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Esther Hanson Obituary

ESTHER R. HANSON, 80 ROCKFORD - Esther R. Hanson, 80, of Rockford, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2014. Born May 27, 1933, in Clinton, Wis.; the daughter of Axel and Hulda (Lundgren) Larson. Esther married Ray on Dec. 18, 1954, in Rockford. Esther was a longtime member of Salem Lutheran Church. She enjoyed bowling, needle point, puzzles and volunteer work. She is survived by her husband, Ray; children, Mike (Collette) Hanson of Puyallup, WA, Sandy (Tim Verwiebe) Betts of Port Charlotte FL, and Steve (Sue) Hanson of Delaware, Ohio; grandchildren, Ben, Becca, Brian, Mary (Dan); and brother, Carl (Mary) Larson. Predeceased by her siblings, Art, Mabel, Clara, Elsie, Vi, Ozzie and Florence. A special thanks to OSF Cancer Center, Dr. Khan, OSF Hospice nurse, Marilyn Holsinger, and special friends, Karen and Steve Green. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2014, in Salem Lutheran Church, 1629 S. 6th St., Rockford, with Rev. William T. Dahlberg. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service in the church. Private entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum. Memorials to Salem Lutheran Church. To share a memory or online condolence, visit olsonfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 8 to May 9, 2014.

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Monica Zobal

May 13, 2014

Ray and Family...I am so sorry to hear of Esther's passing. I just read about it, so missed her funeral. She was such a lovely person. I'm sure she was welcomed by her siblings in Heaven, along with Tom. I will pray for the strength to guide you through this rough time.

May 10, 2014

Dear family...my heart is heavy for you and I know and understand your loss...but rejoice that beautiful Esther is now in heaven rejoicing in perfect health and eternal peace. I have so many wonderful memories and feelings in my heart when I think back...Im so sorry to not be there to support you at this time but please know you are all in my heart and prayers. With love...Andrea McKeown

May 9, 2014

Dear Ray and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Esther's passing. Her love of God, her family, and music was so clear throughout her life. This world has lost a beautiful person, but God in heaven has welcomed her with open arms. God bless all of you, Bob DeVita.

Donald Brees

May 8, 2014

Ray, I was so sorry to hear of Esther's passing. Both her and you will always hold a special place my heart.

Tammy H

May 8, 2014

Esther was a dear sweet person. I am very sad for your loss. God bless you Ray and family.

Shirley Roos

May 8, 2014

God bless you Ray and family. I know Esther will surely be missed greatly by us all. You are all in my prayers.

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