DONALD W. HAMMER, Gloucester High School Alumni Class of 1950

DONALD W. HAMMER 7/12/30-3/17/09

United States Marine Corps-Retired

First Lieutenant Donald W. Hammer, passed away on March 17, 2009 peacefully at his home in Millsboro, Delaware.

Lieutenant Hammer, a graduate of the Gloucester City High School Class of 1950 was an original member of the \”Four Horsemen\” for the football team and a track star. He served his country with honor, dignity, and valor for 27 years, receiving numerous commendations, including the Purple Heart and Army Commendation Medal.

He is survived by his loving and caring wife of more than 50 years, Virginia Todd Hammer, also a Gloucester High graduate, Class of 1950, two sons, Michael and Donald, their spouses Phyllis and Ellen, and four outstanding grandchildren, Jason, Sean, Alexandra, and Kathryn Ellen. Thank you, Dad for your service to our country. Semper Fidelis.