John J. Hand Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Kersey, Pennsylvania

John J. Hand Jr.

November 28, 1935 - February 12, 2026 (90 years old)

Kersey, Pennsylvania

John J. Hand Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2026 in Kersey, Pennsylvania

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Lynch-Green Funeral Home

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John J. Hand Jr.

November 28, 1935 - February 12, 2026 (90 years old)

Kersey, Pennsylvania

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We are sad to announce that, on February 12, 2026 we had to say goodbye to John J. Hand Jr. of Kersey, Pennsylvania. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John J. Hand Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John J., Sr. and Melva Lockyer Hand; his siblings, Dorothy Place, Mildred Shaffer, Virginia Stitt, Betty Siviak and James Hand; and his great grandchild Leeland.

He is survived by: his wife Janice Celinski; his children, Carol Hand of Florida, Brenda Short (Michael) of Kentucky, Kenneth Hand (Pam) of Penfield and Phil Hand of Kersey; and his sister Melva Hollepeter of St. Marys. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 2 grand fur babies.

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Lynch-Green Funeral Home



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Krise Funeral Home
339 Main St, Kersey, PA 15846

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Krise Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Kersey
339 Main St, Kersey, PA 15846

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