Murlin R. Hammond, 86, passed away Friday October 9, 2026 at his home due to chronic health concerns.
He was born March 16, 1940 in Rochester to the late Clarence and Vera (Brown) Hammond. On March 7, 1964 in Rochester, he married the former Carol L. VanOrman, who predeceased him in February of 2026.
Murlin was a graduate of Livonia Central School class of 1959. He enlisted in the US Air Force in 1963 served four years and was honorably discharged in 1967. For several years he was employed at SUNY Alfred in the housekeeping department in cleaning and maintenance. He eventually furthered his education by receiving an Associate’s degree in Computer Science in 1998.
Outside of work he was an avid model train enthusiast and woodworker.
Murlin is survived by a daughter Janine (Joseph) Archer of Denham Springs, La. Three sons, Timothy (Sharyl) Hammond of Canisteo, Brian (MaryLynn) Hammond of Cranberry, Pa. and Michael Hammond of Bowling Green KY. 10 Grandchidren, Alyssa, Andrew, Emily, Erica, Alexis, Ainsley, Haley, Madyson, Desiree and Brooke, great grandchildren, Briggs, Ellie, Lainey, Charlie, Wesley, John, Grace, Greyson and Leeland
The family will receive friends Friday October 16th from 1-3 pm at the H.P. Smith & Son, Inc. Funeral Home in Canisteo, where a memorial service will take place immediately following calling hours at 3:00 pm. Private interment will be made at Bath National Cemetery, Bath, NY
Memorial contributions may be made to the Canisteo Fire Dept. 14 South Main St. Canisteo, NY 14823.
A full and complete obituary can be read online along with shared condolences and memories at hpsmithandsonfuneralhome.com
