Hance E. Graham, 73, of Hammond Plains, and formerly of Fox River passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 at home. Born in Fox River, he was a son of the late Ellerton and Stella (Porter) Graham. He was a retired auto body mechanic and painter. He is survived by the mother of his children, Eleanor (Wright) Graham, Lower Sackville; daughters, Shelley, Karen, Tara; 2 grandchildren. He was predeceased by sister, Ardis; brother, Porter. Visitation took place 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2008 at Smith's Funeral Home, Parrsboro where funeral service followed at 2 p.m., Rev. Greg Doyle officiating. Burial in Port Greville United Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or charity of choice. Online condolences at www.smithsfuneralhome.com