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Jan Christian Hansen
October 2, 1945 ~ July 6, 2015 (age 69) 69 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Cousins Vincent and Doria Grimes
August 4, 2015 9:05 AM
Sincere prayers and sympathy during this difficult time.
Message from Marilynn & Charles Wender
July 20, 2015 12:08 AM
We met the Hansens thirty years ago moving in across the street. They were relatively new arrivals as well. Marilynn and Claire had much in common being nurse midwives; they became instant friends and have remained so for the last thirty years. Of course Jan was part of the package along with Ethan and Francesca. We got to know Jan so well and he too became a cherished friend. We raised our families together and our daughter Alison became a dear friend of Francesca.
Jan was great company, never a dull moment, superior intellect - discussing local politics to world peace. Jan was one of the most informed person we knew, he had a great grasp of history, you would not want to play Trivial Pursuit with him unless you liked to loose!
We will miss his childhood delight around the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. His trains were an annual event for many years and of course the baby stork outside the house for Claire's birthday tops it all. Seeing Jan in his front yard for hours, forever racking leaves is an image we will never forget.
Jan never forgave Chuck as Traffic Judge when he signaled him out in open court "Hey, that is my neighbor Jan" as Jan's face turned purple with embarrassment.
We consider Jan a real hero in the way he handled his illness dispute its debilitating effects, he was cheerful, optimistic and brave to the end. We last saw Jan, Saturday, July 4th, Claire and Jan stopped by our new digs, and Jan's biggest complaint was that he couldn't drive.
Through Claire's unflinching devotion and management of his very complicated treatment, no doubt that gave Jan these extra years- to cherish Francesca's marriage to Mattheiu, Ethan's medical career and the news that Ethan and Alexis will soon be parents.
The years on Laing Street, raising our families together, were so special. They say you can't pick your family, but we sure can choose our friends. Farewell dear friend.
Love,
Marilynn & Chuck
Jan was great company, never a dull moment, superior intellect - discussing local politics to world peace. Jan was one of the most informed person we knew, he had a great grasp of history, you would not want to play Trivial Pursuit with him unless you liked to loose!
We will miss his childhood delight around the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. His trains were an annual event for many years and of course the baby stork outside the house for Claire's birthday tops it all. Seeing Jan in his front yard for hours, forever racking leaves is an image we will never forget.
Jan never forgave Chuck as Traffic Judge when he signaled him out in open court "Hey, that is my neighbor Jan" as Jan's face turned purple with embarrassment.
We consider Jan a real hero in the way he handled his illness dispute its debilitating effects, he was cheerful, optimistic and brave to the end. We last saw Jan, Saturday, July 4th, Claire and Jan stopped by our new digs, and Jan's biggest complaint was that he couldn't drive.
Through Claire's unflinching devotion and management of his very complicated treatment, no doubt that gave Jan these extra years- to cherish Francesca's marriage to Mattheiu, Ethan's medical career and the news that Ethan and Alexis will soon be parents.
The years on Laing Street, raising our families together, were so special. They say you can't pick your family, but we sure can choose our friends. Farewell dear friend.
Love,
Marilynn & Chuck
A candle was lit by lisa vander ploeg
on July 11, 2015 3:53 PM
A candle was lit by Tara Patton
on July 11, 2015 11:13 AM
A candle was lit by Cheryl Chase Jalbert Class of 63 St Thomas Aquinis69
on July 10, 2015 2:27 PM
A candle was lit by Hallie Walker Batchelder (class of "62 St. Thomas Aquinas)
on July 10, 2015 10:28 AM
Message from Shelley Walker
July 10, 2015 10:24 AM
With loving thoughts and prayers to all of the Hansens at this time. So many wonderful memories from childhood to now. God Bless. Shelley
Message from Patty Connors
July 10, 2015 7:20 AM
I had the pleasure of growing up next door to Jan. I cannot tell you how happy our childhood was and of our adventures as they were many. Jan was creative and kind and especially tolerant of the only girl in the group. I will miss this and the wonderful person he became;our sincerest sympathy to you and your children from all of the Connors family.
A candle was lit by Michael & Cappy Greep
on July 9, 2015 2:50 PM
A candle was lit by Olga Lobert
on July 9, 2015 1:00 PM
Message from Tom Bruno
July 9, 2015 11:44 AM
May the light of Christ be with him and may he rest in the peace of the Lord.
God bless
God bless
A candle was lit by Barbara Sedlacek Berrigan St.Thomas Aquinas class of '63
on July 9, 2015 11:37 AM
A candle was lit by Bob & Nancy Deswysen, class of 63-St Thomas Aquinas High Sch
on July 9, 2015 7:21 AM
A candle was lit by Mark and Lisa Hansen
on July 8, 2015 4:58 PM
Message from Dennis, Cindy and Taylor
July 8, 2015 3:56 PM
Claire and family,
We send healing prayers and comforting hugs to all of you. Jan was kindhearted, fun-loving and well-loved by all. May God bless you and comfort you at this very difficult time. Cherish the memories, as we will.
We send healing prayers and comforting hugs to all of you. Jan was kindhearted, fun-loving and well-loved by all. May God bless you and comfort you at this very difficult time. Cherish the memories, as we will.
Message from James A. Butkus, PE
July 7, 2015 3:58 PM
Claire & Family
I was so saddened to learn of Jan's passing this morning.
For ten years we have maintained a professional relationship.
Challenge upon challenge and almost all resolved.
In trying to know him i would get him to share parts of his
early career and what his family was like. He was very proud
and loved all of you very much.. His wonderful spirit will be missed.
My heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
I was so saddened to learn of Jan's passing this morning.
For ten years we have maintained a professional relationship.
Challenge upon challenge and almost all resolved.
In trying to know him i would get him to share parts of his
early career and what his family was like. He was very proud
and loved all of you very much.. His wonderful spirit will be missed.
My heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
A Purity Arrangement in Glass Square was sent by Patti and Trip's Fuccile-Triple R Paving, Inc. on July 7, 2015
A candle was lit by Patti Fuccile
on July 7, 2015 3:22 PM
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