Beloved and cherished husband, father and grandfather, Jerome Reid (Jerry) Hansen passed away September 15, 2005. Jerry was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, to George L. and Blanche G. Hansen on April 1, 1924, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. Jerry married Peggy Lowe in Salt Lake City in 1949. For 56 years, they enjoyed a rich, full life together. Jerry served in the US Army during World War II. He was injured while fighting in the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded the Purple Heart. After attending Syracuse University and Northwestern University, Jerry graduated from Purdue University in 1948 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jerry was proud to receive the Purdue University Engineering Alumni Association Service Award in 1997. Jerry worked for US Smelting and Refining Company and the Johns-Manville Company before starting his own business, JRH Sales, a manufacturer's representative firm. Jerry had a great love of golf and was a founding member of Willow Creek Country Club. He was also a lifelong member of the Christian Science Church. Jerry is survived by his wife, Peggy, and three children: Eileen Hansen (Denise Wells), of San Francisco; Scott Hansen (Peggy Norton), of Salt Lake City; and Lisa Hansen Mietchen (Scott Mietchen), of Salt Lake City. "Pop" is also survived by three grandchildren who adored him: Abby Mietchen, Alex Mietchen and Maddie Hansen, all of Salt Lake City. The family is grateful for the help of Tyrone Winston, Dorothy Brown and Renee Marquez, who supported Jerry with great dignity. A memorial service will be held for Jerry at noon, on Tuesday, September 20, 2005, at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. The family will greet friends prior to the service, from 10:30 to Noon. In lieu of flowers, Jerry's family would appreciate contributions made to Second Church of Christ, Scientist, 1165 South Foothill Boulevard, Salt Lake City, UT 84108; to the Jerome R. Hansen Scholarship Fund, c/o Purdue University Foundation, 403 West Wood Street, West Lafayette, IN 47097; or to the School Bell Program, c/o The Assistance League of Salt Lake City, 2090 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84109. Following the service, a gathering will be held at Town Club, 1081 East South Temple.

Published in the Deseret News from 9/17/2005 - 9/20/2005.