousin. Lynne
December 20, 2024John you will be greatly missed by your lovely family and friends . We had some great moments lots fun @ laughter growing up all the gathering at 108.Donald always looked forward to catch up on Anzac Day Your cousin Judith Ann (Cuthbertson)Ward Rest In Peace,Lest we Forget
December 20, 2024Dear John My scooter will never be the same without you knotting the flags together. Thanks for the laughs love to Lorraine.from Beryl Pickering
December 21, 2024John was a wonderful caring brother full of fun. He will be missed by us, it was a blessing that I was able to spend the last couple of weeks with you. Love Joan, Ann-maree, Katrina, Trent and Teddy..
December 21, 2024John bought great joy to our grandchildren when he was Santa at St Mary’s Chiltern. Always smiling and ready for a chat.
December 22, 2024Our thoughts are with Lorraine, Craig, Jamie and families.
January 1, 2025
So many happy memories shared of times in Papua New Guinea, and caravanning holidays. A wonderful family friend that will be sadly missed.My Hammond, what a funny man!!! Rescuing me when I was stuck in a tree in PNG, trips in tyre tubes down the river in Bright.., always the Easter bunny on Easter camping trips… so many wonderful childhood memories shared by our families. Love and thoughts are with Mrs Hammond, Craig, Jamie and families.
January 1, 2025In John what a great person we have lost never said a bad word about anyone.
RIP big manBob Fitzpatrick and family
January 1, 2025Well Dad, today we get to celebrate your life and send you off on your next journey. When you get to the gates of heaven I suggest you don’t hold them open for everyone or you’ll be waiting a very long time to pass through. Santa lost one of his all time great helpers with your passing, we lost a Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Rest easy now!
Thank you to everyone for their loving words.
January 2, 2025On behalf of John’s cousin Janice’s family we send our love and condolences.
January 2, 2025Uncle John, you were an amazing man. You will missed deeply. Lots of love always. Tammy
January 3, 2025