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David Hans Obituary
Dave Hans passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2023 with family by his side. He was 79 years old.
Dave was born on October 31st, 1943 in Seattle, Washington. He grew up in Everett and Marysville and was in the class of 1962 at Everett High School.
Dave's first job was working for Maynard Construction. He built several homes in the Everett area, including his first home.
He served in the Army for several years of which he was always very proud.
After the Army he entered the automobile business. He was the sales manager at Joe Pignataro Chevrolet, and the general manager of both Harrington Chevrolet and Roy Robinson Chevrolet. He later owned his own car dealership, Hans, Cooley and Lee. Dave enjoyed the camaraderie and many friendships he made during those years.
When he and wife Patti moved to Las Vegas, Nevada he enjoyed another career as a limo driver. Most recently they lived in Southhaven, Mississippi and one of his joys there was delivering meals to homebound seniors.
He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Mable Hans.
He is survived by his wife Patti of 25 years, his daughters Darci Backes (Tom), Christi Dolleman (Doug), Lori Gish and Ashley Harkins (Justin), 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by Patti's children Chantel Goodner, Shawn Goodner (Erika), Shannon Goodner, and Tasha Boettecher (Patrick) and 7 grandchildren.
Dave was a people person, loved by many and was known for his warm smile and humor. He will be missed.
A Celebration of life to be announced at a later date.
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Joe T Massey Bruce Mississippi
April 9, 2023
Very sorry to hear about David. During difficult times as this, may you find a special peace and hope in the grace of our Lord Jesus.
Though we aren't saved by our works, it is a by-product of salvation, David's kindness toward others certainly will be rewarded.
John 3:16 and Romans 10:9-13 are foundation verses for our lives, may they be yours, for we never know when our road of life will also end.
Cindy Wellman
April 9, 2023
My parents were close friends with Mabel and Charlie and spent a lot of time together. I even used Charlie´s car to take my driving test as it was an automatic and my Dad´s wa, which I learned on. I was 5 years younger than Dave so he was often out and about and considered me the little kid! As we both grew up I eventually babysat for his 2 oldest daughters. And then as Dave entered the car business, he and my husband, Mark, became friends and we had several mutual friends. In many ways I feel I´ve known Dave most of my life. We became Facebook friends and I was so glad to see Dave had found true happiness with Patti! I will always hold fond memories of Dave as a boy and as a man! Sincere condolences to Patti and all of Dave´s family!
Kelly Rayson
April 9, 2023
Sorry to hear about Dave. I hadn't seen him since he moved to Las Vegas.
I met Dave on my 1st day of working for Roy Robinson back in 1986. He was the used car manager at the time and along with Dave McCullough, was quick to take me under his wing and show me the ropes of the car business both at work and over drinks after work.
What a great guy.
You almost never saw Dave without a smile on his face that he was looking to share. The man would definitely brighten up any room that he entered.
He will be missed,
Kelly
Tom Close
April 8, 2023
Great memories from the fifties. Good friend to a lot of people & to my brother & me. R I P Dave. Tom & Ken Close.
Ed Rose
April 8, 2023
One of the most quick witted funny men I´ve ever met I will miss him immensely Ed Rose
Jo Ann McNall
April 8, 2023
Dave really was a people person. He was a shirttail relative of mine (Maynard side) and one that I often enjoyed seeing over the years. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mary Alstad
April 8, 2023
It`s never easy to loose a classmate. Although I hadn`t seen Dave in many years, he will always remain that 7th grade boy I remember. So sorry for your loss.
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