'I worked as the Administrative Supervisor for Colonel Hanna in SAC Advanced Echelon in Vietnam during 1972. Colonel Hanna was very good to me. Once a week in his office, I could use his phone to call my family in the states. At times, I would drive him to places in the staff car. He was a very good man.'

'We will miss you,"Uncle" Ted. You had a way about you that made everyone feel at home. Bright, generous and brave. Loved by all.'

'The world isn't as much fun since Ted left it.'

'We are so happy that we were able to spend time with Uncle Ted, not only while living in Korea, but also in February 2001. We had a wonderful time when he and Di Nam came to visit us in Puerto Rico. He will always be in our hearts. We love you, Di Nam, Heather, and Jennifer.'

'WE ARE PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW. THE KERRS.'

'I may not have had the honor of knowing Mr. Hanna on a personal basis, but the way his daughters talked of him, I know he was greatly loved. I may have not seen Mr. Hanna when he was honorably defending our country, but I would say that I have been witness to his most noble act of all, being a wonderful father in raising his son and two daughters. My condolences go out to the Hanna family for their great loss. I pray that the memories we have of Mr. Hanna will comfort us and help us to realize what a blessing he has been in our lives.'

'Dear Heather and family, 
Jennie has kept us updated about your dad and we are so saddened by your loss. We met your dad and mother at Freshman orientation and we were so glad to have them with us at the meetings. I know what a difficult time this is for all of you. Our love and prayers are with you now. Our church will continue to keep you in their prayers also. 
Heather, give yourself a hug from me and share it with your mom and sister. 
Love, Susan & David'

'I want to pass on my condolences and deep sympathy to the Hanna family and let you all know that you are in my heart and prayers. If the rest of the family is as stong as Heather, then I know you can pull through this together and live with the wonderful memories you have of such an incredible father, husband and friend. My thoughts are with you...'

'On Behalf of my family and me. The Spada's extend there deepest appologies and condolences for your families lost. Our love for Heather and her spirit exemplifies what a great father can do for his daughter. We are sorry for your lost. And our hearts are with you. sincerly -The Spada's'

'To the Hanna Family 
You have my deepest sympathy. It's never easy when you lose someone very close to you, but there is the hope of seeing our love ones again. When ever you are feeling a little down always look to God's word for comfort. One of my favorites is in the book of Revelation 21:3&4. Like I said in the beginning you have my deepest sympathy. Be strong, and take care. 
Sincerely, Christina'

'I'd just like to send my condolences and prays to the family. I am a friend of Heather's and though i have never met her dad personally, i have always heard wonderful stories about him as well as the rest of her family. After reading the obituary, i can see how such a wonderfully accomplished family man could be so greatly missed. My family and I will pray for you and your family and our hearts go out to you in such a great time of loss. May God bless and keep you through these trying times. Love Tikima and Tytiyanna Marshall, Gustovo Gill, Tami and Kevin Ray and Yvonne Holden.'

'HI HEATHER, I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THIS TIME TO GIVE MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I KNOW IT HURTS SO BAD THAT YOU CANT EVEN DESCRIBE THE PAIN. THERE MAY BE TIMES WHEN YOU GET ANGRY THAT YOUR DAD IS NO LONGER HERE AND THATS UNDERSTANDING BUT REMEMBER NOT TO BE SELFISH AND REALIZE THAT HIS SUFFERING IS GONE. THE DAY THAT YOUR DAD PASSED AWAY-DONT JUST THINK OF IT AS THAT THINK OF IT AS THE DAY HE RECEIVED HIS NEW LIFE AND ALL OF HIS PAIN HAS ENDED. YOUR DAD WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER.'

'Dear Hoa & family, 
Please know how much I feel your grief at this sad time. Your Ted has gone to a better place & is now out of pain - just like my Ted. I'm sure they are together somehow. I will always remember the dinner we had together with Mary & Swede at the Randolph Club - what a lovely couple you were. With love & sympathy, Linda Guy'

'The funeral was one of the most beautiful I have seen. It was a real tribute to a man who served his country well. It was evident how deeply he affected his family and friends. We owe him a great deal for all he has done to protect this country and in the character he instilled in his children. 
The world needs more men like Ted Hanna.'

'Dear Family: 
Audrey and I became friends with Ted through the 18thFWA. We especially enjoyed our visit and his help during the Reunion in San Antonio. His presence was missed at the reunion in Seattle but we understood that he was very ill. Audrey and I have lost two very close attachments with passing of Bud Biteman and Ted from the 18thFWA. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. 
Red and Audrey Ryder'

'Ted was a valuable and favorite friend to my husband, Neil McLean. He and Hoa were there for us when our son, Michael, died and again for me when Neil died, October 19, 2000. Neil would always be so upbeat when he came home from work and said that he had seen Ted and sometimes met him for lunch. So I feel that Neil was there to welcome him HOME and continue God's work just as they had done together on this earth.'

'I will always remeber Ted. I worked for him at Schilling AFB, Kn. 
Herb Stone Lt/Col ret'

'My deepest sympathy to all of Ted's family. I am sorry I was not able to be there in your time of loss. Please know my thoughts are with all of you , and I have the fondest memories of the times I was able to spend with my Uncle Ted. I will always remember with great pride all the stories he shared with me about the Military, and am so proud to have been a nephew of his. I feel comfort knowing that he is watching over all of us now.

'My heartfelt condolsences to the Hanna Family.

'As friends of Heather it was always apparent to us what special parents she had in order to become the special person that she is.

'Ted and I were in high school together. We were both navy pilots during WW2. Later he chose the Air Force and I stayed Navy. He was a fun guy to be with. Joyce and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. Gene and Joyce Gauche. GGauche516@aol.com'

'My deepest sympathy to Hoa, the girls, and son, Steve. I really enjoyed spending some time with Ted, Hoa, and my folks this past spring. May Ted walk in greener pastures.

'Please accept our most humble sympathy. Ted and I were on the Group Staff of Col. Levi Chase, Commander of the Combat Crew Training Group at Luke Field in the early 50s. We share your loss.'

'I remember him as a kind, gentle and generous man, and he will be terribly missed.'

'I am saddened to learn of Ted's passing. He sometimes stopped to chat as I was working in my front yard and I always enjoyed our conversations. I appreciate his long and dedicated service to our country. God bless him and his family in their hour of sorrow. 
A neighbor, Gene Culp'

'My sincerest condolences to the entire Hanna family. My thoughts are with you during this time of immense loss.

'I will always be greatful to Ted Hanna for the gift of a best friend in his daughter, Heather. I remember the things he did for us growing up - rides to the movies, mall, soccer games, etc. He showed a lot of love for his family - a quality found in Heather. He will be missed but not forgotten.'

OBITUARY

Theodore M. Hanna USAF Col. Ret.

October 27, 1925 – October 19, 2002

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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