Hammond, Lillian ‘Lil’
March 15th, 2021
Passed away peacefully at Victoria Hospital, in London, on Monday, March 15, 2021, at the age of 98. Lil is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Dianne Marchand, and best friend, Elaine Corrin. She was predeceased by her adoring husband, Tom (2018), and her cherished son, David (2017). Lil was the biggest cheerleader and supporter of her grandchildren. Kurt Hammond (Jana), Dean Hammond (Alex), Ryan Presseault (Sheri), Mark Hammond (Amanda), and Andrea Spruyt (Barry), will forever remember her phone calls, her hand-holding, and of course, her famous Mac n’ Cheese. Lil’s 13 great-grandchildren will remember her strength and her unwavering love of family. She had a life well-lived. Lil spoke fondly of summers in Toronto with her favourite aunt and uncle, vacations at Stanton House on Sparrow Lake, and her travels abroad; she believed in chasing after dreams and being grateful for the gifts you receive. Lil met the love of her life, Tom, in 1941 at an outdoor dance in Springbank Park. They married in 1943 and for the next 75 years, they danced their way through life. For many years, Lil was affectionately known as “The Cookie Lady.” She worked at Martin’s Home Bakery in Byron and enjoyed greeting and serving the community. She felt extremely blessed to raise her family in Byron and was known for her hearty sandwiches and fancy style of dress. Lil enjoyed regular lunches and card games with her friends and neighbours and was a longtime member of Sunningdale Golf & Country Club and Byron United Church. Lil and Tom were one of the first homeowners on Boler Road (1952), where the family fondly remembers BBQs on the back deck, the makeshift pool house in the garage, and many Christmas celebrations in the basement. Lil knew the best way to keep everyone quiet and behaving was to feed them. Whether it was Jujubes from the family room, KitKats from the secret drawer or popcorn snuck into a movie theatre, Lil kept the family well-fed. She spent the last ten and a half years of her life at Chartwell Riverside Retirement Residence. Lil continued to enjoy cards, regular walks, and Happy Hour drinks up until her final days. Special thanks to the staff at LHSC who kept Lil comfortable and allowed her loved ones to say goodbye; every extra minute was a gift to her family. We love you and will keep you forever in our hearts. Lil finished every phone call with the same phrase and it’s our turn to say the same to her: “Love ya, bye.” Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date when circumstances allow for a proper tribute to Lil. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Lil are asked to consider The Salvation Army.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Hammond Lillian ‘Lil’ March 15th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario