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Edward A. Hanna

Edward Hanna Obituary

Edward A. Hanna
Utica
4/7/1922-3/13/2009 We will gather to celebrate a truly unique life at Historic Old St. Johns Church on Monday, March 16, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Utica. In accordance with Edwards wishes, there will be no calling hours.

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Published by The Observer-Dispatch from Mar. 14 to Mar. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Hanna

148 Entries

D Henshaw

May 28, 2021

Great weatherman. Was always fun to watch. Wished I had known him personally.

Peter Fusco

June 24, 2009

Rest in peace Mayor, you deserve it.

AUDETTE DOOLEN

March 30, 2009

I want to thank the family of Mayor Hanna, because of them Mayor Hanna was able to do what he did for the City of Utica. So I give you my most heartfelt thanks. Mayor Hanna You will be sadly missed.

Hannah C

March 23, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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Anonymous

March 20, 2009

I remember you bringing to Utica United States Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, United States Senator Hillary Clinton, Governor George Pataki, Congressman William Green, Congressman Donald Mitchell, Congressman Sherwood Boehlert, Secretary of State Mario Cuomo, Midge Costanza, the Crown Prince of Saudia Arabia, numerous NY State assembly and senate members as well as federal and state government officials through your tireless lobbying efforts and with you heartfelt hope that in some small way each would also love you as you truly did Ed.

The many times that Paul Harvey had you on his syndicated national news stories. Harry Reasoner, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Penthouse, Playboy, US News and World Report and etc.

God Bless always Ed.

Anonymous

March 18, 2009

A consultant and advisor for Eastman Kodak. An international businessman. Ed as Mayor you had as our guests the following who's who:

The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
Comedian/Actor Bob Hope
ABC Broadcaster Howard Cosell
Fighter Sugar Ray Leonard
Fighting Legend Gene Tunney
Actor Paul Newman
Actress Lillian Gish
International Race Car Driver Niki Lauda
Rock Star Legend Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Kennedy Author Gene Schor
Renowned Architect Richard Seth Hayden (later in his career refurbished the Statue of Liberty)
Comedian Tiny Tim

And the list goes on and on..................

Ed you truly poured your heart out for the City of Utica. A City you loved! Rest in Peace

Anonymous

March 18, 2009

A consultant and advisor for Eastman Kodak. An international businessman. An inventor and a true humanitarian.

Ed as Mayor you had as our guests the following who's who:

The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia
Comedian/Actor Bob Hope
ABC Broadcaster Howard Cosell
Fighter Sugar Ray Leonard
Fighting Legend Gene Tunney
Actor Paul Newman
Actress Lillian Gish
International Race Car Driver Niki Lauda
Rock Star Legend Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Kennedy Author Gene Schor
Renowned Architect Richard Seth Hayden (later in his career refurbished the Statue of Liberty)
Comedian Tiny Tim

And the list goes on and on.............................................

Ed you truly poured your heart out for the City of Utica. A City you truly loved. Never taking "one-plug nickle" from anyone for your campaigns and financing everyone with your own funds.

Remembering the good times you hired practiaclly everyone living in Utica.

Remembering your hardworking staff in the 1970s: Rufie Elefante (a dollar a year consultant), Frank Scheri, Cathy Bohen, Larry Cohen, Tom Caramadre, Donald Dino Franco, Sam Russo, Jr., Richard Abend, Michael Fusco, Danny Fusco, Peter Fusco, Roy Bouse, Jr. Joe Bouse, Gustave DeTraglia, Sr.. Jim Klein,
John Scalise, Jim Pittman, Judge George Betro, Steve Pawlinga, Thomas Bach, Paul Hanna, Mariano, Moe Longo, John Cullen, Rick Mariani, Frank Pepe, Kenny Mariani, Gordy Hood, Maurice Burke, George Casaletta, Larry George, etc.

Rest in Peace.

SS Russo

March 18, 2009

I worked for you when I was in my high school years (during 1970s) doing odd-jobs when you and Ellen lived on Emerson Ave. You always rewarded hardwork and honesty. Later in life, I worked in City Hall when you were Mayor and help put your ideas into motion at the beautiful Hanna Park. You were a great statesman and loving father to you wife and children. May God Bless Yoo always.

