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Kevin Hansen Obituary
Born: June 18, 1981
Died: April 11, 2015
Kevin M. Hansen, age 33, of Homewood, IL and formerly of Joliet, passed away suddenly Saturday, April 11, 2015, after a valiant and courageous seven day battle with acute myelocytic leukemia.
Kevin was born in Joliet on June 18, 1981. He was a 1999 graduate of Joliet Catholic Academy where he was the Valedictorian and Man of the Year of the Class of 1999. He attended University of Notre Dame, graduating in 2003 Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Pre-professional Science Studies and as a member of the Order of the Coif. He continued his studies at Providence College in Providence, Rhode Island, graduating in 2005 with a Masters degree in Education, as well as during the 2003-2005 school years teaching biology and chemistry at St. Peter Marian Catholic High School in Worcester, MA.
He entered the seminary at Conception Seminary College in Conception, Missouri in July 2005, graduating in May 2007, with a Masters degree in Theology. He began his eight years at Mt. Carmel High School in Chicago in August 2007, teaching theology and also doing multiple assignments including football equipment manager for the state championship Mt. Carmel football program, student service coordinator,after school prefect and scoreboard operator at the home basketball games. Each year, Kevin supervised the Mt. Carmel students on a trip to Washington, DC for the annual March for Life. Kevin was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Homewood.
Beloved son of Michael and Beth (Shankland) Hansen; loving brother of Eric, Andrew (Rachel) and Mary Catherine Hansen; proud uncle and Godfather of Anthony John Hansen; and dearest grandson of Mary Shankland and Cecilia Hansen. He is also survived by his aunts and uncles, Thomas (Sheila) Hansen, Betsy Hansen, Mary (David) Lawson, Christine (Rodney) Springer, Ann (Robert) Hatfield, Susan (Robert)Flavin, John Shankland, Sarah (Frank) Turk, Thomas (Joan) Shankland, William(Tina) Shankland and Joseph (Elaine) Shankland. Numerous cousins also survive.
He was preceded in death by his paternal Grandfather, William W. Hansen; and maternal Grandfather, Jack T. Shankland.
His family is grateful to everyone for their prayers and requests that you keep praying for Kevin's soul. A special appreciation is also extended to Presence St. Joseph Medical Center and to the doctors and ICU nurses for their superb care and compassion who put every effort into attempting to keep Kevin alive. In the end, his strong heart and fighting spirit had endured enough.
Kevin's love of Jesus and His Church, living the commandments and his work ethic, attitude and integrity were the cornerstones of his life. He lived what he believed. He was truly a good and faithful servant. His love for his mother and his unwavering commitment to Pro-Life beliefs were very true. His love for and his guidance to his little sister "Shrinny" were extraordinary. Kevin especially looked forward to being with his father and his brothers Eric and Andrew for sporting events and golf games. They were the perfect foursome.
Funeral services for Kevin M. Hansen will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3202 Black Road (at Essington Road) Joliet, to the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus, 604 N. Raynor Ave., where Fr. Tony Mazurkiewicz, O.Carm., President of Mt. Carmel High School, will concelebrate the Mass of Christian Burial which will begin at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. A luncheon to which everyone is invited will follow the burial. Visitation Wednesday, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The rosary will be recited by Fr. Burke Masters at 8:00 p.m.
Please, no flowers requested. The family would appreciate Masses for Kevin's soul, as St. Monica said to her son St. Augustine: "Bury my body wherever you will; let not care of it cause you any concern. One thing only I ask you, that you remember me at the Altar of the Lord wherever you may be."
Memorials to the Kevin M. Hansen Scholarship Fund at Mt. Carmel High School in Chicago,IL would also be very much welcomed.
For additional information (815) 741-5500, or visit his Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Bernie Petak
April 6, 2023
RIP Kevin with the Lord
Bernie Petak
April 6, 2019
Time will never heal your pain. I only hope your loving memories of Kevin help lessen the sorrow.
May 19, 2015
Mike and family I know that this note is almost a month late but we want you to know we are to are very sorry from the bottom of our hearts for your lost of your son. Our prayers and our thoughts go out to you and your family. God bless!!!! LaVern and Sharon Moore
Anna Troli
April 22, 2015
My sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your son, Kevin. I am enlightened by the life that he led and the impact he left for all those who knew and loved him. My prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Anna Troli - Administrative Assistant to Timothy W. O'Donnell.
April 22, 2015
Beth and Mike- We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. What an extraordinary young man. We hope you are comforted by beautiful memories, and in knowing others care. Ike and Peggy Liker Canton, IL
April 20, 2015
Beth and Mike,
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your dear son Kevin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Mahalick
April 17, 2015
Mike,
I am so sorry to hear about your son. Parents are not suppose to bury their children.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Paul Buss
Matthew & Carol Thraen
April 16, 2015
Beth & Michael:
In our Father's house there are many mansions
and one has been prepared for Kevin. Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
April 16, 2015
Prayers for his soul and the family. May God show his love to all of you in this difficult time.
