Russell Hammond (13 Aug 1966 - 15 Sep 2023)
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In loving memory of Russell Hammond who sadly passed away on 15th September 2023:
My "little" brother passed away on Friday (15/09/2023) at the age of 57.
Russell has had his health problems over the years and following a recent hospital stay seemingly had this under control.
He was found by neighbours peacefully sitting in a chair almost as if he was doing what he liked best watching a film or some obscure TV programme that he would write about on here from time to time.
The neighbours I spoke to have all said they will miss his laughing - he could be heard in his flat watching some comedy probably whilst they were walking down the street!
Russell, loved his Film, Music and books, and could usually be found most free days - at the Odeon cinema (sometimes going for a marathon 4 films in a day - he said to me it was cheaper than putting the heating on!!!
He was our very own "Barry Norman" (google that name if you don't understand!).
Now if he wasn't there in the Odeon the Library would be another place that was frequented - in particular to annoy Atilla the Librarian! (you know who you are !!), only in jest - they would share a spoons breakfast or carvery almost monthly ( a monthly Hinge and Bracket meeting where they were main protagonists !!).
He liked to help, and support with encouragement friends in their endeavours in the music, comedy and acting professions, many kind words and comments from those he touched and reached out to over the years can be seen on social media and in the cards we have received.
His likes and dislikes!!
Likes (all things that are bad for him!):
Nutella
Sausages
Cheese
Rum ( Kraken and Captain Morgan's)
Dislikes
Cabbage / Greens (stories to be told at funeral ( if I remember)
People on phones / talking in Cinema
Spiders (colleagues at Hamelin Trust)
Russell walked everywhere never wanted to drive something to do with how people drive when he was a passenger!
Thankyou ALL for being his friends and support network over the years we / I very very much appreciate and value you as I know he did.
Sweet dreams little brother - RIP
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Rest in peace, Dear mate. So long my friend. Ta ta for Now. Hope there are burgers, fries, spaghetti, pizza and sweat sodas up there in heaven.
Love from Norway <3
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Collected from the Donation box and cards at the Funeral service. Thank you to all that came and watched on line God bless you all. XXXX
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Rest well Russell xx
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Rip my friend you will be missed ❤️
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RIEP Russell. You gave so much to people you cared for: -You was always the fist person Shane sought out when he stayed at the house, and fun & laughter could always be heard when he found you. You will be sorely missed. A heartfelt thanks to you x. We hope people's caring thoughts help give your family & friends strength at this sad time x
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This message and the candle below is in loving memory from Shane Polkinghorn and his family x
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RIP Russell and my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult and sad time
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Sleep well Russell until we meet again
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Donation in memory of Russell from all his friends on 4thDimension, Russell will be missed by all 700 members he gave so much to many rest in peace
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Russell, you were a truly lovely man with a heart of gold. You are very missed.
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Dear hairy we were friends for over 30 years. You made me laugh so much and we teased each other all the time but we were very fond of each other. I will miss you always ❤️
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God Bless.
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Dear Russell
You gave so much to so many and touched their lives
You made a difference may you rest in peace and rise in glory
God bless sleep tight x
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In memory of Russell, who was a much loved colleague and friend.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
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Sleep Tight my friend
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R.I.P my lovely friend, not a day went by when we didn't have a chin wag, I am going to miss our chats ( but not the dreadful jokes lol ) I hope they feed you lots of Sausages up there, sleep tight my friend till we meet again.
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