Jeff Hammon

John Jeffrey Hammon was involved in a terrible vehicle accident down Highway 263 on the night of July 14, 2022. Surrounded by his closest family, Jeff succumbed to his injuries on the early morning of July 15. Jeff was born February 27, 1982 to Johnny and Donna Hammon in Yreka, California. He was the middle sibling to Sheri and Jenny. Jeff attended Montague Elementary School from K-8th grade and then Yreka High School graduating with the class of 2000. The summer after graduation, Jeff gained employment with Crawford Logging where his dad was also employed. Jeff loved everything about logging from a young age, so when he went to work right after high school, being in the woods was no surprise and a natural fit. Jeff loved to work and was a person who could operate any piece of equipment. He thoroughly enjoyed operating a masticating machine, for Premier Clearing, which allowed him to remain in the timber industry, but was different from logging. When he transitioned to a new job, Jeff's masticator was transferred to his nephew Derek, who is still operating it today. Most recently, Jeff was employed by West Coast Paving where he enjoyed working alongside his brother-in-law Ryan. In 2004, Jeff married Wendy Layton, a marriage with strong family ties, but unfortunately it did not last. In 2005, Jeff and his family experienced the loss of his dad, Johnny. This was devastating to many, especially Jeff as he and his dad were best friends. In 2009 Jeff met and married Marsha Bridwell. Jeff loved both of Marsha's sons, Josh and Hayden, and was proud to be their step-dad. Though that marriage did not last, the relationship with his step-son's and brother-in-law, Michael Bridwell and his family, remained strong. Jeff spent most of his time down river, it was a place of peace, enjoyment, and a way he could get away from the busy life. Much of his river time was spent at the home of his aunt and uncle, Tim & Mandi Stone. Jeff loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed playing games, crib, corn-hole, darts, and horseshoes. He loved to fish, hunt, camp, and do anything outdoors. He had a fun sense of humor, though quiet and stealthy, Jeff held his own when it came to practical jokes and pranks. Jeff had deep relationships with people, many childhood friends are still his friends today. Brandon Rettmann and Wayne Johnson were two of Jeff's "partners in crime" even into adulthood. Jeff is preceded in death by his dad, Johnny; his grandpas, Lawrence "Duane" Hammon, Donald Tisserand and Edward Jones. He is survived by his mom, Donna Hammon (Vernon Layton); sisters, Sheri (Ryan West) and Jenny (Eric Dooley); grandparents, Bernice Hammon and Sharon Jones; nieces Charlie West and Kimber Dooley; great-niece Oakley West; nephews, Derek West, Luke West (Natalie), and Bryant Dooley; step-sons, Josh Scala and Hayden Parkinson; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other people Jeff considered family. Memorial contributions can be made to his dad's memorial, the JOHNNY HAMMON MEMORIAL HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT. Please make checks payable to Sheri West, 747 Cedar St., Yreka, CA 96097. Jeff's celebration of life is being postponed due to the ongoing fire situation around the north county. An announcement of services will come at a future date. Jeff always helped anyone who needed it. He had infectious hugs, a devious twinkle, and a smile that we will miss but never forget.

Jeff Hammon

February 27, 1982 - July 15, 2022