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Alan Hansen Obituary
Age 62
Omaha. Our beloved ButttonsClown, balloon artist, MAT bus driver and papa will always be magic in our hearts.
Welcomed to heaven by his parents Donald and Eleanor Hansen; sister Marcie; brother Terry. Survived by wife Sharon; daughters and sons-in-law, Lori and Sean Moore, Gina and Luke McKenna, Alana and Clint Whitmarsh; granddaughters, Ashley, Eliana, Sammie, Hailey, Graysen, and baby Whitmarsh; brother Roger and wife Lou Hansen; sisters Renee and husband Ron White, Tracie and husband David Kamprath and many family and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday, August 29, 2009 at 10am at Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church, 2650 Farnam St Omaha, NE. VISITATION Friday 3-8pm with family 6-8pm at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home (Casual Dress). Burial at Westlawn-Hillcrest Memorial Park. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Memories and Condolences
for Alan Hansen
Amber Pauls
September 16, 2009
there is so much one could say about my uncle AL it is hard to find the right words, I have so many memories about my uncle that I would like to share some of them with you now, Al was the kind of man that would decorate your hospital room with all kinds of ballons and tell all kinds of jokes to cheer you up if you were unfortunate enough to be there in the first place, I remember watching him walk as a clown in the 4th of july parade, how all of his nieces and newfews would run top speed to be the first one there when he would whistle, I remember watching whose's line is it anyway on his water bed when we were younger and how he would show up tape after tape of peanut the puppet and how we loved it, My uncle Al started a family tradition where he would stick his finger in your birthday cake and I know for me having a birthday cake without unlce Al's finger having been stuck in it just wont be the same... there are so many more memories I have but cant share them all, I know that he will be missed by everyone that knew him and everyone that had the honor of calling him family!!! Uncle Al, I love you and miss you very much!!!!
Bobby King
September 9, 2009
I am so sorry for the lost of your dear loved one. It's comforting to know that God cares for all of us and losing a loved one is something we cannot get used to. The Bible gives us hope that one day we can see our dear loved one again. On behalf of all mankind Jesus surrender his soul for many. John 15:13 says “No one has love greater than this, that someone should surrender his soul on behalf of his friends.” Truly I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and I hope these few words will bring you comfort and hope.
Roger Hansen
September 3, 2009
My Brother
I will miss you so very much. I enjoyed calling you almost everyday and talking to you about everything. You have brought such joy to everyone. I know you are in a better place and are feeling no more pain. We will share our memories of you with everyone. I am so proud to have had you as a brother. I love you with all my heart. I know we will see each other again.
p.s. I will keep up with the finger print in the birthday cakes for you.
Love you!
Brother Roger
Alexis Hansen
September 1, 2009
Dear Uncle Al, I miss you very much. Your clown smile always made me happy. I would get excited when you made balloons for me. I enjoyed all the times I got to spend with you. I loved all the jokes you told. I love you with all my heart and always will. You'll always be in my thoughts until I see you again.
Alexis Hansen
Kathy Hansen
September 1, 2009
Al, we love and miss you very much. We loved your jokes, the way you laughed and all the ballons you made. Tell all the family up there hi and that you all are in our prayers. One day we will see you again, but until then we'll stay here on earth and enjoy all the memories we had with you.
Kathy, Shane, & Alexis Hansen
Renee & Ron White
August 30, 2009
Sharon, Lori and Family,
It was such a blessing to visit with you last Spring and finally meet Al, what a gem! Recently, I met a friend who clowns at an event. She wants ME to join her. Who knows, Sharon, I might be calling you to pass along one of Al's noses! Let laughter and love lift your spirits. Love, Patty
A MESSAGE FROM AL
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Dawn, Chris & Addie Dewey
August 29, 2009
Uncle Al, we miss you so very much.
