William "Ray" Hamm, age 59 of Russellville, passed away Thursday June 23, 2011. Visitation will be Wednesday 29, 2011 from 12-2pm at Elkins East of Center Star, with services at 2pm in the Chapel with James Lee officiating. Burial will be at Barkley Cemetery William "Ray" is survived by Tallen Wayne Carden (grandson). One son, Steven Hamm. Three daughters, Samantha Hamm, Amanda Shanks and Christy Hamm. Three brothers, Larry Hamm, Barry Hamm and Tim Hamm. Four sisters, Barbara Mitchell, Mittie Dickey, Jennifer White and Patricia Rodgers. Twelve grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A special friend Lou Ann Dossett. William "Ray" was preceded by his mother and father Paul and Ruth Hamm, brother David Hamm, sisters Syble Ellis, Alice Robinson and Freda Adams. He enjoyed riding, breaking horses as well as trading them and farming. Elkins East Chapel would like to invite you to sign the online registar at elkinsfh.com