Audrey

March 17, 2009

I remember in 1995 when i was 5 years old going into your office with my mother and grandfather.. And them talking to you. And also visiting at your house.. I thought of u as Uncle Ed and Aunt Ellen
R.I.P Hanna u will alwayz be missed

SANDRA CUPOLO

March 17, 2009

GOD BLESS YOU

vincent salerno

March 17, 2009

A man who cared about this city and its people. A man who stood behind what he believed and was willing to go the distance to get the job done, rest in peace Sir.

jennifer pike

March 17, 2009

god bless you ed hanna..

Dorthea E. King-Simpson

March 17, 2009

I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of our beloved Mayor Ed Hanna.

My family and I just celebrated my fathers' 70th birthday in New Hartford, NY at Danieles. In my dad remarks, he expressed his condolences for the loss of Mayor Ed Hanna. He mentioned how Mayor Hanna was gracious in supporting his work with providing Christmas Parties every year for the less fortunate, and that one year, Mayor Hanna gave them the Utica Auditorium to do the party, and they were able to bring Christmas and gifts to over 1300 children in the City of Utica.

I personally remember Hanna Park where we roller-skated, ate salt potatoes with hot dogs and a drink at a price that everyone could afford, and eating crepes.

He was a great Mayor.

julia muha

March 17, 2009

ellan sorry to hear your lose of ed he was very good to my familywhen i was little

julia & daniel muha

Mary Ann Copeland Schultz

March 17, 2009

Dear Mrs. Hanna,
I would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family. I grew up across the street from your home on Emerson Ave. and I recall how friendly and kind your parents, you and Mr. Hanna were. I moved away in 1976 but I have kept up with Utica news through family and friends. Mr. Hanna did many amazing things to revitalize the city he loved. I will always remember you and your family, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

AUDREY, ANNALEE, GARY KAMIN

March 17, 2009

TO ELLEN AND ED JR.....MY FATHER ALWAYS SAID THAT THERE WASN'T A MOUNTAIN HE COULDN'T CLIMB OR A RIVER HE COULDN'T CROSS....OUR FAMILY THANKS YOURS FOR THE KINDNESSES SHOWN OVER THE YEARS, THE TEARS SHED, AND THE COMPASSION SHOWN.....OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES...........

Kamil & Laurel Zogby

March 17, 2009

Utica lost a good friend. Mr. Hanna did so much to help the city of Utica and it came a long way to the betterment of the community through through his efforts. His generosity will never be forgotten. Thank you sir.

Michael Ellis

March 17, 2009

Dear Mayor Hanna....in May of 1974 my Father marched me ( I was 18) into your office to ask for a summer job.....I was scared to death until I saw you behind your desk in your office eating oreo cookies and milk. You heard my plea and gave me a job. You were a great inspiration to me and I will never forget you...ever.

Joan Cunningham

March 17, 2009

Ellen;
Ed was the most honest and courageous man that we will ever know. We will always remember the times that we spent together. He was a great man who lived to better his beloved City of Utica and to help his family. I know that you were always his number one and the love of his life.
Greg & Joan

Jim & Jeannine Mauthe

March 17, 2009

Dear Ellen:
I grew up on Kenyon Ct. and visited often your father who was a Lt. on UFD's #9 Engine. He was a great man and I will always remember him. As a kid in the neighborhood, my friends also would see your husband around his candy factory on Hampton Pl.and he always had a sample to hand out. When I got older, I was a member of the UFD and thru your father your husband promoted me to provisional Lt. I will always remember them. My wife and I extend our deepest sympathies to you.

Dennis Day

March 17, 2009

Ed,
You were a maverick, but that's what this city needed. There will never be another like you.Best wishes to the Hanna family, God Bless you

Jon Hynes

March 17, 2009

I first met Ed and his brothers at the Hathaway Bakery Building on Conkling Ave. Then in the early '60s I played in bands with Ed's nephew Jimmy. Later during his first administration, Ed hired me to do the Plumbing for the City.

I found him to be an extremely honest and generous man, always with the best interests of the City and it's people at heart.

I'm sure there will be empty places created in many people's lives as a result of Ed's departing. Fortunately there is much of his legacy that remains a testament of his live here in Utica.

Lois Mace

March 17, 2009

God bless Ed Hanna and God bless his family. Ed was a great mayor and made and cared for Utica in a big way. Nobody can ever take his place,there is no one else like him, he was the very best. Rest in peace ED, we loved you. Lois Mace, Utica

FELICIA GREENE

March 16, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

The Collins Family

March 16, 2009

With Sympathy and a grateful heart we thank the Hanna family for Mr. Hanna's service to our city. Some people talk about having passion for a cause while others, like Mr. Hanna, show us how it's done.

