Phillip R. Hammond

Phillip R. Hammond, 69, of Ulysses, passed away at his home on June 14th with his wife and son at his side following a battle with cancer.

He was born on March 23, 1955, to Raymond and Mignon Hammond in Garden City. He has lived in Ulysses his whole life and graduated from Ulysses High School in 1973.

Phil was raised on the farm north of Ulysses, and he loved farming with his dad. He also raised livestock while in high school. After graduation, he left the farm and worked in delivery, sales, and a manufacturing business until he decided to strike out on his own. This eventually led him to start his own business in remodeling and construction. He had a successful career over the next 30 years.

In 1980, Phil met his future spouse, Teresa, and wed in 1982, going on to have one son, Aaron Hammond.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mignon Hammond of Ulysses, and sisters, Dorothy Hollingsworth of Antelope, California, and Lucinda Butler of Stockton, Kansas.

He is survived by his spouse, Teresa Hammond; his son, Aaron Hammond; and granddaughter, Piper.

The family requests that anyone who wishes to support or honor Phil contribute to the memorial fund, which will be given to the Adobe Historical Museum in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. Phil had a large hand in building this museum, which details the community where he spent all his life.

The Memorial Service was held Friday, June 21, 2024, at Garnand Funeral Home Chapel in Ulysses, with Pastor Steve Walters officiating. Inurnment followed at the Ulysses Cemetery. Condolences may be posted at www. garnandfuneralhomes. com.