Gary Hansen Obituary
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November 19, 2010
Dear Sarah and Ryan,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Dad. Gary was my high school classmate. He spoke about how much he loved you two when I last saw him at a reunion. Please know that you have a huge network of support - - - a large extended family, the many friends your Dad made throughout his lifetime and career, and an even larger community of faith. Those of us who care and send our love to you are many!
Elaine Biittner (RHS Class of 1976)
November 16, 2010
Gary was one of the outstanding young talents that Harmon Contract Glass recruited to their industry and he proved his value over and over. The Harmon family extends their sincere condolences to Gary's family.
Jerry Anderson
November 16, 2010
Sarah and Ryan:
Gary and I grew up together, one mile apart on the farm. We played endless games of kick the can, hide and go seek, apple fights, cob ball, and any kind of games with balls. Even though he would get the short end of the stick being the younger cousin to me and brother to Billy, we continued on in life like brothers.
Beautiful eulogies. Your father and mother thought the world of both of you.
Having lost my father at age 5, I can relate to the void in your heart. Remember to express and not bury the feelings or memories for your father. Remember to encourage and not dissuade those of us who knew your father to talk of him. Although this may never completely fill the void, it will be salve for the soul. Lastly, remember to be just like your mother and father, true to your heart. That will come as easy to you as it did to them.
Cousin Kevin
Paul Narveson
November 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of grief. Gary was a good friend. The Narveson Family
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November 15, 2010
Our thougths and prayers are with you. Michele&Jack
Ritz Family
November 15, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ritz Family
November 15, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 14, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this hard time.
The times I shared with Gary in High school will always be remembered. He was one of a kind!
Ken and Andrea Sabin Swea City Iowa
Emily & Christopher Allen
November 14, 2010
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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