After a courageous battle with cancer, Jean passed away at age 66 on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. Devoted wife of Michael for 36 years, loving mother of Lindsay Swidersky (Alex) and beloved Nana of Ethan. Jean was predeceased by her parents, Betty and Lou Hammond, and is also survived by her sister, Heather Saunders (Wayne), her brother, Neil Hammond (Isabel), her sister-in-law, Mary Ann Murray (David) and will be missed by her niece and nephews. Special thanks to Jean’s retired teaching friends, Eileen, Wendy, and Liz for their help and support. Thanks also to the Ti-Cat organization for reaching out to their number one fan. Visitation at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Avenue East, Hamilton, on Sunday, October 21, 2018 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, October 22, 2018 at 11 a.m. with the reception to follow. The family would appreciate donations to The Bob Kemp Hospice, www.kemphospice.org.