Thomas Petronio

March 16, 2009

I lived around the corner from Ed and his family , my dad owned Albert's tailoring his was a great customer of my dads. We used an empty lot across from Hartnick's food store on Butterfield Ave. That was owned by the railroad.They came one day and told us we could no longer use it.His son Ed just started playing with us and we went to see his father and told him what had happened. He called the railroad and wonted to buy the lot. But I don't really remeber if he brought it but we were able to keep playing baseball and he even had a fence co. ereck a fence for a back stop. He was one of a kind we'll miss him dearly. My condolences to the family.

ED PERRY JR.

March 16, 2009

MAYOR HANNA, WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. HE LOVED UTICA. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAYOR.

Katherine Reeves

March 16, 2009

I was born in Utica in 1972 and can remember my grandmother loving it when he would come to her door when he was running for office. As the same for my father, enjoying Mr. Hanna. He was a good man and as I look back, I am now 36 I remember going to Hanna Park for lunch, the park always looked nice. The city was lucky to have a person in that job that treated more than a job.

barbara kulesa

March 16, 2009

i remember how alive utica was years ago when our mayor introduced the city to hanna park. we made lots of friends there. our cousins who lived in the bronx even knew who utica's mayor hanna was and respected him for all that he did for our city.

shari

March 16, 2009

to the family of mayor hanna,
first of all, i would like to state how wonderful mayor he was. he built utica as a beauitful city. i am so sorry for your loss. he will be greatly miss.

The Maddox Family

March 16, 2009

Our condolences go out to the Hanna Family in their time of bereavement. Mrs. Hanna, you are in our prayers and your husband will forever remain in our hearts. Our Dad had great respect for Mayor Hanna as well as the rest of the Maddox family. He did wonders for this city and will be sorely missed.
Rest in Peace Mayor - God Bless you.

Joe M.

March 16, 2009

Dear Mayor Hanna,

Growing up in the 1970's and 1980's, I always knew something special was happening in Utica. You gave people a very positive reason to think about and talk about the City of Utica. I wish we could go back, to that better time.

melissa schisler

March 16, 2009

he was my dad bill schisler boss hanna you are in a safe place now

melissa schisler

March 16, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Kendra

March 16, 2009

I remember as a child going to Hanna's park for salt potato and a hot dog that was a summer meal for us sometimes and we loved it and he always made sure that is was something for us (Uticans) to do.
Thank you for the memories
God bless.

Helen Rosa

March 16, 2009

My condolences to Ed Hann's family and I'd like to say that Ed Hanna was UTICA and UTICA was Hanna. God Bless him. He did so much for this city and I hope everyone remembers it. Helen Jeamel Rosa

TIM & JOANN DOYLE, SR.

March 16, 2009

MRS. HANNA & FAMILY
WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE MAYOR. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THE GOOD THINGS HE DID. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Vita and Jess Bridenbecker

March 16, 2009

As I was reading some of the tributes left by many I was moved by how wonderful a person Mayor Hanna was. I already thought that in my heart because of how he personally touched our lives in the 70's. Here is my story. When he was elected Mayor of Utica in the 70's he had an "open door policy", I believe he actually took the door off of his office for a short time. I can attest that he was a man of his word. In 1976 we were a struggling young married couple with a child and my husband needed a job. I went to see Mayor Hanna. He gave me a letter stating when he was released from the Army he would have a job waiting for him. The day came when my husband showed up at City Hall, letter in hand, and Mayor Hanna hired him for the Parks Department. Later he transfered to the DPW where he worked for 5 years. Mayor Hanna was a unique individual who was loved by many. He made a personal impact to our lives and we will always remember him for that and the many wonderful things he did for the City of Utica.

carmelita white

March 16, 2009

Dear Hanna family, Just a little note to let you know that you and Mayor Hanna are in my prayers. Utica never looked so good as when he was our Mayor. Our streets were cleaner, our parks were beautiful and the people of Utica had something to be proud of. Even downtown was starting to look realy great. I know that in time with his attention it would have continued to grow and prosper. He had a vision and I wish he were still with us to make this vision come to fruition. God bless all of you . You will be in my prayers and thoughts.

