Patricia Ann Hand (Neil)
(1937 - 2009)

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Patricia Ann Hand (Neil)
Nickname: Pat

Birth:
Ohio, United States of America
June 17, 1937

Passing:
Arizona, United States of America
August 25, 2009

Interests:
Family, teaching, reading, travel, cooking, TV.
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Thank you for visiting! We dedicate this website to Patricia Ann Hand (Neil), as a place for her family, friends, and former students to share memories of Pat. Any story - big or small, serious or silly - would be greatly appreciated. Simply post your note in the 'Stories' tab above, or link below. Please also share pictures of Pat and family under the 'Photos' tab. To light a 'Candle', just click the tab above, or below the black box to the right.

An expanded version of Pat's obituary that appeared in the Douglas (AZ) Dispatch on September 2, 2009 is included in the "Stories" below - just click "Read More>>" below.

To see all Photos with thumbnails, click the "Photos" tab above.

Thank you for your stories, photos, and candles!

Guest Book Wall (What is this?)
Kelsey Hand
(Granddaughter)
September 1st, 2009
"We'll miss the green beans and sweet potatoes you'd make at Thanksgiving. We'll miss watching the shows you used to enjoy on TV. We'll miss watching Paula Dean use WAY too much butter in every dish she made with you. But most of all, we'll miss you, Grandma. I love you."

Matt Crespin
(Student)
September 2nd, 2009
"What an amazing teacher Mrs Hand was. I was just talking about her last night to my girlfriend (also a first grade teacher) and telling her how great she was and then my mom sent me the obituary today. I was in her 1st grade class in 1985 At Joe Carlson and remember her emphasizing reading most as well!! What a great woman and teacher and my prayers go out to her family for your loss.
Sincerely, Matt Crespin"

Virginia Vasquez
September 2nd, 2009
"To the Hand Family:
You are all in my heart and my prayers! God Bless you all! I went to school with David and we were/still are pretty good friends since Junior High. Mrs. Hand was a wonderful teacher and she will be remembered dearly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Love and prayers from Virginia Vasquez
"

Armando Amarillas
(student)
September 2nd, 2009
"God bless. I remember Ms. Hand as my English teacher at 12 Street Junior High(1975-78). She was a great teacher and will be missed.

Sincerely, Armando J. Amarillas "

Alvina Hoyack
September 5th, 2009
"I knew Mrs. Hand through her son, Mike. Although I never had the pleasure of having her for a teacher, I hear wonderful stories about her. Teachers like her are one of a kind, and she will be greatly missed. I always called her to ask for Mike's address whenever we had a class reunion coming up. We have a reunion in October, and I will miss talking with her. She was always very kind and would ask how Chuck was doing. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the prayers that are being offered for you and by the many memories of your beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, friend. With love and prayers, Alvina Hoyack"

Jean Tsuya
(colleague)
September 8th, 2009
"What an amazing influence Pat had on my life. She's the reason I got my master's in reading. She also helped tremendously when my first child had problems learning to read. She gave me books out of her school library and suggestions on what to do. My adult child is now an avid reader. Thanks Pat.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family.
Jean Tsuya"

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Guest Book (10 entries)
I fondly remember Pat as being a very dedicated teacher and always willing to offer her assistance whenever I had questions regarding lessons and general school guidelines. She made me feel welcomed as I was coming to teach in a new school and another grade level.In addition, She showed me how to organize daily activities which to this day is implemented in my classroom. I extend my condolences to her family. She was one fine educator and will be missed in that regard!
Rudy Alvarado (Friend)
September 8th, 2009
What an amazing influence Pat had on my life. She's the reason I got my master's in reading. She also helped tremendously when my first child had problems learning to read. She gave me books out of her school library and suggestions on what to do. My adult child is now an avid reader. Thanks Pat.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family.
Jean Tsuya
Jean Tsuya (colleague)
September 8th, 2009
I knew Mrs. Hand through her son, Mike. Although I never had the pleasure of having her for a teacher, I hear wonderful stories about her. Teachers like her are one of a kind, and she will be greatly missed. I always called her to ask for Mike's address whenever we had a class reunion coming up. We have a reunion in October, and I will miss talking with her. She was always very kind and would ask how Chuck was doing. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May you be comforted by the prayers that are being offered for you and by the many memories of your beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, friend. With love and prayers, Alvina Hoyack
Alvina Hoyack
September 5th, 2009
God bless. I remember Ms. Hand as my English teacher at 12 Street Junior High(1975-78). She was a great teacher and will be missed.

Sincerely, Armando J. Amarillas
Armando Amarillas (student)
September 2nd, 2009
To the Hand Family:
You are all in my heart and my prayers! God Bless you all! I went to school with David and we were/still are pretty good friends since Junior High. Mrs. Hand was a wonderful teacher and she will be remembered dearly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! Love and prayers from Virginia Vasquez
Virginia Vasquez
September 2nd, 2009
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"it ia inspiring to see what a wonderful influence Pat was...love to her and all who knew her aunt Nancy"
Nancy Hand
November 1st, 2009
"Pat was my best friend in high school and Kaye was my sister's friend.We had lots of good times and used to tease Butch then.I went away to nursing school and Pat and I lost touch. I am so sorry for your lost and for Kaye's family too. Thank you."
rosalea kirts mclemore
September 29th, 2009
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland"
Mike Hand
September 10th, 2009
"Farewell for now, my love."
Paul Hand
September 6th, 2009
"In my thoughts and prayers to the Hand family. A great teacher!!!"
Monica Taylor
September 4th, 2009
"I love you Grandma Sweetie Bear."
Kyle Ray
September 2nd, 2009
"I love you, Grandma. I'll miss asking you for recipes and watching cooking shows with you. We all love and miss you."
Kelsey Hand
September 1st, 2009
"i love you grandma."
Taylor Hand
August 30th, 2009

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