Wilfred Allen Hammond

Wilfred Allen Hammond, age 87, of Farmer, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 22, 2024 surrounded by his family.

Mr. Hammond was born in Asheboro on January 2, 1937 to Robert and Edith Hammond. He was a graduate of Farmer High School and NC State University (Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity) with a degree in civil engineering. Mr. Hammond was a member of Collegiate ROTC and served 8 years with the Army Reserves with a final rank of Captain. He worked for and was co-owner of J. Hyatt Hammond Architects and Engineers. Mr. Hammond was a life-long member of the Farmer Community, a member of Farmer Methodist Church and a founding member and volunteer of the Farmer Fire Department.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Hammond was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Joel (Rusty) Thomas; daughter-in-law, Gayle Hammond; brothers, Keith Hammond and Hyatt Hammond.

Mr. Hammond is survived by his wife, Doris Hammond; children, Camela Nixon (Mike) of Asheboro, Jonathan Hammond of Mt. Horeb, WI; grandchildren, Tucker Thomas (Kayla), Rachel Long (Aaron), Anika Templeton (Riley) and Matthew Hammond; great grandchild, Hyatt Long; caregiver, Marcie Hunt.

The family will receive friends Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at Farmer Methodist Church. Funeral services will follow at 2:30 pm with Rev. Bobby Lorton officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Farmer Fire Department, 6881 Old NC Hwy 49, Denton, NC 27239.

Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro is serving the Hammond family.