carrie

March 16, 2009

god bless you an may you rest in peace knowing what a great job you did as major of utica

CATHY BOHEN

March 16, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

DENNIS DITTFIELD

March 16, 2009

Ed Hanna will greatly missed by many people not only those who live in utica. DENNIS DITTFIELD NYM

bets arcuri

March 16, 2009

GOD-BLESS YOU! YOU HAVE DONE A GREAT JOB FOR THE CITY OF UTICA YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!! R,I,P

Dennis and Debbie Flottman

March 16, 2009

Ed and Ellen were our neighbors during the time they lived in Fayetteville. We will always remember their love for one another, their kindness and special bond we shared with them. Ed was a special person who really cared about people, especially those in need. His love for the City of Utica and its people was heartwarming. We'll miss him and our sincerest condolences to Ellen.

Darlene Nimey-Baratier

March 16, 2009

My sincere sympathy to the Hanna family. Mayor Hanna did more for the city of Utica than any mayor in the country. He made the people proud and embrace this city more than ever. His overwhelming generosity, and dedication will be remembered forever. He was unselfish and a great role model to the people of the Utica. No one in history will leave the legacy that he did in our little city. He was like the grandfather of Utica and memories of the good old Hanna Park days with salt potatos, beautiful flowers and entertainment I will hold close to my heart forever. Dear Mayor Hanna you can rest knowing that you made a deep positive impression on all who knew you. We adored you and will hold you close to our hearts forever.

Richard Fuino

March 16, 2009

i would like to express my sympathy and condolences to the family of Mayor Hanna on passing away March 13 2009 as voter in the last election. He was also a vistor to St. John's Church Cathedral on 1120 Steuben st where there was a service for him last year. I was present at the service as the church singer and enjoyed singing for him and his wife.
Richard Fuino

Richard Fuino

March 16, 2009

SEAN THOMAS

March 16, 2009

As a former Utican, I have fond memories of the wonderful accomplishments of the Mayor. I know that he had a special love for this city and for it's residents. My heartfelt condolences go out to Mrs Hanna, the Mayors family and the many people in the city whose life he touched. May he rest in the arms of the Lord in peace having left this life with the full knowledge that he made this world a better place for so many.

edward gates

March 15, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Art and Rae Burmaster

March 15, 2009

We are so sorry to hear the passing of the greatest mayor Utica ever had. May he rest in peace.

Patricia Durante

March 15, 2009

My hearfelt sympathies to Mrs. Hanna and the Mayor's family. He truly had a passion for the city, and cared for all its residents and those in our area.

I have great memories of attending countless concerts and shows at Hanna Park growing up and enjoying those famous hot dog and salt potatoes for supper. It was always like one big family reunion thanks to Mayor Hanna.

I'll never forget when he was Mayor a second time and I spoke briefly to him at an intermission at the park. Looking out at the huge crowd he said, "Isn't this great? He was so proud. Thanks, Mr. Hanna. Rest in peace.

Marty

March 15, 2009

RIP my friend you did more for the city of Utica then all the rest put together!

fiore massucci

March 15, 2009

sorry for the lost we will all miss him and all the work he did for utica we will never have a mayor that can fill his shoes no matter how hard they try he was a dear friend to my grand mother ruby massucci i can remmber him comming and talking with her all the time may they both rest in peace

willie cooper

March 15, 2009

As they lay you to rest let it be known you were the city's best

Pauline Claflin

March 15, 2009

When I think of Mayor Hanna, I'm always reminded of my Grandparents. Mayor Hanna was a neighbor to my Grandparents on Emerson Ave. One fond memory, was as a young child going to his house on Halloween. I don't know what year it was, but, I think I was in elementary school. My siblings and I went to his house. We were invited in. I remember this beautiful living room w/ a large dark table full of so much candy. There were people standing behind it. I was so nervous, I took the first piece I could reach. Mayor Hanna said, "That's it, help yourself to another piece." So, I took a second piece of the same candy, because of just I felt embarrassed and was looking to get out of "there" real quick. My Grandparents were Charles and Dorothy Hauf. I remember her calling on him the phone, and talking to him on a first name basics. Through the years, when ever the subject arose about Mayor Hanna, I would always tell or think this story. He seemed like a very nice man. He was like one of my personal "living connectors" to my Grandparents after they both passed away. When I think of him, I think of them. My condolences are sincerely expressed to his family. God Bless.

