Delia Ann Hammons

December 27, 1935 - May 1, 2021

Our mother, grandmother and great grandmother (Gigi), Delia Ann Hammons, born on the 27th, of December, 1935 in Abilene Texas, lived a life of adventure and passion that has enriched the lives of those around her. She passed away, surrounded by loved ones, in Sacramento, California on May 1, 2021, the 12th Day of Ridvan, at the age of 85. The usual details of where she lived or worked seem trivial when considering her bright, strong personality and qualities. She was passionate about helping others and defending against anything she felt was wrong and was always ready with a sympathetic ear. She was generous to a fault and her genuine kindness and fierce warmth will be greatly missed. Our mom found the Baha’i Faith and passionately believed in the principles set forth by Baha’u’llah, like elimination of all prejudices, universal education and the equality of men and women. She believed in serving mankind to make the world a bet-ter place and put this into action countless times. She served the Baha'i community as well in many ways: secretary, newsletter editor, hostess, and as an active and enthusiastic participant, to name a few. Our mom loved with her WHOLE heart, fiercely. She loved being a mom, was a devoted friend and her hearts desire was to share her deep faith with others! She was a fighter who never gave up... even in the face of debilitating pain from a teenage injury that plagued her her entire life. She loved hiking, camping and oh yes swimming (and splashing)! She was a mountain woman to her very core. Creating beautiful foods, beautiful quilts, and especially beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. We will so miss her huge spirit, warm heart and wonderful enthusiasm. Her laugh was something to hear, and see! Often defusing difficult or painful moments with humor. Mom overcame the odds, struggled to support & raise her daughters, mostly alone. It was often us against the world, and she trudged on with a strong determination and no plans to surrender - ever! Like when she became the first woman in her family to achieve a college degree at almost 50 years old. She was a loving, loyal, feisty, fun, sincere soul who took on each step of life’s journey, bravely and with huge style! Even in her final years, when she was unable to care for herself, she still worked to be cheerful and encouraging to others in the home she shared with them. She is so loved and so cherished in the hearts of those she touched! She was blessed not only to have a wide circle of friends who loved and en-joyed her but also a large family whose lives she so enriched. She leaves her legacy in her descendants: 5 daughters, 10 grandchildren and soon to be 12 great grandchildren. Delia tried her whole life, never quitting, to be loving, helpful, and to support those around her. Her beautiful heart, perseverance and sheer grit are qualities we all hope to emulate! Donations in Delia’s Name; Mom often volunteered to help her neighbors and community. She loved volunteering with the Food Bank of Nevada County and for years served on the Board of Directors. Donations to the Food Bank of Nevada County can we made in Delia’s name at: www.fbnn.org