Hans was born in Karlshausen, Germany on June 30, 1933 and came to Canada in 1952. He worked at Jager Homes for more than 30 years as a carpenter. In his career he also was a bricklayer and a plasterer, he even plastered at the Foothills Hospital and the Calgary Tower.
Hans was a loving husband, was looked up to by many and was a friend to all. Always with a great sense of humour and quick wit, he enjoyed joking around and making people laugh. He also had a strong faith in God and was a longstanding member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church.
He is survived by the love of his life, Helen, to whom he was married for 60 years; his cherished children Monica Brown, Barb (Dennis) Claeys, Werner (Cindy) Pilz and Robbie (Lana) Pilz; his grandchildren Kelsey (Kyle) Ostermann, Andrew (Courtney) Claeys, Brittany Claeys, Mary (Scott) Medinsky, Claire Brown, Tommy (Candis) Brown; as well as five great-grandchildren.
Hans will be remembered for his gentle nature, mischievous smile and kind heart.