Service Information
Harold Frank Hanson, age 82, husband of Lois, of Hutchinson, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018, at Senior Prairie Cottages in New Ulm, Minnesota.
Memorial Services will be Saturday, April 14, 2018, 2:00 P.M., at CrossPoint Church in Hutchinson. Interment will be in the Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad
Arrangements are with the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Obituary
Harold Frank Hanson was born on December 21, 1935, in Litchfield, Minnesota. He was the son of Frank and Alma (Varland) Hanson. Harold was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth both at First Lutheran Church in Cosmos, Minnesota. Harold grew up in the Cosmos area and received his education in Litchfield, where he was a graduate of the Litchfield High School Class of 1953.
After graduation, Harold entered active military service in the United States Armed Forces on December 1, 1955, in Minneapolis, Minnesota and served his country during the Vietnam War. He received an Honorable Discharge on November 21, 1958, at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, and achieved the rank of SP4 E4(T).
On April 15, 1961, Harold was united in marriage to Lois Ann Ring at First Baptist Church in Cokato, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with one daughter, Diane. Harold and Lois were lifelong residents of Hutchinson. They shared 56 years of marriage.
Harold was employed as a Dock worker at 3M in Hutchinson for 35 years until he retired in 1991. Harold was a member of CrossPoint Church in Hutchinson.
Harold enjoyed fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and playing a good card game with friends. He loved spending time with Diane and attending her dance competitions and skating shows. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
When Harold needed assistance with his daily care, he became a resident at Senior Prairie Cottages in New Ulm on January 12, 2016. He passed away there on Friday, March 30, 2018, at the age of 82 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Harold is survived by his:
Wife, Lois Hanson of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughter, Diane Keller and her husband, Jeff of Sauk Rapids, MN;
Grandson, Nathan Keller of St. Cloud, MN;
Granddaughter, Michaela Keller of Sauk Rapids, MN;
Aunt, Mae Wartz of Litchfield, MN;
Sister-In-Law, Altamae Morris of Cokato, MN;
Nieces, Nephews, and many other relatives and friends.
Harold is preceded in death by his Parents, Frank and Alma Hanson; Brothers, Norman Hanson and Lawrence Hanson; Sister-In-Law, Mary Hanson; Brothers-In-Law and Sisters-In-Law, Wallace and Jeanette Ring, Gene and Betty Ring and Virgil and JoAnn Morris; Nephews, Ryan Ring and George Ring.
The family of Harold Hanson would like to thank the staff at Prairie Senior Cottages in New Ulm for everything that they have done for Harold and our family.
Jackie Reid says
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort through the loving and happy memories of your dear loved one, Mr Harold. May you also look to our loving Heavenly Father, the God of all comfort, to provide what you need at this very sad time. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4, Psalms 83:18). He promises us that very soon, “He will wipe every tear from our eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:3,4, Isaiah 33:24. He also promises us that there will be a resurrection of the righteous ones so they will have the opportunity to live forever in perfect health in Paradise right here on earth. (John 5:28,29, Psalms 37:10,11). What wonderful promises! Can you imagine a time on earth when there will be no more sickness, pain or death? May all of God’s promises give you a measure of comfort, peace, hope and strength. I have personally found very comforting thoughts on jw.org.
Pam Luedtke from 3M says
So sorry for your loss Lois .ill contact you when we get home
Marvin and Marlit Cuhel says
Extending our deepest sympathy to Lois, Diane and family, and other relatives, at the home-going of Harold.
May the Lord comfort you in your loss. Sorry that we will not be able to come to the Memorial Service since we are still in Arizona.
Donna Meyer says
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Sue Senne says
Lois, my sympathy to you and your family. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Bobbi Ludewig says
Lois, So sorry for the loss of Harold. He was a wonderful and gentle man. My prayers are with you.
Dede Fischer says
I am so sorry for your loss Lois, Diane and Family.
It was a year for my mom just the end of March so I send you lots of prayers, hugs and comfort.
I remember Diane & I pulling shenanigans when we were in high school. Harold took it with stride and jokes around.
What a great guy, He will be missed.
Dede Fischer says
I am so sorry for your loss Lois, Diane and Family.
It was a year for my mom just the end of March so I send you lots of prayers, hugs and comfort.
I remember Diane & I pulling shenanigans when we were in high school. Harold took it with stride and joked around. What a great guy, He will be missed.
We will not be able to make it to the service. I am sadden about that. I will contact you both.
Roger Van Denburg says
Harold. Wonderful knowing you. Thanks for cleaning all those pike in Brainerd-so many years ago. You told me once you were a “tough old bird”, and, boy, was that true! God Bless you on your travels in the hereafter and God Bless your whole family.