Obituary of Joseph D. Hamm Jr.

Joseph D. Hamm, 49, of Iowa City, Iowa, died Friday, January 31, 2014, at his home. Joseph was born October 2, 1964, in Grant County, IN; son of Joseph D. and Rita J. Hamm. He attended Mississinewa High School and worked at the University of Iowa Hospitals from 1989 – 2013. Prior to coming to Iowa City, Joe served a short time in the U.S. Army. His family includes his father, Joseph Hamm, Sr. of CA; siblings, Dennis Hawkins of Campbell County, WY, Chris Hawkins of Grant County, IN and Lori Hamm of CA; niece, Krystal Hensley and nephews, Jayson and Jacob Hawkins. Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Rita J. Hamm and brother, Jay C. Hawkins. Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City, Iowa, assisted with cremation services. No local services will be held. A memorial service will be held later this year. Online condolences can be sent to his family at www.gayandciha.com.