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Donald Hanes Obituary
Donald Philip, Sr.
Gillett PA: Age 55, passed away at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, January 22, 2012, with his loving family by his side. Don was born in Wellsboro PA November 7, 1956, a son of Harry T. and Miriam (Clark) Hanes. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 30 years, Bettyjeanne Wood Hanes; son Donald P. Hanes, Jr. of Gillett; daughter Heatherlyn R. Hoose of Gillett with sons, Gavin Thomas and Ander Paul; sister, Katrina Hanes; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lynn and Cathy Hanes with son Matthew; Thomas and Lori Hanes with daughter Alisa; Nathan and Priscilla Hanes; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Don worked as a machine operator at Anchor Glass for nearly 23 years. He was an avid fisherman. Don's best times were those spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren. A service celebrating Don's life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 708 Lena Place, (corner of Lena Place and Bancroft Road) Elmira. Arrangements by McInerny Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Hanes
January 28, 2012
Dear betty and family. so sorry to hear about don. he was a very sweet person. look forward to seeing him in the new world with your family when he will once again be healthy and happy. love to your family mike and chris morrison
Marlene Raynor
January 28, 2012
Thinking of you all.... The Raynors
January 27, 2012
We send our deepest sympathy and love to all those in the Hanes family. What a great tragedy to lose so many - so young-of our loved ones.Many have wanted to make it through this system of things but were unable. What a wonderful hope though we have in the earthly resurrection! May we use this time to reflect on our own mortality and to count our many blessings. Wallace & Florella
January 26, 2012
sending our love and sympathy to all the Hanes family. the Bixby's
John & Esther Huntington
January 26, 2012
Betty & Family
So sorry for your loss.Don was a very kind person and love life.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
Walter Wood
January 25, 2012
To my sister Betty who lost her soul mate. My heart goes out to you and your children and also to Don's mom and dad. I loved Don like a brother, he was more than a brother-in-law. I don't know of any unkind bone in his body. I will miss him dearly.
January 25, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Clint and Sharon Krivulka
January 24, 2012
To all the Hanes family,
Know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are deeply sadden to hear the news of Donny. May you be comforted that Jehovah cares and knows the pain you all feel at this time.
Prayers be with you all, Clint, Sharon & Bonnie Krivulka
Jean Lucas-Korman
January 24, 2012
Katrina,
Life.....so fragile, Loss....so sudden, Heart....so broken,...in the wake of such a loss, we are haunted by things we dont, and may never understand. Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection. May that love lift you and hold you close, and give you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. There's nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you and the entire family and send my deepest condolences.
Sincerely,
Jean Lucas-Korman
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January 24, 2012
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to the Hanes family.
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