Charles Emory Hammond Sr.
January 31, 1940 ~ March 15, 2022
Charles Emory Hammond, Sr, 82, of Whispering Pines, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at FirstHealth of the Carolinas in Pinehurst following a brief illness. Born January 31, 1940, in Raleigh, he was the son of the late Shep Hammond and Inez Pearce Hammond. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Linda Bullard Hammond.
He is survived by two sons , Charles Emory Hammond, Jr (Jessica) of Huntersville, NC, and Walt Hammond (Leigh Anne) of Summerfield, a cherished sister Nancy Gatewood of Woodbridge, VA, dear brother Bobby Hammond (Vera) of Fayetteville, and sister-in-law Joline Kinlaw of Evergreen. The apple of his eye and the loves of his life are his twin granddaughters, Amelia and Grace, both of Summerfield.
Charles remarried in 2018 and is survived by his wife Kathleen Randalls Hammond, two step sones, Marcus Moore and Matthew Moore (Hailey), both of Raleigh, Kim Smith (Gardner) of Grimesland, Beth Lane (Greig) of Greenville, brother in laws Danny Randalls (Vickie) of Chico, TX, Josh Randalls (Beverly) of Scranton and Andy Randalls (Shirrell) of Candler. He was loved and will be missed by step grandchildren Johnathan (Kate), Aimee, Zander, and Colten, all of Raleigh.
He attended Campbell University for one year and transferred to NC State University where he graduated in 1962 with a bachelor’s degree in agronomy and in 1983 with a masters degree in adult education. He served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam era.
Charles served a long and illustrious career in the NC Agricultural Extension Service. He served across the state from Beaufort County to Buncombe County before coming to Moore County in 1979 as Agricultural Director where he retired in 2001. He is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, most recently The Order of the Longleaf Pine on his 80th birthday. He was instrumental in bringing a municipal water system to northern Moore County. In collaboration with the Moore County Chamber of Commerce, he established Farm City Week. He continued to serve his community long after he retired. At his demise, he was serving on the Farm Bureau Board of Directors, the Moore 100 Committee as Consultant, Partners in Progress as Consultant, and Senior consultant for the Sandhills Baptist Association.
He loved the Lord and loved his church. His desire was for those who wished to honor his memory would do so by supporting his church, Open Arms Community Church in Vass, NC.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 18, 2022 at 3 PM at Open Arms Community Church in Vass. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. There will be a private family committal service at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Southern Pines.
Online condolences may be offered at www.PinesFunerals.com.
Fry & Prickett Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hammond family.
I knew Charles as the County Extension Director in a neighboring county. Very well respected in his community, and always told the straight story. Prayers for his friends and family.
Condolences to the Hammond family. Charles was one of many bosses within the Extension community. He always stressed
the importance of preparation and reading the landscape (political or otherwise). His wise words “Never go into a meeting that you haven’t already laid the groundwork to ensure its outcome before you go.” Eternal be your memory and rest.
Kathleen, you are in our prayers. Charles was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed.
Laura duncan an Ann bennett
Kathleen Charles was a great man we no you will miss him dearly he will be so missed by so many.
Kathleen, Charles Jr., Walt and the rest of the family. Charles was a very gentle giant as I like to remember him. He will be greatly missed in our neighborhood. He will be missed by many… may he Rest In Peace. Bob and Barb Wesner
Sorry for the departure to eternity of Mr Hammond. A true extension professional, deeply rooted in helping others.
Well done,
Travis Burke
Retired, Extension Assoc Director of Extension
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Kat, thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this time.
Kat Our love and prayers are with you. Charles fit so well with our family. He will be truly missed. Gardner and Kimberly
Kathleen, we are so sorry for your loss.
Your family is in our prayers.
Soon after he hired me, Charles Hammond spoke to me words he would repeat. “Do what you say you’re going to do, and never promise something you can’t deliver.” I always found those words a helpful way of dealing with people honestly. And i think it was s way of life for Charles. He was an effective leader, ahelpful mentor, a respected pillar in his community. He believed in and helped build the Extension model of providing people the research-based resources they need to fulfill their goals.
Kathleen, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Charles. You two shared a beautiful love story! Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember, memories last forever. Much love, Shirley
Sending my sympathy. Prayers for all during this difficult time.
Charles was a faithful servant to our Lord, a thoughtful neighbor, and gracious friend. We will miss him greatly. Prayers for all of the family.
Charles was my County Director when I joined CES. He was a wonderful role model for Extension programming, supervision, and working with communities and individuals in general. He was always supportive of the 4-H Program, my role as agent, and even my personal life. Charles, I know you’re listening, as you always have, so “thanks for all you did.” Alice sends hers, too!
Charles touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I got the chance to know him/her as both a colleague and a friend.
Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I got the chance to know him as both a colleague and a friend.
Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jacob and Deborah Crandall
Charles touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I got the chance to know him as both a colleague and a friend.
Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles Jr and Walt, I’ve know your Dad for years, he will be missed. May you remember the good times!
On Behalf of the North Carolina Association of County Agriculture Agents, I would like to send our member’s sincere condolences on the loss of Charles. He was a well respected County Agent and a valued alumni member of our organizations. We would like to send a small token of our esteem to any charity that you specify if will provide the name and address.
Sincerely,
Steve D. Pettis, Jr.
Henderson County Extension Agent
Grateful for the opportunity to get to know Charles. As County Director he was an inspiration, and provided support for the rest of us. Condolences and prayers for the family. May your precious memories and love keep him forever close to you. Praying that God will continue to surround you and give you peace.
Jacqueline Roseboro
Retired County Director, Columbus County
Kathleen, Charles Jr. , Walt and all other family- our love, prayers and condolences are with you all. Charles was our neighbor since we moved to the neighborhood since 1990! We had many conversations usually on our lawns that always began with -Hey Neighbor ! We will miss hearing that! Charles will be greatly missed!
Charles was a true gentleman. He raised two sons to follow in his footsteps.
I just read the obiturary of Charles going home. I am so sorry I have worked with him in the Senior’s Ministry for Sandhills Baptist. He was a great leader and he loved our Lord. He was kind, caring and encouraging always. So sorry for Kathleen and the family. We know Charles has won the race but it will leave a big hole in your hearts. May God’s love and peace surround you
. My prayers for all.
Charles Hammond was indeed a fine, Christian man who wore many hats! We knew him through the Moore County Extension Office and also trough his Consultant Work for BAM, in the Sandhills Baptist Association. He was a friend to all and will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.
Our condolences go out to all the family but especially to his wife, Kathleen, and to the grandchildren he loved and who loved him dearly.
Charles was a friend and mentor to a fledgling farmer in the early ’80s and a recognized character around Carthage. He will be missed.
Bill Dunlap
I was just contacted today about Charles’s death. I am so sorry kat. You had several wonderful years with him. I am so glad being one that shared in the joy when you first met watching the relationship grow and prosper. I carry you and your family in my heart with love.
Prayers and condolences to the Hammond Family. God Bless you in your loss and grief. I knew Charles for many years and he was a friend and at times a mentor and source of information and inspiration. Charles was a big man–literally, figuratively and spiritually. God Bless you Charles on your journey Home.
Charles was my predecessor. When I took the job as Extension Director in Moore County, Charles soon walked in the office to congratulate me and offer his support. I’m glad I accepted his offer, because he was a true mentor, and gave honest caring advice. SInce his death, I have heard so many other stories from Extension agents from across the state about Charles’ generosity. Charles was stalwart and respected. His leadership and the examples he set will be missed, but I am sure, honored and remembered. I am glad he walk into the office that day, and I will always be grateful for his friendship.