Howard William Hansen's Obituary
Howard (Swede) Hansen, aged 84, of Santa Clara passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March third. Howard was born on January 24th 1931 in San Mateo California to William and Marie Hansen. He lived in Suisun California until his enlistment in to the Navy where he served aboard the USS Mercury and USS Amphion. In 1953 he married Carolyn Burrell of Suisun California. After his discharge from the Navy, he attended San Jose State University where he received Bachelors degree in Business Administration. After graduation he started his 40-year career in power equipment sales. Howard enjoyed traveling the country visiting national parks, appreciating small towns, and meeting people. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Carolyn; sister Dorothy Able; children Bill, Sally and Laura; and grandchildren, Kyle, Paige, Scott and Lauren. A private memorial service will be held for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation.
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