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Arthur Hansen Obituary

Hansen, Arthur R. Age 89. Beloved husband of the late Mary Jane (nee Enright), the love of his life, who taught him many things about living a good and spiritual life together; devoted father of Arthur, Donna (Don) Waldrom, Mary Jane Ransford, John (Joan), Richard, Robert and Nancy (Craig) Jones; loving grandfather of eight; and great-grandfather of ten. 43 years of service with R.R. Donnelly-Chicago. Loved the Cubs and loved to golf. Visitation Sunday 3:00-9:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Monday 10:00 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Terrence Church, 4300 W. 119th Place, Alsip, for 11:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com, (708) 974 4410.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 10, 2019.
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Sending love and hugs to my second cousins and their families. I remember Uncle Artie fondly as well as Aunt Mary Jane, both of whom were always very sweet to me. May God provide comfort during your grief.

Jennifer von Helms

Family

January 15, 2019

Donna, I am so happy that your Mother and Father are together again. It is so nice to see pictures of your Mom.
They were both wonderful people. May their memories be eternal.

Elaine Alexander

Friend

January 15, 2019

Donna, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. What a terrific couple your Mom and Dad were. They're together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Mary Kay Wood

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January 13, 2019

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So sorry for your great lost May the God of comfort be with you and your family now and in the future.

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Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

David Gaidas and Family

January 10, 2019

Donna and family, Sending love and prayers at this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of your father.
God Bless...

Geri Heilbron

Friend

January 9, 2019

He was the kindest, gentlest father one could have. A regular guy who loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with all his heart.

Mary Ransford

Daughter

January 9, 2019

Mr Hansen was a great man.
My sympathies to all of you on the loss of your father. He is now in heaven with your awesome mom.

Kathy Forrest

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January 9, 2019

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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Funeral

10:00 a.m.

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Terrence Church

4300 W. 119th Place, Alsip, IL

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