Charles E. Hammack, 77, passed away Dec. 31, 2016 at the Avalon Village of Ligonier.

He was born on Sept. 21, 1939 in Poca, W. Va. to Henry and Cordelia Hammack.

He is survived by his four daughters: Penny (John) Lehman, Cromwell; Doreen Hammack, Ocala, Fla.; Dawn Hursey, Ligonier; and Darlene Hammack, Fort Wayne.  Nine grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren also survive.

He was preceded by his wife, Mardell; his parents; three sisters; two children; and one great grandson.

Services will be held at noon Monday, Jan. 2  at the Ligonier Church of the Nazarene, with calling from 10-noon.  Pastor John Lutton will officiate.

Burial will be at the Graceland cemetery in Claypool.

Services arranged by Eastlund Funeral Home.