I was just thinking of my favorite card game i always asked you to do everytime you pulled out a deck of cards. I will also miss the way you called me punk with so much love in your voice and with your eyes. We will miss you dearly and will always remember all the times we had together. We love you!
August 29, 2009
Sharon,
You have been the light of Al's life for many years. And your light shines for all of us to see. Our prayers and love are with you forever.
Your sister and niece,
Linda and Sarah
August 28, 2009
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Virginia, Mackenzie and Hannah Halvorson, Bkgs
Julie Eischeid
August 28, 2009
Roger and Lou,
So sorry to hear the loss of your brother. I will always remember the smiles you and your brother brought to the faces of my kids and most recently of our granddaughter at the RVFD Christmas Party. He was a very talented guy. Your family is in our prayers. God Bless.
Joe and Julie Eischeid
Mary Suder
August 28, 2009
AL was a very special guy. I rode the bus with him for many years from Council Bluffs to work in downtown Omaha. He used to stop in the bank where I worked with a balloon made into a flower just to brighten my day every once in awhile. He'd always say don't forget to give them some water. Al was always a hit with the little kids when he did the carnival at my son's school. They loved Al and the neat balloons he did for them. My prayers & thoughts are with you and your family. I know he's probably smiling at us now.
Rob Lindsday
August 28, 2009
What a great guy! I worked with Al at MAT. I don't Al ever had bad day, he always had a smile. I will miss him greatly. My condolences to entire Hansen family
August 28, 2009
Al,What a fun cousin you were!! I will always cherish my memories of you as I was growing up, and as an adult... Mom always loved you, and your visits!! We will miss you, especially all your fun entertainment at "The Wild Bill Open". God Bless You. Our Prayers & Thoughts to your family.
Love,
Kathie [Taylor} Fogelstrom & Family
Amy Andrews
August 28, 2009
Tracie and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kay Shipley
August 28, 2009
I rode the bus with Al for years. He always was a bright spot in anyone's day. He gave me a lot of advice and a lot of laughs. May God Bless all of his family.
August 28, 2009
Roger,
From all your friends at Ralston Fire Department so sorry to hear of your loss! We treasure the times you and your brother Al helped at RVFD events as "clowns". Lots of laughs! We will say a prayer for the family.
God Bless!
Ralston Volunteer Fire Department
August 28, 2009
Roger, Lou and Family,
So sorry to hear of Al's passing. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kyle & Christine Ienn and family
vivek jaitak
August 28, 2009
he is in heaven all i can say ...he was a good father , ya were lucky gina..
August 28, 2009
Al was a great guy. Always a smile and a joke to tell you. Sometimes the jokes were even funny. He had a million of them. I had the pleasure of working with Al for the past 22 years at MAT. He was a valued employee who always knew how to treat the customer right. He will be missed by many. On behalf of the employees at MAT, our sincere condolences to the family.
Curt Simon
Executive Director
Metro Area Transit
August 28, 2009
Sharon
Jessie was just asking about Al the other day. She found the fake/glowing thumb that he gave her when we stayed with you. He will be missed.
Jill and Jessie (lindas dancers)
Gina McKenna
August 28, 2009
Daddy,
how do i say goodbye to you? i know that you are always with me...that you will always remain in my heart. I am really trying hard to remember this now. I keep thinking that the phone is going to ring...that your going to once again tell a joke, wait for my laugh and sweetly say "goodbye Gina" and quickly hang up. i keep waiting for you to call me and excitedly tell me to turn to the history channel so we can watch a piece on Egypt together and talk about it later. i keep waiting for you to call me just to say you love me. but my phone doesnt ring. I am going to miss your weekly visits, your daily calls, your kisses on my left cheek. Im going to miss the santa like sparkles in your crystal blue eyes, your laugh that gave me goosebumps, your random thoughts pulled from thin air. you were the one person i opened up most to, the one i could talk to about anything and everything. we shared our stories, our thoughts, our deepest questions of life. i dont know how to close any of my writings to you, am not ready for final words...i am keeping you close to me always Daddy...you are always my heart.
