Maurice E. Hand, 90

Born October 10, 1911 in Birmingham, he has been a South Amherst resident for over 50 years.

He was employed at the Cleveland Quarries, South Amherst for 50 years, retiring in 1986 as a heavy equipment mechanic. He enjoyed playing violin; going to Jamies and Johnny;s Flea Markets. He also enjoyed working on cars and helping his family and friends when their cars needed repaired.

Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Letty Hand (nee Leimbach); sons Maurice Rodney Hand and Douglas Hand, both of Henrietta Township; a brother-in-law that he raised, Harold "Zack" Leimbach of Kipton; fine grandchildren; ten great -grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Maude (nee Twining) Hand; a granddaughter; four great grandsons; by a sister Lucille Ekleberry; and by a brother Joseph Hand.

A private family graveside service was held Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery, South Amherst.

Hemple Funeral Home, Amherst has been entrusted with the final arrangements.