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Howard Walters posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
I am sorry for this late post, but I live out of town and tonight on an Internet search I found this obit.
I remember being sent to the principal's office twice, Mr Hansen’s office at Harrington Elementary. The first was for pulling Anita's hair. How does a young boy at age six get the attention of a pretty girl that he likes? Certainly, now I know that it is not by pulling her hair. That didn't work. The second was that Mr Hansen bore sad and urgent news: my mother was in a terrible auto accident and was in the hospital. At six or seven years of age, I had no idea of how terrible the news was and how hurt my mother would be. I do recall how carefully Mr Hansen conveyed the news and how genuine his concern was. Someone was on their way to pick me up from school.
Years later Mr and Mrs Hansen would greet a pimpled face young man at their door, with kindness and respect. Mrs Hansen knew I was too nervous to pin the corsage I brought for their daughter. She helped me with that task. I have always respected Mr Hansen, his wife and family very much including their close family members living next door, the Sykes. These good families were kind to me. It still hurts remembering that Anita was taken from us all at such an early age.
Leila, and family, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss you are experiencing of your father’s passing. We miss them; the comfort, guidance and love they gave us. Surely, our parent’s daily concerns and prayers for us do not cease at their passing from us. And, those prayers for us, their children and family members, are easily heard now because they are offered from heaven, in His presence. Take comfort knowing their love for you all, their family, continues...
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Kristy Adams posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
I remember when Shelley Elementary was first built. Mr. Cecil Ray Hansen was my principal. I was in the fourth grade. He taught me that the spelling to principal was him "a pal" that students could rely on; and principle was what you carried with you for the rest of your life. Not too long after this talk with him, This kid came up to me and told me to fight him by the flag pole. Well Mr Hansen came out and got both of us and took us into his office. He talked to the kid first then told him to leave then he turned to me and asked, why I would fight. I told him that the boy told me too. He conveyed to me that pretty young ladies don't fight and if someone asked me to jump off a cliff would I. I've never forgotten that I didn't have to walk to anyone's beat but my own. That had come full circle all in a very short time. My principal was "my pal" and he instilled in me the principle of self respect, self reliance, and not forgetting what I stand for nor who I am. This has been a life time lesson for me. Of all the people I have met in my life, how blessed I am to have had him be "my pal"!!! To him, Mr Hansen, I'm indebted!
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James W. Melville posted a condolence
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Cecil was my first principal when I started teaching at Shelley Elementary. He later became one of my supervisors. He was an amazing leader and teacher. He taught me many things that helped me throughout my career of 39 years. I became a principal because of the great example he was to me. I will always be grateful for his kindness and concern for my success as a teacher and administrator. Thank you.
Love,
Jim Melville
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Robert Brough posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
I am the son of Keith and Pat Brough, Cecil and Nina's cousin, and am deeply saddened by the loss of another of the "greatest generation." Reading the story of Cecil is like reading my father's-- WWII vet, also serving in China, Burma, India, coming back home and never talking about it but just building a life for himself and his family.
What I remember most at Cecil and Nina was the generosity they had for my family each summer in sharing their cabin at Fish Lake with us. Every trip was the same. We'd stop in American Fork to pick up the key and drink root beer on the porch or eat ice cream and talk to the relatives. Then we'd stop in Nephi to see Grandma Blanche and by the time we got to Fish Lake it was evening. As a little boy I thought Fish Lake was as far away as the moon! Coming home was no different.
Like Cecil, I'm an educator, and in 1989 I promised one of my wrestlers that if he won a championship at his weight I would take him fishing for a weekend (those days are gone in education for sure) and Cecil let me use the cabin that weekend for a great reward for this troubled boy. It still took all day to get to Fish Lake, and I cherish the American Fork porch, big green lawn, and root beer.
Thank you so much for bringing Cecil to my mother's and father's funeral. I wish I could be with you on Thursday, but I have to be with my students.
Love, Rob.
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Barbara Grover link posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Gary and I (Elder and Sister Grover here in VA where we are serving a mission at the Quantico Marine Base) extend our condolences to all the family. I worked with James for many years, but before that my older children attended Shelley Elementary when Dr. Hansen was principal there. We were new to AF, and my boys had some trouble making good friends. They did well in school, but friends were a challenge. Steve told me one day, "Joe and Mike are my best friends. I'm not saying they are good friends, but they are my best friends right now." When Dr. Hansen moved to the District Office, the new principal and his staff called me repeatedly to tell me bad things the boys had done. I asked a lot of questions, because I had not had such reports before. Finally I pulled the boys out of Shelley and pulled them in a bike carrier to Heritage School for school every day. One day Dr. Hansen stopped me in the hall at the Harrington School where I was working in Media at that time and asked how the boys were doing at Shelley. I told him what had happened and that I had withdrawn them from school there. He hung his head, and said sadly, "Oh, I feel so bad about that. Those kids got into so much less trouble when your boys were with them!"
Another time he came into my office and told me that he liked to come by there and read "The Desiderata" which I had posted on the wall in that tiny office I had when I first worked with James. I felt touched that he would find comfort in that writing.
Dr. Hansen was talented, spirited, happy--just wonderful. I am grateful he touched our lives!
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Ray Ellison posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Your Dad was a wonderful friend to my Mom and Dad and also had a big impact on me. I will always remember trumpet lessons with him and the life lessons I learned while taking those lessons. I am still touched when I think that he would ask me to play taps at a funeral. At the time I had no appreciation for what an honor that was.
