JH
Jack William Hammack
1980
Jack William Hammack Sr. served the U.S. Air Force for 4 years. Jack served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Edged weapon
What Happened
Deputy Jack Hammack was stabbed while transporting a prisoner to the doctor's office. The prisoner produced a knife and stabbed him. The prisoner then took his weapon and shot him as well. The prisoner was convicted and life without parole was added to his sentence.
Survivors
Deputy Hammack was survived by his wife and two children.
Service Record
U.S. Air Force
1967 – 1971
Conflicts
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Terrell County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff
In Our Keeping
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August 2, 2026
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