Cookie Ladwig
August 27, 2009
Sharon I am so sorry to hear about your big loss. Al brought so much joy to are table at bingo. So much fun when he was there. My thoughts are with you ..
Jackie Eischeid
August 27, 2009
Roger & Lou,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Patty & Tony Merksick family
August 27, 2009
Dear Lori, Sean, Ashley, Sammie, and family... our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Carrie Wagner
August 27, 2009
Roger,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Pam
August 27, 2009
To Al's Family
You have lost a true gem. I will miss him but just know that he is in a better place now. May the Lord grant you peace during this difficult time
Pam
August 27, 2009
Sharon & Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. Just wanted you to know that I' m thinking of you & will pray for your family. May the peace of the Lord always be with you.
Your friend & co-worker,
Linda Cunningham
Linde Bally
August 27, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers will be with you Sharon and for everyone else during this time of mourning.
Gloria & David Hunt
August 27, 2009
We knew Al from bingo and also shared "clown talk" with him.David was a Shrine clown for many years and loved talking with Al.Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
virginia wilkens
August 27, 2009
You were an amazing person, very funny and such a great person. I still remember when you were the clown fo my 4th birthday. you will be missed. im very sorry to his family for your loss.
August 27, 2009
ROGER, YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE PASSING OF YOUR BROTHER
SINCERELY, LEE AND PHYLLIS FIDELINE
August 27, 2009
Hey Uncle Al, miss you and love you so much. I didn't believe the news when I heard. I know you are in peace and surrounded by love. Now you can have all the popsicles you want. Love you
Kelly & Brin
August 27, 2009
Al—We’ll never forget how at family picnics you entertained all the kids (and adults) making balloon animals. Your jokes, your songs, and your goofy clown gadgets...especially the blinking thumbs and blinking teeth…made us all laugh. God bless you Al. Bruce and Sharon Hansen
Richard Atkinson
August 27, 2009
From one of your regulars on the bus, you always had a smile; whistle or laugh. I remember the outfits you wore at holidays. You always made it worth the trip home. Best wishes to the family.
Kay Welling
August 27, 2009
I rode the bus to work for several years, and had the pleasure of meeting Al.
He was a wonderful person.
Loved to share his clown pictures!
Loved to tell stories, and make people laugh.
I'm sure many,many people will miss him...
He's surely smiling down at everyone now!
leon wilkens
August 27, 2009
hey buddy. you touched so many lives. the girls still talk about the b day party you and sharon did. i know god has a special place for you. goodbye buttons. i will miss you leon and kids
August 27, 2009
We were all very saddened to hear of Al's sudden death. God Bless.
Nancy Schwartz of Diabetes Education Center
Your Southern Belle Cassandra Buatte
August 27, 2009
Hey Uncle AL! First off I want to tell you that I love you so much! I miss you so much already. I still am in shock over your passing. I know that you are in a safe place in heaven with the lord. I am really going to miss your jokes, your laugh, and your good cooking. I loved living next door to you, it always made me feel so much safer to live on my own, knowing that I had my uncle Al right there if I needed you. I will pray for you always. Say hi to marcie for me and tell her that I love her. I was reading passages in my bible and found one that is perfect for you. I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys. As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters.
Song of Solomon 2:1-2
May you rest in peace always!
tracie kamprath
August 27, 2009
I will miss you deeply. Your smirky grin,corny songs and the way you mispronounced spergetti...i can not scratch the service on all you have brought to my life...love and laughter.
i will catch ya later big brother.
Bill Fead
August 27, 2009
Thanks for your Military Service.
Past Commander V.F.W.
August 27, 2009
Al, As a cousin and friend growing up we had a lot of fun ,and a lot of memories. We will miss you and love you. Till we meet again. Randy & Kathy Taylor
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