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1950 East Dimple Dell Road, SandyLarkin Sunset Gardens
Saturday Nov 30, 2024 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Funeral Service
1950 East Dimple Dell Road, SandyLarkin Sunset Gardens
Saturday Nov 30, 2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LaVon Duke Hansen
April 4th,1935- November 19th, 2024
LaVon Duke Hansen answered the final call to “Come on LaVon”, November 19th, 2024. In her true fashion she did it on her terms when she was ready. Surrounded by all her beautiful daughters and family. She has returned to her Heavenly father, and the waiting arms of her angels.
LaVon Duke Hansen was welcomed into this world by her parents William & Verda Hatch Duke on April 4th, 1935, in Victor, Idaho. She was the 5th child out of 9 children.
LaVon, married the love of her life and soulmate of 69 years, Russell J. Hansen on August 8th,1955. Their love story of legends and created a legacy that will never die. They were the definition of unconditional love and conquered anything that came at them together. “Come on LaVon”, was one of the many love languages you would hear Russell say to her and became their endearing catch phrase.
LaVon was known for so many things, but the one thing that was her pride and joy were the six amazing daughters she raised. Her daughters, grandchildren, and her great and great greats were her pride and joy.
LaVon loved the children so much that she made a career out of it for 25 years. She passionately believed that no one should go hungry in her home, and at work. She served as a lunch lady at Edgemont Elementary for 25 years until she retired to be a full-time Grandma.
She enjoyed multiple activities and hobbies, which included cooking, shopping, watching her shows (Days of our Lives specifically), the Utah Jazz, midnight calls with her siblings, swimming, having a Coca-Cola, listening to the Tabernacle Choir, and all things that were her sparkling treasures.
Being outdoors with her family and friends was one thing she always wanted to do. From an after-school picnic on the front lawn, to being in her hometown of Victor in the mountains with her siblings. She coveted sneaking away on adventures and traveling where the road took her, especially her coveted trips to Idaho, where she could gallivant to her heart’s content. This has been passed down through ALL her children and grandchildren.
LaVon is survived in death by her siblings: Doris Maxfield, Cal (Deanna) Duke, Hile (Betty) Duke, Don (Sondra) Duke, and Carol (Eldon) Dalley; Daughters: Jackie Porter, Cindy Hansen, Sheri Hansen, Teri Cederholm (Jeff), Penny Poulson (Tyler); and several Grandchildren, and serval more extended family and friends.
LaVon is proceeded in death by her Husband Russell J. Hansen; Daughter: Heidi Hansen; Parents: William and Verda Duke; Sister(s): Maxine (Bud) Kohler, Afton (Bob) Blanchard, Bonnie Burton; Brother-in-Law: Paul Maxfield; Sister-in-Law: Jolene Duke; Nephew: John Duke; Son-in-law: Steven Porter.
“We love you little, we love you big, we love you like little pig…” you will forever be in our hearts and memories.
Funeral Services to be held at:
Larkin Sunset Gardens:
1950 E 10600 S
Sandy UT 84092
Saturday, November 30th, 2024:
Viewing: 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
Services: 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Graveside Dedication: 3:00 p.m-3:30 p.m.
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May God be with you and your family at this most difficult time . and bless this beautiful Angel 😇💖🙏🏻🥰
To the HNsen girls,
So sorry about your loss. I'm sure you know that she is at peace now. I know it doesn't make it any easier if a pill to swallow. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
My sweet Aunt LaVon, she always treated me as her own when visiting. She flew to NJ with my Mom (Bonnie) to attend my wedding and tend my baby daughter Tiffany while we went on our honeymoon. I also had the pleasure of traveling with her and her sisters and my sister to Hawaii (Maui) I will always cherish those memories. Our deepest sympathies to her children and their families who she loved so dear. We will never forget you🤍🕊️
Aunt LaVon is so special to me and my girls. We treasured all the little trips we got to go with her on and the visits to Washington, Victoria B.C, Colorado, New Mexico, and Vegas. She was ready and willing to go anywhere. I loved that little twinkle in her eye, when she’d tell me she brought me chocolate covered raisins because I was her favorite, then tell my brother, and probably others, the same. She is a joyful treasure, forever in our hearts. So much love to all of you!
We were so sad to hear of LaVon's passing and even sadder that were missed her service. Sending our love.