Burton Hammond Obituary

Age

September 12, 2023

Hamden, CT

Burton Charles Hammond of Alpharetta, GA (formerly of Hamden, CT) passed away peacefully on September 8, 2023, in Milton GA. He was born in Port Chester, NY on January 14, 1929. Burton "Burt" was married to the love of his life, Katheryn, for 69 years before her passing in 2020. His two sons Stephen Charles Hammond (deceased; Cecilia) of Alpharetta, GA and Ronald James Hammond (Anne Marie) of Pepper Pike, OH were his pride and joy. He was a beloved grandpa to three grandchildren, Meredith Elaine Schwarz (Mark) of Clarksville, MD, William Chase Hammond (Erin) of Clovis, NM and Hayley Jane Hammond of New York City. He also has three Great Grandchildren, Lainey Alison Schwarz, Calvin James Hammond and Virginia Kay Hammond. Burt began his career as an electrician with Martin Electric in New Haven, CT. He eventually moved to Connecticut Container Corporation where he was Corporate Engineer, then Plant Manager. At the end of his career, he returned to Martin Electric as General Manager. He was a graduate of the Connecticut School of Electronics, Treasurer of the Civitan Club of Hamden, CT and proud veteran of the U. S. Naval Reserve. After retiring, Burt & Katheryn moved to Alpharetta GA to be near family, Steve and Cecilia. Burt spent many days helping Steve with his Boat Butler business. After Steve passed away in 2019 followed by Katheryn in 2020, Burt lived in assisted living facilities. Cecilia became his primary caregiver in those final years. Burt was well-loved by all who knew him. His quick wit, easy smile, sense of humor and willingness to help in any situation made him a treasured friend and family member. He is now with his beloved Katheryn - and while he will be missed, he is truly where he wants to be. Services will be conducted in both Alpharetta, GA and. Hamden, CT. In Alpharetta, the family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 13 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, 12050 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA 30075. In Hamden, the family will receive friends at Peter Torello Funeral Home 1022 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden CT 06514 on Friday, September 22 from 4:00 pm - 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30am on Saturday, September 23 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, 2819 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518. Interment to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Hamden, CT. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be mailed to Honor Flight Network, Box L-4016, Columbus, OH, 43260-4016. To donate online go to www. honorflight. org/donations. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Burton Charles Hammond, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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