Martin (Marty) R. Hamm, 77 of Leavenworth, died Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at home. He was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, March 13, 1944 to Donald and Madeline (Gomel) Hamm.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother; Gary Hamm and his daughter; Amanda Hamm.

Martin is survived by his wife; Candace Hamm (Ramsey) four sons Donny (Lori), Danny (Tami), Andrew and Jeremiah (Leslie) Hamm, his sister Tegwin Shannon, brothers in law Danny (Marilyn) Willis, Dave (Friday) Ramsey, sisters in law Christie (Don) Elliott and Cheri (Jeff) Shepard as well as many grandkids and great grandkids.

Marty excelled in all sports in the St. Joseph school district until graduation in 1962 from Lafayette high school. After graduation Marty served in the Marine Corps and completed multiple tours in Vietnam. Years later he moved to Leavenworth and made many cherished friends. Marty enjoyed telling stories and making others laugh, he enjoyed playing cards, watching sports and talking about the good old days.

An informal memorial service will be held at Eddie’s, 1101 Spruce, Leavenworth, Kansas at one o’clock Sunday, March 13, 2022. A formal service with military honors will be scheduled, TBD.