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Timothy Michael Hand, Jr.

Published: November 26, 2013 30 Condolences

Timothy

1982 – 2013

Putnam, CT – Timothy M. Hand, Jr., 31, of Church St. passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013 at Day Kimball Hospital. He was the loving husband of Marie (Trudo) Hand and the proud expectant father of their child due in January.  Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of Timothy and Joyce (Lemay) Hand of Pascoag, RI.

A native of Burrillville, Timothy attended Burrillville High School and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Pascoag Council 383.  Most recently, he was a student at Johnson & Wales studying Culinary Nutrition and a Chef at Costantino’s Ristorante in Providence, RI.  Timothy immersed himself and those he loved in cooking, gardening, science, hiking, music, and travel.  His passion for life and the natural world around him was, and continues to be, an inspiration to all who knew and loved him.

In addition to his wife and parents, Timothy is survived by his brother, Jonathan Hand, wife Sabrina and son Dolan of Johnston, RI; sisters Rebecca Hand of Pascoag, and Elizabeth Hand and son James Lubas of Pascoag. He also leaves relatives in law: John and Elaine Trudo of Thompson, CT; Leah Trudo of Thompson; Anne Carraher, husband Michael and children Benjamin, Meghan, and Goddaughter Lauren of Dayville, CT.

Calling hours will be held from 5:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, November 29, 2013 at the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, CT.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 10:30 am at St. Patrick Church, 45 Harrisville Main St, Harrisville, RI 02830 (meeting directly at church).  Burial will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, Pascoag, RI.  For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

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Condolence Messages

  1. Michael Lubas

    November 26, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’m lost for words. Your families have been in our thoughts and prayers.

  2. Chris Saunders

    November 26, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    My deepest sympathy in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  3. Kathy Ewart

    November 26, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    My deepest sympathies to Tims wife and his entire family. Tim was a wonderful person. He was a kind and gentle soul with a zest for life. I am sure that when you look in that tiny baby’s eyes Tim will be looking back at you.

  4. maureen demarais

    November 26, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    my deepest sympathy

  5. maureen demarais

    November 26, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    my deepest condolences to the family. Tim will always be remembered at the Rite Aide distribution. Where he has touched so many us, whether he was telling a weekend story or cooking up some great recipe. too young too sad! RIP TIM (TIMBO)

  6. Lisa Kingsley

    November 26, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    Shocking and unfair this life can be.
    My prayers and thoughts go out to all of the Hand family, extended families and friends. This has been a very sad year for the Hand family.
    Tim has left the arms of loved ones here on earth…find comfort in knowing he has been greeted in Heaven and is not alone. R.I.P

  7. Chris Turley

    November 26, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    We are so sorry for the tragic loss of our cousin, we will keep all of the family in our prayers.

    Chris and Ann Turley

  8. Jeannette Vilnit

    November 26, 2013 at 8:36 pm

    I’m so very sorry for your loss, Marie. It is surely a most difficult time for you.

  9. Gabrielle Fugere

    November 26, 2013 at 10:06 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find strength and hope in those newborns eyes. Love to the whole family.

  10. Molly Peabody

    November 26, 2013 at 11:35 pm

    Tim was an amazing person, truly one of a kind. Ill miss the light you brought to the room and the smile on your face. My heart and thoughts go out to your family and friends at difficult time, you will always be in our hearts

  11. Allyson Kingsley

    November 27, 2013 at 8:01 am

    This has been a devastating year especially for the Hand family. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you all. My prayers especially to his wife Marie. May God comfort you and the baby

  12. John and Francis Angier

    November 27, 2013 at 8:02 am

    My father and I offer you our most sincere condolences on your great loss, Marie. Please be assured that our prayers are with you during this difficult time. You will have a beautiful and lasting legacy of your dear husband in the person of the child you will receive into the world in January. We will all trust in the Lord to give you comfort and consolation in this time of grief and loss. God Bless you and your forthcoming child as you mourn the loss of your good husband.

