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Bridgett Hanne Obituary

HANNE Bridgett Rollins Hanne, died February 12, 2011, peacefully, and at home with her husband, Paul, and sister, Yvonne, at her side. She was 54. She bravely fought a 4 year battle with cancer. Bridgett was born September 7, 1956 in Smyrna, Tennessee to John Evon Rollins Sr. and Ruth Marie Hunt Kampa. She was raised in Paxton, Illinois. She began her modeling career with the Lady Elaine Modeling Agency in Chicago. She was a Playboy Centerfold. Her last modeling job was the Glamourcon 50 show in Long Beach, California on November 13 and 14, 2010. Her greatest accomplishment was creating the best home possible for her children. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Paul Kerby Hanne; daughter, Sara Jane Stewart Cantwell and husband, Chad; sons, Evan Davis Stewart, Seaman 3rd Class, U.S. Navy, John Rollins Hanne, Private First Class U.S. Army; grandchildren, Grace Elaine Cantwell, Abiageal Marie Cantwell and Orin Peden Cantwell. She is survived by four sisters and two brothers, Elvira Maria Gavilan Leon, Shirley Ann Gavilan Valez, William Allen Gavilan, Sr., and wife, Isabel, John Evon Rollins, Jr. and wife, Evelyn, Yvonne Marie Rollins Sterner, Joy Rollins Abbuehl and husband, Dan; many nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Dottie. The Family is greatly indebted for the caring service from their beloved friend and Physician, Dr. David Butler. A memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. March 5, 2011 in the Sanctuary at Bethany United Methodist Church, 10010 Anderson Mill Rd., Austin, Texas, 78750. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org, or Hospice of Austin, www.hospiceaustin.org. Condolences may be made at www.beckchapels.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 14 to Feb. 16, 2011.

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Gary Hendrickson

June 28, 2025

Bridgett was one of my favorite playboy playmates. Rest in Gods hands, lovely lady

John

February 8, 2025

Another year has passed, yet any mention of her name recalls all the appreciation I have held her in since first becoming aware of her. Peace be with you, dear woman. You are loved by many you never even met.

John Caputo

February 8, 2021

I wish that I had known Bridgett, but outside of becoming Facebook friends with her shortly before her untimely passing, my connection is intuitively speculative. Her spirit reminds me of my mother, who also lost her battle with cancer at an even younger age. I saw in MS. Rollins both a genuine sweetness and a hunger for enjoyment. It showed in the fire in her eyes and in the gentle nature in her special smile!. She seemed to carry herself with grace, where others with a similar career path could not muster. When the Wizard in Oz says that one is measured by the number of people who love them,, this is true of her. I like to think that if we had met AR a younger age, we would have enriched each other's lives with laughter and shared insights. Surely those who loved and knew her most, miss her most. My heart goes out to you who read my sincere thoughts.

Albert Uribe

December 8, 2017

I remember a very sweet girl in Houston Texas that loved life.

Chuck Fles

November 14, 2011

My symapthies to the family. I never met Bridgett, but I remember her pictorials in Playboy magazine. I wish God's blessings on all of you.

Frank Antonacci

September 23, 2011

I was fortunate enough to work with Bridgett at her last appearance, Glamourcon LA. She was SO lively, so much fun, she'd light up the room when she entered. Her Glamourcon family will miss her very much !
Frank Antonacci

Ed Reuteler

September 3, 2011

She was a terrific person, full of energy and enthusiasm. The world is certainly a poorer place with her passing.

paul alex

August 27, 2011

i remember the issue she was in when my dad first got it. i couldn't wait for the following month's issue so i could snatch the centerfold of bridget. i did and she grarced my bedroom wall for months. I noticed she had an innocent endearing quality about her that only. enhanced her sexuality. she also brought great dignity to the meaning of womanhood. well years past and my "girly" collection was put away when i married. a while ago i came across a website with her picture on it. she has been my book mark for sometime now. yesterday was the first time i thought to "google" her to see what ever happened to her. i was devistated to see she was gone. i feel for her family, but am sure she is in a great place now. bless you bridget for inspiring this older boy in his younger days and i nish i could have met you before your short time here drew to a close.

