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Wesley Hansen Obituary

Wesley J. Hansen Together Again! Wesley J. Hansen passed from this life to return to his Creator on July 2nd, 2007 with his Mom, Dad, and brother Darin at his bedside, from complications of pneumonia, just five days prior to his 47th birthday. Wes was born in Payson, Utah on July 7, 1960, the second beloved son of George and Nancy Brown Hansen. He graduated from Highland High School in Salt Lake City and Brigham Young University where he excelled in music, drama, and cheerleading. His world travels began when he was called to serve as a missionary in the Spain Madrid Mission. He loved the people and the food of Spain his entire life. He loved traveling the world over, from Asia to Europe, from South America to Africa. Although he would travel standby around the world, he really preferred first class, seat 2B. His career was spent mostly working for American Airlines and Sabre, a perfect job for someone who loved to travel and was so very creative at events planning. Wes's job took him to London England for three years, where he performed his events magic! Wes loved to create spellbinding events (i.e. One time he hired a helicopter to drop orchids on the attendees on the Island of Maui. The more outrageous, all the better!) Wes loved music, and his baby grand piano brought him many hours of great joy. Wes loved to ski, and some say he looked like Stein Eriksen on skis! Wes enjoyed cooking gourmet meals, and his friends and family savored Wes's culinary creations, as well as his irresistible, mischievous sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his older brother Brad Hansen, his grandparents Jay and Blanche Brown and Mark and Carrie Hansen, and his beloved Boston Terrier "China". He is survived by his parents and his brothers Darin (Susie) Hansen of Alpine and Shawn (Michelle) Hansen of Palo Alto, CA, and 10 nieces and nephews who will always remember their Uncle Wes. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Grandview First Ward Chapel, 2930 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, Utah. According to Wes's wishes, no viewing will be held. Wes's family will receive friends from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Wes, we love you eternally!

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Published by Deseret News from Jul. 6 to Jul. 7, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Wesley Hansen

14 Entries

Matthew Stevens

July 13, 2007

Dear George and Nancy,

I hope you have both been comforted during this difficult transition, and that you will forgive me for not keeping in better touch. I have such fond memories of you all, and the good times I had in your home. I cherish my friendship with Wes. It was so much fun! He embraced life with such exuberance. I often regail my seminary class with stories of our adventures. I'm so glad to have known him. He helped me through some difficult years. All my best, and God bless.

Shauna strong

July 11, 2007

George & Nancy,

I'm so sad to hear about Wes' passing. He was always and will forever be a dear friend of mine. I have so many memories of doing crazy things with Wes and Matt. He was a big part of our family and a great friend to me. He practically lived at our house all through Jr. High and High School and we loved having him around. Even after I was married he came and stayed in our apartment in San Jose, Calif. and we had a great time reminiscing about old times. Matt, Wes, and I were all together the night that Wes had gone through the temple for the first time before his mission and it was such a wonderful evening. I'll always cherish that memory and think fondly of our times we had together. Love to you all,
Shauna Stevens Strong

Bob Teerink

July 11, 2007

Dear Hansen family,
Word has reached me of Wes' passing and I am very sad, indeed. Back in 1988, I hired Wes to work for me as International Specialist in the Advertising and Sales Promotion department at Sabre Headquarters in Dallas. The pressure was on, as essentially he was to replace me as I had been promoted to the manager's position. He had some "big shoes" to fill. Placing him in the position was one of the best hiring decisions I made. He fit in perfectly with the rest of the team and became close friends with many of them, including me. And he dedicated himself to continually delivering quality products and services. His time in Dallas, of course, paved the way for his stint in Europe which I know he cherished. Even though our careers took us in different directions, whenever we bumped into each other it was always a wonderful moment and the years in between melted away. I know you will miss him greatly... for his love of life, his love of family and friends, and his marvelous and wicked sense of humor. My sincere condolences go out to you at this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that his time here on earth was well lived and he touched many people along the way.

Crystal Farish Beutler

July 9, 2007

Dear George and Nancy,

I am so very sad to hear about the passing of Wes. He was such a great friend to me and I have many memories of laughing hysterically with him. I will never forget the time Wes tried to teach me how to drive a stick shift mustang. He started yelling at me in the voice of his drama teacher "Mr. Alred." It was so funny I almost crashed the car. I had to give up, and I think Wes even ended up buying the mustang because I couldn't reach the gas pedal. Wes was so full of life and I will miss him. It's been a long time since I've seen your family, but I have fond memories of all of you and my days in the Grandview Ward. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathleen Kerby

July 8, 2007

Dear George, Nancy and family,

Laurel phoned me this evening, Sunday, to say that her Dad told her that he had attended Wesley's funeral yesterday, and I want you to know that my thoughts are with you at this time. I can't imagine the sadness you feel over losing this son. I had tiny children when we moved into Grandview Ward, so I never got to know your older two boys, but I remember thinking that you had an Ensign magazine cover family. I will always remember and appreciate your generosity to my family,especially Nancy's work with Young Women.

