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for Donald Hanlin
May 9, 2013
MY BEST FRIEND, THE LOVE OF MY LIFE... MARRIED 41 YEARS ON MAY 20, 2013. TOGETHER FOR 44 YEARS. THANK YOU FOR SO MANY AWESOME, BEAUTIFUL YEARS. IN A BLINK WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN!!! ALL MY LOVE DONNY BOY...YOUR, ABBIE
Sue Rohlfing
April 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your lose. Don and I were childhood friends into our teens. I remembr him playing the guitar and singing. He was also good at freeze tag that we played in front of Judy's house (she lived next to the Hanlins) out in the field.
Myrna Magliulo
April 28, 2013
Dear Abbie and family, Really sorry to hear about losing Don. It's been many years, but you guys have always had a special place in my heart. I remember Dan as such a Good guy, devoted husband and father. I'm sure it will take all your strength to live without him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless all of you, your loved ones and friends at this time. I will reflect on our shared memories, with happiness.
Love,
Myrna
April 26, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Dalton Family - Gurnee,IL
Janice B. Dodson
April 25, 2013
I worked with Don in the welding dept. at Barrett Electonics. At the time, I was the only female welder in that department. I deeply regret to hear of his death, and hope you have peace.
Willie Figgs
April 24, 2013
To Abbie and Family:
Sorry to hear of Donald passing. He was a joy to be around. I have some wonderful memories of Donald attending gatherings held by the Lyon Magnet School staff. Abbie, I know Donald was the apple of your eye. I also know that Donald would want you to keep your hand in God's hand and be very strong. Continue to walk with the Lord.
Louie 'Luigi" Rivera
April 24, 2013
Abbie I am so sorry that you lost Don. You will meet again in Heaven.
Bernie & Kim Rose
April 23, 2013
Abbie, Justin and Janay,
Kim and I send our deepest condolence, We will be praying for the Lords comfort and peace that only he can give.
April 22, 2013
To Don's family. I have great memories of Donnie playing guitar and singing with our 4-H group when we were in high school. As I recall we won at least two different competitions in the state. What a great guy. My sympathies to all... Lorel Young Gordon
Maria Alvarez
April 22, 2013
My most sincere condolences go out to you Abby & Family, for the loss of your beloved “Don”.
May God's grace hold you and embrace you through this difficult time. Cherish and hold all memories in your heart and Don will always be with you! God Bless.
Kelly Drapalik
April 22, 2013
Dear Aunt Abbie, Justin and Janay, I just wanted you to know how very much I will miss My Uncle Don! My earliest memory is of him. He lived with us(his bedroom was the attic)when I was 3 yrs old. He would give me a dollar for scratching and rubbing his back. I think all the Hanlin's asked this of me at one time or another. lol I remember him talking on the phone to his girlfriend "Abbie" and stretching the cord out! haha I remember her coming to the house too. I remember when he left for the marines. How sad I was to see him go knowing he might not come back and to be losing out on the back scratching money! But he came back! He always came back to visit, or play with us kids. I remember when I had problems I could talk to him and he would listen but not tell my secrets to anyone and when the time came for me to get married and I asked Him and Rhonda to sing at the wedding, He said nothing would make him happier than to do that for Joe and I, Rhonda too! I remember going to see him in rehab after the stroke, again he came back us! I know why he always came back. It was because Jesus knew at those times, we needed Uncle Don more than him! By Uncle Don not coming back this time , makes me assured that Jesus needed him more than us this time! And I'm o.k. with that because I would rather have Uncle Don walking with Jesus in heaven, then being here in pain. I will never forget the song "feliz navida", I don't know if that is spelled right, he sang it so right! Thank you Uncle Don for being a big part of my life, whether you knew it or not! I love you so very much! Always and forever your flowergirl Kelly D
Jacob Hanlin
April 21, 2013
Grandpa everything here is for you I will continue to overcome and prevail thru all obstacles in your name
Bob and Julie Hanlin
April 21, 2013
The value of a man is not in the material things he owns, but in the lives he has touched. Uncle Don you touched so many and you will be dearly missed by all who knew you and those who loved you. Rest in Peace.
Rosie Sajuan
April 21, 2013
Abbie and family, my deepest sympathy to you, your children and grandchildren on the loss of Don. I know it is hard to lose the one you love, but, know he is in God's arms and free of pain. I ask God to give you and your family strength and comfort in the days to come.
Your friend,
Rosie Sajuan
April 21, 2013
Condolences to Abby and the entire Hanlin family's. For a short time I went to Church with Abby and Don. The first time I saw them I told Don that ,"I know you ,we went to Warren ths. I was A sophmore Don a Senior. I told Don I will lookyu up in my Soph yearbook ,He said "Could you Bring it to church so I can look at it to"? After he looked at it,I said "if you lost yours you can have this,yours to keep". I was blessed to be at the right place and time. A couple of tears came from his eyes. He was so happy to have this yearbook. I was happy to give it to him.
Dan & Margaret Hanlin
April 21, 2013
Don, you were a very special brother and I have so many special memories that I cherish deeply. Rest in peace. You will be so missed by so many.
Debra Connor
April 20, 2013
My beloved Uncle Don you truly where a light to the world never flickering or faultering in your love and belief in our heavenly Father, what a wonderful example of love you shared with us, we love you and will miss you. Your Niece, Debby
Pam Sykes
April 20, 2013
To the Hanlin Family, my husband Tim(deceased) and I had the pleasure of working with Don at Barrett Electronics. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Robert Johnson
April 20, 2013
My sincere condolences to Abby and all who loved Don.
April 20, 2013
To the Hanlin Family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandy & Mona Sands
Vista, CA
Jim and Maria Dean
April 20, 2013
Dearest Abby our hearts go out to you and your family. Will never forget all the good times we had listening to Don and his band. You and yours will be in our prayers.
Dana Biesterfeldt
April 20, 2013
To my beloved Uncle, throughout my entire life I have looked up to you, adored you and cherished you. You were such fun at our family get together's always singing with us and ensuring we had a great time. Your beautiful voice still plays in my head as I recall you singing so many songs namely Kenny Rogers. I will continue to always cherish these memories, I love you forever!
Dana
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