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Timothy William Hammel, 71

January 31, 2016

Timothy William Hammel, 71, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at his Lancaster home on Sunday, January 31, 2016, after a lengthy battle with Amyloidosis, while under the care of Hospice & Community Care. Tim was born in Philadelphia, the son of the late William C. Hammel and Arlene Hollinger Hammel Tucker.

He graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School in 1963 and from Thaddeus Stevens Trade School in 1966. He married his high school sweetheart, Karen Sue Brown on September 10, 1966. Tim entered active duty in the United States Navy aboard the USS Hugh Purvis DD709.

Upon honorable discharge, he was employed in the telecommunications industry for his entire life at companies including Bell Telephone of PA, American Telephone and Telegraph and retired from Lucent Technologies after 31 years. After retirement, he contracted for R.R. Donnelley working on their telecommunications equipment for 11 more years.

Tim was a member of Calvary Church, where he served in the Children’s Ministries until his illness. Tim loved the outdoors and was Assistant Scout Master in Boy Scout Troop 267 for more than 30 years. He was a member of the Order of the Arrow, graduated from Wood Badge and was honored with the Harvest District Award of Merit. He was also a member of the Telephone Pioneers.

Tim is survived by his wife Karen Sue; two sons, Matthew William Hammel, married to Heather (George) of Hallam, and Nathan Peter Hammel, married to Traci (Homsher) of Quarryville; two grandsons, James William and Michael Evan Hammel of Hallam; and his mother-in-law Mildred Weaver Brown of Woodcrest Villa. In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by a grandson, Joseph R. M. Hammel and step-father Irvin Tucker.

A visitation will take place from 10 to 11am, followed by the memorial service at 11 am on Saturday, February 6, 2016, at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601. Private interment with Military Honors will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be mailed to Water Street Mission, P.O. Box 7267, Lancaster, PA 17604-7267 or to the Amyloidosis Foundation, 7151 N. Main St., Ste. 2, Clarkston, MI 48346.

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February 09, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to Tim’s family. I will cherish the times I talked with him while we were working out in the fitness center at the Hempfield Rec. He will be missed.
Sue Creed

February 08, 2016

Dear Karen, Matt and Nathan! We are so sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. We are praying for your strength and peace in these sad and difficult days. May the many wonderful memories of good times begin to replace the void he has left in your hearts.
With our deepest sympathy.
Susan, Jan, Brian, Erin and Jonathan Gerhart

February 06, 2016

The joy of knowing Jesus is real! I worked with Tim and handed over to him the work at RR Donnelley. I also played basketball on the Bell Tel team. He was a joy. He would come into work stating he camped overnight in the middle of the winter with the scouts. Crazy!! A broken foot keeps me home but my heart is there at the memorial service.
Herb Fisher <>-<

February 05, 2016

Dear Karen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of Tim’s homegoing. Many fond memories of Tim from high school days.
Cherish your memories and special moments always.
My deepest sympathy. Barbara Franck Good

February 04, 2016

Karen, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on Tim’s passing. I remember Tim so well from our high school days. He was fun to be with, always friendly, and a great basketball player. We pray that you find support and peace in your sorrow.
Anne and Bill Wentz

February 02, 2016

I knew Tim from hempfield rec, have great memories of him. So sorry for your loss. Dawn bentzel

February 02, 2016

Karen, I had no ides that Tim was suffering with any healt problems,I am so sorry for your lose and mine also. I will see yoo at the visitation on Saturday.
Cousin Ron

February 02, 2016

I knew Tim from the Hempfield rec from many years ago. I have fond memories of him. My condolences.
Jennifer Vogt

February 02, 2016

Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers . I’ll aways remember Tim’s smile and laughter and the fun we had at LS. He will be missed but he left many great memories.
In sympathy, Doris McComsey Mankin

February 02, 2016

Dear Karen and Family,
You are in our prayers. Tim was a wonderful neighbor and friend. He was always ready to help anyone. We are saddened to hear of his passing and of his long illness.
Tom and Carol Mayer, The Villages, Florida

February 02, 2016

Sorry for your loss praying for your family wes

February 02, 2016

My sincere condolences to Tim’s family. What a wonderful man , friend and teacher. I had worked with Tim while he contracted for RR Donnelley. I would tell him if I only knew a quarter of what he knew I would be happy. He always had a smile and great laugh.
You will be missed but, also remembered with alot of fine memories!
Jim Via

Visitation: Saturday, February 06, 2016; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Rd.; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Saturday, February 06, 2016; 11:00 AM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Rd.; Lancaster, PA
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