Bob Hanson

ROCKFORD - Robert "Bob" C. Hanson, age 87, was born in Rockford on August 3, 1937 and died on October 29, 2024. Born to Edward and Alice (Nyberg) Hanson, Bob attended Rockford public schools, worked and lived as a lifelong Rockford resident.

Bob worked at Strandquist Motors, Nelson Storm and retired from Swedish American Hospital. Bob was a loving husband, devoted dad and involved Gramps for the kids, grandkids, and great grandkids he inherited by marriage. His family meant the world to him, and he meant the world to his family.

Bob will be most remembered for his down-to-earth personality, generous heart, and fun-loving spirit. He enjoyed tinkering with cars and small engines, going to casinos, traveling in his motor-home, and sharing meals and conversations with his family and friends.

Survivors include daughter, Sharon (Tom) Whelan; daughter-in-law, Sue (Don Cooper) Fanis; granddaughters, Sarah, Linda, Erica, Kate and Rebecca; great grandchildren, Samantha, Jackson, Dylan, Kaylee, Jordan, Kameela and Jameel; and cousins, Janet, David and Dick; Predeceased by his wife, Genevieve Fanis Hanson; his parents; his brother; and several uncles and aunts.

The family extends their sincere appreciation for the compassionate and respectful care Bob received this last year from UW Health Swedish American, East Bank Center, Fair Oaks Health Care Center, and Beloit Memorial Hospital and Hospice.

Celebration of Life will be at Christenson Funeral Home on Sunday, Nov 3, with visitation from 1-2pm. Memorial service will begin at 2pm. Cremation rites have been arranged and inurnment of ashes will be at Arlington Cemetery at a later date.

Bob requested donations to St. Jude's Children Hospital or a charity of your choice, in lieu of flowers.

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