David M. Hansen

David M. Hansen obituary, Benicia, CA

David M. Hansen

David Hansen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Passalacqua Funeral Chapel on Apr. 12, 2023.

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David Hansen passed away peacefully on Tuesday, after an 8 month incredibly valiant battle with cancer. He was born in Redwood City and has enjoyed calling Benicia his home for more than 50 years. David began his career at A & B Diecasting as a Diecast Machine Operator 40 years ago, and through hard work, dedication, and education worked his way up to Maintenance Supervisor for the company.
A fixture at the Benicia Old Town Theater as well as other local theaters, David was an amazing singer, songwriter, musician, and actor extraordinaire, even trying out for The X-Factor and producing his own original CD. He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, rooting for the San Francisco 49ers (regardless of how they were performing), and being the absolute best husband, father, and proud Poppy to his 4 grandchildren. David will be remembered as being tremendously charismatic, kind, funny, and really living life in all its fullness. A man willing to help anyone in need, and someone who could fix anything.
David leaves behind his beloved wife Tommye, son Steven Hansen, daughter Jennifer (Peter) Christie, and his grandchildren Lily, Miles, Alaina, and Madison, as well as many wonderful friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Benicia Clock Tower on Sunday, 4/23/23, from 1:30pm - 4:30pm. Please view the event and respond with your attendance at https://m.facebook.com/events/201125009299768

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April 17, 2023

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April 14, 2023

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April 12, 2023

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Michael

April 17, 2023

I have known David for almost fifty years. Our first experience together was a trip to the coast in his green and white Buick Riviera. We plugged in an eight track tape and listened to David Gilmour on a beautiful summer's day ride.

David was a wonderful person and I enjoyed his presence at different events throughout the years. I could say so many great things about David. However the best would be that he gave me two amazing friends named Jennifer and Steve.

I will miss him.

Sherry Polo

April 14, 2023

David was an extraordinary man, who I will love and miss always. The world is a dimmer place without him. I will cherish all the memories and stories of David for the rest of my life.

Passalacqua Funeral Chapel

April 12, 2023

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