Roger Alan Hammond

September 14, 1944 - April 5, 2019

Roger Hammond of Guntersville was born to Walter Henry Hammond and Glenna Irene Hammond in Dayton, Ohio. After graduating from Decatur High School and receiving his B.S. and M.S. in Marine Biology from the University of Mississippi, he began a career with Virginia Power. However, after a few years, realizing that he was better made to “be his own boss”, Roger and family moved backed home to North Alabama to open his own business, Hammond Boat & Motor. Being one who never met a stranger, running a boat store in a lake town was perfect fit for him. He really loved his community and was a fixture at the high school football and basketball games. He was a family man – giving unconditional love and selfless attention to his sons and grandchildren, he always made the time to play ball or hunt or fish or just watch silly cartoons. He was devoted to his wife through their 46 years of marriage and the almost 7 years since her passing. Most importantly, however, he loved Jesus and honored his savior by loving his fellow man. He was a bright splash of color in this world and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean “BJ” Hammond, and he is survived by his two sons, Alan (Holli) of Huntsville and Adam (Mary Grace) of Guntersville; his five grandchildren: Hannah Grace, Turner, Westin, Addison Reese, and Poppy Rose. A Memorial Service will be held 11 am Wednesday at First United Methodist Church Worship Center, Guntersville with Pastor Terry Bentley and Pastor Aaron Johnson officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to JDRF (www2.jdrf.org) and/or First United Methodist Church, Guntersville.