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Arthur Hansen Obituary
A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
He was born Dec. 9, 1944 in Chicago, son of Arnold and Esther (Rozumalaski) Hansen.
Arthur moved to Alaska in 1966 and lived at Big Lake after he served his country honorably during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army serving for eight years.
He worked as a transportation sales specialist for over 30 years before his retirement and enjoyed fishing, hunting and going on long drives. He also enjoyed reading Louie L'Amour books and spending time with his granddaughters.
He will be loved and missed by his family and friends he made along his life's journey.
Arthur is survived by his sons Monty and daughter-in-law Cindy Watson of Big Lake; Jim and daughter-in-law Lesa Hansen of Wasilla. He is also survived by his granddaughters Hayley Watson of Big Lake, Taylor and Sydney Hansen of Wasilla; sisters and brother-in-law Barb and Jerry Best of Buchanan, Mich., and Mary Lee Heiermann of Arlington, Texas and numerous friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Esther Hansen. and his brother Jim Hansen
The family suggests memorial donations in his memory may be sent to Mat Su Regional Hospice, 950 E. Bogard Rd., Suite 132, Wasilla 99654
His ashes will be scattered throughout his favorite spots in Alaska.
The family was cared for by Valley Funeral Home and Crematory, Wasilla.
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Memories and Condolences
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Hal
April 21, 2023
It's been 12 years and I still think of you often - time is moving on and I'm getting closer to that cup of hobo coffee - I miss you Buddy
hal mandery
April 28, 2011
the very best friend i ever had. your spirt will guide me and your memory will be with me until we meet around the campfire for a cup of hobo coffee. i love buddy.
Debbie, Kyle Mueller
April 27, 2011
My family and I are so sorry to hear of Arts passing. He was a sweet and understanding soul. Always had a kind thing to say and always made me smile.I will always remember him with a smile. God Bless you all.
All my love and thoughts are with you always. He loves his Grandkids!! He is truley in a better place.
Mel Smithson
April 27, 2011
So sorry to hear this. We gave our dog (Allie) to Art when we lived in Alaska. He was such a kind spirit. We always enjoyed his company. May God bless Arthur.
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