She was born in Cottondale, Florida on June 18, 1947 to the late Myrtle Whitehead Tindell and Leroy Tindell. Gertrude was married to the late James P. Hamm, Sr.; they were married for 50 years. Together they lived in Columbus, Georgia. She was a teacher for many years at Edgewood Christian School. Gertrude loved her family, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her and especially loved her.
Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents, Myrtle and Leroy Tindell and her husband, James P. Hamm, Sr. and her son-in-law, Tim Starley.
She is survived by her children: Penny Williamson, Terri Turvin and her husband Tony Turvin, James Hamm Jr. and his wife, Lisa Hamm, and Angel Starley; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 11:00 AM in Parkhill Cemetery with Dr. Marty O. Wynn officiating. Family will visit with friends at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 from 10:00 AM until time of the service with a procession into Parkhill Cemetery at time of the service.
