Ronald "Ron" G. Hansen

Ronald Gene Hansen, affectionately known to many as Uncle Ronnie or simply Grandpa, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 in Hermosa, South Dakota, surrounded by his family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie, MN with Father Ben Kociemba officiating. Burial will take place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery north of Little Falls. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Caring for Ron and his family is the LeMieur Funeral Home in Little Falls, MN. Ron was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in July 1933 to Lillian Krans and Haakon Hansen. His early life helped shape the man he would become—one defined by strong moral character, integrity, and, above all, an unwavering love for family. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Japan during the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Regina (Maciej) Hansen, and together they built a warm and meaningful life rooted in love and family. After residing in the Minneapolis area, Ron and Regina chose to relocate their family to Little Falls in search of a quieter life in the country. Ron began his career at a paper mill in Minneapolis and went on to dedicate 27 years of hard work to the Hennepin Paper Mill in Little Falls. Outside of work, he found joy in life’s simple pleasures; a good book in hand, a Minnesota Twins game on the radio or TV, quiet moments spent with his beloved cat, and time at his lake place surrounded by family, friends, fishing poles, and plenty of “smart talk.” Ron was a grandfather not just by blood, but by heart. He was Grandpa to many; a warm, welcoming presence whose stories, wisdom, and humor will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean; his parents, Lillian and Haakon Hansen; his brother, Donnie Hansen; and his sister, Delores Triplett. Ron is survived by his daughter, Doreen Kaiser (Don), and his son, Kenneth Hansen (Lisa); his grandchildren, Angie Kaiser (Mike), Cory Kaiser, and Tanner Hansen; and his brother, Dick Hansen. His family, both biological and chosen, will carry forward his spirit and stories for generations to come.

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Ronald "Ron" G. Hansen

July 16, 1933 - June 5, 2025