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Wayne D. Hanson
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Beverly - Wayne Hanson was born in Lynn, MA in 1937 to Collin and Vera Hanson. After graduating from Lynn English in 1955, he began an apprenticeship with the Lynn Item, where he would work for the next 40 years. He tended bar at the Porthole Pub for decades, retired from the Salem Evening News, and then spent 17 years working for FEMA. He was survived by his wife Judy and sons Scott, Jeff, Buck, and Mark and was predeceased by his son Gary, brother Collie, and cousin Kenny. He was a member of The National Guard, The Northshoremen Barbershop Chorus, The Village Voices, The Salem Willows Yacht Club Band and The North Shore Old Car Club. He co-founded the Nahant Fish and Game Club and is widely hailed as its most effective and prolific president over multiple terms. He loved music, skiing, hiking, fishing and sailing Beverly Harbor with his dog Maggie curled up in the bow. Wayne leaves behind ten grandchildren and nine great grandchildren and countless other family, friends, and neighbors that sure will miss him.
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Jay & Carole ONeill
July 25, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to Judy and Mark and family.
May you rest in peace my friend and sailing mate. I often think of our trip to Bahamas and the many nights we worked the bar at Porthole Pub. Nothing loved is ever lost.
Paul & Carol Delaney
July 25, 2025
Hi Jeff. Sorry we didn't get to talk longer at red rock this past evening, but wanted to convey my deepest sympathy to you and family, for the passing of your dad. I certainly know he was your buddy. Think good memories my friend, and carry on proud.
Peter and Patty Johnson
July 24, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to Wayne's family. As neighbors, we often saw him working in the yard(s) or walking around the neighborhood. He always had a smile and a wave.
Denise St Laurent
July 24, 2025
I remember Wayne from the Porthole. One of the nicest men and very easy to get to know. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Solimine Funeral Homes - Broadway
July 23, 2025
The Solimine Family and Staff wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make this difficult period more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime, as we are always available for you.
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