John Caputo

May 4, 2011

I am so saddened to learn of Bridgett's untimely passing. Though I was never fortunate to have met her or know her, for some reason I felt a genuine connection to her for 35 years. Therefore, I was quite honored when she accepted me as a friend on Facebook, and had hoped to converse with her there. I was quite happy then to read that she was happily married and with a family she clearly loved and delighted in. I'm sorry she never got to read those words from me. To her husband and family, I express my most sincere condolences. My own mother was a victim of the same horrible disease, passing away at age 43 after a three year battle,so I know firsthand the heartbreak you must be feeling. I'm sure that she was every bit as sweet and caring as she was beautiful. My thoughts will be with you especially this coming Mother's Day. May you be comforted by the numerous lovely memories of her life.

Steve Newport

March 7, 2011

I went to Jr. High with Bridgett in Rantoul, Ill. She was such an awesome young woman back then... I have not seen her since the 8th grade BUT I will never forget her smile. Something made me google her name today... what a sad day.

Donna Maxwell

March 5, 2011

I will miss you Bridgett! You were a great friend, neighbor, & mother. My prayers are with your family. XOXO

March 2, 2011

To Paul,Sara, Evan, John, and all of Bridgett's family: Our prayers are with all of you. As for sweet Bridgett, you live on in our hearts forever. Love, "Annabelle," Gib, and family

Rick Goodnight

February 24, 2011

In 1979 Bridgett and I were in a play together and we became friends for a brief period. It was her first acting role and she did a wonderful job. That was over 30 years ago and I haven't had any contact with her since. But I had an uncontrollable urge to google her today. I can only believe she was saying goodbye. My heart goes out to you and your family. Bridgett was truly a wonderful person who touched my life as well as everyone who met her.

Rod

February 22, 2011

Our paths never crossed, but you touched the world and my heart. Peace be with your family and those close

Daniel Cano

February 17, 2011

Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation. For they are us, our bodies are only wilted leaves on the tree of life. ~Albert Einstein

I think of this quote when I think of Bridgett Rollins Hanne because I know her daughter Sara Jane very well. And though I was never that acquainted with Bridgett, I know every great quality she ever possessed because they shine every day in her daughter Sara Jane Cantwell. Her brave fight with cancer moved us all to compassion and though she may not physically be here with us any more, she will always live through the many special lives she's touched. I would like her family and friends to know my sympathies, thoughts, and prayers are with you, and may God bless you all.

Monica Tidwell

February 17, 2011

Will always remember our days working together at the PB club in Chicago and your beautiful generous smile. God bless.

Jacqueline Branson

February 17, 2011

Sara,
Your Family is in our prayers.Stay stronge.

Steph Freitag

February 17, 2011

Now I lay me down to sleep. You are in a happy, beautiful, and painfree place now. Continue to watch over sara. You are beautiful; forever young

Dawn Grondin

February 16, 2011

Sara,
Your family is in our hearts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

Melanie Masso

February 16, 2011

Corinthians 5:8 But we are confident and have a good will to be absent rather from the body and to be present with the Lord.

February 16, 2011

Barbara Wilkins

February 16, 2011

To honor the memory of a beautiful lady.
With deepest sympathy,
Barbara Wilkins

February 16, 2011

Our prayers are with you all the way to heaven! May you rest in Peace.
The Nagle Family

"Trust in the Lord for ever"...Isiah 26

Ulan King

February 16, 2011

Although I never met you Bridgett, you have given us all a way to know you thru your daughter Sara. Her loving demeanor, great personality and kind heart surely can be traced back to your upbringing, guidance and example. May we all be blessed to leave behind such a beautiful everlasting legacy. Until the day we can meet – Adieu. (Job 14:14, 15)

Leslie Sherwood

February 16, 2011

Love you Sara Jane!! I'm so sorry for your loss.

Sara Cantwell

February 16, 2011

You are my Angel mom! I love you forever!
Love,
Sara Jane, your Bunny

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