Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1938
DIED
2023
FUNERAL HOME
Robert Hand Obituary
September 21, 1938 - March 2, 2023
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina - Robert "Bob" Hand, 84, of Hilton Head, South Carolina, died peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and children on March 2nd, 2023.
Born on September 21, 1938 to Mary and Raymond Hand in the Bronx, New York City, Bob raised his family in Huntington, NY and Mahwah, NJ before retiring to Hilton Head after a career in sales.
An avid golfer, lover of Irish music, diehard New York Giants fan, and devoted family man, Bob will be best remembered as Papa by his loved ones.
A life-long Catholic, Bob was an active member of multiple parishes throughout his life. Most recently, he served as a lector and a member of the parish council at St. Francis by the Sea in Hilton Head. Bob also celebrated his faith by participating in a Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) men's group that helped him further discover and deepen his relationship with God.
Bob is survived by Brenda, his wife of 60 years; his three daughters Mary Ellen, Deborah, and Cynthia; their husbands Mark, Paul, and Michael; and his 10 grandchildren, Connor, Andrew, Sean, Peter, Emily, Micaela Mae, Timothy, Molly, Erin, and Rowan.
A public visitation will be held at The Island Funeral home located at 4 Cardinal Road, Hilton Head, SC from 4-7 PM on Thursday, 3/9. A funeral mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, 3/10 at St. Francis by the Sea Catholic Church located at 45 Beach City Rd, Hilton Head, SC followed by a luncheon in the parish hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Hospice Care of the Low Country.
Condolences can be sent to Islandfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Hand
1 Entry
Mona and Liam Walshe
March 4, 2023
It was with great sadness I learned of the death of my cousin Bob I have a lot of happy memories of his time staying at my home as a young boy Also his later vists to Ireland with Brenda Deepest sympathy to Brenda Mary Ellen and Cindy and the extended family May Bobs soul rest in Your fond cousin Mona and Liam Dublon Ireland
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Hand's name
Memorial Events
for Robert Hand
Mar
9
Funeral services provided by:
The Island Funeral Home & Crematory4 Cardinal Road, Hilton Head, SC 29926
How to support Robert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Hand's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
