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Virginia Hanson Obituary

Of Arlington, October 19, 2007. Mother of Gail M. Hanson-Mayer and her husband Tim of Lexington, Steven E. Hanson and his wife Fatma of San Diego, CA, and Neal E. Hanson and his wife Karen of Winchester. Virginia is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Dylan, Vanessa, Carl, Anissa, Brittany, and Bryan. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, October 21 at the Douglass Funeral Home, 51 Worthen Rd., LEXINGTON from 4:00 - 7:00 PM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Donations in her memory may be made to Evercare Hospice & Palliative Care, 900 Winter St., Waltham, MA 02451. Private Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington. Douglass Funeral Home Lexington 781-862-1800 www.douglassfh.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 20 to Oct. 21, 2007.

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Carol Edelman

January 9, 2008

Dear Neal, Gail and Steven,
I am so sorry to read today that your mother has passed away. Please accept our condolences.
Naomi Mahlowitz
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Jinny October 2007

November 12, 2007

Alyssa Urdi

November 2, 2007

Dear Hanson Family, I had the pleasure of seeing Jinnie twice a week.She would come in to have her hair done,always with a smile.We would always have such nice talks, She would talk about her children & grandchildren.You all seem very close.I always thought she was an amazing and very special woman,and she was very special to me.She has been in my prayers everyday.I know she is peaceful now and may you have peace in your hearts. Alyssa

Mary Jane Robinson

October 26, 2007

Dear Hanson Family,
Your mother was a saintly women who gave hope and help to so many women. She will be dearly missed but fondly remembered by those of us who were blessed to know her.

Jacque Vozzella

October 23, 2007

Neal and Karen Brittany and Bryan,
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your mom/grandmom. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Vozzella Family

October 22, 2007

Neal, Karen & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Love
Corine & Gary Peach & Family

Pam Bilotto

October 22, 2007

Dear Neal and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the recent passing of your mother. I can truly sympathize having gone through the heartache of losing a family member. May fond memories and happy thoughts keep her spirit alive and with you always.

In Sympathy and Friendship,

Pam Bilotto
St. Jude Medical
ENE Admin (Shelton, CT)

Rachida Djebel

October 21, 2007

My conddoleances to Steven, Fatma, Anissa and Carl on the death of a mother, mother-in-law and grandmother whom I know was precious to you all.

May Allah/God give you comfort during this difficult time, and may he keep your loved one between His hands and admit her to paradise.

My condoleances also to Steven's brother and sister and their families.

Jane Lonsdale

October 21, 2007

We were so sad to hear just ten days ago of your Mom's illness. And we extend our sympathy to you three children and your families.
Jinny was a lovely lady whom I have known since we were in first grade together!! She will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jane and Adrian Lonsdale

Ginny Caples

October 21, 2007

Neal, Karen and family,
I am sorry for your loss and although words can never replace feelings, I want you to know how deeply I know this hurts. Remember the good times and know that she is in a better place without pain.
Love,
Ginny

Thomas Risser

October 20, 2007

Even now, she is smiling down upon the exquisite people and works she created.

Amy, Jim, Ryan and Sarah (Devlin Family)

October 20, 2007

Neal, Karen and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Our deepest sympathy.

Jean Caples

October 20, 2007

Karen, Neal & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. She was a very lovely lady always had a smile on. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Jeannie & Michael

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