Samuel Hammer, 89, of Taos passed away on December 15, 2006. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margie Hammer and grand daughter, Jennifer Montoya. He is survived by his children, Betty Trujillo (Pacomio), Ida Chavez (Eugenio), Ruth Montoya (Joe), Sammy Hammer, Jr (Diana). and Harvey Hammer (Mary Ann), brothers, George Hammer, Loren Hammer (Tomasita), Charlie Hammer (Antonia) Frank Hammer (Charlotte), brothers and sisters-in-laws, Manuel Martinez, Eddie Grant (Bessie), and Clarence Grant (Andra) and Mabel Torres, 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Evening service was held on December 17, 2006 at Rivera Chapel. Funeral service was held on December 18, 2006 at Ranchos Presbyterian Church. Interment was held at Descanso Cemetery.