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1951
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2017
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Diane Hansgen Obituary
St. Joseph
Feb. 11, 1951 - May 11, 2017
Diane Delores Hansgen, age 66, St. Joseph, MN, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, May 11, 2017.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 17, 2017 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Benson Funeral Home, St. Cloud, MN and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 10:30 AM at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Duelm, MN. Burial will be in St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery, Duelm, MN.
Diane was born on February 11, 1951 in St. Cloud, MN to Roy and Irene (Smelter) Jurek. After graduating from Foley High School in 1969, Diane married Nick Hansgen on July 11, 1971 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Duelm. Diane worked for many years as a regional sales manager at St. Cloud Restaurant Supply and then as the operations manager at Crossroads Liquor which she and Nick owned together. Most recently she worked at Thomsen's Greenhouse and at the Crossroads Center Target store. She was blessed to have never actually worked a day in her life, as she always loved what she did. Diane was passionate about sports, attending all of her boys sporting events and cheering on the Twins, Vikings and Timberwolves. She treasured gardening, and she reached the level of Master Gardener. She was a member of the MN Horticulture Society where she served as treasurer and gave numerous presentations each year on gardening. She loved the North Shore, the yearly trips she took with her sisters and the occasional family poker game. She was thrilled to be a grandmother and adored the time she spent with her grandsons. Diane will be remembered for her generosity, putting others first, and her gift of gab. She never met a stranger and could easily talk the ear off of a gnat. Survivors include her sons, Nick "J.R." (Jessica) Hansgen, Jr. of Chanhassen, MN; Kris Hansgen of Plymouth, MN; her two wonderful grandsons, Cole and Blake Hansgen; brothers and sisters, Carol McNeal of St. Joseph; Bob Jurek of Duelm, MN; Curt (Mary) Jurek of Duelm, MN; Cindi (Lyden) Moe of Duelm, MN; and numerous nieces and nephews whom she cherished.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
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Ken Schwagel
May 18, 2017
I first met Diane when I was on leave from the military. I first noticed her smile and her laugh. In later years we drifted apart, much to my regret. She was an amazing lady and very special. I read about her passing in todays paper. She will be missed.
Tony Jarousek Agency
May 18, 2017
Diane was always an absolute pleasure. She will be deeply missed. Our sympathy goes out to all of the family.
Va Philippi
May 17, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dianne! I worked with her at Thomsens! I will always remember her smile!
My sympathy to her whole family!
deb drake
May 15, 2017
I am just reading this now!! WOW!! I just got done reading this. i worked with Diane at Target and she was one of my closet friends there. She had a smile for everyone and I really enjoyed visiting with her everytime we worked.I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
Linda Leuer
May 15, 2017
Diane and I were fellow classmates. Since we had the same last name, we were always being asked if we were cousins. I don't think I ever saw her without that bright smile. Diane was a kind, warm soul. She will always be as close as a memory. The God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer. With Deepest Sympathy
Sharon Farrah
May 15, 2017
I worked at Target with Diane and we talked about many things from the fact that we shared the same family tree to our children and the things of life, she always had a positive outlook on life and so much more; and I will always think of her when I see the precious decorative grass plant she gave to me. I pray that all of her family is comforted in this great time of loss; so unexpected; knowing that God will hold her in his hands and hold each of you in his hands.
Celia Whitehouse
May 15, 2017
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Diane at Target. She was always so kind and helpful to me as a "newbie". Always made you feel so loved. Diane's passing will be felt by many. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends at this time.
Karen Smelter
May 14, 2017
Sorry for your lose, prayers to the Jurek family and friends of her's. May God bless you at this time.
Patti Lutz
May 14, 2017
So saddened to hear of your tremendous loss! You all have my deepest sympathy! Enjoyed all the visits I had with Diane, she was such a happy delightful person! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Patti Lutz
Natalie Spiczka
May 14, 2017
I am so deeply sorry for Diane's family, friends and loved ones. She was a bright spot in the lives of many. She had a hug and a warm, genuine smile for everyone. Gone too soon. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered. May you all find comfort in the love of each other and those around you. Love and hugs.
sandy chew
May 14, 2017
I am in shock to be reading this, what a selfless, loving , vivacious woman. She loved family and all things, living. I was blessed to know her and her great love of family and friend and to have been her hairstylist, she was a super hard working happy kady, she will be missed. To her family please accept my sympathy.
May 14, 2017
I am in shock reading this today, I was lucky to have gotten to know this selfless, giving, nurturing lady, and also got to be her hairstylist. She so loved her family and all beauty of the earth. To her lived ones please accept my sympathy, she and her vivacious smile and zest for living and family will truly be missed.
julie kuschel
May 14, 2017
So sorry to hear of Diane's passing. I only talked to her a few times but she was so bright and easy to talk to. I will keep her and her family in my prayers.
Helen Goebel
May 14, 2017
I will miss Diane's beautiful smile her elegant way with flowers and spending Christmas eve with Diane and Santa.
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