  13. Anne Marie Kennedy

    November 27, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Marie,
    Please know my prayers are with you and your beautiful baby.
    May our good and loving God give you the great gift of peace!
    Anne Marie

    (Amanda’s mom)

  14. Ed Nickles

    November 27, 2013 at 8:48 am

    Dear Marie. We are so sorry to hear of your lose. May god bless you and your family and give you the strength and courage to remain strong thorugh this terrible ordeal. May god bless you and watch over you.

    Ed Nickles and your friends at Watertown Plastics Inc.

  15. Denise King

    November 27, 2013 at 8:54 am

    Marie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  16. Kelly (Gaulin) Silverman

    November 27, 2013 at 9:23 am

    Tim-You will be greatly missed by all. Thanks for all the high and grade school memories. You are the sweetest person. RIP, Tim, until we meet again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  17. Erin Snay

    November 27, 2013 at 9:25 am

    My sincere condolences to you Marie and Tim’s entire extended family. I will forever be grateful for the life lessons Tim has taught me~ put love into all that you do. He influenced us all and touched the hearts of all he knew. Tim will forever dance his dance of love shining down on all of us.

  18. Priscilla Dowd

    November 27, 2013 at 10:38 am

    Know that God is with you in a very close and dear relationship at this time Marie, and he will carry you through.
    I am so sorry for your loss.

  19. David & Juanita Wessel

    November 27, 2013 at 3:21 pm

    Wife and I very sorry for the loss.

  20. Jamie & Tom Soroka

    November 27, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    We are deeply sad to hear about the passing of Tim. Shocked like all, in fact. He had a free spirit that anyone would be lucky to have come in contact with their whole life. We are lucky to be counted as two of those people. Our deepest sympathy to his family at this difficult time. May warm memories of Tim carry your hearts through this difficult time.

  21. David & Juanita Wessel

    November 27, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    Wife and I are very to hear of your loss.

  22. Lorraine Cotte

    November 27, 2013 at 8:19 pm

    Marie,I am so sorry for the sorrow that you are dealing with.I pray God will give you all the strength and support you need.
    I am very saddened about what has happened. I liked Tim very much.He was always a pleasant guy.Enjoyed working with the both of you. God bless.

    Lorraine Cote

  23. Sue (Langlais) Nocco

    November 27, 2013 at 9:21 pm

    I was so saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. I will forever remember that little Cub Scout. Although I never knew Tim as an adult, I do know memories keep people with us forever. Marie, Tim & Joyce, May the blessing of the new life yet to come comfort you and remind you that Tim will always be with you. My thoughts, prayers and condolences are with you all.

  24. Mary Thomas

    November 30, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    Dear Marie, John & Elaine

    So sorry to hear about Tim’s passing. My heart, sympathy and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. Mary

  25. Jeanne&Denis Dutremble

    November 30, 2013 at 9:50 pm

    Tim&Joyce, and all of Tim’s family
    we were shocked to hear of Tim’s passing.
    Our deepest sympathies, our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow

  26. Tracy Burkhardt

    December 1, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    Tim you will be missed. All those games of disk golf and watching that 70s show will never be forgotten. You were a great friend and I loved the free spirit that you had. You will always be missed but never forgotten. Love you! My deepest sympathies goes to his family, wife and child.

  27. Jim Lee

    December 2, 2013 at 8:48 am

    I was very sorry to hear of Tim’s passing so suddenly.
    My deepest sympathies to the entire family at this sad loss.

  28. Renee Lasko

    December 3, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    I am so very, very sorry to hear from your loss. I’m also sorry I wasn’t able to make it to the viewing or services — I just heard about this today. Marie, if you need anything, please feel free to call me! Bob Fournier at Gilman & Valade will know how to get in touch with me.

    Again, I am so, so, so sorry for your loss.

  29. Dr. Michael J. Budziszek, II

    December 3, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Timothy is a great man and will be remembered.

  30. George & Cindy Paine

    December 7, 2013 at 11:34 am

    Tim, we will miss you, your smile, your love of life, your culinary creations and so much more. I wish we had more time. You left us way too soon. We are all devastated from your passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless and Rest In Piece.

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