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John Hansen Obituary
John P. "Pete" Hansen, age 54, of Council Bluffs, passed away suddenly at Mercy Hospital on February 4, 2007.
Pete was born November 13, 1952, in Council Bluffs to the late James C. and Betty E. (Jolley) Hansen, Sr. He was graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1970 and served our country in the U.S. Air Force. Pete married Gloria Ettleman on May 10, 1974, and to this union two children were born. He worked for Sears at the Midlands Mall and retired in 2002 from the Council Bluffs Community School District as district supervisor of the custodial dept., after 30 years of service. Pete was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and was an assistant Boy Scout leader. He loved his paintings, windchimes, NASCAR, KC Royals and KC Chiefs.
Pete was preceded in death by his brothers, William Hansen and James C. Hansen who passed away on February 4, 2007.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Gloria Hansen; daughter, Nicole Dvorak, both of Council Bluffs; son, Chad Hansen and wife Courtney, of Maryville, Mo.; grandchildren, Bryant and Noah Dvorak, Grady Hansen, Hunter and Torrie McGlothin; granddogs, Brownie and Hoops; sisters, Karen Ettleman and husband Ronald "Butch", Susan Widtfeldt and husband Ray, Betty "Kathy" Collinson and husband, Lawrence, all of Council Bluffs, Helen Hunt and husband Willard, of Polk City, Iowa; brothers, Frank Hansen and wife Danette, of Council Bluffs, Robert "Bobby" Hansen and wife Gail of York, Neb.; nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pete helped everyone and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Visitation with the family, Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary. Funeral Service, Friday, 11 a.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home with Rev. R. Ronald Rosenkaimer, pastor of Faith Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors tendered by American Legion Post #2. A lunch will follow at Faith Lutheran Church. The family will direct memorials.
Memories and Condolences
for John Hansen
Nicole Dvorak
March 8, 2007
Dad..I have so much I want to say but the words are just not there yet. It hurts so much that your not here. Please don't worry about mom, the boys and I. We are going to be okay. We have you looking out for us and guiding the way. Thank you for always being here for me and for my boys. The last 6 months were a gift from GOD. I will treasure it always. Thank you dad for loving me. I will miss you more than you can imagine. I love you always. Your daughter Nicole
Danette Hansen
February 26, 2007
Pete you will be truly missed you were one of the wittiest men I have ever known. Your witt and humor will be greatly missed at the annual Hansen Christmas dinner. Hope you and Jim are getting along well. Your sister-in-law of 33 years. Danette
Thank you all very much for all the card, thoughts, prayers flowers etc sent during our familiy's trying time.
Sue Widtfeldt (Sister)
February 26, 2007
This past month has been a very hard time for our family, but I would like to take time to remember my brother, Pete - WOW what a brother! He was always there, no matter what was happening in his life, he made time for each and everyone one of us. Whether it be a brother or sister, or neice or nephew, with a question or thought, he was there. He will be so missed by our family. There will definitely be a void in our family. The holidays will be very different without Pete's imput--he could make you smile about anything going on in your life or in the world. From all the love and support shown by all of you I know he was a very special person to each and every one of you as he was to us. Thank you again for all your support and love. Thank God for letting us be a part of Pete's life.
Shannon Cde Baca
February 19, 2007
John was the head custodian at TJ for several years while I taught there. He led his crew with such skill. He could have been a leader anywhere. He had a way of making people laugh and want to do good work for him. That is a rare gift. This was an honorable and honest man. The last time I saw him was at TJ just before he reitred he was saying how much he was looking forward to spending more time with his grandkids and working on little projects at home. I will keep you folks in my prayers.
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Jenny Brooks(formerly Kerns)
February 12, 2007
I'm so very sorry for your losses. I can't imagine what you all are going through. Please accept my sincere condolences, and know I'm praying for your family to get through this terrible time. I was friends with some of you long ago and I haven't forgotten.Stick together..that will help.
Robert (Bobby) Hansen
February 9, 2007
TO MY FAMILY: THANK GOD WE ARE THEIR FOR EACH OTHER, THIS HAS BEEN ONE HELL OF A WEEK, SPECIAL THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO WAS THEIR FOR US DURING BOTH BROTHERS SERVICES, I ALWAYS SAID I WAS STRONG, BUT THIS WAS THE WORSE THING OUR FAMILY HAS BEEN THRU,ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU PASTOR AND THE FINE LADIES AT FAITH. I LOVE YOU GUYS..
Erick Alverio, PT
February 9, 2007
You will be missed. I enjoyed working with you.
