Richard Oscar Hansen

Hansen, Richard Oscar Born in St. Paul on August 24th, 1923 died last Wednesday, October 27, 2010. He was preceded in death by beloved wife, Frances Marie Krech and was the precious son of Frances Louise Graham and Oscar Jalamer Hansen. He was the loving father of Rick (Jean) Hansen, Debi Knudson, and Becki (Ken) Wilson; grandfather of Kristin (Keith), Lisa (Matt), Nick (Krissy), Cody, Abby, and Maddie; great- grandfather of Evan and Zoie; brother of Bob (Evelyn) and Jack (Carolyn) and also survived by his beloved black lab, Francie. Dick and his brothers were lifelong members of Boy Scout Troup 10, a group that still convenes. He was a decorated marine pilot serving in both World War II and the Korean War. During World War II, he was the recipient of the Naval Cross after bravely shooting down a kamikaze while flying through anti-aircraft fire from seven ships. Dick worked as a salesperson for Butler Steel Building Company until he became the proud owner of Rockato Building Systems. During retirement, he worked as a devoted Menards employee. Dick was an avid golfer and downhill skier and enjoyed spending time with his family. Memorial Service Monday, November 1, 2010 at 7 PM at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church at Charlton & Wentworth in West St. Paul. Visitation starting at 4 PM until time of service. Private family interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Alzheimer's Association.