Parris Rucker Hammond

Parris Rucker Hammond, 97, of Salem, VA passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

He was born on March 17, 1929, a son of the late George and Bessie Hammond. He was a lifelong proud resident of Salem.

He is survived by his wife, Lois T. Hammond; a son, Steven “Steve” Hammond; three grandchildren, Allison, John, and Kate Hammond; and brother, Bill Hammond.

He served in the US Army during the Korean War and achieved the rank of Sergeant First Class. He loved farming in Floyd County, raising and selling cattle and vegetables. He loved watching baseball.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at CommUNITY Church in Salem with Pastor Thomas McCracken officiating.

A special thanks to his loving caregivers, Angela and Herman Russell, Megan Cook, Lisa Deyerle, Nicole Cunningham – Taylor, Brian Woolwine, and Natalie Hicks.

If you would like to make a donation in Parris’ memory, please consider CommUNITY Church, 1923 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153.