Obituary of George L. Hammerstone

George L. Hammerstone, age 78, of Osage Beach, Missouri, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 in Osage Beach.

George was born January 29, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of George F. and Mildred (McCafferty) Hammerstone.   

George was married to the love of his life Mary Pat Kelleher on November 29, 1963 in Monsanto, Illinois. They shared 57 wonderful years together.

George’s grandchildren were the pride and joy of his life. The legacy of George's kind spirit, sense of humor, passion for cars, and zest for life will live on through them. He also enjoyed to sit and relax watching his favorite western movies. He was a dedicated family man and friend. All who knew George loved him and he will be missed but not forgotten.

George will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Hammerstone; sons Chris Hammerstone and wife Diane of Fulton, Missouri, Tim Hammerstone and wife Erin of Columbia, Missouri, and Mike Hammerstone and Heather of Osage Beach, Missouri; seven grandchildren; brother Denny Hammerstone and wife Lyn of St. Louis, Missouri; sister Esther St. Louis and husband Robert of Denning, New Mexico; and many other relatives and friends.

George was preceded in death by his parents George F. and Mildred Hammerstone; his son George Hammerstone; and two brothers Gary and David Hammerstone.

The family will hold a private Celebration of Life at a later date.