Stephen E. Hammers

Stephen E. Hammers, 80, of Farmington, Missouri, passed away on March 10, 2026, at Mercy Jefferson Hospital. Born on March 19, 1945, in Doe Run, Missouri, to Jesse A. and Maudie V. (Rice) Hammers, he lived a full life marked by quiet dedication and simple pleasures.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Phoebe “Cathy” (Edgar) Hammers of Farmington; his daughters, Samantha (Robert “Rocky”) Rhoades of Beloit, Wisconsin, Tammy (the late George) Reinhold of Prairie Du Rocher, Illinois, Rhonda (Graham) Dobbs of Barnhart, Missouri, and Gina (David) Montgomery of Hopkinsville, Kentucky; 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 retired from Mississippi Lime Co. in Ste. Genevieve. He found joy in motorcycles, golf, playing guitar, working puzzles, and exploring garage sales. A gifted gardener and avid bird watcher, he also cherished the many dogs, cats, and his horse Dolly that shared his life. Above all, he treasured quiet moments spent with his beloved family and friends, who will miss his quick wit and warm humor.