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In memory of

Maurice Handcock

of Kadoka, South Dakota, died on Sunday, December 21, 2014 at his home in Kadoka at the age of 58

Maurice Donald Handcock was born January 10, 1956, in Kadoka, South Dakota, the youngest of four children born to Donald and Joyce (Mansfield) Handcock. He grew up on their farm-ranch northwest of Long Valley and graduated from Kadoka High School in 1974.

He learned the value of hard work early driving tractors/trucks from late childhood. He truly loved farming and ranching and considered being a good neighbor was having a good neighbor.

Maurice was united in marriage to Cathie Uhlir on June 20, 1975 in Kadoka, and to this union were born four children, Tyler, Tucker, Tanner and Abbi. They resided on the ranch northwest of Long Valley until 1996 where he raised wheat, cattle and his family. After leaving the ranch, Maurice and family moved to Kadoka and he worked various jobs until he began a career managing the CHS Grain Elevator in Kadoka for the next ten years. Maurice began his career with Crew Agency, Ltd in the spring of 2007. He truly loved his job and all the people he worked with. His customers were very important to him. He loved going to work and took great pride in everything that he ever did. His greatest loves in life were his wife, kids, grandkids, and friends. Maurice always had a smile and he always had time for everyone. His positive attitude was infectious.

A perfect weekend for Maurice was spending time with Cathie whether it was a round of golf or chasing grandkids and kids or watching them at their events.

Survivors include his wife Cathie of Kadoka; twin sons Tucker Handcock (Ashley) of Rapid City and Tyler Handcock (Dan Veranth) of Austin, Texas; a son Tanner Handcock (Kim) of Wall; daughter Abbi McDaniel (Colton) of Philip; seven grandchildren Jackson Handcock, Dawson, Hallie, and twins Reese and Davis Handcock, and Mayzie and Jetta McDaniel; one brother Ben Handcock (Patsy) of Brighton, Colorado; two sisters Bonnie Ferguson (Owen) of Long Valley, and Kathy Rock (Jim) of Long Valley; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Maurice was preceded in death by his father Donald Handcock on October 22, 1988, and his mother Joyce M. Handcock on May 5, 2012.

Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 23, at the Kadoka City Auditorium, with a prayer service at 6:30.

Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 24, at the Kadoka City Auditorium with Dave Ohrtman officiating.

Interment was at the Kadoka Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to The Handcock Family at P.O. Box 48, Kadoka, SD 57543.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Wednesday, December 24, 2014 - 10:00 a.m.
Kadoka City Auditorium
Kadoka, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Dave Ohrtman
MUSIC
Randi Oyan - Pianist
Milton Handcock - Vocalist
“How Great Thou Art”
Liz Fisher - Vocalist
“The Old Rugged Cross”
Lonny Johnston - Del Brost
“Amarillo By Morning”
USHERS
Brit Miller - Dana Kerns
Brian Blair - Skyler Patterson
PALLBEARERS
Craig Coller - Mitch Olney
Robert Thomsen - John Beard
Robert Briggs - Mark Carlson
Dar Haerer - Ryan Richardson
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota


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Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 23, at the Kadoka City Auditorium, with a prayer service at 6:30.

Funeral services: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 24, at the Kadoka City Auditorium

Interment: Kadoka Cemetery.

