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Taunya Hanson Obituary
Taunya Latteier Hanson, most loved wife, mother, step-mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend, passed peacefully at home from the arms of her loving family into those of her loving Savior on April 1, 2012. For eight years she defeated breast cancer with a characteristically bold strength and passion for life and family.
Born in Salt Lake City on March 23, 1952, to John and Elaine Latteier, Taunya attended Skyline High School (class of 1970), and Brigham Young University. On May 24, 1973, she married Alan Vincent Higham in the Salt Lake Temple (later divorced). On October 6, 2000, she married Joseph Kris Hanson for (a far too short) time, and all eternity, in the Bountiful, Utah Temple. As an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taunya spent most of her callings serving children in the Primary, and her life serving family and others in ways often known only to them and her Father in Heaven.
Taunya's energy and enthusiasm for life were expressed through bike rides, long walks at night, and Harley rides with her husband throughout the country. But, her great passion was her love and nurturing of her many, many animals - especially her beloved horses.
Taunya is survived by her husband, Kris Hanson, D.D.S.; mother, Elaine Aikens; children, Christian (Dani) Higham, Nicole (Paul) Gadd, Taryn (Jake) Simmons, and Brooke Higham; stepdaughters, Brittany (Sean) Booth, and Erin Hanson; siblings, John (Kari) Latteier, Michelle (George) Griner, Monique Latteier; grandchildren (passion even greater than horses), Megan, Cannon, Hailey, Rylie, Madison, Mason, Ashlee, and Peyton. Taunya was preceded in death by her father, John Latteier and stepfather, Bob Aikens.
The family would like to express their thanks to the doctors and staff of Brian Tudor, M.D., and Leslye Ingersoll, M.D. for their loving care and friendship, as well as the caring staff of VistaCare Hospice.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 7, 2012, 11:00 a.m., at the Farmington South Stake Center, located at 695 South 200 East, in Farmington, Utah. Friends may call on Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT or from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the Stake Center, prior to the service. Interment will follow at the Farmington City Cemetery. Please leave condolences and messages for the family at www.larkinmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Taunya Hanson
Art James
March 29, 2019
As the personal representative of Skip, I would just like to say that you are still greatly missed by Chris and you were special to Skip and myself. Sometimes it seems that life just isn't fair. Our suffering begins when the ones we love are taken from us just when we thought we would have much more time together.
Marcia Snow-Hilton
April 14, 2012
Thank you Taunya for being such a wonderful influence for my daughters and my self. We love you and will miss you always!!
Marcia, Melissa, Angela
Sassy Bassets
Sandy Rowland
April 8, 2012
I just heard of Taunya's passing on to our Heavenly Father. My heart aches for Kris and the family. I send my love and blessings to you all.
She will be missed.
April 7, 2012
Kris & family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss with Taunya's passing. You are an inspiration to us of faith and kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob & Rhonda Poulson
Marissa Tessman
April 6, 2012
Dr. Hanson and family,
We were so sorry to read of your loss. You always spoke of your wife with such love and tenderness. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Marissa and Thant Tessman
Steve & Debbie Booth
April 6, 2012
Kris and Family,
May Taunya's light shine through you. So sorry for your loss.
April 5, 2012
Kris & family, we are so sorry to hear of Taunya's passing. We have so many wonderful memories from over the years & she will be missed. May you draw comfort & strength in your faith during this time of sorrow.
Steve,Debbie,Phil,Jason Schnakenberg
Brent D Sandberg
April 5, 2012
Michelle, Elaine & familys,
I was shocked to see Taunya's obituary today. What a great picture and warm smile. My memories of (all of) the Latteier girls is that of a lovely and fun family in every way. Please accept my sincere condolences at your loss. May the Lord sustain you through this difficult time. It seems like just yesterday you were all together on the hill above Skyline HS.
Joleen Jenson
April 4, 2012
Dear Kris and Family,
We were sad to hear of Taunya's quick passing. You both are a strength and blessing to so many. Our love and prayers,
The Jenson Family
Robbie (Mason) Ferm
April 4, 2012
Michelle,
I am so sorry for your loss. I think about you and your family often, and remember how much fun Taunya was during our high school years. I know how difficult it is to lose a sibling. Hold on to the good memories.
April 4, 2012
Kris,
We're very sorry to hear about Taunya. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Steve & Diana Isaac
Liz Naccarato
April 4, 2012
Kris, my prayers are with you and all of the family.
Skip Beales
April 4, 2012
Kris,
We're very sorry.
Skip beales,
Art James
Jeff Erdmann
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