Lee Ann Goodson
April 16, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Kevin. My deepest sympathy to the Hansen family.
April 16, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hansen and Shankland families on the loss of Kevin.
Larry and Maxine Weinbrod
Three Lakes, Wisconsin
April 16, 2015
I just found out, God bless the family and friends of Kevin. My deepest sympathy.
-Jeff Petak
April 16, 2015
So very sorry to hear about Kevin. Our entire family will remember him in our prayers. Mike and Beth, always remember the good Lord had a plan for Kevin, and now He felt it was time to reward Kevin with the eternal graces of Heaven. Bernie and Jean Petak and Family
Sandy and John Singletary
April 15, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Hansen Family. Kevin was a classmate of our son, Marc, at JCA for 4 Yrs. He was truly a gifted young man that inspired the lives of all who knew him. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Brett Boyter
April 15, 2015
To the Hansen family,
I am so sorry for your loss. As I look at Kevin's picture I am reminded of a lot of memories shared on the football field and baseball diamond, and the positive impact he had on myself and others. The highest compliment I could ever pay someone was that they were a great teammate. Kevin was the best teammate I ever had and he was an even better person. I will never forget his dedication, selflessness, work ethic, faith, and sly sense of humor. I always admired him. I thank God for giving me the chance to have been his teammate and forgiving me great role model. I know words cannot heal the pain you feel, but I hope you can take solace in knowing Kevin had a tremendous impact on so many lives and served our Lord faithfully. My thoughts and prayers will be with Kevin and your family always. May he rest in peace.
John 10:27-29 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand.
barbara simmons
April 15, 2015
I met Kevin on the March for Life bus trip to/from Wash DC; he impressed me as a fine leader and role model for those boys, and brought out the best in them. The world is a darker place without his light among us. I am glad to have shared some of this experience with him.
barbara simmons
April 15, 2015
I only met and interacted with Kevin on the road trip with his Mt. Carmel boys to/from the March for Life in Wash DC. He was such a wonderful role model for the boys and brought out the best in them. The world is an emptier place without his shining light among us. I am grateful to have met Kevin and shared this experience with him.
Angela Pickert
April 15, 2015
Our sincerest condolences for your loss. "Mr. Hansen" as he was called by my son was one of the smartest and nicest teachers at Mt. Carmel. My heart goes out to you as parents as no one should ever have to bury their child. I pray that God gives you strength through this all.
Sincerely,
The Pickert Family
Cheryl Sallese
April 15, 2015
To the Hansen Family,
You have our deepest sympathies on the loss of your son, Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Greg and Cheryl Sallese
Jan Brill
April 15, 2015
Beth,
What I remember most about Kevin was that he made a personal connection with everyone he met. It was just so easy for him, a part of who he was. What a gift! My prayers are with you and your family.
Natalie Sparacio
April 15, 2015
Andrew-- Kevin and your family have been on my mind for days-- praying night and day that you find comfort and peace in your wonderful memories in the difficult days ahead.
God Bless you all,
Joe
April 15, 2015
Kevin was a kind, sincere, and decent person, and will be missed.
Robin and Emerson Bacon
April 15, 2015
Condolence to my friend Betsy and the entire Hansen family on the loss of such a special young man.
April 15, 2015
To Beth and Family--So very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My deepest sympathy to all.--Mary Ellen Yazbec
pat and lori mcnamara
April 15, 2015
Mike and family
We were very sorry to read of Kevin's death. Kevin and you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Gentry
April 15, 2015
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I had the honor of working with Kevin's grandmother, Mary. Her devotion to her faith and her family clearly lives on in her children and grandchildren. To lose such a young man with so much to give makes all of us take a moment to consider our own efforts to live out our faith and sharing it in all that we do. My prayers will continue to include the Shankland and Hansen families. May He grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
April 14, 2015
Mr. and Mrs. Hansen, I have been a high school teacher for over 40 years...engaging more than hundreds of young people during that time...Kevin was a student in my Spanish class at JCA..How does a teacher recall each young person over that span of time and yet,I can picture Kevin instantly down to exact seat where he sat in my classroom..what causes such recall, it is all those things so many have written about him in this book of condolences; things that have given me a lasting impressions of one individual out of hundreds that have been before me in the classroom...I have kept several prayers cards over the years as there are so many beautiful verses on many of them..May I share the following with you
"One gift, above all others God gives to us to treasure...One that knows no time, no place and one gold cannot measure...The precious, poignant, tender gift of memory-that will keep our dear ones ever in our hearts. Although God gives them sleep, it brings back long remembered things... a song, a word, a smile...and how the world's a better place because we had them for awhile.
