Robert Hanson

Stoughton- Robert "Bob" "Wabba" Hanson, age 96, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Milestone Senior Living Center. He was born on April 9, 1922 to Robert M. and Selma (Christopher) Hanson. Robert leaves behind his beloved wife Arlene (Ledenbach) Hanson, whom he married on July 3, 1945 at St. Frances de Chantal in New York the day after he received his commission in the U.S. Navy. He is further survived by his son, Peter (Kim) Hanson; sons-in-law, John Palumbo and Mark Donham; grandchildren, Christoffer (Sheila) Palumbo, Alex (Toni) Palumbo, Erik Palumbo, Katie Hanson, and Ryan (Sonali) Hanson MD; and great grandchildren, Nyla and Barrett Palumbo. In addition to his parents Robert was preceded in death by his cherished daughters, Susan Hanson and Kristi Hanson. He was so proud of their character and achievements. Robert enjoyed a full life, growing up in Stoughton, working in Chicago as a commercial artist and retiring to Stoughton where he had many friends. He graduated from Stoughton High School in 1940 and furthered his education at the UW-Madison until his schooling was interrupted with WWII when he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. Robert served on a patrol craft in the Caribbean. Upon discharge he returned to WI and graduated from UW-Madison in 1947. Roberts whole career was in Chicago in advertising art. However, his drawing board was always open at home where he did his fine art. He especially liked painting portraits. Robert and Arlene enjoyed traveling in the U.S. and abroad. The family was close and loving and shared many family vacations. He enjoyed downhill skiing in the West, sailing on Lake Michigan, golfing at the Stoughton Country Club and active sports with family and friends. Robert was a thoughtful, gentle and kind person. He will be missed by family and friends. A life well lived. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Christ Lutheran Church, 700 County Road B, Stoughton, with Rev. Paula Geister-Jones officiating. A luncheon will follow at church. Friends may greet the family from 10:00 AM until the time of services Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heartland Hospice Services, or Stoughton Senior Center. The family would like to extend a sincere thanks to the staff at Milestone Senior Living for the care he received and to Lori and her team from Heartland Hospice for their extraordinary compassion and commitment to Bob and our entire family. Please share your memories of Robert by posting Tributes.
Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244