LeRoy James Hamm, Jr. , affectionately known as "Buddy", 78, of Fredericksburg, VA, departed this life peacefully on December 6, 2021 at Mary Washington Hospital.

Buddy was predeceased by his parents, LeRoy, Sr. and Josephine Hamm; his brother, Mack Hamm; and his foster son, Theodore "Teddy"/"Pie" Turner.

He leaves to cherish his memory and legacy, his wife, Carole J. Hamm; his daughter, AnnYoz M. Hamm; his son, Corey J. Hamm (LaTina); his grandchildren, Jasmine A. Tyler and Christian J. Hamm; and his great grandson, Jahari A. Tyler. Buddy is also survived by his sister, Deborah Hamm; and his brothers, Van Hamm (Lauren), and Richard Hamm (Ann). His survivors also include two nephews, Marqis Hamm (Shannon) and Joseph LeCoy Hunter, Sr. (Jennifer); and his niece, Andrea Hamm. Buddy is also survived by his great nieces, great nephews, many cousins, extended family members and close friends.

A viewing will be held at A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and one hour before the funeral service. A funeral service will be held at Fredericksburg Baptist Church on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM. Click here to view a live streaming of the funeral service. Click here to view the funeral service program. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations please be made to the LeRoy Hamm Memorial Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 93, Fredericksburg, VA 22404. The interment will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens.