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Memories for Florence
From: Ralph Christensen II &Jayne Kautzman
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From: Harold & Jill Hanson
I've had to say goodbye more times then I would have liked,but everyone can say that. And no matter how many times we do it even when it's for the greater good it still stings. And though we'll never forget what we've given up. Weowe it to ourselves to keep moving forward. ((What we can't do is live our lives always afraid of the next goodbye, because chances are thir not going to stop.)) The trick is to recongnize when a goodbye could be a good thing, when it's a chance to start again. our love and sympathy go's out to all of you.
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From: Essy (Esther) Parizek
Mom, & Family
All my love, thoughts and Prayers are with all of us as we lay Mom to rest and let her join our Father and all her loved ones in Heaven. May the rest of our lives be as peaceful as I know hers will forever be.
Love Essy...
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From: Christopher Harold Hanson
Your Mother Florence Hanson was so very sweet, warm hearted and strong willed person, we were very lucky to have her in our lives. becauce of this fact we are all here today to share the love & remember her today. may god bless her & hold her dear to him. With every mile I roll from coast to coast, she will always be dear to my heart. And will always be in my thoughts & prayers. Love always your grandson Christopher Harold Hanson 1-18-2010
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From: ASHLEY HANSON
To the Family.
The death of a mother is the hardest to bear for she is the one who is there for you the most. She loved you from your very first breath. Though she has passed, she is still here in every shadow, and memory. She was the pillar of strength even until the end. So follow in her foot steps and keep the trend. You will miss her more then words could ever say but the pain in your heart from one unimaginable day will hopefully soon fade away. She is forever in your hearts and in your mind just close you eyes she wonÕt be hard to find.
The connection is not broken, the connection stays just follow heart your and you will never be apart. She leaves behind her love so share it with the world.
In her life she has shown the path to follow, promise her you will carry on the contagious smile. That same smile that would light up a room the minute you walked in. Promise her you will love harder and forgive faster. Promise her you will have a heart as big as she did. Promise her you will never give up on others even when you are ready to give up on yourself. Promise to make her proud with all that you are. She is in resting in gods arms now, although in the ground her body will lay god needed another angel on that very day. So the most important promise to make today is to promise to grieve the absence of her physical being but only for a moment and then promise to set her free. Because thatÕs how she would want it to be.
Love Ashley
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From: Mari Valhovd & Son, Preston Valhovd
This is the Song on Our Hearts for You Today Beloved Grandmother, Florence...
"Golden Streets" Charles Billingsley
I've just discovered life here is easy
The hard work is over when hearts stop their beating
My moment is done, I've run out of time
But I want you to know, I'm just fine
I am thankful for His grace
It's because of His love that I'm in this place
CHORUS
Now I'm walking golden streets
I'm splashing in the crystal sea
I've watched a lion kiss the lamb
And I've been held by his nail-scarred hands
I've seen the Father and His glorious throne
I can't believe I'm calling heaven home
Don't you worry, don't you weep for me
'Cause I'm walking, walking golden streets
Rubies and diamonds don't mean a thing
All of their beauty is under my feet
Sapphires and pearls scattered around
They don't compare to the beautiful sound
Of angels singing praise to my Lord
And I will be listening forevermore
CHORUS
BRIDGE
I'm more at peace now than I've ever been
I spend my days just praising Him
I've reaped the blessings of a faithful life
There's no way to describe
Jesus by my side...
CHORUS
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From: Jennifer Wahl
Essy
So sorry to hear about your mom. Thinking of you and your family.
Jen
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From: Your Niece & Cousin Dori
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Auntie Florence, May God bless her and keep her in his loving arms, until we meet again. To all her wonderful family try to be strong and I'll keep you in my prayers.
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From: connie potts
My sincere condolences in the loss of your mother. I worked with her at the Senior Center and she was a very nice, caring lady. Connie Potts
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From: Betty Trierweiler & Melody Donelson
On her headstone, it will read....
Florence Harriet Hanson
11/6/1920 - 1/12/2010
This is the date of her birth and the date of her passing on to eternal life with our Lord.
The most important part of these dates is the dash between them.
The dash represents our lives.
Mom's dash was full of family, love, faith, travel, and most of all, full of spunk!
She was raised with her 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Unfortunately, she lost her father when she was 14, but her mother later remarried. Hollis, our dad, proposed and so began a very busy life. They had 10 children.
Sadly, David passed away as an infant. She had 25 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren, and numerus great great grandchildren.
Her love for dad involved her doing some things she normally not have done, like fixing cars.
Her family gave her life purpose after our dad passed away 33 years ago.
One time I called mom and told her Dave was calling me "Florence". She said, "Should I come to Minneapolis so he can tell the difference?" I told her , "Mom, this is a compliment! I help Dave like you helped dad. You set a good example."
After raising 9 children, her nest felt empty, so she had her birds as pets to keep her company. She worked as a housekeeper for 2 years at the Clarence Parker Hotel and also volunteered for 12 years at the Clarence Parker Senior Citizens Center.
Jesus was her Savior. In her later years she enjoyed reading her Bible and watched church services on tv.
Her travels took her to Florida, North Carolina, Colorado and Minnesota. She preferred cars and trains over flying.
She visited Disney World, Sea World and Pigeon Forge, TN.
She was serenaded by a Kenny Rogers impersonator, and went on several dinner cruises.
Her time spent camping with family was probably like a luxury vacation, when compared to her early marriage, living in a chicken coop until the little house was finished.
In her latter years she enjoyed short scenic excursions with Delores.
Her spunk was evident up through her last days in the hospital. It kept her healthy and active. Even the removal of a brain tumor did not slow her down.
Her spunk also kept her independent. She wanted to do everything on her own.
Mom was blessed with a full and happy life.
Her dash will not be in vain.
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From: Loraine Trierweiler
2/16/2010
Dear Betty and Dave -
My heart goes out to you now as you deal with the passing of your mom. As I'm feeling the loss of my mom, only a year ago, I understand very well.
Both our mothers lived a long life and we are proud of both of them. Their health problems were few in comparison- for this we must be thankful.
Keeping busy and "talking it out" has alway's seemed to help me. If I can be a "good listener" - just call me.
Give my condolences to the rest of your family too - most of all my understanding of what you are going through.
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From: Delores J. Walhood
Memories of Mom are all we have now; Mom is with her God & Savior accompanied by her son, David into eternity. Mom & I shared many travels to colorado, Minnesota, Florida, Montana & North Dakota. My grandchildren will have lasting memories of the several trips we shared. Mom & I spent almost every Sunday together going out to lunch & drives. She often challenged me with a comment to see what my response would be. We visited many relatives & friends & also met them for lunch. There are many childhood memories of how she would always be there for her children. Mom taught us to be hard workers & not give up, not by words but by example.
Mom, I didn't tell you often enough how much I loved you & it seems strange not to have you here for our Sunday lunches.
You brought all of us together & we are now closer than ever. Mom, Now you have something better to do! We will meet you there someday. Our God is an Awesome God!
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