Paul M. Hamm

Paul M. Hamm, Sr., 88 formerly of Strausstown died in the home of his daughter, Joan L. wife of Clarence Bailey of Promise City, Iowa on June 13th, 2012. Paul was the husband of Anna F. (Woerner) Hamm also of Promise City, Iowa. He was born in Albany Township and was the son of the late Clarence R. and Elsie M. (Merkel) Hamm. Paul was a 1942 graduate of Slatington High School. He worked for Anthony's Feed Mill in Strausstown for 30 years. He then worked as a custodian for Ridgewood Associates in Wyomissing for 16 years retiring in 2002. He was a member of Zion Blue Mountain U.C.C., Strausstown. Paul was a former member of Union Fire Company #1, Hamburg, Shartlesville Fire Company and Strausstown Fire Company. He is also survived by 3 sons, Dennis R. husband of Elaine Hamm of Shartlesville, Paul M., Jr. husband of June Hamm of Shoemakersville and Roger A. husband of Linda Hamm of Shartlesville. In addition he is survived by 2 brothers, John C. Hamm of Beaumont, Texas and James D. Hamm of Kempton, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by 1 sister and 1 brother. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM from the Zion Blue Mountain U.C.C., 6573 Old 22, Strausstown, PA. A viewing will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the church. A viewing will also be held on Monday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, 40 S. 4th Street, Hamburg, PA. 19526. Burial will be in Strausstown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Zion Blue Mountain U.C.C. 6573 Old 22, Strausstown, Pa. 19559 Online condolences may be expressed at www.burkeydriscoll.com