Age 94
Entered eternal rest on Sept 8, 2023. He was long time employee of Waterous Co in South St. Paul. John was extremely proud of his service as a USMC sergeant stationed at a Marine air base during the Korean War. He loved traveling across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. He cherished his family and was a stellar role model to all who knew him. He was a 58-year member of St. Pascal Baylon Parish, a life member of Arcade-Phalen American Legion Post 0577, Saint Paul, MN and of VFW Post 4127, Homestead, FL.
John was preceded in death by an infant son, a granddaughter, his parents, 6 brothers and 4 sisters. He is survived by loving wife Shirley, 
son Gregory (Kristine Nogosek) Hanson, daughter Jeanne (Donald) Carlson, 9 grandchildren and 5 greatgrandchildren, sisters Caroline (Raymond) Linder, Vivian Christy, Juleen Jeske, brother Vernon, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Christian Burial Service on Saturday, September 16, 2023, 11:00 AM at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Visitation starting at 9:30 AM at the funeral home. Luncheon will follow the Service. Private family burial service with military honors at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights, MN.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the St. Pascal Baylon Church mortgage reduction fund or charity of your choice. Special thanks to Interim Healthcare of the Twin Cities, St. Therese of Woodbury, and St. Croix Hospice for their loving care during John’s last days.