Mark Christopher Hammonds
August 14, 1954 - June 23, 2010
Obituary
Mark C. Hammonds
55, of Federal Way, WA., died Wednesday, June 23, 2010, doing what he loved most—riding his Harley. Born to Edgar and Mabel Hammonds Aug. 14, 1954 in San Fernando, Cal.,
Mark worked as a nurse and was most recently employed as a Senior Business Analyst by The Regence Group.
He is survived by his wife Beth; son Jacob and daughter-in-law Kaisa; Jacob’s mother Deborah Jacobs; brothers Chuck, Randy and Jim; and extended family. He will also be greatly missed by members of the Three Aces, and his entire NA and AA families.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm Tues., June 29, at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home, 1535 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the MS Society in Mark’s memory.
Donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at the following link http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Events/HOM-General?pxfid=215365%26fr_id=7541%26pg=fund or A scholarship fund has been established in Mark’s honor for the Men’s Stag Meeting. Checks can be mailed to Jimmy Dueberry, 7719 Locust Ave. E., Bonnie Lake, WA 98321.
For more information, online obituary and guest book, please see www.bonneywatson.com.
Dear Kaisa,
We are so sorry about the loss of your father-in-law. We pray God comforts you and your family at this sad time.
I am signing in as a grouprn grads who may not heard of Mark’s passing, i didn’t know him well personally but went thru our RN year..Mark was always witty, funny, smart..i always admired that he shared the hardships with Jacob after his accident as well as the AA involment. He will be a very missed person, but take peace in the fact that the people that knew him will embrace his style!
Dear Beth and Family:
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Mark, we’ve both been thinking about you in this sad time. Love to you all.
My condolences to Mark’s family. I worked with him at Regence and will miss him and his sense of humor.
Dear Beth,
My friend. My thoughts are with you and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything and I look forward to seeing you soon. dave b
Dear Beth,
“The wonder of love is its power to maintain immortality.”
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Know I’ll be here for you in any way I can. See
you soon.
Always,
Lynn
Beth,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I truly hope that all of your wonderful memories of Mark bring you some comfort during this difficult time. Always know you have support from your many friends and colleagues.
Beth–
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Liz Quakenbush
Beth and Family,
I can’t begin to imagine the grief you all are feeling right now. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers of peace are with you on this heart breaking journey. May love surround you and bless you with loving memories, for we all shall meet again.
Strength and peace to you.
Hugs and Luv’s Beth
Dear Beth:
I am so saddened by this sudden loss. So sudden and it is so hard to believe. As you go through this grief from losing your best friend I hope you are surrounded by family and friends and find some comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by all of us. I am so Sorry.
Vidya
Beth –
I was just told of Mark’s passing and my heart aches for you. Be sure to lean on your friends and family. You have a whole community of people who love you.
“The heart remembers most what it has loved best.”
Much love –
Beth,
Let me know if you need help with anything.
Take care,
Tri
I’m sorry for your family’s loss and my thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Beth,
Very sorry to hear about Mark.
Deepest condolences.
– Sita
My heart hurts.
I am holding you and yours in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth and Family,
I also had the pleasure of working with Mark at Regence. I remember our first meeting well and the passion Mark had for his work. As time went by I discovered a truly warm, funny individual, someone that made it enjoyable to partner with.
Mark will be missed by many – I recently received the following quote and thought you might find solace in it as well. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”. I am certain that you and your family have many loving memories of Mark.
Dear Dear Beth, and Family,
My family and I wish to express our deeptest thoughts and prayers for you all. May you have peace and strength this day as you honor Mark’s life with you all. Thank-You for letting us join with you in his honor. Peace & Love Mike & Sherry Axson
Beth, I am sorry to hear about Mark. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jane
I worked with Mark at Regence. He was one of those guys that lit up a room when he entered. He was very kind and always cool. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his family.
