County Seat Newspaper
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Herbert “Herbie” Allen Hanson 1949-2026
Kay Lorraine Hanson (Rhode) 1950-2026
We are writing to share the news of the passing of our parents, Herbert and Kay Hanson.
Herbert “Herbie” Allen Hanson, age 76 passed away on January 17, 2026, at Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Herbie was born on January 19, 1949, in Lansing, Michigan to parents Leo and Faye Hanson (Gearhart).
Kay Lorraine Hanson (Rhode) age 76 passed away on May 05, 2026, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings, Michigan Kay was born on March 13, 1950, in Lansing, Michigan to parents Max and Pauline Rhode (Knapp).
Herbie and Kay are survived by their three children: Paula (John) Ferguson, Luke (Ann) Hanson, and Amy Hanson. And the very proud grandparents of 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
After retiring to Harrison, they truly enjoyed their time in Harrison, especially going for rides and being surrounded by their family. They will be deeply missed by their family and by all who knew and loved them.
To share online condolences with the Hanson family, please visit: www.clarkstocking.com.Arrangements for Herbie and Kay are entrusted with Clark-Stocking Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service (989)539.7810
