Frederick E. Hanson

Frederick E. Hanson, 91, of N8707 Highway 151, Fond du Lac, died Sunday, November 5, 2006, at Grancare Nursing and Rehabilitation.He was born on January 12, 1915, in Michigan, a son of Ernest G. and Clara F. C. Johnson Hanson. He grew up on a fruit farm in Door County and it was in that rural setting that he developed a strong love for the outdoors and nature. He was allowed to have whatever pets he wanted and given the kind of freedom to roam the woods and fields that few children have.As a parent, along with his wife, Ann, he encouraged the same interests in his children and they all grew up loving, respecting, and finding wonder in the natural world. One of the favorite times for his children was camping in Door County when he would tell them bedtime stories that he had made up. The interest in storytelling was something he pursued after he retired when he wrote stories for his grandchildren, some of which were illustrated by Ann.Frederick’s formal education began in grade school in Fish Creek and he then graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School and La Crosse State Teacher’s College. Frederick taught in Reedsburg, Wisconsin before enlisting in the United States Navy in 1941 where he served as a Chief Petty Officer. In the fall of 1945, he came to Fond du Lac to teach and coach at L.P. Goodrich High School, until retiring in 1980. While there, he taught boys’ physical education and impressed many of his students with his physical strength, although he was not one to show off.Frederick is survived by his beloved wife, Ann Russell Hanson of Fond du Lac; four children: Bruce V. (Kveta) Hanson of Stanton, Nebraska and their daughter, Myra (Bill) Knapp; Carol H. (Richard) Pollnac of Saunderstown, Rhode Island and their children, Kathryn, Stephanie and Fredric; Roger S. (Lisa) Hanson of Green Bay and her son, Christopher; Sarah W. “Sally” Larson of Fond du Lac and her children, Elizabeth and Benjamin (Jessica). He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Edna (Frank) Greenland and Eleanor (Leon) Goldberg.There will be no visitation or service.Frederick is lovingly remembered by his children, nieces and nephews, and their children for his patience, good humor, and willingness to spend time playing with them and their friends. He always seemed to have something funny to say and this upbeat attitude prevailed to the end, despite his failing health.

Frederick E. Hanson

January 12, 1915 - November 5, 2006