Harold William (Bill) Hanson

Harold William “Bill” Hanson

March 16, 1931 (New Jersey) – July 15, 2025 (Grimsby, Ontario)

 

Bill Hanson passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 94, at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Grimsby, Ontario, surrounded by his loving family. Guided by a lifelong faith, Bill now rests safe in the arms of his Saviour Jesus.

 

Bill is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 70 years, Lois, and their sons Mark, Daniel, and Scott (Shelley). He was a proud and caring grandfather to Matthew, Myles (Thea), Grace, Emma-Leigh, Blair (Elizabeth), Jamie (Lyndon), and Seth, and a joyful great-grandfather to Torvyn, Warden, Charlie, Theodore, Indigo, Winnie, and Lark. He is also lovingly remembered by his nephew David Evans (Martha) and their son Jacob, and dear friends Ralph and Laureen Schumann. Bill was predeceased by his parents Harold and Mabel, and his siblings Claire and Richard.

 

Bill worked for two decades at Becton Dickinson Medical Supply Company and was a beloved instructor in the Business Faculty Department at Mohawk College, where he taught economics and business law for over 25 years. Even in retirement, Bill stayed actively involved in his community through his work with Nissan and West Lincoln Memorial Hospital, lending his wisdom and work ethic to every role he took on. Bill sought to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ and was a faithful member of Mountainview Christian Reformed Church.

 

The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to the church community at Mountainview, the caring staff at the United Mennonite Home and West Lincoln Memorial Hospital, and Dr. Zandi. A special thank you to Dr. James Woodland, for years of kind and compassionate care.

 

A Celebration of Bill’s life was held at Mountainview Christian Reformed Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Auxiliary of West Lincoln Memorial Hospital or the United Mennonite Home.

 

Arrangements entrusted to STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, GRIMSBY, 905-945-2755.