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Frances Hansen Obituary

Of Westwood, formerly of Dedham, & Roslindale, Sept. 5. Beloved wife of the late Carl M. Hansen. Devoted mother of David F. Hansen of Walpole, Lilly O'Brien of Dedham, Walter C. Hansen of Wrentham, also survived by 7 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren. Sister of Helen Washek of Pleasanton, CA. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM, Friday at 8 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Denis Church, Westwood, at 9 a.m. Relatives & friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8. Interment Forest Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimers Assoc., 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham, 781-326-0500

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 6, 2007.

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David Hammond

September 11, 2007

My sympathy goes to Lilly who is my friend in the Landfall sailing club who was her mother,s advocate while being caredfor in the Nursing Home. You and your family have my deepest sympathy and admiration for a daughter who saw to the needs of her loving and appreciative mom inher hours and days of need. God bless you Lilly,for a job well done. You have certainly earned your wings. Sincerely your friend Dave Hammond.

Kathleen Fiore

September 7, 2007

Aunt Fran served as a wonderful example to all of those who knew her, caring, compassionate and giving. I was truly blessed to have been one of her nieces. I have many fond memories which I will cherish always. I wish I could have attended the services, my thoughts and prayers will be with you. Love Kathy

Pam Amoroso

September 6, 2007

Lilly and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Your mother meant so much to all of you. My heartfelt prayers are with you.

Susan Barnes

September 6, 2007

Lilly, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. You can find some comfort in knowing how good you were to her, always advocating for her as her guardian angel while she was in the nursing home. You were the daughter to her that every mother hopes she has in time of need.

I am sorry I could not make either the funeral or the wake. It is the story of my life that everything comes at once. I certainly would have been there if I could have.

With deepest sympathy,

Your friend,

Sue Barnes

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