Theresa Ann “Terry” Hamm-Marchlenski, 72, of Wheeling, WV, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 26, 2026 at Liza’s Place.
She was born December 4, 1953 in Wheeling, a daughter of the late William Vernon and Elsie Ann (Ely) Hamm. Terry was a Catholic by faith. She was a Mount de Chantal Visitation Academy graduate and then attended West Liberty. Terry was a dedicated employee of her family’s business, Hubco Bronze, LLC for more than 20 years before retiring as the Chief Executive Officer.
Terry made history as the first female president of the American Foundry Society, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women in the industry. A committed community member, Terry was an active participant in the Wheeling Rotary and held the position of Treasurer for the Wildlife League of Ohio County, demonstrating her steadfast devotion to civic service.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Carol and her husband Keith Sorge; her paternal grandparents, William and Mary Hamm; her maternal grandmother, Virginia Ely and one nephew, W. Curtis Hamm.
She is lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her husband of 23 years, John Marchlenski; her sister, Claire (Deron) Lemasters; two brothers, William “Bill” Hamm and Karl (Diana) Hamm; nieces and nephews, Heather (Brian) Main, Stefanie (Emily) Lemasters, Michael Hamm, Daniel Hamm and Amanda Hamm, as well as a wide circle of family and friends who cherished her warmth and strength.
Family and friends will be received Friday, October 30, 2026 from 4-8 pm, with a 7:30 vigil service at Altmeyer Funeral Homes, Elm Grove Chapel, 154 Kruger St., Wheeling. Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 10 am at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Please help to honor the life of Terry with a contribution made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in ℅ www.tmcfunding.com.
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