Jeff Donald Hammond passed away in Cypress, Texas, on February 12, 2021. Born on
April 22, 1955 in Buffalo, New York, Jeff was the first born child of Donald Harvey and Beverly
Faye Michel Hammond. Jeff graduated from Holland High School in 1973, where he sang "The
Lord's Prayer" as part of his graduation ceremony. He then served in the Denmark Copenhagen
Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) from June 1974 to June 1976.
In 1978, he moved to Houston where he worked in the automatic door industry for over forty
years.
Jeff married Denise Annette Brown on June 12, 1980 in the LDS Washington, D.C.
Temple. Together, Jeff and Denise have three children, each of whom continue his legacy of
faith, optimism, music, and service. He served faithfully in the LDS Church for over fifty years,
teaching Sunday school, fulfilling leadership positions, and sharing his amazing vocal talents
whenever asked.
Preceded in death by his parents, brother, and son-in-law, Jeff leaves his wife, Denise,
daughters Deirdre (Sean) Chisholm and Megan (Eric) Falconer, and son, Kyle, along with nine
grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, five siblings, and numerous nieces, nephews, and
friends.
Dad's humility and wisdom, as well as his example of faithfulness and obedience to the
Lord, diligence in serving others, and cheerful attitude while facing adversity will be missed by
all who had the pleasure of knowing him.