  • So sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. My kids have some great memories of Maurice, Dennis Lurz, and their dad working at the elevator together!
    Sue (VanderMay) Hoon.     ~ Sue Hoon Kadoka (12/21/2014)
  • Katy and family, we are just shocked to hear about Maurice. Are Prayers and Thought are with you. ~ Lloyd & Terri Johnston parker AZ (12/21/2014)
  • Our sincere sympathy to all of Maurice's family. He was such a good guy - it is hard to believe that he has been taken so soon; remember him practicing for Hee-Haw with the "4 Guys"; Our thoughts and prayers to his family. ~ Eileen Stolley Kadoka (12/21/2014)
  • Dear Cathie, Tucker, Tyler. Tanner and Abbi, There are no words to express our feelings of sadness for you. We liked Maurice very much and enjoyed the time we were neighbors there in Kadoka. We will be thinking of you all and praying for you. Cathie, you and Maurice raised very wonderful kids as they look like they all grew into fine adults. Love to you all. It always made me laugh that the girl dog was named Killer. ~ Bruce & Sally Sherburne Sioux Falls, SD (12/21/2014)
  • I am so very sorry to hear of Maurices passing. His big happy smile will always be missed. Many many thoughts and prayers for you all, God Bless ~ April Wheat Patterson Kadoka SD (12/21/2014)
  • So sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. ~ Kari Porch Pierre SD (12/21/2014)
  • Maurice was such a great person to work with and was always so knowledgeable and helpful. Dad always remarked how he liked talking to Maurice and what a positive attitude he had. Maurice contributed so much and be missed. ~ Edward Kodet Belvidere (12/21/2014)
  • I am so sorry to hear about Maurice's passing - you are all in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Amy (Gunn) Thompson Rapid City SD (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie and family,
    I am so very sorry to hear about Maurice. He was a kind, funny & good man. My heartfelt sorrow and sympathy.     ~ Linda Thomas Rapid City (12/21/2014)
  • It is so hard to find the right words at this very difficult time - cherish all the wonderful memories and know that you have lots of people who love you all. Maurice's huge smile and friendliness were a constant every time we saw him. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. ~ Randy & Holly (Vosberg) Nemec Midland (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie,Tucker, Tyler, Tanner and Abbie,
    Thoughts and prayers to you all! He will be missed by so many. So many memories, cherish them all. Makes me want to go back to summers of rodeos and relive them...     ~ Misty Williams Mattox Kearney, NE (12/21/2014)
  • We are so sorry to read this morning of Maurice's passing. Ron enjoyed visiting with him at the office and will miss seeing him there. Our sympathy to all the family. ~ Ron and Marilyn Gartner Casa Grande AZ (12/21/2014)
  • We can't express our sincere sadness at Maurice's passing, our thought's and prayers will be with the whole family at this time. May God give you all His peace at this very hard time. ~ Chris and Diana Elwood Volborg, MT (12/21/2014)
  • My condolences. You're in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Merti Whirlwind Horse Interior, SD (12/21/2014)
  • So sorry to hear about Maurice. I really enjoyed talking to him at the Crew Agency when I was there to clean. My prayers are with all of you. Tanner so so sorry. ~ Regina and Dean Hinzman Wall, SD (12/21/2014)
  • I am so sorry to hear of Maurice's death. I will always remember his good heart. I will be forever grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him and being able to see his and Cathie's influence through the beautiful family they raised. Many prayers... ~ JoAnne Gauer Mesa, AZ (12/21/2014)
  • We are saddened and so sorry for your loss. May God wrap you all in his arms and carry you through. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
    Mandi McDonnell and Scot Eisenbraun     ~ Mandi McDonnell Wall SD (12/21/2014)
  • While we didn't get to know Maurice well, we really enjoyed his infectious personality! So very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. God bless you all! ~ Saundra and Barry Shaw Rapid City (12/21/2014)
  • Our hearts break for your loss, in the days, weeks and months to come, know that we are here to help in any way we can. ~ John and Ann Hovdenes Rapid City, SD (12/21/2014)
  • We are so sorry to hear about Maurice. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cathie and the rest of the family. May your new angel in Heaven watch over you this Christmas and always. ~ Jacob & Amber Cornella Rapid City, SD (12/21/2014)
  • We are so sorry to hear about Maurice. Our thoughts and prayers are with Cathie and the rest of the family. May your new angel in Heaven watch over you this Christmas and always. ~ Jacob & Amber Cornella Rapid City, SD (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie & family,
    So sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. There are no words to express the sorrow you are experiencing. May God hold you in his arms during the difficult days ahead.     ~ Cynde Stratton Stoakes Hartford, SD (12/21/2014)
  • So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. ~ Jackie Willert Cavanaugh Riverton Wyoming (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie, Tucker, Tyler. Tanner and Abbi. You lost a great husband and father and I lost a close old friend. I have so many happy memories of times spent with Maurice as kids in the 70's and then catching up with him at Tanner's wedding. God must have needed a kind and generous man to help him in heaven. Take care. ~ Jim & Marla Sherburne Kirksville, MO (12/21/2014)
  • I am so deeply saddened to hear about the lost of Maurice. Man, that guy just light up any room! Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
    Much love, Shannon     ~ Shannon Stangle Rapid City (12/21/2014)
  • Our sincere thoughts of sympathy for your Family.
     ~ Mike and Shar Moses Philip (12/21/2014)
  • I was so sorry to hear about Maurice. It is so hard to lose a loved one so unexpectedly. My prayers to the family! ~ Mary Jo Jones Midland, SD (12/21/2014)
  • The community has lost a kindred spirit. Maurice always had something positive andusually humorous to say and will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you all. ~ Greg Barber Interior,SD (12/21/2014)
  • May the family find comfort in loving memories, and in knowing that God is "close to those that are broken at heart; and he saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) Our loving Creator, Jehovah God, has promised to soon "swallow up death forever...and wipe the tears from all faces." (Isaiah 25:8) With deepest sympathy. ~ The Williams Family Houston (12/21/2014)
  • My sympathies to the Handcock family. I am so sorry for your loss. ~ Molly (Mackey) Becker Webster City, IA (12/21/2014)
  • I am deeply sorry for your loss, I will always remember the infectious smile that Maurice had. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. ~ Laramie Johnston Clayton, Ny (12/21/2014)
  • Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel in hearing the news about Maurice. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss…my thoughts and payers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I have a lot of good memories of Maurice, from working on his Mom and Dad's farm to babysitting the kids. ~ Roberta Coller Kendall, WI (12/21/2014)
  • Thinking of you all as you say goodbye to Maurice. Memories are what get you through. With sympathy and prayers. ~ Donna Bodkin Craven Rapid City, SD (12/21/2014)
  • Handcock family - my heart goes out to you and your family and really to everyone who knew Morris, as we are all sad that he was taken so early. I am glad I got to know Morris, even for a short period of time. May God wrap his arms around you and help you through this difficult time. ~ Val Solano Rapid City, SD (12/21/2014)
  • My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know that I care.

