Steven Micheal Hanson 75, passed away September 15th,2023 under the care of Hospice of the Valley in Mesa Arizona.
Steven was born January 11th,1948 in Valley City, North Dakota to Randy and Kathleen(Mennis) Hanson of Kathryn North Dakota.
Graduated from Kathryn High School in 1966. Steven joined the Navy in August of 1966 and served as a medic in Vietnam. He started his 41 years
at Doosan(Bobcat) in Gwinner North Dakota in 1972
He married Susan Aarseth in 1975, they spent 48 years together and raised their 2 daughters Melissa of Gwinner North Dakota,and Amanda of
Lisbon,North Dakota.
Steven always had a little twinkle in his eye or a smirk on his face when talking about days passed. He loved his stock car racing days, riding ATV in
the Arizona desert with old friends and new, also enjoyed trips to Emily Minnesota where he was introduced to mud !! metal detecting or relaxing at a
campground with family and friends. He also enjoyed wood working with his hands which many never knew.
He is survived by his sisters Candis and Duane Hoffmeyer of Mesa Arizona, Linda and Ron Kohler of Tower City North Dakota, brother in laws
Allen Aarseth of Fingal North Dakota Ray of Pick City North Dakota and Loren of Dickinson North Dakota. Many cousins, nieces and nephews and
great nieces and nephews whom he loved to tease when they were young. His wife Susan and daughters Melissa and Amanda and many great
friends.
Those who were there to meet him were his parents, brother Kenneth, and many others
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Lisbon ND
Sue, Melissa, Amanda and all family members and friends, our hearts and our prayers are with you. As your next-door neighbors in Lisbon for many years, we have fond memories of Steve working on his race car and the pride he felt in racing. When Jackson was a little boy he would ventured over to your driveway every once in a while to just to watch what Steve was working on with his car. One day he came running back into our yard all excited because Steve had given him one his racing photo button pins. That was a major treasure for Jackson. I think he still has it. May your hearts and minds be filled with many good memories you shared together. Praying for comfort, peace and strength for each of you. Love, Kris and Chuck Long
So sorry to you and your family
Gerrine and I offer our condolences to your family Susan. I wish I would have gotten a chance to meet him, know him, and swap Navy stories. I joined a few months earlier. Anchors aweigh Steve, fair weather, and following seas.
Sending so much love and support to all of you!! Race on, Steve!!💚