Carol Ruth Hansen

1949 - 2019

BORN

1949

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Donnellan Family Funeral Services

10045 Skokie Boulevard

Skokie, Illinois

Carol Hansen Obituary

Published by Donnellan Family Funeral Services on May 23, 2019.

Carol was born on May 16, 1949 and passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019. Carol was a resident of Illinois at the time of passing. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to: The National Arthritis Foundation 1355 Peachtree Street S.E. Suite 600 Atlanta, GA 30309 Info: or (847)675-1990.

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October 6, 2020

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Mary Klebba 3hulga

Dear Ray,
I am so sorry to learn about your loss. I too lost the love of my life in 2017.
Please stay strong.
Very sincerely,
Mary Klebba-Shulga

September 23, 2020

Friend

Judy McKinley

I am so sad to learn of Callie's death. She and I were fast friends in college, did our senior thesis together, shared many laughs together and remained friends for many years after. Whenever I returned to Chicago she was first on my list of friends to visit. Her strong spirit and marvelous artistic talents are what I will long remember.

November 22, 2019

A very sad passing for many. My sympathies to Callie's family & Martha. Callie & I were childhood friends, and I broke my arm as a 5 year old jumping the picket fence between our houses and landing on my arm. I also inherited the black cat that the Hansens couldn't keep. Perhaps their beagle (Muffie?) didn't like the cat. In the 1950s, candy bars were a nickle, and on summer days either Callie or I would be given a dime by one of our parents & we would split it to buy two candy bars at the corner drug store - Keefer & Templeton's. Fond memories from a bygone era. A friend to be missed. John Keeran

June 7, 2019

The Men and Women of the Wilmette Fire Department send our thoughts and prayers to all of Callie's family. She was also a member of our family and we will always remember her strength and her smile. She will be missed by us all.

June 6, 2019

Friend

Linda Mogge-Hartman

Callie and I first became friends while attending Willard Elementary School, in Evanston; that close friendship lasted into young adulthood. We shared classes, many friends, Brownies, Girl Scouts and plans for the future. Callie's love of family was always a cornerstone in her life; may that love be a source of peace and joy as you honor her beautiful spirit.

June 6, 2019

Friend

Ann Hellman Mcclain

Martha Im so sorry for your loss. I know what it means to lose a sister. Youre in my thoughts and prayers

June 5, 2019

Coworker

Fern Pollack

Martha, I was sorry to hear about your sister, Callie. I send my condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

June 3, 2019

Linda Selway

Martha, I was greatly saddened when my sister, Sue, a friend of Callie's since high school, told me about her death. I know from Sue and her friends what a special person Callie was as well as from knowing your gifts and appreciating you, her sister. Mike and Meredith join me in extending to you and your family our heartfelt condolence. We are thinking about you and Shirley during this sad time.

June 1, 2019

Aleaner Thurman

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

June 1, 2019

Lisa Goesling

When Martha and Shirley share stories about Callie all I can think of is boy...I wish I knew her. She was clearly loved and appreciated for her many kindnesses, her sense of humor (right up until the end) and her strength. Callie, you leave behind so many fans, hope you know just how deeply you are missed. Rest in peace.

May 30, 2019

My deepest condolences to the Hansen Family. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 bring you comfort during this difficult time. Knowing that there is a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

May 27, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family. May God's loyal love comfort you during this difficult time..Psalms 119:76

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