Remembering Kevin by name in prayer today and in all those days to come as well as you his family...Mary Ann Worst(JCA)
Sara (DeJule) O'Malley
April 14, 2015
To the Hansen family-
Kevin and I went to St. Ray's and JCA together. He was such a strong Catholic and I always admired him very much. Please accept my deepest condolences at this difficult time.
April 14, 2015
Beth and Mike,
What a beautiful son you've raised! It truly is testament to the kind of people his parents are. It is so hard to wrap one's mind around the death of such an accomplished and vibrant young man other than to know that God now wanted him for His own!
Love you Beth,
Marilyn Kwas
John Kuhn
April 14, 2015
My deepest condolences and sympathies to the entire Hansen family.
April 14, 2015
Michael, Beth & Family,
Often it's difficult to understand God's will for us. I know your deep faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ will be of comfort to you and your family, with what we think for parents most sorrowful, the loss of a child. May God bless you and Kevin.
Our deepest condolences,
Denny, Maryann & Brian Ancel
Longboat Key, Florida
Bill Ford
April 14, 2015
Mike and family, I am so sorry to hear of your recent loss. I will pray for Kevin's soul as he prayed for so many others.
Carrie Gancarczyk
April 13, 2015
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hansen and family,
We are heartbroken over Kevin's passing. You raised a wonderful man who loved and served God and who showed passion, hard work and kindness in all he did. We will continue to pray for Kevin and your family. May God bless you.
Emily Cardwell Litavec
April 13, 2015
To the Hansen Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. I have fond memories with him at St. Rays and Joliet Catholic. He had a heart of gold and was so lucky to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Emily Cardwell Litavec
Carole Albright
April 13, 2015
My grandson Ryan a sophomore at Mt. Carmel had Mr. Hansen for his teacher always spoke so high of him a great man and awesome teacher. He will be so missed by students and faculty. My prayers go out to his family. He is in the arms of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel may he rest in eternal peace.
April 13, 2015
My sincere sympathies to Mike, Beth and the entire Hansen family on the loss of Kevin. Nothing compares to the loss of a loved and loving son. Rest in Peace. Suzie Saxman
Thomas Sullivan
April 13, 2015
I am so sorry to read about Kevin's passing. I have known and seen Kevin in action at MCHS. He was truly a very dedicated and concerned young man. His influence will live in the hearts of those who knew him. May Kevin rest in peace
Jane Graham- CULKIN
April 13, 2015
Dear Beth an Mike So sorry for your loss.Our prayers an thoughts are with you and your FAMILY..... Mary Catherine Graham Family
Erin Coughlin
April 13, 2015
To the Hansen family,
It was an honor to know Kevin and see him as a role model when I was in high school with him. He was a person of faith, honesty, integrity and compassion. Kevin will be remembered fondly by so many.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah (Johnson) Lewis
April 13, 2015
Sending thoughts and prayers to Kevin's family. I feel so lucky to have known him during my 4 yrs of H.S. He made an impression on anyone who was lucky enough to cross his path.
Michael and Theresa Lawson
April 13, 2015
Our hearts go out to you, Beth, Mike, Andrew, Eric and Mary Catherine...your beautiful son/brother, truly 'fought the good fight'and is resting in the arms of Our Lord and Our Blessed Mother now. We are keeping all of you, and the repose of Kevin's beautiful soul, in our daily rosaries. God Bless You all~
April 13, 2015
We are so sorry for your lost , you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim and Dave gregory
Don O'Keefe
April 13, 2015
Deepest condolences to his family. Just wanted to share that my son thought the world of Mr. Hansen as a teacher and mentor, and what a tremendous loss this is to his family, friends, and the entire MC community. May Our Lady watch over all those who are mourning this good man. Godspeed, Mr. Hansen. You will be greatly missed by many.
Don '81 & Cathy O'Keefe
Conor '15 & Liam '08
April 13, 2015
Prayers for Mr. Hansen and all the people who's lives he touched, too many to list. May your hearts find comfort knowing that so many are praying for your family, friends and loved ones. Sincerely, The Sulo Families
April 13, 2015
We are so sad to hear of Kevin's passing. We know that he had a beautiful life filled with love of family and love of God. His life touched so many young people and will live on in so many unexpected ways because we know that is how God works. We mourn with his precious family knowing that it is never time to lose such a precious person. We send our love and prayers. Dick and Daryl Shankland, Sapphire, NC
Mike & Mary Crowther
April 13, 2015
We are so sorry for the loss of your son and brother. Our prayers are with your family.
