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Raymond Hand Obituary
The Capuchin Franciscan Friars of the Province of St. Mary mourn the death of Fr. Raymond Hand, O.F.M. Cap., who died on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at Holy Name Friary, Ringwood NJ at the age of 77.
Fr. Raymond [baptized Francis] was born in Yonkers, NY. He attended Sacred Heart Elementary School, Yonkers, NY [1941-50] and St. Mary Seminary, Garrison, NY [1950-54].
He entered the Capuchins in 1954; professed perpetual vows in 1958; and was ordained to the priesthood at Sacred Heart Church, Yonkers, NY on June 23, 1962.
From 1964-1967, Father resided at St. Lawrence Friary, Milton, MA where he served as Asst. Novice Master and later Director of Novices.
Fr. Raymond served as an assistant in many Capuchin parochial ministries including Our Lady Queen of Angels, E. Harlem, NY [1963-64]; St. John the Baptist, NYC [1984-94]; St. Francis Chapel, Springfield, MA [1994-98]; and St. Joseph the Worker, E. Patchogue, NY [1998-99].
Father was appointed pastor and guardian of Our Lady Queen of Angels, E. Harlem, New York City where he served from 1982-1984. Recognized for his leadership qualities, in 1981, Fr. Raymond was elected Provincial Councilor ministering in this position until 1984.
One of Fr. Raymond's many personal and professional achievements was his dedication as Director of E.N.T.E.R [Ecumenical Narcotic Treatment for Effective Rehabilitation] a NY city-wide acclaimed agency committed to the care of the addicted, where he lovingly labored for almost 15 years.
In his later years, Father resided at St. Lawrence Infirmary, Beacon, NY [1998-99] and later joined the Senior Friar Community of St. Clare, Yonkers, NY [2000-12]. In April 2012, he was transferred to Holy Name Friary, a private nursing home in Ringwood, NJ providing Father with needed skilled nursing care.
He was survived by his sister Joyce Adams and her husband of Webster, MA and two nephews and their families.
Viewing will be held at St. Clare Friary, 110 Shonnard Pl., Yonkers, NY [2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m.] on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 with a Wake Service at 7:30 p.m.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, Yonkers, NY on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in the Province of St. Mary Friar's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, kindly send your donations to St. Clare Friary, Yonkers, NY for the continuing care of our senior Capuchin friars.
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August 28, 2014
Fr. Ray was my Novice Master...that year he gave the homily at my father's funeral. He was a dedicated priest and a beautiful human being. I am grateful for the privilege of having known him.
Jim Hawkins
February 8, 2014
I will miss him. May he be united with all those who have loved him. The torch must continue to be carried by those who knew him.
Bernie Kinlan
Patty
January 28, 2014
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one. During times of grief, allow God to comfort you and your family for he truly understands what you are going through. (Psalms 72:12-14)
Mike J. Quinn
January 18, 2014
I lived and worked with Raymond at Our Lady Queen f Angels parish, East Harlem from 1970 to 1971. He was always quiet and kind and showed a deep concern for the many people, particularly very young people who struggled addiction to narcotics and alcohol. May Our Lady and the Angels meet you Raymond and escort you wi th joy to God's Holy Presence.
Jose Vallines
January 14, 2014
Thank you for always caring. May God rest your soul.
January 13, 2014
I am so saddened to learn of Fr. Ray's death. To me he was a legend and a much loved person. He taught me so much when I was in the Novitiate, We have lost a wonderful man!
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