ROBERT L. HAMMOND, age 93 years, died in his home on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 in New Park, Pennsylvania. He was the husband of Ruth B. (Duke) Hammond.

Born on July 10, 1917 in Marian, Virginia, he was a son of the late Harvey and Margaret Hammond. Mr. Hammond had worked as a machinist for 42 years with Matin Marrietta and was a member of North Harford Baptist Church in Jarrettsville, Maryland.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by:

Four children-

Robert L. Hammond, Jr., Linda D. Walker, John R. Hammond and Sandra J. Simms

A sister, Eunice D. Neeley

Many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at North Harford Baptist Church, 4008 Old Federal Hill Road, Jarrettsville, Maryland.