John Abell Hammett, Jr.
December 7, 1965 ~ June 17, 2017
John “Johnny” Abell Hammett, Jr., 51, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on June 17, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born December 7, 1965 he was the son of John A. Hammett, Sr. and Mary Catherine “Kitty” Hammett. He is preceded in death by his late grandparents Ignatius and Ethel Hammett and Harry and Helen Nelson.
Johnny was a native to St. Mary’s County and was a 1983 graduate of Chopticon High School. Johnny had enjoyed running his small family business Hammett Masonry, LLC that was passed down to him by his father. He enjoyed life: boating, hunting, camping with his wife and friends at Dennis Point Marina, corn hole, playing cards, watching the Dallas Cowboys play with a could cold Bud Light and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Johnny is survived by his wife of 26 years Donna Gass Hammett, daughter Nicki Copsey (Brian), son John A. Hammett III (Emily); and brother, Kenny Hammett (Kristi). Also surviving Johnny are 5 grandchildren: Alexis Copsey, Trevor Hammett, Avery Copsey, Chase Copsey and John A. Hammett IV and 2 nephews Troy and Jay Hammett.
Family will greet friends on Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 23, 2017 at 10:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD with Father Anthony Lickteig officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be: John A. Hammett III, Kenny Hammett, Troy Hammett, Jay Hammett, Brian Copsey, Ricky Hynson, Francis Huseman and Michael Gass. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Buddy Gibson, Billy Norris, Dale Gass, Jim Taylor and Pete Griffin, Jr.
Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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Hammett Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Praying you find strength for the days ahead and peace in the memories of all the times shared.
The entire Hammett family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Johnny! What a wonderful man. His spirit and zest for life will be missed. God called him home; know that he is now in a better place where there is NO pain. Our constant prayers to all of the family. May your angel, Johnny, RIP! Sending our prayers and love, Randy and Bonnie Oliver
Donna & family, we are so sorry to hear about Johnny. You are your family will be in our prayers
Hold tight to your memories for comfort and may many happy memories carry you through this difficult time. God has blessed you with many friends. Lean on your friends and never forget how much you as a family are loved and how much Johnnie loved all of you. These words are filled with thoughts for you all and more than anything else, that each day ahead will bring you comfort. Our hearts ache for you and we are sorry for your loss.
Dear Hammett Family,
Our heart aches for you and your family. I know there is nothing we can say to ease the pain, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna, John and Kitty, Kenny and Kristie. So sorry for your loss. I have known all of you since the boys’ T ball days. Don’t be afraid to lean on each other the next few weeks. It doesn’t seem like it now, but it will get better. Let me know if I can do anything.
So may memories with you Johnny, your time here with us much too short I believe Jesus seen you were tired and needed you with him for you have fought so hard your time now is to be free of your pain and to be our angel. We will always keep your memory alive through Donna,Nicki, and John John you will forever be with us. We love you may you Rest In Peace and know how much you were loved here on earth.
Donna, John, Kitty, Kenny, Kristie, we were saddened to hear about Johnny. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time.
Donna, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to everyone. He fought the fight, but in the end someone upstairs needed him more. Rest in Eternal Peace Johnny.
I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with u and the family!
Donna and Family,
Sorry for your loss.
Dear Hammett Family, we are deeply sorry for the loss of Johnny. We are keeping you all in our prayers and may all your loving and happy memories of Johnny help you through the days ahead. Rest In Peace, Johnny!
We are so sorry for your loss of Johnny. Our thoughts and prayers are with Johnny and all who loved him.
Donna,
My prayers have been with you both throughout, and will continue now for you and your family as you go through this difficult time. May our Lord and Savior keep His arms around you, giving you the strength you need and filling you with the peace that passes all understanding. With deepest sympathy. Rae
To the family, I am sorry for your loss, I keep many fond memories from our teenage years.
My sincere condolences to the entire family. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our love and prayers to you and your family.-Jimmy & Georgine Cox
Donna & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Johnny passing. Keeping you in our prayers.
Donna, Nicki, Jon Jon, & the entire Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Johnny’s passing, but know he is now free from all his pain and suffering. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and please let us know if we can do anything in this difficult time.
Donna and family, Tracey and I are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the arms of our Savior during this time.
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this time of grief. May God give you peace and may all your memories provide comfort during this time. Our thoughts and prayers. Andy & Sandy Edger
Donna and Hammett Family, so very sorry for the loss of Johnny, may he rest in peace. God Bless you all in your time of sorrow and always!
To the Hammett Family so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss , prayers from The St Clair Family .
Donna and all the family, our sincerest sympathy to all of you and to your many friends. Be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers during this time. We are comforted to believe that Johnny is reunited in heaven with our nephew, Mike Guy. As you know, Mike was called home at any early age too and he thought so much of Johnny while they were together here with all of us. We can only imagine what Heaven will be like for them being together again! May you all be comforted in knowing so many people loved Johnny and all your family too. He will be greatly missed my many. May he now rest in peace.
Donna and all the family, our sincerest sympathy to all of you and to your many friends. Be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers during this time. We are comforted to believe that Johnny is reunited in heaven with our nephew, Mike Guy. As you know, Mike was called home at any early age too and he thought so much of Johnny while they were together here with all of us. We can only imagine what Heaven will be like for them being together again! May you all be comforted in knowing so many people loved Johnny and all your family too. He will be greatly missed my many. May he now rest in peace.
Donna, Kitty and entire Hammett family,
Thank you for the honor of caring for Johnny and for your family during this most difficult time. Be proud of the love and dedication you showed him as you so gently cared for him at home and at the hospital. That was no easy task, yet you did it with precision and love. Holding you all in my prayers. ❤
To the entire Hammett family, sorry to hear of Johnny passing. May you find comfort in your memories and the love your family shares. May he rest in peace.
I was so sorry to hear about John, He will missed at the store. keeping the family in our prayers. Dallis
Donna and family,
I cannot express enough the sorrow I have for your (entire family}, as Johnny was such a good soul and brought soooo much happiness to everyone that knew and loved him. My entire family has had such a history with Johnny in which I will never forget him or the memories, as some of my happiest times were with him. He will and already is dearly missed. My heart goes out to you and if there is anything I can ever do to help ease your pain, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Being a christian I know that we will all see Johnny again. And Donna….if it’s any consolation, I know that after losing my parents, he is still with you and will always be with you all. I find a little peace in knowing that he is not suffering anymore. Please don’t hesitate to contact me for anything. 301-653-7478. Know that you all are always in my prayers.
To Johnny’s Family! Our sincere condolences are with you all. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace of heart, now and through the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for your families. RIP with the Lord, Johnny!