Gladys M. (Smith) Hammond, 89, of Hanson, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026

Gladys was born on September 9, 1937, in Linden, Nova Scotia, Canada, where she lived until her marriage to her beloved husband of 63 years, Samuel Hammond, brought her to Hanson.

Throughout the years, Gladys was an active member of the Hanson community. She generously gave her time to her church, The First Baptist of Hanson, serving on numerous committees. Over the years she was also involved with the Hanson Senior Center, Hanson Meals on Wheels, and the Elmer R. Hammond Post 226 Legion Auxiliary.

Gladys had a special love for baking, often sharing her homemade treats with family and friends. She also had an amazing talent for knitting and crocheting, creating beautiful handmade items that she lovingly shared with family, friends, and various organizations.

Gladys is survived by her husband, Samuel G. Hammond of Hanson; her son Russell Hammond and fiancée, Denise Pilling of Pembroke, MA; her daughter Lisa (Hammond) Whitman and her husband Kevin of Taunton, MA; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents, Utley and Greta Smith, and her brother and sister-in-law Darrell and Hattie Smith, all of Linden, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Gladys will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Her loving heart, gentle kindness, and the warmth she shared so freely will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Visiting hours will be held in the Leighton-MacKinnon Funeral Home 4 West Washington St.(Corner of Rte. 58) Hanson on Saturday October 24th, 2026 from 3 - 6 PM with a service in the Funeral Home at 6 PM. Relatives and friends respectfully invited ,to attend. A private burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gladys's memory may be made to the Elmer R. Hammond Post 226 American Legion.