Stephen E. Hammers

Stephen E. Hammers, 80 years old, of Farmington, MO, entered eternal rest on March 10, 2026, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital. He was born March 19, 1945, in Doe Run, MO to Jesse A. and Maudie V. (Rice) Hammers.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years Phoebe “Cathy” (Edgar) Hammers of Farmington, daughters Samantha (Robert “Rocky”) Rhoades of Beloit, WI, Tammy (the late George) Reinhold, of Prairie Du Rocher, IL, Rhonda (Graham) Dobbs, of Barnhart, MO, and Gina (David) Montgomery of Hopkinsville, KY; grandchildren Cody Hammers, Erin Donjon, Caroline Attema, Jacob Montgomery, Gretchen Dobbs, and Ian Montgomery; great-grandchildren Braylee and Joshua Whelan; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to his parents, Steve was preceded in death by his brothers James, Carl, and Chester Hammers, and his sisters Edith Turner and Linda Berger.

Steve was a retiree of Mississippi Lime Co. in Ste. Genevieve. Throughout his life, he enjoyed an array of hobbies, including motorcycles, golf, guitars, puzzles, and garage sales. He was known for his quick wit and humor; was a gifted gardener; an avid birdwatcher; and treasured his many dogs and cats throughout the years, as well as his horse, Dolly. Above all, Steve’s greatest joy was simply spending time with his beloved family and friends, who will miss him dearly.

A private graveside service and celebration of life will be held at a later date. If desired, donations may be made to the Farmington Pet Adoption Center, P.O. Box 45, Farmington, MO 63640, or at Farmingtonpet.org.