Marshall Hammersley

Marshall Hammersley passed away peacefully on October 27th at the age of 88. He was born on April 16, 1935 (too close to tax day for him) on the south side of Chicago. As a child of the depression era, he started working at a young age and continued to work until his late 70’s.

Marshall went to Hyde Park High School and left two years early to go to college. He graduated with a degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois and later received his MBA from the University of Chicago. Marshall loved numbers. He became a CPA and a member of Mensa. He held executive positions in consulting and manufacturing, and then at the age of 50, Marshall pivoted and became a financial advisor. He truly enjoyed the stock market and working with people. His favorite job ever, though, came in his youth delivering salami for his grandfather, who was a butcher, in the 1940’s.

Marshall married Shirley Rosenthal in November of 1960 at the South Shore Temple. They lived in Wilmette until Marshall's retirement brought them to The Mather in Evanston. Marshall and Shirley relished traveling, especially on cruises, all around the globe. Marshall also enjoyed playing tennis for decades. Shirley and Marshall also loved going to the symphony, musicals, theater, and great restaurants. Marshall was also an avid Chicago sports fan and went to a 1959 White Sox World Series game.

Shirley passed away six years ago. Marshall is survived by his children, Howard (Tami), Bruce (Carol), and Susan, as well as six grandchildren: Michael, Scott (Hannah), Lauren, Paige, Jessica, and Evan. The Hammersley family would like to thank Rommie and Ola for the terrific care he received over the last few years.

Friends and family will gather for a memorial service for Marshall that will be held on Friday, November 3rd, 2023 at 12PM at The Mather, 450 Davis Street, Evanston, Illinois with shiva to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Marshall’s name to your favorite charity.