1930 – 2024

VICTOR HANSEN, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Darlene “Dolly” Hansen, passed away peacefully with family by his side, at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 93 years.

Victor is survived by his children: Reg (Marianne), Tami (Richard), and Liana; and grandchildren: Haley (Justin), Travis, Jessica (Andrew), Dylan (Jacky), Cortni, Devan, Brittney (Russ), Mackenzie (Matt), and Lyndsi (Pete); and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sister, Sue Toupitch.

Besides his loving wife, Darlene (née Renning), he was predeceased by his parents, Harald and Gunda Hansen; brothers: Thorlief, Harry and Robert; and sisters, Helen and Lillian.

Victor was born on his parents farm in Kingman, Alberta on November 25, 1930. Shortly after, the family moved 200 kilometres north to a farm in Noral – south-west of Lac La Biche – where Victor became proficient at hunting, fishing, horseback riding and farm work. After seasonal work in logging camps, Victor worked construction at Travers Reservoir in southern Alberta, where he met Darlene – the love of his life. Darlene and Victor were married in August 1954, and moved to B.C. where they raised their family. Work triggered many moves throughout the province often to remote locations. Victor was a valued grader operator and was assigned more difficult tasks building road ways to wildfire look-out towers and truck run-away lanes throughout mountainous regions. He advanced to Superintendent for Emil Anderson Construction and completed projects in B.C. and Alberta for over 30 years.

After retiring from construction, he and Darlene took over the Renning family farm in the County of Barons. The farm operation was based on grain production, a small cattle operation and raising and showing llamas, which they thoroughly enjoyed. Victor supplemented farm income as a crop loss adjuster for Agriculture Financial Services Corporation where his honesty, attention to detail and friendly demeanor was appreciated by both farmers and the insurance corporation. Throughout his life, Victor appreciated the value of learning. He was a skilled mechanic and welder, successfully taking on farm projects others would not attempt while broadened his self-taught experiences with formal courses. His patience, strong character, good humour and pragmatic problem-solving skills earned respect from others.

Victor and Darlene spent a great deal of time developing their farm yard, gardens and out buildings. Their home was a happy family destination on many special occasions, holidays, weddings, and often expanding to social gatherings for community and friends. Victor and Darlene moved from the farm into Lethbridge where they resided for several years acquiring new friends and maintaining old ones through groups such as the Sons of Norway.

We will hold your hand forever Dad.

At Victor’s request, no Funeral Service will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home. A celebration of Victor’s life will be held at a later date.

 

To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

• Date : 2024-10-03
• Location : Lethbridge, Alberta