Ingolf Hack

March 15, 2009

Some of my fondest memories as a young child were our family outings to Hanna Park for dogs and salt potatos. Mayor Hanna made us all proud to be Uticans. Thanks Mr. Mayor.

J A

March 15, 2009

I am sadden by the lost of Mayor Hanna. He will go done as the best Mayor Utica ever had. A little while ago I drove by City Hall and saw the little memorial at the Tower of Hope. It was impressive. God bless Ellen and Utica.

Gary Hamlin

March 15, 2009

My sympathy to Ellen Hanna, the Hanna family and all of Ed Hanna's many friends. He will always be remembered for his independence and his determination to do what he truly believed was best for Utica, and has left a wonderful legacy in all the parks he created for Uticans to enjoy for years to come.

Larry Trivieri Jr

March 15, 2009

Mayor Hanna's life and life's work can be summed up in two words: He cared. There is no greater legacy. He was far and away Utica's best mayor and during his tenures there was far more pride in and hope for Utica among the majority of we who live here than at any other time. Ed made it easy to believe in possibility and Utica will never see his kind again. I hope he knew how greatly he was appreciated and that his wife and family know it too.

Sue R. Baum Councilwomen 1975

March 15, 2009

We will miss Ed Hanna! Please accept my sincere sympathies!

J M Frederick

March 15, 2009

Edward Hanna left so much for the people of Utica, He did alot of positive things. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He lived a full life; may he rest in peace.

Donald Fredenburg

March 15, 2009

Rest In peace Mr. Hanna, and God bess your family.

Patricia Rybka-Harris

March 15, 2009

My sincerest sympathies to the family on your loss! Mayor Hanna was the only mayor to truly believe in Utica. He made our city his life's work. His mark will forever be on the city he loved and his memory will forever be in our hearts. God bless you, Mayor Hanna!

Robert Kelly

March 15, 2009

I am reminded of Ed everyday in Utica when I visit the Boys and Girls Club and the Senior Center Headquarters on the parkway, at Nurses Park, at the Adirondak Building, Hanna Parks, both Ellen and Ed, and at Liberty Park. I think of him when I dine or stop by for a drink at the Hotel Utica or even at the Raddison which was made possible from the original plan and clearance for La Prominade. Ed comes back to me when I look at the leader board at the Valley View golf course or when I stop by at the peaceful setting of the Erie Canalside restaurant. I check my time for my downtown appointments at the clock tower across from the savings bank and think of Ed when I listen to the chimes from the Tower of Hope. These are just some of his works that I can quickly remember off hand.
There are many more tangible reminders of Ed Hanna but the most profound keepsakess are the memories of his friendliness, his decisiveness, his entertaining debate style, and his ability to get things done. When he was mayor, there was an extra spring in everyone's step when they walked downtown and became aware of each new change that he had fashioned; and, there was a bigger smile on their face thinking of the feathers he had ruffled to get most of them done.
More than most, he is an historical figure for the ages in our town.

Mark H.

March 15, 2009

To echo what Dave from NH said, he gave the people HOPE.

God bless you Ed Hanna.

You were the hope of the people.

Eddie (Bovey) Pittman, Jr.

March 15, 2009

X-Mayor Hanna will be forever remembered in Utica's history as a person who's idealism inspired the City's people and we can see in the public parks, inc. Hanna Park where a few minutes meditation on his greatness is order. Go there!

NICHOLAS MONTANO

March 15, 2009

DEAR ELLEN
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ED. I WAS ON THE POLICE DEPT. WHEN HE WAS MAYOR HE WILL BE MISSED ..
NICK MONTANO RET.POLICE OFFICER.
PALM HARBOR FLORIDA.
.

John M Pawelek,jr.

March 15, 2009

God Bless Uticas Best Mayor Ever,

BC cast

March 15, 2009

Mrs Hanna and Family my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your family and friends embrace you with their love and support today and everyday. This is when Utica looked the best Under The Hanna Adiministration.. He loved his city and the people. He had a heart of Gold and always giving to help someone in need.. Rest in Peace Mayor Hanna,.Your sevice to Utica was outstanding you gave everyone pride to live there. All that you did came from your heart.

