January 2, 1930 - July 31, 2023
Elma Hamm, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great[1]grandmother passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023, at the age of 93. She was born on January 2, 1930, in Foxwarren, Manitoba, and was the fourth child of Henry and Elizabeth Loewen.
Mom's unwavering faith and devotion in her love for God and family, along with her ability to form deep and meaningful friendships wherever she went, characterized her personality. Elma was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Elizabeth Loewen, brothers Henry, Abe, Tony, Ike and sisters Mary Loewen and Elsie Fiddler.
She is survived by her brothers Dan, Dave, Gordon and sisters Betty Born and Ruth Harder.
Elma issurvived by her husband, of 70 years,John Hamm, daughters: Lorraine (Jonathan) Ratzlaff, Carolyn (Charles) Labun, sons Tony (Agnes) Hamm and Lawrence Hamm.
10 grandchildren: Melissa (Mark), Jordan (Alicia), Stephanie (Cameron), Andrea (Quinton), Jameson (Samantha), Carl, Christopher (Bailey), Laura (Joel), Shelley (Jason), and Bobby (Chelsea) and 22 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services to honor Elma's life were held on August 14, 2023.
Elma's legacy of love, faith, and friendship will forever be cherished by all who knew her.
May she rest in peace, knowing she left an indelible mark on the hearts of her loved ones.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com for the Hamm family.