Sincerely,

Kathy Kerby

Kellie & Douglas Carling

July 6, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. We miss you guys and are very sorry to hear of your loss. Thanks for all the love and support you have given our family I hope we can return the favor someday! Peace be with you!

Gloria Rumel

July 6, 2007

Dear George, Nancy, Darin and Shawn, I was so saddened when I read the obit on Wes. He was always a beautuful boy and fun in the neighborhood playing with our kids.Our family has many memories of our children. Love you all an wish you comfort and peace. Love, Gloria Rumel

Lisa Rumel-Cretsinger

July 6, 2007

Dear George, Nancy, Darin & Shaun and families,

So sorry to hear about Wes! I have fun and fond memories growing up with Wes, he was a light in the neighborhood - cheerful, funny and creative, everyone's friend. I sort of looked up to the older kids and he was one of them. He seemed to always have a whole group of friendly people around him.

I lost track of you guys over the years, but really pleased to share so much with all of you as my next-door neighbors for sixteen years.

What a great family!

Thanks for all the love you showed to the Rumel's over the years, especially David.

sincerely,

Annette Milner

July 6, 2007

Wesley! I spent some of the happiest moments of my childhood with you! I remember climbing Mary Jo McManama's tree in her back yard and I got stuck and you made me laugh so hard I couldn't get out of the tree!

You told me to "jump" and you would catch me! You were the elf in our fairyland and I was the fairy (yeah!) of course when it came time to fly - only you could!

All the scary stories we told to each other. You didn't want me to go home. I remember the excuses that didn't fly either. "Batman and Robin needed my help and it was a matter of national security .... my parents didn't buy it!

I just hope that the heaven you find will be as beautiful and fun as the one you created for me.

With all my love!!!!! Your 4th grade pal.... Annette

Paul and Shirley Griffiths

July 6, 2007

George and Nancy - Our condolences go out to you and your family. May the gospel bring you peace and remind you of the knowledge that you will be together with Wesley and what a great day that will be.

Keep the faith and remember all the great times you had with him.

Joyce Cherrington

July 6, 2007

Wes...what to say....I have thought about you soooooo many times over all these years.You are so much the greatest part of my young childhood memories.....the laughter...LOL...when we worked at Fischer Dairy together and you used to lock me in the freezer and laugh then we would talk for hours and you would fix my hair and tell me how I should were it like Holly. I just found our kindergarten picture together.....you still remain to me the darling little boy with that mischevious smile that I adored, my friend. I treasure every memory I have of you and wish so much that I had stayed in touch.....I am so very sorry I could not have been there for you. You will always remain one of my deepest and fondest of memories..I am so sorry for your loss, but he touched so many lives...thank you Wes....

Mark Lawrence

July 6, 2007

Wes and I had intermittent times meeting and having lots of fun together. Thankfully one such time was during the Holiday season last year. It was so great reconnecting with Wes. His infectious laugh spawned by his truly original sense of humor could only evoke fondness. We had spoken in the recent weeks planning to meet before his birthday again. I'm sorry you're gone at so young an age, Wes. Thank you for all the great times we had together. My prayers for comfort and peace are with you, George, Nancy, Darrin, Shawn and your families.

Mary L Barnes

July 6, 2007

Nancy and George, How sad to read about Wes and his passing, We will always remember him as that handsome young man in the Grand View ward. He and our daughter Cheryl had some fun and a little mischevous at times with their fun in the ward and Highland High. Our prayers are with you at this time and knowing he is with Brad and our Heavenly Father.
Mary and Bob Barnes

Hauley Farish

July 5, 2007

Dear Nancy & George,
My heart felt sympathies go out to you and your family. I'm so sorry that I lost touch with Wes and have tried to contact him in the last few years. Joyce Cherrington and I just called your house in another attempt to find him and your daughter in law informed us of his passing. We have such funny and wonderful memories of him. He was such a spirted guy that would make us laugh til we cried. How sad we couldn't find him before tonight. And how strange that I just happened to be in town. His memory will live on with me ALWAYS!!
Much Love, Hauley Farish

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