This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Pete - Brad Hansen, 66 years old, born on June 14, 1954, and passed away on August 1, 2020. We will remember him forever.
Growing up, I always looked forward to time with Uncle Pete. My memories with him are full of so much laughter. Whether he was making us banana pancakes, playing cards or telling us a funny story about Mom, Aunt Cheryl, and Aunt Michele when they were kids, we always enjoyed time with him.
As we grew older, I learned more about how he overcame so many incredible challenges in his life. From his military service to a harrowing motorcycle accident when he was younger, to the various addictions he overcame, he was such an inspiration to all of us. Even before he passed, he was doing everything he could to be healthy and live his best life.
Uncle Pete is an awesome example of how strong willed all of the Hansen children can be when they put their mind to something. After joining Weight Watchers, he quickly excelled and lost his goal weight in record time. He kept going to meetings and was politely told he really didn’t need to do that anymore! Regardless, he consistently reminded all of us how many points were in the food we were consuming at family functions! I never knew Sesame Chicken had 25 points - some people’s daily allotment - until Uncle Pete educated us!
We are forever grateful that he found such lasting love when he met Lily. Though they met later in life, it was clear to all that she was the love of his life. Lily’s children truly became like Uncle Pete’s own, including the precious grandchildren who he loved so dearly. Some of our greatest family memories as adults are when Uncle Pete, Aunt Lily, Aunt Cheryl, Buff, Matt and Ola came to visit our family in TX for Christmas. Mom, Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Pete were so happy being together and Uncle Pete truly glowed from having Lily with his family.
Even in his death, Uncle Pete was so brave and selfless. Hearing what families go through with this type of death has been heart breaking, but experiencing it firsthand was gut wrenching. We couldn’t be prouder of our family, including Lily and Andrea, and all that they weathered together. I know Uncle Pete would be so proud of his sisters and wife.
As we grew older, I learned more about how he overcame so many incredible challenges in his life. From his military service to a harrowing motorcycle accident when he was younger, to the various addictions he overcame, he was such an inspiration to all of us. Even before he passed, he was doing everything he could to be healthy and live his best life.
Uncle Pete is an awesome example of how strong willed all of the Hansen children can be when they put their mind to something. After joining Weight Watchers, he quickly excelled and lost his goal weight in record time. He kept going to meetings and was politely told he really didn’t need to do that anymore! Regardless, he consistently reminded all of us how many points were in the food we were consuming at family functions! I never knew Sesame Chicken had 25 points - some people’s daily allotment - until Uncle Pete educated us!
We are forever grateful that he found such lasting love when he met Lily. Though they met later in life, it was clear to all that she was the love of his life. Lily’s children truly became like Uncle Pete’s own, including the precious grandchildren who he loved so dearly. Some of our greatest family memories as adults are when Uncle Pete, Aunt Lily, Aunt Cheryl, Buff, Matt and Ola came to visit our family in TX for Christmas. Mom, Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Pete were so happy being together and Uncle Pete truly glowed from having Lily with his family.
Even in his death, Uncle Pete was so brave and selfless. Hearing what families go through with this type of death has been heart breaking, but experiencing it firsthand was gut wrenching. We couldn’t be prouder of our family, including Lily and Andrea, and all that they weathered together. I know Uncle Pete would be so proud of his sisters and wife.
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Growing up, I always looked forward to time with Uncle Pete. My memories with him are full of so much laughter. Whether he was making us banana pancakes, playing cards or telling us a funny story about Mom, Aunt Cheryl, and Aunt Michele when they were kids, we always enjoyed time with him.
As we grew older, I learned more about how he overcame so many incredible challenges in his life. From his military service to a harrowing motorcycle accident when he was younger, to the various addictions he overcame, he was such an inspiration to all of us. Even before he passed, he was doing everything he could to be healthy and live his best life.
Uncle Pete is an awesome example of how strong willed all of the Hansen children can be when they put their mind to something. After joining Weight Watchers, he quickly excelled and lost his goal weight in record time. He kept going to meetings and was politely told he really didn’t need to do that anymore! Regardless, he consistently reminded all of us how many points were in the food we were consuming at family functions! I never knew Sesame Chicken had 25 points - some people’s daily allotment - until Uncle Pete educated us!
We are forever grateful that he found such lasting love when he met Lily. Though they met later in life, it was clear to all that she was the love of his life. Lily’s children truly became like Uncle Pete’s own, including the precious grandchildren who he loved so dearly. Some of our greatest family memories as adults are when Uncle Pete, Aunt Lily, Aunt Cheryl, Buff, Matt and Ola came to visit our family in TX for Christmas. Mom, Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Pete were so happy being together and Uncle Pete truly glowed from having Lily with his family.