Denny & Patty Mulvania
February 9, 2007
We are very sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Thinking
of you in your time of sorrow.
Jacki Hayes
February 9, 2007
My deepest sympathy.
Judy Coburn
February 8, 2007
Gloria, Nikki, Chad I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You have such a great family that I know that they will be there for you.
Brett & Tabitha Wilkins & kids
February 8, 2007
Aunt Gloria-- You,Chad,Nikki and the grandkids are in our thoughts and prayers. Brett and I are so thankful that we have had the last seven years back here to be able to enjoy Uncle Pete's company most of all his jokes. Chloe' will miss him dearly as she says noone to have intellectual conversations now, she loved her conversations with Uncle Pete. We will always be here if you need anything. Much love to you and the family.
Richard & Macyl Reeves
February 8, 2007
We're so sorry to learn of John's death thru the Nonpareil's web site while we're in TX. We knew John during the time he worked for the C. B. School System. He was always a friendly, caring person. Our sincere condolenses.
Terry & Tracy Minahan
February 8, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sally and Gordy Spidell
February 8, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kathy Jo Mass-Johnson
February 8, 2007
I have been trying to trace back through the years to when I first met Pete. It was in Kindergarten. Pete sat directly behind me. When he would get mad at me, he would threatened to cut off my long braids with his scissors. I knew he didn't mean it, as he always said it, with a BIG grin on his face! Yes, that was Pete and we were great friends! At Faith Lutheran school, Pete was my best friend! As the years passed he really thought of me as a "pest", as I was at his house almost every day playing with Sue. He was kinda like a brother and his mom and dad always made me feel like I was Kathy Jo Hansen instead of Kathy Jo Mass!
My heart aches for all of the Hansen family this week!
I have asked God so many times to wrap His tender loving arms around each of you, and to give you strength. Although I live so far away, please know that I am with all of you in thought and in prayer. I send my love to each of you! May God be with you!
Chad Hansen
February 7, 2007
I want to take a moment and thank each and everyone of you for remembering my father. John, in his own way touched everyone he meet thru his humor or conversation. So again thank you for your kind words. Chad Hansen
Charm Smith
February 7, 2007
John always worked hard to care for his people and buildings. I remember him as a fun co-worker who knew how to sweat and could tell some great stories. May God hold you in His hands.
Jeff Wilson
February 7, 2007
I think back through all the years I've known Pete, I think he was always the one who had a good joke about anything and words about everything. For many years, he has always been what seemed the one who kept the family informed on any event, good or bad. He also kept the e-mail boxes full of jokes, and his view on the many common scense events that were always front topic in the political arena, kind of like our families version of Will Rogers. I truly never knew Pete as well as the rest of those who were around him daily, however, from what I knew of him, he seemed a good man. I know aunt Gloria will miss him, as well as the kids. Just remember to celebrate his life, not be sad from his passing. I truly think he would have wanted every one to live on in their lives with the gifts of him, he gave everyone. Aunt Gloria, smile and know Pete will always be there beside you through the rest of your life. He will be your strength, and comfort you in times when it will seem the world is on your shoulders. My heart goes out to you.
Galvan family
February 7, 2007
Hansen family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The boys are going to miss "Crazy Pete".
Steve & Michelle Fowler
February 7, 2007
Nicole, Bryant, Noah & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care!
Steve & Michelle Fowler & Pack 501
Mike and Linda Messerli
February 7, 2007
Gloria, Nikki, and Chad, Mike and I are deeply saddened by the passing of your husband and father. I knew John at Kirn for many years and believe me, there was always a friendly smile to greet, teachers, students, parents, and many community people. He remains a positive inspiration to all who knew him.
Kristin Kelley, Weiss
February 7, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss.
Bobbi Parker
February 7, 2007
Helen, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Alegent Health staff General Surgery. Bobbi Parker
Diana Wunderlich
February 7, 2007
Aunt Gloria~my heart and prayers go out to you and the kids and grandkids. I have missed so many years as it was not getting to be up there with you all, and now I will miss being able to talk to him on the computer and all the funny jokes he would send me!
My love to you all!
Betsy Wise (Spidell)
February 7, 2007
My Prayers go out to the whole family.
Nikki, Gloria & Chad praying for all your strength. God Bless
CONNIE RANKIN (ACOX)
February 7, 2007
HELEN, MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU & YOUR FAMILY - DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU..
JEANNE JONES
February 7, 2007
HELEN, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN YOUR LOSS - KEEPING YOU & YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.
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