    Roxy     ~ Roxy Formanek Hermosa SD (12/21/2014)
  • i'm saddened by the news. I never got a chance to know Maurice as an adult or to meet his wife or children. I knew him as a young boy, irritating his sister to death as we played as cousins do. Kathy would be very irritated with him and then protect him fiercely, as sisters do. I loved Maurice for the boy he was and regret not getting to know him as the wonderful man he sounds like he became. My love and tears to all of the family that will miss him in their lives. ~ Ila McGee Jensen 6350 SE Heather LN, Port Orchard, WA 98366 (12/21/2014)
  • I was so shocked, as was everyone, to hear of Maurice's passing. I have many memories of him and he was just an all around great guy!! Robert Briggs and I would borrow his golf cart all the time. Thoughts and prayers to your family... ~ Steph Carson (12/21/2014)
  • please accecpt my condolances for maurices passing. he will be missed by everyone who knew him ~ marv marlow rapid cith sd (12/21/2014)
  • Handcock family,
    We didn't know Maurice but do know he was a VERY well liked and loved man! We sympathize with you over your loss and know the grandchildren will miss Papa and his comforts and wisdom! Love and Prayers!     ~ Tom and Shelia Trask and family Wasta, SD (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Maurice was one of my favs from our class of 1974. So glad I got to spend time with both of you this summer at our reunion. He was so very much fun as usual. I will miss seeing him when I return to Kadoka for future visits. Take care and know that he will be watching over you from heaven. May your memories of happy times give you comfort. ~ Roxy McCormick Schmit Spearfish, SD (12/21/2014)
  • We are so sorry to hear of Maurice's passing. He was such a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they lay him to rest today. Always remember the memories. ((Hugs)) ~ Tucker & Jess Smith Quinn, SD (12/21/2014)
  • Cathie my heart breaks for you & your family. Maurice was taken way too young. May God bless you all..... ~ Lila Mayer Platteville co (12/21/2014)