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1960
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2025
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Thomas Hand Obituary
August 19, 1960 - August 2, 2025
Sanger, California - Thomas Dwight Hand passed away in his sleep August 2, 2025. Tom was born August 19, 1960.
Tom is survived by Valerie, his wife of 42 years, his brother Dan, son Jason, daughter Katie & bonus daughter Felecia. Tom is also survived by his grandchildren Sabina, Lloydie, Kayla & many others who called him dad. Tom had a large extended family.
Tom was a painting contractor & foster parent. He loved to golf & go to Raiders games.
A celebration of life will be held on August 30 at 11:00 a.m. at Sunnyside Country Club on Butler Avenue in Fresno.
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Mona Caiazza Roque
August 16, 2025
Such a wonderful person, still remember from high school and can see his smiling face, gentle, fun guy! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mark Cleveland
August 15, 2025
Tom was a very dear friend growing up. In fact he was one of the family. Will be very missed by me. I do have some great memories of our time together. God bless Tom.
Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Chapel
August 12, 2025
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