Mr and Mrs Ed Hanna

Marte Noll

March 15, 2009

My Prayers and thoughts go to the family, May God be with you and give you peace and healing. During the dedication of the shrine for Mother Marianne Cope, I took a beautiful picture of Mayor Hanna and his wife, I would like to share it with you all. Rest in peace Mr Hanna!!!!, thank you for what you did for Hanna Park. Marte Noll

LouAnn (Paternoster)Spatola

March 15, 2009

My deepest sympathy to Mayor Hanna's family and friends during this difficult time. He will be remembered by me and many others as one of the best Mayors Utica has ever had...!!! Rest in Peace, Mayor Hanna . Please watch over our city and say hello to my Dad in heaven.

t bg

March 14, 2009

Thank Christ!

C Brown

March 14, 2009

Sincerest Sympathies
Crist & Katie Brown
Sanibel Fl / Utica NY

Donna Campone

March 14, 2009

Lived in Utica for over 30 yrs. and now reside in FL. Mayor Hanna did more for the spirit and pride of Utica than anyone else before. He will be missed by anyone who ever was a "Utican"

Girard Plante

March 14, 2009

Ed Hanna's enthusiasm and endless energy from his first victory for mayor in 1973 proved to be a boost to the Utica area during those difficult times of the nation's energy crisis, recession, Vietnam and Watergate. Vietnam would end during his first term (April 1975). I recall vividly his re-election bid that same year during my sophomore year at Thomas R. Proctor High School -- me and my twin and our friends campaigned for him. That experience set us on a path to be actively involved in politics and participate in our community. Mayor Hanna impacted the lives of many people -- for the better. His innovative, creative and caring ways are needed in today's world. His selfless generosity in giving hundreds of thousands of dollars to local organizations show his love of humanity. Peace to his loving and devoted wife, Ellen, and the Hanna family.

Camley Zogby Hitti

March 14, 2009

Ed Hanna was a visionary and a good man who did great things for Utica and who always wanted to do so much more. May he rest in peace and may his family take comfort in the fact that he was appreciated and respected by most Uticans.

Tim

March 14, 2009

My (now ex) wife and I got married in 1999 while he was still mayor. After my mother in law surprised us with a small reception at the Radisson, we happened to see Mayor Hanna having a business meeting. Not one to be shy, my ex's aunt went up to him and asked him to join us for a piece of wedding cake. In that one time that I met him, he was very gracious to interrupt the lunch meeting he was having to come over and congratulate us. That is something I will never forget.

Mike Melioris

March 14, 2009

Mr. Hanna was a great man! Fantastic Mayor, Brilliant Businessman and a very compassionate man. Mr. Hanna had a lot of great ideas and drive. He really changed the direction of Utica twice. He had a rope plant in Waterville and made millions with Kodak, as he had patents to the Passport photo booth machine.

neil and virginia rennie

March 14, 2009

utica has lost a great man with the death of former mayor hanna. he has left my husband and i with a lot of great memories. our condolences to his family.

neil and virginia rennie (jacksonville fl)

Rocco De Paul

March 14, 2009

Dear Ellen, as a Lt. on the U.P.D Edward had me at the house when the Shaw was there, Keep well.

Rocco Garro

March 14, 2009

To Ellen:
Ed was a good man, caring and truly a gentleman and friend, even in times of disagreement at City Hall. It was an honor to have worked for him and much can be learned from him and his caring for the people of Utica and his family.

You and he made a gracious couple, always warm and friendly.

From our family to yours, bless you and our thoughts are with you and your son.

Rocco, Maureen and Lucia Garro

March 14, 2009

My most cherished memory of my Uncle Edward relates to the genuine kindness he and my Aunt Ellen extended to my mother and our family when my own father, Louis Hanna died. Even as a child, this touched my heart in a way I have recalled many times in the decades since.

I will miss you Uncle Edward.
Love,
Cheri Hanna

Barbara Duff

March 14, 2009

I didn't know Mayor Hanna personally. But I do remember the kind of mayor he was and he was the best. My symphany to the family of Mayor Hanna. We love Mayor Hanna and rest in peace

March 14, 2009

I was very close to Ed. His life was filled with alot of ups and downs when it came to being the Mayor. The most joy he had in life was doing things for the people of Utica. He was a business man and ran the city like it was a business. The common tax paying citizen with no political ties ment the most to him. I learned a lot from Ed and Ellen. I loved him and will never let his name and what he did fade away. I also would like to say thank you to Mark K. for helping him and Ellen.

D M

March 14, 2009

Our sincere condolences to Mrs. Hanna and her family. Mayor Hanna was a great man, caring for Utica like no other. He was ahead of his time.