Even in his death, Uncle Pete was so brave and selfless. Hearing what families go through with this type of death has been heart breaking, but experiencing it firsthand was gut wrenching. We couldn’t be prouder of our family, including Lily and Andrea, and all that they weathered together. I know Uncle Pete would be so proud of his sisters and wife.
As we grew older, I learned more about how he overcame so many incredible challenges in his life. From his military service to a harrowing motorcycle accident when he was younger, to the various addictions he overcame, he was such an inspiration to all of us. Even before he passed, he was doing everything he could to be healthy and live his best life.
Uncle Pete is an awesome example of how strong willed all of the Hansen children can be when they put their mind to something. After joining Weight Watchers, he quickly excelled and lost his goal weight in record time. He kept going to meetings and was politely told he really didn’t need to do that anymore! Regardless, he consistently reminded all of us how many points were in the food we were consuming at family functions! I never knew Sesame Chicken had 25 points - some people’s daily allotment - until Uncle Pete educated us!
We are forever grateful that he found such lasting love when he met Lily. Though they met later in life, it was clear to all that she was the love of his life. Lily’s children truly became like Uncle Pete’s own, including the precious grandchildren who he loved so dearly. Some of our greatest family memories as adults are when Uncle Pete, Aunt Lily, Aunt Cheryl, Buff, Matt and Ola came to visit our family in TX for Christmas. Mom, Aunt Cheryl and Uncle Pete were so happy being together and Uncle Pete truly glowed from having Lily with his family.
Even in his death, Uncle Pete was so brave and selfless. Hearing what families go through with this type of death has been heart breaking, but experiencing it firsthand was gut wrenching. We couldn’t be prouder of our family, including Lily and Andrea, and all that they weathered together. I know Uncle Pete would be so proud of his sisters and wife.
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Brad would stay at our house a lot during the summer when we were kids.
Some times in the evening after dark, we would sneak over to one of the neighbors and help ourselves to apples that grew on trees in their yard. In August they were still on the green side but we didn't care.
There was a school across the street from my house and they had a dumpster that was up against the building. I guessed that we could climb on the dumpster and get on the roof. We were just about to make it up to the roof when a patrolling police car spotted us and the chase was on. We didn't make it too far before being caught. After we plead our case that we weren't vandalizing anything they let us go.
Some times in the evening after dark, we would sneak over to one of the neighbors and help ourselves to apples that grew on trees in their yard. In August they were still on the green side but we didn't care.
There was a school across the street from my house and they had a dumpster that was up against the building. I guessed that we could climb on the dumpster and get on the roof. We were just about to make it up to the roof when a patrolling police car spotted us and the chase was on. We didn't make it too far before being caught. After we plead our case that we weren't vandalizing anything they let us go.
One summer I had firecrackers that I sold to a friend. He and another guy would come over and hangout with Brad and I. For some reason that I don't remember I wasn't with them but they got the idea to stuff some of the firecrackers in an aspirin bottle. They were at the house behind us and Brad got talked into lighting the improvised exploding device.I heard the explosion. I was glad I wasn't with them because sure enough, the police showed up again. My final story was abou a young woman that lived nextdoor. At night when she was getting ready for bed she would change in front of her bedroom window and let it all hang out. Brad and I sure enjoyed that.
Baby I miss you a lot,
if you were here with me, today February 15 we would be celebrating our sixteenth wedding anniversary,
you do not know how much your unexpected departure has hurt me ,
you transcended this early plane and left an indelible mark‼️on my heart ,
I feel it empty and I
for your physical absence, when someone asks for you...I ,
I also cry at nights when I can not fall asleep,
without proposing it...
I keep my emotions and that is why my grieving process take time,
I look at the sky,
and look for you in the
Star ✨ most shine,
and do with your light ,
I feel calmer.
I LOVE YOU BABY,
I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER!!
if you were here with me, today February 15 we would be celebrating our sixteenth wedding anniversary,
you do not know how much your unexpected departure has hurt me ,
you transcended this early plane and left an indelible mark‼️on my heart ,
I feel it empty and I
for your physical absence, when someone asks for you...I ,
I also cry at nights when I can not fall asleep,
without proposing it...
I keep my emotions and that is why my grieving process take time,
I look at the sky,
and look for you in the
Star ✨ most shine,
and do with your light ,
I feel calmer.
I LOVE YOU BABY,
I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER!!
I didn’t really know Pete, but I feel like I did, through the stories I have heard from his sister Dawn (who I do know and love with my whole heart). I know that although Pete and his sisters were geographically apart, they were never really far apart in their love for each other. I know that he is greatly missed by them and the rest of his family. I also know the memories will stay in their minds and hearts forever