David N. Hansen

David Neddy Hansen passed away on December 21, 2022, after a difficult battle with liver cancer. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on November 19, 1955, to Jens Charles Hansen and Anna Kristina Pedersen Hansen. David grew up in Salt Lake City as a strong, happy, and independent youth. In high school he enjoyed being a part of the wrestling team and playing football. In February 1973 he married Maria Alejandra (aka Sam) Lauritzen. They were married for 36-years during which time together they loved raising their five children; three sons: David James (Stephanie), Jens Mark, and TJ Nicholas along with two daughters: Shantel Hansen-Garcia (Pablo), and Ale’ Hansen. David was a loving father who enjoyed sharing time with his kids and friends. He especially enjoyed water sports – boating and jet skiing; most of all he loved watching football with his sons. On game day there was always a lot of hooting and hollering as they cheered on their favorite teams. David loved coaching his daughter, Ale’s, soccer team when she was just a youngster. Starting out as a young teenage father David demonstrated his ethic of hard work and commitment to his family. He had many talents and enjoyed working with his hands. In his youth, David enjoyed working on cars, making them faster & noisier! From 1993 through 2006 David operated Hansen Construction; he was a talented woodworker and enjoyed building beautiful homes and interiors. His sons and daughters have all emulated the ethic of hard work and commitment that their father taught them. He was proud of all his children and their accomplishments throughout their lives and careers. David leaves a great legacy of five children, nine grandchildren, and three great-granddaughters. All of which gave him great joy. He is survived by his brother Ronald Hansen, and sister Kirsten Hansen-Stock both of whom reside in Utah. David also enjoyed being uncle to numerous nieces and nephews, many of whom he held close to his heart. He was especially close to his cousins Margrethe Sorensen in Washington State and Leif Juliussen in Idaho. We know that David is now reunited with his mother, father, and his brother John all of whom preceded him in death. His family lovingly remembers him for his big heart, his strength of spirit and body, and for his willingness to always live life with zest.

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David N. Hansen

November 19, 1955 - December 21, 2022