Jean and I were saddened to hear the news of your beloved Mark. You and Mark have touched so many lives. Please know that you, and the members of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
As you have supported, mentored and provided comfort to so many, those many are there to now offer our hearts, spirit, and shoulders during your time of need.
Peace,
Dearest Beth,
When a person you love passes away,look to the night sky on a clear day. The star that to you, appears to be bright, will be your loved one, looking upon you during the night. The lights of heaven are what shows through as your loved one watches all that you do. When you feel lonely for the one that you love, look to the Heavens in the night sky above.
I hope you know how much you are loved. My sincerest condolences.
Dear Beth and family,
I worked with Mark on a few different projects at The Regence Group. I second what so many have already said, Mark was just a great guy and when he spoke, everyone listened. He always had the Member’s best interest at heart. Just a pleasure to work with. It is still so hard to believe that his body has left this earth, but his spirit continues on. May time heal the wound that his passing has left.
Dear Beth and family, I was so saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. He was a terrific person who cared about and cared for everyone. I can’t tell you how much I treasure the time I had to work with him at Regence, he had a magnetic and trustworthy way about him that made even the most challenging times a joy. He will be missed by many. With my sincere condolences, Kathy
Beth, My heart goes out to you at this time. It is a difficult journey we must travel when we loose someone we love. My heart is with you now and for a long time to come. Reach to the ones you need to most and let others hold your hand along this journey of sorrow. Much love,
My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family.
Beth, please know that my prayers for peace,comfort and strength is with you and your family as you journey this path.
Its well and all will be well.
salome
Dearest Beth: I am unable to find the words to express the deep sorrow I feel for this great loss. I know that your life with Mark is passing yet know thorugh my own experiences that what you shared together is forever. Call anytime 24/7.
In deep love and respect — Helen.
Beth and Mark’s family: My sincere condolences for your tragic loss. I’m unable to attend the service but will have you all in my thoughts. One wishes they could take the hurt away, but that is impossible. Only time and the love of friends and family will allow it to lessen. I am truely sorry.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth:
My thoughts and prays are with you. So sorry to hear of your loss. Take Care
Beth:
My thoughts and prays are with you. So sorry to hear of your loss. Take Care
Beth:
My thoughts and prays are with you. So sorry to hear of your loss. Take Care
Beth, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss! You are such a wonderful person and this is such a tragedy. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I wish I could attend the service. With love, Anisa Ralls
I have many fond memories of Mark from Camp Casey and other meetings/events in the Seattle area. I will miss him dearly and wish I could be present for the services, but I’m in the UK at the moment. My heart goes out to Beth and the rest of his family – you were lucky to have him close.
Love you forever, Brother. I’ll see you on the other side!
Kaisa and Jacob,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.
We will miss hearing ‘Hammonds’ on the morning call. He was very supportive and very direct. A truly great person.
Beth,
I am so sorry. I can’t even imagine. I formed my whole impression of your relationship with Mark one day in your office when you were talking to him on the phone, and at the end you said “see you later, Sweet Love”
I hope that you can find some peace in those memories.
I knew Mark for a relatively short time in the fellowship of AA. The World has lost a wonderful human being. My most heartfelt sympathy to his family.
George
Godspeed, Mark, Godspeed…
I worked with Mark sporadically years ago, yet he left a deep impression. In any meeting we were in together, he was always one of the coolest and calmest and most reasonable voices. He was just a great guy to be around and I respected his attitude greatly. Condolences to family and friends.
Beth: I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. Love you, Lana
My condolences and sympathy with you at this difficult time.
Words are not enough to express how sorry I am for you loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
With love,
Viola
Beth and Family:
Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Peggy and Warren
I feel grateful for the honor to have known Mark yet my heart breaks for all his family and friends. RIP dear brother.
We work at Hi Tech Collision in Spanaway Washington were your husbands Harley was brought….please know our prayers are with you and blessings to your family.
Beth-
I am so sorry.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenn Stuber