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GREGORY A.
On January 25, 2018, Gregory A. Hand, age 61, of Franklin Park, beloved husband of 35 years to Cheryl H. Hand; father of Maxwell Elliot Hand and Elizabeth MacKenzie Hand; brother of Timothy (Susan) Hand; graduate of Norwin High School Class of '74, West Virginia Wesleyan College Class of '78, Boston University School of Law Class of '86. Gregory was a dedicated family man whose life revolved around his wife and two children. Working in real estate development and construction since 1979, he briefly worked as an attorney at Reed Smith Shaw & McClay, and created, owned, and operated for over a decade a Pittsburgh-based development and construction firm; and ended his career as CEO of DBC Real Estate Management. While he was well-known in Western Pennsylvania for his involvement in business, his family and friends will remember him for his generosity and dry sense of humor. He was an avid reader and athletic, self-reliant outdoorsman throughout his life, successful, to varying degrees, in instilling in his children an equal love for climbing Colorado's Fourteeners, golfing in Florida, snorkeling the Caribbean's coral reefs, spreading mulch, cleaning gutters, and for seeking truth and understanding in all aspects of life. Friends received Monday, January 29, 2018, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway, Memorial Service on Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at Ingomar United Methodist Church, 1501 W. Ingomar Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the American Lung Association. www.lung.org. www.simonsfuneralhome.com
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I knew Greg when he was a boy. My brother Billy, Greg,and Rick Weitzel. They are all with The Lord now.
Mary Cassarino
June 13, 2019
October 4, 2018
To the family of Greg. My name is Scott McCall and also graduated from Norwin in 74 and Wesleyan in 78. I was indeed a friend of Greg's and did not know of his death till I read the Sundial from Wesleyan this week. He was indeed a great guy, good athlete and always very smart, unlike me who was in several of his classes at Norwin. We remained friends at Wesleyan and saw each other at various Norwin reunions. My sincere belated sympathy to all of you and may the dear Lord bless his soul. My best in all of your efforts after such a loss, Scott McCall I am also on LinkedIn
Chip Desmone
August 15, 2018
Greg was a pleasure to work with and a kind and generous person.
He will be missed.
My condolences.
February 11, 2018
From the Sullivans my mom told me today. Sorry. We remember u guys and our beautiful lives on maple. God Speed and thanks greg for helping me out for an 8th grade project.
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Dale Hayden
January 30, 2018
Cheryl,
Carole and I were surprised to hear of Greg's death. Wishing you and your family Christ's peace and comfort. We regret not being able to attend the funeral, but we are in Naples for the winter.
Please know you are in our prayers asking for God's comfort to be bestow upon you.
Dale & Carole Hayden
Keith "Puma" Krause
January 29, 2018
I lived in 'The Heights' and grew up with Greg. He always had a smile for me and was just one happy young man. His wit and intelligence shone thru even during those young years. I always liked that guy. I'm sure he will be missed.
Colleen Karsner
January 29, 2018
Cheryl and family,
Our hearts break for your family. Didn't really know Greg well as an adult but I loved your warm and caring description in his obituary. Hope you and your children will fin comfort in those warm memories and happy times together. So sorry for your loss.
Colleen (Curley) Karsner, Norwin Class of 74
Fred and Susan Gunter
January 29, 2018
Greg worked for me at my outdoor store many years ago,it was easy to become a fast friend. We climbed together and shared a trust and respect for one another that few people experience.I was honored when he agreed to be my best man at my wedding and honored again when he invited me to his .I have never met a more honorable,honest,and caring person.Although I have not seen Greg or Cheryl in a few years they are the kind of friends that time does dot matter.You will be missed see you on the other side
January 29, 2018
Dear Cheryl And Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can help in anyway.
Patricia and Len A19
Michelle Longmore
January 28, 2018
Cheryl- I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers (((Hugs)))
Michelle
Your fellow pickleball player.
Nick Kyriazi
January 28, 2018
Cheryl, I am so sorry to hear about this. I don't think I ever met your husband, but he was too young. I pray for God to give you the strength to endure.
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