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Andrew Hansen Obituary

Andrew Hansen Andrew C. Hansen, 33, passed away from blood clot complications March 7, 2020. Family was fortunate to be by his side. He is survived by parents Charlie and Susie Hansen, brothers Alex (Kelsey) and Joseph (Kristin), nephew Charlemagne, niece Claudia and extended family. Andrew was the proud owner of Tacoma Ghost Tours, drawing thousands to town and generously donating to a myriad of good causes. "One of the coolest donations!" Heaven must have needed a top tour leader. The business benefited greatly from its relationships with King's Books, Wingman Brewery, Stink and El Tufo, and above all, Brandy's Attic. Words cannot express the profound care and comfort provided by the Tacoma Fire Department, the LifeCenter Northwest organ donation staff, and the compassionate and brave MultiCare/Tacoma General staff, especially members of Team 1 Neuro Trauma I.C.U. As a donor, Andy's generosity continues. Notably, organ donation is possible for only 1% of all deaths. In his memory, please support the "Organ/Tissue donation awareness" program on your license tab renewal. Future memorial is to be determined.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 19, 2020.

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Jess

August 28, 2023

We enjoyed his tour and we are sorry to learn of his passing. His appreciation and enthusiasm for the area's history will not be forgotten. Rest well, good sir.

Allen & Debbie Hale

January 17, 2021

Imagine our surprise and utter shock when we learned that our cousins' son had passed March 7, 2020. We just learned this tragic news in a Christmas letter. We love Susie & Charlie and knew the boys a bit when they were much younger. Many years ago our girls and the boys played together a few times. We are heartbroken for the family. We send our thoughts of comfort and strength. We know they will, with time, turn their sorrow and grief into the more frequent memories of wonderful fun and joy that resides in their hearts and minds. That is exactly as Andy would have liked it. We pray for all of the family; brothers, in-laws, and mom and dad. May you find peace and solace in knowing that Andy is with his grandmother and grandfather and other family who have passed.
All of our Love -
The Hales

Wesley McLain

April 21, 2020

When I was younger, I knew Andrew as a bright, young boy, little brother to my friend Alex. Later as an adult, I remember helping promote his business with Tacoma Ghost Tours when I worked at the downtown Courtyard hotel, and have been just so very impressed that a fellow Tacoman contributes to the flair that is our city. but in general, the Hansen family have been a part of my adolescent years, and part of my Tacoma memories. My humblest condolences for the unexpected loss.

Melissa Godoy

April 20, 2020

We should have done more ghost hunts andy. I will miss you, my friend. See you on the other side.

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