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Luke Edward Hanson, age 29, of Fayetteville, passed away on November 9, 2017.
Luke was born on February 8, 1988 at West Paces Ferry Hospital in Atlanta. He spent his early childhood in Columbus, Ohio with his parents and brother. The family moved back to the Atlanta area in 1994. Luke graduated from Luella High School in Locust Grove in 2006. He went on to graduate from Georgia Southern University in 2010 earning a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree. Upon graduation, Luke became a part of the Delta family, where his career quickly advanced. His business talents earned him several promotions in his position as a Team Leader. He was well loved and respected at his job. During his tenure at Delta, Luke met the love of his life, Donya. The two were a perfect match and a true blessing to one another. Luke and Donya became husband and wife on October 5, 2017.
Luke was larger than life in stature and in personality. He was funny and clever. He collected performance cars and enjoyed e-sports, camping, kayaking and biking. Luke had just begun building an aircraft with his father and brother. He was loved by many friends who enjoyed his company. Luke is a child of God.
Luke is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother: Mary Kay Hanson. He is survived by his loving wife: Donya Hanson of Fayetteville; parents: Mark and Anne Hanson of Locust Grove; brother: Mark Hanson Jr. of Griffin; mother-in-law: Diane Stagner; brother-in-law: Ryan Stagner; paternal grandfather: George Hanson; maternal grandparents: Victor and Katherine Kahanek; aunts and uncles: Tammy and Scott Van Horn, Kyle and Debbie Kahanek, and Kim and Dwayne Ritchie; cousins: Ashley, Austin, Kendra, Kayla, Zachary and Jonathan; niece: Hadlee; nephews: Ryder and Carter; adored pets: Nia, Kate and General Tso.
A celebration of Luke’s life will be Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Community Bible Church, 2001 Jodeco Rd, Stockbridge, GA 30281.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Wings for Life – Spinal Cord Research Foundation, Inc.
The Hanson family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville.
Randy Janak says
Anne and family, Regina and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Luke. May God bless y’all and give you strength during these trying time. Because you love for Luke started before he was born you love for him will endure long after death. You are in our prayers!
Your cousin
Randy, Regina and Taylor Janak
Traci Dittlinger Walker says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying God gives you all the strength you need. My heart and love is with you. Rest In Peace Luke and soar with angels. Watch over your loved ones and keep them close. God Bless yall.
Elaine James says
Kim and Dwayne and the entire Hanson family,
May the peace of God keep your hearts and minds during this difficult time. My prayers, thoughts and very best wishes are with you all.
Renee Ethridge says
Our hearts are heavy for all of you. We pray for love, mercy, faith and comfort as you process through this loss. I wish we had healing words and more moments of time. Reading this tribute and knowing your family we are certain through this a celebration will commence as Luke enters his heavenly kingdom. In HIS peace always and hugging each of you with our hearts.
Much love from Texas
Renee and Cliff Ethridge Family
Chris Kahanek says
Mark and Anne, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that we are there with you in spirit. Love you and miss you all. God bless.
Chris, Angel, Stephen and Stephanie Kahanek.
Shana Keaton says
Ann, i love you so! I am so sorry! My love and prayers are with you and your family!
Julisa Hendrix says
Dear Hanson family and my beloved Donya,
Hanson’s, I had high hopes to know you all and Luke in person as well as I believe I had come to know you all through Donya’s beautiful heart. To say that these days are grievous ones, is not enough.
Donya, my beloved friend, how my heart breaks with yours.
I send you all my eternal love, praying that the grace of God will multiply unto you each in the days and months and years to come. I pray new mercies for you all in each new day. I pray that you receive comfort from our God of all comfort. I pray that your strength be renewed like the eagle’s every second, every minute, every hour, each day.
I thank God that through Luke you were all brought together in love and that you will be together in His love through the days to come.
I weep and hurt with you all.
Eternal love in Christ Jesus,
Dona Dyer says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Luke is singing with the angels of God our Lord and savior. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.
God Bless Y’all from
Dona Dittlinger Dyer
Dan and Luanne Kuna says
Mark and Anne,
My wife and I offer our deepest condolences for the loss of your son. I will never forget my time on the volleyball court with Luke. He was always fun to be around and will be missed. I pray to the Lord to offer you strength to cope with your families loss. Our love and prayers are with you both and with your family.
Beverly Bowers says
Ann and Mark, We are so heartbroken for you and the family and his beloved wife…God please wrap your arms around this family, Many PRAYERS to you and Comfort..
Bryant and Beverly Bowers
Debi Jackson says
Mark & Anne, family and friends,
We’re so very sorry for the loss of your son, Luke. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and bring you peace.
Know that you’re in our prayers and thoughts. Know he’s with many loved ones.
Love Gene & Debi
Abby Davis says
Oh Anne! I’m so very sorry!! My prayers to you and your family. May God wrap His loving arms around you.
Abby Davis
Jaclyn White says
Donya , I am so sorry to learn about Luke. I wish there were words to share , that will take away your pain. Until you meet again, keep living and reaching your goals. I know Luke would want you to. Love you.
