died Monday (Dec. 1st) in Fremont
Harold was born to Oliver and Elizabeth (Ernesti) Hanen on August 1, 1927 in Oakdale, Nebraska. He grew up in the Oakdale area and attended Oakdale schools. Later, he was presented his high school diploma from the Fremont High School. Harold served in the United States Army from January 1951 to December 1952 with most of that time in Korea.
On June 12, 1954, Harold was married to Jeanette Freund. They lived in Fremont where Harold worked as a plumber for Fremont Engineering from 1953 to 1977, and during the years of 1977 and 1978 he worked for Harold's Plumbing. He was with Mahrt Inc. from 1978 to 1994, then worked for Hinky-Dinky Grocery until 1997.
Harold was a long time member of First Lutheran Church where he served as an usher and was active in their Senior Fellowship. He was a member of the American Legion Post 20 in Fremont. He was a former member of the Fremont Eagles Aerie 200.
Harold was preceded in death by an infant daughter Janice, by 2 sisters, and a brother.
Survivors: wife Jeanette
2 daughters Diane and husband Terry of Bonesteel, S. Dakota
Jill and husband David Bartling of Hooper
2 sons David and wife Barbara Hanen of Lincoln
Jerry and wife Jan Hanen of Glendale, Arizona
10 grandchildren
7 great grandchildren
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Friday (Dec. 5th) at First Lutheran Church. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery with Military Honors by the Fremont Honor Guard. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church and the Fremont Health Foundation Hospice Fund. Visitation will be at the Ludvigsen Mortuary on Thursday from 3 to 8 PM with the family present from 6 to 8 PM.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(6)
Pam Cwach
Marshall, MN Friday, December 5, 2014 Diane and family, You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad.May you be comforted by the many thoughts and prayers surrounding you today. May memories of times you shared help ease the loss you are feeling now. God Bless you and your family.
Annette Carlin
omaha, NE Thursday, December 4, 2014 May warm memories bring you comfort as you mourn the loss of Harold, he was a wonderful man who will be missed by all. We will miss his mischievous smile and infectious laugh.Kathy Graybill
Morrison, CO Wednesday, December 3, 2014 I am saddened by the passing of Harold. I enjoyed his smile and am very happy that I had a chance to know him. May all the good memories help to comfort you at this time. Blessings to all of you.Mary Matteo
Fremont, NE Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Praying for God's strength and peace for your family, the love of friends and family, and always, the power of a lifetime of memories.Cathy Cerny
Fremont, NE Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Jeannette, Diane, Paster Norm and Family,I am so very sorry for your loss. Harold was a good man and father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy (Dart) Cerny
Janie and Mark Ward
Grayslake, IL Tuesday, December 2, 2014 Dave, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through one of lifes most difficult challenges. We hope you find peace and comfort in knowing that others care. Loving thoughts are with you and your family.