James E. Hammond

Olean- James E. Hammond “Retired Home Depot Appliance Salesman”

James E. Hammon of 13th Street passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital following an illness.

James was born on November 15, 1952, in Olean, NY and was the son of Edward R. and Beatrice R. Blackwell Hammond.

James graduated from Archbishop Walsh in 1970. He then went on to earn his bachelor’s degree at Gannon University. James had worked at Clark Brothers and Allegany Beverage for several years before he began at Home Depot in 2007, where he would work until his retirement in the summer of 2024. James was a former member of St. Bonaventure Church. He enjoyed playing softball for Kamery’s Meats and playing golf. James also enjoyed watching Buffalo Bills, Sabres, and Seahawks games.

James is survived by three godchildren, Amanda L. (Josh) Larrabee of Olean, Alexander R. (Kelsie) Simon of Olean, Barbara A. (Robert) Rosatti of North Towanda, a sister, Colleen of Allegany and nieces and nephews.

James was predeceased by his parents.

A memorial gathering will be held on Monday, November 16th, 2026 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, 646 East State Street, Olean, 14760. Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Summit Center at, 150 Stahl Rd. Getzille NY, 16068.