Obituary

Larry Kristin Hanson was born to Mae and Wallace Hanson May 5th, 1940, in Bellingham WA. He passed away at Hospice House on July 22nd, 2023, after a fall.

Larry worked for over 40 years at Georgia Pacific Pulp and Paper mill as an instrument technician. He was also a Navy Veteran.

He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, quad riding and camping. He also loved working in his Japanese garden and Koi Pond. He started the C4PIN, a non-profit organization that provides computers for people in need, which made a difference in many peoples’ lives throughout the community. He was also a member of the Mt. Baker Motorcycle club for many years.

He is survived by; his wife of 64 years Carolyn Hanson, Daughter Tammi Rae Ramsey (Ted) of Bellingham, Son Greg Allen Hanson (Suzette) of Bend Oregon, A brother Bryon Hanson (Velma) of Arizona and many nieces and nephews.
Larry was also very creative with wood, glass and metals creating many beautiful things for his friends and family. He will lovingly be remembered for his ability to fix almost anything.

He will be greatly missed by all those who knew him.

Donations in Larry’s honor can be made to C4PIN-Computers for People in Need (c4pin.org), or Whatcom Hospice

A memorial service will be held for Larry at Moles Greenacres in Ferndale on October 4, 2023 at 10:00am.