Joyce Mettelman

March 14, 2009

Dear Ellen and Edward, We were so sorry to hear of Ed's death. We send our condolences and love. The Mettelmans,
Joyce and Art

Jacqueline Baldini

March 14, 2009

Ed Hanna did a lot for the people of the city of Utica when I lived there.
The people took pride in their city and there was never a dull news moment.
Condolences to the family.

Bruce & Dorie Maciag

March 14, 2009

It is great sorry that we have in our hearts in learning of the death of our friend, Ed Hanna. Ed was not only a dynamic, larger than life figure, but to us that knew him, a caring, generous man who held out a helping hand to anyone in need. Ed loved the City of Utica to a fault. He loved his wonderful wife, Ellen, and his family. Our hearts go out to his family, and let them know, we, along with our family, and the citizens of the area, will sorely miss Ed Hanna.

J.M. Morse

March 14, 2009

I didn't know Mayor Hanna as a PERSONAL acquaintance but by seeing how passionate he was for
his city & all he did to make Utica a
better place for all of us, I felt I knew him in a sense.
Utica should be proud; therefore, he,
as well as his family, friends; are in my familys' prayers & thoughts.
May god bless Mayor Hanna in paradise.

D. TALLINI

March 14, 2009

DEAR ELLEN,

READING ALL THESE MESSAGES JUST BRINGS MORE TEARS AS THEY BRINGS HOME ONCE AGAIN, WHAT A GREAT GUY YOUR HUSBAND REALLY WAS. I ADMIRED HIM AND POINTED OUT TO MY GROWING SONS THE VALUES OF HIS MANNER OF CONDUCTING BUSINESS BOTH AT CITY HALL AND IN WATERVILLE. WHAT HE INVISIONED AND DID FOR UTICA NO ONE SINCE HAS EVEN COME CLOSE TO!!! AND I REMEMBER SEEING THE TWO OF YOU FREQUENTLY AT THE VERNON DINER ON SUNDAY'S; YOU AND MAYOR HANNA ALWAYS HAD TIME TO SAY HELLO AND ASK HOW I WAS AND HOW THE "BOYS" WERE. THANK YOU ELLEN. GOD BLESS YOU. GOD BLESSED UTICA WHEN HE GAVE UTICA MAYOR HANNA. MAY "THE PEOPLE'S MAYOR" NOW REST IN PEACE. HE DID THE JOB, AND HE DID IT RIGHT.

CORNELL MAYE

March 14, 2009

Ed Hanna was the best mayor the city of Utica ever had! I am deeply
sadden by the event of Ed's death.
I learned many valuable lessons from Ed that I continue to utilize even to this day!

Richard Kistner

March 14, 2009

Ed, help me when i first when in to business in 1972 and many times after. my condolences to the family.

J P

March 14, 2009

Mayor Hanna taught us how important it is to have eyes that can see what needs to be done and a heart that cares, and to keep on moving forward, every step of the way, without ever stopping.

Tracy

March 14, 2009

I will never forget how beautiful the city looked when Ed Hanna was mayor..flowers..the streets were clean and there was nothing like salt potatoes at hanna park. He truly loved Utica.

J. French

March 14, 2009

A true Utica treasure, A person who did for Utica from the heart, our condolences to the Hanna Family.

Joe Oleksik

March 14, 2009

So sorry to hear the news of his passing. He will be missed by many.

Barbara Manderson

March 14, 2009

Mayor Hanna was a ray of sunshine in my mother (Louise Ryan's eyes). He led Utica for many years and we have fond memories of him.
Barbara Ryan Manderson, Ft. Myers, FL

David Reynolds

March 14, 2009

I went to his open,informal town meetings he use to hold. The place was packed with the common folks that make things work. He would speak from his heart for hours with his good common sense approach to goverment, with out telepromters. David Reynolds,former Utica,resident

Scott Cornish

March 14, 2009

A unique and unforgettable man, a true original. My condolences to his family and many friends.

Mary Friend

March 14, 2009

Ed was my beautiful, late Mother's cousin. I met him on a few of our annual family treks to Utica for Summer vacation. I can't speak to his political accomplishments, but I know what a warm and loving family he came from - that tells me well enough what 'good people' he was. Rest in peace, cousin Ed. And give my Mom, Aunts and Uncles a big warm hug and kiss from me.

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