Conrad Hansen Obituary

Conrad Owen Hansen
1923 ~ 2014
Conrad survived WWII, heart attacks, major surgeries, the loss of his wife, Mary Lynne, but not old age. At age 90 the years finally added up. His mobility and strength quickly faded and then he slipped away gently, peacefully, early in the morning on March 3, 2014 to rejoice with his family and friends waiting on the other side.
Conrad was born November 5, 1923 in Logan, Utah, son of Leo Albert Hansen and Grettle Benson Owen, the fourth of eight children. He served honorably in WWII on Iwo Jima as a radar man. He attended BYU and the U of U. On December 8, 1951 he was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple to Mary Lynne Clayton. Together they raised a good and fun-loving family. His love of people led him to a career in sales and management. He happily finished his career with Hammond Toys, the best place for a grandpa to work.
Those celebrating a life well lived, full of love and concern, are his children: Becky (Randy) Gardner, Clayton (Sheryl), Tim (Bev), Alisa (Steve) Motzkus, and Stephanie (Bryan) Tagge; 23 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; siblings: Owen (Darlene), Karen (Verl) O'Brien and Grettle Carter; and anyone who ever ate Conrad's chicken.
The family would like to thank David Motzkus, grandson; Megan, Mikey, AJ and Dr. Allen of Brighton Hospice; and Taunda, Elenoa and Wanda of Home Option, for their loving and tender care.
The viewing will be held Friday, March 7, 2014, 6-8 p.m. at the East Millcreek 7th Ward, 3408 South Celeste Way (3000 E.). Graveside services will be held Saturday, March 8, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 "N" Street. Funeral services will follow Saturday at 12:00 noon at the church.

Published by Deseret News from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2014.
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I love you, Uncle Con! Your presence of joy was always abundant. When my son Remington, heard of your joining your sweetheart and loved ones on the other side, he said, "Uncle Con was awesome." A simple truism.
Recently, you and I had the most delightful phone conversation, where you described the fantastic time you had with your beloved family on New Years eve to the last fun detail!
Your sweet and devoted family paid you such a wonderful and fun tribute at the celebration of your life, yesterday.
Thank you for your spirit, your inspiring manner and for being such a great brother to my dad, Leo. I'm sure you're having a great time, now! (I will be doing a tribute soon on my facebook page, as well - looking for some photos.) ;)

Deborah Hansen Reed Holman

March 9, 2014

Dear Family - I was saddened to learn of Conn's passing. He was a grand good man. I am sorry I cannot be with you for the graveside or funeral services. I have always been proud to be a related. My love to each of you. Carolyn (Strong)

March 7, 2014

I love this photo. Uncle Conrad was always so cheerful and happy, and I think this great photo captures that. When I called Con on the phone just a few weeks ago he answered with that same wonderful cheerfulness. It was so great to hear his voice. We love you and we will miss you, Uncle Con.

Eric G. Hansen

March 6, 2014

I'm happy to have had the opportunity to meet Con through his devoted sister-in-law, Adele, who loved him like a brother. He will be greatly missed.

Suzanne Bradford

March 5, 2014

Dear Hansen family,

On behalf of the Sonderegger family I'd like to offer our condolences. Mom and Dad often spoke so highly of your family so please know you're in all our thoughts and prayers at this emotional time.

Chris Sonderegger

March 5, 2014

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