Ronald “Ron” Hammond, 63, of Carpentersville, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, following an eight-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Ron was born on November 26, 1962, in Elgin, Illinois, the son of Doyle and Carolyn Hammond. On December 29, 1995, he married Barbara J. Kohout, with whom he shared a life filled with love, family, and dedication. Ron owned and operated his own lawn care service for many years, working hard until his retirement.
An avid deer hunter, fisherman, and true outdoorsman, Ron had a deep passion for nature and all things outdoors. He cherished time spent with his family at Lake Carroll and was a loyal fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears. Above all, Ron was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose kindness and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Ron is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Hammond; his daughters, Katherine Hammond, Julia Hammond, and Faith Gonzalez; his mother, Carolyn Hammond; his sister, Beth (Robert) Klemm; and his lifelong friend, Kevin Duray. He was preceded in death by his father, Doyle Hammond, and brother, Keith Hammond
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., with a service beginning at 12:00 p.m., all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
Memorials may be directed to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
For further information, please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772, or leave online condolences at www.defiorefuneral.com.
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We send our deepest sympathy to all of Ron's family and friends. Both Barb and Ron know how much we love them. Rest in Peace Ron.
Barb, Katie and Julia I am sending you all my love and prayers your way. Ron was such an amazing man and will never be forgotten. May you all find comfort in knowing he is now at peace and watching over you. Love you!!! ~Mandy
Dear Barb, Katie and Julia, We send our deepest sympathies to you. Ron was a great friend and neighbor. We are blessed to have known him. May he RIP. All our best. With Love. Sherry, Dennis, Sean Dobson and Nikki, Teddy and Freya Kruzich
I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.