Bob (Lloyd) Hammond

Bob (Lloyd) Hammond, age 74 of Hartville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, the twelfth of June.

Born August 6, 1942 in Cullman, Alabama, Bob was a pillar of strength and kindness in his family, in his church, and in his career. He is survived by his devoted wife Peggy (Dykes); sisters Linda (Bill Deceased) Beaver and Barbara (Marvin) McGraw; children Kimmy (Pete) Savcic, Rhonda, Michael, Robbie, and Elizabeth (Buddy) Baker; nine grandchildren that he loved dearly; four great-grandchildren; and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Audrey; brothers Sonny, Jay, Harvey, Johnny and Larry; and his sister Kathy Beth (Boyett).

For nearly fifty years, Bob was a proud and dedicated member of the Akron Police Department. Joining the force in 1969, he split his first 6 years between Patrol and SWAT before joining the Detective Bureau in 1976 where he spent the next sixteen years. Bob reached the rank of Sergeant four years before his retirement in 1996. He would remain on Reserve from his retirement all the way through to his death. Bob was an incredibly hard working man, co-owning Bob's Piano Moving for over twenty years with his wife. He was also an avid fisherman and hunter. Bob loved being with his grandchildren and was a committed member of the Solid Rock Church in Hartville. Family and friends may call on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 3-7 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with visitation for one hour prior.