David Karl Hammatt Obituary (2024)

David Karl Hammatt, 61, of Yakima, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, in Yakima, WA. He was born August 26, 1963, in Wurzburg, Germany to Edward and Carol (Waddell) Hammatt. His dad was in the U.S. Army, serving in Germany, and came stateside at the age of 2. David followed his dads footsteps by joining the military but serving in the U.S. Navy. David was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana and played the trumpet in the band at St. Paul School in Covington, Louisiana. While serving in the U.S. Navy, he was stationed in Oahu, Hawaii and Adak, Alaska, and served in Diego Garcia. He enjoyed listening to Christian Music, going for drives, hikes, and bike rides throughout the Pacific Northwest, as well as going up into the mountains with his wife Shari. He was a foodie, loved playing poker and watching movies at the movie theater. He collected traditional German Beer Steins and once owned over 100 steins. He enjoyed being around people and learning about their day, sometimes giving them a hard time at coffee shops, restaurants, and anywhere he could give someone a laugh. David came to love the Lord back in 2003 and was baptized in Lake Padden, WA. He loved Jesus and people so much that he graciously served in the church as the Greeter Serve Team Leader. His faith never faltered and loved Jesus until the end. He always gathered the ones he loved and held them close to his heart. David is survived by his wife Shari; mother, Carol Dover; father, Edward Hammatt Jr; daughters, Mikayla Schmitt, Jessica Schmitt, Rachel Feitler. He is preceded in death by his sister, Sherri Hammatt. Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Stone Church Selah (659 N Wenas Road, Selah). Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com