Willard R. Hansen

I had the great honor of being the secretary for Bill Hansen when he worked for the Associated General Contractors of Iowa... I learned more about legislature and the role of lobbyists while working for him...It was a pleasure knowing him...Lisa Floyd

Bill was the parent who always seemed genuinely interested in my life and would share the enthusiasm I had for my work every Christmas when I came home. I loved him so much for that. And also his calm diplomacy when my mother and I were in conflict.

I wish I had been able to have one more visit with Bill. It was my privilege to work for him in our early years here in Cedar Falls. This was during his time serving in the Iowa State Legislature. Molly and I made sure all 3 flags (USA, Iowa, and Danish) he so proudly flew at his office building were raised and lowered daily in his absence. My husband Don and I knew Bill to be an intelligent, kind, gentle, generous man. An "All-American" in every sense of the word. My condolences to his...

I met Bill at the SCW Rotary Club. Bill ask me to run for the PORA board, I did & won. Next Bill guided me thru the Arizona Corporation Commission and Sun City West power & water rate cases. As his health started to fail, I then was able to continue to represent PORA for 6 1/2 years. He truly was a leader of our community.

Bill was the family member that kept me tethered to the family for most of my adult years. He always really listened with interest to my life circumstances and responded with encouragement and just so much kindness. And his was the phone call I received when enduring difficulties. He lives on within me through his love he shared with me and my love for him and gratitude for being so much more than just stepdad.