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Kenneth Hansen Obituary
Hansen, Kenneth F. 74, December 11th, beloved husband of Eileen (nee Smyth), loving father of Brian, Jeff (Joy), Susan Hansen, Mary (Bill) Metzler and Beth (Steve) Rockey, dear grandfather of Nicole, Michelle and Ashley Hansen; Charlie, Jack, Danny, Katie and Bill Metzler; Kara, Matt and Emily Rockey, fond brother of Doris (the late Rick) Lavelle and the late Lorraine (Bill) Stiglic, beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews, loyal friend, man of multiple talents - gardener, singer, golfer and chef. "We will miss you". Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave. and Friday, 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass 10 a.m., at St. Barnabas Church, 10134 S. Longwood Dr. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Maria Shelter, 7315 S. Yale, Chicago, IL, 60621. 773-238-0075 www.donnellanfuneralhome.com 
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Memories and Condolences
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Peggy & John Doyle
September 21, 2008
Dear Eileen and Family:
John and I were so very sorry to hear of your loss. We just found out about his passing recently as we are in FL in December. I was in Showboat with Ken and he was truly a Gentleman and a Scholar. Please accept our condolences and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan Feit-Stern
December 22, 2007
To Sue and the entire Hansen family,
We extend our condolences on your loss. May you find comfort through your beautiful family and many friends.
Lee Tew
December 15, 2007
Sorry to hear about Ken, we had many good times in the Builders Tee Club, a wonderful guy, a pleasure to be with. He will be missed.
Kate Fullick
December 13, 2007
Dear Beth and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love, Kate and Doug Fullick
Ronni, Chris, Seth and Molly Frey
December 13, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much Sue loved and respected her father and how much he will be missed. We love her very much and our thoughts and prayers are with her and your whole family.
Lisa [Richards] La Vallee
December 13, 2007
Hansen Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm really going to miss Mr. Hansen - especially his booming voice, the times in Florida when we'd sing "Fiddler on the Roof" duets together, his kidding around, and all of the wonderful affection he had for family and friends throughout the years. He will be missed.
Ken Christensen
December 13, 2007
Dear Hansen family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We are thinking of all of you and pray for your peace and comfort.
Cheryl and Ken Christensen
Cindy and Mark Blume
December 12, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy Cindy and Mark Blume
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