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Rhonda Webb posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Loved this man. He gave our youngest his patriarchal blessing shortly before he died at age 16. He truly,was a great patriarch that blessing changed my life that there is life,after this. I will miss this man and what, who,he,was. Truly a man who honored his priesthood.
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Rachel Layton posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
We were lucky enough to live 2 houses away from Brother Hansen for 5 years. During that time we would bring bread to him often just to be able to talk with him and hear his stories. My young children loved that he would always give a treat like a popsicle or let them pick apples from his trees, he would pull out the toys and let the kids play while he would proudly show me the pictures of his newest great grand kids from his phone. He would always beam with pride as he spoke about his family.
Every Halloween we would make sure to trick or treat there and he would take our picture in his entry way then bring us the printed copy a week later.
It touched my heart as I watched him bring the mail to Sister Sykes next door and make sure she was okay.
My favorite memory of all was each week, after he led the music with his typical upbeat attitude and happy smile, he would wait on stage for my little girl to go and give him a hug. He would struggle a bit to bend down but would always get to her level and give her a big hug. Those are memories I will forever cherish. I wish I knew him longer like most of you, but will be grateful for the few years that we were able to have our hearts touched by "Grandpa Hansen". I honestly don't know a man greater than this one.
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Lisa Gay Orr posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Not only was he my principal but my neighbor, my patriarch and my friend. I used to love to go visit or sit under the willow tree in the front yard and chat. I was always welcomed by Cecil and Nina. My greatest moment was when he gave me my blessing which I look at so often and remember the feeling of peace that day. He will be missed.
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Steven Vawdrey Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
I had the privilege of home teaching Cecil and Nina Hansen. They were the kindest people, and Cecil was very loving and faithful to his dear wife. I'll never forget Christmas season one year when they showed up on our doorstep and Cecil played a Christmas carol on his trumpet for our family. May his family feel the peace of the Savior at this time.
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Catherine posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
In honor of such a wonderful man I leave this tribute in the form of a video clip from one of Cherie's favorite movies:
https://youtu.be/tESno1eF5AU
Much love to the families!
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Brenda Coates Swasey posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Mr. Hansen was my principal at Shelley. He was always kind and caring, and I've spoken of him often over many, many years. I've never forgotten what a great person he was and what an impression he made on me, even as a young child and through adulthood. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
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Peggy Hardman posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
We will miss Brother Hansen. He was our home teacher for several years, along with his brother-in-law, Bill Sykes. They were always faithful and so loving to us.
I will never forget what happened when he found out that our daughter had never seen a pussy willow. One afternoon he showed up on our doorstep with a huge armload of pussy willows and sang a little song to her about them. So sweet and tender.
We have always felt blessed to have known him and to be taught by him.
Kim and Peggy Hardman
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Susan Hunter posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2015
We so loved Patriarch Hansen. We always will. He welcomed us to the AF 10th Ward and served us in oh, so many ways. He gave many of our children their patriarchal blessings and blessed us too with every word. He offered helpful advice on living in UT and insightful suggestions for gardening, learning, literature, living, and following Christ. His example was one of the most pure ever lived. To know him was to know the pure love of Christ. We have missed him since we have moved from AF and will never pass his home there without smiling and feeling his warmth. We feel blessed to have known him and extremely blessed to know he was our dear friend and loved us. Though he has passed this mortal world, we know there is no doubt his is with his sweet eternal sweetheart, Nina and there is great joy at his return home. Prayers for his family and friends for comfort but know full well he will always be with us all. With great love, Susan and Jim Hunter (LaGrange, WY)
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Christie posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2015
This holiday Mrs. Claus finally has her elf back!
We will miss you grandpa but as I kissed your cheek goodbye I took comfort knowing where you were going and that we have no regrets. I pictured you dancing in the kitchen with Grandma and was at peace.
I will miss the blessings you gave me and the advice you had. I will always treasure the times at your house talking for hours. Thank you for loving me and embracing me as one of your own. <3
Till we meet again. Kiss Grandma for me!
-Christie
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Elizabeth Howard posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2015
Patriarch Hansen was a wonderful man. I'm so sorry loss.
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Hailey, Elisabeth and Christian Hansen Gardiner posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2015
Hailey-
Great Grandpa is such a wonderful person. I have never seen him without a happy smile on his face. He has always told me fun stories and had a hug for me whenever I've seen him. I will love and miss him and it will be very hard to live without him.
Libby-
Great Grandpa is a good person that told me good World War II stories and loved other people. I will miss him.
Christian-
Great Grandpa went with me to the canyon. I love him and Heavenly Father.
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stacie posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2015
Grandpa emulated and exemplified everything I could ever hope to become in this life. He lived in a way that made others feel they were important and valued and loved. He always let every grand and great-grandchild know that they were his favorite. I know I was. And he is mine. Thank you for the council and wisdom, but especially for allowing me to be imperfectly me and loving me completely. I love you Grandpa. Make it a great Eternity and enjoy all the love and celebration of your life. You deserve it! And thanks for being my greatest example of honor and valor. Your service to our country instilled in me a patriotism that extends beyond my understanding and knowledge. I especially remember those many years with my little children watching from a far away hill as you honored other veterans lives by playing your trumpet. I saw the single tear of love and appreciation you had for every one of them. To me you will always be my Grandpa-by-the-horses!
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