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RIO HONDO, Texas - Lois Hanson was born August 31, 1936 and passed away at the age of 74 on June 2, 2011. Lois was born, raised, and graduated from high school in Longville. She most currently resided in Rio Hondo, Texas with her childhood sweetheart and husband of 58 years, Norm Hanson.

They lived in many placed during their marriage as a military family. After Norm's retirement from the Air Force, they spent time traveling the United States in their motor home, finally settling in South Texas. In addition to spending time with her children, Lois loved traveling, bingo, watching football (Go Broncos!), hunting, fishing and being outdoors. She took great pride when she bested her husband with the biggest elk, deer, antelope, or fish!

Lois will be remembered most for her servant's heart and dedication to her husband and children. Although Lois' body failed her, her mind never did; she was razor sharp until the very end.

Lois is survived by her husband Norm; brother Howard Yochum (Alice) of Longville ; brother Tom Yochum (Faye) of Spokane, Wash.; children: Steve (Shelly) Hanson of Longville; Melinda Hanson of Cheyenne, Wyo.; Kathy Brown of Denver, Colo.; Ron Hanson (Sheri) of Spokane; Susie Workman of Rio Hondo; Debbie Morris (Cary) of Cheyenne; John Hanson (Sandy) of McKinney, Texas; 14 grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.[[In-content Ad]]

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