Edward Walter Hammarquist

Born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Evert and Anastasia (Chesnelewicz) Hammarquist, he was a longtime resident of Acushnet. Edward was graduate of New Bedford Vocational High School. After graduation, he began his lifelong career at the former New England Telephone Company, retiring in 1995.

Edward loved his family dearly, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family was always of the utmost importance to him. He was extremely committed to his children and grandchildren and always enjoyed family time. He was a patient, selfless and committed man. He enjoyed playing Checkers and was the Checkers Champion; he loved antique cars, model planes and ships. Ed was also the consummate handy man. He would fix anything and help anyone who needed a helping hand. There was nothing he could not fix. The one thing he did enjoy was a great cup of coffee at Dunkin or just his coffee time.

Edward is survived by his loving children, Deborah Hammarquist of Acushnet, Paula Sylvia and her husband Alan of Bourne, Jeffrey Hammarquist of Acushnet, Suzanne Hammarquist of Acushnet and Michael Hammarquist and his wife Janine of New Bedford; seven grandchildren, Cortney, Bobby, Brandon, Scotty, Joshua, Tyler and Brittany; six great-grandchildren, Vivienne, Vincent, Giada, Alanna, Isabella and Rowan; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Edwards honor may be made to: St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-1905.

A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 9:00AM in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02745 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00AM in St. Francis Xavier Church, 125 Main Street, Acushnet, MA 02743. Relatives and friends are invited. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00PM. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com