Howard Hansen

Gerald Howard Hansen, 94, of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, passed away on April 14, 2024 surrounded by love ones in the comfort of his home. 

Howard was predeceased by his parents, John And Katherine Hansen, brothers Jack and Richard Hansen, and sister Katherine Ciesinski. Howard leaves behind his Beloved wife of 37 years, Dianne Hansen, brother-in-law, Tom Larsen,  sons, Mark Hansen (Jane Hansen), Eric Hansen, Russell Tabor (Janice Toledo), and daughters Terri Gomez (Herman Gomez)and Sandy Kruger (Jim Kruger). He will be forever remembered by his grandchildren Adriana Hansen, Jennifer Lopez (David Lopez), Christopher Gomez (Katie Wehner), Ashley Simmons (Cody Awe), Joseph Gomez, Courtney Pumariega (Casey Pumariega), Rebecca Gomez, and great grand-children, Ava Gomez, Christopher Gomez Jr., Benjamin Gomez, Beckham Pumariega. Furever Friends Jake & Trouble. 

Howard embodied passion in all aspects of his life, starting at a young age at Carson Hall Military Academy and Bullis Prepatory, both shaped and prepared him for his two years of service in the United States Navy. 

“Howie” then went on to achieve a Star Studded Collegiate Football Career at Columbia University, “6.2 Yards per Carry” and he still holds the record to date, as an inductee to the Columbia University Hall of Fame. His Cronies, clients and colleagues became life long friends. Howard found success and passion as an Insurance Adviser, providing him and Dianne many adventures around the world.

“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us. Fear not I am gone, for I am always with you, see you in the stars." All my Love~ Dianne

A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10AM to 12PM with a Memorial Service at 12PM at the Haisley Tribute Center 2041 SW Bayshore Blvd Port St. Lucie, FL 34984