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William Hansen Obituary

Hansen, William James "Billy" Age 50, In God's Care on February 3, 2017. Billy was a loving and adoring father to Aidan Taylor Hansen, Alexandria Grace and her late baby twin sister, Samantha Lee Hansen. He is survived by their mother, Aniela; beloved son of Kathleen "Kay" (nee Prindiville) and Leroy R. Hansen; dear brother of Kelly (Dennis) Gilroy, Julie (Francis) Burns, Christopher (Sheila Manning), and Catherine (Jeffry) Bross; fond uncle of Courtney (Bryan) Merrigan; Zack, Moira, and Hannah Gilroy; Kathleen, Martin, and Julia Burns; Matthew, Brian and Joseph Hansen; Anna, Timothy and James Bross; fond nephew to Robert (Joy) Kuchler, Robert (Carol) Hansen, James (the late Muriel) Prindiville, and Michael (Mary) Prindiville. Billy was also dearly loved by many cousins and friends. Alumnus of Christ the King Grammar School, St. Ignatius College Prep, and Benedictine University.Family and friends will gather at Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL 60643 on Wednesday for visitation from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at 7:00 p.m. Interment Private. Memorials to Christ the King School Foundation, Avenues to Independence, 515 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, IL 60068, or The New Day Center c/o Hinsdale Hospital Foundation, 120 N. Oak St. Hinsdale, IL 60521 are most appreciated. Funeral Info: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors 708-636-5500 or www.heeneyfh.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 7, 2017.

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Cynthia Davies

February 18, 2017

Dave and I were so sad to hear about the recent loss of your son, Bill. We have been thinking of you during this difficult time and extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family.

With love,
Cindy and Dave Davies

Delphine Gerlich Smoljan

February 12, 2017

Dear Kay and family,
Deepest sympathies to you and your family. MaryBarbara told me of your loss and Carol Madden Chiappetta and I wanted you to know we are keeping you in our prayers. May God keep you all in his care.
Carol and Delphine Gerlich Smoljan

February 11, 2017

With deepest sympathy, may you find comfort from God's word at John 6:40

Tony Dodson

February 9, 2017

I am so sorry your loss. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

I had the great pleasure of meeting Bill in 2006 and we became business acquaintances and ultimately friends.
His wit and intellect kept me on my toes at all times.

God rest his soul!

February 9, 2017

So sorry....he had a wit and glow that will always accompany his memory.....our prayers to all of you

Joyce and Neil

Aniela Hansen

February 8, 2017

To Mikey and Debbie,
You made us cry....Thank you for you and Bill is resting from his struggles. For this, we are blessed.

February 8, 2017

Dear Julie, I am so sorry for your loss (saw your FB post). May the love and strength of your family comfort you and each other during this difficult time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori Valencic

February 8, 2017

Dear Kay, Lee, and family,
While we did not know your son, we are heartbroken for you and will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Ann and Kevin Garvey

Cara Brennan

February 8, 2017

Dear Hansen Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Billy. God Speed!
Cara O'Malley Brennan

Debbi Pastor

February 8, 2017

We are so very sorry for your loss. We have some wonderful memories of the times we spent with Bill and your family and he will be greatly missed but never forgotten. I can hear his laughter in my mind right now and see his smiling face. His love for life and his love for his children will be with us forever. Much love and prayers for your family.

Love,
Mike, Debbi, Caitlin, Nathan and Madison Pastor

Michael Pastor

February 8, 2017

I wish I could be there to say goodbye. He was like a brother to me and I his little brother.
Words cannot explain how deeply saddened I am. I only hope I will see him again in heaven and
reunite with family and friends there. My memories are great about him and the time we shared together.
Bill, the Mustang is yours and I will drive it always with your memories with me of good times.
God bless you Brother, in Christ.

John Cleary

February 7, 2017

Gone but not forgotten , we will always fondly remember Billy from his years at CK, catching for the BAC Red Sox and Days Out and about during St Patrick's Day Parade weekend. Our sincerest condolences and sympathies to all in his family.

Debbie Schmidt

February 7, 2017

My thoughts and prayers to your entire family. May memories comfort you during this difficult time. May he be at peace.

Bill Morrissey

February 7, 2017

I would like to share my deepest condolences to Bill's entire family.

Bill was so proud of his family and spoke of the their vacations at his parent's lake house with such passion.

I worked with Bill during our years in Kansas City starting with his days at Marsh and also once he moved to Hays Group.

We spent numerous hours together in the car on our way to and from meetings in Southern Missouri & Northern Iowa.

My favorite memories are talking about our families and I remember so clearly Bill's stories of Aidan & Alexandria. He spoke of them with such pride and love.

I also remember the times together with Bill & Nell attending concerts and parties together.

God Bless!

Bill Morrissey

Nell, Aidan, and Alex Hansen

February 7, 2017

We have been here before with our beautiful daughter Samantha.....Aidan , Alex, and I only hope you are at rest and holding Samanthas hand.
Your struggles have ended, for which we are glad , but nothing compares to the physical presence of a Dad.
Rest.

February 7, 2017

To our sweet neighbors...Julie, Fran and Kathleen, Julia & Marty.

We hope warm & loving memories of your brother and uncle sustain you during this difficult time of loss. May God bring strength & peace to you in the days ahead!

Love,
Jeannie & Paul
Paul, Jr. Alex, Rebecca Rogalski
and Tim & Elizabeth Larsen

Candace Allison

February 7, 2017

Dear Hansen Family,

I wish I could be there to give you a hug and tell you how very sorry I am for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the many good memories you have and share bring you peace.

Love to all,
Candi O'Malley Allison

Kathy & Tom Plesha

February 7, 2017

To the Hansen Family,

I pray that this poem helps you find a slight bit of peace as you attempt to get through this difficult time.


THE ROSE BEYOND THE WALL

A rose once grew were all could see,
Sheltered beyond the garden wall,
And as the days passed swiftly by,
It spread its branches, straight and tall...

One day a beam of light shined through a crevice, that had opened wide,
The rose bent gently towards its warmth,
Then passed beyond to the other side...

Now you, who deeply feel its loss,
Be comforted,
The rose blooms there,
Its beauty much greater now,
Nurtured by God's own loving care...

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February 7, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hansen family at the difficult time. We are so sorry to learn of your loss.
Mary, Hannah and Ian Murdoch

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Debbie & Jim Hahn

February 7, 2017

Leroy, Kay and family:
May the precious memories you hold close to your heart help to ease the pain.

Sharon Jennings

February 7, 2017

Mr. & Mrs. Hansen, Nell, Aidan, and Alex:

My heart goes out to each of you. I will be praying for all the family in the next few days, weeks, and months. It was so nice to see Bill's smiling face, and may he now rest in peace.

Sharon Jennings, Kansas City, MO

Sharon Jennings

February 7, 2017

Mr. & Mrs. Hansen, Nell, Aidan, and Alex:

My heart goes out to each of you. I will be saying prayers for all over the next few days, weeks, and months. It is so nice to see Bill's smiling face and may he rest in peace now.

Sharon Jennings, Kansas City, MO

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February 7, 2017

Hansen family sorry for your lost may the God off all comfort be with you at this Different time hosea13,14,

John Waters

February 7, 2017

Later in life, we always told people we were 'business partners' in our first job, delivering the Tribune. Billy always reminded me of the times he'd have to get me out of bed to work the route.

I spoke to Bill just before Christmas this year. We talked about our kids. It was one of the best presents. I love you man!!

Prayers to all!

February 7, 2017

My condolences for your loss, may the peace of God that supases all the understanding, comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. John 6:40.

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