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         ELSIE HANSON

​It is with great sadness that the Wolf Point Optimist Club announces the passing of one of their members, Elsie Hanson on July 6, 2022 at the age of 82 years.

Elsie was a hard working dedicated charter member of the club and  planned on being President of the club next year.

She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.  Rest In Peace Elsie.  Until We Meet Again

​Elsie Hanson, age 82, of Wolf Point, MT
December 29, 1939 – July 6, 2022
Elsie Olive Hanson, age 82, died Tuesday, July 6, 2022 at her home.
She was born on December 29, 1939 in Wolf Point. The daughter of Glenn and Arline King. She grew up and attended schools in Wolf Point, graduating in 1958 from Wolf Point High School.
On November 19, 1961 she married Robert Hanson in Wolf Point. They had a blessed and loving marriage.
Elsie ran a daycare in their home for years, where she loved, cared for and was loved by hundreds of children. She made sure every kid had a birthday party and a cake.
After she closed the daycare (i.e., her boys grew up), Elsie started a career and retired from Job Service of Montana in Wolf Point.
Elsie was known for her crafting skills, making legendary mints and decorating amazing cakes. She had compassion for every soul and generosity for everyone.
She helped charter the Optimist Club of Wolf Point and Glasgow. She was very active with every event they sponsored. Angel Tree flowers on Main Street were her personal favorite projects.
Elsie was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church where she planned and participated in almost every event.
Elsie was preceded in death by her mom Arline, dad Glenn and husband Robert (who in usual Elsie fashion, has been waiting for her).
Survivors include her sons, Robert and his wife Amy of Glasgow and Rodney and his wife Roni of Rapid City. Her brother; Richard King of Glasgow, sisters; Jerry Lippert of Wilton, ND and Rita Berube of Glendive. Grandchildren; Andy Hanson, Laura Petik, Trenton Hanson, Tiffany (Tyler) Birdwell, Rachel (Jake) Murphy and Trevor (Miranda) Hanson. Great grandchildren; Logan, Huntleigh, Levi, Lucas and Tatum.
A memorial has been set up through the Optimist Club of Wolf Point to care for the flowers.
Memorial services will be held on Monday, July 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Wolf Point. Inurnment will be held at a later date.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
MEMORIAL SERVICE
11:00 a.m.
Monday July 11, 2022
First Lutheran Church
415 Johnson Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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