Forever in our Hearts
Robert M. Hanson
Robert Hanson, 93 of Bemus Point, NY passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 18, 2020.
Bob was born October 4th, 1927 to Hans and Edith Hanson. Bob grew up in Elmhurst, NY and graduated in 1946 from Bemus Point High School.
He is survived by his 4 children, Jim Hanson (Susan), Sue Kelemen, Sally McMillin & Sonya Hanson. 3 grandchildren, Jason McMillin (Tiffany), Ben McMillin and Jessica Hanson and 3 great grandchildren Mason McMillin, Calen McMillin and Halie Vanevery. Bob is also survived by his brother Jack, his wife Mardell their children Jody, Amy and Jon. He was proceeded in death by his wife Doris who he married March 1, 1951 and who passed away in 1978, as well as his father Hans who died on March 5, 1981 and mother Edith on October 10, 1993.
Bob joined the army in 1946 when he began basic training at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. He was shipped to Japan where he worked in communications and climbed telephone poles to install phone line after WWII. After his time in the Army, Bob worked at Crescent Tool Company for a short time before he attended the Superior Sign & Pictorial School in Chicago, Illinois. Moving back to Jamestown, in 1948 Bob opened the doors of Hanson Sign & Screen Process Corporation. Soon after Hanson Sign was opened Bob’s brother Jack joined him in the business. For over 40 years, he left his artistic mark with hand painted signs and hand lettered trucks for businesses all around Jamestown, NY. He was one of the first to design and produce sand blasted signs. Bob retired from Hanson Signs in 1989.
Bob was a selfless, and fun loving father and grandfather, teaching valuable life lessons while having fun. He had the gift to connect and get the best out of others. Some called him the pied piper when it came to his grandchildren and youngsters, all eyes and ears were on Gramp. A great teacher and mentor to his kids and others around him.
Bob enjoyed many sports whether it be speed skating, soccer, football or baseball. He started the Jamestown Area Speed Skating Club where he coached many young skaters in the area. He was there to help with the groundbreaking efforts for the indoor skating rink at Allen Park. Bob was also instrumental in developing the women’s softball league in Jamestown and coached the War Vets women’s team for several years. In 1983 Bob was inducted into the Chautauqua County Sports Hall of fame for his achievements in numerous athletic endeavors. He had fond memories of attending the 1980 Winter Olympics and watching speed skater, Eric Heiden win 5 gold medals, as well as witnessing the Miracle on Ice, when the USA beat Russia in hockey. One of his most cherished travels was a trip to Sweden for his 70th birthday, a present from his kids. He visited his Dad’s homestead and spent time with his cousins.
Bob had many hobbies that he enjoyed with his family and friends, two of his favorites were hunting and fishing. He loved wood carving and had even restored his two Chris Craft boats that were used on Chautauqua Lake. He also loved to take advantage of the lake freezing over to skate the length or to skate sail.
A true gentleman. A life well lived Dad, with much enthusiasm and kindness. You were the wind beneath all our wings.
Bob has donated his body to science at the University at Buffalo Medical School. A great big thank you for the wonderful caregivers, Mary, Lisa L., Karley, Annie and Lisa G. who helped our Dad and family along the way. Thanks also to the team at Chautauqua County Hospice & Palliative Care.
Visit Bob’s memory wall and share a condolence, story or picture at www.mykeeper.com/profile/BobHanson
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| Name | Robert Marvin Hanson |
| Date of Birth | October 4th, 1927 |
| Date of Death | November 18th, 2020 |
| Home Town | Jamestown, NY, US |
| Interests | Family, wood carving, hunting, fishing and athletics |
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Family |
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| Children | James Hanson, Sally Ann McMillin, Sonya Hanson, Susan Marie Kelemen |
| Siblings | Jack Hanson |
| Parents | Edith Amanda Peterson Hanson, Hans E. Hanson |
| Grand-Parents | Britta Hansson, Johanna Christenson Peterson, John Peterson, Pella Hansson |
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| 1946 | Bemus Point High School, High School | ||
| 1948 - 1989 | Owner/Sign Painter, Hanson Sign & Screen Process | ||
| 1951 | married Doris Hanson (deceased 1978) | ||
| 1983 | Inducted in Chautuaqua Sports Hall of Fame | ||
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A privalege to know all Hanson's thru skating.
He will be missed, not forgotten
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Just now hearing about Cousin Bob's passing, and I'm so very sorry for all of you. What a fun-loving guy he was, and always so very kind and generous.
I have so many fond memories of spending time at Bob's home, as well as the home of Uncle Hans and Aunt Edith (I so loved them!), and playing in the pond with all you cousins (summer of 1968)! And the Hanson Reunion in 1994 was fantastic--it was great to meet even more cousins!
I'm praying for all the family, that your favorite memories of special times together will comfort you during the sadness of missing him. Love and hugs to all, Cousin Sandy, Orlando
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May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the warm rays of sun fall upon your home
And may the hand of a friend always be near.
May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.
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I’ll never forget forget my childhood memories with Betty and Bob, Bob paddling my cousins and I around the pond or winters spent sledding and skating on the pond. Bob, you will be missed but certainly never forgotten. Thank you for the memories
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We are saddened by the passing of our Mother’s life partner. Over the past 40 years he brought her adventures, joy and shared love of their children and grandchildren. We have great memories that will live far beyond his life on this earth..
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So sad to hear about Bob’s passing. He was a special man and a very good friend to the Wally Carlson family. Rest In Peace.
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Oh My God - I am so sorry to hear about Bob's passing and please accept my most heart felt condolences. From the time I purchased Hanson Sign in 1988 to the time I sold in 2016 (28 years) the name never changed because I did not want the reputation, the skill, the talent and all that Bob stood for to be forgotten. I wanted that feeling of friendship, warm and intergrity to live on forever. For 28 years I kept it going and all the time Bob was beside me - if not physically then in my thoughts.
He taught me to be humble, to be proud and to be myself - Bob Hanson remade me and I am so grateful for all he was to me, my family and the business. To the family I only hope you know how proud he was of all of you and how proud I was to be part of his life.
With the most sincere regards
Gene Aversa and Family
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To the Hanson family, It was a privilege and honor to have known Bob. He was a true gentleman and competitive softball coach. I was one of his players on the Fluvanna War Vets team for several years. We shared many hours at practice and during games together. He was a remarkable man and will certainly be missed by many. Sending special thoughts and prayers to his family. Coach Hanson, you were the Best!!!
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I am so thankful to have had the blessing of knowing Robert and the joy of spending time with him. His optimistic outlook and incredible wisdom were a gift I will always appreciate as well as this gift of his woodworking craftsmanship. While he is gone, his joy, enthusiasm,and vigor live on in his children, and will carry on for generations. Thank you Hanson Family for sharing your Dads life with me
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What a good man we lost! My sincere condolences to all of the Hanson clan.
Skoal to Sir Bobby! You will be missed.
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