April 13, 2015
The thoughts and prayers of the Mount Carmel High School community are with your family during these days. May the saints of Carmel welcome Kevin into God's eternal embrace and may Our Lady of Mount Carmel wrap you in the mantle of her love & care.
- Mount Carmel High School
April 13, 2015
Sincere condolences on the loss of your son. My thoughts are with you now and in the days to come.
Sue Martin
Tammy Matesevac
April 13, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of Kevin Hansen.
Rachel
April 13, 2015
Headed there. See you soon
Rachel
Debby Homan
April 13, 2015
May he RIP...So sorry for your loss!!
Rey & Mary Flores
April 13, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at your time of loss.
We are praying for the repose of Kevin's soul. May he rest in peace with our Lord Jesus and our blessed Mother Mary for eternity.
Joe DiNovo
April 13, 2015
Kevin, we had great conversation after school in the commons. I remember all of them. You are a true friend. Your heart was in everything you did and said. I learned a lot from you. Thank you for being part of my life. You will live forever in all you touched.
"To live in the hearts of the loved ones we leave behind is never to die."
Life is good, because of you.
Your friend,
Joe
Joyce Cabay
April 13, 2015
I can hardly find the words to express my heart felt sympathy for the loss of such an exceptional young man. He is truly with God. Please know your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Cabay
JCA
April 13, 2015
Beth, Mike and family
Our sincere thoughts with prayer for you all, as you are going through the loss of your son and brother. Our sympathy to you.
Bonnie and John Ragusa
Mary Pullman
April 13, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Hansen family. Kevin was such a good friend to Carrie while they were in high school. He was such an inspiration to all his friends. Our family admired what a kind, intelligent, and faithful young man he was. God bless you all.
Rick and Mary Pullman
Warren Dorris
April 13, 2015
On behalf of all the members of Prayer Tower Ministries we offer our condolences and prayers to the family of Kevin Hansen. Mike you have been so good to our church and we truly extend our love to your family also. I know that your family has great faith and belief in God and it is that faith that will sustain you now and forever. Precious memories how they linger, how they ever flood my soul, in the stillness of the midnight precious memories seem to unfold. Kevin left you some wonderful memories, God loaned you a wonderful son and gave you precious memories that will last through eternity. Blessing be upon your family.
Warren C. Dorris
Senior Pastor
Prayer Tower Ministries
MaryBeth Murphy
April 13, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Hansen family. My son is a Senior at Mount Carmel and has had the honor of knowing Mr. Hansen. A very sad day for all. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Pray for all.
Jamie Black
April 12, 2015
May the repose of Kevin's soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen. May God be with his family at this time
Rhonda Brown
April 12, 2015
To the Hansen family. My son learned so much in Mr. Hansen's theology class he often shared what his teachings and quite pleasantly surprised me by his new found curiosity about God and other religions. It made me very proud. What a gift and treasure your son Kevin was to so many students. It is clear by the beautiful words above about his life on earth that he has truly left a legacy in the hearts and minds of so many. That is a gift that will live on for many years to come. Praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time. Amen (current MC family)
Santino Novakowski and Family
April 12, 2015
With our Deepest Sympathy to the Hansen family.
Mary Therese & John Egizio
April 12, 2015
Dear Beth, Mike, Eric,Andrew, & Mary Catherine,
John & I consider it a privilege to call your family our friends and we feel deeply the passing of Kevin. Be assured of our prayers from Good Friday and continuing forever. Words just do not work in life as well as loving thought, actions and prayers you will all be supported by ours. Rest in Peace Kevin, you are missed !
Ann Koranda
April 12, 2015
You will be missed but your kindness and compassion you shared with others will live on.
Rest in Peace.
Jack ODonnell
April 12, 2015
I met Kevin when he started bringing MCHS students to the World Computer Exchange to help as volunteers. Over the years he brought dozens of students. I admired the way the he interacted with the kids. At the end of each volunteer event he would sit and reflect with the kids to guarantee they understood the impact and reasons they were there. He lead them to understand the value of giving to others.
I know Kevin was key part of these kids lives and I'm sure the lives of many others. He will be missed
Mary Johnston Pedersen
April 12, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Hansen family for this unthinkable loss. I had the great privilege of attending FLC, St. Ray's and JCA with him, often in the same classes. Please take comfort in knowing how many lives Kevin touched and how blessed we are to have known him.
April 12, 2015
We will miss you...
KEVIN AND CAROLE REARDON
April 12, 2015
MIKE BETH CELE AND FAMILY I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW SORRY WE ARE TO HEAR ABOUT KEVIN... HE WAS AA GREAT GUY AND CAN ONLY KNOW HE IS IN A PEACEFUL PLACE WITH BILL AND JACK.... PLEASE ACCEPT OUR PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU KEVIN AND CAROLE REARDON
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