Paul Hansen Obituary

Paul T. â€œTinyâ€� Hansen

May 8, 1921 – Jan. 10, 2014

Resident of Auburn

Tiny was born in Faaborg Denmark, came to the United States in 1926 with his mother and father, Carl and Marie Hansen. Growing up during the depression shaped his view of world. Principles such as courage, perseverance, laugher and the importance of family became the essence of his character.

Tiny was in the Army during WWII, serving from October 1940 to August 1945, 7th Infantry Division, Combat Engineers. He was in the Aleutian Campaign, fought in the battle of Attu, he was also in a number of campaigns in the Pacific. He was very proud of his service to his country.

Upon his return from WWII Tiny married his loving wife Jan who preceded him in death in 2002. In 1950 they built their family home in Lafayette and raised three children. He was an original investor of the Oakland Raiders. When the kids were grown Tiny and Jan made their way to Foresthill where he was Sales Manager for Todd Valley Estates for many years before going into business with his son Ted at Homeland Realty.

Tiny and Jan loved their many trips to Maui and his horse "Dollar Bill", he was an avid golfer, was very proud of scoring a hole in one at Spy Glass and Lake of the Pines! He was a member for many years at Auburn Valley Country Club, where he was a Bull Frog, playing at least every Wednesday with the group.

Tiny was a member of the Elks Lodge of Auburn and was a Mason for over 55 years, Kiwanis, the Sirs. His most rewarding experience was being "Santa" in the Foresthill area for over 30 years.

Tiny is survived by his daughter Susan Hansen Moule, husband Ben, children Julie Huck, Kati Valenzuela, Jake Moule, his son Ted Hansen, wife Kathee their children Keleigh Hansen, Erik Hansen, Jeff Hansen and son Pete Hansen, wife Vicki, their children Betsy Redmond and Christian Hansen, 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Celebration of life will be held at the Elks Lodge of Auburn, 195 Pine Street, Auburn, CA 95603 on Friday January 17th at 4:00 pm, reception to follow.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Hansen

6 Entries

Yolande Motzer

February 11, 2014

Sorry to hear of Tiny's passing. First met Tiny when he was Manager of contract dept at James Hill Co in 1964. Going out on jobs,Tiny would laugh that we always had to "follow the yellow line" as not to get lost.
That was a joke for years.It was because of Tiny that I live in (where the heck is) Foresthill 20 years.
He and Jan were good friends and they are now "following the yellow line" together.

Ray S. Thompson

January 17, 2014

Sorry for your loss: I met Tiny at he and Jack's Sporting goods Store in Lafayette, Ca. in 1976-77. We both were veterans and I had just moved from San Leandro. I used to spend an hour or 2 almost every day at the store lying to each other,just joking. In feb. 1948 I moved to Auburn. I joined AVCC in 1960, still a member. That must be where I met Tiny again after leaving Lafayette. We had a lot of time to rehash old times, Tiny was a fun guy, with always something to talk about. Last time I saw Tiny was in Save Mart, we were both shopping. I will miss our occasional meetings. Tiny will always be with us. Sincerely Ray

January 16, 2014

We loved Tiny! We're sad that he is gone, but our good memories of him will live on. -Bob and Dre Kauppila

January 16, 2014

Hello Ted, Pete, and Sue,

When I saw your dad's obituary I couldn't help but remember the times we shared at Tahoe in the 60's and 70's. I think about the pier, waterskiing, and having a few refreshments with Bard and Sharon Saladin at the cabin your family shared with your Uncle Ray and Aunt Marge.

I have occasional seen Tiny around town driving that huge car of his and even shared a few words with him at times at SaveMart in the Elm Center.

My condolences to you and your family.

Sincerely,

Vince Anaclerio

Mary C Cullen

January 15, 2014

Pete: I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I wish I would have had the chance to meet "Tiny" on any of my trips to California, he sounded like a man you would never forget! My sympathy and love go out to you and your family and I wish I could be there for his Celebration of Life service on the 17th. Know that his light will never be dimmed, even in his passing.
All my Love, Mary C. Cullen

Lynette

January 14, 2014

My prayers go out to the family. You were so lucky to have him in your life.
What a wonderful happy man he was. I was fortunate to know him. Rest in Peace Tiny.

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