Mark Hammond
January 10, 2011
Mark Hammond, 46, was reunited with his father and the Lord January 10, 2011. A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2011 at Westview Church, 1155 SE Boone Dr. in Waukee. A Celebration of Life will follow at Wakonda Club, 3915 Fleur Dr., Des Moines, Iowa 50321.
Mark entered this world on July 1, 1964 in Clinton, IA to Donald and Wanda Hammond. He came of age in Miles, IA, where he graduated from East Central High School, and excelled in baseball. Mark then continued his educational pursuits at UNI, where he earned his Journalism degree as well as many of life's social skills.
Mark chose Des Moines as his home where he was branch manager at Robert Half International. He loved music and playing guitar; boating at Lake Panorama, landscaping the beautiful home he and Cassey built. He loved basketball, clothing, reading, writing, and acting. Mark was very caring, passionate, and a loyal friend. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Mark is survived by his beloved and best friend, Cassey Sanger; his mother, Wanda Hammond; siblings, Michael (Susan) Hammond, Rory (Cathy Sorensen) Hammond, Roxanne (Craig) Gustaveson and Robin (Jim) Kroymann; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Also surviving are Cassey's parents, Connie and Dave Sanger; her siblings, Angela (Guido) Rossi, Sean (Stephanie) Sanger, Kell (Mike) Vos, Rebecca Sanger, Brian Sanger; and nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his third family, a cast of characters and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Mark Hammond Memorial at Bank of the West, 2199 NW 159th St., Clive, IA 50325.
Online condolences may be made to the Sanger and Hammond families at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Maria Bennett
03/20/2014
Very sad to hear this news. I was great friends with Mark in college. What a great stellar man! Looking forward to seeing him in Heaven some day!
Nick
01/22/2011
Still doesn't seem real. Such great times and memories! Outstanding memorial given, all involved you did a great job. Most excellent on the singing.
I miss Ham everyday!!
Rose Hermodson
01/18/2011
Cassey and Mark's family,
Have had you in our thoughts and prayers. Mark was a special person and I know you will miss him. We didn't get to know him well because we only met him a couple of times but those brief times left an impression of a warm and caring person. Sorry for your loss
Love,
Rose & Kevin
Doug Lampe
01/18/2011
Cassey,
Mark has left us but he will not be forgotten. I feel fortunate I was able to spend some time with him at the hospital and also to meet you for the first time.
My Condolences,
Doug Lampe
Candice (Reinemund Waers)
01/17/2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. My thoughts and Prayers are with you all as you traverse this journey. Although we haven't crossed passed since UNI, I know that I was truly blessed to have known Mark since grade school, through his friendship, laughter, and his musical, acting, and athletic talents. He was so very gifted! I can only believe that God has a much larger plan for your love, Cassie, your wonderful son, Wanda, your baby brother, and our friend. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Van and Dawn VanBuren
01/16/2011
Wanda, Cassey and all of the Hammond family,
What a shock when Ronxanne called with the sad news! The "7th Kelley kid" left before he was born,so we did not know Mark that well, but he obviously had many talents and put his "mark" on many people during his short life!The chance meeting with him after we moved to Iowa from Texas was very enjoyable. I was very impressed with his professionalism, as well as the personal warmth. While he will be greatly missed by y'all, he and Don will enjoy each other. Thanks to the great family, who was so good to me early in life, and God Bless all of you and Cassey.
"Van"
Greg Daniels
01/16/2011
Dear Hammonds,
My heart & prayers go out to you & your family ! Miles was a small town family & we all cared about each other ! My prayers will be with you as you walk through your grief !
In Christ !
Greg
Deb Johnson-Wiebenga
01/15/2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you-I graduated with Mark from East Central. He was a wonderful classmate and will be missed by many.
Hal
01/15/2011
hammy,
Music...Stoli,seven-no fruit...GENUINE...
sleep well, my friend...hal
Debbie Schade
01/15/2011
My heart goes out to all of you (especially Cassey). I will remember Mark for his genuine caring spirit and his smile. Mark was able to engage in a true friendship of many who knew him, but he captured the heart of Cassey forever. My sincere condolescences - and may the days ahead bring you many loving memories of Mark.
Greg Witke
01/15/2011
Ham,
You will be missed my friend...you will always be on the "agenda" at our "Board Meetings" at Star Bar. Your genuine kindness and loving heart are a great example for others. Downtown Des Moines will miss seeing those sharp suits..a.k.a. Langelwear! My heart goes out to Cassey, your family and all those you have touched. Peace be with you.
Wit
Rick Rungaitis
01/15/2011
My thoughts go out to Cassey and all the family and friends who had the pleasure of knowing Hambone. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. You will be missed.
Roberta Schwartz
01/14/2011
Wanda and family,
I was saddened to hear of Mark's death. Please accept this sincere expression of sympathy.
I remember Mark as a sweet little boy who was in my very first class. He was a delightful student who always had a contagious smile. He was ready to have fun in whatever he did, or 'had' to do. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Roberta
Evelyn Baasch Wieck
01/14/2011
Dear Wanda,
Our sincere sympathy and love to you and your family at this difficult time.
Your old classmate at Miles. Evelyn Baasch Wieck in DeWitt.
Robyn Williamson
01/14/2011
Cassey- I was one of the radiation therapist that treated Mark, and got to know him through those few weeks. What a wonderful man he was, and what a great support and person you are. He made us laugh, and continued to laugh himself through his tough tough journey. I will forever remember his strength and smile. What a wonderful couple you are! Hang on to all your wonderful memories.