Bob enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country during the Korean War, followed by a very distinguished career as a Personnel Officer for the Bureau of Reclamation. He contributed to such projects as the Grand Coulee Dam and the Central Arizona Project before joining the Western Regional Office in Boulder City. His work touched many lives. Bob loved the outdoors, and spending quality time with his family; boating, fishing and sports filled his many great years. Robert Carl Hanson was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, whom will be deeply missed.
Bob is survived by his wife of 61 years, Margaret (Hoehn) Hanson; sons, Dave (Wilma) and Eric (Donna); daughter, Linda (Eric Dieffenbach); grandchildren: Carl and Stacy Dieffenbach, and Max Hanson; sister, Betty Carlisle; and five nieces, Erin, Lisa, Andie, Jacque, and Jeanne.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on August 25, 2018 at Faith Christian Church, 1100 Buchanan Blvd., Boulder City, NV 89005. A reception will follow.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmmortuary.com for the Hanson family.