Janet Mellard says
My family and I send you our condolences and prayers as you go through this difficult time we’re so glad to know a bit more of Luke’so life and those he loved and that he is a child of God…. God’s greatest blessings to you all.
Christy says
All of my prayers to all of you!
Karen Coussons /Toppan says
Mark, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family this week and in the days and months ahead.
Marcus says
Luke will be forever missed. May his spirit live on in your hearts and minds. Many condolences to you guys. R.I.P Big Dog.
Janet Partain/Toppan says
Mark, You all are in my prayers. I have been through this with my own son it’s not easy but God is faithful.
Jose and Andrea Hechavarria says
Dear Anne : Words are beyond the sadness we feel. Andrea and I grieve with you. May you and Mark find God’s peace in this most painful moment, that is our fervent prayer. Our deepest condolences to you both and to Donya. Our prayers will be with you.
Davina Ford says
To the Hanson family, I’m sending this on behalf of the Henry County Parks and Recreation Special Olympics, Staff and athletes! Luke played a vital part in providing a service to our Special needs community! We are so blessed to have known him! Our prayers are with you at this time and days to come! May God comfort you and give you peace. We have passed on the information to make donations to the Wings of Life. Please know that we are here for you if you need anything!
TR Staff
Terry Nash, Davina Ford, Cheryl Williams and Terry Brooks
Melanie, Steve and Ben Deters says
Donya and family. Our hearts go out to you. May God be with you and help you thru this time of sorrow. Our love and prayers are with you.
Judy Blum says
Dear Donya—Words fail. I am so sorry. Stay sweet and strong and make him proud.
Thinking of you.
Judy Blum
Marnie Hornsby says
I am so sorry for your lose my GOD lift you in his arms and comfort the family in this time RIP Luke Handson.
Greg Caulfield says
To the entire Hanson and Kahanek families, please accept my condolences for your devastating loss. Anne and Mark, it seems like just yesterday, I was playing with Mark Jr. at your house in Coraopolis, when you both told me the news about expecting Luke. I pray that the pain gets a little better each day, and that you remember every glorious moment that you had with Luke. RIP Luke, God Bless you, and God Bless your family.
Roby and Pat Dollar says
Roby and Pat Dollar
We are sending prayers to God for you to feel his comforting arms around you and your family as you go through this time of grieff.
DeAudrey Ellington Palmer says
My sincere condolences and prayers to the Family.. he has his wings now. So Luke you will be missed and I will miss our talks. You always had time to listen to others, you never said a negative word about others. You are still an amazing person. RIP my friend.
Ron & Alicia LaSocha says
We are Praying for all of you!
Marie-Helene & Dale Mann says
Dear Anne and Mark, We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during these extremely difficult times. Deepest condolences from all of us to your family for such tragic loss.
Robin Willett says
Robin Willett
There are no words to describe the pain, anguish and lose you are feeling. You are so loved by so many people I know you will find strength from all of them. Take time to heal and recover from this tragedy. Know that Christ is walking beside you or carrying you at your weakest moments. You are in our prayers, hearts and on our minds.
LONNIE & COLLETTE says
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST YOU ARE IN ARE OUR PRAYERS.
Alex Benton says
I’m still at a loss for words…. it’s hard to believe it when you hear a childhood friend was taken too soon. I loved Luke like a brother and hearing about this tragedy hit hard. Growing up in the neighborhood with him and the other guys was the greatest and we will miss him so much! Luke always had people laughing and was such a good person to the core. I will always cherish the good times we had together.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Allison Thomas says
Anne and family, so sorry to hear about the passing of your son.I know you have deep faith in the Lord and im hoping you can find strength and comfort in him at this most difficult time.
Brooke Hardy says
It was a true blessing to care for Luke. You’re love for him and each other was remarkable. Praying for comfort and God’s loving
presence during this tragic time and always. Sincerely, Brooke Hardy AMC ICU
Leslie Benton says
Luke was such a nice young man. We watched him grow for so many years and he filled the neighborhood with so much joy and laughter and was such a great friend to so many people. He will be greatly missed. We loved him as if he was one of ours. Leslie, Darryl, & Josh Benton
Kyle. McEver says
I played volley ball with Luke in Special Olympics. He was always a good friend to me.
Kyle McEver
Todd DesRochers says
I worked at Delta with Luke. He was a genuinely good guy and will be missed very much. My heart breaks for the family and friends who are left here to live on earth without him. May God comfort you in the days, weeks and years to come. God Bless.
Suzi Sprecher says
Dear Anne and Mark
My heart goes out to you, such a tragic loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Rebecca says
I attended Luella with Luke and we became good friends over the years. I am so sorry to hear of his passing, truly a genuine and kind soul gone too soon. He always knew how to make light of a situation gone awry. Prayers and peace for the family and his wife.
Bev Butschek says
Anne, please accept my sincere condolences, I just found out yesterday as Gilbert and I were separated at the time and was not notified. My heart breaks for your family and you. I would like to visit with you.
Prayers.
Beverly Barr Butschek